Connection of trace circuitry in a computer disk drive system
US7059868B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 3, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K2203/167
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for connecting flexible circuitry in a disk drive system such as that used in computer systems. The system and method allow a large number of traces to be connected in a small area by forming male and female connector portions at an end of a mating pair of traces. the male and female portions are formed using conventional flexible circuit fabrication techniques, making possible very accurate control of very small built-in type connectors. The connection can be uncoupled and re-coupled, and added security of attachment can be achieved through the use of ultra-sonic bonding and use of a mechanical clamp.
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