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Data storage device enclosure with overmolded connector to provide conductive lead support

US7420769B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 13, 2004
Grant dateSep 2, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49025
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A storage apparatus that electrically connects to a central processor unit includes an enclosure having a surface and a printed circuit board. The printed circuit board is fixedly coupled to the surface of the enclosure and configured to operate the storage apparatus. The printed circuit board has a plurality of contact pads. The storage apparatus also includes an electrical connector having a plurality of conductive pins electrically coupled to the plurality of contact pads. An overmold section couples the electrical connector to the surface of the enclosure.

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