Twist-lock electrical connector assembly
US11705658B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 24, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 24, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/936
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An electrical connector assembly includes a male terminal having a first pivot feature and a plurality of contact arms extending from the first pivot feature. The assembly further includes a female terminal having a base plate defining a second pivot feature and a plurality of receptacle features configured to receive free ends of the plurality of contact arms as the first pivot feature engages the second pivot feature and the plurality of contact arms is rotated around the first and second pivot features.
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