Power adapter having contact elements in a recess and method of controlling a power adapter
US11978988B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 13, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 7, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S20/222
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A power adapter configured to provide power to a load is described. The power adapter may comprise a first plurality of contact elements, wherein the first plurality of contact elements comprises a first contact element configured to receive a power signal and a second contact element configure to receive a ground signal; a recess comprising a second plurality of contact elements, wherein the recess is configured to receive a control attachment that may be removably coupled to the recess; a first switch having a first terminal for receiving the power signal, wherein the first switch is accessible by a user of the power adapter; and a second switch coupled to the first switch, wherein the second switch controls an application of the power signal to a third contact element of the first plurality of contact elements by way of the first switch.
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