Smart Gun Technology Patents - Homeland Security
Smart Gun Technology PatentsIn response to the President’s Memorandum on promoting Smart Gun Technology (SGT), theDepartments of Justice, Homeland Security, and Defense have outlined a draft Requirements Documentfor the procurement of SGT in the federal sector. The initial response from the Smart Gun TechnologyWorking Group outlines the plan of action and explains the two pronged approach. The first is to lowerthe cost of bringing new technology to market, and second, by exercising their collective purchasingpower, where appropriate, to foster the development of SGT. The White House has partnered withstate, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies to establish the specific conditions under whichthey would consider purchasing firearms while advancing gun safety technology.Many patents related to the development of SGT have already been submitted for review. Below is acompilation the DHS Technology Scouting & Operational Experimentation office has put together:Gun with user notificationPublication Number: US20050066567A1Abstract: A gun is disclosed having conventional components and a holster. The gun has means fordetecting removal of the gun from the holster, means for processing the output of the detection means,and means for authenticating the user of the gun. The gun has means for notifying remote authoritiesthat the gun has been removed from the holster, means for receiving remote commands to lock thetrigger and/or initiate a global positioning system. The gun has means for selectively locking the triggerfrom a remote location and means for selectively activating a global positioning system from the remotelocation.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder. Body Worn Device,GPS, HolsterAssignee(s): NEWKIRK TONY N. NEWKIRK REGINALD HILLApplication (Year/Month): 2004-06Publication (Year/Month): 2005-03Legal Status: GrantedLearn More: enFirearm safety systemPublication Number: US6499243Abstract: A firearm safety system restricts the use of the firearm by reference to biometric datareceived by a sensor coupled to the firearm trigger. The biometric data is compared to at least one recordof biometric data associated with a permitted user to determine whether firearm actuation is permitted.Firearm actuation is controlled by an anchor that is pivotally coupled to the firearm trigger. Firearmactuation is prevented when the anchor is extended between the trigger and the trigger aperture. Firearmactuation is permitted when the anchor is retracted in response to a positive identification by the sensor.
Method for Identification: Electric Transponder, Trigger Block Finger Print, Voice Control, or PalmPrintAssignee(s): SPID 2002 CORP.Application (Year/Month): 2002-03Publication (Year/Month): 2002-12Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn More: fety device for firearmsPublication Number: US5062232Abstract: A safety device for firearms having trigger interrupting means operably connected to thetrigger mechanism of the firearm. The code generating means worn by the user or operated by the usergenerates a signal which is detected by detection means on the weapon to disengage the triggerinterrupting means to permit the weapon to selectively be fired by an authorized user.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Trigger BlockAssignee(s): EPPLER LARRY DApplication (Year/Month): 1990-02Publication (Year/Month): 1991-11Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn More: pon and authorised weapon user recognition appts.Publication Number: DE4446020A1Abstract: The appts. recognises the relationship and the operational release between a weapon (2) andan authorised user (1). A transmitter/receiver system (5, 6) is arranged between the weapon (2) and theuser (1). These releases the mechanical and/or electrical/electronic function of the weapon (2) when apredetermined maximum distance (4) between the weapon (2) and the user (1) is not exceeded andwhen the weapon is arranged at a suitable predetermined position relative to the user (1). Pref. afteractivation of the transmission/reception system, the transmitter (5) measures the distance and positioningbetween the weapon and the user and analyses the measurements. The transmitter (5) or receiver (6)may be worn on the user's body with the other of the receiver or transmitter arranged in or on theweapon. The transmitter/receiver system may be switched on by use of a personal PIN code through achip or plug card or plug.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Body Worn Device, PINAssignee(s): MAUSER-WERKE OBERNDORF WAFFENSYSTEME GMBH, 78727 OApplication (Year/Month): 1994-12
Publication (Year/Month): 1996-06Legal Status: CeasedLearn More: rearm safety lockPublication Number: US6510639Abstract: Shown is a locking, grip-enclosed safety device for a firearm. The grip-enclosed mechanismhas an externally-operable locking selector which is operable by a user to be locked into distinct armedand unarmed positions. The locking selector actuates a mechanical trigger/firing mechanism interruptionmember between distinct armed and unarmed positions.Method for Identification: Trigger BlockAssignee(s): MCMOORE WILLIAM A.Application (Year/Month): 2001-01Publication (Year/Month): 2003-01Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn More: artgunPublication Number: AU2012100789A4Abstract: The Smart Gun invention has been created to prevent accidental discharge or misuse offirearms. The chip technology and sensor system contained within this invention enables only 5operators who have an exact corresponding chip on their body recognised by the one contained in thefirearm, to activate and operate the firearm. The purpose of the Smartgun technology is that it rendersthe gun useless to anyone but the registered firearm operator.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Sensor, Computer ChipAssignee(s): KOKER JAMES JAMES, KOKERApplication (Year/Month): 2012-05Publication (Year/Month): 2012-07Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn 32E103437
Systems and Methods for Firearm Cartridge ManagementPublication Number: US20150233660A1Abstract: An ignition inhibitor system within a firearm cartridge and a method of making same,comprising an internal framework with a top end and a bottom end as well as chambering and subsections for, a fluid chamber, a switch, a power source an actuator; said bottom end having port holes inproximity to a fluid chamber adjacent to the primer charge; a switch located within said internalframework that is activated by one of electromagnetic energy transmission devices, radio frequencyidentification transmission devices and other wireless signaling technologies and systems; as well as anactuator that causes the deployment of fluid in the fluid chamber sub-section, a power source, whichare connected with electrically conductive materials and all of which are located within said internalframework; and fluid that is released upon the activation of said ignition inhibitor system describedherein.Method for Identification: Trigger BlockAssignee(s): BARTON, RICK H.Application (Year/Month): 2014-02Publication (Year/Month): 2015-08Legal Status: PendingLearn More: enFIREARM SAFETY SYSTEMPublication Number: US20150153124A1Abstract: A firearm safety system and method is described herein. The system may include a trackingsystem, a smart firearm and/or a smart magazine, and a smart tracking unit. The tracking system is incommunication with satellites that monitor specific locations, a smart firearm and a portable electronicdevice. The tracking system includes an internal geographical database of specific monitored locations.The smart firearm includes a microprocessor and a receiver. The motor operates in response to a signalreceived, which may indicate that the firearm is approaching a no gun safety zone, whereby the signalcauses the microprocessor to operate the automatic safety lock to prevent the apparatus from operating.The receiver monitors signals and receives location data from the satellites. The method of operating asmart firearm includes receiving a signal at the at least one receiver and responding to the signal bylocking the automatic safety lock.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Location DetectionAssignee(s): CARLSON, TREVOR EDWINApplication (Year/Month): 2015-01Publication (Year/Month): 2015-06
Legal Status: PendingLearn More: enMETHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR ENHANCING FIREARM SAFETYTHROUGH WIRELESS NETWORK MONITORINGPublication Number: WO2014163653A1Abstract: A firearm includes a firing mechanism and a sensor device. The sensor device includes asubscriber identity module configured to communicate with a server over a signaling channel of a wirelesscommunications network. The Sensor device is configured to enable/disable the firing mechanism inaccordance with instructions received by the SIM from the server. Movements and/or attemptedoperations of the firearm may be monitored using an application running on a mobile device, whichapplication receives information concerning the firearm over the signaling channel of the wirelesscommunications network.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Smart Phone, Wireless, Remotely ActivatedAssignee(s): GUNNEGATE, LLCApplication (Year/Month): 2013-06Publication (Year/Month): 2014-10Legal Status: PendingLearn More: nSystem for activating a weapon with an identification mechanismPublication Number: US20030070343A1Abstract: A system for activating a weapon to a state of readiness to fire includes an identificationmechanism which is carried by the user of the weapon. The identification mechanism includes a sensorconfigured to input an identification code, a store configured to store the identification code and atransmitter. A receiver is provided in the weapon. The transmitter sends an activation signal to thereceiver upon a positive identification code comparison. The activation signal activates the weapon to astate of readiness to fire. To maintain the weapon in this activation state, the transmitter continuouslyemits a signal to the receiver. The receiver controls a processor which is configured to maintain theweapon in the activation state based exclusively on the strength of the signals continuously beingreceived by the receiver. To maintain the weapon in this state, the strength of the received signals mustbe equal to or greater than the strength of the signals received by the receiver when the identificationmechanism is at a specified distance from the weapon.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, PINAssignee(s): GLOCK GASTON
Application (Year/Month): 2002-10Publication (Year/Month): 2003-04Legal Status: AbandonedLearn More: enTrigger safety lockPublication Number: US5784819Abstract: A trigger safety lock system is provided which provides ease in operation by authorizedusers by utilizing a sequence of buttons for combinational locking of the trigger or firing mechanismwithout the need for attachment of external accessories. The buttons act within a key way structure topermit or block movement of the trigger or firing mechanism. Such trigger devices can be used invarious apparatus, such as firearms, tools and machines.Method for Identification: Trigger Block, Combination LockAssignee(s): ROPER; RICHARD BLAIRApplication (Year/Month): 1997-03Publication (Year/Month): 1998-07Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn More: eless controlled devices for a weapon and wireless controlthereofPublication Number: US8093992Abstract: A system and method related to weapon mounted auxiliary devices that can be operated bywireless remote control, and a remote controller by which an operator can operate the auxiliary devicesremotely by wireless control. This includes all means of remote control of the auxiliary devices to includebut not be limited to radio frequency (RF), infrared (IR) energy, all other wavelengths of theelectromagnetic spectrum, and acoustic, pressure, or sound waves. Control of the auxiliary devices canrange from simple activation to wireless control of all auxiliary device controls and adjustments. This canalso include a single remote control device that can operate one or more weapon mounted auxiliarydevices.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, RF, Remotely ActivatedAssignee(s): L-3 COMMUNICATIONS INSIGHT TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATEDApplication (Year/Month): 2008-10Publication (Year/Month): 2012-01Legal Status: Active (Expires 2025)
Safety device for a handheld firearmPublication Number: BR9909254AAbstract: The invention relates to a detent for a handgun, comprising at least one sensor fordetermining the identity of the user on the basis of at least one finger. According to the invention, asensor determines the capacitance between a sensor surface and a section of the finger, an image of thefinger section is generated from the voltage differences and said image is compared with memorizedfinger sections.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Finger PrintAssignee(s): HARALD BREINLINGER PETER LAUSTERApplication (Year/Month): 1999-02Publication (Year/Month): 2000-11Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn E7AF75C1C1EC2C9901904BB55BFC3BD76E56BAF76EA#/? k s8qiilHandgun, fitted with a fingerprint thermo scanner and software,ensures that the weapon cannot be fired by an unauthorized userPublication Number: DE202005020900U1Abstract: The hand gun has a sensor system with one or more direct and active interfaces to identifythe user as the authorized user of the weapon. The system has a fingerprint thermo scanner, togetherwith suitable software and a supply and signal bus.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Finger Print, Thermo ScannerAssignee(s): INDUSTRIE-ELEKTRONIK-SERVICE (IES) WTS-WAFFENTECHNIK IN SUHL GMBHApplication (Year/Month): 2005-06Publication (Year/Month): 2006-12Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn More: /enChild safety device, alarm and lock for firearmsPublication Number: US6601332Abstract: Trigger lock, safety and alarm devices for a firearm includes a trigger clamp that immobilizesthe devices on the firearm in a position in which the device cannot be moved with respect to the firearm to
actuate the trigger and discharge the firearm. The devices include a locking mechanism that is used tomount the device to the firearm. An alarm on the device is sounded by actuation of a motion sensor whenthe device is moved, for example, when the firearm is moved. The alarm can be enabled and disabledusing buttons mounted on the devices, and an indicator light flashes on the devices when the alarm isenabled. The keys are also used to operate the locking mechanism to lock or unlock the devices.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Alarm, Motion SensorAssignee(s): CHILD GUARD LLCApplication (Year/Month): 2000-02Publication (Year/Month): 2003-08Legal Status: Expired- Fee RelatedLearn More: RELESS CONTROLLED DEVICES FOR A WEAPON AND WIRELESSCONTROL THEREOFPublication Number: WO2005022067A3Abstract: A system (100) related to weapon (106) mounted auxiliary devices (102) that can be operatedby wireless remote control, and a remote controller (104) by which an operator can operate the auxiliarydevices (102) remotely by wireless control. This includes all means of remote control of the auxiliarydevices to include but not be limited to radio frequency (RF), infrared (IR) energy, all other wavelengths ofthe electromagnetic spectrum, and acoustic, pressure, or sound waves. Control of the auxiliary devices102 can range from simple activation to wireless control of all auxiliary device controls and adjustments.This can also include a single remote control device (104) that can operate one or more weapons (106)mounted auxiliary devices (102).Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Remotely ActivatedAssignee(s): INSIGHT TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATED JANCIC, DALE, ALLEN DEYESO, PAUL, JOSEPHApplication (Year/Month): 2004-04Publication (Year/Month): 2006-05Legal Status: GrantedLearn More: nFIREARM SECURING DEVICESPublication Number: US20140115937A1Abstract: Various embodiments of a firearm securing device are disclosed.
Method for Identification: No DataAssignee(s): HARMAN, WES VALLO, NICHOLAS TRUNEK, CHRISTOPHER HARRISON, PAULApplication (Year/Month): 2013-10Publication (Year/Month): 2014-05Legal Status: PendingLearn More: enElectronically activated holsterPublication Number: WO1998011399A3Abstract: An electronically activated holster that releasably secures a weapon to the holster. A lockingmechanism releases the weapon upon receiving an electrical signal generated when certain conditionsare present. These predetermined conditions are selected by a user and these inputs can be sensed withphotosensitive devices attached to the holster that detect bar codes on a user's hand or glove so that apredetermined pattern can be read and conveyed to a control circuit, such as a central processing unit.In turn, the control circuit records the event and causes the locking mechanism to release the weapon ifthe necessary conditions are present. Alternatively, an ultrasonic transmitter can be worn by a user in awristband and a cooperative receiver on the holster designed to be activated when a predeterminedproximity is achieved. An alarm output is provided to visually or audibly broadcast a violated condition.Optionally, a transmitter is incorporated to the holster to broadcast the condition of the alarm and aremotely placed receiver is used to monitor the broadcast. Another input is supplied by a generalpositioning system that ascertains the location of the holster at selected times, stores it, and/orbroadcasts it. An input/output port permits exchange of data and instructions to and from the controlcircuit.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, Holster, Alarm, BarcodeAssignee(s): MICRO IDENTIFICATION SYSTEMS, INC.Application (Year/Month): 1997-09Publication (Year/Month): 1998-09Legal Status: GrantedLearn More: nFIREARM ACCESSORYPublication Number: WO2014145079A1Abstract: An accessory device useful for any of training, compliance, safety, and accountability ofindividuals in the use of firearms. An embodiment comprises a circuit board and housing with a means forattaching the accessory to a firearm. The circuit board may comprise an inertial measurement unit (IMU),a GPS receiver, memory to store data, a means for transmitting data, and a microprocessor unit for
controlling operations of the printed circuit board. The IMU may comprise a gyroscope, accelerometer,and magnetometer. The accessory can provide position and movement data of such accuracy as todisclose, after transmission and analysis, a firearm user's stability prior to and during discharge, how wellthe user managed recoil from the discharge, and how quickly the user returned to a starting positionfollowing discharge. A reviewer may also be able to discern movements such as those caused by a user'sbreathing or involuntary muscle contractions.Method for Identification: Electronic Transponder, GPSAssignee(s): SCHMEHL, STEWART, JACOB HAMANN, PETER, JAMES SCHMEHL, JACOB
Gun with user notification Publication Number: US20050066567A1 Abstract: A gun is disclosed having conventional components and a holster. The gun has means for detecting removal of the gun from the holster, means for processing the output of the detection means, and means for authenticating the user of the gun.
Two types of patents were selected: exploited and unexploited patents. A total of 22 patents from its portfolio were selected, of which six patents were licensed to spin-off companies, another 6 patents were licensed to established companies and 10 patents were not exploited. One of the inventors has two patents, thus the actual
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