Data storage or recording device and process for hermetically connecting a data recording and storage cartridge and receptacle
US6796813B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/641
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The invention is data recording (and storage) device for use in a severe environment. A connection is made between a cartridge 40 comprising a data recording and storage means on its receptacle 30 by contact and not by insertion, and the contact is made for each electrical contact by the cooperation of a plug 10, mounted elastically by a means 11 on receptacle 30 and a stud 12, 16 or 18 mounted on cartridge 40. The invention also comprises a process for cartridge-receptacle engagement which ensures self-cleaning of contacts. The device is intended for use on airliners, combat aircraft, ships, helicopters, combat vehicles such as, for example, armored vehicles, spacecraft and similar equipment.
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