GB2542168A - Security system - Google Patents

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GB2542168A
GB2542168A GB1516042.7A GB201516042A GB2542168A GB 2542168 A GB2542168 A GB 2542168A GB 201516042 A GB201516042 A GB 201516042A GB 2542168 A GB2542168 A GB 2542168A
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B15/00—Identifying, scaring or incapacitating burglars, thieves or intruders, e.g. by explosives
    • G08B15/004—Identifying, scaring or incapacitating burglars, thieves or intruders, e.g. by explosives using portable personal devices
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B21/00—Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
    • G08B21/02—Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B21/00—Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
    • G08B21/02—Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons
    • G08B21/0297—Robbery alarms, e.g. hold-up alarms, bag snatching alarms
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B25/00—Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems
    • G08B25/01—Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium
    • G08B25/016—Personal emergency signalling and security systems
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B15/00—Identifying, scaring or incapacitating burglars, thieves or intruders, e.g. by explosives
    • G08B15/02—Identifying, scaring or incapacitating burglars, thieves or intruders, e.g. by explosives with smoke, gas, or coloured or odorous powder or liquid
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G08—SIGNALLING
    • G08B—SIGNALLING OR CALLING SYSTEMS; ORDER TELEGRAPHS; ALARM SYSTEMS
    • G08B25/00—Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems
    • G08B25/009—Signalling of the alarm condition to a substation whose identity is signalled to a central station, e.g. relaying alarm signals in order to extend communication range

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Abstract

A security system comprising a pocketable alarm device 1, (9, fig 7), (18, fig11) having a receiver, antenna and a noise generator 2; and a separate wearable trigger device 4, (13, fig 8), (24, fig 13) having a switch (8, fig 5) or button (15, fig 8), a wireless transmitter and an antenna; wherein the trigger device comprises attachment means for detachably securing the trigger device to a persons body or clothing with use of a wrist strap, clip (27, fig 14) or a cord (7, fig 5); and wherein the alarm and trigger devices are each battery powered using rechargeable batteries charged via an electrical port 3, and the switch of the trigger device is operable so that the trigger devices sends a signal wirelessly using Bluetooth (RTM) technology to the alarm device to produce a sound by the noise generator of at least 100dB. The noise generator is a speaker or a compressed gas system and the alarm is arranged to sound for a predetermined period of time.

Description

Security System
This invention relates to a security system having an alarm device and a trigger device to be used as an anti-assault device.
When a person is walking alone at night, or otherwise, there is the risk of assault, including the theft of belongings. There are measures that the person can take to defend against such assaults by use of devices such as pepper spray or personal attack alarms but these are dependent on the person finding the device in a hand bag or a pocket for use. This is not easy in a highly stressed state. Moreover, in the event a bag is snatched, the opportunity for alerting third parties to the attacker is lost.
The present invention arose in a bid to provide an improved personal security system. In particular, to provide a personal security system that may be activated with certainty and which may be used to secure a bag or other article carried by an individual even after it has been snatched.
According to the present invention, there is provided a security system comprising a pocketable alarm device having a receiver, antenna and a noise generator; and a separate wearable trigger device having a switch, a wireless transmitter and an antenna; wherein the alarm and trigger device are each battery powered, and the switch of the trigger device is operable so that the trigger device sends a signal wirelessly to the alarm device to produce a sound by the noise generator in the alarm device, which has a volume of at least lOOdB.
Preferably, once the alarm device is triggered by the switch on the trigger device, there may be no means to stop the sound produced by the alarm device except by the switch on the trigger device.
Further, preferred, features are presented in the dependent claims.
Several embodiments of the present invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying figures, of which:
Figure 1 is a perspective view of one embodiment of an alarm device in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 2 illustrates a side view of the alarm device shown in Figure 1;
Figure S illustrates a front view of the alarm device shown in Figure 1;
Figure 4 is another perspective view of the alarm device shown in Figure 1;
Figure 5 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of a trigger device in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 6 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of an alarm device in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 7 illustrates a side view of the alarm device shown in Figure 6;
Figure 8 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of a trigger device in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 9 illustrates a side view of the trigger device shown in Figure 8;
Figure 10 is another perspective view of the trigger device shown in Figure 8;
Figure 11 is a perspective view of a third embodiment of an alarm device in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 12 is another perspective view of the alarm device shown in Figure 11;
Figure 13 is a perspective view of a third embodiment of a trigger device in accordance with the present invention;
Figure 14 illustrates a side view of the trigger device shown in Figure 13; and
Figure 15 is another perspective view of the trigger device shown in Figure 13.
In broadest terms, the present invention comprises a security system comprising a pocketable alarm device 1, 9, 18 and a separate wearable trigger device 4, 13, 24. The alarm device has a receiver, antenna and a noise generator. The trigger device has a switch, a wireless transmitter and an antenna. The trigger device comprises attachment means for detachably securing the trigger device to a person's body or clothing. The alarm and trigger devices are each battery powered, and the switch of the trigger device is operable so that the trigger device sends a signal wirelessly to the alarm device to produce a sound by the noise generator in the alarm device, which has a volume of at least lOOdB.
With a volume of at least lOOdB (at source), the noise emitted from the alarm device is unpleasant. It is preferably a piercing high pitched sound that is emitted. The volume may be at least lBOdB, more preferably at least 140dB at source.
The arrangement is such that the trigger device is maintained on the person for ready activation of the alarm device. The alarm device may be kept on the person also or, more preferably, may be placed in a bag, attached to a personal item, or similar.
Referring to Figures 1 to 4, one embodiment of an alarm device 1, suitable for use in a security system of the present invention, is shown. The alarm device is shown to be in a rectangular cuboid shape, however, may take numerous alternative forms, as will be readily appreciated by those skilled in the art. The alarm device incorporates an alarm system including an antenna and receiver (not shown) and two speakers 2, one on either side of the alarm device 1. Whilst there are two speakers provided, there could be additional speakers provided or a single speaker only. There is further provided an electrical port 3 at the front of the device 1 that can be used to connect to a power source to charge an internal battery (not shown). It is preferable that the alarm device comprises a sealed unit with no means of de-activating the alarm provided on the alarm device. In such arrangement only the trigger device may be used to de-activate the alarm once activated. In further arrangements, the alarm may latch on for a predetermined period with no means of de-activation.
Referring to Figure 5, one embodiment of a trigger device 4 is shown. The trigger device 4 has a transmitter and antenna built in (not shown). The trigger device has a proximal end and a distal end. The trigger device 4 has a cap 5 at the distal end that, once removed, exposes an electrical port and optional power switch (not shown). The sides of the trigger device have an optional built in alarm light 6, which flashes when the alarm has been triggered. A cord 7 is attached towards the proximal end of the trigger device 4, which may be worn around the neck of a user such that the trigger device 4 forms a pendant. The switch 8, located inside the trigger device 4, is activated by pulling on the pendant so that the cord 7 applies a force to the switch 8 inside the trigger device 4.
Upon activation a signal is transmitted to the receiver in the alarm device 1 triggering the alarm system. In alternative arrangements, a pendant may be provided that is activated using a button in the manner described below with respect to the other described embodiments of the trigger device.
The wireless technology used to allow communication between the alarm device and trigger device is Bluetooth technology but need not be limited as such. The security system of the present invention may use any combination of electromagnetic wireless communication for example, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, satellite communications, GPS or any other similar technology. Each device may contain an antenna and/or a transmitter and/or a receiver.
The alarm may be triggered by any of a variety of electrical arrangements. In all arrangements there is a switch. The form of the switch may be varied. In the arrangement described above, which comprises a pendant, when the user pulls on the pendant (trigger device) a pull rod may disengage allowing two sprung connectors to touch (completing a circuit), whereupon the transmitter automatically sends a signal to the receiver in the alarm device. It is preferred, whatever arrangement is adopted that the trigger device comprises a dedicated mechanical actuator, for activating the switch.
As described below, in a number of arrangements the mechanical actuator may comprise a button. It is preferred that a dedicated actuator is provided to avoid accidental activation but also to ensure ease of operation by a user in a highly stressed situation.
Referring to Figures 6 and 7, a second embodiment of the alarm device 9 is shown. The alarm device 9 is in a cylindrical shape. The alarm device 9 has an electrical port 10 on a side surface, used to connect to a power source to charge the internal battery (not shown), a speaker 11 and an optional power button 12. Again, modifications to the form of the alarm device 9 will be possible as will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Moreover, the different arrangements of alarm devices and trigger devices will all be interchangeable with one another.
Referring to Figures 8 to 10, a second embodiment of the trigger device 13 is shown. The trigger device 13 has a body portion that is substantially disc-like in shape, taking the form of a puck. It has an electrical port 14 on a side wall surface, which is used to connect to a power source to charge an internal battery (not shown). An alarm button 15 is provided on a top surface of the body portion, which when pressed activates the switch. In this arrangement, it is preferable that the bottom substantially covers the entire upper surface for ease of operation. The trigger device may be supported by a holder that comprises a strap for attachment to the wrist of a wearer or may comprise a strap attached directly to the trigger device. In either case the button will face upwards in use. Once the switch is activated the transmitter (not shown) within the trigger device 13 sends a signal to the receiver in the alarm device 9, which triggers the alarm system in the alarm device 9 and the high pitch sound is produced through the speaker 11 on the alarm device. There is also an optional power button 16 which is used to switch the device on or off and an optional Bluetooth synchronisation button 17, which is used to synchronise the alarm device 9 with the trigger device 13.
Referring to Figures 11 and 12, a third embodiment of the alarm device 18 is shown. The alarm device 18 has a rectangular cuboid type shape. The alarm device 18 has an electrical port 19, an optional power switch 20 and an optional power light (second light) 21 that flashes when the alarm device 18 is powered on, all on a top surface. An attachment point 23 is provided to allow an accessory such as a clip, strap, band, necklace or a similar accessory be attached to the alarm device 18.
Referring to Figures 13 to 15, a third embodiment of the trigger device 24 is shown. The trigger device is shown to be in a cuboid like shape. The trigger device 24 has an alarm button 25 on a front surface, which is pressed to activate the switch. This will then enable the transmitter (not shown) inside the trigger device 24 to wirelessly communicate with the receiver (not shown) in the alarm device 18 triggering the alarm system. The trigger device 24 also has an accessory port 26, which is used to attach accessories like a clip, strap, necklace, string, cable, key ring, sprung clip, wrist strap or of similar type. In this specific embodiment a clip 27 is shown attached to the trigger device 24.
The electrical ports, lights, buttons, switches or accessories may be placed anywhere and in any combination on or inside the alarm device and/or trigger device and is not limited to the configurations disclosed in the above embodiments.
The electrical ports in the above embodiments are mini-USB ports but are not limited to such a port and may instead be a USB, coaxial or any other electrical port.
The optional alarm light that flashes, when the alarm is triggered, will typically be red in colour but may be any other colour. One or more LEDs may be provided as the light source. When the alarm is triggered the speakers produce a loud high pitch sound. However it may produce all sorts of sounds such as a loud vocal instruction for help. Moreover, a compressed gas alarm may be provided in place of the speakers.
The battery inside the alarm device and/or trigger device may take any suitable form and could comprise a coin sized battery. The alarm device may have a similar footprint to a credit card so that it may easily fit into a wallet or purse. The alarm device may have a length smaller than 10cm, a width smaller than 6 cm and a height smaller than 2 cm. The trigger device may have the same dimensions.
The alarm device and trigger device may be of different sizes and shapes and may come in a range of colours, patterns, fabrics and materials and thus are not limited to the embodiments described.
The above embodiments of the present invention have been described by way of example only and it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the appended claims.

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1. A security system comprising: a pocketable alarm device having a receiver, antenna and a noise generator; and a separate wearable trigger device having a switch, a wireless transmitter and an antenna; wherein the trigger device comprises attachment means for detachably securing the trigger device to a person's body or clothing; and wherein the alarm and trigger devices are each battery powered, and the switch of the trigger device is operable so that the trigger device sends a signal wirelessly to the alarm device to produce a sound by the noise generator in the alarm device, which has a volume of at least lOOdB.
2. A security system as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the trigger device comprises a dedicated mechanical actuator, for activating the switch.
3. A security system as claimed in Claim 2, wherein the mechanical actuator comprises a button.
4. A security system as claimed in Claim 3, wherein the trigger device comprises a body portion and the button covers substantially an entire face of the body portion.
5. A security system as claimed in Claim 4, wherein the attachment means comprises a wrist strap and the button is provided on an upper face of the body portion, in use.
6. A security system as claimed in any of Claims 1 to 4, wherein the attachment means comprises a clip.
7. A security system as claimed in any of Claims 1 to 4, wherein the attachment means comprises a cord.
8. A security system as claimed in Claim 7, wherein the mechanical actuator is operable by pulling the trigger device.
9. A security system as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the trigger device sends a signal wirelessly to the alarm device, when the switch is activated, using Bluetooth and/or GPS technology.
10. A security system as claimed in any preceding claim, wherein the noise generator is a speaker or compressed gas system.
11. A security system as claimed in any preceding claim, wherein, following activation, the alarm device is arranged to sound for a predetermined period of time.
12. A security system as claimed in any preceding claim, wherein, once activated, the alarm device may only be deactivated by the trigger device.
13. A security system as claimed in any of Claims 1 to 10, wherein there is no means of deactivating the alarm provided.
14. A security system as claimed in any preceding claim, wherein the alarm device has a length smaller than 10cm, a width smaller than 6 cm and a height smaller than 2 cm.
15. A security system as claimed in any preceding claim, wherein the trigger device has a length smaller than 10 cm, width smaller than 6 cm and a depth smaller than 2 cm.
16. A security system as hereinbefore described with reference to the accompanying figures.
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