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1.

Contact of a Connector

      
Application Number 18979762
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-13
First Publication Date 2025-04-03
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Solutions GmbH (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Swanger, Nathan William
  • Evans, Nicholas Lee
  • Schroll, Neil Franklin
  • Mumper, Guenther
  • Hall, John Wesley
  • Brandt, Jochen

Abstract

An electrical contact includes a cantilever beam extending from a beam connected end connected to a body of the electrical contact to a beam free end along an insertion direction, and a protection tab extending from a tab connected end connected to the body of the electrical contact to a tab free end in a direction opposite to the insertion direction. The tab free end is positioned between the beam free end and the beam connected end along the direction opposite to the insertion direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/642 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by position or shape of contact members
  • H01R 9/03 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable
  • H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
  • H01R 13/64 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling
  • H01R 13/648 - Protective earth or shield arrangements on coupling devices
  • H01R 13/658 - High frequency shielding arrangements, e.g. against EMI [Electro-Magnetic Interference] or EMP [Electro-Magnetic Pulse]
  • H01R 13/6582 - Shield structure with resilient means for engaging mating connector
  • H01R 13/6591 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members
  • H01R 13/6592 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members the conductive member being a shielded cable

2.

Grommet Housing for Receiving a Connector Insert, Connector and Connector Assembly

      
Application Number 18531864
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-07
First Publication Date 2024-06-13
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Mechteridis, Dimitrios
  • Panitz, Gregor

Abstract

A connector includes a grommet housing and a connector insert received in the grommet housing. The grommet housing includes a conductor receiving opening for passing an electrical or optical conductor from an outer region of the grommet housing into an inner region of the grommet housing. The grommet housing includes an insertion opening for plugging the connector insert together with a mating connector. The grommet housing includes a sealing surface which encircles the insertion opening at least in sections for sealing the inner region. The grommet housing is made of rubber-elastic material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces

3.

Stamped and Bent Part for Conducting Electrical Currents or for Shielding

      
Application Number 18352340
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-14
First Publication Date 2024-01-18
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity India Private Limited (India)
Inventor
  • H P, Sukshitha
  • Patagar, Vishnu
  • Barth, Joachim
  • Khan, Tajdar
  • Stalder, Alisa

Abstract

A stamped and bent part has a plate-shaped section and a pin section projecting from the plate-shaped section. The stamped and bent part has a main grain direction. The pin section has a bending section at which the pin section is bent about a bending axis. The bending axis is perpendicular to the main grain direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/6594 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members the shield being mounted on a PCB and connected to conductive members
  • H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces
  • H01R 13/6582 - Shield structure with resilient means for engaging mating connector
  • H01R 12/57 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals surface mounting terminals

4.

Method of producing a surface finish on an electrically conductive substrate and electric conductor with the surface finish thereon

      
Application Number 18340391
Grant Number 12620510
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-23
First Publication Date 2023-12-28
Grant Date 2026-05-05
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Solutions GmbH (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Soneja, Shallu
  • Wu, Yiliang
  • Gulsoy, Gokce
  • Schmidt, Helge
  • Sachs, Soenke

Abstract

A method for producing a surface finish on an electrically conductive substrate includes transferring an ink having a plurality of electrically conductive particles onto an area of a predetermined form and/or size on a surface of the electrically conductive substrate by gravure and/or flexo printing. The ink is heated to a temperature that is higher than a melting point of the electrically conductive particles to create a melt. The melt solidifies into the surface finish on the electrically conductive substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01B 13/32 - Filling or coating with impervious material
  • H01B 1/02 - Conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materialsSelection of materials as conductors mainly consisting of metals or alloys
  • H01B 5/02 - Single bars, rods, wires or stripsBus-bars
  • H01B 13/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing conductors or cables

5.

Splitting unit for a single pair ethernet hybrid line and hybrid ethernet power system

      
Application Number 18331267
Grant Number 12470417
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-08
First Publication Date 2023-12-21
Grant Date 2025-11-11
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Nederland B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • De Bruijn, Jeroen Joszef Maria
  • Van Gils, Wijnand
  • Jaeger, Peter Dirk
  • Hilgner, Michael

Abstract

A splitting unit for a single pair Ethernet (SPE) hybrid line includes an input connection element, a first output connection element, a second output connection element, and an active unit providing power and data at the second output connection element. The input connection element, the first output connection element, and the second output connection element transfer power and data. The active unit has a power sourcing equipment (PSE) connected to the input connection element and to at least one of the first output connection element and the second output connection element. The PSE taps power from a power line onto a data line.

IPC Classes  ?

6.

Electrical Contact Sleeve with Low Insertion Force

      
Application Number 18184214
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-03-15
First Publication Date 2023-09-21
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor De Cloet, Olivier

Abstract

An electrical contact sleeve includes a contact spring extending in a longitudinal direction from a base to an end of the electrical contact sleeve on a connector side. The contact spring has a recess and a plurality of spring legs adjoining the recess in a circumferential direction. The spring legs unite to form a free end of the contact spring.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets
  • H01R 13/18 - Pins, blades or sockets having separate spring member for producing or increasing contact pressure with the spring member surrounding the socket

7.

Electrical Circuit Board-Plug Contact Device

      
Application Number 18163342
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-02
First Publication Date 2023-08-10
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Rosan, Daniel
  • Dietrich, Willi
  • Kumar, Rajesh
  • Masak, Stefan

Abstract

An electrical contact device includes a first electrical contact portion mechanically fixing and electrically connecting the electrical contact device to a circuit board by press-fitting, a second electrical contact portion forming an electrical plug contact matable with an electrical mating contact element, and a spring portion arranged between the first and second electrical contact portions in a longitudinal direction of the electrical contact device. The second electrical contact portion has a fork structure with a pair of fork elements mechanically clamping and fixing the electrical mating contact element on the electrical contact device. The spring portion electrically connects the first and second contact portions. The spring portion permits an elastic variation of a spacing between the first and second electrical contact portions in the longitudinal direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets
  • H01R 43/24 - Assembling by moulding on contact members
  • H01R 13/15 - Pins, blades or sockets having separate spring member for producing or increasing contact pressure
  • H01R 12/58 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals terminals for insertion into holes

8.

Dual connector with spring and insulation displacement connection (IDC) terminals

      
Application Number 18152826
Grant Number 12438290
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-11
First Publication Date 2023-07-13
Grant Date 2025-10-07
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Italia Distribution S.r.l. (Italy)
Inventor
  • Di Maggio, Stanislas
  • Farinola, Marcello
  • Genta, Alessandro
  • Heiss, Dominik

Abstract

An electrical connector for grounding a multicore cable having a shield includes a spring terminal engaging the shield and an insulation displacement connection (IDC) terminal terminating a ground wire. The shield is grounded through the electrical connector.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/247 - Connections using contact members penetrating or cutting insulation or cable strands the contact members penetrating the insulation being actuated by springs
  • H01R 43/26 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for engaging or disengaging the two parts of a coupling device

9.

Electric Assembly Having a Contact Body Comprising or Consisting of an Elastically Flexible and Electrically Conductive Material

      
Application Number 18170237
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-02-16
First Publication Date 2023-06-29
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Feldmeier, Guenter
  • Szelag, Martin

Abstract

An electric assembly includes a carrier device having an electrical conductor element and a contact body including an elastically flexible and electrically conductive material. The contact body is connected to the electrical conductor element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/6584 - Shield structure with resilient means for engaging mating connector with separate conductive resilient members between mating shield members formed by conductive elastomeric members, e.g. flat gaskets or O-rings
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • H01R 13/24 - Contacts for co-operating by abutting resilientContacts for co-operating by abutting resiliently mounted
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases

10.

Electrical plug connector and method for assembling an electrical plug connector

      
Application Number 18068840
Grant Number 12500366
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-20
First Publication Date 2023-06-22
Grant Date 2025-12-16
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Raab, Stefan
  • Mairoser, Andre
  • Kraenzlein, Harald
  • Oettle, Andreas
  • Rudi, Alexander

Abstract

A connector includes a housing defining a first receiving space and a second receiving space, a conductive electrical connecting element arranged in the second receiving space, a retaining element engaging around at least portions of the electrical connecting element and a contact-securing insert arranged in the first receiving space. The conductive electrical connecting element includes a contact sleeve adapted to connect to a contact pin, and an electrical contact adapted to connect to an electrical conductor. The contact-securing insert fixing the electrical connecting element and the retaining element within the housing in an axial direction of the electrical connecting element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/426 - Securing in a demountable manner by separate resilient retaining piece supported by base or case, e.g. collar
  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets
  • H01R 43/20 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for assembling or disassembling contact members with insulating base, case or sleeve

11.

Method for crimping an electrical cable and electrical cable

      
Application Number 17989062
Grant Number 12640530
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-17
First Publication Date 2023-05-18
Grant Date 2026-05-26
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • De Cloet, Olivier
  • Yilmaz, Turgay

Abstract

A method for crimping an electrical cable with a shielding braid and an insulation enclosing the shielding braid includes removing the insulation at a predetermined area to expose an exposed portion of the shielding braid. The method includes crimping an inner crimp sleeve, comprising a pair of opposing crimp flanks, one of the crimp flanks has a locking latch and the other one of the crimp flanks has a latching receptacle, onto the insulation adjacent to the predetermined area and then bending back the exposed portion of the shielding braid at least sectionally over the inner crimp sleeve.

IPC Classes  ?

12.

Electrical Power Connector for Contacting an Elongated DC Power Distribution Busbar, and Method of Monitoring a Connection

      
Application Number 17989890
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-18
First Publication Date 2023-05-18
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Keutz, Frank
  • Rothenberger, Ingo

Abstract

An electrical power connector includes a connector housing having a receptacle receiving an elongated DC power distribution busbar, a first spring contact element arranged at a first side of the receptacle and pressed with a contact area to a first surface of the elongated DC power distribution busbar, and a second spring contact element pressed to a second surface of the elongated DC power distribution busbar opposite the first surface. The second spring contact element is arranged at a second side of the receptacle opposite to the first side. The power connector includes a temperature sensing device arranged inside the connector housing and monitoring a temperature at the first spring contact element and/or the second spring contact element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 25/14 - Rails or bus-bars constructed so that the counterparts can be connected thereto at any point along their length
  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • H01R 13/15 - Pins, blades or sockets having separate spring member for producing or increasing contact pressure

13.

Method for Surface Treatment of an Electrical Contact Element and Contact Element

      
Application Number 17989919
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-18
First Publication Date 2023-05-18
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Greiner, Felix
  • Thoss, Stefan
  • Leidner, Michael
  • Ostendorf, Frank
  • Schmidt, Helge
  • Sanchez, Esteban
  • Job, Stefan

Abstract

A method for treating an electrically conductive contact element includes applying a lubricant to at least a partial region of a contact surface of the electrically conductive contact element. The contact surface is metallic. The contact surface is changed by plasma treatment to produce a coating of a solid lubricant on the partial region of the contact surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/03 - Contact members characterised by the material, e.g. plating or coating materials

14.

CONTACT ARRANGEMENT FOR A COAXIAL PLUG AND MUTLIPLE CONTACT ARRANGEMENT

      
Application Number 18053929
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-09
First Publication Date 2023-05-18
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Aboulkassem, Samir
  • Mumper, Guenther

Abstract

A contact arrangement for a coaxial plug comprises an inner conductor contact having an insertion opening for inserting a mating contact in a mating direction, and an insulating dielectric body enclosing the inner conductor contact. The inner contact and the insulation body each define insertion bevels in an area of the insertion opening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/645 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by exchangeable elements on case or base
  • H01R 24/38 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts
  • H01R 13/642 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by position or shape of contact members

15.

High-voltage relay with improved mechanical shock tolerance for a drive or charging circuit of an electric vehicle with a rocker as armature

      
Application Number 17982969
Grant Number 12462996
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-08
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Grant Date 2025-11-04
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kroeker, Matthias
  • Sandeck, Peter
  • Koch, Harry
  • Rahn, Bernd
  • Habur, Fabian

Abstract

A high-voltage relay includes a magnetic drive assembly having a first yoke and a second yoke spaced apart from one another, and an armature driven by the magnetic drive assembly. The armature is a rocker having a first arm and a second arm extending away from the first yoke. The armature can be tilted between an open position and a switching position and is mounted on the first yoke. The first arm has a switching contact assembly. A magnetic circuit including the first yoke and the second yoke is closed in the switching position by the second arm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 51/22 - Polarised relays
  • H01H 50/24 - Parts rotatable or rockable outside coil
  • H01H 50/58 - Driving arrangements structurally associated therewithMounting of driving arrangement on armature

16.

Heat retarding arrangement with a phase change material for an electric vehicle

      
Application Number 17984294
Grant Number 12319163
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-10
First Publication Date 2023-05-11
Grant Date 2025-06-03
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schroth, Lukas
  • Hauck, Uwe
  • Ludwig, Michael
  • Eheim, Manuel
  • Schaefer, Maik
  • Muth, Christopher
  • Weber, Alexander
  • Eckel, Markus

Abstract

A heat retarding arrangement includes a phase change material. The heat retarding arrangement is attachable at or in an electric conductor and passively cools the electric conductor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/64 - Connections between or with conductive parts having primarily a non-electric function, e.g. frame, casing, rail
  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • B60L 53/18 - Cables specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • B60L 53/302 - Cooling of charging equipment
  • H01R 13/506 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by snap action of the parts
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component

17.

Switching contact assembly for an electrical switching element and electrical switching element

      
Application Number 17975819
Grant Number 12381045
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-28
First Publication Date 2023-05-04
Grant Date 2025-08-05
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kroeker, Matthias
  • Sandeck, Peter
  • Koch, Harry
  • Rahn, Bernd
  • Habur, Fabian

Abstract

A switching contact assembly for an electrical switching element includes a contact bridge, a base, and a spring assembly. The contact bridge is attached to the base with the spring assembly between the contact bridge and the base. The contact bridge attached to the base is resilient in a direction opposite a switching direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 1/24 - Contacts characterised by the manner in which co-operating contacts engage by abutting with resilient mounting
  • H01H 1/30 - Contacts characterised by the manner in which co-operating contacts engage by abutting with resilient mounting within supporting guides
  • H01H 1/36 - Contacts characterised by the manner in which co-operating contacts engage by sliding
  • H01H 1/44 - Contacts characterised by the manner in which co-operating contacts engage by sliding with resilient mounting
  • H01H 1/50 - Means for increasing contact pressure, preventing vibration of contacts, holding contacts together after engagement, or biasing contacts to the open position
  • H01H 9/02 - Bases, casings, or covers

18.

Connection arrangement for fastening an electrical contact element to an electrical conductor

      
Application Number 17961699
Grant Number 12597719
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-07
First Publication Date 2023-04-13
Grant Date 2026-04-07
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Panitz, Gregor
  • Starke, Holger

Abstract

A connection arrangement includes an expansion ferrule insertable in a slidable manner into a central opening of an electrical contact element and an expansion element inserted into the expansion ferrule. The expansion ferrule is expanded when the expansion element is fully inserted into the expansion ferrule to clamp the electrical contact element and fasten the electrical contact element to an electrical conductor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/50 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
  • H01R 4/56 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation one conductor screwing into another
  • H01R 4/60 - Connections between or with tubular conductors
  • H01R 13/74 - Means for mounting coupling parts to apparatus or structures, e.g. to a wall for mounting coupling parts in openings of a panel

19.

Electrical element with clearance-free fixation of a plate member

      
Application Number 17965005
Grant Number 12101899
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-13
First Publication Date 2023-04-13
Grant Date 2024-09-24
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity India Private Limited (India)
Inventor
  • Kraemer, Christoph
  • Ravinthiran, Manivasakan
  • A, Pooventhan

Abstract

An electrical element includes a plate member, a first housing part having a plate insertion section adapted to guide an insertion of the plate member along an insertion direction into a mounting position of the plate member at the first housing part, and a second housing part having a locking element forming a locking with a counter locking element of the first housing part. The second housing part has a latching element engaging a counter latching element of the plate member. The latching element and the counter latching element form a latching in an engaged state.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details
  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus

20.

Cable Protection Cover for Increasing Pull-Out Resistance

      
Application Number 17960349
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-05
First Publication Date 2023-04-06
Owner
  • TE Connectivity India Private Limited (India)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Krah, Thorsten
  • Karabiyik, Hamdi
  • Singh, Kiranpal
  • Langjahr, Udo
  • Keller, Jens
  • Eichinger, Florian
  • El Moussati, Mohammed Hanie
  • Farkatsis, Dimitrios

Abstract

A cable protection cover includes a housing attachment section securing the cable protection cover to a housing of an electrical device and receiving an electric connector attached to the housing. The housing attachment section has a connector lock with a locking member restraining the electric connector in a pull-out direction in a position in which the electric connector is attached to the housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/58 - Means for relieving strain on wire connection, e.g. cord grip
  • H01R 13/639 - Additional means for holding or locking coupling parts together after engagement

21.

Connection assembly and connector with rotatable position assurance

      
Application Number 18077596
Grant Number 12531375
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-08
First Publication Date 2023-04-06
Grant Date 2026-01-20
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Reuter, Jurek
  • Roth, Konrad Helmut
  • Kressmann, Markus

Abstract

A connection assembly of a connector comprises a connection housing, a locking element and a position assurance device. The connection housing is interconnectable with a counter connection housing along a connection axis. The locking element is movable between a locking position fixing the counter connection housing to the connection housing, and a release position releasing the counter connection housing from the connection housing. The position assurance device movable between a disconnection position, in which the position assurance device permits movement of the locking element from the locking position to the release position, and a blocking position, in which the position assurance device fixes the locking element in the locking position. The position assurance device is rotated about the connection axis on the connection housing when moving between the disconnection position and the blocking position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/641 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by indicating incorrect couplingMeans for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by indicating correct or full engagement
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
  • H01R 13/639 - Additional means for holding or locking coupling parts together after engagement
  • H01R 13/53 - Bases or cases for heavy dutyBases or cases with means for preventing corona or arcing

22.

Electrical switching element with status indicator and kit for such an element

      
Application Number 17944708
Grant Number 12437946
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-14
First Publication Date 2023-03-16
Grant Date 2025-10-07
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ziegler, Titus
  • Steeg, Oliver
  • Gudith, Michael

Abstract

An electrical switching element includes a housing, an armature moved by a coil arrangement, a contact arrangement switchable by the armature into at least two switching statuses, and a magnetic field sensor outputting a magnetic field-dependent switching signal representing the switching statuses. The armature, the contact arrangement, and the magnetic field sensor are arranged in the housing. The armature is arranged between the contact arrangement and the magnetic field sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current
  • H01H 50/02 - BasesCasingsCovers
  • H01H 50/18 - Movable parts of magnetic circuits, e.g. armature
  • H01H 50/44 - Magnetic coils or windings
  • H01H 71/04 - Means for indicating condition of the switching device

23.

High-current connection clamping screw device as well as electrical high-current connector and high-current line connector

      
Application Number 17943515
Grant Number 12620757
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-13
First Publication Date 2023-03-16
Grant Date 2026-05-05
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wolfschmitt, Heiko
  • Forell, Richard A.
  • Schneider, Joachim
  • Balles, Wolfgang
  • Saenger, Walter
  • Eheim, Manuel

Abstract

A clamping screw device has a clamping screw extending in an axial direction and including a screw head that is rotatable, a screw body, and a screw foot. The clamping screw device has an electrical insulation on an outside of the screw head. The electrical insulation accommodates an electromagnetic shielding and/or a seal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/621 - Bolt, set screw or screw clamp
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/6581 - Shield structure
  • H01R 13/6592 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members the conductive member being a shielded cable
  • H01R 24/66 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure with pins, blades or analogous contacts and secured to apparatus or structure, e.g. to a wall
  • H01R 101/00 - One pole
  • H01R 24/20 - Coupling parts carrying sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable

24.

Semi-finished product provided with a window for laser welding for manufacturing an electrical contact element, method for manufacturing an electrical contact element and electrical contact element

      
Application Number 17901945
Grant Number 12627109
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-02
First Publication Date 2023-03-09
Grant Date 2026-05-12
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Dietrich, Willi
  • Sachs, Soenke

Abstract

A semi-finished product for manufacturing an electrical contact element includes a first workpiece having a front side and a rear side opposite the front side, a second workpiece, and a window extending through the first workpiece. The first workpiece and the second workpiece are both metallic. The rear side of the first workpiece is closer to the second workpiece than the front side. Through the window, a surface of the second workpiece is accessible from the first workpiece. The window has a base area that, starting at the front side of the first workpiece, increases toward the second workpiece.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 43/16 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for manufacturing contact members, e.g. by punching and by bending
  • B23K 26/064 - Shaping the laser beam, e.g. by masks or multi-focusing by means of optical elements, e.g. lenses, mirrors or prisms
  • B23K 26/22 - Spot welding
  • H01R 13/187 - Pins, blades or sockets having separate spring member for producing or increasing contact pressure the spring member being in the socket
  • H01R 43/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for soldered or welded connections
  • B23K 101/38 - Conductors

25.

Electric contact having a multilayered coating structure

      
Application Number 17898945
Grant Number 12683312
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-30
First Publication Date 2023-03-09
Grant Date 2026-07-14
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schmidt, Helge
  • Buresch, Isabell
  • Crandall, Erika
  • Borhauer, Claus Clemens

Abstract

3Ni and the top layer includes a plurality of free bismuth grains.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/03 - Contact members characterised by the material, e.g. plating or coating materials
  • C23C 14/16 - Metallic material, boron or silicon on metallic substrates or on substrates of boron or silicon
  • C23C 16/06 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition [CVD] processes characterised by the deposition of metallic material
  • C25D 5/00 - Electroplating characterised by the processPretreatment or after-treatment of workpieces
  • C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
  • H01R 12/58 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals terminals for insertion into holes

26.

Casting tool, method and use of a casting tool for postforming a cast part and cast part

      
Application Number 17901937
Grant Number 12420467
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-09-02
First Publication Date 2023-03-02
Grant Date 2025-09-23
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Pamin, Rudolf

Abstract

A casting tool has a tool part that, in a casting position, delimits a hollow of the casting tool and shapes a negative form of a self-supporting cantilever of a cast part. The tool part is transferable from the casting position along a separation direction into a separation position to demold the cast part. The hollow has an undercut with respect to the separation direction that is shaped by the tool part in the casting position.

IPC Classes  ?

27.

Electronic connector

      
Application Number 17900156
Grant Number 12374844
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-08-31
First Publication Date 2023-03-02
Grant Date 2025-07-29
Owner
  • Tyco Electronics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (China)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Liu, Jiaoyong (mac)
  • Han, Hongqiang (sean)
  • Luo, Jie (roger)
  • Keutz, Frank

Abstract

A connector comprises a housing defining a terminal accommodating portion a supporting block. The connector further includes a pair of terminal assemblies mounted in the terminal accommodating portion and arranged to be spaced apart from each other. Each terminal assembly of the pair of terminal assemblies has a plate-shaped fixing portion extending in a first direction, and a terminal portion extending from the plate-shaped fixing portion in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction. Each terminal assembly further includes an elastic supporting arm extending from a lower end of the terminal portion adjacent to the plate-shaped fixing portion in a direction inclined to both the first direction and the second direction. The elastic supporting arms of the pair of terminal assemblies abutted against the supporting block.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 25/14 - Rails or bus-bars constructed so that the counterparts can be connected thereto at any point along their length
  • H01R 13/24 - Contacts for co-operating by abutting resilientContacts for co-operating by abutting resiliently mounted
  • H01R 13/629 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure

28.

Contact of an electrical connector with protection tabs for cantilever beams

      
Application Number 17399540
Grant Number 12170424
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-11
First Publication Date 2023-02-16
Grant Date 2024-12-17
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Solutions GmbH (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Swanger, Nathan William
  • Evans, Nicholas Lee
  • Schroll, Neil Franklin
  • Mumper, Guenther
  • Hall, John Wesley
  • Brandt, Jochen

Abstract

A contact includes a cantilever beam and a protection tab. The cantilever beam extends from a beam connected end to a beam free end along an insertion direction. The protection tab extends from a tab connected end to a tab free end in a direction opposite to the insertion direction. The tab free end is positioned adjacent to the beam free end.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/642 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by position or shape of contact members
  • H01R 13/6582 - Shield structure with resilient means for engaging mating connector
  • H01R 13/6592 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members the conductive member being a shielded cable
  • H01R 9/03 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable
  • H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
  • H01R 13/64 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling
  • H01R 13/648 - Protective earth or shield arrangements on coupling devices
  • H01R 13/658 - High frequency shielding arrangements, e.g. against EMI [Electro-Magnetic Interference] or EMP [Electro-Magnetic Pulse]
  • H01R 13/6591 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members

29.

Insulation displacement connector with modular structure for fast IDC connection

      
Application Number 17870959
Grant Number 11978991
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-22
First Publication Date 2023-01-26
Grant Date 2024-05-07
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Italia Distribution S.r.l. (Italy)
Inventor
  • De Pasquale, Fabio
  • Klenner, Thomas

Abstract

An insulation displacement contact (IDC) cluster includes a plurality of IDC cluster modular units each having a plurality of receptacles adjacent to one another in a row. Each of the receptacles receives an IDC terminal. A first IDC cluster modular unit of the IDC cluster modular units is coupled to a second IDC cluster modular unit of the IDC cluster modular units to form a modular structure by stacking and fastening together, arranging the receptacles of the IDC cluster modular units in parallel rows.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/2454 - Connections using contact members penetrating or cutting insulation or cable strands the contact members having insulation-cutting edges, e.g. of tuning fork type the contact members having additional means acting on the insulation or the wire, e.g. additional insulation-penetrating means, strain relief means or wire cutting knives the additional means having two or more slotted flat portions forming a U shape with slotted branches
  • H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping
  • H01R 43/01 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for connecting unstripped conductors to contact members having insulation cutting edges

30.

Housing cap and housing for an electrical connection assembly as well as electrical connection assembly

      
Application Number 17862873
Grant Number 12334668
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-07-12
First Publication Date 2023-01-19
Grant Date 2025-06-17
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Schwan, Ralf

Abstract

A housing cap for closing an opening of a housing part includes a cover section covering the opening, a stop projecting away from the cover section, and a fastening element affixing the housing cap to the opening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/447 - Shutter or cover plate
  • H01R 4/30 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a screw or nut clamping member
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases

31.

Electrical multi-core cable crimp ferrule, and crimping method

      
Application Number 17853415
Grant Number 12136777
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-29
First Publication Date 2023-01-05
Grant Date 2024-11-05
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Klingler, Dominik

Abstract

A crimp ferrule includes an assembly portion assembled on a non-circular internal cross section of a multi-core cable and a diameter compensation portion forming a circular external cross section of the crimp ferrule on the multi-core cable. The assembly portion and the diameter compensation portion are arranged successively in an axial direction of the crimp ferrule.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/20 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping using a crimping sleeve
  • H01B 7/08 - Flat or ribbon cables
  • H01B 7/18 - Protection against damage caused by external factors, e.g. sheaths or armouring by wear, mechanical force or pressure
  • H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping
  • H01R 11/28 - End pieces consisting of a ferrule or sleeve
  • H01R 13/6591 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members
  • H01R 13/6592 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members the conductive member being a shielded cable
  • H01R 43/048 - Crimping apparatus or processes

32.

Seal for an electrical connector with reduced insertion force

      
Application Number 17851370
Grant Number 12013037
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-28
First Publication Date 2022-12-29
Grant Date 2024-06-18
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Mechteridis, Dimitrios
  • Walz, Andreas

Abstract

A seal for an electrical connector includes a sealing surface, a bearing surface opposite the sealing surface, a plurality of sealing lips protruding on the sealing surface next to one another, a plurality of support lips protruding on the bearing surface, and a plurality of recesses on the bearing surface between the support lips. Each of the sealing lips is opposite one of the recesses.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16J 15/3232 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with elastic sealings, e.g. O-rings with at least one lip having two or more lips

33.

Electrical high-voltage circuit board plug contact device and power-electric circuit board connection

      
Application Number 17841051
Grant Number 11996641
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-15
First Publication Date 2022-12-22
Grant Date 2024-05-28
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Berger, Karl Marc-Andreas
  • Luellich, Eike
  • Duenkel, Dirk
  • Reichel, Steffen
  • Fionik, Juri

Abstract

An electrical circuit board plug contact device includes an electrical circuit board contact element and an electrical plug contact element formed separately from the electrical circuit board contact element. The electrical plug contact element is laterally offset with respect to the electrical circuit board contact element and an electrically conductive connection is provided between the electrical circuit board contact element and the electrical plug contact element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 12/70 - Coupling devices
  • H01R 12/71 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures
  • H01R 12/91 - Coupling devices allowing relative movement between coupling parts e.g. floating or self aligning
  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets

34.

Adapter system for electrical connection of a connector of a cabling to different contact arrangements of different charging sockets

      
Application Number 17836336
Grant Number 12151571
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-09
First Publication Date 2022-12-15
Grant Date 2024-11-26
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Weyrauch, Dirk
  • Kowarsch, Philipp
  • Heiss, Dominik

Abstract

An adapter system for the electrical connection of a connector of a cabling to different contact arrangements of different charging sockets along a connection axis includes an adapter housing and a fastening element attaching the adapter housing to one of the charging sockets. The adapter housing has a contact surface extending perpendicularly to the connection axis and a plurality of contact openings extending along the connection axis. The contact surface is disposed at an end of the adapter housing on a socket side. An end of the adapter housing on a cable side has a cabling interface connecting to the connector. The end of the adapter housing on the socket side is attachable to each of the charging sockets by the fastening element with the contact surface in a predetermined rotational position relative to the connection axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
  • H01R 31/06 - Intermediate parts for linking two coupling parts, e.g. adapter
  • H01R 13/645 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by exchangeable elements on case or base

35.

Pre-assembled plug assembly for a plug extending through a wall

      
Application Number 17836036
Grant Number 12476410
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-09
First Publication Date 2022-12-15
Grant Date 2025-11-18
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Luellich, Eike Tim
  • Duenkel, Dirk

Abstract

A plug assembly for an electrical plug extending through a wall includes a first housing part having a contact chamber receiving an electrical contact, a second housing part having a receptacle in which the first housing part is received, and a base plate fastening the plug assembly to the wall. The plug assembly is pre-assembled by fastening the first housing part and the second housing part on different sides of the base plate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/508 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by clip or spring
  • H01R 12/57 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals surface mounting terminals
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/73 - Means for mounting coupling parts to apparatus or structures, e.g. to a wall

36.

Contact Assembly with a Frictionally Mated Contact Element as well as Module Connector, Connection Assembly, Battery Cell and Battery Module with such Contact Assemblies

      
Application Number 17826649
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-05-27
First Publication Date 2022-12-01
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Eheim, Manuel
  • Weber, Alexander
  • Hoffmann, Bjoern
  • Kaehny, Frank
  • Distler, Patrick
  • Wolf, Marcus

Abstract

A contact assembly includes a contact element having a lead-through opening, a contact section extending in a tube-shaped manner along the lead-through opening and having a contact surface, and a collar section connected to the contact section and extending the lead-through opening in a sleeve-shaped manner, a busbar having a reception opening receiving the collar section, and a fastener inserted into the lead-through opening. The contact element has a first friction surface affixable with the busbar in the reception opening in a frictionally engaging manner and a second friction surface affixable in the reception opening with the busbar or in the lead-through opening with the fastener in a frictionally engaging manner. The first friction surface and the second friction surface are mutually offset in a radial direction with respect to the lead-through opening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 50/503 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the shape of the interconnectors
  • H01R 4/56 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation one conductor screwing into another
  • H01M 50/505 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing comprising a single busbar

37.

Plug connector and connector set with a lever extension

      
Application Number 17746415
Grant Number 12040575
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-17
First Publication Date 2022-11-24
Grant Date 2024-07-16
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Buck, Carsten
  • Schall, Michael

Abstract

A plug connector pluggable together with a counter connector includes a connector housing having a guiding member and a lever device. The lever device has a lever transferrable from a plug position to a securing position, a coupling that is movable by the lever to engage the counter connector, and a lever extension attached to the lever and extendable and/or retractable with respect to the lever. A swivel movement of the lever out of the securing position is blocked by the lever extension retracted with respect to the lever. The guiding member blocks a shifting of the lever extension if the lever is moved out of the plug position and is not in the securing position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/62 - Means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts or for holding them in engagement
  • H01R 13/629 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure

38.

Vibration-proof electrical high-current flat socket contact device

      
Application Number 17741935
Grant Number 12431665
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-11
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Grant Date 2025-09-30
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Carvalho, Caio
  • Scheer, Kevin
  • Ulrich, Harald
  • Schaefer, Maik
  • Masak, Stefan
  • Stange, Holger

Abstract

An electrical flat socket contact device includes a contact chamber, a plurality of electrical contact springs arranged in the contact chamber, and a mechanical retaining spring arranged in the contact chamber separately from the electrical contact springs. A tab contact is insertable into the contact chamber. The electrical contact springs electrically contact the tab contact and the mechanical retaining spring mechanically retains the tab contact.

IPC Classes  ?

39.

Crimp contact, crimp connection and method for making a crimp connection

      
Application Number 17741851
Grant Number 12206214
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-11
First Publication Date 2022-11-17
Grant Date 2025-01-21
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • De Cloet, Olivier
  • Bluemmel, Uwe
  • Volkmann, Daniel
  • Yilmaz, Turgay
  • Delp, Michael
  • Glombitza, Erik
  • Choi, Karl Zhung-Wei

Abstract

A crimp contact includes a crimp barrel having a crimp base, a pair of crimp shoulders, a crimp region, and an impedance matching region. The crimp shoulders in the crimp region form a longitudinal seam when bent around an electrical conductor. An outer surface of the crimp barrel in the impedance matching region has a gradual expansion along a direction of the longitudinal seam.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/20 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping using a crimping sleeve

40.

Electrical contact element with a support ring

      
Application Number 17738616
Grant Number 12021325
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-06
First Publication Date 2022-11-10
Grant Date 2024-06-25
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Aboulkassem, Samir
  • Yogendra, Deeksha Venkadari
  • Flittner, Frank
  • Schrettlinger, Christian

Abstract

An electrical contact element includes a common base and a plurality of spring arms extending away from the common base along a longitudinal direction. The spring arms are arranged around an opening in a circumferential direction and are spaced from one another in a contactless relaxed initial state. An end of at least two of the spring arms facing away from the common base forms an annular segment projecting in the circumferential direction on at least one side of the end. The annular segments form a support ring and mutually support each other in a fully compressed state.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/05 - Resilient pins or blades
  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets
  • H01R 24/40 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency

41.

Terminal having a bolt section

      
Application Number 17242401
Grant Number 11502431
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-04-28
First Publication Date 2022-11-03
Grant Date 2022-11-15
Owner
  • TE CONNECTIVITY GERMANY GMBH (USA)
  • TE CONNECTIVITY BRASIL INDUSTRIA DE ELETRONICOS LTDA (USA)
Inventor
  • Leme, Rafael Kazuo Sato T
  • Oliveira, Djalma
  • Barletta, Paulo
  • Mayer, Jochen

Abstract

A terminal includes a body and a bolt section at a first end of the body. The bolt section has a body passageway extending through the body and a sidewall defining the body passageway. The bolt section has a rib disposed on the sidewall and protruding into the body passageway.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 11/12 - End pieces terminating in an eye, hook, or fork
  • H01R 4/34 - Conductive members located under head of screw

42.

Assembly for securing a printed circuit board to a plug body, method of securing a printed circuit board to a plug body

      
Application Number 17734991
Grant Number 12266875
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-02
First Publication Date 2022-11-03
Grant Date 2025-04-01
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Schwan, Ralf

Abstract

Shown is an assembly or securing a printed circuit board to a plug body, having a contact element with a holding face facing against a plugging direction of the contact element, and a securing member, that can be transferred into a securing position, in which the printed circuit board is secured by the securing member in a positive fit manner against the plug direction at the holding face. Further shown is a method of securing a printed circuit board at the plug body, wherein a holding face of a contact element facing against a plug direction is inserted through an opening in the printed circuit board and subsequently a securing member is transferred to a securing position, in which the printed circuit board is secured by the securing member in a positive fit manner against the plug direction at the holding face.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 12/70 - Coupling devices
  • H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces
  • H01R 43/20 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for assembling or disassembling contact members with insulating base, case or sleeve
  • H01R 12/71 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases

43.

Electrical conductor assembly, method for producing an electrical conductor assembly

      
Application Number 17719937
Grant Number 11837805
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-13
First Publication Date 2022-10-20
Grant Date 2023-12-05
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Veihl, Maximilian
  • Buechling, Chris
  • Eheim, Manuel
  • Kaehny, Frank
  • Wolf, Marcus
  • Ulrich, Harald
  • Scheer, Kevin
  • Lueck, Florian
  • Kosmalski, Christoph
  • Maurus, Rolf

Abstract

An electrical conductor assembly includes a line section having a plurality of conductor wires formed of a first electrically conductive material, a contact section in which the conductor wires are compacted to form a contact unit, and a layer formed of a second electrically conductive material. The layer is disposed on a contact surface of the contact unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 11/11 - End pieces or tapping pieces for wires or cables, supported by the wire or cable and having means for facilitating electrical connection to some other wire, terminal, or conductive member
  • H01R 43/28 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for wire processing before connecting to contact members, not provided for in groups
  • H02G 15/02 - Cable terminations

44.

Tool for producing an arrangement composed of an electrical line and contact device

      
Application Number 17720870
Grant Number 11876330
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-14
First Publication Date 2022-10-20
Grant Date 2024-01-16
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Bluemmel, Uwe

Abstract

A tool for producing an arrangement composed of an electrical line and a contact device with a crimp sleeve includes a first press jaw unit and a guide unit. The first press jaw unit delimits a tool receptacle and receives the crimp sleeve and the electrical line. The first press jaw unit has a first press jaw with a first press surface and a second press jaw with a second press surface. The second press surface is adjustable between a first press position positioned radially inwardly and a second press position. The guide unit provides a first pressing force transmitted into the first press surface and from the first press jaw to the second press jaw. The first press surface stamps a first stamped indentation and the second press surface stamps a second stamped indentation into the crimp sleeve to crimp the crimp sleeve on the electrical line.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/20 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping using a crimping sleeve
  • H01R 43/058 - Crimping mandrels

45.

Integrated cable processing device

      
Application Number 17720884
Grant Number 12062875
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-14
First Publication Date 2022-10-20
Grant Date 2024-08-13
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Klingler, Dominik
  • Strelow, Markus

Abstract

An electrical crimp ferrule includes a circumferential center portion, a first circumferential flank connected to the center portion, and a second circumferential flank connected to the center portion. The circumferential center portion integrally connects the first and second circumferential flanks. At least one crimp diameter compensation element extends from at least one of the first circumferential flank or the second circumferential flank and is adapted to engage with an electrical cable having a non-circular cross section in a crimped state of the ferrule.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping
  • H01R 43/048 - Crimping apparatus or processes

46.

Contact element for an electrical plug

      
Application Number 17710506
Grant Number 11888251
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-31
First Publication Date 2022-10-06
Grant Date 2024-01-30
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Oettle, Andreas
  • Raab, Stefan

Abstract

A contact element for an electrical plug includes a base and a spring element deflectable towards and/or away from the base. The spring element is laterally limited by a first side flank and a second side flank. The spring element has a spring base at an end of the spring element connected to the base. The spring element extends away from the spring base in a longitudinal direction. The first side flank is closer to the base than the second side flank and the second side flank faces away from the first side flank. The first side flank has a first length and the second side flank has a second length. A ratio of the second length to the first length is greater than or equal to 0.5.

IPC Classes  ?

47.

Electrically insulating touch protection device and connection assembly with such a touch protection device

      
Application Number 17704908
Grant Number 12212093
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-25
First Publication Date 2022-09-29
Grant Date 2025-01-28
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hoffmann, Bjoern
  • Weber, Alexander
  • Kaehny, Frank
  • Buechling, Chris
  • Wolf, Marcus
  • Eheim, Manuel
  • Distler, Patrick

Abstract

An electrically insulating touch protection device for an electrical conductor includes an insulating tube and a housing receiving an end of the electrical conductor. The housing has an end section pointing toward the insulating tube. The end section has a first segment and a second segment. The first segment is inserted into the insulating tube and the second segment is placed on the insulating tube.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/516 - Means for holding or embracing insulating body, e.g. casing
  • H01R 13/512 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by screw or screws

48.

Arrangement for making a diffusion solder connection between an electrically conductive contact element and a workpiece

      
Application Number 17695448
Grant Number 12138707
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-15
First Publication Date 2022-09-22
Grant Date 2024-11-12
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Blumenschein, Rudi
  • Kaehny, Frank
  • Eheim, Manuel

Abstract

An arrangement for making a diffusion solder connection between an electrically conductive contact element and a workpiece includes a protective chamber and an acceleration device. The protective chamber has a workpiece position at which at least a portion of the workpiece is arranged. The acceleration device shoots the electrically conductive contact element into the workpiece arranged at the workpiece position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23K 20/00 - Non-electric welding by applying impact or other pressure, with or without the application of heat, e.g. cladding or plating
  • B23K 20/02 - Non-electric welding by applying impact or other pressure, with or without the application of heat, e.g. cladding or plating by means of a press
  • B23K 20/26 - Auxiliary equipment

49.

Seal for an electrical plug connector as well as electrical plug connector and electrical plug connection assembly with such a seal

      
Application Number 17691393
Grant Number 12107363
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-10
First Publication Date 2022-09-15
Grant Date 2024-10-01
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Schwan, Ralf

Abstract

A seal for an electrical plug connector includes a passage opening receiving a contact element, a contact sealing section extending along the passage opening in a sleeve-shaped manner, and a creepage distance increase section disposed opposite the contact sealing section. The creepage distance increase section continues the passage opening in a tubular manner and/or extends away from the passage opening in a plate-shaped manner.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases

50.

Component for attaching a cable to a housing member

      
Application Number 17692720
Grant Number 12388217
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-11
First Publication Date 2022-09-15
Grant Date 2025-08-12
Owner
  • TE Connectivity India Private Limited (India)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ripper, Hartmut
  • Ashour, Yehya
  • S, Vinoth Kumar

Abstract

A component for attaching a cable to a housing member includes an attachment section having an attachment element and a cable clamping section integrally connected to the attachment section. The cable clamping section has a tubular shape and forms a cable tunnel. The cable clamping section has a clamping tongue that is deflectable into the cable tunnel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces
  • H01R 13/58 - Means for relieving strain on wire connection, e.g. cord grip

51.

Distribution Automation Device

      
Application Number 17741974
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-05-11
First Publication Date 2022-08-25
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Nederland BV (Netherlands)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • De Bruijn, Jeroen Jozef Maria
  • Feldmeier, Guenter

Abstract

A distribution automation device for receiving a plug connector includes a housing having a socket at least partially receiving the plug connector. The socket has a locking feature engaging a complementary locking feature of the plug connector. The locking feature and the housing are formed integrally with one another as a monolithic unit.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/622 - Screw-ring or screw-casing
  • H01R 27/02 - Coupling parts adapted for co-operation with two or more dissimilar counterparts for simultaneous co-operation with two or more counterparts
  • H01R 13/625 - Casing or ring with bayonet engagement
  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
  • H01R 13/518 - Means for holding or embracing insulating body, e.g. casing for holding or embracing several coupling parts, e.g. frames

52.

Connector configurator

      
Application Number 17181489
Grant Number 12198174
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-22
First Publication Date 2022-08-25
Grant Date 2025-01-14
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Nentwig, Anne
  • Jetter, Rolf
  • Brueck, Hans-Juergen
  • Lechner, Matthias
  • Stjepanovic, Zoran

Abstract

A connector configurator includes a connector configuration system and a customer connected to the connector configuration system. The connector configuration system has a configuration processor and a configurator module executable by the configuration processor. The customer has a display. The customer accesses the configurator module to receive a plurality of interface data displayed on the display. The customer transmits selections of the interface data to the connector configuration system to create a configured connector using the configurator module. The configurator module displays the configured connector on the display based on the transmitted selections of the interface data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06Q 30/00 - Commerce
  • G06F 30/31 - Design entry, e.g. editors specifically adapted for circuit design
  • G06F 30/367 - Design verification, e.g. using simulation, simulation program with integrated circuit emphasis [SPICE], direct methods or relaxation methods
  • G06F 30/398 - Design verification or optimisation, e.g. using design rule check [DRC], layout versus schematics [LVS] or finite element methods [FEM]
  • G06Q 30/0601 - Electronic shopping [e-shopping]
  • G06F 111/16 - Customisation or personalisation
  • G06F 119/08 - Thermal analysis or thermal optimisation

53.

Additive manufacturing system comprising a plurality of manufacturing stations and method for additively manufacturing a plurality of work pieces

      
Application Number 17673354
Grant Number 12128614
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-16
First Publication Date 2022-08-18
Grant Date 2024-10-29
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Sinder, Josef
  • Brenner, Kerstin
  • Naumov, Daniel

Abstract

An additive manufacturing system includes a plurality of manufacturing stations each performing a manufacturing step, a laser beam coupling device receiving a laser beam as an input beam, and a plurality of beam paths along which a light of the input beam is guided. The beam paths are directed from the laser beam coupling device to the manufacturing stations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 64/182 - Processes of additive manufacturing specially adapted for manufacturing multiple 3D objects in parallel batches
  • B29C 64/214 - Doctor blades
  • B29C 64/241 - Driving means for rotary motion
  • B29C 64/245 - Platforms or substrates
  • B29C 64/268 - Arrangements for irradiation using laser beamsArrangements for irradiation using electron beams [EB]
  • B29C 64/286 - Optical filters, e.g. masks
  • B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
  • B33Y 30/00 - Apparatus for additive manufacturingDetails thereof or accessories therefor

54.

Shielding spring contact, plug-in connector comprising a shielding spring contact, and plug-in connector system comprising a shielding spring contact

      
Application Number 17591284
Grant Number 12136788
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-02
First Publication Date 2022-08-11
Grant Date 2024-11-05
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Fertig, Jochen
  • Veihl, Maximilian
  • Listing, Martin
  • Kosmalski, Christoph
  • Bulduk, Uemit
  • Luellich, Eike
  • Scheer, Kevin
  • Ivanov, Ivan

Abstract

A shielding spring contact includes a flat base portion having a top side and a cutout, and a shielding portion having a wall connected to the flat base portion and encircling the cutout. The wall has an outer side, an inner side, an upper side, and a lower side. The lower side of the wall is arranged on the top side of the flat base portion with the lower side of the wall laterally surrounding the cutout. The top side of the flat base portion bears against a bottom side of an assembly housing portion of a first plug-in connector and the shielding portion projects through a first passage opening in the assembly housing portion. The shielding portion projects through a second passage opening in a shielding housing wall and into a shielding housing of a second plug-in connector, bearing against the shielding housing wall.

IPC Classes  ?

55.

Connection device for an electric and/or electronic appliance with an appliance housing, as well as appliance housing assembly and sensor assembly

      
Application Number 17669795
Grant Number 12244913
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-02-11
First Publication Date 2022-08-11
Grant Date 2025-03-04
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Karrasch, Gregor
  • Weiss, Anne

Abstract

A connection device for an appliance with an appliance housing includes a main body having an appliance-side end, a connection-side end facing away from the appliance-side end, and a conduit extending from the appliance-side end to the connection-side end, a securing element securing the main body to a wall section of the appliance housing, and a conductor leading through the main body from the connection-side end to the appliance-side end. The main body has a first abutment surface facing the appliance-side end. The securing element has a second abutment surface facing the first abutment surface. The first abutment surface and the second abutment surface enclose therebetween a receiving region for clamping reception of the wall section of the appliance housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04N 23/51 - Housings
  • H01R 12/71 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/74 - Means for mounting coupling parts to apparatus or structures, e.g. to a wall for mounting coupling parts in openings of a panel

56.

Contact arrangement for a connector, connector

      
Application Number 17732095
Grant Number 12255423
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-28
First Publication Date 2022-08-11
Grant Date 2025-03-18
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Nederland BV (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • De Bruijn, Jeroen Jozef Maria
  • Van Gils, Wijnand
  • Szelag, Martin
  • Jaeger, Peter Dirk
  • Buchmann, Ulrich
  • Mueller, Franz
  • Ottenbros, Nick

Abstract

A contact arrangement for a connector includes a plurality of contact elements each extending from a first connection side to a second connection side. A plurality of first end sections of a first subset of the contact elements contact a plurality of external elements in a first plane at the first connection side and a plurality of first end sections of a second subset of the contact elements contact a plurality of external elements in a second plane at the first connection side. The second plane is parallel to and spaced from the first plane in a height direction. A plurality of intermediate sections of at least some of the contact elements lie in a single common plane.

IPC Classes  ?

57.

Hybrid silicone composite for high temperature applications

      
Application Number 17161128
Grant Number 12077706
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-28
First Publication Date 2022-07-28
Grant Date 2024-09-03
Owner TE CONNECTIVITY GERMANY GMBH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Tao, Dejie
  • Wu, Yiliang
  • Pham, Lananh
  • Wang, Lei
  • Gao, Ting
  • Dressel, Andre Martin
  • Schabert, Frank

Abstract

A hybrid silicone composite for high temperature insulation applications is disclosed. The hybrid silicone composite is formed of a mixture of liquid high consistency silicone rubber and solid high consistency silicone rubber and a thermally decomposable inorganic filler which are compounded together. The compounded material is then injection molded, over molded, compression molded, cast, laminated, extruded, calendered, adhered or dispensed. When the silicone composite is exposed to a high temperature, it forms an inorganic composite and maintains its insulating properties and dimensional stability.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09K 21/14 - Macromolecular materials
  • C08G 77/04 - Polysiloxanes
  • C08K 3/22 - OxidesHydroxides of metals
  • C08K 3/26 - CarbonatesBicarbonates
  • C09K 21/02 - Inorganic materials
  • H01M 50/128 - Primary casingsJackets or wrappings characterised by the material having a layered structure comprising three or more layers with two or more layers of only inorganic material
  • H01M 50/129 - Primary casingsJackets or wrappings characterised by the material having a layered structure comprising three or more layers with two or more layers of only organic material
  • H01M 50/143 - FireproofExplosion-proof

58.

Contact device, in particular a coaxial contact device

      
Application Number 17576421
Grant Number 12184016
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-14
First Publication Date 2022-07-21
Grant Date 2024-12-31
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Mandel, Christian
  • Aboulkassem, Samir
  • Schrettlinger, Christian

Abstract

A contact device includes a first contact element extending along a straight line and a second contact element inclined with respect to the first contact element. The first contact element has a connecting body extending along the straight line, a first contact portion, and a flap. The first contact portion has a first contact socket. The flap is connected to a first fixed end at a first side of the connecting body. The first contact portion is connected to the connecting body. The flap extends along the first straight line to the first contact portion and a free end of the flap is arranged at a distance from the first contact portion. The second contact element has a second contact portion engaging the first contact socket and electrically contacting the first contact portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 24/44 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency comprising impedance matching means or electrical components, e.g. filters or switches comprising impedance matching means
  • H01R 13/6581 - Shield structure
  • H01R 13/6582 - Shield structure with resilient means for engaging mating connector
  • H01R 24/40 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency
  • H01R 24/54 - Intermediate parts, e.g. adapters, splitters or elbows
  • H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member
  • H01R 13/02 - Contact members
  • H01R 13/10 - Sockets for co-operation with pins or blades
  • H01R 13/646 - Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups or specially adapted for high-frequency, e.g. structures providing an impedance match or phase match
  • H01R 13/6473 - Impedance matching
  • H01R 13/6474 - Impedance matching by variation of conductive properties, e.g. by variation of dimensions
  • H01R 13/6476 - Impedance matching by variation of conductive properties, e.g. by variation of dimensions by making an aperture, e.g. a hole
  • H01R 24/42 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts specially adapted for high frequency comprising impedance matching means or electrical components, e.g. filters or switches
  • H01R 103/00 - Two poles

59.

Contact device and method for producing the contact device

      
Application Number 17576373
Grant Number 12149018
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-14
First Publication Date 2022-07-21
Grant Date 2024-11-19
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kraenzlein, Harald
  • Leiminger, Daniel
  • Oettle, Andreas
  • Raab, Stefan
  • Liebl, Thomas
  • Hertlein, Marina

Abstract

A contact device includes a contact housing and a contact element. The contact housing defines a contact receptacle and a latching receptacle opening into the contact receptacle. The contact element includes a contact body arranged within the contact receptacle and extending in a longitudinal direction and adapted to contact a mating contact of a mating contact device, and a latching spring connected to the contact body on a first end and extending along a spring axis into the latching receptacle. The latching spring has a stop inclining obliquely with respect to the spring axis and abutting a face of the latching receptacle and a recess formed through the latching spring at first distance from the stop face.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/432 - Securing in a demountable manner by resilient locking means on the contact membersSecuring in a demountable manner by locking means on resilient contact members by stamped-out resilient tongue snapping behind shoulder in base or case
  • H01R 13/50 - BasesCases formed as an integral body
  • H01R 43/16 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for manufacturing contact members, e.g. by punching and by bending

60.

Module connector with at least one displaceable contact assembly

      
Application Number 17579199
Grant Number 11901653
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-19
First Publication Date 2022-07-21
Grant Date 2024-02-13
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Buechling, Chris
  • Kaehny, Frank
  • Eheim, Manuel
  • Wolf, Marcus
  • Hoffmann, Bjoern
  • Weber, Alexander
  • Distler, Patrick

Abstract

A module connector for electrically connecting a pair of electric modules includes a pair of contact assemblies spaced from one another and fastening the module connector to the electric modules, a conductor assembly electrically connecting the contact assemblies and, with the contact assemblies, forming an electrical connection between the electric modules, and a housing formed of an electrically insulating material. The contact assemblies and the conductor assembly are accommodated in the housing. At least one of the contact assemblies is fastened to the conductor assembly in a manner displaceable relative to the conductor assembly in a direction of displacement directed towards and/or away from the other of the contact assemblies.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 11/09 - Individual connecting elements providing two or more spaced connecting locations for conductive members which are, or may be, thereby interconnected, e.g. end pieces for wires or cables supported by the wire or cable and having means for facilitating electrical connection to some other wire, terminal, or conductive member, blocks of binding posts characterised by the type of the connecting locations on the individual element or by the type of the connections between the connecting locations and the conductive members the connecting locations being identical
  • H01M 50/503 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the shape of the interconnectors
  • H01R 4/30 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a screw or nut clamping member
  • H01R 4/34 - Conductive members located under head of screw

61.

Ribbon cable connector with a clamping device

      
Application Number 17576340
Grant Number 11936129
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-14
First Publication Date 2022-07-14
Grant Date 2024-03-19
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kraenzlein, Harald
  • Raab, Stefan
  • Hertlein, Marina

Abstract

A ribbon cable connector is fixed at an end of a ribbon cable. The ribbon cable has a plurality of electrical conductors extending parallel and distanced to one another. The ribbon cable connector includes an insertion slot extending in a plugging direction and receiving the ribbon cable, a plurality of contact element receptacles extending parallel and distanced to one another, a plurality of structures in the insertion slot extending parallel to one another and aligned with the contact element receptacles, and a clamping device configured to clamp the ribbon cable in the insertion slot. An end of the insertion slot inside of the ribbon cable connector adjoins the contact element receptacles in the plugging direction. The structures are each separated from one another by a partition wall.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 12/77 - Coupling devices for flexible printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables or like structures

62.

Housing for an electrical connector

      
Application Number 17704637
Grant Number 12166312
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-25
First Publication Date 2022-07-07
Grant Date 2024-12-10
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Nederland BV (Netherlands)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Szelag, Martin
  • Wiborg, Ole
  • De Bruijn, Jeroen
  • Mueller, Franz

Abstract

A housing for an electrical connector includes a housing body having an opening receiving a cable in an insertion direction and a pair of cable covers hinged to the housing body at a proximal end of each cable cover of the pair of cable covers. The pair of cable covers extend away from the opening. Each of the cable covers is pivoted away from the other cable cover in a cable mounting position and each cable cover is pivoted toward the other cable cover to form a cable support sleeve supporting the cable in an operating position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/00 - Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups or
  • H01R 13/58 - Means for relieving strain on wire connection, e.g. cord grip
  • H01R 13/625 - Casing or ring with bayonet engagement
  • H01R 13/629 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure
  • H01R 24/00 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure

63.

Contact pin with a cooling channel system and electrical plug with such a contact pin

      
Application Number 17692694
Grant Number 12562526
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-03-11
First Publication Date 2022-06-23
Grant Date 2026-02-24
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Eckel, Markus

Abstract

A contact pin for an electrical plug includes a contact element formed of an electrically conductive material and a contact protection formed of an electrically non-conductive material and at least partially enclosing the contact element. A cooling channel system conducting a cooling fluid is formed in the contact protection. The cooling channel system has a cooling fluid supply and a cooling fluid return connected to the cooling fluid supply in a fluid conducting manner. The fluid cooling channel extends to a distal end of the contact element that faces a mating plug matable with the electrical plug.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/533 - Bases or cases made for use in extreme conditions, e.g. high temperature, radiation, vibration, corrosive environment, pressure
  • H01R 13/24 - Contacts for co-operating by abutting resilientContacts for co-operating by abutting resiliently mounted
  • H01R 101/00 - One pole

64.

Bus bar contact for attachment to a bus bar, and method for attaching a bus bar contact

      
Application Number 17554561
Grant Number 12155162
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-17
First Publication Date 2022-06-23
Grant Date 2024-11-26
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Buechling, Chris
  • Kaehny, Frank
  • Eheim, Manuel
  • Wolf, Marcus
  • Hoffmann, Bjoern
  • Weber, Alexander
  • Distler, Patrick

Abstract

A busbar contact includes a contact ring and a fastening element. The contact ring has a contact surface at a distal end and a press-in flange projecting radially. The press-in flange has a cylindrical contact surface pointing radially outward.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/30 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a screw or nut clamping member
  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
  • H01R 25/16 - Rails or bus-bars provided with a plurality of discrete connecting locations for counterparts

65.

Lubricant applicator, applicator device, assembly and charging station and method for applying a solid lubricant

      
Application Number 17554504
Grant Number 12343757
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-17
First Publication Date 2022-06-23
Grant Date 2025-07-01
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Schmidt, Helge

Abstract

A lubricant applicator for applying a solid lubricant to an electrically conductive contact element of a plug and socket device is provided. The applicator includes an applicator section having a lubricating surface. The lubricating surface is formed by a solid body made of or containing the solid lubricant. The applicator section is sized and shaped in the form of a complementary mating contact to be engaged with or plugged together with the contact element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B05C 7/00 - Apparatus specially designed for applying liquid or other fluent material to the inside of hollow work
  • H01R 13/60 - Means for supporting coupling part when not engaged
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries

66.

Electrical element, method of preparing an electrical element for a soldering step, and device for preparing an electrical element for a soldering step

      
Application Number 17554598
Grant Number 11864321
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-17
First Publication Date 2022-06-23
Grant Date 2024-01-02
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Blumenschein, Rudi
  • Dressel, Andre Martin
  • Brabetz, Florian
  • Greth, David

Abstract

An electrical element includes a pair of conducting elements spaced from one another, a recess receiving an electrical component, and a trough extending from a first conducting element of the pair of conducting elements to a second conducting element of the pair of conducting elements. The conducting elements are at least partially exposed in the recess.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • H05K 3/00 - Apparatus or processes for manufacturing printed circuits
  • H01B 7/08 - Flat or ribbon cables
  • H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering

67.

Electrical plug device with a blocking mechanism for a position assurance element which can be released by a mating housing

      
Application Number 17547684
Grant Number 12046856
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-10
First Publication Date 2022-06-16
Grant Date 2024-07-23
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Fischer, Carsten
  • L'Abbate, Carlo

Abstract

An electrical plug device includes a connector housing pluggable with a mating housing, a connection aid engageable with the mating housing, a position assurance element held at the connector housing and displaceable from an open position to a securing position, and a blocking mechanism. The connection aid is movable from a plugging position to a holding position. The connector housing in the plugging position is connectable to the mating housing. The mating housing in the holding position is held at the connector housing. The connection aid in the open position is movable from the plugging position to the holding position and in the securing position is fixated in the holding position. The blocking mechanism blocks the position assurance element in the open position and has a release element with which the blocking mechanism is released in a state of the connector housing and the mating housing being plugged together.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/629 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure
  • H01R 13/639 - Additional means for holding or locking coupling parts together after engagement

68.

Cable sealing plug with locking part

      
Application Number 17547717
Grant Number 12322897
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-10
First Publication Date 2022-06-16
Grant Date 2025-06-03
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Fischer, Carsten
  • Hildmann, Roman
  • Veihl, Maximilian
  • Eckel, Markus

Abstract

A cable sealing plug includes a cable pass through opening extending through the cable sealing plug in an axial direction, a compression seal extending around the cable pass through opening, and a locking part having a locking system. The compression seal is transferable to a compressed state in which an inner diameter of the compression seal is smaller than a predetermined cable diameter of an electric cable extending through the cable pass through opening. The locking part and the compression seal are formed as a unitary component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16L 5/10 - Sealing by using sealing rings or sleeves only
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • B29C 45/14 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor incorporating preformed parts or layers, e.g. injection moulding around inserts or for coating articles
  • G02B 6/38 - Mechanical coupling means having fibre to fibre mating means

69.

Contact ring for highly dynamic applications

      
Application Number 17527556
Grant Number 11677202
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-16
First Publication Date 2022-05-19
Grant Date 2023-06-13
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Burghard, Michael
  • Fertig, Jochen
  • Masak, Stefan
  • Pollok, Hubert
  • Scheer, Kevin
  • Ivanov, Ivan

Abstract

A contact ring including a ring-shaped structure formed of an electrically conductive material. The ring-shaped structure has a plurality of projections on at least one side and a plurality of blades on at least one side. The projections and the blades penetrate an electrically insulating surface layer of each of a pair of contact elements and contact an electrically conductive material of each of the contact elements to electrically connect the contact elements.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 39/64 - Devices for uninterrupted current collection
  • H01R 39/02 - Rotary current collectors, distributors or interrupters Details
  • H01R 4/26 - Connections in which at least one of the connecting parts has projections which bite into or engage the other connecting part in order to improve the contact

70.

Plug insert for a connector assembly and connector assembly

      
Application Number 17561320
Grant Number 12142885
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-23
First Publication Date 2022-05-19
Grant Date 2024-11-12
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Nederland BV (Netherlands)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • De Bruijn, Jeroen
  • Szelag, Martin
  • Van Gils, Wijnand
  • Mueller, Franz
  • Buchmann, Ulrich
  • Laub, Mike

Abstract

A plug insert comprises a plug insert body including at least one contact member accessible from outside the plug insert, at least one insulation displacement contact electrically connected to the contact member, and a guiding assembly. At least one wire manager module includes at least one cable receptacle for receiving and holding a cable or wire. The guiding assembly guides the wire manager module relative to the plug insert body from a pre-assembly position, to an assembly position in which the insulation displacement contact extends into the cable receptacle.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/2433 - Flat plates, e.g. multi-layered flat plates mounted in an insulating base one part of the base being movable to push the cable into the slot
  • H01R 13/50 - BasesCases formed as an integral body
  • H01R 13/506 - BasesCases composed of different pieces assembled by snap action of the parts

71.

Cooling fluid guidance housing and electrical connector system with a cooling fluid guidance housing

      
Application Number 17516981
Grant Number 12548944
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-11-02
First Publication Date 2022-05-05
Grant Date 2026-02-10
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Duenkel, Dirk

Abstract

A cooling fluid guidance housing guides a cooling fluid around an electrical connector system including a connector and a mating connector. The cooling fluid guidance housing includes a first section in which a support element is arranged, a second section in which an inner wall of the cooling fluid guidance housing follows an outer wall of the connector housing at a predefined distance with the connector received in the cooling fluid guidance housing, and a cooling fluid connection. The support element contacts a connector housing of the connector. The inner wall in the second section defines a cooling channel surrounding at least in part the outer wall, and the cooling fluid is introduced into the cooling channel through the cooling fluid connection.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/533 - Bases or cases made for use in extreme conditions, e.g. high temperature, radiation, vibration, corrosive environment, pressure
  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • H01R 24/28 - Coupling parts carrying pins, blades or analogous contacts and secured only to wire or cable
  • H01R 43/20 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for assembling or disassembling contact members with insulating base, case or sleeve

72.

High-current contact means and method for operating the high-current contact means

      
Application Number 17506782
Grant Number 12043131
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-21
First Publication Date 2022-04-28
Grant Date 2024-07-23
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Meier, Ruediger
  • Stabroth, Waldemar
  • Seipel, Volker

Abstract

A high-current contact device includes a contact element and a cooling device. The cooling device has a coolant container thermally connected to the contact element, an absorber container arranged at a distance from the coolant container and the contact element, a fluid line extending between the coolant container and the absorber container, and a valve arranged in the fluid line. The coolant container has a coolant and the absorber container has an absorber material. The coolant container is fluidly connected to the absorber container in a valve open position and is fluidly separated from the absorber container in a valve closed position. The coolant changes to a gaseous phase in the coolant container to cool the contact element. The fluid line conveys the coolant in the gaseous phase from the coolant container to the absorber container, and the absorber material absorbs the coolant in the gaseous phase.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B60L 53/302 - Cooling of charging equipment
  • B60L 53/16 - Connectors, e.g. plugs or sockets, specially adapted for charging electric vehicles
  • F25B 15/06 - Sorption machines, plants or systems, operating continuously, e.g. absorption type without inert gas the refrigerant being water vapour evaporated from a salt solution, e.g. lithium bromide
  • H01R 13/00 - Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups or

73.

Assembly with a stack of sheet metal joined from at least three superimposed layers of sheet metal

      
Application Number 17510801
Grant Number 12030103
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-26
First Publication Date 2022-04-28
Grant Date 2024-07-09
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Luellich, Eike
  • Berger, Karl Marc-Andreas

Abstract

An assembly includes at least three layers of sheet metal lying directly on top of one another and joined in a stack of sheet metal. The layers of sheet metal are each joined in pairs by a clinching joint. At least one layer of sheet metal arranged between one of the pairs of layers of sheet metal joined by the clinching joint and an outer side of the stack each have an access opening aligned with the clinching joint.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 43/16 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for manufacturing contact members, e.g. by punching and by bending
  • B21D 39/03 - Application of procedures in order to connect objects or parts, e.g. coating with sheet metal otherwise than by platingTube expanders of sheet metal otherwise than by folding
  • H01R 12/51 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H01R 25/16 - Rails or bus-bars provided with a plurality of discrete connecting locations for counterparts

74.

Device and Method for Compact Embedded Wire Welding Using a Shape-Forming Electrode

      
Application Number 17505139
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-10-19
First Publication Date 2022-04-21
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • MEAS Ireland (Betatherm) Limited (Ireland)
Inventor
  • Weinerth, Walter
  • Yan, Wenting
  • Mcfadden, Sean

Abstract

An apparatus includes a set of pre-welding electrodes including a shape-forming electrode having a contact face. The contact face has a shape-forming structure shaping a cross-section of a first segment of a first wire with a pre-welding shape upon compression of the contact face against the first segment. The pre-welding shape has a reentrance accommodating a second segment of a second wire to be welded to the first wire.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23K 11/30 - Features relating to electrodes
  • B23K 11/00 - Resistance weldingSevering by resistance heating
  • B23K 11/34 - Preliminary treatment
  • H01R 43/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for soldered or welded connections

75.

Fixation device for affixing a contact element in a housing of a connector

      
Application Number 17496067
Grant Number 12009617
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-07
First Publication Date 2022-04-14
Grant Date 2024-06-11
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schmitt, Thomas
  • Nickel, Jens
  • Saenger, Walter
  • Gregor, Christian
  • Listing, Martin
  • Jetter, Rolf
  • Kosmalski, Christoph
  • Balles, Wolfgang

Abstract

A fixation device for fixing a contact element within a connector. The device includes a housing defining a contact element receptacle for receiving a contact element and a support face defining a deflection surface for supporting the contact element within the housing, and a clamping device for clamping the contact element in the contact element receptacle with a clamping force directed in a clamping direction. The deflection surface is oriented at an angle relative to the clamping direction such that it deflects a component or portion of the clamping force acting upon the contact element in a direction transverse to the clamping direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/58 - Means for relieving strain on wire connection, e.g. cord grip
  • H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces

76.

Measurement system, electrical machine and method for producing an electrical machine of this kind

      
Application Number 17558988
Grant Number 11936249
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-12-22
First Publication Date 2022-04-14
Grant Date 2024-03-19
Owner
  • TE Connectivity India Private Limited (India)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • Volkswagen AG (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Begium BV (Belgium)
Inventor
  • Embo, Bram
  • Pillu, Dirk
  • Schindel, Rainer
  • Wiechert, Sebastian
  • Dohmann, Mathias
  • Ravinthiran, Manivasakan

Abstract

A measurement system for an electrical machine includes a position sensor device arranged on a rotor of the electrical machine, a carrier connected to the position sensor device, and a temperature sensor device fastened to the carrier. The position sensor device is configured to ascertain an item of information about an orientation of the rotor. The temperature sensor is configured to ascertain a temperature of a stator of the electrical machine.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02K 11/21 - Devices for sensing speed or position, or actuated thereby
  • H02K 5/00 - CasingsEnclosuresSupports
  • H02K 11/25 - Devices for sensing temperature, or actuated thereby
  • H02K 15/00 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining or repairing of dynamo-electric machines

77.

Electric terminal having secondary latching device

      
Application Number 17500285
Grant Number 11955756
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-10-13
First Publication Date 2022-04-14
Grant Date 2024-04-09
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Leiminger, Daniel
  • Brandt, Jochen
  • Oettle, Andreas
  • Raab, Stefan
  • Lechler, Ulrich
  • Hertlein, Marina
  • Staufinger, Florian
  • Konrad, Jiri
  • Merkle, Andreas
  • Stegmeier (nee Kirschbaum), Julia

Abstract

An electric terminal including a contact section having a locking lance locking the electric terminal in a connector housing of an electric connector and a transition section extending from the contact section and having a secondary latching with a secondary latching device latching the electric terminal in the connector housing. The locking lance is axially additionally secured in the contact section away from an attachment of the locking lance to the contact section and/or a plurality of side walls of the electric terminal are closed by a circumferential connection in the secondary latching device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member
  • H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping

78.

Electrical connector with minimal transfer of torsional load

      
Application Number 17463674
Grant Number 11923637
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-01
First Publication Date 2022-04-07
Grant Date 2024-03-05
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Bischoff, Daniel
  • Domke, Daniel
  • Schiemer, Bjoern

Abstract

An electrical connector configured to be mated to a mating connector includes a housing assembly and a core assembly held rotatably within the housing assembly. The core assembly includes a contact assembly having a contact configured to electrically contact a mating contact of the mating connector, a finger protection assembly configured to at least partially cover the contact assembly, and a cable retention assembly configured to be attached onto an electrical cable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/42 - Securing in a demountable manner
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening

79.

Method for manufacturing a wiring system

      
Application Number 17481646
Grant Number 11777299
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-22
First Publication Date 2022-03-24
Grant Date 2023-10-03
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Bluemmel, Uwe
  • Gregor, Christian

Abstract

A method for manufacturing a wiring system includes providing an electric cable having an electric conductor and a contact element with a termination portion, and removing a cable insulation in a first sub-portion of the electric cable. The cable insulation remains on the electric conductor in a second sub-portion of the electric cable offset from the first sub-portion. The electric conductor is welded at the first sub-portion to a termination surface of the termination portion. The first sub-portion is pressed against the termination portion and compressed during welding. A holding device encompasses the second sub-portion at least partially. The holding device supports the second sub-portion at least during the welding and compressing of the first sub-portion and maintains a position of the second sub-portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 15/02 - Cable terminations
  • B23K 37/04 - Auxiliary devices or processes, not specially adapted for a procedure covered by only one of the other main groups of this subclass for holding or positioning work
  • H01R 43/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for soldered or welded connections
  • B23K 101/32 - Wires
  • B23K 20/10 - Non-electric welding by applying impact or other pressure, with or without the application of heat, e.g. cladding or plating making use of vibrations, e.g. ultrasonic welding

80.

Switching assembly and method for measuring a position of a contact bridge in a switching assembly

      
Application Number 17482732
Grant Number 12066304
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-23
First Publication Date 2022-03-24
Grant Date 2024-08-20
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Lindner, Christian
  • Rahn, Bernd
  • Sandeck, Peter
  • Kroeker, Matthias
  • Koch, Harry

Abstract

A switching assembly comprises a pair of fixed contacts, and a contact bridge movable between a bridging position in which the contact bridge electrically connects the contacts and a separated position in which the contacts are electrically separated. A detector of the assembly includes at least one sensor for detecting the presence of the contact bridge in at least one of the separated position or the bridging position, and a controller operatively connected to the sensor and having a first switching point and a second switching point. One of the switching points is associated with a position of the contact bridge between the bridging position and the separated position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01D 5/14 - Mechanical means for transferring the output of a sensing memberMeans for converting the output of a sensing member to another variable where the form or nature of the sensing member does not constrain the means for convertingTransducers not specially adapted for a specific variable using electric or magnetic means influencing the magnitude of a current or voltage
  • H01H 71/04 - Means for indicating condition of the switching device
  • H03K 17/97 - Switches controlled by moving an element forming part of the switch using a magnetic movable element

81.

Chiclets for a chiclet connector

      
Application Number 17473223
Grant Number 11837803
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-13
First Publication Date 2022-03-17
Grant Date 2023-12-05
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Nederland BV (Netherlands)
  • TE Connectivity India Private Limited (India)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Reinhardt, Marc
  • Mumper, Guenther
  • Rusch, Christian
  • Bergner, Bert
  • Rathod, Srinivas
  • Smink, Rutger Wilhelmus
  • Tuin, Jabobus Nicolaas
  • Weiss, Anne
  • Aboulkassem, Samir
  • Yogendra, Deeksha Venkadari
  • Mandel, Christian
  • Volkmann, Daniel
  • Karrasch, Gregor

Abstract

A chiclet for a chiclet connector includes a conductor having a first end and a second end. A housing of the chiclet encloses and defines a housing interior. The conductor extends through the housing interior with the first and second ends of the conductor forming contacts projecting from the housing. The housing forms an electromagnetic shield electrically insulated from the conductor. A support of the chiclet corresponds in shape to the housing interior and is connected to the conductor for fixing the conductor within the housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 12/72 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H01R 13/6587 - Shielding material individually surrounding or interposed between mutually spaced contacts for separating multiple connector modules for mounting on PCBs
  • H01R 107/00 - Four or more poles

82.

Connector with a position assurance element having a contact receptacle

      
Application Number 17411477
Grant Number 11843200
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-25
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Grant Date 2023-12-12
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Benichou, Jonathan

Abstract

A connector includes a connector position assurance element having a contact receptacle for receiving an electrical contact element, and a connector housing having a contact receptacle for receiving another electrical contact element and a receptacle for receiving the connector position assurance element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/641 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by indicating incorrect couplingMeans for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by indicating correct or full engagement
  • H01R 13/422 - Securing in a demountable manner in resilient one-piece base or caseOne-piece base or case formed with resilient locking means
  • H01R 103/00 - Two poles

83.

Retention mechanism for attachment of technical equipment unit to a mounting rail and technical equipment unit with such a retention mechanism

      
Application Number 17412479
Grant Number 11749973
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-26
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Grant Date 2023-09-05
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ofenloch, Markus
  • Zimmer, Frank
  • Aboulkassem, Mohamed
  • Kreutz, Friedhelm

Abstract

A retention mechanism for attaching equipment to a mounting rail comprises a slider including a first retention section and a pivoting lever mechanical coupled to the slider. The slider is movable in a translational manner along a sliding direction with respect to a remaining portion of the retention mechanism. The lever includes a second retention section aligned with the first retention section in the sliding direction. A reception area for receiving the mounting rail is defined between the first retention section and the second retention section.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/14 - Mounting supporting structure in casing or on frame or rack
  • H02B 1/052 - Mounting on rails

84.

Angled connector and method of assembling an angled connector

      
Application Number 17463687
Grant Number 11769964
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-09-01
First Publication Date 2022-03-03
Grant Date 2023-09-26
Owner
  • TE Connectivity India Private Limited (India)
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kugler, Marco
  • Barth, Joachim
  • Hugar, Danappa
  • Patagar, Vishnu
  • H P, Sukshitha

Abstract

An angled connector includes a connector housing, a terminal support held by the connector housing, and a first terminal held in the terminal support. The connector housing has a first terminal passage and a second terminal passage extending at an angle to the first terminal passage. The first terminal passage and the second terminal passage intersect one another in an intersection region. The terminal support is slidable relative to the connector housing along the first terminal passage from a first position to a second position. The first terminal at least partially extends into the first terminal passage. The first terminal is closer to the second terminal passage in the second position than in the first position, and the first terminal is at least partially arranged in the intersection region in the second position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/645 - Means for preventing, inhibiting or avoiding incorrect coupling by exchangeable elements on case or base
  • H01R 13/6581 - Shield structure

85.

Current sensor element, current sensor unit, and method of measuring a current

      
Application Number 17405469
Grant Number 11726114
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-18
First Publication Date 2022-02-24
Grant Date 2023-08-15
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Gruendler, Jens

Abstract

A current sensor element includes a resistance section, a first electrically conductive connection section connected to a first end of the resistance section and having a first voltage measurement contact, and a second electrically conductive connection section connected to a second end of the resistance section and having a second voltage measurement contact and a third voltage measurement contact. The first electrically conductive connection section and the second electrically conductive connection section are connectable to feed a current to be measured through the resistance section. The first voltage measurement contact, the second voltage measurement contact, and the third voltage measurement contact are arranged in a way that a first resistance between the first voltage measurement contact and the second voltage measurement contact is smaller than a second resistance between the first voltage measurement contact and the third voltage measurement contact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 19/00 - Arrangements for measuring currents or voltages or for indicating presence or sign thereof
  • G01R 31/3828 - Arrangements for monitoring battery or accumulator variables, e.g. SoC using current integration
  • G01R 1/20 - Modifications of basic electric elements for use in electric measuring instrumentsStructural combinations of such elements with such instruments
  • G01R 19/32 - Compensating for temperature change

86.

Contact arrangement having a measuring device for determining a contacting state of the contact arrangement by means of an acoustic signal

      
Application Number 17410377
Grant Number 12007443
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-08-24
First Publication Date 2022-02-24
Grant Date 2024-06-11
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Kipp, Stefan

Abstract

A contact arrangement includes a first electrical contact, a second electrical contact and a measuring device for determining a contacting state between the first and second contacts. In a first contacting state the first and second contacts are electrically isolated from one another, and in a second contacting state the first and second contacts are electrically connected to one another. The measuring device includes an acoustic signal transmitter for transmitting an acoustic signal into the first contact, and a signal receiver connected to the second contact in a sound-conducting manner.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 31/327 - Testing of circuit interrupters, switches or circuit-breakers

87.

Terminal assembly comprising a foam sealing material, electrical terminal and electrical conductor comprising a foamable sealing material as well as a method for sealing the connection between an electrical wire and an electrical terminal

      
Application Number 16866084
Grant Number RE048927
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-05-04
First Publication Date 2022-02-08
Grant Date 2022-02-08
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schmidt, Helge
  • Haghighi, Maryam
  • Thoss, Stefan

Abstract

A terminal assembly comprises a conductor and an electrical terminal having a connection area connected to the conductor. A seal of the terminal assembly seals the connection area in a fluid-tight manner. The seal is composed of a foamable sealing material which includes an activatable blowing agent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/70 - Insulation of connections
  • H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases

88.

Method of crimping an electrical HF connection device

      
Application Number 17383925
Grant Number 11916346
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-23
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Grant Date 2024-02-27
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor De Cloet, Olivier

Abstract

A method for crimp mounting a high-frequency (HF) electrical crimp connecting device to an electrical cable includes the steps of crimping a ferrule into a mounting state wherein its maximum diameter is fixed, and arranging the ferrule in its mounting state over an exposed shielding conductor of the cable. A terminal is crimped onto an inner conductor of the cable, and a shielding contact sleeve is placed over the cable and crimped, at least in the area of the ferrule. A target impedance or impedance range of the resulting cable is set according to at least one of a dimension of at least one crimping tool used to perform the crimping steps, or at least one dimension of at least one of the resulting crimps performed by the at least one crimping tool.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 43/05 - Crimping apparatus or processes with wire-insulation stripping
  • H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables

89.

Electrical plug-type connection and electrical connector

      
Application Number 17382996
Grant Number 12261389
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-22
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Grant Date 2025-03-25
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Panitz, Gregor

Abstract

An electrical plug-type connection comprises a first connector including a connector housing and at least one electrical terminal arranged therein, and a mating connector for coupling to the first connector. The mating connector includes at least one mating electrical terminal extending in an axial direction, and a mating terminal touch protection device movable from an initial position into a final position by the connector housing as the first connector and the mating connector are coupled.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/44 - Means for preventing access to live contacts
  • H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces
  • H01R 13/627 - Snap-action fastening
  • H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only

90.

Electrical ferrule, electrical connecting device and electrical connector

      
Application Number 17383939
Grant Number 11870189
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-23
First Publication Date 2022-01-27
Grant Date 2024-01-09
Owner TE Connectivity Germany Gmbh (Germany)
Inventor
  • De Cloet, Olivier
  • Bieber, Joerg
  • Mandel, Christian
  • Rusch, Christian
  • Bergner, Bert

Abstract

An electrical ferrule for an electrical cable comprises a body defining a circumferential center portion connecting a first flank and a second flank, the first and second flanks arranged opposite one another in a radial direction of the ferrule. At least one latch or lock is defined on at least one of the flanks for selectively fixing the flanks together and closing the ferrule in a manner in which a diameter of the ferrule may be varied during its installation onto an electrical cable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
  • H01R 24/54 - Intermediate parts, e.g. adapters, splitters or elbows
  • H01R 4/18 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation effected solely by twisting, wrapping, bending, crimping, or other permanent deformation by crimping
  • H01R 13/436 - Securing a plurality of contact members by one locking piece
  • H01R 103/00 - Two poles

91.

Electronic component with cooling clearance, and assembly method

      
Application Number 17372996
Grant Number 12016137
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-12
First Publication Date 2022-01-20
Grant Date 2024-06-18
Owner
  • TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
  • TE Connectivity Solutions GmbH (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Sarraf, David Bruce
  • Kosch, Bernd
  • Hangauer, Andreas

Abstract

An electronic component includes a circuit carrier unit and a housing at least partly encompassing the circuit carrier unit. The circuit carrier unit has an electronic element assembled on the circuit carrier unit. The circuit carrier unit has a first section and a second section arranged at a distance from the first section and opposing the first section. The housing has a first receiving portion receiving the first section and a second receiving portion receiving the second section. The first receiving portion and the second receiving portion are separated from each other by a cooling clearance.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
  • H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details

92.

Low-warpage injection-molded housing part and electrical connector with such a housing part

      
Application Number 17360125
Grant Number 11641077
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-28
First Publication Date 2021-12-30
Grant Date 2023-05-02
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor Panitz, Gregor

Abstract

A housing part includes a base section having a pair of oppositely disposed flat sides, a pair of housing sections each extending away from one of the pair of oppositely disposed flat sides, and a plurality of fibers disposed in the base section and the housing sections. A main fiber orientation of the fibers in each of the housing sections is oriented away from the base section.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/46 - BasesCases
  • B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mouldApparatus therefor

93.

High-current contact device and connection device for transmitting electrical energy in a motor vehicle

      
Application Number 17360189
Grant Number 12394948
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-28
First Publication Date 2021-12-30
Grant Date 2025-08-19
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Glaser, Stefan Ernst
  • Saenger, Walter
  • Schroth, Lukas

Abstract

A high-current contact device includes a contact element insertable along a plug-in axis at least partially into a further contact element of a further high-current contact device, a contact housing having a contact receiver receiving the contact element, and a temperature measuring device. The contact housing has a sensor receiver that is inclined with respect to the plug-in axis and leads into the contact receiver. The temperature measuring device is arranged at least partially in the sensor receiver. The temperature measuring device bears against an outer circumferential side of the contact element and measures a temperature of the contact element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • G01K 1/08 - Protective devices, e.g. casings
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • H01R 13/502 - BasesCases composed of different pieces

94.

Module connector

      
Application Number 17361599
Grant Number 11962109
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-29
First Publication Date 2021-12-30
Grant Date 2024-04-16
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wolf, Marcus
  • Distler, Patrick
  • Kaehny, Frank
  • Buechling, Chris

Abstract

A module connector includes a first connection part and a second connection part that can be electrically conductively connected with the first connection part. The first connection part has a first attachment element and the second connection part has a second attachment element; the first attachment element can be inserted into the second attachment element. Each of the first connection part and the second connection part has a contact protection at a side facing the other connection part. The contact protection has an outer electrically insulating collar and an electrically insulating protection pin surrounded by the outer electrically insulating collar. At least one of the first connection part and the second connection part has a current bridge between the outer electrically insulating collar and the electrically insulating protection pin. The outer electrically insulating collar and the electrically insulating protection pin extend beyond the current bridge.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/504 - BasesCases composed of different pieces different pieces being moulded, cemented, welded, e.g. ultrasonic, or swaged together
  • H01R 13/40 - Securing contact members in or to a base or caseInsulating of contact members
  • H01R 13/44 - Means for preventing access to live contacts
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/629 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure
  • H01R 24/38 - Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts

95.

Plug connectors for a plug connector system, plug connector system and method for producing a plug connector system

      
Application Number 17358624
Grant Number 11670897
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-25
First Publication Date 2021-12-30
Grant Date 2023-06-06
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Aboulkassem, Samir
  • Weidner, Matthias
  • Fuhry, Hans-Dieter
  • Bernstorf, Joerg

Abstract

A plug connector system comprises a first plug connector and a second plug connector. The first plug connector includes a first shield defining an engagement portion, with an outer side of the engagement portion having a marking positioned thereon. The second plug connector includes a second shield defining a receiving portion for receiving the engagement portion of the first shield. The receiving portion includes an opening formed therethrough and positioned such that the marking of the first plug connector can be arranged entirely within the region of the opening in a mated state of the first and second plug connectors.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/6583 - Shield structure with resilient means for engaging mating connector with separate conductive resilient members between mating shield members
  • H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets
  • H01R 13/629 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure
  • H01R 103/00 - Two poles

96.

High current contact device

      
Application Number 17351591
Grant Number 12088049
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-18
First Publication Date 2021-12-23
Grant Date 2024-09-10
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Zabeck, Sebastian
  • Mueller, Alexander
  • Giri, Sandeep
  • Kowarsch, Philipp
  • Heiss, Dominik
  • Meissner, Tobias

Abstract

A high current contact device for transmitting electric energy includes a contact housing, a first contact element arranged in the contact housing, the first contact element extends at least in portions along a mating axis, and a temperature measuring device having a circuit carrier with a first temperature sensor and a first heat conducting path. The first temperature sensor is arranged on the circuit carrier and the circuit carrier is arranged laterally adjacent to the first contact element. The first heat conducting path has a first heat conducting element that is elastic and heat conductive with a contact surface. The contact surface abuts against a first outer circumferential side of the first contact element. The first heat conducting element thermally couples the first contact element to the first temperature sensor. The first temperature sensor measures a temperature of the first contact element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • G01K 1/14 - SupportsFastening devicesArrangements for mounting thermometers in particular locations
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases

97.

High-current contact device and method of producing a high-current contact device

      
Application Number 17351652
Grant Number 11688984
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-18
First Publication Date 2021-12-23
Grant Date 2023-06-27
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Heiss, Dominik
  • Kowarsch, Philipp
  • Meissner, Tobias
  • Wittrock, Frank

Abstract

A high-current contact device includes a first contact element transmitting electrical energy, a circuit carrier, a first data contact transmitting data, and a data interface. The first contact element extends through the circuit carrier along a mating axis at a feedthrough. A conductor track of the circuit carrier electrically connects the first data contact to the data interface. A carrier of the circuit carrier is injection-molded and mechanically supports the first data contact, the conductor track, and the data interface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/36 - Conductive members located under tip of screw
  • H01R 27/02 - Coupling parts adapted for co-operation with two or more dissimilar counterparts for simultaneous co-operation with two or more counterparts
  • H01R 13/50 - BasesCases formed as an integral body
  • H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • H01R 43/20 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for assembling or disassembling contact members with insulating base, case or sleeve
  • H01R 43/24 - Assembling by moulding on contact members
  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • H01R 12/57 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals surface mounting terminals
  • H01R 12/58 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals terminals for insertion into holes

98.

Welding method for connecting a first connector to a second connector, the use of the welding method, and a welded connection

      
Application Number 17335395
Grant Number 12233491
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-06-01
First Publication Date 2021-12-09
Grant Date 2025-02-25
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Glaser, Karlheinz
  • Weinerth, Walter
  • Yan, Wenting

Abstract

A welding method includes providing a first connector having a first end, providing a second connector having a second end for being welded to the first end, overlapping the first end and the second end, applying a contactless heating to a central section of the first end and melting an end section of the first end facing the second connector, and cooling the first end and the second end to form a weld connecting the first connector and the second connector. The first connector and the second connector extend in opposite directions from the weld.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23K 9/23 - Arc welding or cutting taking account of the properties of the materials to be welded
  • B23K 9/16 - Arc welding or cutting making use of shielding gas
  • B23K 26/21 - Bonding by welding
  • B23K 26/323 - Bonding taking account of the properties of the material involved involving parts made of dissimilar metallic material
  • B23K 35/38 - Selection of media, e.g. special atmospheres for surrounding the working area
  • B23K 37/00 - Auxiliary devices or processes, not specially adapted for a procedure covered by only one of the other main groups of this subclass
  • B23K 37/006 - Safety devices for welding or cutting
  • B23K 101/32 - Wires
  • B23K 101/36 - Electric or electronic devices

99.

Flat electrical cable with at least one cooling channel, assembly with such a flat cable and use of such a flat cable

      
Application Number 17325677
Grant Number 12009125
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-20
First Publication Date 2021-11-25
Grant Date 2024-06-11
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Dressel, Andre Martin
  • Brabetz, Florian
  • Blumenschein, Rudi
  • Toth, Gerzson
  • Hauck, Uwe

Abstract

A flat electrical cable comprises a conductive core having a core sheath and a cooling channel having a cooling channel sheath. The cooling channel and the core extend mutually parallel to one another along a length of the cable and are integrally joined to one another by a web extending along the core and the cooling channel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01B 7/42 - Insulated conductors or cables characterised by their form with arrangements for heat dissipation or conduction
  • H01B 7/08 - Flat or ribbon cables
  • H01M 10/613 - Cooling or keeping cold
  • H01M 10/6554 - Rods or plates
  • H01M 10/6556 - Solid parts with flow channel passages or pipes for heat exchange
  • H01M 10/6568 - Liquids characterised by flow circuits, e.g. loops, located externally to the cells or cell casings
  • H01M 50/502 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing

100.

Cooling device for a connector element and connector element for high-voltage applications

      
Application Number 17323453
Grant Number 11855383
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-05-18
First Publication Date 2021-11-25
Grant Date 2023-12-26
Owner TE Connectivity Germany GmbH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Luellich, Eike Tim
  • Listing, Martin

Abstract

A cooling device for a connector element includes a cooling channel through which a cooling fluid can flow during operation and a bearing element holding the cooling channel. The cooling channel is a component separate from the bearing element and has a shape of a hollow duct engaging around the bearing element at least in a part of a circumference of the bearing element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/00 - Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups or
  • H01R 13/533 - Bases or cases made for use in extreme conditions, e.g. high temperature, radiation, vibration, corrosive environment, pressure
  • H01R 43/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors
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