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Circuit interruption device with constrictive arc extinguishing feature

US9064659B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 12, 2013
Grant dateJun 23, 2015
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Expiry dateAug 28, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01H71/02
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A circuit interruption device includes at least one constriction zone. The constriction zone provides for interference with arcing of an electrical signal. The device may include at least one expansion zone. The device may include at least one movable component to assist in creation of the at least one constriction zone. A method of fabrication is provided.

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