marshy1st Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Hi guys I new to this forum but I'm hoping to get some feedback from the experts.I'm currently studying design and technology at Hallam university and for my major project I will be designing and manufacturing an anti-theft device that can be used on 2/3 door cars where the front seat lifts forward (initially for my Arosa). The device will be key-less as more cars are being stolen using keys from burglaries, It will be permanently fitted so non of the hassle you get with steering locks. I have two ideas at the moment and hope you guys will give me some constructive feedback.Take a look at the sketches and feel free to criticise or suggest better ideas thanks marshy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James827 Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 there's a similar patent on things like this dude, where the seats locked down so they cant drive it, Have you checked this yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshy1st Posted March 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 there's a similar patent on things like this dude, where the seats locked down so they cant drive it, Have you checked this yet?Thanks, where could I find out about this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James827 Posted March 17, 2013 Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 4 mins in, also ring the patent office Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshy1st Posted March 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2013 Thanks for the advice, what do you think of the idea thou? I was thinking about having a retina or finger print scanner to unlock. I know the sketches are pretty basic but I'm hoping to make the device fit with the interior of the car so that it looks like its part of the seat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl_Mac_ Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 You'll need to ensure that it doesn't foul the B pillar or prevent ingress/egress for the rear passengers.You also need to think of crash performance. What measures are in place to ensure this device doesn't fold someone in half?Your biometrics idea is good, what about integrating this in a removeable steering wheel linked to immobiliser/tracker? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loepan Posted March 21, 2013 Report Share Posted March 21, 2013 If people want to steal it they'll get it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defcon5 Posted March 22, 2013 Report Share Posted March 22, 2013 In my opinion the best thing available is the Clifford Blackjax system.Start the car without entering the code and it cuts out down the road with the siren blaring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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