Laminated relays with multiple flexible contacts
US7215229B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 22, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 8, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H50/005
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems of assembling and making laminated electro-mechanical system (LEMS) switches are described. A plurality of structural layers are formed that include at least two structural layers that each include a flexible member. The plurality of structural layers are stacked and aligned into a stack, to form at least one switch. Each structural layer in the stack is attached to an adjacent structural layer of the stack. When the formed switch is in an “on” state, the first flexible member is in contact with the second flexible member. When making contact with the second flexible member, the second flexible member flexes in response. In a further aspect, three flexible members may be present. When the switch is in an “on” state, the first flexible member is in contact with the second and third flexible members. When making contact with the second and third flexible members, the second and third flexible members flex in response.
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