Dormakaba has patented an interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core designed for lock devices. It features a moveable plug for locking and unlocking, a core keeper for secure positioning, and an operator actuatable assembly. The system allows for easy removal and installation while maintaining security. GlobalData’s report on Dormakaba gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for locking devices
The patent US12031357B2 describes an interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core designed for use in lock devices that can be in either a locked or unlocked state. The core features a lock core body with a front and rear end, housing a moveable plug that can rotate between two positions corresponding to the lock states. A core keeper is integrated into the design, allowing it to extend or retract to secure or release the lock core within the device. The lock core also includes an operator actuatable assembly with an input device positioned at the front, and an electro-mechanical control system that can couple or uncouple the input device from the moveable plug. Additionally, an actuator is accessible from the exterior, enabling independent movement of the core keeper.
Further claims detail the actuator's design, which can be mechanical and may be entirely internal to the lock core body. The actuator can interact with a control sleeve that includes gear mechanisms to facilitate movement of the core keeper. Various configurations are described, including the presence of blockers that limit the actuator's movement, ensuring precise control over the locking mechanism. The design also incorporates a stop member to enhance the functionality of the actuator and the moveable plug. Overall, the patent outlines a sophisticated locking mechanism that enhances security and ease of use through its interchangeable components and electro-mechanical features.
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