Abstract: An assembly for an opening through a member has a body and a first spring retention assembly coupled to the body. The first spring retention assembly has a first coil spring at least partially disposed within a first spring housing. The first coil spring has a first end extending through the first spring housing and is coupled to the body. The first coil spring is extendable from and retractable into the first spring housing.

Abstract: An integrated latch apparatus for a securing and releasing computer equipment from a chassis includes a support bracket, a rotating shaft, a sliding plate having a latching extension, and a handle having a rotating end. The handle is secured at the rotating end to the support bracket about the rotating shaft. The rotating end of the handle includes nudging extensions. A torsion spring is disposed on the rotating shaft such that the torsion spring biases the support bracket against the handle such that the handle is in an open position when the torsion spring is extended towards an equilibrium state and in a closed position when the torsion spring is biased toward a fully compressed state. The nudging extensions engage and laterally move a sliding plate when the handle is rotated between the open position and the closed position.

Abstract: A fastener system for securing a component to a structure is provided. The system includes a pin portion and a clip portion. The pin portion has a head and a shaft. The clip portion has a head engagement flange and a retainer flange configured to receive a fastener that extends along a first axis. The clip portion and the pin portion are configured for engagement with one another in an engaged position, and in the engaged position the pin portion shaft extends along a second axis non-parallel to the first axis.

Abstract: A universal bracket includes a first wall, a second wall, and a third wall. The first wall is configured to be fixed to a first circuit card and a second circuit card. The first circuit card and the second circuit card include any of at least two different standardized types of circuit cards. The second wall is opposite the first wall. The third wall extends between the first wall and the second wall and is configured to be fixed to a riser card having a first connector for receiving a first mating connector of the first circuit card and a second connector for receiving a second mating connector of the second circuit card.

Abstract: There is a speaker mount, comprising: a flange; a support member coupled to the flange and having an elevated region spaced therefrom and a closer region closer to the flange than the elevated region, the closer region including a mating structure; and a tab assembly movably coupled to the support member. The tab assembly including: a tab; a coupling member that couples to the mating structure of the support member; and a spacing mechanism coupled to each of the tab and the coupling member that selectably changes an effective spacing between the tab and the coupling member such that the change in effective spacing results in a change in effective distance between the tab and the flange.

Abstract: A vehicle dashboard assembly includes a dashboard defining a component opening and a slot in the component opening, the slot having a first slot portion, a second slot portion extending from the first slot portion, and a third slot portion extending from the second slot portion and higher than the first slot portion. The assembly further includes a component configured to be received in the component opening, and at least one bracket coupled to the component and comprising a projection extending from a side of the bracket and configured to be received in the slot.

Abstract: An electromagnetic leakage prevention device includes a bottom surface, first side walls, second side walls, a first connecting portion, and a second connecting portion. The first side walls are coupled to a side of the bottom surface. The second side walls are coupled to a side of the bottom surface opposite the first side walls. The first connecting portion is coupled to ends of the first side walls away from the bottom surface. The second connecting portion is coupled to ends of the second side walls away from the bottom surface. A distance between the first side walls and the second side walls increases along a direction away from the bottom surface.

Abstract: A vehicle body front structure has: an object detection device disposed in a vehicle front end section of a vehicle to detect an object ahead of the vehicle; and a pair of bracket members which are spaced apart from each other in a vehicle width direction and which support the object detection device. Each of the pair of bracket members includes: a forwardly extending portion that extends forward from a vehicle body member; and a downwardly extending portion that extends downward from the forwardly extending portion and supports the object detection device. The vehicle body front structure further has a bracket member locking member which couples the forwardly extending portions to each other in the vehicle width direction and to which an exterior member of the vehicle is attached.

Abstract: A composite element (10) for use in construction, in particular building construction or civil engineering, which composite element comprises at least two components and at least one fastening element (11) for connecting the components. A first component has at least one assembly pin (13), which is cylindrical in particular. The fastening element (11) is configured as a clamping element such that it can be force-fittingly connected to the assembly pin (13). The invention further relates to a use of a fastening element (11) configured as a clamping element.

Abstract: A connector for a sun visor includes a bracket attached to an attachment member, an arm portion which rotatably supports a sun-visor body arranged on one side of the attachment member and of which an end is rotatably inserted into the bracket, a housing fixed to the other side of the attachment member of the bracket and arranged near the end of the arm portion, a connector terminal accommodated in the housing and including a mating connection portion arranged on the other side of the attachment member and an arm-connection portion connected to the end of the arm portion, a fixing portion provided in the connector terminal, and fixing the connector terminal to the housing, and a pressing portion provided at a portion of the connector terminal which faces the bracket, abutting on the bracket, and pressing the connector terminal in an insertion direction of the fixing portion.

Abstract: The present invention belongs to the technical field of electric signal transmission and conversion devices, in particular to a novel embedded external power supply controller, comprising a base assembly, a cover body and a press-button, wherein the base assembly comprises a signal converter, the cover body is provided with an accommodation through cavity, the cover body is shielded outside the base assembly, the signal converter is received in the accommodation through cavity, the press-button is movably latched in the accommodation through cavity and abuts against a trigger terminal of the signal converter, an outer wall of the cover body protrudes and extends to form a plurality of stop ribs for reinforcing bonding force between the cover body and external components. In this way, it is ensured that the novel embedded external power controller and external device is stably fitted without impairing the use efficiency.

Abstract: A lock insert for a cylinder lock is disclosed for locking an electric switch, including a main part with an opening for receiving the cylinder lock. In an embodiment, the inner wall of the opening is designed to at least partially contact an outer wall of the cylinder lock, and in the inner wall at least one slot is formed to allow freedom of radial movement of locking elements in the cylinder lock, the positions of which correspond to a locked position of the cylinder lock.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for mounting a fog light on an automobile bumper includes a base plate having a center opening. A support frame is joined to and extending away from the base plate and around a portion of the opening, and a bottom plate is joined to another end of the support frame. The fog light is installed in the bracket through the center opening, so that an angle adjustment thumbwheel of the light is located in the space created by the support frame and bottom plate. The bracket with the light is then mounted to the bumper. A gap in the support frame allows the user to access and turn the thumbwheel after the light is mounted to the bumper. The bracket serves as a relocation bracket that allows factory fog lights for newer Jeep Wrangler model to fit into an aftermarket bumper designed for earlier Jeep Wranglers.

Abstract: A hands-free liftgate sensor for a vehicle includes a mounting bracket connected to a rear fascia member. The mounting bracket includes a bracket body having a plurality of rearward and forward flexible hooks. A rearward laterally extending channel is disposed in the mounting bracket. The plurality of rearward flexible hooks are opposite the rearward laterally extending channel. The rearward laterally extending channel is substantially laterally centered on the rear fascia member. A forward laterally extending channel is disposed in the mounting bracket. The plurality of forward flexible hooks are opposite the forward laterally extending channel. The forward laterally extending channel is substantially laterally centered on the rear fascia member. A plurality of first fasteners secure a rearward portion of the mounting bracket to the rear fascia member. A plurality of second fasteners secure a forward portion of the mounting bracket to the rear fascia member.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mounting structure of mounting a BTB connector to a mobile terminal, the mounting structure is formed on the BTB connector and a mounting body is attached to the BTB connector, a front end of the mounting body comprises an inserting portion, and a back end of the mounting body comprises at least one hook, height of each of the inserting portion and the hook is arranged under the mounting body, both of the inserting portion and the hook abut a top ending surface of a main board, and a distance between a bottom ending surface of a compressing portion of the mounting body and the top ending surface of the main board is equal to a distance between a top ending surface of the BTB connector and the top ending surface of the main board.

Abstract: A method for installing a mounting hole through a wall of a fan case of a gas turbine engine is disclosed. The method may comprise: 1) installing a pilot hole through the wall of the fan case at an angle perpendicular to an outer surface of the wall, 2) inserting a boss through the pilot hole, 3) bonding the boss to the wall of the fan case, and 4) installing the mounting hole through the boss at an off-axis angle with respect to the angle perpendicular to the outer surface of the wall.

Abstract: A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for a hands-free liftgate sensor of a vehicle includes a bracket body having a substantially rectangular shape configured to be disposed adjacent an inner surface of a vehicle rear fascia member. A plurality of upper sensor cutouts are disposed in the bracket body and extend in a lateral direction of the vehicle. A plurality of lower sensor cutouts are disposed in the bracket body and extend in the lateral direction of the vehicle. A central opening in the bracket body is disposed between the plurality of upper sensor cutouts and the plurality of lower sensor cutouts.

Abstract: A bracket holds a limited field of view presence sensor module in a fixed, angled position for optimum sensing coverage area and enables the sensor module to be partially recessed in a surface orifice with respect to a mounting surface. The bracket can be installed from the outside to hold at least one radar sensor on the side of a long vehicle such as a truck, bus, recreational vehicle or the like for blind spot monitoring.

Abstract: A vehicular assembly and a method of connecting a panel to a vehicular structure in order to form an assembly. The assembly includes a clip that is used to join first and second components each of which defines an aperture therein. The first and second components are sized and shaped such that upon being joined to one another, their respective apertures are substantially aligned with one another and held together by the clip. The clip includes a first connector portion and a second connector portion. The clip can be turned in a twisting or screwing motion about an axis of rotation such that upon insertion of the clip into the aperture of the first component and subsequent rotation, the first connector portion forms a locking engagement with an edge structure that is defined by the aperture of the first component.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure may be directed to an end cap of a base station antenna for securing cable connectors to the end cap. The end cap may include a plurality of retaining assemblies formed integrally with the cap, and are dimensioned to retain a respective plurality of cable connectors to the end cap. The end cap may be capable of supporting numerous antenna models and configurations. The end cap may include molded features allowing for DIN connectors for various antenna models to be snapped into the end cap, without the use of other hardware and formed end bracket assemblies.

Abstract: An artificial tree having a first tree section including a trunk and a trunk electrical connector, the trunk electrical connector including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals; and a second tree section including a trunk, a trunk electrical connector, and a light string, the trunk electrical connector in electrical connection with the light string and including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals. The first tree section is configured to electrically connect to the second tree section, such that the first pairs of electrical terminals of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a first type and the second pairs of electrical connectors of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a second type.

Abstract: A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

Abstract: A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

Abstract: A lightweight radio/CD player for vehicular application is virtually “fastenerless” and includes a case and frontal interface formed of polymer based material that is molded to provide details to accept audio devices such as playback mechanisms (if desired) and radio receivers, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case and frontal interface are of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen that has been pre-formed to contour with the molding operation. The wire mesh provides EMC, RFI, BCI and ESD shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips. The major components and subassemblies self-interconnect by integral guide and connection features effecting “slide lock” and “snap lock” self-interconnection. The major components and subassemblies self-ground by establishing an interference fit with exposed, resilient, embossed portions of wire mesh.

Abstract: Various processes for creating mirrored features are discussed herein as well as devices that include the mirrored features. One embodiment includes a button having a transparent layer and an opaque layer coupled to the transparent layer. A portion of the transparent layer extends through the opaque layer so that the portion of the transparent layer is flush with a back surface of the opaque layer and generally has a shape of a desired feature. The button also includes a reflective object positioned so that it may be seen through the transparent layer.

Abstract: An artificial tree having a first tree section including a trunk and a trunk electrical connector, the trunk electrical connector including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals; and a second tree section including a trunk, a trunk electrical connector, and a light string, the trunk electrical connector in electrical connection with the light string and including a first pair of electric terminals and a second pair of electrical terminals. The first tree section is configured to electrically connect to the second tree section, such that the first pairs of electrical terminals of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a first type and the second pairs of electrical connectors of the first and second tree sections conduct power of a second type.

Abstract: A loose-proof module is used for fixing a connector, wherein the connector has two engaging hooks and a deformation space exists between each engaging hook and a side wall of the connector. The loose-proof module includes a support frame and a fixing member. The support frame has a fixing hole, a first through hole and a first engaging portion. The first engaging portion extends from a bottom surface of the support frame and is adjacent to the first through hole. The fixing member has a second engaging portion and two stop portions. When the connector is inserted into the fixing hole, the engaging hooks are engaged with a top surface of the support frame. When the second engaging portion is inserted into the first through hole, the second engaging portion is engaged with the first engaging portion and each stop portion is sandwiched in the deformation space correspondingly.

Abstract: A fastener for insertion into aligned openings in articles and method of use, the fastener having a head having a width greater than a width of the opening, a neck having a width less than the width of the opening, a resilient shank having a width greater than the width of the opening. The shank having a tapered end and a U-shaped channel, to define a line of weakness to permit the shank to articulate between a normal position where the shank has a width greater than the width of the opening and an insertion position where the shank is bent to have a width less than the width of the opening. The shank resiliently returns to its normal position once pushed in and through the opening with the neck received within the opening, locking the fastener within the opening.

Abstract: A lighted artificial tree, including a first tree portion having a first electrical connector having a first electrical terminal positioned in line with a central vertical axis, and a second electrical terminal. The tree also includes a second tree portion that includes a second electrical connector having a first electrical terminal and a second electrical terminal, the second electrical terminal defining a ring shape that encircles the first electrical terminal. When the first tree portion is coupled to the second tree portion, the first electrical connector is coupled to the second electrical connector, such that the first electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical terminal of the second electrical connector, and the second electrical terminal of the first electrical connector is electrically connected to the second electrical terminal of the second electrical connector.

Abstract: A fixture for a vehicle, which is configured so that a plurality of retaining arms inserted into and caught by a coupling hole formed in a body panel are located on an imaginary circle, and arranged in the form of a cone so as to absorb an external force, thereby being easily assembled, and which is capable of dispersing and absorbing twisting generated when an indoor handle installed using the fixture is used. In the fixture for the vehicle, even-numbered retaining arms are formed to face each other on the imaginary circle, such that an external force generated when the indoor handle is used is dispersed and absorbed regardless of an applied direction of the external force, and a separation or an escape of the fixture is prevented, and thus a noise and a safety accident are reduced.

Abstract: A lighted artificial tree includes a first tree portion including a first trunk portion, first branches joined to the first trunk portion, and a first light string. The first trunk portion has a trunk connector and a first trunk wiring assembly, the first trunk wiring assembly is electrically connectable to the first light string and the trunk connector, and at least a portion of the first wiring assembly is located inside the first portion. The second tree portion includes a second trunk portion, second branches, and a second light string. The second trunk portion has a trunk connector and a second trunk wiring assembly, the second trunk wiring assembly electrically connectable to the second lighting string and the trunk connector. The second tree portion may be mechanically coupled and electrically connected to the first tree portion by coaxially coupling the first trunk portion to the second trunk portion.

Abstract: An electrical connector (100) includes an insulating housing (5) with a plurality of contacts received therein, a load plate (1) covering on the insulating housing (5) and a screwing member (2) assembled to the load plate (1). The screwing member (2) includes a head portion (20) with a plurality of tooth portions (201), the load plate (1) includes a tongue portion (12) with a fixing hole (120) for the screwing member (2) going through, a recess (121) near the fixing hole (120) and a block (1210) in the recess (121), during the process of screwing the screwing member (2), the tooth portions (201) touch with the block (1210) for making a sound.

Abstract: An accessory attachment assembly for a vehicle interior includes a mounting bracket having a mounting aperture and first and second retention tabs pivotally coupled to the mounting bracket at the mounting aperture. A hook member includes a hook portion and an open frame portion. The open frame portion is releasably received in the mounting aperture of the mounting bracket in assembly. The first and second retention tabs are operably coupled to the open frame portion of the hook member as the open frame portion is received in the mounting aperture. A release aperture is disposed on one of either the first and second retention tabs and is configured to receive a tool for releasing the first and second retention tabs from the open frame portion of the hook member to release the hook member from the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A flexible enclosure assembly for an electronic device for vehicular application is virtually “fastenerless” and includes a preform blank of conductive sheet material such as wire screen mesh or the like which defines upper, lower and a plurality of side wall portions flexibly interconnected by living hinges. A framework of resilient elastomeric material is insert molded to the preform blank to provide three-dimensional case details to accept one or more electronic devices such as circuit boards required for electrical control and display of vehicle based systems. The conductive sheet material is preferably a wire mesh which provides shielding from electrical anomalies and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips. Major components and subassemblies are self-fixturing during the final assembly process, eliminating the need for dedicated tools, fixtures and assembly equipment.

Abstract: A rail mounting system apparatus and method for a mobile device case and accessory is provided, which includes at least one case rail, at least one case slot configured to receive an accessory rail. The rail mounting system also includes a locking mechanism to secure the mobile device case and the accessory. The locking mechanism may be disengaged through use of a release mechanism.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a one-piece fastening element (10) with a cooking hob (24). The fastening element (10) comprises an upper portion (12) being permanently connectable to an upper part (26) of the cooking hob (24) and a lower portion (14) being detachably connectable to a lower part (28) of the cooking hob (24), so that the upper part (26) and the lower part (28) form the cooking hob (10). The lower portion (14) of the fastening element (10) comprises at least one lug element (18) engageable with a recess (30) in the lower part (28) of the cooking hob (24) and at least one spring element (22) for clamping the cooking hob (24) within a cutout (38) enclosing circumferentially said cooking hob (24). Further, the present invention relates to a cooking hob with such one-piece fastening elements.

Abstract: A wheeled, manually movable, internal combustion engine powered electric generator is mounted in a rigid frame formed of tubular steel elements. A pair of aligned wheels is pivotally mounted to each opposite side of the frame, and one pair has a locking mechanism. The electricity generating components are mounted to the bottom of the frame. The battery and trickle charger are carried above the engine in a locked compartment. The engine's muffler is disposed beneath the upper outline of the engine to free space for accommodating the battery and the fuel tank, which is completely within the outline of the frame and holds more than 12 gallons of diesel fuel. The frame also supports and contains a locked compartment that houses the electric connector that is used to connect the electric output of the generator to the load.

Abstract: A mounting mechanism includes: a support member; a rail attached to the support member; and a fastener affixed to the second side of the rail. The rail includes: a plurality of rail holes for stud engagement; a first side facing a device to be engaged to the mounting mechanism; and a second side. The fastener includes: a clamping arm; a clamp lever pivotally associated with the clamping arm; and a moveable locking latch securing the clamp lever in one of two positions: open and closed.

Abstract: A clip capable of connecting to the panel member may include a clip body and a sealing body. The clip body includes an anchor that is capable of being engaged with an attaching hole formed in the panel member, and a support portion that is arranged and constructed to be pressed to a surface of the panel member when the anchor is engaged with the attaching hole of the panel member. The sealing body includes a lip portion that is positioned in an inner side of an outer circumference of the support portion.

Abstract: A fixing apparatus for fixing a waveguide plate includes a number of conductive fixing members fixed to corresponding sides of the waveguide plate, and a bracket. Each fixing member includes a fixing portion having an identical length to the corresponding sidewall and a resilient abutting portion extending from a side of the fixing portion. Each fixing portion is in tight contact with the corresponding side of the waveguide plate. The waveguide plate is received in the bracket. The resilient abutting portions resiliently abut against an inner surface of the bracket.

Abstract: A vehicle accessory assembly includes a housing and a vehicle accessory subassembly, including a vehicle accessory and a bezel, installed in the housing. The housing includes a side panel having at least one tab extending from a top of the side panel. The vehicle accessory includes a side wall and a guide rib extending from the side wall in a direction away from a center of the accessory. The guide rib includes a guide portion. A guide angle between the guide portion and the side wall is less than about 90°. The bezel includes a snap portion. As the vehicle accessory subassembly is installed on the housing, the tab of the side panel engages the guide portion of the guide rib such that the guide portion of the guide rib guides the tab over an outboard side of the snap portion into engagement with the receiving slot of the bezel.

Abstract: There are provided a part fixing structure and a part fixing method to a resin-made fuel tank which can firmly fix a part to a tank wall without the need of providing a molding die with a convex portion and a recess. A part fixing method for fixing a tank-associated part to a tank wall of a resin-made fuel tank, the part being formed together with a pair of hook portions, the method comprising a step of burying the hook portions in the tank wall in a melted state when the resin-made fuel tank is molded, thereby fixing the part to the tank wall after the tank wall is cooled. In order to cause the resin of the tank wall to flow well, a chevron portion having a pair of first inclined faces is projectingly provided at the bottom face of the part between the hook portions, and a second inclined face which is inclined in a direction opposite to the buried direction toward the tip of the hook portion is formed at the bottom face of each hook portion.

Abstract: A retention device includes a first holder and a second holder. Two locking members downwardly extend from front and rear ends of the first holder. Each of the locking members and the first holder defines a guideway. An engaging portion extends from a side of the first holder. The second holder includes a handle to lock the engaging portion of the first holder. A number of latch portions extend from two ends of the second holder. The second holder can be arranged under the first holder via the latch portions of the second holder received in the guideway of the first holder, or the second holder can be juxtaposed with the first holder via the handle of the second holder locking the engaging portion of first holder.

Abstract: In a ceiling-embedded air conditioner, a panel fastening screw that fastens a decorative panel to an indoor unit body embedded in a ceiling is previously mounted to the indoor unit body and has an intermediate portion having a small diameter with no threaded portion.

Abstract: A lower enclosure has a first recess. A first annular retainer is adapted for engaging a lower portion of a capacitor and the first recess. The first annular retainer has a plurality of tabs that extend radially outward from an outer diameter surface of the first annular retainer. Each of the tabs has a sloped surface or a peaked surface for compression of the first annular retainer against the capacitor. An upper enclosure has a plurality of second recesses. A second annular retainer is adapted for engaging an upper portion of the capacitor and the second recesses. The second annular retainer has a plurality of protrusions that extend upward from the second annular retainer. Each of the protrusions has a slit for receiving a wedge, such that if the protrusions engage the wedge the second annular retainer is compressed against the capacitor.

Abstract: An in-vehicle device mounting structure includes a plurality of brackets through which the in-vehicle device is mounted to an installation member of a vehicle. Each bracket includes a device mounting portion to be fixed to a surface of the in-vehicle device, a vehicle attachment portion to be fixed to the installation member under the in-vehicle device, a drawn bent portion that is curved to smoothly connect the device mounting portion to the vehicle attachment portion, and a plurality of slits that extend across the drawn bent portion such that the device mounting portion is notched and the slits are arranged in parallel substantially in the front and rear directions of the bracket.

Abstract: A bracket assembly includes a bracket and a tray secured in the bracket for accommodating a disk drive. The tray includes a base panel, a pair of side panels extending from opposite sides of the base panel, a first plate extending substantially perpendicularly from an upper edge of one of the pair of side panels, and a second plate extending substantially perpendicularly from an upper edge of the other one of the pair of side panels. The first plate and the second plate are partially overlapped with each other and fixed to each other. The tray includes a pair of sidewalls abutting inner sides of the pair of side panels and a pair of connecting pieces connected between the pair of side walls for supporting the disk drive.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a drive bracket, a maintaining plate and a mounting bracket, the drive bracket includes a bottom plate, a first side plate and a second side plate, a receiving space is defined among the bottom plate, the first side plate and the second side plate, the receiving space is divided into a top portion and bottom portion by the maintaining plate. The top portion is adapted to secure a first disk drive, the mounting bracket is secured to the bottom portion of the two portions and configured for securing a second disk drive that is smaller than the first disk drive.

Abstract: A lightweight radio/CD player for vehicular application is virtually “fastenerless” and includes a case and frontal interface formed of polymer based material that is molded to provide details to accept audio devices such as playback mechanisms (if desired) and radio receivers, as well as the circuit boards required for electrical control and display. The case and frontal interface are of composite structure, including an insert molded electrically conductive wire mesh screen that has been pre-formed to contour with the molding operation. The wire mesh provides EMC, RFI, BCI and ESD shielding and grounding of the circuit boards via exposed wire mesh pads and adjacent ground clips. The PCB architecture is bifurcated into a first board carrying common circuit components in a surface mount configuration suitable for high volume production, and a second board carrying application specific circuit components in a wave soldered stick mount configuration.