Shape memory actuators for multi-contact electrical connectors
US4643500A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 1985 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/932
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Shape memory materials, preferably metals, are employed to replace levers to control opening and closing of opposed pairs of contacts in cam operated, multi-contact, zero insertion force connectors; the shape memory material replacing levers for translating or rotating cam actuators in the connectors.
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