Shape memory actuator for a multi-contact electrical connector
US4734047A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 26, 1987 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2007 |
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 multicontact, zero insertion force connectors; the shape memory material replacing levers for opening the connectors.
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