Opto-Electronic Ignition Lock - The Ultimate Antitheft Device
932867
10/01/1993
- Event
- Content
- Today's modern cars, from their fuel injection to their active suspension, are all computer controlled. Yet, access to these high-tech modern systems is still relinquished via a century old pin-tumbler ignition lock.Thus, the Opto-Electronic Lock represents a new family of solid state light operated devices which, by their overall durability, versatility, and security, are far superior to conventional mechanical or electro-mechanical devices. Incorporated directly as an ignition lock its unparalleled simplicity provides cost efficiency and manufacturability while its hi-tech base provides unparalleled security.
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- 11
- Citation
- Parker, A., and Parker, V., "Opto-Electronic Ignition Lock - The Ultimate Antitheft Device," SAE Technical Paper 932867, 1993, https://doi.org/10.4271/932867.