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Fragmented backplane system for I/O applications

US6824393B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 22, 2002
Grant dateNov 30, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 20, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K7/1444
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A backplane system allowing a very large number of interconnections between high-connectivity printed circuit boards and a backplane is disclosed. The backplane is fragmented into a plurality of backplane parts that comprise connectors on their edges to mate connectors arranged on the high-connectivity printed circuit boards. These backplane parts may also include other connectors on their edges to couple to extension printed circuit boards requiring less interconnections or cables. Interposers can be used to link several backplane parts and provide enhanced air circulation.

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