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Method for coupling connectors using an anti-rotation device

US7146704B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 20, 2004
Grant dateDec 12, 2006
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49995
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention is generally directed to an anti-rotation device for mating connectors, and methods of using same. In one illustrative embodiment, the method comprises coupling a first connector to a second connector, removing at least a portion of the second connector after the first and second connectors are coupled together to thereby define a recess in the second connector, and coupling an anti-rotation member to at least one of the first and second connectors, wherein the anti-rotation member engages at least a portion of the first connector and is adapted to engage at least a portion of the recess in the second connector.

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