Connector cover with separate activation and latching mechanisms
US11165183B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 28, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/73
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus includes a connector cover and a lever arm coupled to the connector cover, the lever arm being shaped to accommodate a portion of an activating pin, wherein contact of the activating pin with the lever arm causes a movement of the connector cover from a first position to a second position. The apparatus includes a latch assembly comprising a clamp, the clamp in a clamped position preventing the connector cover from moving from the first position to a second position. The apparatus includes a first bracket with a first indentation, the first indentation being sized to accommodate a portion of a first locating pin, wherein an insertion of the first locating pin into the first indentation moves the clamp from the clamped position to an unclamped position, the unclamped position permitting the connector cover to move when activated by the insertion of the activating pin.
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