An electrical connector assembly comprises a header and a backing plate attachable thereto. The header includes a plug portion for connecting to a complementary mating connector, and a base having a plurality of mounting through holes for fixing the header to a mounting surface. The backing plate includes a plurality of mounting elements corresponding in location to the plurality of mounting holes of the header for fixing the backing plate to the header on an underside of the mounting surface, and a central opening corresponding in location to the plug portion of the header with the backing plate fixed to the header.
A cable connector (100-900) for connecting an electrical cable, the electrical cable including a cable conductor having a terminal end portion, the terminal end portion having an end face, includes an electrically conductive connector body (110), a conductor bore (102) in the connector body (110), a securing mechanism, and a contact mechanism (141). The connector bore (102) defines a conductor bore axis and is configured to receive the terminal end portion of the cable conductor along the conductor bore axis. The securing mechanism is operable to clamp onto the terminal end portion. The contact mechanism (141) includes a pressure member (170A, 170B), an electrical contact surface, and a drive mechanism (151). The drive mechanism (151) is selectively operable to drive the pressure member (170A, 170B) to force the electrical contact surface against the end face of the cable conductor.
A cable connector (100-900) for connecting an electrical cable, the electrical cable including a cable conductor having a terminal end portion, the terminal end portion having an end face, includes an electrically conductive connector body (110), a conductor bore (102) in the connector body (110), a securing mechanism, and a contact mechanism (141). The connector bore (102) defines a conductor bore axis and is configured to receive the terminal end portion of the cable conductor along the conductor bore axis. The securing mechanism is operable to clamp onto the terminal end portion. The contact mechanism (141) includes a pressure member (170A, 170B), an electrical contact surface, and a drive mechanism (151). The drive mechanism (151) is selectively operable to drive the pressure member (170A, 170B) to force the electrical contact surface against the end face of the cable conductor.
A charging inlet for an electric vehicle includes a housing, a terminal arranged within the housing for engaging with a corresponding mating terminal of a charging plug, and a sensor connectable to a monitoring system of the electric vehicle for detecting the presence of a charging plug installed within the charging inlet.
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
5.
Connection assembly and pin with a welding section
A pin has a compliant section at a first end and a welding section at a second end opposite the first end. The compliant section is electrically connected with a via of a printed circuit board. The welding section has a welded connection with a passive component.
H01R 12/58 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals terminals for insertion into holes
H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
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
H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
G01F 23/263 - Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of capacity or inductance of capacitors or inductors arising from the presence of liquid or fluent solid material in the electric or electromagnetic fields by measuring variations in capacitance of capacitors
A bail for forming a mechanical and electrical connection includes an inboard section and an outboard section. The inboard section includes an elongate, electrically conductive multi-strand conductor. The outboard section includes an elongate, electrically conductive solid rod conductor electrically connected to the multi- strand conductor.
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 4/2408 - Connections using contact members penetrating or cutting insulation or cable strands the contact members having teeth, prongs, pins or needles penetrating the insulation actuated by clamping screws
H01R 11/05 - 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 having different types of direct connections
7.
Electrical connection bails and stirrup systems and methods including same
A bail for forming a mechanical and electrical connection includes an inboard section and an outboard section. The inboard section includes an elongate, electrically conductive multi-strand conductor. The outboard section includes an elongate, electrically conductive solid rod conductor electrically connected to the multi-strand conductor.
H01R 4/2407 - Connections using contact members penetrating or cutting insulation or cable strands the contact members having teeth, prongs, pins or needles penetrating the insulation having saw-tooth projections
H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
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
H01R 4/30 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a screw or nut clamping member
8.
WEDGE CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS AND CONNECTIONS INCLUDING SAME
A wedge connector system for connecting first and second elongate electrical conductors includes a C-shaped sleeve member, a wedge member and a locking mechanism. The sleeve member defines a sleeve cavity and opposed first and second sleeve channels on either side of the sleeve cavity. The wedge member includes a wedge body having first and second opposed wedge side walls. The locking mechanism includes a lock member including a sleeve engagement portion, and a clamping mechanism coupled to the wedge member. The sleeve member and the wedge member are configured to capture the first and second conductors such that the first conductor is received in the first sleeve channel between the sleeve member and the first wedge side wall and the second conductor is received in the second sleeve channel between the sleeve member and the second wedge side wall. The locking mechanism is mountable on the sleeve member and the wedge member such that the sleeve engagement portion interlocks with the sleeve member and the clamping mechanism can be operated to force the wedge member into the sleeve cavity to apply clamping loads on the first and second conductors.
TE CONNECTIVITY BRASIL INDUSTRIA DE ELECTRONICOS LTDA (Brazil)
Inventor
Fortunato, Fabio
Krnetic, Zoran
Abstract
An electrical connector (100) includes a housing (102), multiple blade terminals (106), and a terminal position assurance (TPA) device. The blade terminals are held within cavities (108) of the housing. The blade terminals have two edge sides (150) between two broad sides (152) and a rib (154) projecting from at least one of the two edge sides. The TPA device (104) is coupled to the housing at a mounting end (112) thereof and is movable relative to the housing between an unlock position and a lock position. The TPA device has a base plate (160) that defines multiple terminal openings (162) therethrough. The base plate includes ledges (202) that jut out into the terminal openings. The ledges extend behind and align with the ribs of the corresponding blade terminals when the TPA device is in the lock position to retain the blade terminals within the housing by abutting against back shoulders (156) of the ribs.
TE CONNECTIVITY BRASIL INDUSTRIA DE ELETRONICOS LTDA. (Brazil)
Inventor
Christiano, Fabio Fortunato
Krnetic, Zoran
Patterson, Jeremy Christian
Abstract
An electrical connector (102) includes a housing (118) and a presentation block (140). The presentation block is mounted to the housing along an outer surface (204) of the housing. The presentation block has a three-dimensional shape with a display surface (302) that is angled transverse to an area of the outer surface of the housing on which the presentation block is mounted. The presentation block includes a graphic identifier (112) that is computer-readable and disposed on the display surface.
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
G09F 3/00 - Labels, tag tickets, or similar identification or indication meansSealsPostage or like stamps
11.
Electrical connector with terminal position assurance device
TE Connectivity Brasil Industria De Electronicos LTDA (Brazil)
TYCO Electronics Canada ULC (Canada)
Inventor
Christiano, Fabio Fortunato
Krnetic, Zoran
Abstract
An electrical connector includes a housing, multiple blade terminals, and a terminal position assurance (TPA) device. The blade terminals are held within cavities of the housing. The blade terminals have two edge sides between two broad sides and a rib projecting from at least one of the two edge sides. The TPA device is coupled to the housing at a mounting end thereof and is movable relative to the housing between an unlock position and a lock position. The TPA device has a base plate that defines multiple terminal openings therethrough. The base plate includes ledges that jut out into the terminal openings. The ledges extend behind and align with the ribs of the corresponding blade terminals when the TPA device is in the lock position to retain the blade terminals within the housing by abutting against back shoulders of the ribs.
H01R 13/424 - Securing in a demountable manner in base or case composed of a plurality of insulating parts having at least one resilient insulating part
H01R 13/73 - Means for mounting coupling parts to apparatus or structures, e.g. to a wall
H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
H01R 13/04 - Pins or blades for co-operation with sockets
An electrical device for a vehicle includes a housing having an upper portion and a lower portion. An upper light source attaches to the upper portion and a light guiding element attaches to the upper portion to receive the upper light from the upper light source and direct outgoing light in a substantially uniform direction. A display attaches to the upper portion to receive the outgoing light for illumination of the display. A lower member couples with the lower portion. A lower light source attaches to the lower member. A collimator attaches to the lower member to receive incoming light from the lower light source and change directions of the incoming light to a collimated beam. A lens element attaches to the lower portion to direct the collimated beam at a target.
F21S 41/50 - Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps characterised by aesthetic components not otherwise provided for, e.g. decorative trim, partition walls or covers
F21S 41/20 - Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps characterised by refractors, transparent cover plates, light guides or filters
B60Q 1/32 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating vehicle sides
B60Q 1/26 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
B60R 13/00 - Elements for body-finishing, identifying, or decoratingArrangements or adaptations for advertising purposes
F21S 41/151 - Light emitting diodes [LED] arranged in one or more lines
F21S 41/00 - Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps
F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
G09F 13/06 - Signs, boards, or panels, illuminated from behind the insignia using individual cut-out symbols or cut-out silhouettes, e.g. perforated signs
An electrical device (100) for a vehicle includes a housing (102) having an upper portion (104) and a lower portion (106). An upper light source (134) attaches to the upper portion and a light guiding element (136) attaches to the upper portion to receive the upper light from the upper light source and direct outgoing light in a substantially uniform direction. A display (116) attaches to the upper portion to receive the outgoing light for illumination of the display. A lower member (184) couples with the lower portion. A lower light source (172) attaches to the lower member. A collimator (180) attaches to the lower member to receive incoming light from the lower light source and change directions of the incoming light to a collimated beam. A lens element attaches to the lower portion to direct the collimated beam at a target.
G09F 13/04 - Signs, boards, or panels, illuminated from behind the insignia
G09F 13/06 - Signs, boards, or panels, illuminated from behind the insignia using individual cut-out symbols or cut-out silhouettes, e.g. perforated signs
G09F 21/04 - Mobile visual advertising by land vehicles
B60Q 1/00 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor
B60Q 1/32 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating vehicle sides
F21S 41/00 - Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps
F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
14.
Wedge connector assemblies and methods and connections including same
A wedge connector system for connecting first and second elongate electrical conductors includes a C-shaped sleeve member, a wedge member, and an insert member. The sleeve member defines a sleeve cavity and opposed first and second sleeve channels on either side of the sleeve cavity. The wedge member includes a wedge body having first and second opposed wedge side walls. The insert member is configured to be selectively mounted in the first sleeve channel and defines an insert member channel to receive the first conductor when the insert member is mounted in the first sleeve channel. The sleeve member and the wedge member are configured to capture the first and second conductors such that: the first conductor is received in the insert member channel and captured between the sleeve member and the first wedge side wall; and the second conductor is captured between the sleeve member and the second wedge side wall.
H01R 4/50 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
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
15.
WEDGE CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS AND CONNECTIONS INCLUDING SAME
A wedge connector system for connecting first and second elongate electrical conductors includes a C-shaped sleeve member, a wedge member, and an insert member. The sleeve member defines a sleeve cavity and opposed first and second sleeve channels on either side of the sleeve cavity. The wedge member includes a wedge body having first and second opposed wedge side walls. The insert member is configured to be selectively mounted in the first sleeve channel and defines an insert member channel to receive the first conductor when the insert member is mounted in the first sleeve channel. The sleeve member and the wedge member are configured to capture the first and second conductors such that: the first conductor is received in the insert member channel and captured between the sleeve member and the first wedge side wall; and the second conductor is captured between the sleeve member and the second wedge side wall.
A wedge connector system for connecting first and second elongate electrical conductors includes a C-shaped sleeve member, a wedge member, and an insert member. The sleeve member defines a sleeve cavity and opposed first and second sleeve channels on either side of the sleeve cavity. The wedge member includes a wedge body having first and second opposed wedge side walls. The insert member is configured to be selectively mounted in the first sleeve channel and defines an insert member channel to receive the first conductor when the insert member is mounted in the first sleeve channel. The sleeve member and the wedge member are configured to capture the first and second conductors such that: the first conductor is received in the insert member channel and captured between the sleeve member and the first wedge side wall; and the second conductor is captured between the sleeve member and the second wedge side wall.
A wedge connector system for connecting first and second elongate electrical conductors includes a C-shaped sleeve member, a wedge member and a locking mechanism. The sleeve member defines a sleeve cavity and opposed first and second sleeve channels on either side of the sleeve cavity. The wedge member includes a wedge body having first and second opposed wedge side walls. The locking mechanism includes a lock member including a sleeve engagement portion, and a clamping mechanism coupled to the wedge member. The sleeve member and the wedge member are configured to capture the first and second conductors such that the first conductor is received in the first sleeve channel between the sleeve member and the first wedge side wall and the second conductor is received in the second sleeve channel between the sleeve member and the second wedge side wall. The locking mechanism is mountable on the sleeve member and the wedge member such that the sleeve engagement portion interlocks with the sleeve member and the clamping mechanism can be operated to force the wedge member into the sleeve cavity to apply clamping loads on the first and second conductors.
H01R 4/50 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
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
A wedge connector system for connecting first and second elongate electrical conductors includes a C-shaped sleeve member, a wedge member and a locking mechanism. The sleeve member defines a sleeve cavity and opposed first and second sleeve channels on either side of the sleeve cavity. The wedge member includes a wedge body having first and second opposed wedge side walls. The locking mechanism includes a lock member including a sleeve engagement portion, and a clamping mechanism coupled to the wedge member. The sleeve member and the wedge member are configured to capture the first and second conductors such that the first conductor is received in the first sleeve channel between the sleeve member and the first wedge side wall and the second conductor is received in the second sleeve channel between the sleeve member and the second wedge side wall. The locking mechanism is mountable on the sleeve member and the wedge member such that the sleeve engagement portion interlocks with the sleeve member and the clamping mechanism can be operated to force the wedge member into the sleeve cavity to apply clamping loads on the first and second conductors.
H01R 4/50 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball
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
An insulation piercing connector includes a connector body, a bolt, a piercing pin, and an insulator member that electrically insulates the piercing pin from the bolt. The connector body includes a cable receiving slot and a threaded bore in communication with the cable receiving slot. The bolt includes a threaded shank with a central bore, and a head joined to the threaded shank by a shear-off section. The piercing pin is supported within the central bore by the insulator member and includes opposite first and second ends. The first end is configured to pierce the insulation of an electrical cable extending through the cable receiving slot and contact a conductor. The central bore of the bolt threadingly receives a sensor. The sensor includes a probe that contacts the second end of the piercing pin to obtain information from the conductor, such as voltage, current, and/or thermal information.
A receptacle connector (12) is provided for a wearable article (20). The receptacle connector includes a housing (28) having a receptacle (34) configured to receive a complementary plug connector (14) therein. The housing is configured to be mounted to the wearable article. A printed circuit board (44) is held by the housing. The printed circuit board includes mating contacts (38) for mating with the plug connector. The printed circuit board includes mounting contacts (60) that are configured to terminate conductors (62) of a flat cable (22) of the wearable article or an e-textile of the wearable article.
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
H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
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
A receptacle connector (12) is provided for a wearable article (20). The receptacle connector includes a housing (28) having a receptacle (34) configured to receive a complementary plug connector (14) therein. The housing is configured to be mounted to the wearable article. A printed circuit board (44) is held by the housing. The printed circuit board includes mating contacts (38) for mating with the plug connector. The printed circuit board includes mounting contacts (60) that are configured to terminate conductors (62) of a flat cable (22) of the wearable article or an e-textile of the wearable article.
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
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
An insulation piercing connector includes a body having a bore extending therethrough. One or more clamps secure the body to an electrical cable At least a portion of the bore is threaded or a threaded member is associated therewith. A piercing pin is threadingly engaged with the bore threads or the threaded member and includes a first end configured to pierce the insulation of the electrical cable and contact a conductor as the piercing pin is rotated in a first direction. The piercing pin includes a head that is configured to shear off as a result of torque exceeding a predetermined value after the first end contacts the conductor. The probe of a sensor can contact the second end of the piercing pin to obtain information from the conductor, such as voltage, current, and/or thermal information.
An insulation piercing connector includes a connector body, a bolt, a piercing pin, and an insulator member that electrically insulates the piercing pin from the bolt. The connector body includes a cable receiving slot and a threaded bore in communication with the cable receiving slot. The bolt includes a threaded shank with a central bore, and a head joined to the threaded shank by a shear-off section. The piercing pin is supported within the central bore by the insulator member and includes opposite first and second ends. The first end is configured to pierce the insulation of an electrical cable extending through the cable receiving slot and contact a conductor. The central bore of the bolt threadingly receives a sensor. The sensor includes a probe that contacts the second end of the piercing pin to obtain information from the conductor, such as voltage, current, and/or thermal information.
A cup holder assembly includes a lens and a cup holder liner. The lens is configured to receive light from a light source and direct the light towards a perimeter edge of the lens. The cup holder liner is composed of a light transmissive material and is disposed above the lens. The cup holder liner includes a peripheral wall that has an interior surface defining a receptacle. The lens extends beyond an exterior surface of the peripheral wall to define a perimeter edge segment of the lens that protrudes from the exterior surface of the peripheral wall to the perimeter edge of the lens. The lens is configured to emit light from the perimeter edge segment into the peripheral wall through the exterior surface thereof to illuminate the interior surface of the peripheral wall of the cup holder liner.
F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
B60Q 3/02 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interior, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor for lighting passenger or driving compartment
F21V 5/04 - Refractors for light sources of lens shape
F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
According to embodiments of the invention, an electrical connector for use with an electrical conductor having a terminal end includes a connector body and a stud member. The connector body includes a conductor engagement section and a stud mounting section. The conductor engagement section is configured to receive the terminal end of the conductor to mechanically and electrically connect the conductor to the connector. The stud mounting section includes a socket bore including a tapered bore section. The stud member includes an elongate stud section extending to a free end, and a tapered insertion section. The tapered insert section is received in the tapered bore section. The tapered insert section includes an internal cavity defined therein to permit deformation of the tapered insert section as the tapered insert section is forced into the tapered bore section.
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 4/62 - Connections between conductors of different materialsConnections between or with aluminium or steel-core aluminium conductors
H01R 9/00 - Structural associations of a plurality of mutually-insulated electrical connecting elements, e.g. terminal strips or terminal blocksTerminals or binding posts mounted upon a base or in a caseBases therefor
H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
H01R 25/14 - Rails or bus-bars constructed so that the counterparts can be connected thereto at any point along their length
A bus support includes a corona shield portion and a bus support portion on the corona shield portion. The bus support portion includes an insulator engagement ledge including one or more mounting apertures configured to receive a fastener therethrough for mounting the bus support to an insulator. The bus support portion includes first and second bus support walls extending upwardly from opposite sides of the insulator engagement ledge. Each bus support wall includes a U-shaped channel defined therein that is configured to receive and support a cylindrical and/or tubular bus conductor. The corona shield portion and the bus support portion form a monolithic structure.
A bus support includes a corona shield portion and a bus support portion on the corona shield portion. The bus support portion includes an insulator engagement ledge including one or more mounting apertures configured to receive a fastener therethrough for mounting the bus support to an insulator. The bus support portion includes first and second bus support walls extending upwardly from opposite sides of the insulator engagement ledge. Each bus support wall includes a U-shaped channel defined therein that is configured to receive and support a cylindrical and/or tubular bus conductor. The corona shield portion and the bus support portion form a monolithic structure.
According to embodiments of the invention, an electrical connector for use with an electrical conductor having a terminal end includes a connector body and a stud member. The connector body includes a conductor engagement section and a stud mounting section. The conductor engagement section is configured to receive the terminal end of the conductor to mechanically and electrically connect the conductor to the connector. The stud mounting section includes a socket bore including a tapered bore section. The stud member includes an elongate stud section extending to a free end, and a tapered insertion section. The tapered insert section is received in the tapered bore section. The tapered insert section includes an internal cavity defined therein to permit deformation of the tapered insert section as the tapered insert section is forced into the tapered bore section.
H01R 4/36 - Conductive members located under tip of screw
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
29.
MINING CABLE COUPLER CONNECTORS AND RELATED ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS
TYCO ELECTRONICS INDUSTRIAL Y COMERCIAL CHILE LIMITADA (Chile)
Inventor
Kumar, Senthil A.
Johnson, Barry James
Darritchon, Juan
Abstract
A connector assembly for use with a mining cable coupler includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector includes a front portion including a plug and a rear portion including a barrel configured to receive a first conductor. The second connector includes a front portion including a socket having a channel defined therein and a rear portion including a barrel configured to receive a second conductor. An annular groove is defined in an inner surface of the channel. An annular spring held in the annular groove. The channel is sized and configured to receive the plug such that the plug resiliently contacts the spring to electrically connect the first conductor received in the first connector barrel and the second conductor received in the second connector barrel.
A light assembly (100) for illuminating an emblem includes a housing (106), an emblem (102), and an optical light guide (104). The housing holds a light source (108). The emblem has a structural body (110) defined by emblem edges. The optical light guide is coupled to the housing and has a shape associated with the emblem. A surface (116) of the optical light guide faces and is at least partially covered by the structural body of the emblem. The optical light guide defines exposed edges that project laterally beyond the emblem edges of the emblem. The optical light guide is configured to receive light generated by the light source and to emit at least some of the light along the exposed edges thereof.
A light assembly (100) for illuminating an emblem includes a housing (106), an emblem (102), and an optical light guide (104). The housing holds a light source (108). The emblem has a structural body (110) defined by emblem edges. The optical light guide is coupled to the housing and has a shape associated with the emblem. A surface (116) of the optical light guide faces and is at least partially covered by the structural body of the emblem. The optical light guide defines exposed edges that project laterally beyond the emblem edges of the emblem. The optical light guide is configured to receive light generated by the light source and to emit at least some of the light along the exposed edges thereof.
A light assembly for illuminating an emblem includes a housing, an emblem, and an optical light guide. The housing holds a light source. The emblem has a structural body defined by emblem edges. The optical light guide is coupled to the housing and has a shape associated with the emblem. A surface of the optical light guide faces and is at least partially covered by the structural body of the emblem. The optical light guide defines exposed edges that project laterally beyond the emblem edges of the emblem. The optical light guide is configured to receive light generated by the light source and to emit at least some of the light along the exposed edges thereof.
An in-line cable termination system for use with first and second electrical power transmission cables includes an isolating apparatus having an isolating apparatus axis and including an electrically conductive first end member and an electrically conductive second end member, first and second insulators, and a fused switch mechanism. The first end member and the second end member are spaced apart along the isolating apparatus axis. Each of the first and second end members includes a respective coupling portion to mechanically and electrically engage the first and second cables, respectively. The first and second insulators each extend between and couple the first end member and the second end member. The fused switch mechanism includes a fuse module and is configured to selectively alternatively electrically connect the first and second end members, and thereby the first and second cables, through the fuse module and disconnect the first and second end members.
H01H 21/56 - Lever switches with blade-type contact co-operating with one or two spring-clip contacts, e.g. knife switch, sectionalisers making contact in one position only
H01H 31/28 - Air-break switches for high tension without arc-extinguishing or arc-preventing means with movable contact that remains electrically connected to one line in open position of switch with angularly-movable contact
H02G 15/06 - Cable terminating boxes, frames or other structures
34.
COVER ASSEMBLIES, KITS AND METHODS FOR COVERING ELECTRICAL CABLES AND CONNECTIONS
A cover assembly for covering and electrically insulating an electrical connection includes a joint body including a tubular inner sleeve and an integral semiconductor layer. The inner sleeve is formed of an elastically expandable, electrically insulating material and having an outer surface and opposed first and second terminal ends. The inner sleeve defines a through passage extending axially from a first end opening at the first terminal end of the inner sleeve to a second terminal end opening at the second end of the inner sleeve. The semiconductor layer is disposed on the outer surface of the inner sleeve and is formed of an electrically semiconductive material. The semiconductor layer extends axially from a first terminal end of the semiconductor layer to an opposing second terminal end of the semiconductor layer. The first terminal end of the semiconductor layer is spaced apart from the first terminal end of the inner sleeve a prescribed semiconductor truncation distance to define a tubular band of the outer surface that is not covered by the semiconductor layer.
A light assembly (100) is provided that includes a holder (102) and multiple light pipes (104). The holder extends along a longitudinal axis (110) between a first end (112) and a second end (114). The holder includes multiple ridges that spiral around the longitudinal axis. The holder includes multiple channels that are each defined between two of the ridges. The light pipes each include a light transmissive interior region (128). Each light pipe is disposed in one of the channels of the holder. The light pipes each have an attachment end (122) that is configured to receive light from a light source. Each light pipe is further configured to transmit the light through the interior region for at least a length of the light pipe.
A light assembly is provided that includes a housing, a light pipe assembly, and a conforming seal. The housing has a cavity extending through the housing between first and second ends of the housing. The housing holds a light source that is configured to emit light within the cavity. The light pipe assembly has an attachment end disposed at the first end of the housing. The light emitted by the light source is received by the light pipe assembly at the attachment end and is transmitted through the light pipe assembly. The conforming seal has a tubular shape that at least partially surrounds the housing and the light pipe assembly. A first segment of the conforming seal extends along the light pipe assembly and conforms to the light pipe assembly. A second segment of the conforming seal extends along the housing and conforms to the housing.
F21V 17/00 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages
F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
B60Q 1/32 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating vehicle sides
A light assembly (100) is provided that includes a housing (102), a light pipe assembly (104), and a conforming seal (106). The housing has a cavity (208) extending through the housing between first and second ends (204, 206) of the housing. The housing holds a light source (202) that is configured to emit light within the cavity. The light pipe assembly has an attachment end (220) disposed at the first end of the housing. The light emitted by the light source is received by the light pipe assembly at the attachment end and is transmitted through the light pipe assembly. The conforming seal has a tubular shape that at least partially surrounds the housing and the light pipe assembly. A first segment (230) of the conforming seal extends along the light pipe assembly and conforms to the light pipe assembly. A second segment (232) of the conforming seal extends along the housing and conforms to the housing.
B60Q 1/32 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating vehicle sides
A light assembly (100) is provided that includes a housing (102), a light pipe assembly (104), and a conforming seal (106). The housing has a cavity (208) extending through the housing between first and second ends (204, 206) of the housing. The housing holds a light source (202) that is configured to emit light within the cavity. The light pipe assembly has an attachment end (220) disposed at the first end of the housing. The light emitted by the light source is received by the light pipe assembly at the attachment end and is transmitted through the light pipe assembly. The conforming seal has a tubular shape that at least partially surrounds the housing and the light pipe assembly. A first segment (230) of the conforming seal extends along the light pipe assembly and conforms to the light pipe assembly. A second segment (232) of the conforming seal extends along the housing and conforms to the housing.
B60Q 1/32 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating vehicle sides
F21S 43/237 - Light guides characterised by the shape of the light guide rod-shaped
F21S 43/247 - Light guides with a single light source being coupled into the light guide
A light assembly (100) is provided that includes a light guide (102), multiple light pipes (104), and multiple light sources. The light guide has an elongated body (108) extending along a longitudinal axis (110). The light guide includes multiple segments (116) arranged axially along a length of the body. Each segment has a light receiving region (118) and a light emitting region (120). The light pipes are disposed along the light receiving regions and extend parallel to the longitudinal axis. Each of the multiple light sources is optically coupled to an attachment end (122) of a corresponding light pipe. The light emitted by each light source is received by the corresponding light pipe at the attachment end and transmitted through the light pipe towards a distal end (124) of the light pipe. Adjacent segments of the light guide receive light from different light pipes and emit such light from the light guide through the corresponding light emitting regions.
A light assembly is provided that includes a light guide, multiple light pipes, and multiple light sources. The light guide has an elongated body extending along a longitudinal axis. The light guide includes multiple segments arranged axially along a length of the body. Each segment has a light receiving region and a light emitting region. The light pipes are disposed along the light receiving regions and extend parallel to the longitudinal axis. Each of the multiple light sources is optically coupled to an attachment end of a corresponding light pipe. The light emitted by each light source is received by the corresponding light pipe at the attachment end and transmitted through the light pipe towards a distal end of the light pipe. Adjacent segments of the light guide receive light from different light pipes and emit such light from the light guide through the corresponding light emitting regions.
F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
F21S 10/02 - Lighting devices or systems producing a varying lighting effect changing colours
G02B 6/06 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings formed by bundles of fibres the relative position of the fibres being the same at both ends, e.g. for transporting images
F21S 10/00 - Lighting devices or systems producing a varying lighting effect
B60Q 1/34 - Arrangement of optical signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor the devices being primarily intended to indicate the vehicle, or parts thereof, or to give signals, to other traffic for indicating change of drive direction
B60Q 3/00 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiorsLighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors
A light consolidation assembly for attaching to a light pipe includes a housing having therein at least a first light source configured to generate a first light and a second light source configured to generate a different, second light. The light consolidation assembly also includes a light consolidator having a body including a light entry end coupled to the housing and a light exit end. The light entry end has multiple spaced-apart branches that converge into a stem that extends from the multiple branches to the light exit end. The light consolidator is configured to receive the first and second lights into respective first and second branches of the multiple branches. The first and second lights are directed into the stem and exit the light consolidator at the light exit end for transmission through a light pipe disposed at the light exit end of the light consolidator.
An electrical connection assembly includes a plurality of primary electrical conductors, a secondary electrical conductor, and an electrical connector. The electrical connector includes: a first connector body including an exterior conductor seat channel; a second connector body coupled to the first connector body such that the first and second connector bodies collectively form an axial through passage; a primary clamping mechanism on at least one of the first and second connector bodies; and a secondary clamping mechanism on the first connector body. The secondary connector extends through the exterior conductor seat channel and is clamped therein by the secondary clamping mechanism. The primary conductors extend through the axial through passage and are clamped therein by the primary clamping mechanism to the first and second connector bodies and to one another to mechanically and electrically connect the primary and secondary conductors.
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
H01R 4/36 - Conductive members located under tip of screw
H01R 31/02 - Intermediate parts for distributing energy to two or more circuits in parallel, e.g. splitter
An electrical connection assembly includes a plurality of primary electrical conductors, a secondary electrical conductor, and an electrical connector. The electrical connector includes: a first connector body including an exterior conductor seat channel; a second connector body coupled to the first connector body such that the first and second connector bodies collectively form an axial through passage; a primary clamping mechanism on at least one of the first and second connector bodies; and a secondary clamping mechanism on the first connector body. The secondary connector extends through the exterior conductor seat channel and is clamped therein by the secondary clamping mechanism. The primary conductors extend through the axial through passage and are clamped therein by the primary clamping mechanism to the first and second connector bodies and to one another to mechanically and electrically connect the primary and secondary conductors.
A cup holder (62) including a body (64) having bottom wall (66) and a sidewall (68) extending from the bottom wall is provided. A cavity (70) is defined by an interior surface (96) of the bottom wall (66) and an interior surface (67) of the sidewall (68). A power source (76) is joined to an exterior surface (97) of the bottom wall (66) of the body (64). The exterior surface (97) of the bottom wall (66) of the body (64) is opposite the interior surface (67) of the bottom wall (66) of the body (64). A LED (82) is electrically coupled to the power source (76). A reflective surface (95) is configured to direct light from the LED (82) along the bottom wall (66) of the body (64).
B60N 3/10 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of receptacles for food or beverages, e.g. refrigerated
B60N 3/18 - Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of drinking-water dispensing devices
An electrical connector assembly (300) includes a first conductive member (308) and a second conductive member (306). The first conductive member (308) includes a first channel portion (352) extending from a first wedge portion (350), with the first channel portion (352) configured to receive a first conductor (304) therein. The first conductive member (308) includes a jaw (374) movably coupled to the first channel portion (352) and being positioned between the first channel portion (352) and the first wedge portion (350). The second conductive member (306) includes a second channel portion (312) extending from a second wedge portion (310) where the second channel portion (312) configured to receive a second conductor (302). The first wedge portion (350) and the second wedge portion (310) are assembled such that the second wedge portion (310) engages the jaw (374) and moves the jaw (374) to the closed position. The jaw (374) engages the first conductor (304) in the closed position. Optionally, the first channel portion (352) may have a contoured shape.
An isolating apparatus for an electric power line includes an elongateinsulator having opposed insulator ends and a pair of electrically conductive end members each secured to a respective one of the insulator ends. At least one of the end members includes a mounting slot that receives its respective one of the insulator ends.
A light pipe assembly includes a light pipe (1) and an optical concentrator (600). The light pipe is elongated between opposite ends along a longitudinal axis. The light pipe is formed from a light transmissive material. The optical concentrator (600) is joined to the first end (300) of the light pipe (1) and includes an end section (604) and an opposite coupling end connected to the first end of the light pipe. The end section (604) is configured to receive light generated by a light source (700). The optical concentrator (600) is formed from a light transmissive material that conveys light through the optical concentrator. The optical concentrator focuses the light generated by the light source (700) into the first end (300) of the light pipe (1).
An electrical connector tool assembly (402) is disclosed. The tool assembly includes a conductor tool (202) and a connector tool (302) connected to and cooperable with the conductor tool (202). The tool assembly (402) can be used in connecting a first conductor to a second conductor with an electrical connector (102). The tool assembly is adjustably arranged and disposed to receive and removably retain a first conductive member of an electrical connector (102) in the connector tool (302) and is further arranged and disposed to both to hold the second conductor in place relative to a second conductive member of the electrical connector (102) and to prevent rotation of the second conductive member with respect to the first conductive member.
A light pipe assembly includes a lamp assembly and a light pipe. The lamp assembly has a housing that holds a light source configured to emit light. The light pipe is elongated between an attachment end and an opposing distal end. The attachment end is received in the housing of the lamp assembly. The light pipe receives light emitted by the light source. Additionally, the light pipe includes surface elements that are configured to permit the light to emanate from the light pipe between the attachment and distal ends. The surface elements are arranged in a pattern that provides a predetermined distribution of light emanating from the light pipe.
F21V 17/00 - Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages
G02B 6/00 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
A light pipe assembly (100) includes a lamp assembly (104) and a light pipe (102). The lamp assembly (104) has a housing (108) that holds a light source (106) configured to emit light. The light pipe (102) is elongated between an attachment end (112) and a distal end (114). The attachment end (112) is received in the housing (108) of the lamp assembly (104). The light pipe (102) receives light emitted by the light source (106). Additionally, the light pipe (102) includes surface elements (118) that are configured to permit the light to emanate from the light pipe between the attachment and distal ends. The surface elements (118) are arranged in a pattern that provides a predetermined distribution of light emanating from the light pipe.
A light emitting element assembly (100) for mounting to a panel (113). The assembly includes a housing (107) configured to receive a light emitting element (105) therein. In addition, the assembly includes a bezel (119) having at least one latch arm (121) extending from a surface of the bezel, wherein the bezel is configured to detachably engage a surface within the housing. The bezel is further configured to retain the assembly in a position relative to the panel. The assembly also includes a mounting structure having the light emitting element operably mounted therein.
A light pipe is configured to provide a wide effective angle of illumination while simultaneously providing a substantially uniform distribution of light along a length of the light pipe. One or more reflective surfaces not aligned with an inner surface are disposed such that when at least one reflective surface is illuminated, light is emitted from the light pipe at one or more specified angles of light emission. A plurality of reflection points are formed on the inner surface to cause the specified angles when at least one of the reflective surfaces is illuminated. A light pipe is also provided having one or more exterior protrusions configured to function as a secondary light source. A second portion of an outer surface of the light pipe has a radius of curvature which differs from the radius of curvature of the first portion of the outer surface.
A lamp assembly for mounting to a panel includes a housing assembly having a lamp section holding a light source assembly, and a lens section extending from the lamp section. The lens section has a lens through which light from the light source assembly is directed, wherein the lens is configured to be received within a mounting opening of the panel. A locking tab extends from an outer surface of the lens section, wherein the locking tab is configured to be received within the mounting opening of the panel and wherein the locking tab is configured to engage a locking surface to secure the housing assembly relative to the panel.
H01R 33/00 - Coupling devices specially adapted for supporting apparatus and having one part acting as a holder providing support and electrical connection via a counterpart which is structurally associated with the apparatus, e.g. lamp holdersSeparate parts thereof
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STIRRUP-TYPE POWER UTILITY ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES
An electrical connector assembly includes a bail, a first conductive member having a first hook portion extending from a first wedge portion, wherein the first hook portion adapted to engage a main conductor, and a second conductive member having a second hook portion extending from a second wedge portion. The second hook portion is adapted to engage the bail. The first wedge portion and the second wedge portion are adapted to nest with one another and be secured to one another to capture and electrically connect the main conductor and the bail.
An electrical connector assembly for power utility transmission conductors includes a first conductive member having a tap conductor engagement surface adapted for interfacing with a tap conductor and a main conductor engagement surface adapted for interfacing with a main conductor. The first conductive member also includes a conductive member engagement surface adapted for interfacing with a second conductive member. The second conductive member is mechanically and electrically coupled to the first conductive member. The second conductive member has a tap conductor engagement surface adapted for interfacing with the tap conductor and a main conductor engagement surface adapted for interfacing with the main conductor. The second conductive member also includes a conductive member engagement surface adapted for interfacing with the conductive member engagement surface of the first conductive member. A lubricant is applied to at least one engagement surface of the first conductive member, and is applied to at least one engagement surface of the second conductive member.
A lighting assembly (100,30,40,50) is disclosed. The lighting assembly includes a lamp assembly (1,31,41) having a lamp (10) and a transparent ring (2) that has at least two smooth surfaces that are inwardly reflective and at least one diffusive surface. The lamp assembly (1,31,41) and the transparent ring (2) are configured and arranged with respect to one another to deflect light from the lamp (10) in each of a clockwise and a counterclockwise direction in a loop around the transparent ring (2) to achieve a level of total internal reflection.
B60Q 3/00 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interiorsLighting devices specially adapted for vehicle interiors
B60Q 3/02 - Arrangement of lighting devices for vehicle interior, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor for lighting passenger or driving compartment
G02B 6/00 - Light guidesStructural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
A light pipe (200,400) is configured to provide a wide effective angle of illumination while simultaneously providing a substantially uniform distribution of light along a length of the light pipe. One or more reflective surfaces (208) not aligned with an inner surface (220) are disposed such that when at least one reflective surface is illuminated, light is emitted from the light pipe at one or more specified angles of light emission. A plurality of reflection points (P) are formed on the inner surface to cause the specified angles when at least one of the reflective surfaces is illuminated. A light pipe is also provided having one or more exterior protrusions (102,202) configured to function as a secondary light source. A second portion (410b) of an outer surface (410) of the light pipe has a radius of curvature which differs from the radius of curvature of the first portion (410a) of the outer surface.
A light pipe (200,400) is configured to provide a wide effective angle of illumination while simultaneously providing a substantially uniform distribution of light along a length of the light pipe. One or more reflective surfaces (208) not aligned with an inner surface (220) are disposed such that when at least one reflective surface is illuminated, light is emitted from the light pipe at one or more specified angles of light emission. A plurality of reflection points (P) are formed on the inner surface to cause the specified angles when at least one of the reflective surfaces is illuminated. A light pipe is also provided having one or more exterior protrusions (102,202) configured to function as a secondary light source. A second portion (410b) of an outer surface (410) of the light pipe has a radius of curvature which differs from the radius of curvature of the first portion (410a) of the outer surface.
A light pipe is configured to provide a wide effective angle of illumination while simultaneously providing a substantially uniform distribution of light along a length of the light pipe. One or more reflective surfaces not aligned with an inner surface are disposed such that when at least one reflective surface is illuminated, light is emitted from the light pipe at one or more specified angles of light emission. A plurality of reflection points are formed on the inner surface to cause the specified angles when at least one of the reflective surfaces is illuminated. A light pipe is also provided having one or more exterior protrusions configured to function as a secondary light source. A second portion of an outer surface of the light pipe has a radius of curvature which differs from the radius of curvature of the first portion of the outer surface.
A touch control interface includes a panel having first and second surfaces. The first surface defines a touch interface area. The panel includes an opening extending entirely between the first and second surfaces, and the panel includes at least one touch sensitive element positioned within the touch interface area. An illumination source is positioned proximate the opening for transmitting light through said opening.
A lamp and socket assembly includes a lamp assembly including a lamp holder having an end panel, and a housing having a lamp side and a wire side. The lamp side includes a lamp receptacle. The lamp holder is received in the lamp receptacle. A channel is formed in the lamp receptacle. The channel includes opposed side walls, and each side wall has an engagement surface. The engagement surfaces engage side edges of the end panel to retain the lamp assembly in the lamp receptacle. A method for sealing the wiring cavity in a lamp socket includes fabricating the lamp socket with a passageway between the wiring cavity and the lamp side of the socket housing, positioning the socket housing on a non-adhering surface with the lamp side facing upward such that the wiring cavity is blocked by the non-adhering surface, introducing a potting compound into the wiring cavity from the lamp side of the socket housing through the passageway, and removing the socket housing from the non-adhering surface after the potting compound has hardened.
H01R 33/00 - Coupling devices specially adapted for supporting apparatus and having one part acting as a holder providing support and electrical connection via a counterpart which is structurally associated with the apparatus, e.g. lamp holdersSeparate parts thereof
