OBJECT LOCATING SYSTEM EMPLOYING RF SIGNALING

摘要

An object locating system includes at least one control unit, which is used to activate at least one electronic locator circuit to assist in locating an object to which the locator circuit is attached. The objects to be located can be a key assembly or genrally any item which can be hand-carried by a person and is prone to misplacement. When activated, the locator circuit produces an audible and/or visual indication for getting the attention of the user. The locator circuit can be contained in a fob to which is attached a key, or the locator circuit can be molded into the head of a key. In another embodiment, th elocator circuit is supported by a carrier which is retrofitted to a key by a securing mechanism which can include one or more fasteners, mating snap catches, or a strapping device such as a cable tie and the like. Alternatively, the carrier can be secured to the key by friction or by an interference fit between the carrier and the key.