WO2024018109A2 - Adjustable padlock, security receptacle and system - Google Patents

Adjustable padlock, security receptacle and system Download PDF

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WO2024018109A2
WO2024018109A2 PCT/ES2023/070470 ES2023070470W WO2024018109A2 WO 2024018109 A2 WO2024018109 A2 WO 2024018109A2 ES 2023070470 W ES2023070470 W ES 2023070470W WO 2024018109 A2 WO2024018109 A2 WO 2024018109A2
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Fernando Guerra Iribarren
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B67/00—Padlocks; Details thereof
    • E05B67/06—Shackles; Arrangement of the shackle
    • E05B67/32—Padlocks with pincer- like shackles
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05—LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05B—LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B37/00—Permutation or combination locks; Puzzle locks
    • E05B37/02—Permutation or combination locks; Puzzle locks with tumbler discs or rings arranged on a single axis, each disc being adjustable independently of the others
    • E05B37/025—Permutation or combination locks; Puzzle locks with tumbler discs or rings arranged on a single axis, each disc being adjustable independently of the others in padlocks

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  • adjustable padlock refers to a locking device that can be safely adjusted on an element to prevent the padlock from being separated from said element unless a combination is used that releases the padlock without requiring the use of keys.
  • the padlock is especially applicable to elements in the form of bag or backpack type containers, to prevent the opening of these by people other than them and at the same time allows, through a fastening means in the form of cable, thread or chain, attach said container to an independent or external structure to the element.
  • An example of a container, also the object of the present invention is one that is usually rectangular or cylindrical in shape, for storing personal objects, which can be carried by hand, on the shoulder or on the back and which is open on one side.
  • the container object of the invention is made up of a flexible mesh that, preferably, incorporates an internal coating and an external coating of fabric or other flexible material, for example, fabric, leather, paper, etc., which gives it the appearance of a bag, backpack or sack, common, for example, a beach bag.
  • the mesh is preferably made of steel and is molded and treated to have the shape of the container, that is, a bag, sack or backpack.
  • the internal and external coatings can be of the same or different material, or a combination of materials. This mesh provides the container with sufficient strength so that it cannot be easily broken, especially with cutting tools.
  • the lock can also be used to attach to other elements, for example, a bicycle, scooter or motorcycle and attach them to an independent or external structure.
  • the padlock comprises a hollow body in the form of a casing that houses a combination mechanism that locks and unlocks or releases the mobility of at least two claws that determine an adjustable frame capable of closing on an element.
  • a container it can constrict the mouth of the container, and in the case of a scooter it can constrict and close on the tube of the scooter's frame.
  • the padlock also preferably has a fastening means to be able to fasten it, and consequently the element on which it closes, to some external or independent structure, whether fixed or mobile, with the help of a cable, chain, thread or similar.
  • the padlock is preferably applied to close a container, such as a bag or backpack, to store personal items safely and at the same time attach the container to a fixed or mobile structure, when, for example, the user of the container does not want to carry it or personal items with it, for example, when taking a walk on a beach or similar.
  • a container such as a bag or backpack
  • the padlock can be used to close on any other element that you wish to secure.
  • the container is preferably provided, in an accessory manner and forming a security system, with a closure or security closure device, for example the adjustable padlock object of the invention, which prevents access to its interior, and as mentioned , in turn allows the container to be attached or tied to some element or structure, preferably fixed, by means of a chain, cable or similar means. In this way, the user can store their belongings inside the container, close it with a closure or closing device and secure it to a structure, to later move away from it for a time and ignore possible theft or theft.
  • a closure or security closure device for example the adjustable padlock object of the invention
  • the field of application of the present invention falls within the industry sector dedicated to the manufacture of padlocks, closures and security mechanisms. Likewise, the present invention falls within the sector of the industry dedicated to the manufacture of bags and suitcases, at the same time covering the field of security systems for storing objects.
  • the objective of the padlock of the present invention is another, specifically that of developing a closure that allows it to be adjusted and closed safely directly on an element or body, preferably, the mouth of a similar flexible container, without this necessarily having to be included. with a zipper, flap or other closing elements that, in turn, must be secured to prevent their opening by third parties.
  • the padlock can be used for the aforementioned uses.
  • This mechanism also allows the two ends (claws and cable) to be joined, thus giving it a standard protection use.
  • the desirable thing would be to be able to leave the belongings in the container in which they are transported, the objective of the present invention being a security container, in the form of a bag, backpack or sack, that allows the belongings to be kept safe against possible theft. simply attaching it with a chain, cable or similar to some element or structure, and preferably also fixed, for example, a tree or a bench, although it can also be mobile, such as a hammock or chair.
  • the present invention relates to a padlock or security closure according to claim 1.
  • the padlock comprises a hollow body in the form of a casing that houses a combination mechanism that blocks or unlocks the mobility of at least one adjustable frame formed by two claws arranged symmetrically and each joined at a first end to the casing, allowing it to be expanded. or reduce the diameter of the frame to be able to close it on an element, the second distal end of each claw being free and separated from the casing.
  • the two claws are joined to the casing by an articulated connection point that rotates on an axis such that, when moved with the mechanism unlocked, they allow the diameter of the frame they form to be expanded or reduced, the opening being able to be blocked in its entire development if it is not in the unlocking position.
  • the combination mechanism comprises wheels with characters, preferably numbers, which, when placed in a certain position, determine a password or key, allowing the movement of the claws.
  • Said articulated connection point that joins each claw to the housing is a toothed pinion that meshes with the pinion of the other claw, with a locking pivot belonging to the combination mechanism existing centered between both pinions.
  • the distal ends of the claws are interlocked with each other when the frame is adjusted, that is, closed.
  • the claws preferably have nails oriented towards the interior of the frame that they define to allow better fixation, when nailed, to the element on which said claws close. These nails will preferably be placed on those padlocks that are going to be used to close bags or containers.
  • said claws are semicircular, and may have other shapes, for example, elliptical, provided that when closed they allow the trapping and securing of the element on which they close.
  • the combination mechanism of the padlock comprises a pivot, a lever at one end of said pivot, a first spring at said end, wheels with characters associated with wheels that are crossed by the pivot, a first type of pushers housed in some holes in the impellers and a second spring in contact with a second type of pusher, so that depending on the position of the wheels with characters, the movement of the claws is allowed in the closing direction or in the closing direction and opening.
  • the impellers rotate causing the alignment of the pushers between the lever and the second spring, so that the force of said second spring moves the pushers which in turn push the lever and therefore the pivot, overcoming the force exerted by the first spring and thus allowing the opening of the claws.
  • the combination mechanism also includes, so that the user can determine the password or key by moving the wheels with characters, an eccentric associated with the impellers and a guide disc, compressed by springs between the guide disc and the casing, so that the rotation of the eccentric pushes the impellers and the guide disc, compressing the springs and releasing the wheels with characters with the displacement of the impellers.
  • these wheels with characters can be turned to change the password of the padlock while the wheels remain firm in one position thanks to the internal displacement of the pushers.
  • the eccentric is rotated back to its initial position, and with the force of the springs the guide disc and the impellers are pushed.
  • the housing includes a hole to access a housing in the eccentric using a key.
  • said padlock or security closure is designed, mainly, to prevent the opening of a container, bag, backpack or similar, by incorporating the combination mechanism that does not require the use of keys, and at least the two adjustable claws that make up said fence suitable for constricting the mouth of the container or closing it. about any element.
  • the padlock also preferably comprises a fastening means to be able to tie the padlock, and thus also the element to which it is attached, to some fixed or mobile structure, for example, a fixed umbrella, a hammock, a tree, a street lamp. or other structure.
  • the body of the housing is preferably elongated and has at least two adjustable claws at one of its two ends.
  • the body can incorporate the fastening means to be able to tie the closure to some fixed structure, for example, by means of a chain, cable or similar filiform element, or it can also incorporate two other claws.
  • This second set of adjustable claws is also associated with the combination mechanism, one serving to close the mouth of the bag and the other as a fastening means to be able to tie the assembly to a fixed structure.
  • This construction can even serve as shackles or handcuffs, thus avoiding the use of keys.
  • this construction could also incorporate a fastening means, such as the one described above, at another point on the body of the casing.
  • the at least two claws that make up an adjustable frame of the padlock or security closure are semicircular and are, once closed, interlocked with each other at their distal ends and joined at the other end in a pivotal manner with respect to each other.
  • the casing by a moving shaft attached to the casing.
  • Each of the claws pivots with respect to the body of the housing as they are joined to it by a rotating axis that is a toothed pinion or gear that meshes with the pinion of the other claw, so that preferably the pivot of lock associated with the combination mechanism to engage in the toothed pinions and prevent the movement of the claws, or on the contrary release it.
  • the padlock is preferably applied for use in a container, such as a bag or backpack, which is made up of a steel mesh structure that, preferably, incorporates an internal and external covering of fabric or other flexible material that gives it the appearance from a regular bag, for example, a beach bag.
  • a container such as a bag or backpack, which is made up of a steel mesh structure that, preferably, incorporates an internal and external covering of fabric or other flexible material that gives it the appearance from a regular bag, for example, a beach bag.
  • This container is strong enough that it cannot be easily broken even with tools, allowing the user to secure their belongings against possible theft once closed with the padlock and attached to some structure either directly with said padlock, in its option in which it has two adjustable frames, or by means of a chain, cable or similar that, In turn, it will also be tied with said padlock.
  • a second object of the invention is a safety container, according to claim 13.
  • the safety container comprises a flexible mesh, preferably made of steel cable or resistant thread, shaped with the shape of the container, bag, backpack or bag, said container presenting at least two defined areas: a first area that determines the housing of the container, and a second area, located in the opening of the container, consisting of a grease of the mesh and that determines the mouth itself. of the container, said mesh also having an internal coating that defines the interior of the housing and an external coating that defines the exterior and appearance of the container.
  • first zone and the second zone are located on opposite sides of the container, more preferably the first zone at the lower end of the container and the second zone at the upper end thereof.
  • the closure of the container is carried out below the mouth, that is, below the fattening of the mesh, determining a third zone, when the container is closed, which consists of a narrowing of the housing mesh and determines a neck in the mouth of said container, so that said narrowing is arranged between the first housing area of the container and the third area or fattening of the mesh.
  • the container that is the object of the invention is designed to be able to store personal objects safely, for example, when the owner is away and does not want to transport them with him to the beach or other place where they could be susceptible to theft.
  • Said container in the form of a bag, backpack or sack, comprises a flexible mesh structure formed by cables, wires or threads of a resistant material, preferably steel or Kevlar, said cables, wires or threads being intertwined or configured to determine the mesh. .
  • the material of said mesh provides sufficient resistance to the container so that it cannot be easily broken, even with the use of scissors or other cutting tools. This resistance will be determined by its material, so that in the case of a steel mesh, the type of steel used will determine the resistance of the container.
  • the flexible steel mesh structure determines an interior housing that is accessed, through the mouth or opening, to introduce or extract personal objects such as identification, cards, mobile phone, keys, books, among others.
  • the flexible mesh can be in the form of a bag, sack, backpack or similar.
  • the complete closure of the container can be ensured by an additional safety closure, which forms said neck by surrounding the container below the greasing of the mesh of the container, so that once it surrounds said neck, it cannot be extracted due to the aforementioned greasing or second area of the mesh.
  • Said lubrication or second zone having a diameter greater than the narrowing of the neck or third zone, prevents the additional security closure from being extracted from either the top or bottom of the container.
  • the movement of the safety closure is limited by the greasing or second area of the container and by the first area or housing of the container.
  • the container is preferably combined with a security closure, associated in turn with a chain or similar for attachment to some element or structure, preferably fixed, so that it allows the user to keep their belongings safe from possible theft when absent
  • the container of the invention has an internal and external covering of fabric or other flexible material that covers the steel mesh structure and gives the container the appearance of an ordinary bag, backpack or sack, for example, a beach bag.
  • the internal and external coating material may be the same or different, and more than one material may even be used for either of the two coatings.
  • the covering material can be leather, a fabric, a type of plastic or paper, among others.
  • the flexible body that makes up the bag has a bag configuration such that the mouth can be closed with the safety closure device that forms a narrowing area of said mouth and to which, In turn, you can tie the chain or a similar filiform fastening with which you surround some fixed or more voluminous element or structure, such as a fixed umbrella on the beach, a hammock, a chair, a street lamp, a tree, etc., to secure the container to it.
  • a bag configuration such that the mouth can be closed with the safety closure device that forms a narrowing area of said mouth and to which, In turn, you can tie the chain or a similar filiform fastening with which you surround some fixed or more voluminous element or structure, such as a fixed umbrella on the beach, a hammock, a chair, a street lamp, a tree, etc., to secure the container to it.
  • the safety closure device comprises a system that adjusts and closes on the container determining the neck thereof, for example, a claw system as the first object of the present invention, with at least two claws that pivot with respect to the container. at the same end and cross at the opposite end, surrounding the second area below the mouth of the container and trapping it between the end with respect to which the claws pivot and the intersection of both claws, forming a fence that strangles and creates the narrowing of said container.
  • the pivoting claw system is preferably linked to a numerical combination mechanism to avoid the need to use a key that the user would have to carry.
  • the two claws could be replaced with a steel cable, which allows the same dynamics as the previous device, that is, allowing it to be adjusted and closed throughout its entire development.
  • a third object of the invention is a system formed by an adjustable device or padlock, according to the first object of the invention, and a security container according to the second object of the invention.
  • Figure number 1 shows a perspective view of an example of an embodiment of the adjustable padlock that is the object of the invention, specifically an example with a single adjustable frame made up of interlocking claws, showing its general external configuration.
  • Figure number 2 shows a perspective view of the example of the adjustable padlock shown in the preceding figure, in this case represented with the casing open, showing some of the elements of the combination and joining and rotating mechanism of the claws.
  • Figure number 3 shows an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
  • Figure number 4 shows a detail of an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
  • Figure number 5 shows another detail of an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
  • Figure number 6 shows another detail of an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
  • Figures number 7 and 8 show perspective views of another example of the adjustable padlock, according to the invention, specifically an example with two adjustable frames. each end of the casing, showing in figure 7 its general external configuration and in figure 8 part of its configuration and internal elements.
  • Figures 9 and 10 show the padlock object of the invention with the claws closed and the claws open respectively.
  • Figure number 11 shows a perspective view of an example of use of the adjustable padlock with a mesh structure bag.
  • Figure number 12 shows an example of an adjustable padlock object of the invention applied to securing a scooter through the claws and a cable, chain or filiform element arranged in the padlock at the opposite end to that with the claws.
  • Figure number 13 shows a perspective view of an example of the security bag object of the invention, represented in a closed position and with the external coating partially sectioned, so that the internal steel mesh structure can be seen.
  • Figure number 14 shows a top plan view of the example of the security bag of the invention shown in figure 13.
  • Figure number 15 shows a section view of the bag, according to the section A-A indicated in figure 14.
  • Figure number 16 shows a view of a container without external or internal coating that incorporates a security closure associated with the mesh of the container itself.
  • Figures numbers 17 to 19 show a representation of a bag object of the invention attached to different elements, specifically, to two hammocks, a bench or a tree.
  • the adjustable padlock (1) of the invention essentially comprises a hollow body in the form of a casing (2) that houses a combination mechanism (3) that blocks or unlocks the mobility of at least , an adjustable frame (4) allowing its diameter to be expanded or reduced to be able to close it on an element such as a bag, bicycle or scooter, among any other type of element or object.
  • the body of the housing (2) is elongated and the adjustable frame (4), located at one end of the housing (2), for example, to close a bag (5), and a fastening means (6) , like the one shown in the example of figures 1 and 2, for a chain, cable or similar and to be able to tie the bag assembly (5) with the padlock (1) to some structure.
  • the housing body (2) comprises two adjustable frames (4) linked to the combination mechanism (3), one at each end thereof, as shows the example of figures 7 and 8, such that one can be used to close the mouth of a bag (5) and the other as a fastening means to tie the assembly to a fixed structure.
  • This construction can also be used as shackles or handcuffs.
  • the adjustable frame (4) that comprises the padlock, whether one or two is formed by two articulated claws (40), preferably semicircular, arranged symmetrically. so that once closed they are intertwined with each other at their distal ends and joined at the other end to the casing (2) by an articulated connection point that rotates on an axis (41) such that, when moved with the mechanism unlocked, They allow the diameter of the fence they form to be expanded or reduced.
  • the housing is preferably divided into three parts in the example of Figures 1 to 10, two upper parts (2a, 2b) and a lower part (2c).
  • the articulated connection point that joins a first claw (40a) to the housing (2) is a first toothed pinion or gear (42a) that meshes with a second toothed pinion or gear (42b) of the second claw (40b) articulated with a locking pivot (30) centered between both pinions.
  • This pivot (30) is associated with the combination mechanism (3) with wheels with characters (39), preferably four, so that, when operating said mechanism (3) by turning the wheels (39), the rotation of the wheel (39) is prevented or not. both toothed pinions or gears (42).
  • the pivot (30) has a first spring (31) at the opposite end to that of interaction with the pinions or gear wheels (42) of the claws (40) and arranged in a housing (21) in the housing (2). Likewise, the pivot (30) has at the end close to the first spring (31) a lever (32) perpendicular to said pivot (30).
  • the combination mechanism (3) comprises the aforementioned number wheels (39), each associated with an impeller (37).
  • Said impellers (37) have a central hole (37a) for the pivot (30) to pass through, and another off-center hole (37b) for housing a first type of pushers (33b).
  • the pusher of the first type (33b) of the impeller (37) closest to the first spring (31) can be in contact with the lever (32) of the pivot (30).
  • the impeller (37) furthest from the first spring (31) is arranged in contact with a guide disc (36), said guide disc (36) is provided with two holes, a central hole (36a) for the passage of the pivot ( 30) and an off-center hole (36b) and always aligned with the lever (32).
  • Said off-center hole serves as housing and guide for a pusher of a second type (33a), which is longer than those of the first type (33b), the purpose of said length being the partial housing of a second spring (34).
  • the guide disc (36) is not rotatable, unlike the impellers (37) and serves to keep the impellers (37) compressed with the number wheels (39) by the action of the force of at least three third springs (35).
  • Said third springs (35) are partially housed at one end in the guide disc (36) while the other end rests on the casing (2), thus leaving said third springs (35) compressed between the casing (2) and the guide disc (36).
  • the pivot (30) is piloted through the lever (32), so that to release the claws (40) said lever (32) must be pushed towards the end of the pivot next to the first spring (31) by aligning it with the impellers (37) of the pushers of the first type (33b), this alignment is achieved by entering the combination or password of the mechanism (3) by turning the number wheels (39).
  • the force of the second spring (34) compressed between the pusher of the second type (33a) and the housing (2), overcomes the force of the first spring (31) causing the displacement of the pivot (30) when the first and second pushers (33a, 33b) push the lever (32).
  • the mechanism (3) also has an eccentric (38) to change the numerical combination or opening password of the mechanism (3) by rotating the numerical wheels (39).
  • the opening of the mechanism (3) is equivalent to allowing the locking and unlocking of the claws (40).
  • a key is used to access a housing (38b) in a cylindrical projection (38a) of the eccentric (38) that allows it to rotate.
  • the eccentric (38) is housed in a space (22) in the housings (2b, 2c). In said spaces (22) of the housings (2b, 2c) a housing (23) is incorporated for the cylindrical projections (38a) of the eccentric (38), which allows the eccentric (38) to be adjusted and guided between the housings ( 2b, 2c) for your turn.
  • the eccentric (38) can only rotate when the first and second pushers (33a, 33b) are aligned with each other, so that when the eccentric (38) rotates, the impellers (37) of the number wheels (39) are pushed and unlocked. ), thus allowing the rotation of said numerical wheels (39) with respect to the wheels (37) and the consequent change of the password.
  • the eccentric (38) Once the password has been changed, it is necessary to turn the eccentric (38) back to its original position with the use of the key, so that the guide disc (36) pushed by the springs (35) engage the impellers (37) of new to number wheels (39).
  • the password change can only be carried out in the unlocking position of the claws (40), that is, with the chosen password to be changed.
  • the claws (40) also have nails (43) oriented towards the inside the fence (4) that they define, with the purpose of sticking into the bag (5) or element to be constrained.
  • the claws (40a, 40b) determine an adjustable frame (CA) depending on their position, so that they can determine a very wide adjustable frame (CA) when both claws (40a, 40b) are They are completely separated in the open position (figure 10), or a very narrow or small adjustable frame when both claws (40a, 40b) are interlocked in the closed position.
  • CA adjustable frame
  • the closure comprises two adjustable frames (4) at each of the two ends of the padlock, formed by the described claws (40), the combination mechanism is common for both frames, as shown in Figures 7 and 8. .
  • the bag (5) at whose mouth the security closure (1) of the invention is incorporated is a security bag formed with an interior structure of flexible steel cable mesh (50). ) which, optionally, can incorporate an external covering (not shown) of fabric or other flexible material that hides said mesh (50).
  • Figure 12 shows a padlock that is the object of the invention, with a cable (6) associated with the opposite end of an adjustable frame (4) with the claws (40). Said claws surround the frame of a scooter (7) while the cable (6) surrounds a fixed external structure (8).
  • the container (5) of the invention formed in a known manner from a flexible body that defines a housing for storing and transporting objects and may or may not be provided with handles for carrying it (not shown in the figures), is distinguished in that Said body has an internal flexible mesh structure (50) made of steel or Kevlar, of sufficient strength so that it cannot be easily broken, not even with the use of scissors or other cutting tools.
  • Said body has an internal flexible mesh structure (50) made of steel or Kevlar, of sufficient strength so that it cannot be easily broken, not even with the use of scissors or other cutting tools.
  • Said shaped mesh (50) has at least: a first area that determines the housing of the container, and a second area, located in the opening (5a) of the container (5) and consisting of a grease of the mesh and that determines the mouth. (5a) itself of the container (5).
  • a third area is observed consisting of a narrowing of the mesh (50) of the container (5) and which determines a neck at the mouth of the container (5).
  • the container (5) comprises an internal coating and a external covering (53) of fabric or other flexible material that covers the mesh structure (50), preferably steel (50), preventing the mesh (50) from being seen and giving the container (5) the appearance of a bag, ordinary backpack or bag.
  • the container (5) preferably comprises a security closure (1) that prevents access to the interior of the bag (5) when it is placed and closed below the mouth (5a) of the bag (5).
  • the flexible mesh body (50) that makes up the container (5) has a bag configuration (5) and the security closure (1) consists of a device that, when surrounding the bag (5), determines the third area or neck of the embouchure (5a).
  • a chain (6) or similar filiform fastening can be tied to this security closure (1) with which some element, preferably fixed, and/or voluminous, such as a fixed umbrella, a hammock (71), a chair, can be surrounded. , a lamppost, a bench (72), a tree (73), etc., to secure the bag (5) to it. In this way, the bag (5) cannot be opened or transported, and it is difficult to damage it to access its interior, leaving the user's belongings safe from theft.
  • the safety closure (1) is a device that comprises, at least, one end provided with a system of claws (40), which open and close to embrace the container (5) thus determining the third area or neck. below the mouth of the bag (5) and strangle it, the claw system being preferably linked to a numerical combination mechanism (3), avoiding the use of keys that must be carried by the user.
  • Figure 16 shows the mesh (50) of a container (5) object of the invention with the safety closure (1) associated with the mesh itself (50) through the chain, cable or filiform fastening (6). .
  • Said cable (6) is attached to the mesh itself (50), preferably inside it.
  • the aforementioned cable (6) will be passed through the external structure and then the security closure (1) will be closed on the container (5) as shown. has mentioned previously.
  • the container (5) itself has the security closure (1) incorporated in a separable, or inseparable manner, said closure (1) being able to be stored inside the container (5) when said closure (1) is not closed. use.

Abstract

Adjustable padlock, security receptacle and system. The present invention relates to a locking device which can be securely adjusted on an object to prevent a padlock from being able to become separated from the object unless a specific combination of a combination mechanism incorporated in the padlock is used and releases the padlock without requiring the use of keys. Said object is preferably a security receptacle formed by a flexible mesh which preferably incorporates an internal covering and an external covering consisting of fabric or another flexible material making it look like a bag, backpack or sack. The mesh is preferably made of steel and is molded and treated to have the shape of the receptacle, i.e., a bag, sack or backpack. The combination of the adjustable padlock and receptacle forms a receptacle system with a security lock.

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DESCRIPCIÓN DESCRIPTION
CANDADO AJUSTABLE, RECIPIENTE DE SEGURIDAD Y SISTEMA ADJUSTABLE PADLOCK, SECURITY CONTAINER AND SYSTEM
OBJETO DE LA INVENCIÓN OBJECT OF THE INVENTION
La presente invención, candado ajustable, se refiere a un dispositivo de cierre que puede ser ajustado de manera segura sobre un elemento para evitar que el candado se pueda separar de dicho elemento salvo que se emplee una combinación que libere el candado sin precisar el uso de llaves. El candado es de especial aplicación a elementos en la forma de recipientes tipo bolsa o mochila, para impedir la apertura de estos por personas ajenas a los mismos y a su vez permite, a través de un medio de sujeción en la forma de cable, hilo o cadena, sujetar dicho recipiente a una estructura independiente o externa al elemento. Un ejemplo de recipiente, también objeto de la presente invención es uno por lo común de forma rectangular o cilindrica, para guardar objetos personales, que se puede llevar de la mano, al hombro o a la espalda y que está abierto por uno de sus lados, y permite guardar y transportar dichos objetos personales de forma segura, por ejemplo, cuando el propietario se aleja y no quiere transportarlos consigo en la playa, en una fiesta, o en cualquier otro sitio. El recipiente objeto de la invención está conformado por una malla flexible que, preferiblemente, incorpora un recubrimiento interno y un recubrimiento externo de tejido u otro material flexible, por ejemplo, tela, cuero, papel, etc., que le da el aspecto de una bolsa, mochila o saco, corrientes, por ejemplo, de bolsa de playa. La malla es preferiblemente de acero y está moldeada y tratada para tener la forma del recipiente, es decir, de bolsa, saco o mochila, Los recubrimientos interno y externo pueden ser del mismo o de diferente material, o de una combinación de materiales. Dicha malla dota al recipiente de la resistencia suficiente para que no pueda romperse fácilmente, especialmente con herramientas de corte. El candado también puede ser empleado para sujetarse a otros elementos, por ejemplo, una bicicleta, patinete o moto y unir los mismos a una estructura independiente o externa. The present invention, adjustable padlock, refers to a locking device that can be safely adjusted on an element to prevent the padlock from being separated from said element unless a combination is used that releases the padlock without requiring the use of keys. The padlock is especially applicable to elements in the form of bag or backpack type containers, to prevent the opening of these by people other than them and at the same time allows, through a fastening means in the form of cable, thread or chain, attach said container to an independent or external structure to the element. An example of a container, also the object of the present invention, is one that is usually rectangular or cylindrical in shape, for storing personal objects, which can be carried by hand, on the shoulder or on the back and which is open on one side. and allows you to store and transport said personal items safely, for example, when the owner is away and does not want to carry them with them on the beach, at a party, or anywhere else. The container object of the invention is made up of a flexible mesh that, preferably, incorporates an internal coating and an external coating of fabric or other flexible material, for example, fabric, leather, paper, etc., which gives it the appearance of a bag, backpack or sack, common, for example, a beach bag. The mesh is preferably made of steel and is molded and treated to have the shape of the container, that is, a bag, sack or backpack. The internal and external coatings can be of the same or different material, or a combination of materials. This mesh provides the container with sufficient strength so that it cannot be easily broken, especially with cutting tools. The lock can also be used to attach to other elements, for example, a bicycle, scooter or motorcycle and attach them to an independent or external structure.
El candado comprende un cuerpo hueco en forma de carcasa que aloja un mecanismo de combinación que bloquea y desbloquea o libera la movilidad de, al menos, dos garras que determinan un cerco ajustable apto para cerrarse sobre un elemento. Por ejemplo, en el caso del recipiente puede constreñir la embocadura del mismo, y en el caso de un patinete puede constreñir y cerrarse sobre el tubo del cuadro del mismo. El candado también presenta, preferiblemente, un medio de sujeción para poder sujetar el mismo, y por consiguiente el elemento sobre el que se cierra, a alguna estructura externa o independiente, ya sea fija o móvil, con la ayuda de un cable, cadena, hilo o similar. Como se ha mencionado, el candado, es de preferible aplicación para cerrar un recipiente, tipo bolsa o mochila, para guardar objetos personales de forma segura y a su vez sujetar el recipiente a una estructura fija o móvil, cuando, por ejemplo, el usuario del recipiente no quiere transportar el mismo ni los objetos personales consigo, por ejemplo, al dar un paseo por una playa o similar. Asimismo, no se descarta que el candado pueda ser utilizado para cerrarse sobre cualquier otro elemento que se desee asegurar. The padlock comprises a hollow body in the form of a casing that houses a combination mechanism that locks and unlocks or releases the mobility of at least two claws that determine an adjustable frame capable of closing on an element. For example, in the case of a container it can constrict the mouth of the container, and in the case of a scooter it can constrict and close on the tube of the scooter's frame. The padlock also preferably has a fastening means to be able to fasten it, and consequently the element on which it closes, to some external or independent structure, whether fixed or mobile, with the help of a cable, chain, thread or similar. As mentioned, the padlock is preferably applied to close a container, such as a bag or backpack, to store personal items safely and at the same time attach the container to a fixed or mobile structure, when, for example, the user of the container does not want to carry it or personal items with it, for example, when taking a walk on a beach or similar. Likewise, it is not ruled out that the padlock can be used to close on any other element that you wish to secure.
El recipiente preferiblemente está provisto, de manera accesoria y conformando un sistema de segundad, de un cierre o dispositivo de cierre de segundad, por el ejemplo el candado ajustable objeto de la invención, que impide el acceso a su interior, y como se ha mencionado, a su vez permite sujetar, o atar, el recipiente a algún elemento o estructura, preferiblemente fija, mediante una cadena, cable o medio similar. De esta manera, el usuario puede guardar sus pertenencias en el interior del recipiente, cerrar el mismo con un cierre o dispositivo de cierre y asegurarlo a una estructura, para posteriormente alejarse de la misma durante un tiempo y desentenderse de posibles robos o hurtos. The container is preferably provided, in an accessory manner and forming a security system, with a closure or security closure device, for example the adjustable padlock object of the invention, which prevents access to its interior, and as mentioned , in turn allows the container to be attached or tied to some element or structure, preferably fixed, by means of a chain, cable or similar means. In this way, the user can store their belongings inside the container, close it with a closure or closing device and secure it to a structure, to later move away from it for a time and ignore possible theft or theft.
El campo de aplicación de la presente invención se enmarca dentro del sector de la industria dedicada a la fabricación de candado, cierres y mecanismos de seguridad. Asimismo, la presente invención se enmarca dentro del sector de la industria dedicada a la fabricación de bolsas y maletas, abarcando al mismo tiempo el ámbito de los sistemas de seguridad para almacenar objetos. The field of application of the present invention falls within the industry sector dedicated to the manufacture of padlocks, closures and security mechanisms. Likewise, the present invention falls within the sector of the industry dedicated to the manufacture of bags and suitcases, at the same time covering the field of security systems for storing objects.
ANTECEDENTES DE LA INVENCIÓN BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Son conocidos en el mercado múltiples tipos de cierres y candados de seguridad para impedir la apertura de todo tipo de elementos, entre los cuales son asimismo ampliamente divulgados los que, en lugar de funcionar con una llave para conseguir la apertura y cierre del mismo, incluyen un mecanismo de combinación conformado por una serie de rodetes numerados que, colocados de determinada posición, liberan un pivote o elemento de bloqueo similar que permite la apertura del cierre. Multiple types of security closures and padlocks are known on the market to prevent the opening of all types of elements, among which those that, instead of operating with a key to open and close them, include a combination mechanism made up of a series of numbered rollers that, placed in a certain position, release a pivot or similar locking element that allows the closure to open.
El objetivo del candado de la presenta invención es otro, concretamente el de desarrollar un cierre que permite ajustarse y cerrarse de forma segura directamente sobre un elemento o cuerpo, preferiblemente, la embocadura de un recipiente flexible similar, sin que esta deba contar de manera forzosa con una cremallera, solapa u otros elementos de cierre que, a su vez, se tengan que asegurar para impedir su apertura por parte de terceros. Asimismo, el candado puede ser empleado para los usos anteriormente citados. The objective of the padlock of the present invention is another, specifically that of developing a closure that allows it to be adjusted and closed safely directly on an element or body, preferably, the mouth of a similar flexible container, without this necessarily having to be included. with a zipper, flap or other closing elements that, in turn, must be secured to prevent their opening by third parties. Likewise, the padlock can be used for the aforementioned uses.
Este mecanismo también permite unir los dos extremos (garras y cable), dándole así un uso de protección estándar. This mechanism also allows the two ends (claws and cable) to be joined, thus giving it a standard protection use.
Además, es ampliamente conocida la problemática que existe a la hora de ir a la playa o a otros lugares donde se suelen dejar las pertenencias sin vigilancia, por ejemplo, al ir a dar un paseo o a bañarse, ya que se corre el riesgo de que dichas pertenencias sean objeto de hurto, provocando el consiguiente perjuicio al propietario, especialmente cuando se trata de llaves, cartera, documentos, teléfono móvil u otras pertenecías personales similares. Furthermore, the problem that exists when going to the beach or other places where belongings are usually left unattended is widely known, for example, when going for a walk or bathing, since there is a risk that said belongings are subject to theft, causing consequent damage to the owner, especially when it comes to keys, wallet, documents, mobile phone or other similar personal belongings.
Para evitarlo, actualmente los usuarios optan por diferentes soluciones para evitar el robo de dichas pertenencias personales, por ejemplo, esconderlas, dejarlas al cuidado de alguien, usar cajas de segundad o taquillas de pago, entre otros. Sin embargo, ninguna de ellas proporciona una solución satisfactoria ya que, o no son seguras, o consisten en elementos rígidos, pesados y voluminosos, o suponen un gasto económico. To avoid this, users currently choose different solutions to avoid the theft of said personal belongings, for example, hiding them, leaving them in someone's care, using security boxes or payment lockers, among others. However, none of them provide a satisfactory solution since either they are not safe, or they consist of rigid, heavy and bulky elements, or they involve financial expense.
Lo deseable sería poder dejar las pertenencias en el propio recipiente en el que se transportan, siendo el objetivo de la presente invención un recipiente de segundad, en la forma de bolsa, mochila o saco, que permita mantener las pertenencias seguras frente a posibles hurtos, simplemente sujetándola con una cadena, cable o similar a algún elemento o estructura, y que preferiblemente además sea fija, por ejemplo, un árbol o un banco, aunque también puede ser móvil, como por ejemplo, una hamaca o silla. The desirable thing would be to be able to leave the belongings in the container in which they are transported, the objective of the present invention being a security container, in the form of a bag, backpack or sack, that allows the belongings to be kept safe against possible theft. simply attaching it with a chain, cable or similar to some element or structure, and preferably also fixed, for example, a tree or a bench, although it can also be mobile, such as a hammock or chair.
EXPLICACIÓN DE LA INVENCIÓN EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION
La presente invención se refiere a un candado o cierre de seguridad conforme a la reivindicación 1. The present invention relates to a padlock or security closure according to claim 1.
El candado comprende un cuerpo hueco en forma de carcasa que aloja un mecanismo de combinación que bloquea o desbloquea la movilidad de, al menos, un cerco ajustable formado por dos garras dispuestas simétricamente y unidas cada una por un primer extremo a la carcasa, permitiendo ampliar o reducir el diámetro del cerco para poder cerrarlo sobre un elemento, siendo el segundo extremo distal de cada garra libre y separado de la carcasa. Asimismo, preferiblemente, las dos garras están unidas a la carcasa por un punto de unión articulado que gira en un eje tal que, al moverlas con el mecanismo desbloqueado, permiten ampliar o reducir el diámetro del cerco que forman, pudiendo quedar bloqueada la apertura en todo su desarrollo si no está en posición de desbloqueo. Esto significa que cuando el mecanismo está en modo de bloqueo, las garras solo permiten reducir el cerco, impidiendo el giro de las garras en el sentido de ampliar dicho cerco. El mecanismo de combinación comprende rodetes con caracteres, preferiblemente números, que colocados en una determinada posición determinan una contraseña o clave, permitiendo el movimiento de las garras. The padlock comprises a hollow body in the form of a casing that houses a combination mechanism that blocks or unlocks the mobility of at least one adjustable frame formed by two claws arranged symmetrically and each joined at a first end to the casing, allowing it to be expanded. or reduce the diameter of the frame to be able to close it on an element, the second distal end of each claw being free and separated from the casing. Likewise, preferably, the two claws are joined to the casing by an articulated connection point that rotates on an axis such that, when moved with the mechanism unlocked, they allow the diameter of the frame they form to be expanded or reduced, the opening being able to be blocked in its entire development if it is not in the unlocking position. This means that when the mechanism is in locking mode, the claws only allow the fence to be reduced, preventing the claws from rotating in the direction of expanding said fence. The combination mechanism comprises wheels with characters, preferably numbers, which, when placed in a certain position, determine a password or key, allowing the movement of the claws.
Dicho punto de unión articulado que une cada garra a la carcasa es un piñón dentado que engrana con el piñón de la otra garra existiendo centrado entre ambos piñones un pivote de bloqueo perteneciente al mecanismo de combinación. Los extremos distales de las garras quedan entrelazados entre sí cuando el cerco queda ajustado, es decir, cerrado. Said articulated connection point that joins each claw to the housing is a toothed pinion that meshes with the pinion of the other claw, with a locking pivot belonging to the combination mechanism existing centered between both pinions. The distal ends of the claws are interlocked with each other when the frame is adjusted, that is, closed.
Las garras preferiblemente presentan unas uñas orientadas hacia el interior del cerco que definen para permitir fijarse mejor, al clavarse, al elemento sobre el que se cierran dichas garras. Dichas uñas se dispondrán preferiblemente en aquellos candados que vayan a ser empleados para el cierre de bolsas o recipientes. Asimismo, preferiblemente dichas garras son semicirculares, pudiendo tener otras formas, por ejemplo, elípticas, siempre que al cerrarse permitan atrapar y asegurar la sujeción del elemento sobre el que se cierran. The claws preferably have nails oriented towards the interior of the frame that they define to allow better fixation, when nailed, to the element on which said claws close. These nails will preferably be placed on those padlocks that are going to be used to close bags or containers. Likewise, preferably said claws are semicircular, and may have other shapes, for example, elliptical, provided that when closed they allow the trapping and securing of the element on which they close.
Asimismo, el mecanismo de combinación del candado comprende un pivote, una palanca en un extremo de dicho pivote, un primer resorte en dicho extremo, las ruedas con caracteres asociadas a unos rodetes que son atravesados por el pivote, un primer tipo de empujadores alojados en unos orificios de los rodetes y un segundo resorte en contacto con un segundo tipo de empujador, de manera que en función de la posición de las ruedas con caracteres se permite el movimiento de las garras en el sentido de cierre o en el sentido de cierre y abertura. Likewise, the combination mechanism of the padlock comprises a pivot, a lever at one end of said pivot, a first spring at said end, wheels with characters associated with wheels that are crossed by the pivot, a first type of pushers housed in some holes in the impellers and a second spring in contact with a second type of pusher, so that depending on the position of the wheels with characters, the movement of the claws is allowed in the closing direction or in the closing direction and opening.
Así, cuando las ruedas con caracteres se colocan en una posición predeterminada, los rodetes giran provocando la alineación de los empujadores entre la palanca y el segundo resorte, para que la fuerza de dicho segundo resorte desplace los empujadores que a su vez empujan la palanca y por lo tanto el pivote, venciendo la fuerza ejercida por el primer resorte y permitiendo así, la abertura de las garras. Thus, when the wheels with characters are placed in a predetermined position, the impellers rotate causing the alignment of the pushers between the lever and the second spring, so that the force of said second spring moves the pushers which in turn push the lever and therefore the pivot, overcoming the force exerted by the first spring and thus allowing the opening of the claws.
El mecanismo de combinación comprende también, para que el usuario determine la contraseña o clave desplazando las ruedas con caracteres, una excéntrica asociada a los rodetes y a un disco guía, comprimido por unos resortes entre el disco guía y la carcasa, de manera que el giro de la excéntrica empuja los rodetes y el disco guía, comprimiendo este los resortes y liberando las ruedas con caracteres con el desplazamiento de los rodetes. Tras el movimiento anterior se puede girar dichas ruedas con caracteres para cambiar la contraseña del candado mientras los rodetes quedan firmes en una posición gracias al desplazamiento interno de los empujadores. Para finalizar, se vuelve a girar la excéntrica a su posición inicial, y con la fuerza de los resortes se empuja el disco guía y los rodetes. La carcasa comprende un orificio para acceder a un alojamiento en la excéntrica mediante una llave. The combination mechanism also includes, so that the user can determine the password or key by moving the wheels with characters, an eccentric associated with the impellers and a guide disc, compressed by springs between the guide disc and the casing, so that the rotation of the eccentric pushes the impellers and the guide disc, compressing the springs and releasing the wheels with characters with the displacement of the impellers. After the previous movement, these wheels with characters can be turned to change the password of the padlock while the wheels remain firm in one position thanks to the internal displacement of the pushers. Finally, the eccentric is rotated back to its initial position, and with the force of the springs the guide disc and the impellers are pushed. The housing includes a hole to access a housing in the eccentric using a key.
Como se ha mencionado, dicho candado o cierre de seguridad está diseñado, principalmente, para impedir la apertura de un recipiente, bolsa, mochila o similar, al incorporar el mecanismo de combinación que no precisa del uso de llaves, y al menos las dos garras ajustables que conforman dicho cerco apto para constreñir la embocadura del recipiente o cerrarse sobre cualquier elemento. El candado comprende también, preferiblemente, un medio de sujeción para poder atar el candado, y así también el elemento al que este está unido, a alguna estructura fija o móvil, por ejemplo, una sombrilla fija, una hamaca, un árbol, una farola u otra estructura. As mentioned, said padlock or security closure is designed, mainly, to prevent the opening of a container, bag, backpack or similar, by incorporating the combination mechanism that does not require the use of keys, and at least the two adjustable claws that make up said fence suitable for constricting the mouth of the container or closing it. about any element. The padlock also preferably comprises a fastening means to be able to tie the padlock, and thus also the element to which it is attached, to some fixed or mobile structure, for example, a fixed umbrella, a hammock, a tree, a street lamp. or other structure.
En concreto, el cuerpo de la carcasa es preferiblemente alargado y presenta las al menos dos garras ajustables en uno de sus dos extremos. En el extremo opuesto, el cuerpo puedo incorporar el medio de sujeción para poder atar el cierre a alguna estructura fija, por ejemplo, mediante una cadena, cable o elemento filiforme similar, o puede incorporar también otras dos garras. Este segundo conjunto de garras ajustables está también asociado al mecanismo de combinación, sirviendo uno para el cierre de la embocadura de la bolsa y el otro como medio de sujeción para poder atar el conjunto a una estructura fija. Esta construcción puede servir incluso como grilletes o esposas evitando así el uso de las llaves Por otro lado, esta construcción también podría incorporar un medio de sujeción, como el descrito anteriormente, en otro punto del cuerpo de la carcasa. Specifically, the body of the housing is preferably elongated and has at least two adjustable claws at one of its two ends. At the opposite end, the body can incorporate the fastening means to be able to tie the closure to some fixed structure, for example, by means of a chain, cable or similar filiform element, or it can also incorporate two other claws. This second set of adjustable claws is also associated with the combination mechanism, one serving to close the mouth of the bag and the other as a fastening means to be able to tie the assembly to a fixed structure. This construction can even serve as shackles or handcuffs, thus avoiding the use of keys. On the other hand, this construction could also incorporate a fastening means, such as the one described above, at another point on the body of the casing.
Como se ha mencionado, preferiblemente las al menos dos garras que conforman un cerco ajustable del candado o cierre de seguridad son semicirculares y se encuentran, una vez cerradas, entrelazadas entre sí por sus extremos distales y unidas en el otro extremo de manera pivotante respecto de la carcasa por un eje móvil unido a la carcasa. Así, al moverlas cuando el mecanismo de combinación se encuentra desbloqueado, dicho movimiento de las garras permite ampliar o reducir el diámetro del cerco que forman para poder ajustarse y cerrarse sobre el elemento al que se van a unir. Cada una de las garras pivota respecto del cuerpo de la carcasa al estar unidas al mismo mediante un eje giro que es un piñón dentado o engranaje que engrana con el piñón de la otra garra, de manera que preferiblemente se dispone centrado entre ambos el pivote de bloqueo asociado al mecanismo de combinación para enclavarse en los piñones dentados e impedir el movimiento de las garras, o por el contrario liberarlo. As mentioned, preferably the at least two claws that make up an adjustable frame of the padlock or security closure are semicircular and are, once closed, interlocked with each other at their distal ends and joined at the other end in a pivotal manner with respect to each other. the casing by a moving shaft attached to the casing. Thus, by moving them when the combination mechanism is unlocked, said movement of the claws allows the diameter of the fence they form to be expanded or reduced in order to adjust and close on the element to which they are going to be attached. Each of the claws pivots with respect to the body of the housing as they are joined to it by a rotating axis that is a toothed pinion or gear that meshes with the pinion of the other claw, so that preferably the pivot of lock associated with the combination mechanism to engage in the toothed pinions and prevent the movement of the claws, or on the contrary release it.
El candado, es de preferible aplicación para su utilización en un recipiente, tipo bolsa o mochila, que está conformado con una estructura de malla de acero que, preferiblemente, incorpora un recubrimiento interno y externo de tejido u otro material flexible que le da el aspecto de una bolsa corriente, por ejemplo, de bolsa de playa. Este recipiente presenta la resistencia suficiente para que no pueda romperse fácilmente ni siquiera con herramientas, permitiendo al usuario asegurar sus pertenencias frente a eventuales hurtos una vez cerrado con el candado y sujeto a alguna estructura ya sea directamente con dicho candado, en su opción en que cuenta con dos cercos ajustables, o bien mediante una cadena, cable o similar que, a su vez, también se atará con dicho candado. The padlock is preferably applied for use in a container, such as a bag or backpack, which is made up of a steel mesh structure that, preferably, incorporates an internal and external covering of fabric or other flexible material that gives it the appearance from a regular bag, for example, a beach bag. This container is strong enough that it cannot be easily broken even with tools, allowing the user to secure their belongings against possible theft once closed with the padlock and attached to some structure either directly with said padlock, in its option in which it has two adjustable frames, or by means of a chain, cable or similar that, In turn, it will also be tied with said padlock.
Así, un segundo objeto de la invención es un recipiente de segundad, conforme a la reivindicación 13. En concreto, el recipiente de seguridad comprende una malla flexible, preferiblemente de cable de acero o hilo resistente, conformada con la forma del recipiente, bolsa, mochila o saco, presentando dicho recipiente, al menos dos zonas definidas: una primera zona que determina el alojamiento del recipiente, y una segunda zona, situada en la abertura del recipiente, consistente en un engrasamiento de la malla y que determina la embocadura propiamente dicha del recipiente, disponiendo dicha malla además un recubrimiento interno que define el interior del alojamiento y un recubrimiento externo que define el exterior y apariencia del recipiente. Thus, a second object of the invention is a safety container, according to claim 13. Specifically, the safety container comprises a flexible mesh, preferably made of steel cable or resistant thread, shaped with the shape of the container, bag, backpack or bag, said container presenting at least two defined areas: a first area that determines the housing of the container, and a second area, located in the opening of the container, consisting of a grease of the mesh and that determines the mouth itself. of the container, said mesh also having an internal coating that defines the interior of the housing and an external coating that defines the exterior and appearance of the container.
Preferiblemente la primera zona y la segunda zona se encuentran en lados opuestos del recipiente, más preferiblemente la primera zona en el extremo inferior del recipiente y la segunda zona en el extremo superior del mismo. Preferably the first zone and the second zone are located on opposite sides of the container, more preferably the first zone at the lower end of the container and the second zone at the upper end thereof.
El cierre del recipiente se realiza por debajo de la embocadura, es decir, por debajo del engrasamiento de la malla, determinando una tercera zona, cuando el recipiente se encuentra cerrado que consiste en un estrechamiento de la malla del alojamiento y determina un cuello en la embocadura de dicho recipiente, de manera que dicho estrechamiento se dispone entre la primera zona de alojamiento del recipiente y la tercera zona o engrasamiento de la malla. The closure of the container is carried out below the mouth, that is, below the fattening of the mesh, determining a third zone, when the container is closed, which consists of a narrowing of the housing mesh and determines a neck in the mouth of said container, so that said narrowing is arranged between the first housing area of the container and the third area or fattening of the mesh.
El recipiente objeto de la invención, está ideado con la finalidad de poder guardar objetos personales de forma segura, por ejemplo, cuando el propietario se aleja y no quiere transportarlos consigo en la playa u en otro sitio en los que podrían ser susceptibles de hurto. Dicho recipiente, en la forma de bolsa, mochila o saco, comprende una estructura de malla flexible formada por cables, alambres o hilos de un material resistente, preferiblemente acero o kevlar, estando dichos cables, alambres o hilos entrelazados o configurados para determinar la malla. El material de dicha malla dota de resistencia suficiente al recipiente como para que no pueda romperse fácilmente, ni siquiera con el uso de tijeras u otras herramientas de corte. Dicha resistencia será determinada por el material de la misma, de manera que en el caso de una malla de acero será el tipo de acero empleado el que determine la resistencia del recipiente. Como se ha mencionado, la estructura de malla flexible de acero determina un alojamiento interior al que se accede, a través de la embocadura o abertura, para introducir o extraer los objetos personales tales como, identificación, tarjetas, móvil, llaves, libros entre otros. La malla flexible puede presentar forma de bolsa, saco, mochila o similar. The container that is the object of the invention is designed to be able to store personal objects safely, for example, when the owner is away and does not want to transport them with him to the beach or other place where they could be susceptible to theft. Said container, in the form of a bag, backpack or sack, comprises a flexible mesh structure formed by cables, wires or threads of a resistant material, preferably steel or Kevlar, said cables, wires or threads being intertwined or configured to determine the mesh. . The material of said mesh provides sufficient resistance to the container so that it cannot be easily broken, even with the use of scissors or other cutting tools. This resistance will be determined by its material, so that in the case of a steel mesh, the type of steel used will determine the resistance of the container. As mentioned, the flexible steel mesh structure determines an interior housing that is accessed, through the mouth or opening, to introduce or extract personal objects such as identification, cards, mobile phone, keys, books, among others. . The flexible mesh can be in the form of a bag, sack, backpack or similar.
Mediante el estrechamiento de la embocadura que define la tercera zona o cuello de la malla cuando el recipiente está cerrado, se puede asegurar el cierre completo del recipiente mediante un cierre de segundad adicional, que conforma dicho cuello al rodear el recipiente por debajo del engrasamiento de la malla del recipiente, de manera que una vez que rodea dicho cuello, no se puede extraer debido al citado engrasamiento o segunda zona de la malla. Dicho engrasamiento o segunda zona, al presentar un diámetro mayor que el estrechamiento del cuello o tercera zona impide que el cierre de segundad adicional se pueda extraer bien por la parte superior o inferior del recipiente. El movimiento del cierre de seguridad queda limitado por el engrasamiento o segunda zona del recipiente y por la primera zona o alojamiento del recipiente. By narrowing the mouth that defines the third zone or neck of the mesh when the container is closed, the complete closure of the container can be ensured by an additional safety closure, which forms said neck by surrounding the container below the greasing of the mesh of the container, so that once it surrounds said neck, it cannot be extracted due to the aforementioned greasing or second area of the mesh. Said lubrication or second zone, having a diameter greater than the narrowing of the neck or third zone, prevents the additional security closure from being extracted from either the top or bottom of the container. The movement of the safety closure is limited by the greasing or second area of the container and by the first area or housing of the container.
Así, el recipiente preferiblemente se combina con un cierre de seguridad, asociado a su vez a una cadena o similar para su sujeción a algún elemento o estructura, preferiblemente fijo, de manera que permite al usuario mantener sus pertenencias seguras frente a eventuales hurtos cuando se ausenta. Thus, the container is preferably combined with a security closure, associated in turn with a chain or similar for attachment to some element or structure, preferably fixed, so that it allows the user to keep their belongings safe from possible theft when absent
El recipiente de la invención presenta un recubrimiento interno y externo de tejido u otro material flexible que cubre la estructura de malla de acero y le da al recipiente el aspecto de una bolsa, mochila o saco corriente, por ejemplo, de bolsa de playa. El material de recubrimiento, interno y externo puede ser el mismo o diferente, pudiendo incluso emplearse más de un material para cualquiera de los dos recubrimientos. El material de recubrimiento puede ser cuero, un tejido, un tipo de plástico o papel, entre otros. The container of the invention has an internal and external covering of fabric or other flexible material that covers the steel mesh structure and gives the container the appearance of an ordinary bag, backpack or sack, for example, a beach bag. The internal and external coating material may be the same or different, and more than one material may even be used for either of the two coatings. The covering material can be leather, a fabric, a type of plastic or paper, among others.
En cualquier caso, en una forma de realización preferida, el cuerpo flexible que conforma la bolsa tiene una configuración de saco tal que la embocadura se puede cerrar con el dispositivo de cierre de seguridad que conforma una zona de estrechamiento de dicha embocadura y al que, a su vez, se puede atar la cadena o una sujeción filiforme similar con la que se rodea algún elemento o estructura fijo o más voluminoso, como por ejemplo una sombrilla fija en la playa, una hamaca, una silla, una farola, un árbol, etc., para asegurar el recipiente al mismo. In any case, in a preferred embodiment, the flexible body that makes up the bag has a bag configuration such that the mouth can be closed with the safety closure device that forms a narrowing area of said mouth and to which, In turn, you can tie the chain or a similar filiform fastening with which you surround some fixed or more voluminous element or structure, such as a fixed umbrella on the beach, a hammock, a chair, a street lamp, a tree, etc., to secure the container to it.
En relación con el dispositivo de cierre, cualquiera puede ser empleado, pero es preferible emplear uno que carezca de medios de cierre adicionales, tales como una llave, para evitar que el usuario tenga que llevar dicha llave, siendo preferibles los dispositivos de cierre con contraseña. In relation to the locking device, any can be used, but it is preferable to use one that lacks additional locking means, such as a key, to avoid the user having to carry said key, with locking devices being preferable. lock with password.
Preferiblemente, el dispositivo de cierre de segundad comprende un sistema que se ajusta y se cierra sobre el recipiente determinando el cuello del mismo, por ejemplo, un sistema de garras como el primer objeto de la presente invención, con al menos dos garras que pivotan respecto a un mismo extremo y se cruzan por el extremo opuesto rodeando la segunda zona por debajo de la embocadura del recipiente y atrapando la misma entre el extremo respecto del que pivotan las garras y el cruce de ambas garras, formando un cerco que estrangula y crea el estrechamiento de dicho recipiente. Como se ha mencionado, el sistema de garras pivotantes está preferiblemente vinculado a un mecanismo de combinación numérica para evitar la necesidad de usar una llave que el usuario debería llevar encima. Alternativamente, se podrían sustituir las dos garras por un cable de acero, que permita la misma dinámica que el dispositivo anterior, es decir, que permita ajustarse y cerrarse en todo su desarrollo. Preferably, the safety closure device comprises a system that adjusts and closes on the container determining the neck thereof, for example, a claw system as the first object of the present invention, with at least two claws that pivot with respect to the container. at the same end and cross at the opposite end, surrounding the second area below the mouth of the container and trapping it between the end with respect to which the claws pivot and the intersection of both claws, forming a fence that strangles and creates the narrowing of said container. As mentioned, the pivoting claw system is preferably linked to a numerical combination mechanism to avoid the need to use a key that the user would have to carry. Alternatively, the two claws could be replaced with a steel cable, which allows the same dynamics as the previous device, that is, allowing it to be adjusted and closed throughout its entire development.
Un tercer objeto de la invención en un sistema formado por un dispositivo o candado ajustable, conforme al primer objeto de la invención, y un recipiente de seguridad conforme al segundo objeto de la invención. A third object of the invention is a system formed by an adjustable device or padlock, according to the first object of the invention, and a security container according to the second object of the invention.
DESCRIPCIÓN DE LOS DIBUJOS DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Para completar la descripción de la invención y para facilitar la comprensión de las características de la invención, se incluye en la presente memoria descriptiva, como parte integrante de la misma, unas figuras con carácter ilustrativo y no limitativo. To complete the description of the invention and to facilitate the understanding of the characteristics of the invention, some figures of illustrative and non-limiting nature are included in this descriptive report, as an integral part thereof.
La figura número 1 muestra una vista en perspectiva de un ejemplo de realización del candado ajustable objeto de la invención, concretamente un ejemplo con un único cerco ajustable conformado por garras entrelazadas, apreciándose su configuración general externa. Figure number 1 shows a perspective view of an example of an embodiment of the adjustable padlock that is the object of the invention, specifically an example with a single adjustable frame made up of interlocking claws, showing its general external configuration.
La figura número 2 muestra una vista en perspectiva del ejemplo del candado ajustable mostrado en la figura precedente, en este caso representado con la carcasa abierta, mostrado algunos de los elementos del mecanismo de combinación y de unión y giro de las garras. Figure number 2 shows a perspective view of the example of the adjustable padlock shown in the preceding figure, in this case represented with the casing open, showing some of the elements of the combination and joining and rotating mechanism of the claws.
La figura número 3 muestra un despiece del candado ajustable. Figure number 3 shows an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
La figura número 4 muestra un detalle de un despiece del candado ajustable. Figure number 4 shows a detail of an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
La figura número 5 muestra otro detalle de un despiece del candado ajustable. Figure number 5 shows another detail of an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
La figura número 6 muestra otro detalle de un despiece del candado ajustable. Figure number 6 shows another detail of an exploded view of the adjustable padlock.
Las figuras número 7 y 8 muestran sendas vistas en perspectiva de otro ejemplo del candado ajustable, según la invención, en concreto un ejemplo con dos cercos ajustables a cada extremo de la carcasa, apreciándose en la figura 7 su configuración general externa y en la figura 8 parte de su configuración y elementos internos. Figures number 7 and 8 show perspective views of another example of the adjustable padlock, according to the invention, specifically an example with two adjustable frames. each end of the casing, showing in figure 7 its general external configuration and in figure 8 part of its configuration and internal elements.
Las figuras 9 y 10 muestran el candado objeto de la invención con las garras cerradas y las garras abiertas respectivamente. Figures 9 and 10 show the padlock object of the invention with the claws closed and the claws open respectively.
La figura número 11 muestra una vista en perspectiva de un ejemplo de uso del candado ajustable con una bolsa de estructura de malla. Figure number 11 shows a perspective view of an example of use of the adjustable padlock with a mesh structure bag.
La figura número 12 muestra un ejemplo de un candado ajustable objeto de la invención aplicado a la sujeción de un patinete a través de las garras y de un cable, cadena o elemento filiforme dispuesto en el candado en el extremo opuesto al que presenta las garras. Figure number 12 shows an example of an adjustable padlock object of the invention applied to securing a scooter through the claws and a cable, chain or filiform element arranged in the padlock at the opposite end to that with the claws.
La figura número 13 muestra una vista en perspectiva de un ejemplo de realización de la bolsa de seguridad objeto de la invención, representada en posición cerrada y con el recubrimiento externo parcialmente seccionado, de modo que se aprecia la estructura interior de malla de acero. Figure number 13 shows a perspective view of an example of the security bag object of the invention, represented in a closed position and with the external coating partially sectioned, so that the internal steel mesh structure can be seen.
La figura número 14 muestra una vista en planta superior del ejemplo de la bolsa de seguridad de la invención mostrado en la figura 13. Figure number 14 shows a top plan view of the example of the security bag of the invention shown in figure 13.
La figura número 15 muestra una vista en sección de la bolsa, según el corte A-A señalado en la figura 14. Figure number 15 shows a section view of the bag, according to the section A-A indicated in figure 14.
La figura número 16 muestra una vista de un recipiente sin recubrimiento externo ni interno que incorpora un cierre de segundad asociado a la malla del propio recipiente. Figure number 16 shows a view of a container without external or internal coating that incorporates a security closure associated with the mesh of the container itself.
Las figuras números 17 a 19 muestran una representación de una bolsa objeto de la invención sujeta a diferentes elementos, en concreto, a dos hamacas, a un banco o a un árbol. Figures numbers 17 to 19 show a representation of a bag object of the invention attached to different elements, specifically, to two hammocks, a bench or a tree.
REALIZACIÓN PREFERENTE DE LA INVENCIÓN PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION
Tal como se aprecia en las figuras, el candado ajustable (1) de la invención comprende, esencialmente, un cuerpo hueco en forma de carcasa (2) que aloja un mecanismo de combinación (3) que bloquea o desbloquea la movilidad de, al menos, un cerco ajustable (4) permitiendo ampliar o reducir su diámetro para poder cerrarlo sobre un elemento tal como una bolsa, bicicleta o patinete, entre cualquier otro tipo de elemento u objeto. As can be seen in the figures, the adjustable padlock (1) of the invention essentially comprises a hollow body in the form of a casing (2) that houses a combination mechanism (3) that blocks or unlocks the mobility of at least , an adjustable frame (4) allowing its diameter to be expanded or reduced to be able to close it on an element such as a bag, bicycle or scooter, among any other type of element or object.
Preferiblemente, el cuerpo de la carcasa (2) es alargado y el cerco ajustable (4), situado en un extremo de la carcasa (2), por ejemplo, para cerrar una bolsa (5), y un medio de sujeción (6), como el que muestra el ejemplo de las figuras 1 y 2, para una cadena, cable o similar y poder atar el conjunto de la bolsa (5) con el candado (1) a alguna estructura. Preferably, the body of the housing (2) is elongated and the adjustable frame (4), located at one end of the housing (2), for example, to close a bag (5), and a fastening means (6) , like the one shown in the example of figures 1 and 2, for a chain, cable or similar and to be able to tie the bag assembly (5) with the padlock (1) to some structure.
Opcionalmente, el cuerpo de la carcasa (2) comprende dos cercos ajustables (4) vinculados al mecanismo de combinación (3), uno en cada extremo de la misma, como muestra el ejemplo de las figuras 7 y 8, tal que uno se puede usar para cerrar la embocadura de una bolsa (5) y el otro como medio de sujeción para atar el conjunto a una estructura fija. Esta construcción puede ser empleada también como grilletes o esposas. Optionally, the housing body (2) comprises two adjustable frames (4) linked to the combination mechanism (3), one at each end thereof, as shows the example of figures 7 and 8, such that one can be used to close the mouth of a bag (5) and the other as a fastening means to tie the assembly to a fixed structure. This construction can also be used as shackles or handcuffs.
En cualquier caso, atendiendo a las figuras 1 a 10, en una forma de realización, el cerco ajustable (4) que comprende el candado, ya sea uno o dos, está formado por dos garras (40) articuladas, preferiblemente semicirculares, dispuestas simétricamente de modo que una vez cerradas quedan entrelazadas entre sí por sus extremos distales y unidas en el otro extremo a la carcasa (2) por un punto de unión articulado que gira en un eje (41) tal que, al moverlas con el mecanismo desbloqueado, permiten ampliar o reducir el diámetro del cerco que forman. La carcasa se divide preferiblemente en tres partes en el ejemplo de las figuras 1 a 10, dos partes superiores (2a, 2b) y una parte inferior (2c). In any case, taking into account figures 1 to 10, in one embodiment, the adjustable frame (4) that comprises the padlock, whether one or two, is formed by two articulated claws (40), preferably semicircular, arranged symmetrically. so that once closed they are intertwined with each other at their distal ends and joined at the other end to the casing (2) by an articulated connection point that rotates on an axis (41) such that, when moved with the mechanism unlocked, They allow the diameter of the fence they form to be expanded or reduced. The housing is preferably divided into three parts in the example of Figures 1 to 10, two upper parts (2a, 2b) and a lower part (2c).
Preferiblemente, el punto de unión articulado que une una primera garra (40a) a la carcasa (2) es un primer piñón dentado o engranaje (42a) que engrana con un segundo piñón dentado o engranaje (42b) de la segunda garra (40b) articulada existiendo centrado entre ambos piñones un pivote (30) de bloqueo. Este pivote (30) está asociado al mecanismo de combinación (3) con ruedas con caracteres (39), preferiblemente cuatro, de manera que, al accionar dicho mecanismo (3) girando las ruedas (39), se impide o no el giro de ambos piñones dentados o engranajes (42). Cada una de estas ruedas con caracteres (39), siendo preferiblemente números dichos caracteres, es decir, ruedas numéricas, dispone en su perímetro de unos números, letras, símbolos o combinación de ellos, por ejemplo, del 0 al 9, de manera que una secuencia concreta formada por un número, letra o símbolo de cada una de las ruedas (39) determina la combinación o contraseña de apertura del candado. El pivote (30) presenta un primer resorte (31) en el extremo opuesto al de interacción con los piñones o ruedas dentadas (42) de las garras (40) y dispuesto en un alojamiento (21) en la carcasa (2). Asimismo, el pivote (30) presenta en el extremo próximo al primer resorte (31) una palanca (32) perpendicular a dicho pivote (30). Preferably, the articulated connection point that joins a first claw (40a) to the housing (2) is a first toothed pinion or gear (42a) that meshes with a second toothed pinion or gear (42b) of the second claw (40b) articulated with a locking pivot (30) centered between both pinions. This pivot (30) is associated with the combination mechanism (3) with wheels with characters (39), preferably four, so that, when operating said mechanism (3) by turning the wheels (39), the rotation of the wheel (39) is prevented or not. both toothed pinions or gears (42). Each of these wheels with characters (39), preferably said characters being numbers, that is, numerical wheels, has on its perimeter some numbers, letters, symbols or combination of them, for example, from 0 to 9, so that A specific sequence formed by a number, letter or symbol on each of the wheels (39) determines the combination or password for opening the lock. The pivot (30) has a first spring (31) at the opposite end to that of interaction with the pinions or gear wheels (42) of the claws (40) and arranged in a housing (21) in the housing (2). Likewise, the pivot (30) has at the end close to the first spring (31) a lever (32) perpendicular to said pivot (30).
El mecanismo de combinación (3) comprende las citadas ruedas numéricas (39), asociada cada una de ellas con un rodete (37). Dichos rodetes (37) presentan un orificio central (37a) para que el pivote (30) atraviese los mismos, y otro orificio descentrado (37b) para el alojamiento de un primer tipo de empujadores (33b). El empujador del primer tipo (33b) del rodete (37) más próximo al primer resorte (31) puede estar en contacto con la palanca (32) del pivote (30). El rodete (37) más alejado del primer resorte (31), se dispone en contacto con un disco guía (36), dicho disco guía (36) esta provisto de dos orificios, un orificio central (36a) para el paso del pivote (30) y un orificio descentrado (36b) y siempre alineado con la palanca (32). Dicho orificio descentrado sirve de alojamiento y guía a un empujador de un segundo tipo (33a), que es más largo que los del primer tipo (33b), siendo la finalidad de dicha longitud el alojamiento parcial de un segundo resorte (34). El disco guía (36) no es giratorio, a diferencia de los rodetes (37) y sirve para mantener comprimidos los rodetes (37) con las ruedas numéricas (39) por la acción de la fuerza de al menos tres terceros resortes (35). Dichos terceros resortes (35) quedan parcialmente alojados por un extremo en el disco guía (36) mientras que el otro extremo se apoya sobre la carcasa (2), quedando así comprimidos dichos terceros resortes (35) entre la carcasa (2) y el disco guía (36). The combination mechanism (3) comprises the aforementioned number wheels (39), each associated with an impeller (37). Said impellers (37) have a central hole (37a) for the pivot (30) to pass through, and another off-center hole (37b) for housing a first type of pushers (33b). The pusher of the first type (33b) of the impeller (37) closest to the first spring (31) can be in contact with the lever (32) of the pivot (30). The impeller (37) furthest from the first spring (31) is arranged in contact with a guide disc (36), said guide disc (36) is provided with two holes, a central hole (36a) for the passage of the pivot ( 30) and an off-center hole (36b) and always aligned with the lever (32). Said off-center hole serves as housing and guide for a pusher of a second type (33a), which is longer than those of the first type (33b), the purpose of said length being the partial housing of a second spring (34). The guide disc (36) is not rotatable, unlike the impellers (37) and serves to keep the impellers (37) compressed with the number wheels (39) by the action of the force of at least three third springs (35). . Said third springs (35) are partially housed at one end in the guide disc (36) while the other end rests on the casing (2), thus leaving said third springs (35) compressed between the casing (2) and the guide disc (36).
El pivote (30) está pilotado a través de la palanca (32), de manera que para liberar las garras (40) se debe empujar dicha palanca (32) hacia el extremo del pivote próximo al primer resorte (31) mediante la alineación con los rodetes (37) de los empujadores del primer tipo (33b), esta alineación se logra introduciendo la combinación o contraseña del mecanismo (3) girando las ruedas numéricas (39). Tras dicha alineación de los empujadores del primer tipo (33b), la fuerza del segundo resorte (34), comprimido entre el empujador del segundo tipo (33a) y la carcasa (2), vence la fuerza del primer resorte (31) provocando el desplazamiento del pivote (30) al empujar los primeros y segundos empujadores (33a, 33b) la palanca (32). The pivot (30) is piloted through the lever (32), so that to release the claws (40) said lever (32) must be pushed towards the end of the pivot next to the first spring (31) by aligning it with the impellers (37) of the pushers of the first type (33b), this alignment is achieved by entering the combination or password of the mechanism (3) by turning the number wheels (39). After said alignment of the pushers of the first type (33b), the force of the second spring (34), compressed between the pusher of the second type (33a) and the housing (2), overcomes the force of the first spring (31) causing the displacement of the pivot (30) when the first and second pushers (33a, 33b) push the lever (32).
El mecanismo (3) presenta también una excéntrica (38) para cambiar la combinación numérica o contraseña de abertura del mecanismo (3) mediante el giro de las ruedas numéricas (39). La abertura del mecanismo (3) equivale a permitir el bloqueo y desbloqueo de las garras (40). A través de un orificio (24) en la carcasa (2C) se accede con una llave a un alojamiento (38b) en un saliente cilindrico (38a) de la excéntrica (38) que permite girar la misma. La excéntrica (38) se aloja en un espacio (22) en las carcasas (2b, 2c). En dichos espacios (22) de las carcasas (2b, 2c) se incorpora un alojamiento (23) para los salientes cilindricos (38a) de la excéntrica (38), lo que permite ajustar y guiar la excéntrica (38) entre las carcasas (2b, 2c) para su giro. La excéntrica (38) solo puede girar cuando los primeros y segundos empujadores (33a, 33b) se encuentran alineados entre sí, de manera que al girar la excéntrica (38) se empujan y desenclavan los rodetes (37) de las ruedas numéricas (39), permitiendo así el giro de dichas ruedas numéricas (39) respecto de los rodetes (37) y el consiguiente cambio de la contraseña. Una vez cambiada la contraseña, es necesario volver a girar la excéntrica (38) hasta su posición original con el uso de la llave, de manera que el disco guía (36) empujado por los resortes (35) enclavan los rodetes (37) de nuevo en las ruedas numéricas (39). El cambio de contraseña solo puede realizarse en la posición de desbloqueo de las garras (40), es decir, con la contraseña elegida que se va a cambiar. The mechanism (3) also has an eccentric (38) to change the numerical combination or opening password of the mechanism (3) by rotating the numerical wheels (39). The opening of the mechanism (3) is equivalent to allowing the locking and unlocking of the claws (40). Through a hole (24) in the housing (2C), a key is used to access a housing (38b) in a cylindrical projection (38a) of the eccentric (38) that allows it to rotate. The eccentric (38) is housed in a space (22) in the housings (2b, 2c). In said spaces (22) of the housings (2b, 2c) a housing (23) is incorporated for the cylindrical projections (38a) of the eccentric (38), which allows the eccentric (38) to be adjusted and guided between the housings ( 2b, 2c) for your turn. The eccentric (38) can only rotate when the first and second pushers (33a, 33b) are aligned with each other, so that when the eccentric (38) rotates, the impellers (37) of the number wheels (39) are pushed and unlocked. ), thus allowing the rotation of said numerical wheels (39) with respect to the wheels (37) and the consequent change of the password. Once the password has been changed, it is necessary to turn the eccentric (38) back to its original position with the use of the key, so that the guide disc (36) pushed by the springs (35) engage the impellers (37) of new to number wheels (39). The password change can only be carried out in the unlocking position of the claws (40), that is, with the chosen password to be changed.
Opcionalmente, las garras (40) presentan además unas uñas (43) orientadas hacia el interior del cerco (4) que definen, con la finalidad de clavarse en la bolsa (5) o elemento a constreñir. Como se ha mencionado, las garras (40a, 40b) determinan un cerco ajustable (CA) en función de la posición de las mismas, de manera que pueden determinar un cerco ajustable (CA) muy amplio cuando ambas garras (40a, 40b) se encuentran totalmente separadas en posición abierta (figura 10), o un cerco ajustable muy estrecho o pequeño cuando ambas garras (40a, 40b) se encuentran entrelazadas en posición cerrada. Optionally, the claws (40) also have nails (43) oriented towards the inside the fence (4) that they define, with the purpose of sticking into the bag (5) or element to be constrained. As mentioned, the claws (40a, 40b) determine an adjustable frame (CA) depending on their position, so that they can determine a very wide adjustable frame (CA) when both claws (40a, 40b) are They are completely separated in the open position (figure 10), or a very narrow or small adjustable frame when both claws (40a, 40b) are interlocked in the closed position.
Preferiblemente, cuando el cierre comprende dos cercos ajustables (4) en cada uno de los dos extremos del candado, conformados por las descritas garras (40), el mecanismo de combinación es común para ambos cercos, como se muestra en las figuras 7 y 8. Preferably, when the closure comprises two adjustable frames (4) at each of the two ends of the padlock, formed by the described claws (40), the combination mechanism is common for both frames, as shown in Figures 7 and 8. .
Atendiendo a la figura 11 se observa cómo, preferentemente, la bolsa (5) a cuya embocadura se incorpora el cierre de seguridad (1) de la invención es una bolsa de seguridad conformada con una estructura interior de malla de cable de acero flexible (50) que, opcionalmente, puede incorporar un recubrimiento externo (no representado) de tejido u otro material flexible que oculta dicha malla (50). Looking at Figure 11, it can be seen how, preferably, the bag (5) at whose mouth the security closure (1) of the invention is incorporated is a security bag formed with an interior structure of flexible steel cable mesh (50). ) which, optionally, can incorporate an external covering (not shown) of fabric or other flexible material that hides said mesh (50).
Por último, la figura 12 muestra un candado objeto de la invención, con un cable (6) asociado al extremo opuesto al de un cerco ajustable (4) con las garras (40). Dichas garras rodean el marco de un patinete (7) mientras que el cable (6) rodea a una estructura externa (8) fija. Finally, Figure 12 shows a padlock that is the object of the invention, with a cable (6) associated with the opposite end of an adjustable frame (4) with the claws (40). Said claws surround the frame of a scooter (7) while the cable (6) surrounds a fixed external structure (8).
Así, atendiendo a las figuras 13 a 18, a continuación, se describe una bolsa (5) como la mostrada en la figura 11 precedente. Así, el recipiente (5) de la invención, conformado de manera conocida a partir de un cuerpo flexible que define un alojamiento para guardar y transportar objetos pudiendo estar dotado o no de asas para llevarlo (no representadas en las figuras), se distingue porque dicho cuerpo cuenta interiormente con una estructura de malla flexible (50) de acero o Kevlar, de resistencia suficiente como para que no pueda romperse fácilmente, ni siquiera con el uso de tijeras u otras herramientas de corte. Thus, taking into account figures 13 to 18, a bag (5) like the one shown in the preceding figure 11 is described below. Thus, the container (5) of the invention, formed in a known manner from a flexible body that defines a housing for storing and transporting objects and may or may not be provided with handles for carrying it (not shown in the figures), is distinguished in that Said body has an internal flexible mesh structure (50) made of steel or Kevlar, of sufficient strength so that it cannot be easily broken, not even with the use of scissors or other cutting tools.
Dicha malla (50) conformada presenta al menos: una primera zona que determina el alojamiento del recipiente, y una segunda zona, situada en la abertura (5a) del recipiente (5) y consistente en un engrasamiento de la malla y que determina la embocadura (5a) propiamente dicha del recipiente (5). Said shaped mesh (50) has at least: a first area that determines the housing of the container, and a second area, located in the opening (5a) of the container (5) and consisting of a grease of the mesh and that determines the mouth. (5a) itself of the container (5).
En las figuras que muestran un recipiente (5) cerrado se observa además de las dos zonas anteriores una tercera zona consistente en un estrechamiento de la malla (50) del recipiente (5) y que determina un cuello en la embocadura del recipiente (5). In the figures that show a closed container (5), in addition to the two previous areas, a third area is observed consisting of a narrowing of the mesh (50) of the container (5) and which determines a neck at the mouth of the container (5). .
Además, preferiblemente, el recipiente (5) comprende un recubrimiento interno y un recubrimiento externo (53) de tejido u otro material flexible que cubre la estructura de malla (50), preferiblemente de acero (50), evitando que la malla (50) se vea y dando al recipiente (5) el aspecto de una bolsa, mochila o saco corrientes. Furthermore, preferably, the container (5) comprises an internal coating and a external covering (53) of fabric or other flexible material that covers the mesh structure (50), preferably steel (50), preventing the mesh (50) from being seen and giving the container (5) the appearance of a bag, ordinary backpack or bag.
Asimismo, el recipiente (5) comprende preferiblemente, un cierre de seguridad (1) que impide el acceso al interior de la bolsa (5) cuando está colocado y cerrado por debajo de la embocadura (5a) de la bolsa (5). Likewise, the container (5) preferably comprises a security closure (1) that prevents access to the interior of the bag (5) when it is placed and closed below the mouth (5a) of the bag (5).
En una forma de realización preferida, el cuerpo de malla flexible (50) conformante del recipiente (5) tiene una configuración de saco (5) y el cierre de segundad (1) consiste en un dispositivo que al rodear el saco (5) determina la tercera zona o cuello de la embocadura (5a). A este cierre de segundad (1) se le puede atar una cadena (6) o sujeción filiforme similar con que se puede rodear algún elemento, preferiblemente fijo, y/o voluminoso, como una sombrilla fija, una hamaca (71), una silla, una farola, un banco (72), un árbol (73), etc., para asegurar la bolsa (5) al mismo. De esta manera la bolsa (5) no podrá ser ni abierta, ni transportada, y difícilmente dañada para acceder a su interior, quedando las pertenecías del usuario a salvo de robos. In a preferred embodiment, the flexible mesh body (50) that makes up the container (5) has a bag configuration (5) and the security closure (1) consists of a device that, when surrounding the bag (5), determines the third area or neck of the embouchure (5a). A chain (6) or similar filiform fastening can be tied to this security closure (1) with which some element, preferably fixed, and/or voluminous, such as a fixed umbrella, a hammock (71), a chair, can be surrounded. , a lamppost, a bench (72), a tree (73), etc., to secure the bag (5) to it. In this way, the bag (5) cannot be opened or transported, and it is difficult to damage it to access its interior, leaving the user's belongings safe from theft.
Preferiblemente, el cierre de seguridad (1) es un dispositivo que comprende, al menos, un extremo provisto de un sistema de garras (40), que se abren y se cierran para abrazar el recipiente (5) determinando así la tercera zona o cuello por debajo de la embocadura de la bolsa (5) y estrangular esta, estando el sistema de garras preferiblemente vinculado a un mecanismo de combinación numérica (3), evitando el uso de llaves que deban ser transportadas por el usuario. Preferably, the safety closure (1) is a device that comprises, at least, one end provided with a system of claws (40), which open and close to embrace the container (5) thus determining the third area or neck. below the mouth of the bag (5) and strangle it, the claw system being preferably linked to a numerical combination mechanism (3), avoiding the use of keys that must be carried by the user.
En la figura 16 se observa la malla (50) de un recipiente (5) objeto de la invención con el cierre de seguridad (1) asociado a la propia malla (50) a través de la cadena, cable o sujeción filiforme (6). Dicho cable (6) se une a la propia malla (50), preferiblemente al interior de la misma. Así, para asegurar el recipiente (5) a una estructura externa, como las indicadas anteriormente, se pasará el citado cable (6) por la estructura externa y después se cerrará el cierre de segundad (1) sobre el recipiente (5) como se ha mencionado anteriormente. Mediante esta construcción, el propio recipiente (5) lleva incorporado de manera separable, o inseparable, el cierre de segundad (1), pudiendo guardar dicho cierre (1) en el interior del recipiente (5) cuando dicho cierre (1) no se utilice. Figure 16 shows the mesh (50) of a container (5) object of the invention with the safety closure (1) associated with the mesh itself (50) through the chain, cable or filiform fastening (6). . Said cable (6) is attached to the mesh itself (50), preferably inside it. Thus, to secure the container (5) to an external structure, such as those indicated above, the aforementioned cable (6) will be passed through the external structure and then the security closure (1) will be closed on the container (5) as shown. has mentioned previously. Through this construction, the container (5) itself has the security closure (1) incorporated in a separable, or inseparable manner, said closure (1) being able to be stored inside the container (5) when said closure (1) is not closed. use.
En cualquier caso, otros sistemas de cierre pueden ser empleados, tales como un cable con un candado. In any case, other locking systems can be used, such as a cable with a padlock.

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REIVINDICACIONES
1. Candado ajustable caracterizado por que comprende un cuerpo hueco en forma de carcasa (2) que aloja un mecanismo de combinación (3) que bloquea o desbloquea la movilidad de, al menos, un cerco ajustable (4) formado por dos garras (40) dispuestas simétricamente y unidas cada una por un primer extremo a la carcasa (2), y permitiendo ampliar o reducir el diámetro del cerco para poder cerrarlo sobre un elemento, siendo el segundo extremo de cada garra libre y separado de la carcasa. 1. Adjustable padlock characterized in that it comprises a hollow body in the form of a casing (2) that houses a combination mechanism (3) that blocks or unlocks the mobility of at least one adjustable frame (4) formed by two claws (40). ) arranged symmetrically and each joined by a first end to the casing (2), and allowing the diameter of the frame to be expanded or reduced in order to close it on an element, the second end of each claw being free and separated from the casing.
2. Candado, según reivindicación 1 , caracterizado por que el mecanismo de combinación comprende ruedas con caracteres (39), que colocadas en una determinada posición determinan una contraseña o clave, permitiendo el movimiento de las garras. 2. Padlock, according to claim 1, characterized in that the combination mechanism comprises wheels with characters (39), which when placed in a certain position determine a password or key, allowing the movement of the claws.
3. Candado ajustable, según reivindicación 1 , caracterizado las dos garras (40) están unidas a la carcasa (2) por un punto de unión articulado que gira en un eje (41) tal que, al moverlas con el mecanismo desbloqueado, permiten ampliar o reducir el diámetro del cerco que forman. 3. Adjustable padlock, according to claim 1, characterized in that the two claws (40) are joined to the housing (2) by an articulated connection point that rotates on an axis (41) such that, when moved with the mechanism unlocked, they allow expansion. or reduce the diameter of the fence they form.
4. Candado ajustable, según reivindicación 3, caracterizado por que el punto de unión articulado que une cada garra (40) a la carcasa (2) es un piñón dentado (42) que engrana con el piñón de la otra garra (40) existiendo centrado entre ambos piñones un pivote (30) de bloqueo perteneciente al mecanismo de combinación (3). 4. Adjustable padlock, according to claim 3, characterized in that the articulated connection point that joins each claw (40) to the housing (2) is a toothed pinion (42) that meshes with the pinion of the other claw (40) existing centered between both pinions a locking pivot (30) belonging to the combination mechanism (3).
5. Candado ajustable, según cualquiera de las reivindicaciones anteriores, caracterizado por que los extremos distales de las garras una vez cerradas quedan entrelazados entre sí. 5. Adjustable padlock, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the distal ends of the claws, once closed, are interlocked with each other.
6. Candado ajustable, según cualquiera de las reivindicaciones anteriores, caracterizado por que las garras (40) presentan unas uñas (43) orientadas hacia el interior del cerco (4) que definen. 6. Adjustable padlock, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the claws (40) have nails (43) oriented towards the interior of the frame (4) that they define.
7. Candado ajustable, según cualquiera de las reivindicaciones anteriores, caracterizado por que las garras son semicirculares. 7. Adjustable padlock, according to any of the previous claims, characterized in that the claws are semicircular.
8. Candado ajustable, según cualquiera de las reivindicaciones anteriores, caracterizado por que el cerco ajustable (4) se sitúa en un extremo de la carcasa (2) y por qué en el extremo opuesto de la carcasa (2) se dispone un medio de sujeción (6) para un cable, hilo, cadena o similar para atar el candado a una estructura. 8. Adjustable padlock, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the adjustable frame (4) is located at one end of the housing (2) and that a locking means is arranged at the opposite end of the housing (2). fastening (6) for a cable, thread, chain or similar to tie the padlock to a structure.
9. Candado ajustable, según cualquiera de las reivindicaciones anteriores, caracterizado por que el cuerpo de la carcasa (2) comprende dos cercos ajustables (4) vinculados al mecanismo de combinación (3), uno en cada extremo de esta. Candado ajustable, según reivindicación 1 , caracterizado por que el mecanismo de combinación (3) comprende: un pivote (30) separable de las garras (40) del cerco ajustable (4), una palanca (32) en un extremo de dicho pivote (30), un primer resorte (31) en dicho extremo, unas ruedas con caracteres (39) asociadas a unos rodetes (37) que son atravesados por el pivote (30), un primer tipo de empujadores (33b) alojados en unos orificios de los rodetes (37) y un segundo resorte (34) en contacto con un segundo tipo de empujador (33a), de manera que cuando las ruedas con caracteres (39) se colocan en una posición predeterminada los rodetes (37) giran provocando la alineación de los empujadores (33b) entre la palanca (32) y el segundo resorte (34), para que la fuerza de dicho segundo resorte (34) desplace los empujadores (33a, 33b) que a su vez empujan la palanca (32) y por lo tanto el pivote (30), venciendo la fuerza ejercida por el primer resorte (31) y permitiendo el giro de las garras (40) a modo apertura al quedar estas separadas del pivote (30). Candado ajustable, según reivindicación 10, caracterizado porque comprende una excéntrica (38) asociada a los rodetes (37) y a un disco guía (36), comprimido por unos resortes (35) entre el disco guía (36) y la carcasa (2), de manera que el giro de la excéntrica (38) empuja los rodetes (37) y el disco guía (36), comprimiendo este los resortes (35) y liberando las ruedas con caracteres (39) con el desplazamiento de los rodetes (37), pudiendo tras el movimiento anterior girar dichas ruedas con caracteres (39) para cambiar la contraseña del candado mientras los rodetes (37) quedan firmes en una posición gracias al desplazamiento interno de los empujadores (33) y para finalizar, se vuelve a girar la excéntrica (38) a su posición inicial, y con la fuerza de los resortes (35) se empuja el disco guía (36) y los rodetes (37). Candado ajustable, según reivindicación 11 , caracterizado porque la carcasa (2) comprende un orificio para acceder a un alojamiento en la excéntrica (38) mediante una llave. Recipiente de seguridad (5), caracterizado por que comprende una malla flexible conformada (50), de un cable o hilo de un material resistente, que define un alojamiento con una embocadura (1a) de acceso, con al menos dos zonas: una primera zona que determina el alojamiento del recipiente, y una segunda zona, situada en la abertura (5a) del recipiente (5) y consistente en un engrasamiento de la malla (50) que determina la embocadura propiamente dicha del recipiente (5), disponiendo dicha malla (50) además un recubrimiento interno que define el interior del alojamiento y un recubrimiento externo (53) que define el exterior y apariencia del recipiente. 9. Adjustable padlock, according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the body of the housing (2) comprises two adjustable frames (4) linked to the combination mechanism (3), one at each end thereof. Adjustable padlock, according to claim 1, characterized in that the combination mechanism (3) comprises: a pivot (30) separable from the claws (40) of the adjustable frame (4), a lever (32) at one end of said pivot ( 30), a first spring (31) at said end, wheels with characters (39) associated with impellers (37) that are crossed by the pivot (30), a first type of pushers (33b) housed in holes of the impellers (37) and a second spring (34) in contact with a second type of pusher (33a), so that when the wheels with characters (39) are placed in a predetermined position the impellers (37) rotate causing the alignment of the pushers (33b) between the lever (32) and the second spring (34), so that the force of said second spring (34) moves the pushers (33a, 33b) which in turn push the lever (32) and therefore the pivot (30), overcoming the force exerted by the first spring (31) and allowing the claws (40) to rotate in opening mode when they are separated from the pivot (30). Adjustable padlock, according to claim 10, characterized in that it comprises an eccentric (38) associated with the wheels (37) and a guide disc (36), compressed by springs (35) between the guide disc (36) and the housing (2). , so that the rotation of the eccentric (38) pushes the impellers (37) and the guide disc (36), compressing the springs (35) and releasing the wheels with characters (39) with the displacement of the impellers (37 ), being able after the previous movement to rotate said wheels with characters (39) to change the password of the padlock while the wheels (37) remain firm in a position thanks to the internal displacement of the pushers (33) and to finish, it is rotated again the eccentric (38) to its initial position, and with the force of the springs (35) the guide disc (36) and the impellers (37) are pushed. Adjustable padlock, according to claim 11, characterized in that the housing (2) comprises a hole to access a housing in the eccentric (38) using a key. Safety container (5), characterized in that it comprises a flexible mesh formed (50), of a cable or thread of a resistant material, which defines a housing with an access mouth (1a), with at least two areas: a first zone that determines the housing of the container, and a second zone, located in the opening (5a) of the container (5) and consisting of a lubrication of the mesh (50) that determines the mouth itself of the container (5), providing said mesh (50) plus an internal coating that defines the interior of the housing and an external coating (53) that defines the exterior and appearance of the container.
14. Recipiente, según reivindicación 13, caracterizado por que los recubrimientos interno y externo son de al menos un tejido u otro material flexible. 15. Sistema de seguridad, caracterizado porque comprende un recipiente según cualquiera de las reivindicaciones 13 o 14 y un candado según cualquiera de las reivindicaciones 1 a 12. 14. Container, according to claim 13, characterized in that the internal and external coatings are made of at least one fabric or other flexible material. 15. Security system, characterized in that it comprises a container according to any of claims 13 or 14 and a padlock according to any of claims 1 to 12.
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