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Easily mated compact connector

US6409531B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 12, 2001
Grant dateJun 25, 2002
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Expiry dateFeb 12, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S439/909
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electrical connector that comprises a pressure surface bearing a first array of electrical contacts. In addition a side-wall has an exterior surface and is physically connected to the pressure surface. The exterior surface bears a second array of electrical contacts, which are electrically connected to the first array of electrical contacts. Additionally, the electrical connector may include a ball screw for pressing the first array into the second array.

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