Abstract: A sleeve apparatus for weighting a structure, such as a canopy structure, that can also be used to display items on the structure via the items' attachment to the sleeve apparatus. The sleeve apparatus includes at least an elongated body having first and second ends, a first connector element connected to the first end of the elongated body that is capable of encircling and attaching to a rod member and/or a bar member and a second connector element connected to and extending from the second end of the elongated body that is capable of encircling and attaching to the same or a different rod member and/or bar member.

Abstract: A fiber optic connector comprises a housing (4) retaining a ferrule assembly (1). The ferrule assembly (1) comprises a generally tubular rear portion defining a rear passage (11) along a longitudinal axis (20) of the ferrule assembly (1). A clamping insert (12) and a sleeve (13) are disposed within the rear passage (11). The sleeve (13) telescopically receives the insert (12) and exerts a radial force on the clamping insert (12) to align and retain a terminating fiber.

Abstract: An electrical coaxial precision connector is disclosed that is manufactured from die castings and deep drawn parts. A first connector (80) includes a receptacle contact 86, a conductive body (88) attached at one end to the receptacle contact, a central pin contact (90), and a dielectric member disposed between the pin and the conductive body (88). A second connector (82), which mates with the first connector (80), includes a conductive body (160) having a pin contact (166) formed integral thereto, an inner receptacle contact (162), and a dielectric member (164) disposed between the receptacle contact and the conductive body (160). Each of the connectors includes a retaining ring that loosely encircles a recessed diameter (100, 170) in the connector and secures the connector in an opening (148, 202) in a housing (84).