Abstract: A multifunctional end effector includes a quick release finger locking mechanism disposed in each of the pair of fingers which maintains system accuracy and integrity by providing a positive pressure force between the end effector finger and the mating locking plates provided on the tools adapted to cooperate with the end effector. In one embodiment the mating locking plate intrudes into the fingers of the end effector and an alternative embodiment the end effector finger engaging mechanisms grasp and lock on ledges provided on the cooperating mating locking plates.

Abstract: A glass incandescent display lamp is provided which includes a glass container and a glass faceplate forming a sealed glass envelope enclosing an evacuated space. A plurality of electrically-conductive filament posts having first and second ends is provided with the filament posts extending through a wall of the glass envelope so that the first ends terminate in the evacuated space, and the second ends terminate outside of the sealed glass envelope. A set of incandescent filaments is secured to the first ends of the filament posts for the passage of current and for producing a display. In addition, a plurality of conductor pins for connecting the filaments to an external source of power is provided with each of the conductor pins having one end embedded in the wall of the glass envelope and the other end extending to the exterior of the sealed glass envelope.