Patents by Inventor Richard C. Janzow

Richard C. Janzow has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 3989336
    Abstract: A connector assembly for electrically connecting substantially flat flexible circuit to a second circuit element. The connector assembly generally includes a housing having a plurality of terminal receiving cavities formed therein having an opening through which the flexible circuit element is received into the cavity and a floor over which the flexible circuit is supported. A plurality of generally resilient terminals are mounted one in each of the cavities. Each terminal includes a first portion contacting the second circuit element and second portion for contacting the flexible circuit. The second portion is normally spaced from the cavity floor so that the flexible circuit is easily insertable inbetween. The second portion is movable to mechanically press against the flexible circuit for ensuring good electrical contact and preventing withdrawal of the flexible circuit. Also included is actuating means associatable with the terminal for moving the second portion to press against the flexible circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 1975
    Date of Patent: November 2, 1976
    Assignee: Molex Incorporated
    Inventors: Michael Rizzio, Jr., Richard C. Janzow