Abstract: The present invention provides a protector, especially a radiotherapeutic protector. The protector comprises a conductive baseplate with one side covered with an insulation layer and another side is mounted with a plentiful of antennae, and an electric connector is coupled on one end of the conductive baseplate. In one embodiment, the conductive baseplate is enveloped by the insulation layer, and the antennae penetrate through the insulation layer and connect to one side of the conductive baseplate. The protector of the present invention has the advantages of simplify in structure and low in price, and can effectively avoid the physical contact or collision between the radioactive source and the patient during treatment.

Abstract: A complex button assembly and a portable multimedia device using the same. The complex button assembly is installed to an upper end of a case which defines an external appearance of the portable multimedia device. The complex button assembly is provided with a plurality of buttons to receive information on an operating state of the multimedia device. The complex button assembly is installed to face upwardly on the upper surface of the case or rearwardly and upwardly on the upper surface of the case such that a user can easily operate the portable multimedia device. In the complex button assembly, a button body having first and second button units is installed in a penetration portion of a button frame. A jog window is further formed in a middle portion of the button body in which a jog button is installed.

Abstract: A layered mechanism for use in a circuit breaker fabricated by automated assembly operations includes a movable electrical contact mounted on a blade for movement relative to a stationary electrical contact. The major portion of the blade is substantially flat, and a handle is coupled to the blade to move said blade. A toggle spring is connected to the blade to apply a biasing force in the plane of the flat portion of the blade. The handle and blade form cooperating opposed surfaces that allow engagement of the handle with the blade so that movement of the handle can move the blade while allowing pivoting movement of the blade relative to the handle, while opposed surfaces resist upward pivoting movement of the blade when the toggle spring is attached to the blade during assembly of the circuit breaker.

Abstract: A rotary knob is for operating a motor vehicle by rotation of the rotary knob, the rotary knob having an at least partially transparent display layer which rotates along in response to an angular movement of the rotary knob, and a controllable light source for displaying changeable information on the display layer.

Abstract: High frequency signals and power carried in a main cable delivering the same to a device are insured continuance flow within the main cable through use of a shorting bypass bar assembly in the device that is activated to electrically connect input and output ports of the device whenever the cover of the device is removed for servicing, for insuring continuity of the signal and power flow through the main cable. The shorting bypass bar itself is electrically connected to ground whenever the cover of the device is installed and the shorting bypass bar is disabled.

Abstract: A push button assembly comprises a button (1) with an actuating structure (5) movably mounted within a housing (2) for operation of a switch (20). The housing (2) provides a frame (18) comprising side wall structures (16), with a flange structure (15) mounted at a top open end thereof, The axial length of the housing (2) is shorter than the horizontal length of the side wall structures (16), resulting in a short push button assembly. The button (1) is illuminable via a lamp (25) which is provided on a carrier strip (22), the switch (20) being mounted on a body (19), both of which can be removably mounted substantially within the confines of the housing (2), with respective connection terminals (23, 21) projecting outward thereof, the assembly therefore occupying minimal space behind a panel when mounted on such a panel of an amusement or gaming machine where space may be restricted.

Abstract: An electrical appliance housing including a hard plastic housing body defining a switch-actuating aperture. The aperture is sealed with a soft plastic membrane. An actuating button is fastened to a hard plastic base that is bonded to the membrane.

Abstract: A side key assembly is mounted on a housing (60) which comprises a sidewall (610). A socket (62) is formed in the sidewall (610) of the housing. The side key assembly includes a button (70), two switches (80) and the socket. The button includes an operating portion (710), two touching blocks (740) and at least one elastic arm (750). The operating portion is slidingly received in the socket. One end of the at least one elastic arm connects with the operating portion while the other end is firmly fixed on the housing. Each switch includes a contact portion. Each contact portion is positioned adjacent to a corresponding touching block. Each switch is turned on when the corresponding touching block is moved to touch the contact portion thereof.

Abstract: A circuit breaker subassembly is disclosed. The subassembly includes a base, an operating mechanism, a one-piece non-conductive rotor disposed within the base, and a plurality of sets of contact arms supported by the rotor. The rotor is disposed in operable connection with the operating mechanism and includes a rotational degree of freedom relative to the base with portions of the rotor disposed between each set of the plurality of sets of contact arms to define separation portions. The operating mechanism includes a frame disposed within the base, a cradle in pivotal connection with the frame, an upper link in pivotal connection with the cradle, and a lower link having a first end and a second end, the first end in pivotal connection with the upper link and the second end in pivotal connection with the rotor at the separation portions.

Abstract: In a contactor contact piece members can be arranged at a fine pitch, and a contact can be made surely by a small contact pressure. The contact piece members electrically connect an electronic part to an external circuit. The contact piece member is formed of an electrically conductive material in a generally spherical shape. A molecular density of a central part of the contact piece member is lower than a molecular density of a part near a surface. The electrically conductive material may include at least one of an electrically conductive fine particle, an electrically conductive fiber and an electrically conductive filler.

Abstract: A multipole switching device for selectively switching electrical power from an electrical power source to a load circuit. The switching device comprises a first control device comprising a housing, an electromechanical actuator in the housing including a movable plunger, and an electrical switch. A pin operatively connects the plunger to the electrical switch. A second control device comprises a housing mountable adjacent the first control device, an electromechanical actuator in the housing including a movable plunger, and an electrical switch. A pin operatively connects the plunger to the electrical switch. A tie bar is operatively connected to the pins to mechanically tie the first control device plunger to the second control device plunger.

Abstract: A hybrid button according to the invention is provided. In one embodiment, the button can be implemented in an electronic device such as a media player. The button can include a metal or other non-plastic portion having a reverse flange and a plastic portion including anti-rotation legs. The legs can prevent rotation at least in part because they are retained by another structure. The plastic portion can be injection-molded onto the reverse flange of the metal or non-plastic portion. As such, the reverse flange fixes the position of the plastic portion with respect to the metal portion. Finally, the metal portion can include an actuator nub that actuates a switch when the button is depressed.

Abstract: A device and method that contains an electro-mechanical break away sensor that de-energizes power or stops the flow of electricity to a pole upon a vehicle colliding with the pole or otherwise activation of the sensor. The sensor is omni directional and operates regardless of direction of impact from the vehicle or activation and has the ability to disconnect power when the pole falls due to a shear impact such as when there is a collision or the pole falls due to tension created by wind or weight failure. The sensor may also be activated by an authorized user such as one that is performing maintenance on the pole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-intrusion device for the protection of housings. It applies in particular to the protection of a housing of an electronic payment terminal or of a housing for entering a confidential code (also known as a “PIN-pad”). The anti-intrusion device according to the invention makes it possible to detect any attempts to open a housing. It comprises at least one spring (3), the spring being arranged in such a way as to be under pressure and to act electrically on an electronic circuit (2) when the housing is closed, and to no longer act on the electronic circuit when the housing is open.

Abstract: Methods and integrated apparatus are disclosed for electrically disconnecting and allowing external support and access for electrical devices in a power conversion system cabinet. The apparatus includes a support structure that translates a power conversion system component at least partially through a door or other cabinet opening between a first position with the component entirely within the cabinet and a second position with the component supported at least partially outside the cabinet, as well as a power disconnect apparatus operated by translation of the support structure to disconnect the component from electrical power when the support is translated from the first position to the second position.

Abstract: In one aspect, a key-press structure comprises a frame and a plurality of keys disposed in said frame. Said frame comprises a main portion and two reflecting portions. The main portion has two opposite sides and the two reflecting portions are disposed on the two opposite sides of the main portion, respectively. Said reflecting portion has a reflective surface facing toward the main portion. Said keys are made of a transparent material, and the keys comprise characters formed on the internal surface of said keys. In another aspect, a method of preparing a key-press structure comprises forming a frame that includes a main portion and two reflecting portions. The reflecting portions each have a reflective surface. The main portion has two opposite sides that is connected to the two reflecting portions. The method further comprises forming characters on the internal surface of a plurality of keys, and disposing said keys in the main portion of the frame.

Abstract: An exemplary flat panel display (2) includes a front housing part (20), which has a frame (21) having a button through hole (222) defined in a lower side thereof; a button (221) corresponding to the button through hole, the button comprising a pressing end (2215), at least one claw (2213), and a contact portion (2219), the at least one claw extending inward from an inner side of the button, and the contact portion extending inward from an inner side of the button at the pressing end; and an elastic arm (225) fixed at an inner surface of the lower side of the frame. The at least one claw of the button is snappingly engaged adjacent an inner surface of the lower side of the frame such that the button is engaged in the button through hole and slidable in the button through hole.

Abstract: Method and device are provided where a barrier is formed at or around the trigger of a device with a rest area for the index finger so that the finger can remain (extended) off the trigger when the device is not in use. Position and/or size of the rest area is adjustable to, for example, accommodate index fingers of various sizes. Adjustment of the position of the rest area can be achieved by means of a screw which slides a resting piece to a selected correct location, or by means of inserts that may be indexed to a selected length. Device can be a nailer, and the barrier is configured to accommodate a depth gage of the nailer.

Abstract: A command switch or and emergency stop switch is disclosed, which includes an actuator and a contact sensor which is separated therefrom. The actuator includes housing and a tappet, which is guided therein and which has a rest position and an actuation position. The contact sensor includes an open switch element which can be placed in the actuation position by way of the tappet in a tensed position. In at least one embodiment, the command switch also includes an additional switch element which is provided with a first switch piece and a second switch piece, which are applied to the actuator in a separated manner and in/on the contact sensor. The additional switch element only closes when the contact sensor is secured to the actuator. The switch pieces of the additional switch element are separated from each other in a compulsory and advantageous manner by the separated embodiment of the command switch enabling them to be secured to different components of the command switch.

Abstract: Portable phones are getting a trend that s design and thinner configuration becomes more important. Therefore, in order to meet this demand, the entire key top is made of a thin metal, and a thin resin layer is provided on the back surface of the key top and further letter holes are filled with a resin. According to those, the adhesiveness of the key top is improved as well as improvement of hand feeling. In addition, a printed layer for coloring the letters can be provided on the back surface of the key top.