SECURITY SYSTEM

Abstract

The present invention is a security system having a fluid storage tank, deterrent fluid in the tank, a fluid outlet a pump with tubing originating in said storage tank and terminating at the outlet, an actuator operatively associated with the pump a means for identifying an authorized person in an area in which said system is deployed.

Claims

1. A security system, said system comprising: a fluid storage tank; deterrent fluid in said fluid storage tank; an outlet a pump and tubing, said tubing originating in said storage tank and terminating at said outlet; an actuator operatively associated with said pump; and a means for identifying an authorized person in an area in which said system is deployed.

2. The system of claim 1 wherein said deterrent fluid imparts a low coefficient of static friction on surfaces applied rendering them slippery.

3. The system of claim 1 wherein said deterrent fluid contains a non-water-soluble dye.

4. The system of claim 1 wherein said outlet is a deterrent fluid ejector.

5. The system of claim 1 wherein said outlet is a deterrent fluid ejector configured with one or more rotatable nozzles.

6. The system of claim 1 wherein said actuator is initiated by a person being a system operator in response to an unauthorized person.

7. The system of claim 1 wherein said actuator is initiated by a panic button in response to an unauthorized person.

8. The system of claim 1 including one or more cameras.

9. The system of claim 1 wherein said actuator is initiated by an automatic identifier utilizing facial recognition software operatively associated with a camera deployed with said system.

10. The system of claim 1 including a control station for monitoring and deploying said system.

11. The system of claim 10 where said control station is wirelessly connected to said system.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS

[0043] FIG. 1 the system deployed in a classroom according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] FIG. 2 the system deployed in a retail store according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] FIG. 3 the system deployed in a jewelry store according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] FIG. 4 is a top view of the fluid spray system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] FIG. 5 is an end view of the fluid spray system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0048] FIG. 6 is a front view of the fluid spray system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0049] FIG. 7 is a master controller according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0050] FIG. 8 is a classroom status panel according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] FIG. 9 is an operational flow chart according to one embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0052] Although the drawings depict a particularized embodiment, the present invention is contemplated as configurable in any physical structure whereby the inventive scope and concept are achieved.

[0053] System 10 is deployed in classroom 12. Unauthorized person 13 is depicted in figure one as entering classroom 12 through entrance door 18. Camera 18 differentiates between teacher 15 student 17 and unauthorized person 13. In one embodiment, the system is monitored by a system administrator. In another embodiment, authorized persons such as teachers, students, and others are prescreened utilizing either facial recognition software operatively associated with camera at 16 or by carrying a physical badge in which system 10 identifies an authorized person.

[0054] In embodiment of the present invention hallway door 23 leads to double entry door 14 in which authorized enters a classroom. Alert indicators 20 are audio, visual, or combination alerts that indicate the system has been actuated. Upon activation of an alert, authorized persons will be directed to a safe zone 21 predetermined upon deploy of the system.

[0055] The system further includes sensors 26 which, when utilized with cameras 16 can monitor motion of an unauthorized person 13. The system further includes supply tank 34 in which deterrent fluid 22 is stored. Fluid pump 36 is operatively associated with supply take 34 and ejectors 24. The system being constructed in a range to eject deterrent fluid 22 on an unauthorized person 13. In one embodiment, system 10 is configured with a rotating spray nozzle 38 in which deterrent fluid 22 is dispersed in a wider area.

[0056] In the embodiment of FIG. 2, a typical drug store 28 is depicted utilizing the system of the present invention. In this configuration, pedestrian traffic has 30 about store displays 32 are shown.

[0057] In the embodiment of FIG. 3, a typical jewelry store 29 is depicted again with a proposed layout of components of the present invention.

[0058] Control panel 40 includes operational controls and a site monitor selector 46. Zone control panel 42 provides indicia 44 relating to current system status.

[0059] As generally understood, and unauthorized person 13 enters an unauthorized area monitored by system 10 of the present invention. The system is actuated either by a system operator or by an automated identification process in response to an authorized person entering the area. Upon activation, fluid 22 contains in supply tank 34 is pumped by fluid pump 36 to an outlet, being ejector 24. As already noted, in one body, ejector 24 may further include one or more rotating spray nozzles 38 in order to disperse the fluid in a wider area. The fluid of the system is contemplated as a non-lethal response to an unauthorized person 13. The fluid will make continual movement in the actuated area very difficult for the unauthorized person 13.

[0060] While the invention has been described in its preferred form or embodiment with some degree of particularity, it is understood that this description has been given only by way of example and that numerous changes in the details of construction, fabrication, and use, including the combination and arrangement of parts, may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.