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Connectors with locking tab

US10522946B1 · kind B1 · utility

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17Claims
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Filing dateSep 17, 2018
Grant dateDec 31, 2019
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Expiry dateSep 17, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R24/62
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In some examples, an apparatus includes a connector of an electronic device including a locking tab, wherein the connector fits into a corresponding connector of a host computing device; an arm coupled to the locking tab; and an actuator, wherein the actuator in a first position depresses the collapsible arm and disengages the locking tab; and the actuator in a second position releases the collapsible arm and engages the locking tab.

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