DESIGN NAME: Interactive Electronic Door lock
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Lock the door and enable home automation
INSPIRATION: Need for simplified, secure life and ecological commitment inspired Trane design team to design Interactive Electronic Mortise lock which is a next generation Interactive security system that will address high degree of security, convenience and home automation and will make everyday living simple and intuitive. Home connectivity feature develops a good habit to save energy, cost of electricity and help prevent electrical hazards. Beauty and elegance of the product comes from a sense of simplicity and design consistency.
UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Interactive electronic lock is a next generation Interactive security system that combines safety and convenience. Product is designed with differentiation in terms of Home connectivity, energy efficiency and convenience. With its intelligent features like Auto lock, Remote night latch, Privacy-Passage function, Tamper alarm, Emergency key, Non duplicable electronic key and Home connectivity, it brings a whole new dimension to home security. The lock is equipped with a patented auto lock feature. Lock avoids lock-in situation by enabling unlocking of the door from inside in case of emergency. With home connectivity feature user can turn off home appliances with just click of ‘Away’ button on the lock while leaving home. ‘Home’ button on the lock switches on home appliances automatically. This feature develops a good habit to save energy, cost of electricity and help prevent electrical hazards. This product is designed with future expansions in to consideration like Camera, GSM and biometric etc. Trims are available in different colors to have variations in the look. Above all, the solid body and square lever conveys stability. Sleek and stylish look of the product combines technology, elegance and ecological commitment, harmonizing very well with a variety of furnishing styles.
OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Home connectivity: Interactive air conditioner will be a part of a connected home. AC, remote control and Electronic lock interact with each other through Zigbee technology. User can switch off all Air conditioners just by pressing ‘away’ button on electronic lock. When you enter your house, just by pressing ‘Home’ button on lock will switch ON Air conditioners. Also Night latch function on remote enables user to lock the door remotely. The Trane Interactive Lock locks itself by engaging the bolt every time you shut the door automatically. No more worries of your security being compromised. No more double checks on your door or searching for keys impatiently. Complete piece of mind. Electronic Key that uses highly secured encryptions and cannot be duplicated. Even if someone loose key, use can delete lost key from the system so that old electronic key will not work. With Electronic Night Latch (privacy function) one can restrict the access to the house even to someone with valid credential. With Passage Mode auto locking can be disabled for occasions like family celebrations, party at house that demand frequent door openings. Door Open Alert and Tamper Alarm ensure safety through alerts With emergency Key there is no risk of lockout. In case of the battery draining out User can power your lock by a 9 volt battery and get access to house by using the electronic key
PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: Project started on Jan 2011 and completed on April 2012
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PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: Interactive technology and Home connectivity: Lock works on new-age Zigbee interactive technology that will address the high degree of security, convenience and control that user always wanted and will make everyday living simple and intuitive. Electronic lock will be a part of a connected home. Lock, remote control and Interactive air conditioner interact with each other through Zigbee technology. The Away/Home Modes on electronic lock Controls Air conditioner. One can switch off all Air conditioners just by pressing ‘away’ button on electronic lock. When you enter your house, just by pressing ‘Home’ button on lock, will switch ON Air conditioners and pre cools room. This will avoid common scenario where user forget to switch off electric appliances white going out. Home connectivity feature add convenience and also helps in reducing power consumption. Also Night latch function on remote enables user to lock the door remotely. Auto Lock – Electronic lock is safe by design: Rushing for the office or a movie show and fumbling for keys inside your pocket? No more. The Trane Interactive Lock locks itself by engaging the bolt every time you shut the door automatically. No more worries of your security being compromised. No more double checks on your door or searching for keys impatiently. Large deadbolt with 25mm throw provides superior security Non-duplicable electronic key: Electronic Key that uses highly secured encryptions and cannot be duplicated. In case of repeated attempt to open the lock with an invalid key, the lock goes into sleep mode to prevent unauthorized access
SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Specification Description Units Application Access Lock Main Door Access lock Battery AA - 1.5V 4 numbers Certifications EU Confirms to European Standards Reliability Salt Spray along with UV rays tests Durability More than 100,000 test cycles Dimension outdoor unit 255(H) × 70(W) × 25(D) mm indoor unit 255(H) × 70(W) × 27(D) mm Mortise unit 171(H) x 96.5(W) x 15(D) mm Door Type Wood Door and Metal Door Standard 30-50 mm Additional kit For 51- 80 mm Emergency Unlocking Mechanical 2 Keys Provided External Power Through 9V battery Features Auto lock Door Locks automatically Anti Panic Door always open from inside Passage Door opens without a key AC connect Home - Away Mode Electronic Night Latch Restricts access to valid Keys Alarm Door open and Tamper alarm Finish Dual Tone Satin Nickel with Glossy Black Deadbolt 25mm Throw with single operation Latch Anti friction with 16 mm Throw Interactivity Interactive AC connect Upto 17 units Interactive Remote Always Connected Remote Night Latch Enables electronic Night Latch by Remote Model Number RH- Right Handed EM-ASBC1ZN1.305002 LH – Left Handed EM-ASBC2ZN1.305002 Non duplicable electronic Key Unlocking FOB ( Mifare ) Access FOB 4 Numbers Programming FOB 1 Number possible access FOB per lock Upto 20 numbers Encryptions 4.29 Billion Combinations Operational Location Backset 70 mm Centre Distance Handle to Key Hole – 84.5 mm Strength Force 600 kg front load Warranty Warranty 1 Year Warranty
TAGS: Electronic lock & Home Automation
RESEARCH ABSTRACT: The increase in security concerns has led to an increase in demand for sophisticated electronic security solutions. After deep understanding of the market, Schlage one of the world’s largest manufacturers and maker of the mechanical and electronic lock identified need in the Indian security market for a sophisticated electronic security solutions. Company identified that India is a high potential market for electronic security products in Residential sector where construction Growth Offer Significant Opportunities and developers looking to differentiate their projects with more importance to electronic security and home automation. Schlage under the brand name Trane identified new market segment to enter an emerging Market offering unique proposition to customers with emphasis on safety, comfort and convenience. With this strategy Trane introduced next generation electronic lock which is Interactive security system that combines security, safety and convenience. With its intelligent features, it brings a whole new dimension to home security. This electronic lock designed with the theme “Smart and energy efficient homes”. Product is designed with differentiation in terms of safety, Home connectivity and convenience. The product is aimed at the top of the pyramid section (Global Indians: Household Income > 10 lpa). Trane electronic lock is designed keeping in mind security need of Indian home owners.
CHALLENGE: Wireless Interaction of the lock with home applicances through remote control was the most challanging task.
ADDED DATE: 2012-12-02 08:46:17
TEAM MEMBERS (1) : Trane Design Team
IMAGE CREDITS: Chandrashekhar Nadgouda, 2012.
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