Abstract: An electrical connector (100) defining an inserting port (10) for connecting a corresponding plug, includes a first contact module and a second contact module fixed with each other. The first contact module includes a first housing (1) and a number of first contacts (31) insert molded in the first housing (1). The first housing (1) has a tongue (12) extending into the inserting port (10). Each first contact (31) has a first contact portion (311) extending to a free end of the tongue (12). The second contact module includes a second housing (2) and a number of second contacts (32) insert molded in the second housing (2). Each second contact (32) has a second contact portion (321) extending out of the second housing (2). The second contact portions (321) extend to the tongue and offsetting with the first contact portion (311) along a length direction of the tongue (12).

Abstract: A plug-in power supply for a refrigerator used to charge portable electronic devices includes an auxiliary power supply mounted in an auxiliary power supply compartment, and a removable module, having an electrical connector, mounted in an electrical connector cup. A portable electronic device is charged by placing the device in the connector cup and coupling the device to the electrical connector. Power is then supplied from the auxiliary power supply to the portable electronic device.

Abstract: An assembly for supporting an item has a housing (11) has a first surface (23), a second surface (25) opposite to the first surface, and a periphery (27) between the first and second surface. An opening (33) is provided in the first surface of the housing and a cavity (35) extends inwardly from the opening. At least one engagement surface (43) is present in the cavity and positioned toward the second surface, and configured to provide a first region of support. A support component (7) for supporting the item is configured to engage with the engagement surface(s) (43) of the housing with a portion of the support component extending from the opening (33) of the housing and supported by a second region of support at or toward the fkst surface of the housing, to support the item. A base unit and support component are also provided.

Abstract: A subsea electrical connector for connecting a first cable and a second cable. A first insulator has an outer face, possibly an inner face, and a pin portion transverse to the outer face. A second insulator has a mating outer face, an inner face, and a pin receptacle. At least one face seal ring is positioned between the first insulator outer face and the second insulator outer face. At least one pin seal ring is positioned between the pin portion and the pin receptacle. Preferably, an interference fit is provided between the pin and pin receptacle. A preferred seating angle seal has an angled surface adjacent the end of the pin portion and within the pin receptacle. First and second electrical connectors are mounted within the first insulator and the second insulator. The first and second metal electrical connectors each have a socket for receiving the first and second cables.

Abstract: A method of responding to an anomalous change in downhole pressure in a bore hole comprises detecting the anomalous change in downhole pressure, sending a signal along the segmented electromagnetic transmission path, receiving the signal, and performing a automated response. The anomalous change in downhole pressure is detected at a first location along a segmented electromagnetic transmission path, and the segmented electromagnetic transmission path is integrated into the tool string. The signal is received by at least one receiver in communication with the segmented electromagnetic transmission path. The automated response is performed along the tool string. Disclosed is an apparatus for responding to an anomalous change in downhole pressure in a downhole tool string, comprising a segmented electromagnetic transmission path connecting one or more receivers and at least one pressure sensor.

Abstract: A base tile 100 comprises a substrate 102 having a first surface 104 and an electrical connection system 200 supported by the substrate 102. The electrical connection system comprises a plurality of conducting posts 204. Each post 204 extends from a bottom surface 112 of the base tile 100 toward the first surface 104 of the substrate 102. A free end 206 of each post enables electrical and mechanical connection to a photovoltaic tile 10. The electrical connection system 200 also includes a electrical conductors 200 that electrically connect the posts 202 together.

Abstract: Techniques for ultra-high density connection are disclosed. In one embodiment, an ultra-high density connector includes a bundle of substantially parallel elongate cylindrical elements, where each cylindrical element is substantially in contact with at least one adjacent cylindrical element. Ends of the elongate cylindrical elements are disposed differentially with respect to each other to define a three-dimensional interdigitating mating surface. At least one of the elongate cylindrical elements has an electrically conductive contact positioned to tangentially engage a corresponding electrical contact of a mating connector.

Abstract: In a method and devices for forming a temporary electrical contact to a solar cell for testing purposes, probes form a contact to the electrode terminals of a solar cell held by a sample holder. The probes are held by a probe holder and exhibit an elastic, electrically conductive contact element and at least one reference sensor. In order to form a contact, the solar cell and the probes are positioned in relation to each other, and then a probe is placed on an electrode terminal of the solar cell. To this end, a feed motion of the probe is carried out until a reference sensor of the probe generates a reference signal upon reaching a predefined distance. Then the feed motion is continued by a predefined path that goes beyond the contact element making contact with the electrode terminal, in order to carry out an overtravel.

Abstract: A connector apparatus for connecting an air supply unit and a mattress or cushion.

Abstract: A starter housing (1) for a gas discharge lamp (3) is described. The starter housing (1) comprises an outer (5) and an inner housing (10) which are arranged one inside the other in an assembled state of the starter housing (1), of which the outer housing (5) has a metal layer for electromagnetic screening. The starter housing (1) in addition comprises an inner housing tube (11) at its inner housing (10), which is surrounded in the assembled state by an outer housing tube (8) arranged at the outer housing (5), such that the inner housing tube (11) and the outer housing tube (8) together form a socket (4). Reference elements (13; 14) are provided at the tubes (8; 11) of the two housings (5; 10) such that they co-operate in the assembled state for defining the positions of the two tubes (8; 11) with respect to one another. Furthermore, a method of mounting such a starter housing (1) is disclosed.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a housing member and a number of contacts attached to the housing member. The contacts include a number of first contacts and second contacts arranged side by side along a transverse direction, respectively. Each of the first and second contacts include a main portion, a contact portion and a bending portion extending from a lateral edge of the main portion. The bending portion has a narrow width in order to occupy small space of a rear wall of the housing member so that the rear wall of the housing member still has adequate area for mounting other components.

Abstract: Apparatus and method to lock portable object like toolbox to a wall, comprising: a tool storage compartment, including a interior and a exterior, the tool storage compartment contains a electrical assembly. The electrical assembly is comprised of an electrical housing, a cable connector, including a lock and a outlet connector lock. The portable toolbox also contains a securing system, comprising, a handle, including a lock, interiorly, a stem, connected to the handle and an adjustable securing brace clamp, wherein first rotation of said handle, extends said adjustable securing brace to fit around a support structure, and a second rotation, secures and locks object like said toolbox to said structure like wall by the molding door jam.

Abstract: A method for establishing electrical communication between a control module and a motor/generator in a hybrid electromechanical transmission includes providing a preassembled terminal subassembly including a first plurality of wire terminals sufficiently interconnected for selective, substantially unitary movement with respect to a transmission housing, aligning the preassembled terminal subassembly with a second plurality of wire terminals affixed with respect to at least one electric motor/generator, and establishing electrical communication between each of said first plurality of wire terminals and a respective one of said second plurality of terminals.

Abstract: An apparatus is proposed for detachable mechanical and electrical and/or optical connection of a recording appliance to an imaging apparatus. The apparatus comprises a mounting board and an insert board, which is pushed into the mounting board. In this case, the mounting board has guides on opposite sides, which hold the insert board in an interlocking manner in the pushed-in state. Electrical and/or optical contacts on the mounting board and on the insert board are connected to one another when the insert board has been pushed essentially completely into the guides on the mounting board. In one embodiment, a locking lever is provided, which converts a rotary movement of the locking lever to a linear movement of the insert board in the insertion direction. A latching position is provided in an end position of the locking lever.

Abstract: A connector is provided. The connector includes a body extending a length along a central longitudinal axis. The body includes first and second elements that each include opposite first and second end portions. A third element is positioned between at least a portion of the first and second elements. A portion of the third element and a portion of the first element extend within the second element. A portion of the first element extends within the third element. The first end portions of the first and second elements are exposed with respect to the third element. The second end portions of the first and second elements are exposed with respect to the third element. The exposed first end portions of the first and second elements are spaced apart with respect to each other along the length of the body. The exposed second end portions of the first and second elements are spaced apart with respect to each other along the length of the body.

Abstract: A lid member that opens/closes an opening of a receptacle connector has a wiping portion that wipes off adhering moisture by rotating to follow contact disposition surfaces upon insertion of a plug connector. Wiper members for wiping off small quantities of moisture remaining after wiping by the lid member are arranged so as to be movable back and forth in a substantially orthogonal direction to the plug connector insertion direction in front of a groove portion into which a contact portion of the plug connector is fitted. The wiper members are disposed so as to be urged towards the outer circumferential surface of the plug connector by elastic members. When fitting the plug connector, distal-end sides of the wiper members closely contact with the contact disposition surfaces of the plug connector and wipe off residual moisture. Thus, electrolytic corrosion of contacts can be prevented and the contact reliability improved.

Abstract: A piezo actuator in the form of a piezo injector, includes a holding body having an inner space, and having a piezo element disposed in an inner space and encompassing multiple piezoelectric plies disposed to form a stack, which element is electrically contactable through the holding body.

Abstract: A fiber optic communications cable for providing a short range, high speed data communications link between information system units, including an optical fiber with an integral housing at each end having an electrical connector extending from the housing and adapted to mate with a corresponding electrical connector on an external information system unit for transferring an information signal between the cable and the unit. A signal converter in the integral housing's converts the information signal between an electrical signal and a corresponding optical signal.

Abstract: A lighting assembly and apparatus having a light fixture mounted using a tube and stake assembly; the tube is configured with a male receptacle formed of a pronged plug positioned vertically with the upper end flush with the earth; and the stake for insertion into the earth, the stake is configured with a female receptacle containing electrical contacts adapted to receive the pronged plug of the male receptacle. The female receptacle is adapted to have an open end so as to clear debris to the bottom of said stake. The light assembly and apparatus can be constructed from low cost, low voltage outdoor lights so as to provide ground level illumination of pathways, steps, and landscaping.

Abstract: The present invention provides a solenoid and electrical connector assembly which includes a solenoid body having a pair of electrical terminals disposed on opposite sides of a plunger component and a connector having two corresponding electrical terminals and a non-conductive blade or tongue disposed therebetween. When assembled, the tongue of the connector seats between the terminals on the solenoid body and inhibits corrosion and ingress of foreign matter in the region between the terminals of the solenoid.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel latching mechanisms for a pluggable assembly or module that comprises a communications interface between a computer processing unit and the housing of an optical transceiver (such as a XENPAK module). Such connections require multiple flexible spring configurations to ground the module housing to the CPU circuit board. Such flexible spring configurations must exhibit sufficient strength to allow for flexion upon introduction of the housing within a slot within a CPU, yet sufficient force as well to reliably maintain contact of the conductive springs on the optical transceiver to a grounding strip on the CPU circuit board. Furthermore, the springs themselves must release upon application of sufficient force as the user slides the transceiver housing from the CPU slot as well.

Abstract: A wall plate assembly includes a wall plate having an insertion slot, and a signal adapter that is affixed to the back side of the wall plate and has a HDMI jack attached to the insertion slot of the wall plate for receiving a HDMI plug of a HDMI cable and an adapter module with RJ type module jacks electrically connected to the HDMI jack for the connection of RJ type cables for long distance signal transmission without signal attenuation.

Abstract: A device for removing foreign substances from a USB port for vehicles includes a removal plate, a toothed rod, a gear assembly, a reversible rotation motor, and a control unit. The removal plate is installed to a lower end in the USB port in such a way as to be movable up and down. The toothed rod is mounted to a bottom portion of the removal plate so as to be able to move the removal plate up and down, with teeth being provided on a surface of the toothed rod. The gear assembly engages with the teeth for moving the toothed rod up and down. The reversible rotation motor rotates the gear assembly in two opposite directions. The control unit controls the operation of the motor. The device allows users to remove foreign substances in a simpler way.

Abstract: An optical-isolation apparatus of an optical-fiber connector is mainly applied in the optical transmission apparatus and the optical receiving module of the optical-fiber connector to isolate the optical transmission apparatus and the optical receiving module to prevent optical and electrical influences therebetween. Two electrically-conductive shells respectively cover the optical transmission apparatus and the optical receiving module of the optical-fiber connector. The front end of the electrically-conductive shell is set with an opening, and a pin is extended out from the electrical-conducting shell at the bottom portion. By the aforementioned composition of devices, the optical-isolation apparatus of the optical-fiber connector is formed.

Abstract: A patch panel configured for mounting to a network rack, includes: a frame including mounting features at opposite lateral ends for mounting the patch panel to the network rack; a bezel mounted to the patch panel, the bezel including a plurality of outlet apertures, and a plurality of communication outlets mounted in respective ones of the outlet apertures. Each of the outlets includes a plurality of electrical contacts within a plug aperture configured to receive a mating plug. The plug aperture has a generally horizontal axis for receiving the mating plug and further includes a plug latch recess. The outlets are oriented such that the plug latch recess is positioned on one side edge of the plug aperture.

Abstract: A panel mount electrical connector in a burner enclosure panel includes an electrical connector receptacle mounted to an enclosure panel of a fuel-burning combustion device, an internal wiring harness, an electrical connector plug that matches the receptacle, and an external wiring harness configured to be coupled to a separate appliance. The panel mount electrical connector facilitates easy and quick disconnection of the burner electrical wiring at the burner enclosure panel, making installation, removal, and maintenance less difficult.

Abstract: Optical transceiver with pluggable optical module. An electro-optical transceiver, preferably in a standard form factor such as XENPAK, XPAK, or X2, is adapted to receive a pluggable optical module, preferably complying with the XFP standard. The transceiver adapts signals from the pluggable optical module to the transceiver interface.

Abstract: There is provided an optical module for coupling with a fiber optic cable through an optical connector, including a module body connectable with a plug of the optical connector by a dedicated guide pin, with a side surface of the module body being opposed to a mating surface of the connector plug at which an end face of the fiber optic cable is exposed, and an optical element mounted to the module body and having an optical axis brought into alignment with an optical axis of the fiber optic cable upon fitting of the guide pin into the module body and the connector plug.

Abstract: A device for forming an optical connection between an optoelectronic device and an optical fiber and for forming an electrical connection between the optoelectronic device and a substrate, a system including the device and materials, and methods of forming the device and system are disclosed. The device for forming an optical connection includes a—light transmission medium and electrical connectors, which are at least partially encapsulated. In addition, the device includes guide grooves configured to receive guide pins from a fiber ribbon connector, such that when the fiber ribbon connector is attached to the device, fibers of the ribbon align with the optoelectronic device via the light transmission medium.

Abstract: A recessed jack plug assembly includes a jack plug support structure having a jack plug mounted therein. The jack plug support structure includes a recessed area for receiving at least a portion of the base of the jack. The recessed area includes an interior wall which provides lateral support to the base of the jack. The recessed area may also have a channel to accommodate the angled portion of a 90° jack base. A pair of opposed finger wells are optionally provided in the front surface of the jack plug support structure adjacent the recessed area to allow the user to grasp the base of the jack when removal of the jack is desired.

Abstract: A rescue flash drive, configured with a tubular main body, end surfaces of two ends of which are respectively concaved with a holding space. A circuit board main body at one end of a flash drive storage unit is positioned within one of the holding spaces, and a USB connector at another end of the flash drive storage unit protrudes outside the holding space. The flash drive storage unit prestores a number of pieces of health information on an individual. A cover covers the other holding space, thereby forming a sealed space, within which is deposited emergency medication. Accordingly, when an accident occurs, rescue workers can access the pieces of health information on the individual stored in the flash drive storage unit, at the same time use the emergency medication, thereby facilitating carrying out the most appropriate first aid and care in the shortest time.

Abstract: An apparatus and system includes a radiation generation device for generating radiation and a radiation detection device. A first radiation channel is optically-coupled on a first end to the radiation generation device and configured to direct the radiation generated by the radiation generation device to a second end of the first radiation channel. A second radiation channel is optically-coupled on a first end to the radiation detection device and configured to direct radiation from a second end of the second radiation channel to the radiation detection device. An optical switch is configured to selectively interrupt the transmission of radiation from the second end of the first radiation channel to the second end of the second radiation channel.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an optical waveguide includes the steps of forming a liquid-repellent region upon a substrate, and forming the optical waveguide in a region upon the substrate other than the liquid-repellent region.

Abstract: Luggage or carrying container (1) having an interface (10) for cooperating with one or more electronic and/or wireless devices (20, 22, 24, 26, 28), a rechargeable power source (30), an integrated antenna (40), and a wireless communication system (50). The luggage (1) allows a user to better manage various electronic devices/accessories in terms of space, efficiency and operation during travel.

Abstract: A silicone-based gel for use with telecommunication interconnect devices. The silicone gel includes roughly equal Parts A and B by weight or volume. Part A includes (i) between about 15 to 20 parts vinyl terminated polydimethyl siloxane of non-agglomerated SiO2 (nanocone) nanoparticles, (ii) between about 80 to 85 parts unmodified polydimethylsiloxane, and (iii) between about 0.1 to 0.3 parts of approximately 0.5% platinum catalyst. Part B includes (i) between about 5 to 10 parts vinyl terminated polydimethyl siloxane of non-agglomerated SiO2 (nanocone) nanoparticles, (ii) between about 15 to 30 parts hydride terminated polydimethylsiloxane, (iii) between about 0.2 to 10 parts hydride functional polydimethylsiloxane, and (iv) between about 50 to 80 parts unmodified polydimethylsiloxane. A telecommunication interconnect device that uses the silicone gel is also disclosed.

Abstract: An electrical housing has a first member and a second member that can be locked and unlocked with a cover lock. The cover lock itself can include a male member disposed on one of the members, and a female member disposed on the other of the members for mating with the male member. A rib can also be provided on either the first or second member to help mate the male member with the female member.

Abstract: A patch panel configured for mounting to a network rack, includes: a frame including mounting features at opposite lateral ends for mounting the patch panel to the network rack; a bezel mounted to the patch panel, the bezel including a plurality of outlet apertures, and a plurality of communication outlets mounted in respective ones of the outlet apertures. Each of the outlets includes a plurality of electrical contacts within a plug aperture configured to receive a mating plug. The plug aperture has a generally horizontal axis for receiving the mating plug and further includes a plug latch recess. The outlets are oriented such that the plug latch recess is positioned on one side edge of the plug aperture.

Abstract: An apparatus for concealing an AC power strip and organizing power cords connected thereto includes a top section; a middle section comprising a bottom portion and a top portion, the top portion including an AC power strip receiving section, the bottom portion including at least one slot formed on a top rim thereof, the slot sized and configured to allow passage of the power cords; a bottom section, the bottom section being attachable to the middle section. The top section is slidingly and frictionally attachable to the middle section and the top section, middle section and bottom section provide an enclosure therewithin in a closed configuration for concealing the AC power strip and connected power cords.

Abstract: A plug and a communication module communicate wirelessly. The plug includes prongs that couple to sockets of a power outlet to receive power for a device associated with the plug. The plug carries circuitry that communicates wirelessly with circuitry of the communication module. The communication module is located near the power outlet in some embodiments.

Abstract: Connector module and method of manufacturing same A connector module (31, 71) comprises a base body (21) having a first contact (27) for electrically contacting an optoelectronic module (72), a second contact (25) for electronically contacting a board, and a conductive trace (23) for electrically connecting the first (27) and second (25) contacts on a surface of the base body (21), and a molded part (33), the molded part (33) being cast onto the base body (21) across a first part of the surface, and the base body (21) and/or the molded part (33) defining a through-opening (13, 19, 37) for introducing a fiber (73).

Abstract: A pluggable connector, such as an optical transceiver is provided for coupling an information system unit to a fiber optical cable. The connector includes a housing, a moveable collar disposed on an optical connector end of the housing, said collar surrounding an optical connector, a cam connected to said moveable collar and a spring loaded latch extending from a side of said housing for engaging a receptacle on the information system unit so as to secure the connector in the receptacle, said cam engaging the spring loaded latch such that when the moveable collar is pulled in a direction away from the housing the latch is retracted to enable the connector to be released from the receptacle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connector arrangement for optical wave guides for establishing multimedia connections in motor vehicles, e.g. in accordance with the MOST®-Standard wherein a first and a second fiber section are each enclosed by a sleeve and by connecting it fixedly with the sleeve, both sleeves form an integrally constructed, common fiber holder for the two fiber sections, which can be inserted into the rear fiber receptable of the connector housing.

Abstract: The invention provides an apparatus for safely storing and retrieving power cords and electronic wiring associated with a mobile intravenous pole serving patients in intensive care settings wherein a plurality of devices are required and enabling the patient to be mobile without causing power cords and wiring to become tangled and dragging on patient room or hospital floors.

Abstract: A hinge has two hinge parts for connecting two device parts of a portable device. The hinge parts can be moved relative to each other so as to allow the portable device to operate in a number of positions. For example, in a mobile phone with a sliding cover to expose the phone keyboard when the mobile phone is operated in an open position, the hinge parts are also configured to allow the sliding motion of the sliding cover. Furthermore, electrically conductive segments are provided on the hinge parts so that electrical contacts between the device parts can be achieved when the portable device is operated in different positions. Additionally, an optical conduit is provided through the hinge so that optical signals can be conveyed between the device parts when the portable device is operated in different positions.

Abstract: A patch panel configured for mounting to a network rack, includes: a frame including mounting features at opposite lateral ends for mounting the patch panel to the network rack; a bezel mounted to the patch panel, the bezel including a plurality of outlet apertures, and a plurality of communication outlets mounted in respective ones of the outlet apertures. Each of the outlets includes a plurality of electrical contacts within a plug aperture configured to receive a mating plug. The plug aperture has a generally horizontal axis for receiving the mating plug and further includes a plug latch recess. The outlets are oriented such that the plug latch recess is positioned on one side edge of the plug aperture.

Abstract: A mounting assembly includes a support bracket for supporting a data storage device with a fixed connector thereon, a cable connector electrically coupled to the fixed connector of the data storage device, and a pivoting member pivotably mounted to the support bracket. The support bracket has a latch portion thereon. The pivoting member has an engaging portion for engaging with the latch portion of the support bracket, and a securing portion for pressing against the cable connector, to thereby secure the cable connector to the fixed connector of the data storage device.

Abstract: An optical transceiver for including an electrical connector with a serial interface for coupling with an external electrical cable or information system device, a fiber optic connector adapted for coupling with an external optical fiber, and an electro-optical subassembly for converting between an information containing electrical signal and a modulated optical signal corresponding to the electrical signal including a transmitter subassembly including at least first and second lasers operating at different wavelengths and modulated with respective first and second electrical signals for emitting first and second laser light beams, and an optical multiplexer for receiving the first and second beams and multiplexing the respective optical signals into a single multi-wavelength beam.

Abstract: Fuel port structure (10) of a fuel pump (20) includes a fuel port (12) having a periphery (14), an internal portion defining a fuel passage (16), and a free end (18). An electrically conductive grounding structure (22) has a first portion (24) disposed at least partially within the fuel passage and a second portion (26) extending from the free end. A fuel delivery tube (28) is coupled to the periphery of the fuel port at the free end thereof. The fuel delivery tube has an electrically conductive portion (30) in contact with the second portion of the grounding structure to provide a discharge path for static electricity created when fuel flows through the fuel passage.

Abstract: Media converters for use in optical-to-electrical and electrical-to-optical conversion. A media converter includes an outer housing, an electrical plug disposed on one end of the outer housing, an optical cable disposed on an opposite end of the outer housing, and circuitry that connects to both the electrical plug and the optical cable. In this example, the circuitry receives electrical signals from the electrical plug and outputs corresponding optical signals to the optical cable. In addition, the circuitry also receives optical signals from the optical cable and outputs corresponding electrical signals to the electrical plug.

Abstract: An optical transceiver for including an electrical connector with a serial interface for coupling with an external electrical cable or information system device, a fiber optic connector adapted for coupling with an external optical fiber, and an electro-optical subassembly for converting between an information containing electrical signal and a modulated optical signal corresponding to the electrical signal including a transmitter subassembly including at least first and second lasers operating at different wavelengths and modulated with respective first and second electrical signals for emitting first and second laser light beams, and an optical multiplexer for receiving the first and second beams and multiplexing the respective optical signals into a single multi-wavelength beam.