Valuable Securing Device for Vehicles
Patent Number: US 12553262 Grant Date: 2026-02-17 Filing Date: 2024-07-10
Overview
This patented vehicle-security clamp, filed in July 2024 as a continuation-in-part of an earlier “Gun Lock” patent family and granted on February 17, 2026, captures a versatile mechanical anti-theft solution that turns the vehicle’s seat belt receiver into an anchored hold-down for valuables. Developed by an inventor based in Plainview, TX and prosecuted with strong claim scope across an 18-claim, 18-figure disclosure, the device pairs a hinged two-loop clamp with a key-shaped buckle portion that inserts into the existing seat-belt buckle, then locks in place via a separate locking buckle enclosure. The two loop portions rotate about a hinge axis between an enclosed configuration — forming a substantially round captured loop — and an open configuration, with a tab-and-slot mating portion drawing the loops together when seated in the seat belt receiver. Once secured, the loop captures items such as a bag with corresponding zipper eyelets, a firearm, or other portable valuables, leveraging the vehicle’s own cabin anchorage as the anti-theft point. The disclosure also covers chain, cable, banded leather, handcuff, and screw-strap embodiments — and a locking buckle enclosure assembly that can use a combination lock, key system, or smart-device-pairable electronic release for tailored security levels.
Key Features
- Two-loop hinged clamp with substantially round enclosed loop and open configuration
- Tab-and-slot mating portion for slim profile inside the seat belt buckle
- Lockable buckle enclosure with combination lock, key system, or electronic release
- Multiple embodiments: clamp, chain, cable, banded leather, handcuff, and screw-strap
- Compatible with bag eyelets, firearm trigger guards, and other portable valuables
- Uses the vehicle’s existing seat belt receiver as a fixed anchorage point
This invention turns a routine cabin feature — the seat belt buckle — into a reliable anchor point for valuables, addressing the well-known vulnerability of items left visible in parked vehicles and offering adaptable security for firearm owners, travelers, and consumer-product makers serving vehicle interiors.
Invention Details
Abstract: A security assembly configured to interface with a seat belt receiver for securing items within a vehicle. The security assembly comprises a clamp assembly. The clamp assembly comprises a buckle portion, a first loop portion, and a second loop portion. The clamp assembly is adjustable between an enclosed configuration and an open configuration to accommodate various securement needs. The first loop portion and the second loop portion are rotateably attached to one another with a hinge and selectively rotate about a hinge axis. The clamp assembly comprises the enclosed configuration and the open configuration. The enclosed configuration comprises the first loop portion and the second loop portion selectively transitioned to enclose an enclosed loop between the enclosed configuration and the open configuration.
Summary of the Invention: A security assembly configured to interface with a seat belt receiver for securing items within a vehicle. Said security assembly comprises a clamp assembly. Said clamp assembly comprises a buckle portion, a first loop portion, and a second loop portion. Said clamp assembly is adjustable between an enclosed configuration and an open configuration to accommodate various securement needs. Said first loop portion and said second loop portion are rotateably attached to one another with a hinge and selectively rotate about a hinge axis. Said enclosed configuration comprises said first loop portion and said second loop portion selectively transitioned to enclose an enclosed loop between said enclosed configuration and said open configuration. With said first loop portion and said second loop portion in said enclosed configuration, said clamp assembly comprises said enclosed loop within said first loop portion and said second loop portion. Said clamp assembly further comprises a mating portion. Said buckle portion and said first loop portion comprise a solid piece. Said buckle portion extends down from said enclosed loop. Said buckle portion is configured to selectively mate with said seat belt receiver. Said second loop portion comprises a proximate end rotateably attached to said hinge and a distal end selectively attached to a portion of said first loop portion. Said mating portion comprises a tab portion and a slot portion that selectively fit into one another to secure said clamp assembly in said enclosed configuration.
Patent Document
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