To Fit Differently Oriented Contact Patents (Class 439/173)
  • Cable adaptor assembly
    Patent number: 4900270
    Abstract: A cable adaptor assembly is disclosed that allows any type of plug to be adapted to any type of socket. The arrangement consists of at least two cable members each having a plug and socket separated by an electric cord wherein the plug and socket on any given cable member are of distinct configurations. This assembly allows an operator to quickly adapt a given electric plug from an appliance to a particular wall outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 1989
    Date of Patent: February 13, 1990
    Assignee: Safe Stress, Inc.
    Inventors: Mary S. Edwards, Max M. Dubrinsky
  • Customizable plugs for A.C. power cords
    Patent number: 4815983
    Abstract: A modular power-line attachment cord has a plug with standard pins in a cavity with a locking shoulder. A number of national-standard inserts have cooperating sockets for the pins, and a locking shoulder allowing the insert to be permanently captured in the cavity of the plug.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1987
    Date of Patent: March 28, 1989
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: James W. Erickson, Merlyn W. Jeche, Rolland D. O'Groske, Gerald L. Richter