Abstract
The disclosed self defense devices include devices configured to look like everyday clothing or accessories, but which allow a user to respond to potential danger or attack.
Claims
1. What is claimed is a self defense device comprising: a necklace having a body portion configured with embedded electrodes capable of applying a stunning shock to an assailant; wherein said body is further comprised of a distributed series of batteries along its length to allow for natural draping over the neck and back.
2. What is claimed is an electrically powered bracelet with accompanying software application that facilitates discreet signaling for assistance from nearby application users, designated contacts, and/or authorities or participating designated organizations and the coordinated search for the bracelet owner by those entities.
3. What is claimed is a bag that enables a user less than two seconds to access a concealed, electrically powered stun device.
4. What is claimed is a high heeled shoe having a collection of blades embedded in the heel; wherein said collection of blades is configured in a geometric pattern.
5. What is claimed is a brooch which acts as a release point for a system to release gas in the direction of an assailant.
6. What is claimed is a ring which utilizes hollow spikes and embedded reactive agents to transfer chemical agents to a target upon physical contact above 5 lbf.
Description
DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0029] The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further demonstrate certain aspects of the present invention. The invention may be better understood by reference to one or more of these drawings in combination with the detailed description of the specification embodiments presented herein.
[0030] FIG. 1 is an alert bracelet
[0031] FIG. 2 is a view of the electrical components of an alert bracelet
[0032] FIG. 3 is a view of a inner electronics component of an alert bracelet
[0033] FIG. 4 is a decorative external cover for an alert bracelet
[0034] FIG. 5 is a necklace with an integrated stun gun
[0035] FIG. 6 is a bag with integrated stun gun
[0036] FIG. 7 illustrates the wiring and electrodes of a bag with integrated stun gun
[0037] FIG. 8 is an pin/brooch capable of discharging pepper spray
[0038] FIG. 9 illustrates the plumbing pin/brooch capable of discharging pepper spray
[0039] FIG. 10 is high heel shoe with a sheathed spike in the heel
[0040] FIG. 11 illustrates a boot with a 3 spikes in the heel
[0041] FIG. 12 illustrates a wearable self defense device ring with shielded spikes
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0042] FIG. 1 illustrates a wearable device is provided which contains electronics which when the clasp is secured creates a constantly “on” circuit [101]. The electronics may be comprised of a closed circuit resistance wire which is integrated with the clasp [102], recharging circuit/port [104], speaker [106], indicator lights [105], screen [103], a plurality of battery packs [107], and an optional communication and control interface via radio, cellular, or bluetooth. When the closed circuit is disconnected by leaving the body of the wearer without deactivating, the device emits a signal, either electromagnetic or sound, which transmits data.
[0043] In some embodiments the wearable device may be comprised of three distinct components. FIG. 2 illustrates an electronics component housing the sensors, power supply, communications equipment, memory, and processors. As seen in FIG. 3, a second component may be comprised of a water-proof covering that surrounds the electronics and is configured to protect them from moisture and dirt and sand. FIG. 4 illustrates a third decorative component that would cover-up and conceal the electronics and water-proof components. In some embodiments the electronic component will be configured to a standard that will allow it to attach to multiple different designs of decorative covers.
[0044] FIG. 5 illustrates a wearable self defense device configured as a necklace with a built in taser/stun gun. In some aspects this design may comprise a voltage amplifier circuit [501], a trigger to activate the stun function [502], In some embodiments the necklace may incorporate a center drop pendant containing the electrical leads [503] for delivering shock stimulation. In some aspects, the connecting wires may be housed in high strength/abrasion resistant cord, with one clasp section configured for easy (<15 lbf) failure, so that the device may not be used to strangle the owner, or to allow the device to be easily disconnected for better aiming of the device against an assailant. a distributed series of batteries [504], [505] around the cord of the necklace, and configured so that it falls naturally and comfortably on the chest and back of the wearer.
[0045] FIG. 6 illustrates a travel bag with modular built in taser/stun gun mechanism [601]. In some aspects a taser/stun gun mechanism may be comprised of a plurality of battery cells [602], a charging component [603], a voltage amplifying circuit [606], a detachable trigger and electrode housing [604], and electrodes configured to deliver an electric shock to an assailant [605]. In some embodiments the device may function as a bag, having any size or method of carry (back straps, cross body, two handles, clutch, or any variation thereof) and including a grip release mechanism to free the trigger/electrode housing [607].
[0046] FIG. 7 illustrates one embodiment of a travel bag with modular built in taser/stun gun mechanism wherein there a four distinct batter packs [701] wired together by channels that run through the carrying straps [702].
[0047] FIG. 8 illustrates a dress pin or brooch [801] that is configured to spray an assailant with pepper spray or any other type of self-defense spray. In some aspects, the invention utilizes a spraying mechanism [804] and trigger mechanism [805] facing away from the user with these mechanisms coupled via hose to a pepper spray reservoir [803] housed in a corresponding bra/bralette pocket. The pocket [807] may be clip secured to any bra/bralette [808] and holds the primary canister [806] of pepper spray. The separate trigger mechanism allows for indirect cannister activation. An activation button [805] is placed on the bottom side of the brooch which when depressed sends a signal to the pepper spray canister, releasing the contents through the hose and through the outlet on the brooch. The placement of the button may facilitate an upward direction of release of the spray, which is more likely to impact the assailant in the desired zones such as the eyes. A flexible high strength plastic hose [802] may connect the cannister to the brooch outlet using a noodle channel as shown in FIG. 9. In one embodiment an activation button [805] is placed on the bottom side of the brooch which when depressed sends a signal to the pepper spray canister, releasing the contents through the hose and through the outlet on the brooch. The placement of the button may facilitate an upward direction of release of the spray, which is more likely to impact the assailant in the desired zones such as the eyes. The brooch housing [901] may surround the outlet [902] and may be capable of being interchanged with other differently decorated models to encourage frequent wear. The projection nozzle may be embedded in the physical aesthetic brooch faces. In embodiments where the pepper spray canister is detached, the interlocking threaded screw connection is interlaced on the back of the brooch, connecting the electrical release trigger and aerosol disbursement pathways. In embodiments where the pepper spray canister is miniaturized, the canister may be physically mounted to brooch by an interlocking turn fit with safety catch, like a puzzle piece with rotation and mechanical bracket for a safety catch as may be found on a puzzle frame. In this case, the nozzle is inserted through the matching hole in the aesthetic brooch face.
[0048] FIG. 10 illustrates one example of a high heel shoe wherein the heel of the high heel shoe may comprise a sheath section [1003] that covers a sharp spike or blade, such sheath section configured to be released from the body of the shoe when a trigger mechanism [1001], [1002] is depressed, freeing the spike or blade for use. As a safety feature, multiple triggers may need to be depressed to release the sheath. FIG. 11 illustrates a boot with three exposed spikes or blades after the sheath has been released.
[0049] FIG. 12 illustrates a wearable self defense device ring with shielded spikes [1103]. The shielding [1102] may be operated by a thumb manipulated rolling switch [1101] on the palm side of the ring, and would cover the payload embedded spikes/needles.
