Receptacle with heat management for electronic and optical systems
US8911244B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K7/20454
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus that is a receptacle adapted for receiving a connector. The apparatus may further include a hinged heat sink included in the receptacle. The hinged heat sink adapted in an open position for insertion and removal of a cable. The hinged heat sink further adapted in a closed position to make thermal contact with a thermally active location of the connector wherein a thermal path is provided for a dissipation point on the outside of the electronic receptacle.
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