WO2022044025A1

WO2022044025A1 - Mechanical muti-point lock with an electro-mechanical unit for remote operation

Info

Publication number: WO2022044025A1
Application number: PCT/IL2021/051070
Authority: WO
Inventors: Peter Nicoara
Original assignee: Rav Bariach (08) Industries Ltd.
Priority date: 2020-08-31
Filing date: 2021-08-31
Publication date: 2022-03-03

Abstract

An improved mechanical lock for doors with flexibility for modification for integration with electronic devices of a user is disclosed. The mechanical lock is configured for retro-fitment of one or both of an electric powertrain and clutch assembly 1000. The mechanical lock includes a pinion in engagement with a main gear of the mechanical lock, which when rotated unlocks the mechanical lock, a recess and a set of mounting holes are provided where the one electric powertrain or clutch assembly 1000 can be fitted. Electric powertrains of different configurations are provided that enable the retro-fitment in different configurations depending on application and space constrain. The disclosed lock system for a door allows the lock to be operatively couple to any or a combination of a mobile computing device of a user and an Internet of Things module.

Description

A MECHANICAL MUTI-POINT LOCK WITH AN ELECTRO-MECHANICAL UNIT FOR REMOTE OPERATION

Background

[001] The present disclosure relates generally to the field of locks. In particular, it pertains to a mechanical multi-point lock with flexibility for modification for remote operation, in parallel with manual operation by a key, or optionally by an electric drive unit.

[002] Mechanical door locks are well known in the art and a variety of them are available for use depending on application. A typical mechanical door lock includes an engaging mechanism between the door and an adjacent surface, such as a door frame or an opposing twin door. The mechanism is typically mounted within the door and includes one or more movable bolts that latches into an opening in a door jam or adjacent surface when the door is closed. The mechanism is actuated by a key or a handle/knob to move the bolts to a retracted position in which the bolts disengage from the opening to allow the door to be opened.

[003] However, mechanical door locks are standalone devices operable manually. With recent trend to interconnect various devices via the Internet, Bluetooth, or cellular communication networks to computing devices of users, the mechanical door locks need to be replaced by secure door locks that include integrated electronic devices and actuator, as well as proper human-machine interfaces (HMI). Therefore, a user who invests now in a mechanical lock would need to replace the complete lock assembly to if they wishes to integrate the door lock with other electronic devices. Similar consideration may apply to vehicle locks, for example, cargo van cargo doors.

[004] The background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the disclosed technology. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

[005] For example, U.S. Pat. No. 6,615,629 discloses a remote locking function employing a lock including a spring, a solenoid and a sensor. The spring is of sufficient strength to cause a carrier component to move downward to a locked position and cause extension of a deadbolt of a deadbolt latch assembly. A backplate assembly comprises an electronic module housing batteries to operate the automatic locking solenoid and a signal receiver. Likewise, U.S. Pat. No. 7520152, discloses a lock device for engaging an object comprises: a lock including a deadbolt, which is structured to disengage from the object in a first position and to engage the object in a second position; a spring directly engaging and biasing the first end of the deadbolt toward the second position thereof; an electromechanical apparatus including a stop member structured to engage the deadbolt, in order to hold the deadbolt in the first position thereof; and a wireless controller structured to receive a wireless signal and responsively energize the electro-mechanical apparatus, in order to disengage the stop member of the electro-mechanical apparatus from the deadbolt and release the deadbolt to the second position thereof.

[006] Further, U.S. App. No. 20210246689 discloses an interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core including a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state, a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body positionable in a retain position extending beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to the retain position to permit removal of the lock core body from the opening of the lock device.

[007] In view of above, conventional mechanical locks suffer from drawback of lack of flexibility for integration with electronic devices of a user, requiring the user to invest in replacement of the door lock as and when he decides to integrate the door lock with other electronic devices.

Summary

[008] There is a need for an improved mechanical lock that has flexibility for modification for integration with electronic devices of a user, thereby obviating a need for replacement of the lock when the user desires to integrate the door lock with other electronic devices. There is also a need for a kit that can be fitted with the improved mechanical lock for modification of the mechanical lock for its integration with electronic devices of a user.

[009] An improved mechanical lock is provided comprising one or more bolts configured to move between a projected position, whereby one or more bolts engage a mortise in a corresponding door frame (jamb) or an opposing twin door (e.g., in a cargo van doors), to prevent opening of the door, and a retracted position, in which the one or more bolts disengage from the mortice to unlock the lock and allow opening of the door. A main gear having at least three interrupted teeth sections, which lies in a plane parallel to a direction of movement of the bolts, and is mechanically coupled to the one or more bolts such that rotation of the main gear in a first direction (e.g., clockwise) results in movement of the one or more bolts from the projected position to the retracted position. The rotation of the main gear in a first direction is facilitated by a cylinder lock that is mechanically coupled to the main gear such that operation of the cylinder lock by a key results in rotation of the main gear in the first direction to disengage the one or bolts from the mortise to unlock the lock.

[0010] In an exemplary implementation, the mechanical lock further includes a pinion mechanically coupled to the main gear; and a recess and mounting arrangement (a bracket) operable for coupling of an electric drive unit (an electric powertrain comprised of a motor and a drivetrain), such that the electric drive unit engaged with the mechanical lock, mechanically couples to the pinion of the mechanical lock and actuation of the electric drive unit allows unlocking of the lock independent of operation of the lock by the key.

[0011] The mechanical lock may be configured such that when the electric drive unit is coupled thereto, a motor of the electric drive unit is oriented coaxial to the pinion of the mechanical lock, resulting in the electric drive unit being perpendicular to the direction of movement of the bolts. [0012] In an alternate implementation, the mechanical lock may be configured such that when the electric drive unit is coupled thereto, a motor of the electric drive unit is oriented perpendicular to axis of rotation of the pinion of the mechanical lock, resulting in the electric drive unit being in a plane parallel to the direction of movement of the bolts. The parallel configuration of the electric drive unit can be achieved by providing any of a bevel gear set or a pin gear set between the pinion and output of the electric drive unit.

[0013] In an alternate implementation, the mechanical lock may be configured for coupling of the electric drive unit with the pinion by a flexible shaft with the electric drive unit being located remote from the mechanical lock.

[0014] In an implementation, the recess and mounting arrangement (in other words, the bracket) may be used for fitment of a locking device or a clutch assembly, which normally prevents unlocking of the mechanical lock by any of the key of the cylindrical lock or the electric drive unit, and when actuated allows unlocking of the mechanical lock. The clutch assembly can be a solenoidbased device having a solenoid and a pin. The pin can normally be in engagement with the pinion to prevent its rotation. When the clutch assembly is actuated, the solenoid may linearly bias the pin away from the pinion for its disengagement with the pinion to allow rotation of the pinion, thereby allowing unlocking of the lock. In certain implementations, the clutch assembly is configured to selectably prevent operation of the lock by the cylinder (or rapid opening handle (see e.g., FIG. 9), while allowing operation of the lock only by the electric powertrain if coupled. [0015] The mechanical lock may include a rapid opening mechanism for manual unlocking of the lock without the key, such as by a knob or a handle, and the electric drive unit may include a normally disengaged clutch to allow rotation of the pinion when the lock is actuated by the rapid opening mechanism, without transfer of the rotational movement from the pinion to a drivetrain of the electric drive unit, and/or the cylinder’s locking cam.

[0016] Another exemplary implementation of the present disclosure relates to an electric drive unit configured for retro-fitment with a mechanical lock, the electric drive unit (in other words, the electric powertrain) being adapted, sized and configured to operably couple to a pinion of the mechanical lock. The pinion is in engagement with a (e.g., a teeth section of) main gear of the lock, which lies in a plane parallel to a direction of movement of one or more bolts of the mechanical lock. Rotation of the pinion by the electric drive unit results in rotation of the main gear and movement of the one or more bolts to a retracted or projected position to unlock or lock the mechanical lock.

[0017] The electric drive unit may include a motor and a drivetrain, and an output of the drivetrain can couple with the pinion of the mechanical lock to transfer rotational movement of the motor to the pinion.

[0018] In an implementation, the electric drive unit may be configured such that when fitted with the mechanical lock, the motor of the electric drive unit is oriented coaxial to the pinion of the mechanical lock, resulting in the electric drive unit being perpendicular to the direction of movement of the bolts.

[0019] In an alternate implementation, the electric drive unit (in other words, the powertrain) may be configured for fitment within a recess (on other words, a bracket sized to accommodate at least a portion of the powertrain, such as a portion of the electric powertrain’s drivetrain) in the mechanical lock through a set of mounting holes defined therein, and the motor of the electric drive unit is oriented perpendicular to axis of rotation of the pinion of the mechanical lock, resulting in the electric drive unit being in a plane parallel to the direction of movement of the bolts. The parallel configuration of the electric drive unit can be achieved by providing any of a bevel gear set or a pin gear set between the pinion and output of the electric drive unit.

[0020] In yet another implementation, the electric drive unit may be configured for remote mounting and coupling of the output of the drivetrain with the pinion by a flexible shaft. In such an implementation, the recess and the mechanical lock may be used for mounting a locking device configured to lock the mechanical lock to prevent unlocking of the mechanical lock. [0021] In still another implementation, the electric drive unit, when fitted on a mechanical lock having a rapid opening mechanism for manual unlocking of the lock without the key, may include a normally disengaged clutch to allow rotation of the pinion, when the lock is actuated by the rapid opening mechanism, without transfer of the rotational movement from the pinion to a drivetrain of the electric drive unit.

[0022] Another exemplary implementation of the present disclosure relates to a lock for a door for mechanical and/or electrical operation, the lock including a mechanical lock and an electric drive unit. The mechanical lock having one or more bolts operable between a projected (extended) position that locks the lock and a retracted (retracted) position that unlocks the lock, the one or more bolts being operable by a main gear, which lies in a plane parallel to a direction of movement of the bolts, whose rotation is facilitated by a cylinder lock operated by a key. The electric drive unit can be coupled to the main gear through a pinion; and is fixed to the mechanical lock in a recess and mounting arrangement (e.g., a bracket) included in the mechanical lock such that the electric drive unit (or electric powertrain) allows unlocking and locking of the lock independent of operation of the lock by the key through the cylinder locking cam.

[0023] Yet another exemplary implementation of the present disclosure relates to a lock system for a door, the system includes a mechanical lock having a cylinder lock for unlocking the mechanical lock using a key; an electric drive unit coupled to the mechanical lock that allows opening of the lock independent of unlocking of the lock by the key; a controller operably coupled to the electric drive unit; and a communication module. The communication module is configured to operatively couple the controller to an external device for implementation of an instruction from the external device for unlocking the lock to open the door. The external device is any or a combination of a mobile computing device of a user and an Internet of Things module.

[0024] Yet another exemplary implementation provides a system for providing a motorized entry to an enclosed space, the system comprising: a door enclosed in a frame, operably coupled to an opening in the enclosed space, operable to move between a closed position and an open position; a multi-point electromechanical lock (MPEL) mechanism operably coupled to the door, is operable to transition between a locked position preventing the door to move from the closed position, and unlocked position allowing the door to move from the closed position; a power source electrically coupled to the MPEL; a control module, disposed within the door and operably coupled to the MPEL, and the power source. [0025] In yet another exemplary implementation, the MPEL, with or without the motorized drivetrain (in other words, the electric powertrain), is further operable to actuate additional reinforcing mechanisms, such as hooks operable to engage the frame on any facet of the door, and deadbolts operably coupled to the door.

[0026] In yet another exemplary implementation, the control module in the multi-point electromechanical lock (MPEL) mechanism operably coupled to the door, is operable to transition between a locked position preventing the door to move from the closed position, and unlocked position allowing the door to move from the closed position; a power source electrically coupled to the MPEL; a control module, disposed within the door and operably coupled to the MPEL, and the power source further comprises a central processing module (CPM) with at least one processor in communication with the MPEL, a transceiver, and a human machine interface (HMI), the CPM being in further communication with a non-transitory memory device, storing thereon a set of executable instructions, configured when executed, to cause the at least one processor to receive an input from the HMI and accordingly, open or close the EMPEL mechanism.

[0027] Various objects, features, aspects and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred exemplary implementations, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0028] FIG. 1 illustrates a back view of a conventional mechanical multi-pint lock showing a main gear and cylinder lock that actuate one or more bolts to unlock the lock.

[0029] FIG. 2A illustrates a back view of the proposed mechanical lock, showing a pinion in engagement with the main gear in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein with FIG. 2B and 2C illustrating a back view and back perspective view respectively of the mechanical lock, showing the pinion in engagement with the main gear along with a bracket and a set of mounting holes for retrofitting of an electric drive unit in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0030] FIG. 3A and 3B illustrate back view and back perspective view respectively of the mechanical lock closed by a back plate, showing the recess and the set of mounting holes for retro- fitment of the electric drive unit in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0031] FIG. 4A illustrates a back view of the mechanical lock and the electric drive unit fitted parallel to the direction of movement of the bolts having a set of bevel gears between an output of the electric drive unit and the pinion in accordance with an exemplary implementation, with FIG. 4B, illustrating direct drive between the electric powertrain and the main gear.

[0032] FIG. 5A illustrates an exploded view of the mechanical lock and the electric drive unit in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein, FIG. 5B illustrates a back view of the mechanical lock and the electric drive unit fitted parallel to the direction of movement of the bolts having an alternate arrangement of a set of bevel gears between an output of the electric drive unit and the pinion in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein, and FIG. 5C illustrates an exploded view of the mechanical lock closed by the back plate and the electric drive unit in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0033] FIG. 6A illustrates a side view of the mechanical lock with the electric drive unit fitted perpendicular to the direction of movement of the bolts in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein, with FIG. 6B illustrating a back view and back perspective view respectively of the mechanical lock and the electric drive unit of FIG. 6A in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0034] FIGs. 7A and 7B illustrate a back view and back perspective view respectively of the mechanical lock and a remotely fitted electric drive unit with a flexible shaft in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0035] FIGs. 8A and 8B illustrate a back view and back perspective view respectively of the mechanical lock and the electric drive unit fitted parallel to the direction of movement of the bolts having a set of pin gears between an output of the electric drive unit and the pinion in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0036] FIG. 9 illustrates a mechanical lock having a rapid opening mechanism fitted with an electric drive unit having a normally disengaged clutch in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0037] FIG. 10 illustrates a back view of the mechanical lock showing use of the bracket and the set of mounting holes for fitting a locking device in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0038] FIG. 11A is a schematic representation of the system comprising the lock, with FIG. 1 IB, being an enlargement of element 1550 in FIG. 11.

[0039] FIG. 12 is a schematic illustration of the system in a mortice application, with wired and wireless connectors to a third party controller for institutional control.

[0040] FIG. 13, is an isometric view of the MPEL with double cylinder locking option. [0041] FIG. 14 illustrates an exemplary system diagram for the proposed lock system for a door in accordance with an exemplary implementation herein.

[0042] FIG. 15A illustrates the use of the system comprising the MPEL as used in a cargo van, with FIG. 15B, being an enlargement of section B in FIG. 15 A.

Detailed Description

[0043] The following is a detailed description of exemplary implementations of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The exemplary implementations are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of implementations; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.

[0044] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0045] All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain exemplary implementations herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.

[0046] Various terms are used herein. To the extent a term used in a claim is not defined, it should be given the broadest definition persons in the pertinent art have given that term as reflected in printed publications and issued patents at the time of filing.

[0047] Conventional mechanical locks are configured for manual operation and lack flexibility for integration with electronic devices of a user. Therefore, the conventional mechanical locks have to be replaced when a user wishes to integrate the door lock with other electronic devices

[0048] It is an objective of the present disclosure to provide an improved mechanical lock that has flexibility for modification for integration with electronic devices of a user, thereby obviating a need for replacement of the lock when the user desires to integrate the door lock with other electronic devices. [0049] Another objective of the present disclosure is to provide an improved mechanical lock that has flexibility to be retro-fitted with any one or both of an electric drive unit and a locking device. [0050] Another objective of the present disclosure is to provide an electric drive unit that can be retro-fitted with the improved mechanical lock for integration of the mechanical lock with electronic devices of the user.

[0051] Another objective of the present disclosure is to provide electric drive units in different configurations that can be retro-fitted with the improved mechanical lock in any of a parallel to bolts configuration, a perpendicular to bolts configuration and a remote configuration.

[0052] Another objective of the present disclosure is to provide electric drive units that can be retro-fitted with the improved mechanical lock having a rapid opening mechanism without possibility of damage to the electric drive unit.

[0053] Yet another objective of the present disclosure is to provide a locking device, which, when integrated with the improved mechanical lock prevents unlocking of the mechanical lock and allows unlocking when actuated remotely.

[0054] Still another objective of the present disclosure is to provide a door lock system that allows the lock to be operatively couple to any or a combination of a mobile computing device of a user and an Internet of Things module.

[0055] Referring now to FIG. 1 , where a conventional multi-point mechanical lock is shown, the conventional mechanical lock 100 typically includes one or more bolts 102, a main gear 104 and a cylinder lock 106. The bolts 102 are configured to move together between a projected position, as shown in FIG. 1, and a retracted position. In the projected position, the bolts 102, and pushrods 103 may engage in mortises in a corresponding part, such as a door frame or an opposing twin door (not shown here), which prevents opening of the door. In the retracted position, the bolts 102, and pushrods 103, disengage from the recess to unlock the lock 100 and allow opening of the door (or any leaf similarly enclosed in a frame).

[0056] The main gear 104 typically lies in a plane parallel to a direction of movement of the bolts 102 and pushrods 103, and is mechanically coupled to the bolts 102 and pushrods 103, such that rotation of the main gear 104 in a preferred direction, also referred to as a first direction, results in movement of the bolts 102 and pushrods 103 from the projected position to the retracted position and vice-a-versa. The rotation of the main gear 104 in the first direction can be facilitated by the cylinder lock 106 that is mechanically coupled to the main gear 104 such that operation of the cylinder lock 106 by a key results in rotation of the main gear 104 in the first direction to disengage the bolts 102 and pushrods 103 from the recess to unlock the lock 100. The cylinder lock 106 may be mechanically coupled to the main gear 104 by a cylinder lock pinion 206 shown in FIG. 2B.

[0057] It is to be appreciated that, though the nomenclature “main gear” includes term ‘gear’, which normally include teeth all around the periphery, the main gears 104/202 of the mechanical lock 100/200, being required to be serrated only to a limited extent that is necessary for movement of the bolts 102 for the projected position to the retracted position, may have teeth only on segments of its outer periphery, as is evident from the illustration in FIG. 1. In addition, main gear 104 has pushrods 103 hingedly coupled thereto, enabling additional axes for bolting the door upon rotation of main gear 104.

[0058] FIG. 2A shows an improved mechanical lock 200, which incorporates modifications over the conventional mechanical lock 100 of FIG. 1. The mechanical lock 200 can include a pinion 204 mechanically coupled to the main gear 202. The main gear 202 can be a modification of main gear 104 of the mechanical lock 100 by incorporating additional teeth in a segment of its outer periphery so that they engage with the pinion 204. The pinion 204 can be sized and configured for mechanical coupling with an electric drive unit that may be fitted to the mechanical lock 200. Also illustrated in FIG. 2 A, are upper and lower pushrods 203, 203’ respectively, coupled to main gear 202 via upper and lower articulating members 2031, 2031 ’ respectively, each hingedly coupled to main gear 202, configured, upon rotation of main gear 202 (e.g., using cylinder loc 206, coupled to main gear 202 via cam 2061, or through rotation of pinion 204), to cause upper and lower pushrods 203, 203’ respectively to project in an apical and basal direction. Similarly, bolt set 102 is likewise coupled to main gear 202 via bolt articulating member 1021 hingedly coupled to main gear 202, configured, upon rotation of main gear 202 (e.g., using cylinder loc 206, coupled to main gear 202 via cam 2061, or through rotation of pinion 204), to cause bolt set 102 to project laterally

[0059] In an exemplary implementation, pinion 204 is sized to provide a predetermined gear ratio operable to rotate the main gear at a predetermined speed upon application of a predetermined torque applied by the powertrain coupled to the pinion. For example, the gear ratio (pinion/main 204/202) is between 1:2 and 1 :5, operable to rotate main gear 202 at a speed of between about 15 and about 30 RPM, upon application of a torque of between about 0.5 Nm and about 2.0 Nm.

[0060] FIGs. 2B and 2C show further improved mechanical lock 200, which further comprises bracket 210 defining a set of mounting holes 208 for coupling the drivetrain of an electric powertrain. Bracket 210 and the set of mounting holes 208 defined therein may be configured such that the electric powertrain when coupled to mechanical lock 200 and mechanically coupled to pinion 204, shall, upon actuation of the electric powertrain unlock the mechanical lock 200 independently of operation by the key through the cylinder lock 206 via cam 2061 (see e.g., FIG. 2A).

[0061] FIGs. 3A and 3B also show the improved mechanical lock 200 in an assembled configuration with a back plate covering back side of the mechanical lock 200. Shown therein is bracket 210 and the set of mounting holes 208 defined therein, where an electric powertrain, as shown in FIGs. 4A, 5B, 8 A, 8B, and 9, or a locking device, as shown in FIG. 10, may be coupled. Mounting holes 208 may be threaded to facilitate the coupling, for example, by using screws, or unthreaded using detents for engaging lock 200.

[0062] Thus, mechanical lock 200 incorporates flexibility for integration with other electronic devices of a user, which integration can be achieved by fitment of any one or both of an electric powertrain and a solenoid operated locking device. Coupling of both the electric powertrain and the solenoid operated locking device can be facilitated by having an electric powertrain (e.g., DC motor, step motor and the like) that is mounted coaxially with the pinion 204 (see e.g., FIGs. 6A to 6C), or an electric powertrain that is mounted remotely from the mechanical lock 200 and coupled to the pinion 204 by a flexible shaft 704 (see e.g., FIGs. 7A and 7B), thereby making bracket 210 and the mounting holes 208 available for mounting of clutch assembly 1000.

[0063] FIGs, 4 through 9 show different exemplary implementations of the electric powertrain which enable the electric powertrain to be fitted with the mechanical lock 200 in manners suitable for different applications. The electric powertrain, such as electric powertrain 400/ 500/ 600/ 700/ 800 shown in FIGs. 4A through 9, can include a motor such as motor 402/ 502/ 602/ 702/ 802, and drivetrain 404/ 504/ 604/ 804 shown in FIGs, 4A through 9. Motor 402/ 502/ 602/ 702/ 802 can be any electric motor known in the art, that is suitable to provide adequate torque to operate the mechanical lock 200 (e.g., between about 0.3 Nm and about 2.2 Nm). Drivetrain 404/ 504/ 604/ 804 can be a geared unit configured to reduce speed of motor 402/ 502/ 602/ 702/ 802, and correspondingly increase the torque at the output of electric powertrain 400/ 500/ 600/ 700/ 800.

[0064] As further illustrated in FIG. 4A, powertrain 400, having motor 402 is partially accommodated in bracket 410, and coupled to pinion 204, coupled to main gear 202 (see e.g., FIG. 2A), via a co-axially coupled 408 bevelled gear set 404, 406, configured to have a gear ratio between main gear 202 and bevelled gear 404, coupled to electric powertrain 400.

[0065] FIG. 4B illustrates another exemplary implementation of the multi-point electromechanical lock (MPEL), comprises: main gear rotatably coupled to backplate 401 main gear 202 having a first 2021, second 2022 and third 2023 interrupted gear teeth sections; one or more bolts 102 configured to move between a projected locked position and a retracted unlocked position, operably coupled to first interrupted teeth section 2021 (see e.g., FIG. 4A); cylinder lock 106 comprising cam 206, cam 206 operably coupled to second interrupted teeth section 2022; and electronic powertrain 400 operably coupled to third interrupted teeth section 2023. As illustrated further in FIG. 4B, electric powertrain 400 comprises drivetrain 404 having shaft 4041 extending therefrom, with pinwheel gear 408 disposed perpendicular to the plain of main gear 202. In an exemplary implementation, the pins in pinwheeel gear 408 are frustoconical. In certain exemplary embodiments, the the module, in other words, the ratio of the main gear diameter divided by the number of teeth, and/or the pitch diameter (referring to the circle described on the main gear by the rotating point of driving contact between the main gear and the pinion, or the pinwheel gear attached to the drivetrain shaft) in each of the first, second and third interrupted teeth sections 2021, 2022, and 2023 respectively, is different. In certain configuration, the module and/or pitch diameter (when coupled to their respective gears) of the first and second section can be the same, while the module of the third section is different. Similarly, the modules in other sections could be the same or different. As indicated hereinabove, the gear ratio between pinwheel gear 408 and third interrupted teeth section 2023 of main gear 202, is between about 1:200, and 1 :400, and is sized adapted and configured to rotate main gear 202 at a between about 15 RPM and about 30 RPM, while electric powertrain 400 is operable to generate torque on shaft 4041 and pinwheel gear 408, of between about 0.3 Nm and about 2.2 Nm.

[0066] Different exemplary implementations of electric powertrain 400/ 500/ 600/ 700/ 800 are used to enable configuration of electric powertrain 400/ 500/ 600/ 700/ 800 in different locations and orientations, such as a coupling, whereby motor 402/ 502/ 602/ 702/ 802 of electric powertrain 400/ 500/ 600/ 700/ 800 is parallel to direction of movement of bolt set 102, and a configuration whereby motor 402/ 502/ 602/ 702/ 802of electric powertrain 400/ 500/ 600/ 700/ 800 is coupled perpendicular to direction of movement of bolt set 102.

[0067] FIGs 6A, 6B show the electric powertrain 600 fitted perpendicular to the direction of movement of bolt set 102. The electric powertrain 600 can be configured for fitment on front side of the mechanical lock 200 such that the motor 602 and the drivetrain 604 are coaxial with the pinion 204, thus providing direct drive for pinion 204.

[0068] FIGs. 7A and 7B show the electric powertrain 700 fitted remote from the mechanical lock 200, and the output of the electric powertrain 700 coupled to the pinion 204 by a flexible shaft 704. Also illustrated in FIG. 7A, 7B, is mounting bracket 706, sized and configured to operably couple flexible shaft 704 to lock 200, for example, via faceplate 302 (see e.g., FIG. 3A, 3B). [0069] FIG.s 8 A and 8B show yet another variation of the installation in which the electric powertrain fits in bracket 210 through the set of mounting holes 208 (see e.g., FIG. 3A, 3B), such that the motor 802 of the electric powertrain 800 is parallel to the direction of movement of the bolt set 102. Here drivetrain 804 of electric powertrain 800 is provided with pinwheel gear 808 that engages with pinwheel gear 806 replacing pinion 204 for perpendicular transfer of rotational movement from motor 802 and drivetrain 804 to main gear 202 of mechanical lock 200. In certain exemplary implementations, the gear ratio between the output gear, namely pinwheel gear 808, (or beveled gears 404, 506 see e.g., FIG.s 4 and 5B, respectively), and main gear 202, is between 1 :400 and about 1 :200. [0070] It is to be appreciated that though FIGs. 6A through 7B show the mechanical lock 200 without bracket 210, it is possible to have bracket 210 along with the set of mounting holes 208 defined therein, which can be used for mounting clutch assembly 1000, as shown in FIG. 10, along with the electric powertrain 600 or 700.

[0071] FIG. 9 shows installation of the electric powertrain 400/500/600/700/800 on a mechanical lock 900 having a rapid opening member 902. In the mechanical lock 900 having the rapid opening member 902, coupled to partial spur gear 908, coaxial with main gear 904, in a rack-and- pinion arrangement. A handle or a knob (not shown here), coupled to rapid opening member 902, enables unlocking of mechanical lock 900. However, when the handle or the knob is operated, the rotational motion created by partial spur gear 908 is transferred to the electric powertrain 400/500/600/700/800, it has potential to damage the corresponding drivetrain 404/ 504/ 604/ 804. To address such a possibility, a normally disengaged clutch 906 is provided in certain implementations between the electric powertrain 400/500/600/700/800 and the pinion 204. The normally disengaged clutch 906 may be configured to engage when the electric powertrain 400/500/600/700/800 is activated. In another exemplary application clutch 906 may be configured in the normally engaged configuration, and disengage automatically upon activation of rapid opening member 902, using for example a torque sensor. An example of a magnetostrictive torque sensor, a mechanical torque sensor, and the like, whether rotary, or reaction torque sensors. As further illustrated in FIG. 9, electric powertrain 400/500/600/700/800, as well as corresponding drivetrain 404/ 504/ 604/ 804 with clutch 906 can be coupled to bracket 810 at any angle to reduce the package footprint of the locking system in any constrained space (see e.g., FIG. 15B).

[0072] FIG. 10 shows configuration of clutch assembly 1000 with the mechanical lock 200/900 in bracket 210 through the set of mounting holes 208 (see e.g., FIG. 3A, 3B). Clutch assembly 1000 can be a solenoid-based device having a solenoid 1004 and pin 1002 that is configured for linear movement away from the pinion 204, when solenoid 1004 is actuated. Pin 1002 can engage pinion 204, such as between two adjacent teeth, to prevent rotation of pinion 204. Inability of pinion 204 to rotate gears of mechanical lock 200/900, prevents unlocking by any of the means such as, the key through the cylinder lock 106, handle or knob (in case the mechanical lock has a rapid opening mechanism, and by electric powertrain 600 or 700 that may be fitted without use of bracket 210. Actuation of solenoid 1004 results in disengagement of the pin 1002 from the pinion 204, allowing mechanical lock 200/900 to be unlocked.

[0073] FIG. 11A is a schematic illustration of an exemplary implementation of a system implementing the MPEL disclosed. As illustrated, provided is system 15 for providing a motorized entry to an enclosed space, system 15 comprising: door 1501 enclosed in frame 1502, operably coupled to an opening in the enclosed space, door 1501 operable to move between a closed position and an open position; multi-point electromechanical lock (MPEL) mechanism 1503 operably coupled to door 1501, the multi-point electromechanical lock mechanism 1503 operable to transition between a locked position preventing door 1501 to move from the locked position, and unlocked position allowing door 1501 to move from the closed position; power source 1504 electrically coupled to MPEL 1503; control module 1505, disposed within door 1501 and operably coupled to MPEL 1503, and power source 1504. As shown, MPEL 1503 further comprise upper and lower pushrods 1506, 1506’ connected to extension bolts 1507, 1507’ (not shown). Also shown is powertrain 800 having drivetrain 804 coupled through bracket 810 to MPEL 1503, either directly (see e.g., FIG. 4B) or indirectly (See e.g., FIG. 8).

[0074] Furthermore, control module 1505 of system 15 comprises in certain exemplary implementations: a user interface module and/or human-machine interface (HMI), a communication module, such as a transceiver, operable to communicate with a remote user; optionally a display; and a central processing module (CPM) in communication with the user interface module, the communication module, the MPEL, and the power source, the CPM further comprising at least one processor in communication with a non-transitory memory device, storing thereon a processor- readable media with a set of executable instructions, configured, when executed, to cause the at least one processor to perform the steps of: receiving instructions from the communication module; and unlocking, or locking the door 1501. System 15 can further comprise at least one biometric sensor 1508 such as, for example, fingerprint reader 1522, operable to recognize at least one biometric parameter of at least one authorized user. In the context of the disclosure, the term “authorized user” defines a person who is authorized by the owner to enter the premises (enclosed structure). Optionally, the term “authorized user” may include persons (e.g., third party users) who are authorized to enter the premises. For convenience, the term “user” shall be used hereinafter to refer to the owner or authorized user operating the system.

[0075] In certain exemplary implementations, biometric sensor 1508 is a sensor operable to recognize at least one of: voice, finger print, retinal pattern, and facial pattern (in other words, capable of performing facial recognition). Accordingly, and in an exemplary implementation, when executed, the set of executable instructions are further configured to cause the at least one processor to perform the steps of: receiving a signal from biometric sensor 1508; authenticating the received signal as an authorized user; and unlocking or locking the door based on the instructions provided by the authorized user. Likewise, using the user interface module, an authorized user can input a code, passphrase and the like to gain entry.

[0076] As illustrated in FIG. 11A, control module 1505 of system 15 can further comprises a key pad 1521, and/or be in communication with a mobile computing device with an application protocol 1520, operable to communicate with control module 1505 and operate the lock. Additionally or alternatively, remote control 1523 can be used to open the lock (see e.g., FIG.s 15A, 15B). As illustrated in FIG. 11B, in an exemplary implementation, door 1501 can be provided with optional display 1550, having an input port 1551, for Example, USB, USBC, micro USB, Lightning port, and the like. Additionally, door status LED 1552, and open/close indicators 1553/1554 can be provided as well.

[0077] Turning now to FIG. 12, illustrating an exemplary implementation of system 12, using external control with MPEL 1503 to control entry. MPEL 1503, with multi-point locks 1203, 1203’ having e.g., clutched electric powertrain 800, can be operably coupled to power supply 1202, via cables 1281, 1282, and 1283 using for example, cable wire-to-cable-wire connectors 1221, 1223 (as well as cable/wire to board connectors, for example from cable/wire 1283 to external controller 1201). External controller 1201, can be operable to maintain, using for example Bluetooth low energy (BLE), radio frequency (RF, e.g., at about 400-500 Mhz), or wired communication with central processing module (CPM) of a third party 1211. In an exemplary implementation, 3 ^rd party CPM 1211 is in further communication with a database storing thereon authorization codes for personnel authorized to enter the enclosed space, whereby, together with multi-factor authentication, will enable opening MPEL 1503. For example, receiving authentication code on App 1520 to enter with keypad 1521, together with proper fingerprint sensor 1522 identification. As illustrated 3^rd party CPM can be coupled to a plurality of MPEL 1503, thus allowing for allotting separate authorization level entries. [0078] In the context of the disclosure, term ‘module’, as used herein, means, but is not limited to, a software and/or hardware component, such as a Field Programmable Gate-Array (FPGA) or Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC), which performs certain tasks. A module may advantageously be configured to reside on an addressable storage medium and configured to execute on one or more processors. Thus, a module may include, by way of example, components, such as software components, object-oriented software components, class components and task components, processes, functions, attributes, procedures, subroutines, segments of program code, drivers, firmware, microcode, circuitry, data, databases, data structures, tables, arrays, and variables. The functionality provided for in the components and modules may be combined into fewer components and modules or further separated into additional components and modules. Furthermore, the communication module (referring to o any combination of hardware, firmware and/or software that performs the associated functions described herein) and may include any chip card that can be configured as a communication interface between a mobile user device, can be operable to employ Bluetooth communication, RFID, NFC, Cellular, WAN communication, a FM radio link, a low- energy Bluetooth communication link; field magnetic induction (FMI) communication link and the like.

[0079] In certain exemplary implementations, the term “user interface module” means graphical icons displayed on a touch screen display, which may be associated with an information item or a set of application operations depending on the specific application module that employs the schemes described herein.

[0080] Turning now to FIG. 13, illustrating MPEL system 13, having dual cylinder locks with key 1301 adapted to enter keyway 1303 whereby faceplate 1302 is positioned outside door 1501 (see e.g., FIG. 11 A) and is coupled to cylinder lock 206 (see e.g., FIG. 2A), while an optional second cylinder lock having key 1304, coupled to stopper 1305 through orifice 110, can be used to provide redundancy to the system, as well as manual operation capabilities from both sides of door 1501.

[0081] Turning to FIG. 14, showing a system diagram for the proposed MPEL system for a door. As shown the system 1100 can include MPEL, such as mechanical lock 200 shown in FIGs. 2A to 3C, and 4B, or mechanical lock 900 shown in FIG. 9, fitted on a door 1110; an electric powertrain, such as the electric powertrains 400/500/600/700/800 shown in FIGs. 4 to 8B, coupled to the mechanical lock 200/900. The system 1100 can further include a controller 1102, such as a microprocessor, that is operatively coupled to the electric powertrain 400/500/600/700/800, and a communication module 1104. The controller 1102 and the communication module 1104 can be located within the door 1110. The communication module 1104 can operatively couple the controller 1102 to an external device, such as a personal digital device 1108 of a user and an Internet of Things (IOT) module 1106. The coupling of the controller 1102 to the external devices 1106/1108 can enable implementation of an instruction from the external devices 1106/1108 for unlocking the mechanical lock 200/900 to open the door 1110.

[0082] The system can also include clutch assembly 1000, such as locking device 1000 coupled to the mechanical lock 200/900 shown in FIG. 10, and further coupled to the controller 1102. Clutch assembly 1000 can normally be in engaged position to prevent the mechanical lock 200/900 from being unlocked through any one of: key, handle/ knob, and the electric powertrain. The coupling of clutch assembly 1000 1000 with the controller 1102 can enable the external devices 1106/1108 to actuate clutch assembly 1000 and allow unlocking of the mechanical lock 200/900.

[0083] Thus, the present disclosure provides a mechanical lock that has flexibility for modification for integration with electronic devices of a user, thereby obviating a need for replacement of the lock when the user desires to integrate the door lock with other electronic devices. The modification to the disclosed mechanical lock involves retro-fitment of one or both of an electric powertrain and clutch assembly 1000. The electric powertrain of different configurations can be provided that enable the retro-fitment in different configurations depending on application and space constrain. The disclosed lock system for a door allows the lock to be operatively couple to any or a combination of a mobile computing device of a user and an Internet of Things module.

[0084] In the context of the disclosure, the term "operable" means the system and/or the device and/or the program, or a certain element, component or step is/are fully functional sized, adapted and calibrated, comprises elements for, having the proper internal dimension to accommodate, and meets applicable operability requirements to perform a recited function when activated, coupled or implemented, regardless of being powered or not, effected, actuated, and/or realized. Furthermore, “operably coupled” means the joining of two members directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be stationary in nature or moveable in nature. Such joining may be achieved with the two members (or the two members and any additional intermediate) that could be integrally formed as a single unitary body with one another or with the two members or the two members and any additional members being attached to one another. Such joining may be permanent in certain configurations or may be removable or releasable in certain configurations.

[0085] The term "engage" and various forms thereof, when used with reference to certain elements, devices, assemblies and the like, refer to the application of any forces that tend to hold an element, device, assembly and the like and another element, device, assembly and the like attached together against inadvertent or undesired separating forces (e.g., such as may be introduced during use of the element, device, assembly and the like). It is to be understood, however, that engagement does not in all cases require an interlocking connection that is maintained against every conceivable type or magnitude of separating force

[0086] While the foregoing describes various exemplary implementations of the invention, other and further exemplary implementations of the invention may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described exemplary implementations, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.

Claims

1. A mechanical lock for a door, the mechanical lock comprising: one or more bolts configured to move between a projected position, whereby the one or more bolt engage a corresponding mortise in a door frame to prevent opening of the door, and a retracted position, whereby the one or more bolt disengage from the mortise to unlock the mechanical lock and allow opening of the door; a main gear mechanically coupled to the one or more bolt wherein rotation of the main gear in a first direction results in movement of the one or more bolt from the projected position to the retracted position; a cylinder lock mechanically coupled to the main gear wherein operation of the cylinder lock by a key is operable to rotate the main gear in the first direction; and a pinion mechanically coupled to the main gear; wherein the mechanical lock further comprises a bracket for mounting a portion of an electric powertrain, the electric powertrain is optionally mechanically coupled to the pinion of the mechanical lock, operable, when coupled to an electric powertrain, to operate the mechanical lock with the electric powertrain.

2. The mechanical lock of claim 1, wherein the electric powertrain comprises a motor and a mechanical drivetrain, an output of the drivetrain being configured to engage the pinion.

3. The mechanical lock of claim 2, wherein the mechanical lock is configured wherein the electric powertrain, when fitted to the mechanical lock, is coaxial to the pinion and the motor is perpendicular to a direction of the movement of the one or more bolt.

4. The mechanical lock of claim 2, wherein the mechanical lock, is coupled to the portion of the electric powertrain, such that an output of the electric powertrain is perpendicular to a rotational axis of the pinion, and the motor is oriented parallel to a direction of the movement of the one or more bolt.

5. The mechanical lock of claim 4, wherein the mechanical lock includes a set of bevel gears between the pinion and the output of the electric powertrain, and wherein one bevelled gear is coupled to the powertrain’s output.

6. The mechanical lock of claim 4, wherein the mechanical lock includes a set of pinwheel gears disposed between the pinion and the output of the electric powertrain and wherein one pinwheel gear is coupled to the drivetrain’s output.

7. The mechanical lock of claim 1, wherein the mechanical lock includes a rapid opening mechanism for rapid manual unlocking of the mechanical lock without the key, the rapid unlocking mechanism comprising rapid opening member hingedly coupled in one end to the mechanical lock housing and to a handle, or knob, the other end engaging a spur wheel coaxially coupled to the main gear, in a rack-and-pinion configuration; and wherein the electric powertrain includes a normally disengaged clutch disposed between the drivetrain and an output of the electric powertrain operable to allow rotation of the pinion without transfer of the rotational movement from the pinion to the drivetrain.

8. The mechanical lock of claim 1 , wherein the mechanical lock is configured for coupling of the electric powertrain with the pinion by a flexible shaft with the electric powertrain being located remote from the mechanical lock.

9. The mechanical lock of claim 1, wherein the mechanical lock further comprising clutch assembly operable to prevent unlocking of the mechanical lock by any of: the key, and the electric powertrain; wherein the clutch assembly comprises an actuator and a pin, the pin being normally engaged with the pinion to block rotation of the pinion, and whereupon actuation, the actuator is configured to linearly retract the pin to disengage the pin from the pinion thereby allowing rotation of the pinion for unlocking the mechanical lock by the electric powertrain.

10. A lock system for a door in a frame, the system comprising: a mechanical lock configured with a cylinder lock operable for unlocking the mechanical lock using a key; and an electric powertrain coupled to the mechanical lock sized adapted and configured to open the lock independently of unlocking of the cylinder lock use; a controller operatively coupled to the electric powertrain; and a communication module; wherein the communication module is operable to couple the controller to an external computing device for implementation of a set of executable instruction stored on a non-volatile memory included in the external computing device for unlocking or locking the lock.

11. The system of claim 10, wherein the mechanical lock comprises: one or more bolts configured to move between a projected locked position, and a retracted unlocked position; a main gear mechanically coupled to the one or more bolts wherein rotation of the main gear in a first direction results in movement of the one or more bolts from the projected position to the retracted position; a cylinder lock mechanically coupled to the main gear wherein operation of the cylinder lock by the key results in rotation of the main gear in the first direction to disengage the one or bolts from the mortise(s) to open the door; and a pinion mechanically coupled to the main gear; wherein the mechanical lock includes a bracket for coupling a portion of the electric powertrain or clutch assembly onto the mechanical lock wherein the electric powertrain is mechanically coupled to the pinion of the mechanical lock.

12. The system of claim 11, wherein the electric powertrain comprises an electric motor and a mechanical drivetrain, an output of the mechanical drivetrain being configured to transfer rotational movement of the motor to the pinion.

13. The system of claim 12, wherein the electric powertrain any is one of: a configuration whereby the output of the drivetrain is coaxial to the pinion and the motor is perpendicular to a direction of the movement of the one or more bolts; a configuration whereby a portion of the electric powertrain is partially accommodated by the bracket wherein an output of the drivetrain and the motor is perpendicular to a rotational axis of the pinion, and the motor is oriented parallel to a direction of movement of the one or more bolts, and wherein the drivetrain includes a pinwheel gear to transfer rotational movement from the output of the electric powertrain to a mating pinwheel gear fixed coaxially to the pinion, and a configuration comprising the motor, the drivetrain and a flexible shaft coupled between the output of the electric drivetrain and the pinion to transfer rotary motion of the motor to the pinion, and wherein the motor and the mechanical drivetrain are located remote from the mechanical lock.

14. The system of claim 12, wherein the mechanical lock includes a rapid opening mechanism for manual unlocking of the lock without the key; and wherein the electric powertrain includes a normally disengaged clutch between the drivetrain and an output of the electric powertrain to allow rotation of the pinion without transfer of the rotational movement from the pinion to the drivetrain.

15. The system of claim 11, wherein clutch assembly prevents unlocking of the lock by any of the key and the electric powertrain and comprises a solenoid and a pin, the pin being normally in engagement with the pinion to block rotation of the pinion to prevent unlocking of the lock, and wherein on actuation, the solenoid linearly moves the pin to disengage the pin from the pinion to allow rotation of the pinion thereby allowing unlocking the lock.

16. The system of claim 15, wherein the controller is operatively coupled to the solenoid for allowing unlocking of the lock based on the instructions from the external device.

17. An electric powertrain for retrofitting a mechanical lock, the electric powertrain comprising a motor and a drivetrain; wherein the electric powertrain is configured, when coupled to the mechanical lock, to operably couple to a pinion included in the mechanical lock, the pinion being in engagement with a main gear of the lock; wherein actuation of the electric powertrain is operable to rotate the main gear and thereby moving of the one or more bolts of the mechanical lock to a retracted position, or a projected position to unlock or lock the mechanical lock respectively.

18. The electric powertrain of claim 17, wherein the electric powertrain is sized and configured to be at least partially accommodated within a bracket included in the mechanical lock; and wherein when accommodated in the bracket, the motor of the electric powertrain is oriented perpendicular to an axis of rotation of the pinion and parallel to a direction of the movement of the one or more the bolts of the mechanical lock; and wherein the coupling of the electric powertrain with the pinion is through a set of bevel gears, or a set of pinwheel gears, where one of the bevelled or pinwheel gears is operably coupled to a shaft of the motor.

19. The electric powertrain of claim 17, wherein the electric powertrain is sized and configured to be coupled to the mechanical lock, wherein the motor is coaxial to the pinion of the mechanical lock, and the electric powertrain is perpendicular to a direction of movement of the one or more bolts of the mechanical lock.

20. The electric powertrain of claim 17, wherein the electric powertrain is configured for remote mounting, and an output of the drivetrain is coupled to the pinion by a flexible shaft.

21. The mechanical lock of claim 1, 11, or 17 wherein the gear ratio between the pinion and the main gear is between 1:2 and 1:5.

22. The mechanical lock of claim 21, wherein the gear ratio is operable to rotate the pinion at a speed of between about 15 and about 30 RPM.

23. The mechanical lock of claim 22, wherein the electric powertrain is operable to generate torque of between about 0.3 Nm and about 2.2 Nm.

24. The mechanical lock of claim 5, 6, or 18 wherein the gear ratio between the beveled gear operably coupled to the shaft of the powertrain’s motor and the main gear, is between about 200; 1 and about 400: 1.

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25. A system for providing a motorized entry to an enclosed space, the system comprising: a door enclosed in a frame, operably coupled to an opening in the enclosed space, operable to move between a closed position and an open position; a multi-point electromechanical lock (MPEL) mechanism operably coupled to the door, the multi-point electromechanical lock mechanism operable to transition between a locked position preventing the door to move from the locked position, and unlocked position allowing the door to move from the closed position; a power source electrically coupled to the MPEL; a control module, disposed within the door and operably coupled to the MPEL, and the power source.

26. The system of claim 25, further comprising at least one sensor operable to detect the door position in reference to the frame.

27. The system of claim 25, wherein the control module comprises: a user interface module; a communication module, operable to communicate with a remote user; a display; and a central processing module (CPM) in communication with the MPEL, the user interface module and the communication module; comprising at least one processor in communication with a non-volatile memory device, storing thereon a processor-readable media with a set of executable instructions, configured, when executed, to cause the at least one processor to perform the steps of: receiving instructions from the communication module; and unlocking, or locking the door.

28. The system of claim 27, further comprising a biometric sensor operable to recognize at least one biometric parameter of at least one authorized user.

29. The system of claim 28, wherein the biometric sensor is a sensor operable to recognize at least one of: voice, finger print, retinal pattern, and facial pattern.

30. The system of claim 29, wherein, when executed, the set of executable instructions are further configured to cause the at least one processor to perform the steps of: receiving a signal from the biometric sensor; authenticating the received signal as the authorized user; and unlocking or locking the door.

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31. The system of claim 25, wherein the MPEL comprises: a main gear having a first, second and third interrupted gear teeth sections; one or more bolts configured to move between a projected locked position and a retracted unlocked position, operably coupled to the first interrupted teeth section; a cylinder lock comprising a cam, the cam operably coupled to the second interrupted teeth section; and an electronic powertrain operably coupled to the third interrupted teeth section;

32. The system of claim 31, wherein the electric powertrain comprises a drive train having a shaft extending therefrom, with a pinwheel gear disposed perpendicular to the plain of the main gear.

33. The system of claim 32, wherein the pins in the pinwheel gear are frustoconical.

34. The system of claim 31, wherein module and/or pitch diameter in each teeth section is different.

35. The system of claim 34, wherein the gear ratio between the pinwheel gear and the main gear is between about 1:200, and 1 :400.

36. The system of claim 31, wherein the gear ratio is operable to rotate the pinion at a speed of between about 15 and about 30 RPM.

37. The mechanical lock of claim 31 , wherein the electric powertrain is operable to generate torque of between about 0.3 Nm and about 2.2 Nm.

38. A mechanical lock for a door, the mechanical lock comprising: one or more bolts configured to move between a projected locked position, and a retracted unlocked position; a main gear mechanically coupled to the one or more bolt wherein rotation of the main gear in a first direction results in movement of the one or more bolt from the projected position to the retracted position and vice-a- versa; a cylinder lock having a cam mechanically coupled to the main gear operable to rotate the main gear; a bracket for mounting a portion of an electric powertrain; and optionally a pinion mechanically coupled to the main gear, wherein the mechanical lock further comprises, an electric powertrain optionally mechanically coupled to the pinion of the mechanical lock, or to the main gear, operable, when coupled to an electric power source, included with the mechanical lock, to rotate the main gear.

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39. The mechanical lock of claim 38, wherein the electric powertrain is configured to be installed simultaneously with the installation of the mechanical lock in a door.

40. The mechanical lock of claim 38, wherein the electric powertrain is configured to be installed following the installation of the mechanical lock in a door.

41. The mechanical lock of claim 39, or 40, wherein the electric powertrain is coupled to the pinion included with the mechanical lock.

42. The mechanical lock of claim 39, or 40, wherein the electric powertrain is coupled to the main gear.

43. The mechanical lock of claim 41, or 42, wherein the main gear comprises a first, second, and third interrupted teeth sections.

44. The mechanical lock of claim 43, wherein the one or more bolts is operably coupled to the first interrupted teeth zone, the cam is operably coupled to the second interrupted teeth zone, and the pinion, or the electric powertrain are each operably coupled to the third interrupted teeth zone.

45. The mechanical lock of claim 44, wherein the module and/or pitch diameter in each first, second, and third interrupted teeth section is different.

46. A system for controlling a motorized entry to an enclosed space, the system comprising: a. a door enclosed in a frame, operably coupled to an opening in the enclosed space, operable to move between a closed position and an open position; b. a multi-point electromechanical lock (MPEL) mechanism operably coupled to the door, the multi-point electromechanical lock mechanism operable to transition between a locked position preventing the door to move from the locked position, and unlocked position allowing the door to move from the closed position; a power source electrically coupled to the MPEL; c. a transceiver, operably coupled to the MPEL mechanism; d. a user interface (UI), operably coupled to the door, the UI operable to receive a user input e. a central control module (CPM), disposed within the door, comprising at least one processor in communication with the MPEL mechanism, the transceiver, and the UI, the at least one processor being in further communication with a non-transitory memory device storing thereon a set of computer readable media with a set of executable instructions, configured, when executed to cause the at least one processor to: i. receive user input; and ii. based on the user input, close or open the door.

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47. The system of claim 46, wherein the controller is external to the door, forming an external controller.

48. The system of claim 47, wherein the external controller is in further communication with a third party server.

49. The system of claim 48, further comprising at least one of: a keypad, and a biometric sensor operable to recognize at least one biometric parameter of at least one authorized user.

50. The system of claim 49, wherein the biometric sensor is a sensor operable to recognize at least one of: voice, finger print, retinal pattern, and facial pattern.

51. The system of claim 50, wherein

52. The system of claim 50, wherein the third party server is in further communication with a database, storing thereon at least one of the: voice, finger print, retinal pattern, and facial pattern of a plurality of authorized users.

53. The system of claim 46, or 52, further comprising a first mobile computing device with a network communication module, operated by the user, having an application installed on the first mobile computing device, the application operable cause a processor included with the first mobile computing device, to: a. using the first mobile device, contact the transceiver; b. provide opening or closing input.

54. The system of claim 53, wherein the 3^rd party server is operable to communicate with the first mobile computing device, and send at least one authentication code.

55. The system of claim 54, wherein the 3^rd party server is further operable to: a. associate at least one biometric parameter with the user; b. communicate the at least one biometric parameter to the external controller; c. detect the biometric parameter upon use of the biometric sensor; and d. authenticate the user based on the biometric parameter and the authentication code.

56. A kit operable, when assembled, to provide the mechanical lock of any one of claims 38-45, comprising the electric powertrain of any one of claims 17-20.

57. A kit, operable when assembled to provide the system of any one of claims 25-37, comprising the mechanical lock of any one of claims 38-45.

58. A kit, operable when assembled to provide the system of any one of claims 46-55, comprising the mechanical lock of any one of claims 38-45.

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