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Multi-conductor plug and socket apparatus

US7462957B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 5, 2003
Grant dateDec 9, 2008
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R2107/00
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electronic switching circuit system designed to be compatible with coaxial barrel style plug and socket connectors. Specific plug and socket contacts utilize a simple electronic device that causes the switching circuit associated with either or both the plug and socket to be activated only when the plug and socket pair is fully engaged.

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