Unitized cable plug array for mobile power generation equipment
US11171438B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Nov 9, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R24/28
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system for coupling plugs and receptacles comprises a deformable base extending along an axis from a first end, through a middle portion and to a second end along a non-linear path, first connectors mounted to the base at different axial positions, a housing extending linearly from a third end to a fourth end, second connectors located on the housing at different linear positions, and a closure mechanism configured to deform the base such that each connector of the first connectors aligns with and is couplable to a corresponding connector of the second connectors. A method for coupling plugs and sockets comprises coupling a first plug extending from a base to a first socket located in a housing, aligning a second plug extending from the base with a second socket located in the housing, and flexing the base to bring the second plug into engagement with the second socket.
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