Abstract: Consolidated power tips allow a power adaptor to be connected to disparately sized input ports of electronic devices. The consolidated power tips may be sized to balance insertion and pull-out forces for the disparately sized input ports. Deformable members may be added to the consolidated power tips for more desirable insertion and pull-out forces and improved electrical contact. For input ports with different electrical requirements, a mode selector may be added to the consolidated power tip to select between the electrical requirements of the different input ports.

Abstract: A transceiver for a two-connector system includes a circuit board, at least one cable attached to the circuit board, and a housing arranged to contain the circuit board. The two-connector system includes a front connector and a back connector. When the transceiver is connected to the two-connector system, a front edge of the circuit board is arranged to engage with the front connector and an intermediate portion of the circuit board is arranged to engage with the back connector.

Abstract: The invention is a safety electrical interconnect that mitigates shock risk, it adapts into standard electrical sockets, outlets or electrical wiring; it conceals electrically energized contacts yet is capable of transferring electrical energy between at least two parts inductively. A first part of the invention is capable of being plugged directly into a standard electrical socket or outlet using a plurality of prongs or pins protruding from at least a first surface. This first part is capable of passing electrical energy wirelessly using inductive transformer action when connected to one or more second parts of the invention. These second parts of the invention have one or more female connections capable of receiving prongs or pins from an electrical appliance or machine plug.

Abstract: A digital card adapter comprises a cover configured to a large-size appearance in shape of the SD card, a printed circuit board disposed at the cover, a set of terminals disposed in the center of the cover, and an insulative housing. The adapter provides a print circuit board being mounted inside a card-shape cover, and accomplishes to transfer data there between two different sizes cards in accordance with standard of SD 4.0 specification, meanwhile, achieves adapting two SD 4.0 card in different sizes.

Abstract: A link disconnect box enables easy field retrofitting of network protectors. The link disconnect box has an outer casing that defines a cavity with a front face opening and top and bottom bus bar openings. Top and bottom terminals seal the top and bottom bus bar openings. The bottom terminal is configured to connect to an existing terminal of the network protector. A removable face plate seals shut the front face opening. Top and bottom bus bars electrically connect to the top and bottom terminals, extending through the respective top and bottom bus bar openings towards each other, with an air gap between them within the cavity. An electrical link, which can be bolted closed, connects and disconnects the top and bottom bus bars by electrically bridging the air gap.

Abstract: A system that detects electrical disconnection of one connector from another connector includes a detection circuitry and a protection circuitry. The detection circuitry detects that a plug connector has been electrically disconnected from a corresponding receptacle connector. In response to the detection, the detection circuitry sends a signal to the protection circuitry. In response to the signal, the protection circuitry lowers or terminates power being supplied to a host device via one of the contacts of the plug connector. This helps to prevent shocks/shorts that may be caused by accidental disconnection of the plug connector.

Abstract: A junction box for a solar panel comprises a housing, a lid, a first connector and a second connector. The housing comprises sidewalls and a top wall defining an interior space. The first coupling comprises a first contact element and the second coupling comprises a second contact element. Said contact elements penetrate at least one of the sidewalls, so that the contact elements provide an electrical contact from external contact elements to internal contact elements, such as solder tails. Internal contact elements are arranged at least partially in said interior space. The top wall comprises an opening extending only partially in said top wall. Said opening is located such in the top wall that access to said solder tails in a substantially perpendicular direction to the surface of a solar panel for connecting the solder tail to the solar panel is provided.

Abstract: An electrical connector system includes a receptacle connector having a receptacle housing holding a plurality of receptacle signal contacts arranged in pairs carrying differential signals. The receptacle housing has a front face. The system includes a header connector coupled to the receptacle connector. The header connector includes a header housing holding a plurality of header signal contacts arranged in pairs carrying differential signals and mated with corresponding receptacle signal contacts. The header housing has a front face that opposes the front face of the receptacle housing when coupled thereto with a gap being defined between the front faces. Gap fillers are provided within the gap. The gap fillers are conductive and include deflectable spring fingers. The gap fillers provide impedance control for the header signal contacts along the gap.

Abstract: To use the same onboard apparatus and navigation system in many kinds of vehicles. A table in which manufacturers and vehicle types are connected with designs and functions has been previously stored in a navigation system module 21. The navigation system module 21 itself sends the center controller 11 a query about vehicle information (the country that manufactured, manufacturer, vehicle type, using country, manufacturing number), recognizes the vehicle information supplied from the center controller 11, and automatically sets the screen design, function, etc., suitable to the vehicle on which the onboard apparatus is mounted.

Abstract: An electronic device having a housing and a receptacle connector. The receptacle connector includes an opening at an exterior surface of the housing. A plurality of contacts are arranged in a two dimensional array positioned within the opening of the receptacle connector. The receptacle connector is configured to concurrently mate with multiple plug connectors where each mated plug connector electrically connects to different and mutually exclusive subsets of contacts in the plurality of contacts. Switching circuitry is coupled to the plurality of contacts and configured to detect when one or more plug connectors are mated with the receptacle connector and electrically connect circuitry within the electronic device to contacts in the one or more plug connectors via subsets of contacts from the plurality of contacts.

Abstract: An electronic device having a housing and a receptacle connector. The receptacle connector includes an opening at an exterior surface of the housing. A plurality of contacts are arranged in a two dimensional array positioned within the opening of the receptacle connector. The receptacle connector is configured to concurrently mate with multiple plug connectors where each mated plug connector electrically connects to different and mutually exclusive subsets of contacts in the plurality of contacts. Switching circuitry is coupled to the plurality of contacts and configured to detect when one or more plug connectors are mated with the receptacle connector and electrically connect circuitry within the electronic device to contacts in the one or more plug connectors via subsets of contacts from the plurality of contacts.

Abstract: An electronic element-incorporating connector (10) has two bus bars (30) mounted side-by-side in a housing (40) and an electronic element (20) with lead wires (22) at both ends of an electronic element body (21). The lead wires (22) are welded to element connection parts (31) of the bus bars (30). The element connection parts (31) project from an upper surface of the housing (40). Each lead wire (22) has a straight part (23) adjacent the resistance element body (21) and a bend (25) between the straight part (23) and the element connection part (31).

Abstract: A network connector structure includes an insulating body having a port inwardly formed at a front-end surface of the insulating body, a containing space formed in the insulating body insulating body, and a first circuit board and a second circuit board parallely installed and electrically coupled to each other. A plurality of connecting terminals and a plurality of filter elements are electrically coupled to the first circuit board, and at least one network integrated circuit and a plurality of soldered terminals are electrically coupled to the second circuit board. The network connector is electrically coupled to an external transmission line through the plurality of connecting terminals, and electrically coupled to a motherboard of an external electronic device through the plurality of soldered terminals, so that the network integrated circuit inside the network connector provide network signal encoding/decoding functions directly.

Abstract: There is provided a connector including a connection terminal to be connected to another connection terminal of another connector; a fixed contact; a movable contact provided on one button end portion of a movable plate; a card made of an insulating material and being in contact with the movable plate; a button in contact with the card; a swing spring connected to the button; and a slide operating portion for controlling a contact between the fixed contact and the movable contact, wherein one of the fixed contact and the movable contact is connected to the connection terminal, the button is pushed down by moving the slide operating portion in one direction to thereby move the movable plate via the card, the connector is in a turn-on state when the fixed contact is in contact with the movable contact, the swing spring generates restoring force in a direction of separating a contact between the fixed contact and the movable contact, and the movable contact is separated from the fixed contact so as to be in a tu

Abstract: An electrical connector electrically connects a first printed circuit board and a second printed circuit board, where the electrical connector includes: (a) an insulative housing; (b) a plurality of signal conductors, with at least a portion of each of the plurality of signal conductors disposed within the insulative housing; (c) each of the plurality of signal conductors having a first contact end, a second contact end and an intermediate portion therebetween; and (d) a passive circuit element electrically connected to the intermediate portion of each of the plurality of signal conductors, where the passive circuit element is housed in an insulative package and includes at least a capacitor or an inductor.

Abstract: A device for connecting high voltage cable having a connection element comprising of first and second sleeves, each having a protrusion on a top for receiving first and second conductors of a first and second high voltage cables and fixing the first and second conductors by pressure; a contact bump being coupled to the protrusion in a sliding manner and an electrode unit having a key hole that the contact bump contacts with, wherein the first and second sleeves are coupled in a manner of male and female coupling.

Abstract: A case is provided for holding an ultraviolet detecting device in a state wherein an electrode-side terminal portion of the ultraviolet detecting device is inserted into one end portion. A conducting portion is provided connected on one end to an electrode terminal portion of the ultraviolet detecting device with the other end led out from the other end portion of the case. A sealing member is provided attached removably to the case. The sealing member seals airtight between the inside and the outside of the case in a state wherein a cable of the conducting portion passes therethrough.

Abstract: A DC receptacle has, in a housing, a pair of connection sockets with which a pair of connection terminals of a plug used in a DC electrical equipment is adapted to be detachably electrically connected. The DC receptacle includes a circuit opening/closing unit configured to open or close a power line; and a connection verification unit for verifying the connection of the plug to the receptacle. The circuit opening/closing unit opens or closes the power line depending on the connection state between the plug and the receptacle detected by the connection verification unit.

Abstract: To use the same onboard apparatus and navigation system in many kinds of vehicles. A table in which manufacturers and vehicle types are connected with designs and functions has been previously stored in a navigation system module 21. The navigation system module 21 itself sends the center controller 11 a query about vehicle information (the country that manufactured, manufacturer, vehicle type, using country, manufacturing number), recognizes the vehicle information supplied from the center controller 11, and automatically sets the screen design, function, etc., suitable to the vehicle on which the onboard apparatus is mounted.

Abstract: A compact electrical plug characterized as a receptacle with a self-contained programmable, networkable controller which can be installed directly onto an electromechanical valve or relay. The plug has a controller built into the receptacle housing. It can be configured to run autonomously based on an internal closed loop feedback algorithm or manually controlled based on commands received remotely by a computer or custom control interface. The invention can be networked with other plugs like it providing a streamlined network where multiple electromechanical valves and\or relays can be controlled at one time. The plug has multiple visual indications providing the operating status and error states of the connected component and contained controller.

Abstract: An on-board diagnostic (OBD) adapter includes an input connector, a first output connector and a second output connector. The input connector is electrically connected to the first and second output connectors through a circuit board. The input connector is inserted into a socket of the OBD to capture vehicle driving information from the OBD and transmit the vehicle driving information to the first and second output connectors. The first output connector is formed in a specification the same as the socket of the OBD. The second output connector is formed in a specification different from the socket of the OBD. The adapter provides connection with the OBD with the same or different connector to improve usability.

Abstract: A power adapter plug arm manufactured from a single piece of material is provided. The plug arm can include a plug operative to extend into a wall socket, an elongated plate coupled to an end of the plug such that the plug extends from a first surface of one end of the plate, and a pin coupled to the opposite end of the plate and extending from the opposite surface of the plate. The pin can be operative to engage a circuit board of the power adapter to provide power received from the wall socket to an electronic device coupled to the power adapter. To enhance the strength of the plug arm, the plate can be manufactured by creating a co-axial plug and a stem from a single piece of material, bending the stem, and cold heading the bent portion of the stem to form a plate.

Abstract: A connector assembly includes an input/output device, a motherboard, at least one first cable, a first connector connected to the motherboard, a signal increasing connector located between the at least one first USB input/output connector and the first connector, and a power supply cable connected to the signal increasing connector and the motherboard The an input/output device includes at least one first USB input/output connector. The signal increasing connector divides the at least one cable into a first portion and a second portion. The first portion is connected to the signal increasing connector and the at least one first USB input/output connector, and the second portion is connected to the signal increasing connector and the first connector.

Abstract: A digital card adapter comprises a cover configured to a large-size appearance in shape of the SD card, a printed circuit board disposed at the cover, a set of terminals disposed in the center of the cover, and an insulative housing. The adapter provides a print circuit board being mounted inside a card-shape cover, and accomplishes to transfer data there between two different sizes cards in accordance with standard of SD 4.0 specification, meanwhile, achieves adapting two SD 4.0 card in different sizes.

Abstract: The invention provides an improved method of routing power from a power source such as an AC power source directly to a printed circuit board and then to an appliance that interfaces with one or more appliance claws that are connected directly or indirectly to the circuit board. Various embodiments offer superior durability, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. They may also decrease the dimensions, cost, and complexity of a robust assembly.

Abstract: A battery adapter can include a plurality of machine-side-connecting sections capable of being connected to a plurality of battery-connecting ports provided on an electric machine, and a battery-side-connecting section(s) to which a battery or batteries can be connected. The number of the machine-side-connecting sections is preferably configured to be larger than the number of the battery-side-connecting section(s). Further, the electric machine is preferably connected to the machine-side-connecting sections of the battery adapter through its battery-connecting ports. The electric machine can be driven by the battery or batteries connected to the battery-side-connecting section(s) of the battery adapter.

Abstract: Systems and methods for configuring contacts of a first connector includes detecting mating of a second connector with the first connector and in response to the detection, sending a command over one of the contacts and waiting for a response to the command. If a valid response to the command is received, the system determines the orientation of the second connector. The response also includes configuration information for contacts in the second connector. The system then configures some of the other contacts of the first connector based on the determined orientation and configuration information of the contacts of the second connector.

Abstract: A thumb drive with a miniaturized memory storage assembly package that employs an extended chassis structure to support the miniaturized memory device within an ergonomically designed casing that is also simple to manufacture. The miniaturized memory storage assembly has a flexible latch projection extending from its side that mates with a complimentary latch aperture in the side of the connector housing. Downwardly projecting tongues in the top surface of the connector housing also prevent movement of the assembly within the housing. The elongated platform chassis extending rearwardly from the USB connector housing snaps in place in an ergonomically designed thumb drive case.

Abstract: A rotatable power strip includes a base, a cover, a fixing member fixed to the base, and a socket. Two opposite first conductive pieces and a second conductive piece between the first conductive pieces are mounted to the base. The socket is rotatably mounted to the base. A top of the socket is exposed out of the cover. Two first conductive pins and a second conductive pin are mounted to a bottom of the socket. The second conductive pin is arranged between the first conductive pins and engages with the second conductive piece. The socket is rotated around the second conductive pin. The fixing member is capable of locking the socket to a conductive position where the first conductive pins respectively engage with the first conductive pieces, and a non-conductive position where the first conductive pins respectively disengage from the first conductive pieces.

Abstract: A rotatable power strip includes a base, a cover, a fixing member fixed to the base, and a socket. Two opposite first conductive pieces and a second conductive piece between the first conductive pieces are mounted to the base. The socket is rotatably mounted to the base. A top of the socket is exposed out of the cover. Two first conductive pins and a second conductive pin are mounted to a bottom of the socket. The second conductive pin is arranged between the first conductive pins and engages with the second conductive piece. The socket is rotated around the second conductive pin. The fixing member is capable of locking the socket to a conductive position where the first conductive pins respectively engage with the first conductive pieces, and a non-conductive position where the first conductive pins respectively disengage from the first conductive pieces.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention generally comprise devices and methods for optimizing rechargeable battery life. One or more embodiments of the invention comprise a device for interrupting the charging status of a rechargeable battery, comprising: a plug, an outlet, a switch, and a controller for controlling the switch state dependent on at least one of: amount of time the switch is in the open state, and amount of time the switch is in the closed state.

Abstract: A power strip having two or more outlets include a sequence control module operable to sequentially activate and/or deactivate the outlets, thereby powering up or powering down each outlet separately. A pre-determined time delay, that can be set by a user, occurs between the activation and/or deactivation of the outlets. The power strip can include an off/off switch, and a foot switch operable to start the activation and/or deactivation. The foot switch can affix an electrical substrate, to which the sequence control module is attached, to the housing of the power strip.

Abstract: The invention relates to socket connectors and socket connector systems for electrically connecting a first corresponding plug connector and for capacitively connecting a second corresponding plug connector. Further, the invention relates to a plug connector for capacitively connecting a corresponding socket connector. In order to allow for an electrical connection or a capacitive connection, the invention suggest providing a connecting element, arranged within the housing of the socket connector, including contact portion for contacting a connection area of the first plug connector, and a non-contact portion arranged such that, in the mated state, the surface thereof covers at least parts of a connection area of the second plug connector.

Abstract: Charging cell-phone case comprising a case having a receiving section for receiving a cell phone, an electrical male member that mates with the female charging portion of the cell-phone, circuitry to convert the input AC power to the desired DC output, and a foldable recessed plug for mating with a AC outlet.

Abstract: Apparatus for disconnecting a charger or a device incorporating a charger for a rechargeable battery from the power source either after charging is complete or after a pre-set time interval to minimize damage to the battery. The apparatus includes a plug in an enclosure for plugging into a power source or other power outlet, the enclosure being provided with an outlet for receiving a power cable from the battery charger or the device including the rechargeable battery. Circuitry is provided in the enclosure for switching off the power supplied to the charger or the device including the battery upon receipt of a signal from the device or after a pre-set time interval has elapsed.

Abstract: An illumination apparatus includes an adapter that is detachably and electrically connected a fluorescent lamp socket; a power supply unit in the adapter to supply power; a light emitting device driver that generates driving power from the power supplied by the power supply unit; a controller that controls the light emitting device driver; and a light emitting device illumination unit that emits light according to the driving power from the light emitting device driver and that is electrically connects the power supply unit to another fluorescent lamp socket.

Abstract: Communications patching system and methods utilizing common-mode channel communications are provided for identifying patch panel ports to which a backbone cable is connected in a communications patching system, for identifying a patch panel port to which a horizontal cable terminating at a telecommunications outlet is connected in a communications patching system, and for identifying the physical location of first and second connectors of a patch cord in a communications patching system having multiple patching zones.

Abstract: A recessed portion is provided into which an ultraviolet detecting device is inserted, and a case is provided for holding removably in the state wherein the ultraviolet detecting device is inserted into the recessed portion. A conducting portion is provided that is connected on one end to the electrode portion of the ultraviolet detecting device and wherein the other end is led out from the case. The recessed portion is provided with first through fourth protrusions which insert into grooves that are formed in the ultraviolet detecting device.

Abstract: A conversion adaptor enables utilization of a standardized charge cable used when a power storage device mounted on an electrically-powered vehicle is charged by a power source provided outside of the vehicle as a universal cable for transmitting electric power to electric loads having different plug shapes that are respectively standardized from one region to another. Conversion adaptor includes a primary side connector unit configured to be connectable to a connector of charge cable, a secondary side connector unit configured so as to have a plug of an electric load, such as a home electric appliance, connected thereto, and a manipulating unit for manipulating a CCID of charge cable so that relays are switched off when connector of charge cable is connected to first connector unit.

Abstract: An electronic device may include a connector port that accommodates reversible connector plugs. The connector port may include protection circuitry that protects other components in the electronic device from undesired power supply voltages. The protection circuitry may form a first branch and a second branch opposite to the first branch. The protection circuitry may receive control signals from power polarity detection circuitry. The power polarity detection circuitry may detect the presence of power supply voltages at the first branch and the second branch. In response to detecting the presence of a power supply voltage at a given branch, the power polarity detection circuitry may disable a power supply signal path through the opposite branch and enable a power supply signal path through the given branch.

Abstract: A connector for connecting a peripheral device to a electronic apparatus includes a shell defining an opening therein, and a light source received in the opening capable of illuminating surroundings. The light source is powered by the connector. The connector further includes a power pin and a ground pin, and the light source is connected to the power pin and the ground pin.

Abstract: A pass-through adapter includes an adapter body having at least two connector pin interfaces, with one configured for coupling to an external device such as a communications device. Each connector pin interface includes a plurality of connector pins, including a plurality of pass-through connector pins operative with each other for in-line, pass-through signaling when the pass-through adapter is coupled to the external device. A crypto ignition key (CIK) circuit is contained within the adapter body and connected to at least one of the connector pins to provide a secure mode of operation for the external device.

Abstract: A thumb drive with a miniaturized memory storage assembly package that employs an extended chassis structure to support the miniaturized memory device within an ergonomically designed casing that is also simple to manufacture. The miniaturized memory storage assembly has a flexible latch projection extending from its side that mates with a complimentary latch aperture in the side of the connector housing. Downwardly projecting tongues in the top surface of the connector housing also prevent movement of the assembly within the housing. The elongated platform chassis extending rearwardly from the USB connector housing snaps in place in an ergonomically designed thumb drive case.

Abstract: A power strip for conducting electrical power between an electrical power outlet having at least a live receptacle and a neutral receptacle, and at least two electrical device power plugs, each plug having at least a live prong and a neutral prong. The power strip includes a first housing segment having a first receptacle configured to receive at least an electrically conductive portion of a first device plug and a second housing segment having a second receptacle configured to receive at least an electrically conductive portion of a second device plug.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes one or more connector terminals, which are connected to wiring extending from the connector and are coupled to interconnect with corresponding connector terminals in a mating connector. An active shielding circuit is mounted adjacent to the connector terminals and is configured to sense a first magnetic field in a vicinity of the electrical connector and to generate, based on the sensed magnetic field, a second magnetic field that reduces interference induced in the wiring and the connector terminals by the first magnetic field.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus includes: a receptacle having a plurality of pins for connecting a plug of a transmission cable; and a transmission cable determination section adapted to apply a predetermined voltage to a predetermined one of the pins of the receptacle to determine a category of the transmission cable.

Abstract: A socket adaptor for an LED lamp includes an adaptor body and an AC-DC converter disposed in the adaptor body. The adaptor body includes a holder for receiving an LED lamp, the holder being configured according to industrial standards. The adaptor body also includes an external base for attaching the socket adaptor to a lamp holder, the external base being configured according to the industrial standards.

Abstract: A cable coupler including an external cylinder mechanism having an inner conductor for electrically connecting the inner conductor itself to the outer conductors of the shielded cables, an outer conductor having a larger diameter than the inner conductor, a gap portion disposed between the inner conductor and the outer conductor, and capacitors arranged in the gap portion, for electrically connecting between the outer conductor and the inner conductor, an inner potion of the external cylinder mechanism being able to be opened and closed along a longitudinal direction, an internal coupling mechanism placed inside the inner conductor and having connecting pins for holding the core wires of the shielded cables, for electrically connecting between the core wires of the shielded cables, and a base for holding the external cylinder mechanism and for electrically connecting the external cylinder mechanism to an external conductor.

Abstract: Disclosed is a terminating connector comprising a terminating connector housing, fastening means that are embodied monolithically with the connector housing and are used for fixing the terminating connector to a socket, and an insulating member which is rotatably mounted in the terminating connector housing and is used for retaining contact elements that can engage with corresponding contact elements in a socket insulating member.

Abstract: Embodiments of a multi-function power strip are shown, said strip including a first endcap and a second endcap; at least one rail, said rail being adapted to engage with at least one outlet module; the rail also being engaged with a transformer module, said transformer module in electrical connection with the at least one outlet module, and adapted to receive electrical power therefrom, said transformer module further comprising a transformer adapted to transform electrical power into a plurality of voltages suitable for powering a plurality of different models of electronic accessories, and a connector forming a circuit to provide a suitable one of the plurality of voltages to an electronic accessory; and wherein the at least one outlet module and the transformer module are releasably joined together.