A multi-directional shock sensor having a central post surrounded by an
omnidirectionally moveable toroidal mass. A plurality of anchor members
surrounds the mass and carries one arm of a latching arm assembly. The
other arm of each latching arm assembly is carried by, and radially
extends from the mass to oppose a respective first arm. A shock event
will cause the mass to move in a certain direction to an extent where one
or more of the arm assemblies will latch. The latching may be determined
by an electrical circuit connected to contact pads on the central post
and on the anchor members.