Abstract: A motor vehicle has an electrical contact-making unit, which is fixed to the vehicle, for making electrical contact with an external charging cable. The contact-making unit includes electrical contacts and a movable cover which can be moved between a protective position, in which the cover covers the electrical contacts and thereby protects them against soiling and/or water, and a charging position, in which the electrical contacts are accessible from the area surrounding the vehicle. The cover here is cuboidal and in the protective position it at least partially surrounds the electrical contacts. In the charging position, the cover is located next to the electrical contacts, wherein the cover can be moved between the charging position and the protective position in a manner operated by external force.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus has an adjustable attachment assembly including at least one movable member, a body assembly that is movably attached to the adjustable attachment assembly, a movable assembly that is movably attached to the body assembly, a power storage disposed in at least one of the movable assembly and the body assembly, and a device stand assembly movably attached to the movable assembly. The adjustable attachment assembly is movable in a first direction relative to the body assembly. The movable assembly is movable in a second direction relative to the body assembly that is different from the first direction.

Abstract: Androgynous modular connectors (e.g., modular spacecraft connectors) are disclosed herein. The modular connectors can include prismatic-shaped body with side panels, a base, and a face panel. The face panel can include three or more sides that define an opening. A claw assembly can be housed within the prismatic-shaped body. The claw assembly can include two or more extendable arms. A motor can be housed within the prismatic-shaped body. The motor can be operatively connected to the claw assembly. The motor can be configured to extend and retract the claw assembly.

Abstract: A modular power tee distribution assembly includes a tee formed of first and second housing pieces which can be mated together. NEMA devices and accessories can be directly attached to the tee. First and second adaptors are provided can be mounted to the tee. The adaptors allow differently sized NEMA devices and accessories to be attached to the tee.

Abstract: A convenience interface device is provided for personnel to access devices that reside inside an enclosure without opening the enclosure door. The convenience interface device includes a housing, a cover assembly comprising a cover and a cover receiving frame operatively connected to the housing, a first metal insert and a first magnet for magnetically connecting together, one of the first metal insert and the first magnet on one of the cover or the receiving frame and the other of the first metal insert and the first magnet on the other of the cover or the receiving frame, and a second metal insert and a second magnet for magnetically connecting together, one of the second metal insert and the second magnet on one of the cover or the receiving frame and the other of the second metal insert and the second magnet on the other of the cover or the receiving frame. The housing passes through an opening in the enclosure door and includes inside and outside outlet faces.

Abstract: An electrical connector for airbag restraint systems comprises an elongated housing aligned on a longitudinal axis, surrounding at least one elongated terminal having a contact surface, a terminal support device, attached on the elongated housing and movable longitudinally along the elongated housing from an open position to a support position. The terminal support device increases the contact pressure of the contact surface to a counter-contact element when the connector is mated to a counter-connector and the terminal support device is in the support position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a universal adaptor that allows one to connect electrodes and/or electrode pads from a patient that is experiencing heart problems to an EKG and/or defibrillator from a different manufacturer from the manufacturer of the electrodes and/or electrode pads. The invention also relates to methods of saving a patient's life by eliminating the process and time that it would take to transfer electrodes and/or electrode pads on a patient by using this universal adaptor.

Abstract: Embodiments disclose a contact part comprising a sleeve forming a receiving space for inserting a plug-in contact in an insertion direction, at least one contact spring secured to the inside of the sleeve, and a locking pin configured to be displaceably guided in the sleeve between first and second end positions in sliding contact with the contact spring, wherein the locking pin is configured to push the contact spring in the direction of the receiving space to varying degrees depending on the position of the locking pin between the two end positions. Embodiments disclose a method for producing a contact part comprising providing a sheet metal part and at least one contact spring held in a form-locked manner in the sheet metal part, and forming the sheet metal part to obtain a sleeve that forms a receiving space for inserting a plug-in contact in the insertion direction.

Abstract: A terminal has a base, a wire covering portion, two connecting portions and two resilient arms. The resilient arms are formed on and protrude forward respectively from front ends of the connecting portions and each resilient arm has an extension section, a U-turn portion and a folding contacting section. The extension section is formed on and protrudes forward from the front end of one of the connecting portions. The U-turn portion is formed on the extension section. The folding contacting section is formed on and extends from the U-turn portion, is parallel to the other folding contacting section, and abuts an inside surface of the extension section. The terminal is structurally strong and durable.

Abstract: Energy exchange station for a battery of an electric vehicle, comprising at least one power output for a vehicle, means for determining whether a vehicle coupled to the at least one power output is able to be charged with an AC voltage and/or a DC voltage, a plurality of power inputs, comprising at least one AC power input; and at least one DC power input and at least one controllable switch, for switching the at least one power output to any of the power inputs a controller for the switch, for controlling the switch at least based on the determination.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an apparatus. The apparatus includes a first connector and a switching system. The first connector is configured to receive a second connector having a first contact area and a second different contact area. The switching system is connected to the first connector. The switching system is configured to alternatively connect a ground of the apparatus to the first or the second contact area.

Abstract: The multi-socket power adapter includes a main housing unit and an extension unit mounted inside the main housing unit. The main housing unit includes a recess for the extension unit. A ribbon cable wound on a spool is housed inside the extension unit. The ribbon cable protrudes through the extension unit into the main housing unit to establish an electrical connection, which allows the extension unit to be used as a conventional extension cord. The extension unit includes a plurality of power plug sockets and a power switch for each plug socket so that power to each socket can be controlled. The main housing unit also includes a power switch and a power consumption monitor.

Abstract: The invention relates to power sockets and, more particularly, relates to universal power sockets capable of receiving, and electrically engaging with, different types of plugs having pins. Even more particularly, the invention relates to a universal power socket having sprung contacts. There are universal adapters already in existence, however some are unable to connect accurate and stably with a plug. Some may require a different pin clasp to hold it in place, whereas some adapters may be too big, or are not cost effective, and will still be unable to hold a vast range of power plugs. My invention has resolved all of these problems, something which has never previously been done. The creation of my universal adapter has enabled the use of only one clasp in order to hold 9 different pins. It is accurate and will hold power plugs stably in place, with the convenience of being able to connect to a majority of power plugs worldwide.

Abstract: A connector assembly includes a female connector and a mal connector. The female connector includes a first main body and a number of slots defined in the first main body, and each slot receives a conductive terminal therein. First and second row conductive terminals are arranged along an opposite direction. A number of cables are attached to the first main body and electrically connected to the conductive terminals. A male connector includes a second main body and a number of conductive pins extend through the second main body. Third row conductive pins are corresponding to the first row conductive terminals. Fourth row conductive pins are corresponding to the second row conductive terminals. The connector assembly can transmit signals normally whatever the male connector is plugged to the female connector.

Abstract: The universal plug adaptor contains a terminal set for contacting plug pins housed between a face plate and a casing. The face plate contains a number of sets of plug holes. A first hole set contains a first live hole, a first neutral hole, and a first ground hole conforming to the South Africa specification. A second hole set contains three separate openings, each containing a number of plug holes for ground pins of various specifications. A third hole set contains two plug holes conforming to global 250V specification with two flat pins or two round pins. A fourth hole set contains two plug holes conforming to America 125V specification's two flat pints or two round pins. And a fifth hole set contains two plug holes conforming to America specification with two flat pins. The third and fourth hole sets jointly provide two plugs' simultaneous plugging.

Abstract: A universal connector socket for a surgical apparatus for the connection of different plug connectors of different surgical instruments for RF surgery. The universal connector socket has several plug contact openings for selectively connecting monopolar and bipolar surgical instruments and has several plug contact openings arranged in an overlapping manner for defining an unambiguous plug-in position of a plug connector and a shared reference plug contact opening.

Abstract: The universal plug adaptor contains a terminal set for contacting plug pins housed between a face plate and a casing. The face plate contains a number of sets of plug holes. A first hole set contains a first live hole, a first neutral hole, and a first ground hole conforming to the South Africa specification. A second hole set contains three separate openings, each containing a number of plug holes for ground pins of various specifications. A third hole set contains two plug holes conforming to global 250V specification with two flat pins or two round pins. A fourth hole set contains two plug holes conforming to America 125V specification's two flat pints or two round pins. And a fifth hole set contains two plug holes conforming to America specification with two flat pins. The third and fourth hole sets jointly provide two plugs' simultaneous plugging.

Abstract: An apparatus configured to provide electrical power received from at least a first electrical outlet or a second electrical outlet is disclosed. The apparatus can include: (a) a housing; (b) at least two electrical outlets at the housing; (c) an electrical coupler at least partially enclosed by the housing and electrically coupled to the at least two third electrical outlets; (d) a first prong adapter configured to removably couple to the electrical coupler and the first electrical outlet; and (e) a second prong adapter configured to removably couple to the electrical coupler and the second electrical outlet. Other embodiments are described herein.

Abstract: A fan connector for being connected to either a first fan header having a number of first pins or a second fan header having a number of second pins includes a main body, a number of first holes defined in the main body for electrically receiving the first pins, and a number second holes defined in the main body for electrically receiving the second pins.

Abstract: A multi-functional wiring plug converter is provided. The converter is mainly composed of a case, connection guiding assemblies and a panel cover. A plurality of setting areas defined by the case are respectively used for installing and fixing the connection guiding assemblies, and each connection guiding assembly is composed of a connection guiding seat, a connection guiding clamp sheet and a wire-locking fixed block. A blocking portion extending from the connection guiding seat forms a plurality of fixed portions, and each fixed portion is used for fixing the connection guiding clamp sheet and the wire-locking fixed block. Therefore, when a power wire needs to be connected, it can be directly locked onto the wire-locking fixed block so that the power wire is fixed in the converter, and the converter can be sold to any region and additionally provided with a connection guiding panel which conforms to specifications of the region.

Abstract: A connector is configured to hold a lamp extending in a first direction. The connector includes a housing and a terminal. The terminal includes a first connection portion configured to establish connection with a lamp contact portion formed on the lamp, a second connection portion including a first contact and a second contact located at different positions in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, and a fixed portion pressed in the housing along the second direction and located between the first connection portion and the second connection portion in the second direction.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly includes an insulating housing, a plurality of first contacts received in the insulating housing, at least one detecting pin and a controlling circuitry. At least partial first contacts unitarily includes first contacting portions transferring first data signals and second contacting portions transferring second data signals. The detecting pin produces two sets of different detecting signals corresponding to the first data signals and the second data signals. The controlling circuitry controls said data signals output data signals through different output terminals.

Abstract: A power supply connector is provided, which is applicable to both large current charging and low current charging, the power supply connector being able to not only maintain the accuracy of monitoring low current charging and the volumetric efficiency of a board by appropriately arranging two types of connector parts, but also contribute to the downsizing of the power supply connector and improvement of the reliability thereof by striking a balance between the volumetric efficiency and the heat radiation characteristics, and ensure safety in the use of the power supply connector while reducing the cost. Insertion holes 4 and connector pins 2 that configure a large current charging connector part are disposed in the vicinity of both ends of the power supply connector 1. There are disposed a plug insertion hole 9 and low current charging connector pins 11 that configure a low current charging connector part held between the insertion holes 4 and the connector pins 2.

Abstract: A decorative light has two conductors mounted in a casing. Two terminals of a bulb are positioned by electrical connectors of the conductors, and the terminals electrically connect with the electrical connectors. The bulb is positioned in the casing without a light seat, so number of elements is decreased. The terminals of the bulb are inserted and positioned by the electrical connectors, so cutting and bending of the terminals is not required and an efficiency of fabrication is increased.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include a method and apparatus for intelligent handheld device accessory support. A method of one embodiment includes sensing the presence of an accessory plug in a jack of the handheld device, determining a type of accessory device attached to the accessory plug, including receiving electrical signals from pins of the plug and based on the determination, configuring the handheld device, including assigning particular signals to pins of the plug.

Abstract: A socket structure includes a plastic base, a connection slot, a circuit board and pin terminals. The connection slot may be engaged with an inserted plug. The circuit board positioned in the plastic base and located in the connection slot has many first traces. Each first trace has a first contact on one surface of a front section of the circuit board, and a second contact on a rear section of the circuit board. The first contacts are electrically connected to the plug. The pin terminals are electrically connected to the second contacts of the first traces. One end of each of the pin terminals extends out of the plastic base.

Abstract: A dual-purpose socket has a body, pin base and a pin set. The body has a front side, a chamber defined in the body and at least one opening. The at least one opening is formed through the front side, communicates with the chamber and allows an HDMI or Displayport plug to be inserted into the chamber. The pin base is mounted in the chamber and corresponds to HDMI and Displayport plugs. The pin set is mounted on the pin base and comprises a detecting pin. When the HDMI or Displayport plug is inserted into the chamber of the body, the detecting pin will respectively not touch or touch a pin of the HDMI or Displayport plug. Since HDMI and Displayport plugs can be used, the dual-purpose socket improves convenience and cost for electronic device consumers and manufacturers.

Abstract: A detection device and method commonly used for a video interface outlet and earphone line outlet is used to allow the detection device to detect whether a three- or four-terminals plug is inserted in the outlet. The detection device detects whether the impedance value of the video output terminal of the plug is larger than the preset value. If yes, the detection device control a video signal output terminal to output a video signal. If the impedance is not larger than the preset value, the detection device then controls the video signal output not to output a video signal and only to output an audio signal.

Abstract: A media player system is disclosed. One aspect of the media player system pertains to a docking station that allows a media player to communicate with other media devices. Another aspect of the media player system pertains to a wireless media player system that includes a hand held media player capable of transmitting information over a wireless connection and one or more media devices capable of receiving information over the wireless connection. Another aspect of the media player system pertains to a method of wirelessly connecting the hand held media player to another device. The method includes selecting a media item on the hand held media player; selecting one or more remote recipients on the hand held media player; and transmitting the media item locally to the hand held media player, and wirelessly to the selected remote recipients. Another aspect of the media player system pertains to a hand held music player that includes a transmitter for transmitting information over a wireless connection.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a group of first electrical terminals and at least one second electrical terminal. The group of first electrical terminals is arranged in three rows, and the first electrical terminals in one of the three rows are separate from each other in a first pitch. The second electrical terminal is separate from an outmost first electrical terminal in the group of first electrical terminals in a second pitch.

Abstract: A video signal transmitting device having analog and digital video signal output functionality is adapted to transmit a video signal, and has a cable unit, a digital visual interface integrated input port disposed at one end of the cable unit and adapted to receive the video signal, and a digital visual interface output port and an analog video signal output port disposed at the other end of the cable unit. The digital visual interface integrated input port has a first pin set for digital video signals, and a second pin set for analog video signals. The digital visual interface output port is connected to the first pin set through the cable unit, and the analog video signal output port is connected to the second pin set through the cable unit so as to achieve an effect of respectively outputting digital video signals and analog video signals.

Abstract: A video signal transmitting device having analog and digital video signal output functionality is adapted to transmit a video signal, and has a cable unit, a digital visual interface integrated input port disposed at one end of the cable unit and adapted to receive the video signal, and a digital visual interface output port and an analog video signal output port disposed at the other end of the cable unit. The digital visual interface integrated input port has a first pin set for digital video signals, and a second pin set for analog video signals. The digital visual interface output port is connected to the first pin set through the cable unit, and the analog video signal output port is connected to the second pin set through the cable unit so as to achieve an effect of respectively outputting digital video signals and analog video signals.

Abstract: An electrical plug/socket adaptor for establishing an electrical connection between a electrical plug and an electrical socket, said adaptor comprising a housing with at least one electrical plug receiving zone to receive an electrical plug of a kind selected from at least one of a Euro pin electrical plug, British pin electrical plug, North America pin electrical plug, and Australia pin electrical plug, the adaptor configurable to itself be capable of being operatively plugged into an electrical socket of a kind selected from at least two of a Euro pin electrical socket, British pin electrical socket, North America pin electrical socket, and Australia pin electrical socket.

Abstract: A unique arrangement includes duplex receptacle outlet providing two voltages. A first power wire supplying a first voltage is connected to the receptacle supplying a higher voltage. A second power wire is connected to both receptacles, and a neutral wire is connected to the receptacle supplying a lower voltage. In this manner, a standard electrical outlet need only be modified such that the receptacle has its plug interface modified to receive a standard higher voltage.

Abstract: A lead connector arrangement includes a non-cylindrically shaped connector pin coupled to a lead conductor and a connector sleeve assembly for receiving the non-cylindrically shaped connector pin. The connector sleeve assembly includes an insert with an axial bore formed therein that complements the shape of the non-cylindrical connector pin. According to one embodiment, the non-cylindrical connector pin may be provided in the form of a triangular, square, rectangular, or hexagonal shape. The axial bore has a complimentary shape to receive the connector pin. When the connector pin is threaded through the connector sleeve assembly using a pull-wire device, the pull-wire device may be unscrewed from the connector pin without causing axial rotation of the lead conductor when the connector pin is fully inserted within the axial bore.

Abstract: A jack (90) typically mounted in an aircraft seat is adapted for use with a variety of headset types. A jack has sockets (92, 93, 94) accepting any of several different types of plugs associated with different types of noise cancellation headsets or aviation industry headsets including one, two, or three pin types. The jack includes sensing components to correctly detect from the number of pins inserted, and the impedance and/or voltages sensed on those pins, the type of headset being used. With this identification, appropriate connections to the audio source as well as to noise cancellation circuitry may be made to enable the headset to function correctly.

Abstract: An electrical receptacle is disclosed, which is configured to fit and mount into an outlet box and has a front panel configured to receive different internationally standardized plug pin arrangements.

Abstract: A power supply with optional types of plugs, composed by one universal body and replaceable plug, is disclosed. The universal body includes a plurality of blocks, a circular recess, an elastic switch key, and two conductive plates; whereas the plugs could be different specifications of plug with opposite blocks and two conductive plates, the block holes and blocks include a set of error-proof block hole and error-proof block which posses a block slot to hold the fan-shaped block.

Abstract: A standard type electrical connector element (1; 100; 200; 300), with a square cross-section measuring about 21×21 mm, includes (2; 102; 202; 302) within which are formed seats (22) adapted to house contacts (4; 204) adapted to receive the conductors (50) of electrical feed cables; a seat (23) adapted to house a contact (6; 106; 206; 306) adapted to go into contact with the conductor of an electrical earth cable, a cover (8; 108) which can be coupled on the body and which is provided with holes (83, 82) disposed in register with the contacts (4; 204) to allow the conductors of the feed and earth cables to be inserted, and spring elements (7) disposed in the seats (22, 23) of the body in which the contacts are housed to clamp the conductors of the electrical cables in contact with the respective contacts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electrical socket adapter for selectively providing electrical pins and insertion holes in different configurations, the adapter comprising a casing with openings in a front side of the casing and at least one pin holder being removably placed in the casing, wherein the pin holder comprises electrical pins being extendable through corresponding openings in the casing to protrude from the casing. It is the object of the present invention to provide an electrical socket adapter applicable to a variety of electrical standards and being yet still compact and convenient. This object is solved by an electrical socket adapter of the above mentioned type characterized in that at least one electrical pin being hinged on the pin holder to be selectively extractable from the pin holder, wherein in an operative position the electrical pin protrudes from a front side of the pin holder, and in a rest position, the electrical pin is at least partially retracted in the pin holder.

Abstract: A power plug includes a connected unit, an assembled unit and a clamping mechanism. The connected unit has an insulative housing with a terminal open, and the insulative housing has a conductive terminal disposed therein. The assembled unit has an insulative casing and a movable body movably received in the insulative casing. The movable body has a first conductive pole and a second conductive pole. The assembled unit is installed in the terminal open of the connected unit. One of the first conductive pole and the second conductive pole is electrically connected to the conductive terminal, and another of the first conductive pole and the second conductive pole is projected outside the insulative casing. The clamping mechanism is disposed between the connected unit and the assembled unit.

Abstract: A jack (90) typically mounted in an aircraft seat is adapted for use with a variety of headset types. A jack has sockets (92, 93, 94) accepting any of several different types of plugs associated with different types of noise cancellation headsets or aviation industry headsets including one, two, or three pin types. The jack includes sensing components to correctly detect from the number of pins inserted, and the impedance and/or voltages sensed on those pins, the type of headset being used.

Abstract: An electrical device includes a power supply that is switchable between a first mode and a second mode. The power supply includes a first connector element of the power supply, the first connector element being one of a male and a female connector element for mating with a corresponding second connector element, the second connector element being one of a female and a male connector element, respectively. The power supply also includes a guard member disposed on the first connector element, the guard member being movable between a first position in which the first connector element is adapted to mate with any corresponding second connector elements and the power supply is in the first mode and a second position in which the first connector element is only adapted to mate with specially configured second connector elements and the power supply is in the second mode. The electrical device also includes electrical equipment powered through the power supply.

Abstract: A lead connector arrangement includes a non-cylindrically shaped connector pin coupled to a lead conductor and a connector sleeve assembly for receiving the non-cylindrically shaped connector pin. The connector sleeve assembly includes an insert with an axial bore formed therein that complements the shape of the non-cylindrical connector pin. According to one embodiment, the non-cylindrical connector pin may be provided in the form of a triangular, square, rectangular, or hexagonal shape. The axial bore has a complimentary shape to receive the connector pin. When the connector pin is threaded through the connector sleeve assembly using a pull-wire device, the pull-wire device may be unscrewed from the connector pin without causing axial rotation of the lead conductor when the connector pin is fully inserted within the axial bore.

Abstract: Various service port configurations for the transfer of fluids, gases and electricity between a service terminal and a vehicle are provided. The service port includes a receptacle and a controller. The receptacle includes a clamp and a clamp actuator for actuating the clamp; a service exchange interface in between the clamp; and sensors inside the receptacle and configured to monitor the position of a plug inside the receptacle. The controller is connected to the sensors and the actuator, and monitors the sensors. When a sensor detects that a plug is in position for engagement, the controller instructs the clamp actuator to move the clamp until the plug is clamped with sufficient force to enable a service to be exchanged. The receptacle and the plug are couplable to either the service port or a vehicle and a service terminal, and both are implementable at a multiplicity of locations on a vehicle.

Abstract: An electrical plug includes a first insulating body, a first prong extending from one end of the first insulating body, a second insulating body, and a second prong extending from one end of the second insulating body. The first insulating body and the second insulating body are separably held together so as to enable the first prong and the second prong to fit into the electrical outlets of various specifications.

Abstract: A redundantly ground plug having a live prong, a neutral prong, a first ground prong and a second groung prong arranged to be received in a live contact, a neutral contact, and a ground contact of a first socket and a ground contact of a second socket of a standard power supply such as a duplex receptacle or power strip is disclosed. A flexible boot extends from the plug to seal the prongs and contacts from moisture.

Abstract: A multi-direction insertion socket with its conductor structure permitting insertion of plugs from different directions at the same time essentially by having the conductor to contain a clamping part to restrict an inserted pin from a plug with the clamping part including two clamping tabs, at least one clamping tabs extends and winds into form an additional clamping tab to further form an additional clamping part with the clamping tab that extends for various plugs to be inserted into the clamping tabs provided by the conductor at the same time to draw the power.

Abstract: A multi-direction insertion socket with its conductor structure permitting insertion of plugs from different directions at the same time essentially by having the conductor to contain a clamping part to restrict an inserted pin from a plug with the clamping part including two clamping tabs, at least one clamping tabs extends and winds into form an additional clamping tab to further form an additional clamping part with the clamping tab that extends for various plugs to be inserted into the clamping tabs provided by the conductor at the same time to draw the power.

Abstract: A pre-wired electrical component for a flexible wiring system has a housing, a flexible power supply cable connected in strain relieving relation to the housing within an inlet opening in the housing, at least one power supply outlet member mounted in an associated power outlet opening in the housing and a rotational circuit selector which includes a first connecting member mounted in fixed position on and exposed externally of the housing. Electrical buses disposed within the housing and separated from each other by a dielectric bus separator electrically connecting the power supply cable to the power supply outlet member and to the first connecting element.