Abstract: A method of installing an electrical transmission cable includes providing an electrical transmission cable extending from a first end to a second end. The cable includes a flexible, full tension splice between the first end and the second end. Additionally, the electrical transmission cable includes at least one composite wire. Additionally, the flexible, full tension splice is pulled over a first sheave assembly.

Abstract: A system for installing a cord in a cavity includes a traveling member and a base assembly. The traveling member includes a first magnet member attached to a first leader for insertion in a first opening. The base assembly includes a magnetic bar, a second magnet member attached to a second leader, and an elongate probe member having an end adapted to removably receive the second magnet member. When the traveling member is positioned within the cavity, a magnetic attraction develops between the first magnet member and the magnetic bar, pulling the traveling member toward the base assembly for establishing a magnetic connection with the second magnet member.

Abstract: A method for mounting a coil onto a stator for a rotary electric machine. The method includes forming a coil piece by winding wire having a flat cross section into a single row lamination state including wire layers that are aligned along a line that is perpendicular to flat surfaces of the wire. The coil piece is formed so that a first portion to be inserted in the slot and a second portion that is not inserted in the slot appear alternately along the coil piece. The method also includes displacing the wire layers at the first portion from one another to change the single row lamination state to a connectively laminated stat e in which the wire layers at the portion to be inserted in the slot each adjacent pair of the wire layers partially overlap with respect to a direction perpendicular to the flat surfaces of the wire.

Abstract: A metal sheathed heater utilizes splice connections that connects ends of a heater cable with ends of a lead wire. Each splice connection has a connector that connects core wires of the lead wires and heater cable together. Heat shrinkable tubing surrounds the connector and ends of the heater cable and lead wires. An adhesive is interposed between the heat shrinkable tubing and heater cable and lead wire ends to bond with the heat shrinkable tubing and complete the splice connection. The metal sheath of the heater can be formed with an enlarged diameter portion to account for the heat shrinkable tubing surrounding the lead wire and heater cable ends.

Abstract: A method of joining the interfacing ends of cables, one to another, wherein each comprises a plurality of conductor strands, comprising (i) providing each of the ends with an enlarged terminal portion of greater diameter than the cable adjacent the end, (ii) inserting the ends into a connecting tube having an outer layer of an explosive charge, and (iii) detonating the explosive layer so as to compress the connecting tube around the conductor strands. The method offers a cheaper, faster and simpler method of joining a bundle of wires and the like than prior art methods.

Abstract: A patch panel includes a back plane having front mounted pairs of termination locations, and an interconnect location electrically connected to each pair of termination locations. The termination locations connect to two patch cords. The interconnect location defines an access device for selectively accessing the termination locations. An interconnect module interfaces with the interconnect location. The module can include test access, power over Ethernet, or circuit protection features.

Abstract: A cable connector backshell assembly for high frequency applications requiring reduced electromagnetic emissions. Aspects include providing sufficient physical spacing and electrical isolation between the signal conductors and the housing to meet EMI standards for HIPPI-6400 connector assemblies. One embodiment includes spring preloading of the electrical connector. One embodiment includes a longitudinally floating connector.

Abstract: A compression connector for securing wires therein is disclosed. The compression connector comprises a first body portion connected to a second body portion, each of the first and second body portions having two pairs of leg portions extending therefrom to form two conductor receiving channels, respectively. The compression connector also has a first pair of slots and a second pair of slots for receiving a cable tie to secure wires therein before crimping. At least one transversely-oriented slot extends between the first pair of slots and the second pair of slots. A method for securing wires within a compression connector is also disclosed.

Abstract: A terminal socket assembly for interconnecting electrically powered vehicular components with an associated input male input pin and an output cable. The socket assembly includes a spring cage blank having first and second extending edges and a plurality of spaced apart and angled beams extending between the edges. The spring cage is formed into a substantially cylindrical shape, and particularly in an “hourglass shape”. A substantially tubular sleeve is provided for receiving the configured spring cage. The sleeve is compressingly engageable. The assembled sleeve and spring cage is capable of biasingly receiving and engaging an extending and inserting portion of the male pin. Gripping portions are integrally secured to the tubular sleeve and fixedly engage an extending end of a cable to electrically communicate the two cables.

Abstract: A method of terminating at least one conductor of a superconducting cable comprising a plurality of superconducting tapes, comprising the steps of associating an electrically conductive connector radially at the at least one conductor, embedding and end of the superconducting tapes in a thermosetting resin, embedding an end portion of the superconducting tapes in a solder and achieving an electric contact by the solder. Moreover, the invention relates to a terminated conductor of a superconducting cable, a superconducting cable, a joint between conductors of two superconducting cables, a current transmission/distribution network, and a terminator for at least one conductor of a superconducting cable that embody the above method.

Abstract: A method of assembling a piezoelectric actuator arrangement comprises providing a piezoelectric element having first and second ends and arranging the piezoelectric element within a sleeve member such that the inner surface of the sleeve member defines, together with the outer surface of the piezoelectric element, a chamber for receiving a first filler material. The first filler material is injected into the chamber and a heating effect is applied to the sleeve member such that the sleeve member deforms to seal against the first filler material.

Abstract: A method of installing a socket with a socket contact on an underwater plug with a plug contact is provided so as to establish conductive contact between the socket contact and the plug contact. The socket is disconnectably attached to a recoverable fluid exchange unit and the socket engages with the plug to establish the conductive contact between the socket contact and plug contact. The recoverable fluid exchange unit is then operated to substantially replace a first fluid within the socket with a second fluid from the recoverable fluid exchange unit.

Abstract: A copper welding rod is used in an arc-welding operation to form a bead that joins a copper starter sheet and a stainless steel hanger bar. The amperage level of the arc-welding equipment is set to generate heat at the weld site which is above the melting point of copper and below the melting point of stainless steel. This results in a welded joint between the copper bead and the hanger bar and a brazed joint between the copper bead and the starter sheet. Since brazing produces little or no fusion, the area of contact between the two dissimilar metals is limited to the interface between them, which significantly reduces the damaging effects of galvanic corrosion. Another improvement lies in the application of a corrosion-resistant metallic coating on the joint between the hanger bar and the starter sheet using a high velocity oxygen fuel flame spray technique.

Abstract: Devices capable of protecting electronic components during the occurrence of a disturbance event using printed circuit board manufacturing techniques. A three (3) layer structure is formed comprising a polymer-based formulation sandwiched between two electrode layers. The devices can be manufactured in panel form providing high quantities of devices which can be removed from the panel and applied directly to the component to be protected. Desired patterns can be formed on either one of the electrode layers by photo-etch techniques thereby providing a process that can be tailored to a large number of applications.

Abstract: An electrical and mechanical connection between (a) a first shielded cable including a metal sheath and electrical conductors and (b) a second cable including a ground conductor and electrical conductors, comprises a zone of interconnection between the first and second cables. In this interconnection zone, a first connection is made between the free end of the metal sheath and the free end of the ground conductor, and second connections are made between the free ends of the electrical conductors of the first cable and the free ends of the electrical conductors of the second cable, respectively. Still in the interconnection zone, the interconnected metal sheath and ground conductor have a first length shorter than second lengths of the interconnected electrical conductors of the first cable and electrical conductors of the second cable whereby, in operation, longitudinal tension in the interconnection zone is totally supported by the interconnected metal sheath and ground conductor.

Abstract: A method of connecting two raceways, comprising the steps of joining respective ends of first and second raceways at a first junction area so that the ends of the first and second raceways engage and form a miter joint at the first junction area, coupling a first cover fitting over the first junction area so that a portion of the first cover fitting engages each end, respectively, of the first and second raceways, joining respective ends of third and fourth raceways at a second junction area so that the ends of the third and fourth raceways are spaced from one another at the second junction area with a curved base disposed therebetween, and coupling a second cover fitting over the second junction area so that a portion of the second cover fitting engages each end of the third and fourth raceways, respectively.

Abstract: In a heat-shrinkable tube (1) having a tubular member which is shrinkable in response to heat and has a cylindrical surface, a thin film is formed on at least a part of the cylindrical surface. The thin film is made of a magnetic loss material which has a high magnetic loss characteristic. The thin film has a first phase comprising a first one of Fe, Co, and Ni and has a second phase comprising an insulator containing at least one element other than Fe, Co, and Ni.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a wire includes pressing a lacquer-coated wire having a round cross-section into a wire having a long cross-sectional axis and a short cross-sectional axis, wherein the ratio of the axes is at most 3:1.

Abstract: An expansion ring for expanding the perimeter of a splice case end plate. The ring comprises two face plates and a rim connected to and separating the face plates, with an aperture through the face plates. The ring fits around the perimeter of the end plate, forming an air tight, environmental seal. Once in place, a splice case housing can be installed over the expanded end plate. The present invention also provides a method of expanding the perimeter of an end plate, a method of installing a larger splice case housing over a smaller end plate, and a splice case, each based on the end plate expansion ring, and a method for repairing a damaged cable line where the repair is interrupted in time.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a crimping terminal which can interrupt immersion of water in an electric cable and maintain a waterproof function of a mating member, thereby enhancing reliability of connection between electric cables. A crimping terminal 10 is provided on each of cylindrical opposite ends with a crimping portion 11 having an insertion hole 12 with a bottom, which receives core wires e in an electric cable C. A solid body is formed between the crimping portions 11 in a liquid-tight manner. Preferably, the crimping terminal 10 is used together with a thermal-shrinkable tube 15 having an adhesive on its inner surface so that the thermal-shrinkable tube 15 comes into close contact with outer surfaces of the crimping portions and electric cables C.

Abstract: An installation device for installing a flexible sensor apparatus on a seating surface of a seat cushion includes an installation fixture having a saddle. The saddle includes a first face having a seating portion recess formed therein which generally conforms to the shape of the seating surface of the seat cushion. The first face further has at least one locating recess formed in the seating portion recess. The locating recess generally conforms to the shape of a portion of the flexible sensor apparatus. The saddle further has ports extending from the locating recess to a vacuum source, wherein a vacuum from the vacuum source retains the flexible sensor apparatus in the locating recess.

Abstract: An arrangement apparatus comprises a base (10) and an elongated arranging member (12) mounted thereon, wherein the arranging member includes a plurality of channels (123) and a plurality of reference wires (1253) with predetermined colors. The reference wires are arranged in a sequence that corresponds to the arrangement of pins of a connector to be connected with the multi-core round cable. Each reference wire is disposed in alignment with a corresponding channel. The color of each reference wire is the same as the color of a core (21) of the multi-core round cable to be placed in the channel corresponding to that reference wire. An operator can freely pick up any one core and place it in the correct channel simply by matching the color of the reference wire with the color of the selected wire.

Abstract: A habitable vehicle utility docking apparatus comprises a fixed-half quick connect panel fixed to a habitable vehicle such as a recreational vehicle or a boat, and a removable-half quick connect panel matable therewith. The fixed-half quick connect panel maintains a permanent connection to utilities inside the habitable vehicle. The removable-half quick connect panel is connected via commonly-used hoses and wires to external docking station utility services at a campsite, marina, etc. docking station. This avoids the time and inconvenience of having to make a multiplicity of utility connections and disconnections for each and every coming and going of the habitable vehicle to and from the docking station.

Abstract: A habitable vehicle utility docking apparatus comprises a fixed-half quick connect panel fixed to a habitable vehicle such as a recreational vehicle or a boat, and a removable-half quick connect panel matable therewith. The fixed-half quick connect panel maintains a permanent connection to utilities inside the habitable vehicle. The removable-half quick connect panel is connected via commonly-used hoses and wires to external docking station utility services at a campsite, marina, etc. docking station. This avoids the time and inconvenience of having to make a multiplicity of utility connections and disconnections for each and every coming and going of the habitable vehicle to and from the docking station.

Abstract: A corrugated tube includes a tubular body, formed with a slit extending in an axial direction of the tubular body; a plurality of ridge portions, formed on an outer periphery of the tubular body and arranged side by side in the axial direction; and a lap portion, protruded from one of opposed end portions of the tubular body which are separated by the slit and extended toward an inner face of the other opposed end portion of the tubular body. A plurality of fixation members are provided on the outer periphery of the tubular body to fix the corrugated tube onto the panel body in a state that the tubular body is so twisted that the slit is spirally extended.

Abstract: A method of forming a drip loop in a cable. One method includes trapping a first portion of the cable between a first cable retaining portion of a bracket and an object and forming an arc in a second portion of the cable. A third portion of the cable is trapped between a second cable retaining portion of the bracket and the object to retain the arc in the second portion of the cable. Other methods include forming arcs in one or more cables.

Abstract: A thermal shield and hermetic seal is provided to prevent deterioration of plastic insulation in a cable including a plurality of insulated conductors. The shield includes a sheet of aluminum material wrapped around exposed insulated conductors of the cable, a pressure wrap superposed over the sheet of aluminum material, the pressure wrap being wrapped over the sheet of material, and an enclosure housing the wrapped insulated conductors. The shield and seal thus provides thermal and hermetic protection that prevents heat exposure as well as infiltration of oxygen and ultraviolet radiation into the splice for preventing deterioration of plastic insulation in the conductors of the cable in the area of the splice. A method is also provided for protecting conductor access points and permitting re-access thereto.

Abstract: The invention relates to at method for manufacturing a wiring loom for use for example in a vehicle, comprising the following steps, a) on the assembly side (6) of an assembly support (1) is applied a base layer (5) which adheres at least temporarily to said assembly side and follows, at least partly, the course of the wiring loom during the manufacturing process; b) on the base layer (5) are fixed preferably a plurality of juxtaposed conductors in a substantially parallel arrangement c) finally, on the base layer is dusted or poured a coating layer (10) of a liquefied or molten material, which embeds said conductors, adheres to the base layer and, once poured or dusted, hardens or becomes globally more consistent.

Abstract: A method of fitting connectors includes a step of inserting a first connector into a mounting hole of a joint body from one side of the mounting hole in order to temporarily retain the first connector in the mounting hole, a step of inserting a second connector into the mounting hole from the other side of the joint body in order to release the condition in that the first connector has been retained in the mounting hole simultaneously with fitting both connectors to each other, and a step of inserting the second connector into the mounting hole further so that the second connector is primarily fixed in the mounting hole.

Abstract: A process and system for repairing electromechanical cables having an external armor wire layer using a butt welding technique and an arc vanishing machine. A short (break) in a cable having both an external and inner helically wrapped wire layer over an inner conductor(s) is located using conventional techniques. After the inner conductor(s) and inner wrapped layer are repaired (i.e., spliced), the outer wire layers are reconnected using a butt-end welding process and form individual arc shapes. The cable automatically passes through dies on headers to vanish (displace) each of the arcs to the end of the cable. A safety system activates an alarm to shut down the system when a jam occurs before any cable wires break. The system is reactivated after the jam is cleared.

Abstract: The present invention relates to method for making a joint between two polymer insulated power cables (3,4) including the steps of jointing the two bare cable conductors (1,2) and placing a heat sink device over the joint. The method includes injection molding a sheath (9) of semiconducting polymer material over the conductor joint (5) in fully bonded/welded contact (12,13) with the polymer insulation on the two cable ends (3,4) to prevent shrinkback of the insulation and to provide the heatsink.

Abstract: A method is disclosed which is for assembling to an automotive instrument panel a meter module having incorporated therein meters, their control circuits. On an outer wall (9a) of a meter module (A) is provided a guide projection (10) extending in a fitting direction. On a ceiling wall (12a) of a meter-module receiving portion (12) of an instrument panel (P) is provided a guide recess (13) for receiving therein the guide projection (10). The meter module (A) is received into the meter-module receiving portion (12), with the guide projection (10) inserted in the guide recess (13), followed by coupling connectors (5a) on the part of the meter module (A) and connectors (16) attached to a wiring harness (15) together. The working efficiency during assembly of meter modules to a vehicle is improved, while contributing to a reduction in weight of meter modules.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for making a cable joint between two polymer insulated power cables (1,2) including the steps of jointing the two bare cable conductors. (3,4) and placing a heat sink device (6) over the joint The method includes preheating the heat sink device which per se consists of a longitudinally split metal sleeve (7,8) with inner side ridges (9,10,11,12) and pressing the hot heat sink ridges into the polymer insulation (13,14) on both sides of the joint to anchor the polymer insulation to the heat sink (6).

Abstract: A power supply includes a power cable interface. The power supply also includes an interface guard. The interface guard has an unlocked position and a locked position. When the interface guard is in the unlocked position, the power supply can be attached and detached from a chassis of an electrical system. When the interface guard is in the locked position, the power supply cannot be attached or detached from the chassis of the electrical system. The power cord can only be attached to the power supply while the interface guard is in the locked position.

Abstract: Electrical cables are joined end-to-end within an elongate, imperforate, expandable jointing body. A tubular-shaped mounting tool is inserted into an end of the jointing body and supports at its forward end a separable, forwardly tapered extension cone whose maximum outer diameter substantially corresponds to the desired expanded inner diameter of the jointing body. The mounting tool is inserted into the jointing body when the mounting tool is inserted into the jointing body. A handle rearwardly of the cone permits its removal from the jointing body but the jointing body itself maintains its position so as to maintain an expanded opening in the end of the jointing body. Thereafter, removal of the mounting tool seals the cable joint as a result of contraction of the cross-section area of the jointing body.

Abstract: The method of laying and clamping an elastic tubular covering on an element consists in using a rigid tubular support mounted on the element and previously provided with said covering expanded thereon. In the laying method and the corresponding assembly, flexible associated auxiliary means that are strong in traction and not stretchable are provided for temporarily mechanically securing the expanded covering on said support to said element on which said covering is thus mounted and positioned. The invention is applicable to use at an end of an electric cable or at a junction thereof.

Abstract: A structure for making a sealed electrical connection through a barrier is disclosed. The structure comprises a feed-through board that is sealed in an aperture in the barrier. A conductive rod is disposed within a bore formed in the board. Inner and outer conductors are electrically connected to the conductive rod by means of connecting structures formed in the respective ends thereof. A plurality of layers of insulative materials are formed about the inner and outer conductors and the conductive rod so as to electrically insulate the conductors and the conductive rod, to form a structurally sound point of connection through the barrier, and to seal the bore through which the conductive rod is passed. A method for making a sealed electrical connection through a barrier is also disclosed.

Abstract: A wire harness consists of electrical wires, a first resin sheet and a second resin sheet. The first resin sheet includes a recess formed so as to extend along a predetermined "three-dimensional" wiring route of the electrical wires. In order to manufacture the wire harness, at first, the recess is formed in the first resin sheet. Then, the electrical wires are arranged in the recess. Next, the second resin sheet is arranged on the first resin sheet so as to cover the recess and air contained in a space defined between the first resin sheet and the second resin sheet is sucked to the outside. Finally, the first resin sheet and the second resin sheet are joined to each other. Owing to the provision of the three-dimensional recess, it is possible to realize the wire harness having a three-dimensional configuration following to the actual wiring route of the electrical wires, so that the assembling property can be improved.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for preventing transport of fluids--such as water and/or gas--through a joint between at least two insulated cable conductors (1,2;21,22,23). The method includes provision of a jointing ferrule (3) for insertion of the conductor ends into the ferrule and making required electrical contacts, --and provision of a molded sheath (8) of insulation material over the joint in sealed contact with the conductor insulation. The ferrule is precovered with a coating containing EEA copolymer to obtain improved adhesion between the ferrule and the insulation sheath. The mold material must be compatible with--and preferably of the same material--as the conductor insulation.

Abstract: A method and connector to connect a first shielded cable to another electrical element, such as a second shielded cable, is disclosed. The first and second shielded cables comprise a cable shield applied over an insulated conductor. The connector comprises a contractible opening with a shield connector, such as a spring clip, located on the inner surface of the opening and contractible therewith. The opening can be resiliently deformable from a biased position, which permits easy insertion of the first cable, to an unbiased or contracted position, which can frictionally hold the first cable. To insert the first cable, the opening is biased to the biased position. Upon insertion of the cable to an inserted position, the opening is allowed to resiliently deform about the first cable, such that the first cable is frictionally held in the opening and the shield connector is in electrical contact with the cable shield of the first cable.

Abstract: Various methods are described for assembling and/or coupling heater sections together for assemblage of heaters. The heater sections may be hot or cold heater sections having various geometries, dimensions, and specific electrical resistances. In one method, a cold heater section is assembled onto a pre-fabricated hot heater section with an oversized tube and pre-fabricated insulating cores. In another method, a pre-fabricated cold section is spliced onto a pre-fabricated hot section utilizing pre-fabricated semi-annular insulating cores and an oversized sleeve. In a further method, a first pre-fabricated hot section is spliced onto a second pre-fabricated hot section via an electrically conductive core and an oversized sleeve. These methods allow for the manufacture of stock lengths of hot and cold heater sections, that are then cut to length and coupled together. According to one aspect, the methods reduce tolerance errors in heater length.

Abstract: Method for replacing a first cable (1) by a second cable (2) between a first predetermined point (1a) and a second predetermined point (1b), comprising:a. the provision of first series impedance means (S1) close to the first end (2a) and second series impedance means (S2) close to the second end (2b) of the second cable (2), which first (S1) and second (S2) series impedance means can be switched between a state of high impedance value and a state of low impedance value;b. electrically connecting the second cable to the first cable (1) at the first (1a) and second (1b) points, during which operation both the first (S1) and the second (S2) series impedance means are kept in their state of high impedance value;c.

Abstract: A method and apparatus provides for the sealing of an elongate splice of an electrical cable. A central extent of the splice is enclosed in a cylindrical enclosure tube so as to define exposed lateral splice extents on each side thereof. Sealing dams are constructed about the cable adjacent each end of the cable splice and adjacent each end of the tube. The exposed lateral splice extents are covered with a pair of elongate generally cylindrical splice enclosing shells each having open ends. The open ends of the shells are sealably attached to the sealing dams to sealably enclose the cable splice. The shells and the tube are filled with a curable encapsulant to fully encapsulate the cable splice.

Abstract: A system including the method and apparatus for encapsulating electric wire splices wherein a plurality of electrical conductors in substantially aligned opposed relationship are electrically spliced and an encapsulation mass of thermoplastic dielectric material forms an insulative jacket over the splice. Encapsulation is produced by coating the spliced conductors with a liquified hot melt sealant, agitating and projecting the sealant toward the splice to fill small interstices between the conductors, removing the coated splice and conductors from the liquid sealant and drying the sealant into a dielectric jacket surrounding the splice.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing electrical conductivity between the opposing surface edges of gaps and joints in composite and metallic structures comprises fiber flocking a first and second set of conductive fibers in a direction normal to the surface edge of each side of the gap or joint. The first and second set of conductive fibers are positioned such that the conductive fibers interdigitate with respect to each other providing a compliant electrically conductive path between the opposing surface edges of the structural gaps and joints. After assembly, the defined joint or gap containing the interdigitated sets of carbon fibers may be filled with a polymer material or materials which constitute state of the art matrix materials used for conductive joints. Applications for this technology include electromagnetic shielding and low observables.

Abstract: A splice closure including a frame having a partition wall to define front and rear access areas for the closure. The frame carries one or more splice trays on a first surface portion making the splices accessible from the front or first access area. A slack storage compartment is provided on the second surface portion. The slack storage compartment includes one or more pairs of opposing sidewalls that define an access opening for the slack that is accessible from the rear access area. An extension member for the frame is disclosed for obtaining greater amounts of slack from the cable, such as for a taut sheath cable splice. A tandem longitudinal arrangement of splice trays is also disclosed and may be used for a taut sheath ring splice or for repairing a severed cable. A method is disclosed for making a taut sheath optical fiber splice to the severed cable.

Abstract: A method for electrically connecting two electrical lines. Each electrical line contains at least two electrical conductors that are insulated from each other, and one common sheath surrounding the electrical conductors. One of the two lines (2) is equipped with insulated conductors and is flexible, while the other line (1) has a stiff, tubular metal sheath. To produce a moisture-proof connection between the conductors of the electrical lines, first the sheath is removed from a section of the conductors of the flexible line (1) and insulation is removed from the conductors so that the ends are bared. The conductors prepared in this manner are placed in a flexible rubber seal (10) containing passage holes to separate the conductors. After that, the conductors of the flexible line (1) are electrically connected to the conductors of the other line (2) which protrude from the metal sheath. A metal tube (13) is then positioned over the entire connection area.

Abstract: The method and apparatus is provided for sealing a splice in an electrical cable. A pair of spaced-apart sealing dams are formed about the electrical cable with the splice being located therebetween. A generally cylindrical splice enclosing shell, having a pair of opposed open ends is supported around the splice. The shell includes plural shell fingers extending from each end of the shell. The shell fingers are secured to each other at a location outwardly adjacent of the sealing dams to positionally confine the sealing dams, preventing outward migration thereof. The splice may be encapsulated with an encapsulant under pressure, which is retained by the splice enclosing shell.

Abstract: A conductor splice and splice support structure and method of assembly for use with cable-in-conduit superconductor cable of the type having a plurality of spaced sub-cables each including stabilizer and superconductor strands in an annular tube. Two transition ramp members, each having a cross section varying from a first end conforming to the cable configuration to a second end having an enlarged, oval, configuration have a plurality of surface grooves each sized to hold one sub-cable. Between the two transition ramp members is provided a main support member having grooves aligned with the transition members grooves. The main support member grooves are sized to hold two overlapping sub-cables. Preferably, a braid of superconductor material is placed around the overlapping sub-cable ends. The space within the grooves surrounding the sub-cables is preferably filled with solder.

Abstract: A cord securement device for maintaining two interconnected electrical plugs in plugged together electrical connection. The device includes first and second eyelets secured to a base member. Each eyelet defines an opening sized to receive a looped portion of each electrical cord extending from the plugged together ends. The looped portion of each cord is urged through one eyelet to engage a hook member secured to the base member. The hook members transfer the strain of connection of the electrical cords from the plugs to the cord securement device. A method is also disclosed which maintains the electrical plugs in plugged together relationship by transferring the strain of connection from the plugs of the electrical cords to the device.