Abstract: A merchandise display system may include a low voltage power assembly may comprise a track that includes one or more conductive rods and one or more mechanical connections, wherein the track is powered from a power source; and a power connector assembly that connects to the track, wherein the one or more conductive rods connect to the power assembly providing a power connection, and further wherein the one or more mechanical connections connect to the power assembly providing a mechanical connection. The power connector assembly may be configured to provide low voltage power through the track to a low voltage power device. The power assembly may include a configuration of mechanical connections and conductive material arranged in such a way as to provide power and/or signal distribution to a mating device, such as to a set of LED modules, other lighting sources, or powered track devices for use with a merchandise display system.

Abstract: An enclosure for an AC to DC adapter has a continuous and apparently seamless exterior surface. The enclosure includes a housing and a cap that are joined by a pair of weld joints. One weld is formed on an interior portion of the enclosure providing strength and one weld joint is formed on the exterior surface providing a seamless appearance for the enclosure.

Abstract: A latch assembly for an electrical connector module is configured to releasably secure an electrically conductive housing to an electrically conductive cage. The electrically conductive housing defines a first end that supports an electrical connector, and a second end opposite the first end. A plurality of electrical cables are mounted to a plurality of electrical contacts of the electrical connector, and the cables can extend out a second end of the electrically conductive housing opposite the first end. The latch assembly is configured to secure the electrically conductive housing to the cage when the electrical connector is mated to a complementary electrical component in the cage. The latch assembly can release the electrically conductive housing from the cage when the electrical connector is to be removed from the complementary electrical component in the cage.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette includes a first housing and a second housing detachably connected to the first housing. A battery and a controller are provided in the first housing. A first electrode assembly and a light-emitting unit electrically connected with the controller are provided at an end of the first housing. A smoke vent inserted into and cooperating with the smoke device for water storage is provided at an end of the second housing away from the first housing. At least two atomizers arranged coaxially are detachably inserted into the second housing. Since multiple atomizers are provided coaxially, the amount of smoke atomized by the electronic cigarette is increased effectively. When the light-emitting unit is working, the user can check the remaining amount of cigarette liquid in the electronic cigarette at any time. An electronic hookah is further provided.

Abstract: A contact pin for a high-voltage and/or medium-voltage switch includes a contact tip of arc-erosion resistant material, a tubular support sleeve connected to the contact tip and a support core in the sleeve. The contact tip is in a forward region of the contact pin where arcs arise during use. The sleeve is in a rearward region of the contact pin, adjoining the forward region, where no arcs arise during use. A pipe contact includes an arc-erosion resistant annular contact and a support pipe connected to the annular contact. The annular contact is in a forward region of the pipe contact where arcs arise during use, and the support pipe is in a rearward region of the pipe contact, adjoining the forward region, where no arcs arise during use. Methods for producing a contact pin and a pipe contact are also provided.

Abstract: An object is to provide an electrical connector for a flat conductor that does not leave behind plastic deformation on a pressing arm part of a terminal pressing a flat conductor. A metal plate terminal, housing, and movable member are provided, where the terminal has a pressing arm part extending such that an insertion-and-removal direction of a flat conductor is in a longitudinal direction, and a supporting arm part extending in the longitudinal direction, which is connected with the pressing arm part by a connecting part. The pressing arm part has a pressing part for pressing one surface of the flat conductor on a rear end side which is an insertion side of the flat conductor, and a pressure receiving part receiving a force from a cam part on a position more forward than the pressing part.

Abstract: To provide a gas circuit breaker having a space-saving and highly reliable double motion mechanism with high design freedom. In a double motion mechanism of the gas circuit breaker, a driven side movable pin is communicated with a lever driven side hole cut in the opposite side with respect to a rotation axis of a lever. A round hole through which a driving side movable pin is inserted and an elongate hole through which the driven side movable pin is inserted are cut in the outside of the lever. A position retaining member to suppress rotation of the driving side movable pin about two axes vertical to a pin axis is provided. The driving side movable pin is moved in respective grooved cams with an operation of the driving side rod, to rotate the lever, drive the driven side connecting rod in an opposite direction to the driving side connecting rod, and drive the driven side arcing contact in an opposite direction to the driving side arcing contact.

Abstract: The invention relates to a circuit breaker that can be switched between an ON position and an OFF position, such that in the OFF position an interruption path comprising an arcing space is formed. The circuit breaker comprises a storage volume for a quenching gas, which is in gaseous communication with the arcing space and has an inlet port for the quenching gas. The inlet port also has a valve comprising an obturator, and the obturator has a heat-insulating coating.

Abstract: An intelligent network patch field management system is provided that includes electronic hardware, firmware, mechanical assemblies, cables, and software that provide visible and audible cues for connecting and disconnecting patch cords in an interconnect or cross-connect patching environment. Systems of the present invention also monitor patch cord connections in a network.

Abstract: A circuit interrupter having a first plate on which a stationary contact is positioned where the flow of electrical current through the first contact and first plate cause a magnetic field to form around the stationary contact such that an arc that may form in the vicinity of the stationary contact is urged toward arc extinguishing plate and vented out the bottom of the housing of the circuit interrupter. In one configuration the venting is formed as a split vent path to direct the venting of gas and debris in a controlled manner.

Abstract: A connection element for electrically conductive connections of at least four electric conductors. The connection element has a metallic electrode which has a cavity for merging the conductors and an opening into the cavity for each conductor. At least the outer surface of the electrode is surrounded with a paper insulation.

Abstract: A board connector has a housing (11) with legs (16) on a lower surface (13) facing a surface side of a circuit board (30). A locking portion (21) is provided on a tip end of the leg (16) and protrudes in a direction intersecting with a projecting direction from the lower surface (13) and can be locked to an underside of the circuit board (30). A base end of the leg portion (16) is defined by a displacement allowing space (25) recessed in from the lower surface (13) of the housing (11).

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector for coupling a coaxial cable to an equipment port is disclosed. The coaxial cable connector comprises a tubular post, a coupler and a body. The coupler has a first end rotatably secured over the second end of the tubular post, and an opposing second end. The coupler includes a central bore extending therethrough. A portion of the central bore is proximate the second end of the coupler and adapted for engaging the equipment port. The body is secured to the tubular post and extends about a first end of the tubular post for receiving an outer conductor of the coaxial cable. A portion of at least one of the tubular post, the coupler and the body provides a spring-like force on the surface of at least one of the other of the tubular post, the coupler and the body to establish an electrically conductive path therebetween.

Abstract: A vacuum interrupter assembly is provided. The vacuum interrupter assembly includes an operating mechanism, a vacuum chamber including a number of bellows assemblies, a conductor assembly including a first contact assembly and a second contact assembly, the first contact assembly including a stem and a contact member, the first contact assembly stem including an elongated body with a proximal first end, a medial portion, and a distal second end. The first contact assembly stem body has a reduced length. The first contact assembly stem body having a reduced length generates less heat and electrical resistance.

Abstract: Gas-insulated high voltage puffer breaker comprising a puffer unit with a movable piston running in a puffer cylinder and delimiting a puffer volume. A piston and a first contact member are attached to a piston stem. A piston and a first contact member are attached to a piston stem. An electric arc is extinguishable in an arcing zone when the first contact member moves from a first position to a second position. The puffer volume is fluidly connected to a gas nozzle by a gas channel such that the puffer volume comprises the gas channel as well as a portion of the puffer cylinder. The gas channel is provided radially outside of the puffer cylinder between a puffer cylinder wall delimiting the puffer cylinder and a wall structure of the puffer unit.

Abstract: A surgical instrument for use during a surgical procedure includes an instrument body, an ultrasonic transducer assembly extending along a longitudinal axis, a power cord, and a transducer slip joint. The ultrasonic transducer assembly is rotatably mounted within the instrument body about the longitudinal axis and defines a first outer profile. The power cord projects from the instrument body to provide electrical power to the ultrasonic transducer assembly for operating an acoustic waveguide. The transducer slip joint is positioned between the power cord and the ultrasonic transducer assembly and electrically and mechanically connects the power cord to the ultrasonic transducer assembly. The ultrasonic transducer assembly selectively rotates relative to the power cord for inhibiting the power cord from winding upon rotation of the ultrasonic transducer assembly. The transducer slip joint also defines a second outer profile that fits within the first outer profile of the ultrasonic transducer assembly.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an E-liquid flow control mechanism and electronic cigarettes having the E-liquid flow control mechanism. The electronic cigarette may include: an electronic cigarette body, a vaporizer, and an E-liquid flow control mechanism. Electronic cigarette body includes an E-liquid storage tank, a mouthpiece, and an electronic cigarette base. The vaporizer having a heating element, and an E-liquid storage medium, is positioned on a vaporizer base. The E-liquid flow control mechanism defines an E-liquid flow control opening, and has an E-liquid flow control handle. When the E-liquid flow control handle is lifted all the way up, the E-liquid flow is blocked. When the E-liquid flow control handle is pushed all the way down, the E-liquid flow reaches maximum. When the E-liquid flow may be controlled by a user by pushing down or pulling up the E-liquid flow control handle between the highest point and the lowest point.

Abstract: Plug assemblies and related kits and techniques for using the same are disclosed herein. In one non-limiting aspect, a plug assembly protects an existing plug of a cord and facilitates replacement of a second plug that is engageable with the existing plug in the event the second plug is damaged. In one embodiment, an assembly includes a first plug member with male and female end portions, and a retaining element configured to engage with the first plug member and at least a portion of a cord that includes a second plug member configured to engage with the first plug member. When the retaining element is engaged with the first plug member, one of the female end portion and the male end portion of the first plug member is accessible for engagement with a third plug member. Additional and/or alternative embodiments, forms, features and aspects are disclosed herein.

Abstract: An improved connection apparatus that meets these and other needs includes, in one embodiment, an approximately J-shaped flexible conductor having at its end an opening that receives therethrough a portion of the shank for mechanical and electrical connection therebetween. The conductor further includes a hole formed therein at approximately its midpoint that receives therein, in a movable and non-contacting fashion, another portion of the elongated shank. In another pair of embodiments, another connection apparatus includes a flexible conductor that is co-formed with a rigid conductor to form a single piece unitary element. The free end of the flexible conductor is connected with the movable shank, and the rigid conductor is connectable with the primary conductor of the circuit. By providing the flexible conductor and the rigid conductor as a co-formed unit, a detachable fastener need not be employed to provide a connection therebetween, which reduces heat generation.

Abstract: A cable connector assembly (100) adapted for mating with a mating connector includes a connector (200) connected with a cable (300). The connector includes a mating member (1), a metal shell (4) disposed at an outer side of the mating member and the cable, and an outer shell (5) enclosing the metal shell. The metal shell defines an opening (43) adjacent to a soldered portion of the cable soldered with the connector to prevent the soldered portion from shorting with the metal shell.