ACCO Brands. has filed a patent for a security apparatus designed for portable electronic devices with an aperture. The apparatus includes a lock mechanism with a lock cylinder and cam member, along with an engagement mechanism with fingers and a plunger for securing the device. GlobalData’s report on ACCO Brands gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Security apparatus for portable electronic device with lock mechanism
The patent application (Publication Number: US20240003168A1) describes a security apparatus designed for a portable electronic device with an aperture. The apparatus includes a housing, an engagement mechanism with two fingers that can secure or disengage the device, and a locking mechanism with a follower that moves the engagement mechanism between locked and unlocked positions. In the locked position, the follower increases the distance between the engagement surfaces of the fingers, while in the unlocked position, the follower is disengaged from the fingers. The apparatus also features a cable mount for additional security by attaching it to an immovable object.
Furthermore, the security apparatus includes a cylindrical sleeve within the housing, with the fingers positioned partially inside it. A pin extends through the sleeve and the fingers, defining the rotational axis for the fingers. The locking mechanism, controlled by user input, engages with the proximal ends of the fingers to transition between locked and unlocked positions. The longitudinal axes of the fingers guide the follower's movement, ensuring secure locking of the device. The design allows for easy insertion of the sleeve, pin, and fingers into the housing, providing a compact and efficient security solution for portable electronic devices with apertures.
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