It all started with Yale Linus Jr and patent US18169A in 1857. Look how far we've come. Post your patents here, discuss prior art, new designs, and various mechanisms important to the lock and lock picking world.
Very peculiar device. The idea is clear, to make some sort of mechanical lockbox. But the execution is a bit of a puzzle, and I expect none are ever made, at least not as complex as the deathstars displayed.
There is a market for these devices in the puzzle space, with highly priced as well. Looking at Revo maze and puzzle locks.