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In-wall power adapter having an outlet

US12045071B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 2, 2020
Grant dateJul 23, 2024
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Expiry dateJun 2, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R25/006
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An in-wall power adapter configured to control the application of power to a load is described. The in-wall power adapter comprises a first plurality of contact elements comprising a first contact element configured to receive a power signal and a second contact element configured to receive a neutral signal; an outlet coupled to receive the power signal and the neutral signal; and a recess for receiving a control attachment; wherein the recess comprises a second plurality of contact elements configured to provide the power signal and the neutral signal to the control attachment.

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