| 摘要 |
<p>It would be beneficial to have a means for securing a door or portal, or for opening a door or portal such that it cannot be opened from the other side, in which the securing means could be operated without the use of the person's hands. Latching system (250) comprises latching device (255) and receiving device (265). Latching device (255) may be movably attached to door (220), preferably at the bottom of door (220) and latching device (255) is used to secure door (220) to door frame member (205). Latching system (250) is located substantially near the bottom of door (220) so that it may be operated by means of a person's foot. Receiving device (265) is affixed to door frame member (205). Receiving device (265) is configured to receive latching device (255) when latching device (255) is rotated towards receiving device (265).</p> |
