Abstract: Power cables that include plug housings having an improved appearance as well as employ a halogen-free cable while providing adequate fire resistance. One example provides a power cable having cable plug with a substantially unitary body. Another example provides a power cable that is formed using halogen-free materials. To provide adequate fire protection, a strain relief formed using multiple materials is used.

Abstract: A signal test apparatus for a serial attached Small Computer System Interface (SAS) device includes an SAS female connector to be connected to the SAS device, an SAS male connector to be connected to a server, first and second pairs of subminiature version A (SMA) connectors, and first and second groups of switches. When the first pair of SMA connectors is connected to an oscillograph to test a pair of output signals from the SAS device, the second group of switches are turned on and the first group of switches are turned off to communicate the SAS device with the server. When the second pair of SMA connector is connected to the oscillograph to test another pair of output signals from the SAS device, the first group of switches are turned on and the second group of switches are turned off to communicate the SAS device with the server.

Abstract: A jumper comprising a first connector, wherein the first connector includes a post configured to receive a center conductor surrounded by a dielectric of a coaxial cable, a connector body attached to the post, and a coupling member attached to the post, the coupling member having one or more resilient contacts, wherein the resilient contacts are configured to pass over the external threads in a first axial direction, and physically engage the external threads in a second axial direction, and a second connector, wherein the first connector is operably affixed to a first end of the coaxial cable, and the second connector is operably affixed to a second end of the coaxial cable is provided.

Abstract: A clip assembly includes a first clip comprising two opposing contact surfaces connected by a U-shaped hinge, where each of the two opposing contact surfaces has protruding flanges with teeth for engaging a surface inserted between the flanges. The clip assembly further includes a second clip comprising two opposing contact surfaces connected by a U-shaped hinge, wherein each of the two opposing contact surfaces has protruding flanges with teeth for engaging a surface inserted between the flanges. The clip assembly also includes a wire connected to the first clip at one end of the wire and to the second clip at another end of the wire.

Abstract: Embodiments of a system, topology, and architecture for providing power and transceiving data to electronic devices having an interface are described generally herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: A signal detection apparatus for a serial attached SCSI (SAS) device includes an SAS female connector to be connected to a SAS device, an SAS male connector to be connected to a system, and first to fourth pairs of subminiature version A (SMA) connectors. When the first pair of SMA connectors is connected to an oscillograph to detect a pair of output signals from the SAS device, the second and third pairs of SMA connectors connect the SAS device with the system. When the second pair of SMA connector is connected to the oscillograph to detect another pair of output signals from the SAS device, the first and fourth pairs of SMA connectors connect the SAS device with the system.

Abstract: A system for use with a hospital bed having circuitry and a standard AC power outlet spaced from the hospital bed is provided. The system includes a cable assembly couplable to the circuitry of the hospital bed. The cable assembly has power conductors and at least one data conductor. The cable assembly also has a plug including a first power coupler coupled to the power conductors and a first data coupler coupled to the at least one data conductor. The system also includes a second data coupler mountable adjacent the standard AC power outlet. The second data coupler is configured to couple to the first data coupler when the first power coupler is coupled to the standard AC power outlet.

Abstract: A connection member which is electrically connected to a conductive fabric having conductive threads, a method for manufacturing the connection member, and a connection structure are provided. The connection member includes a band-shaped part including conductive wires which extend in a longitudinal direction, and a connection terminal which is attached to an end portion of the conductive wires. The method includes forming an original band-shaped member by weaving while using the conductive wires for a part of warp and using at least non-conductive threads for weft; exposing the conductive wires at an end portion of the original band-shaped member; and attaching a connection terminal to the exposed conductive wires. The connection structure includes the conductive fabric and the connection member, and the conductive wires of the connection member are electrically connected to the conductive threads exposed from the conductive fabric.

Abstract: The vehicle transmission and charge device contains a casing, a power conversion module, a cable winding device, and at least a transmission cable. The casing has a number of openings and an axle, and a tongue piece. The power conversion module is inside the casing and contains a transformer module, a power input connector, and a power plug. The cable winding device is inside the casing and contains a wheel base, an elastic element, and a winding module. The winding module contains a power output connector and a circuit board. The transmission cable has one end electrically connected to the winding module and the other end connected to a head piece after running through an opening of the casing. A cigarette lighter plug is connected to the power input connector, and then plugged into a cigarette lighter receptacle of a vehicle.

Abstract: A distributor is proposed, comprising a power connection having a plug (1) and being connected to at least two socket connectors (3) via an electric conductor (2). In order to provide the highest level of variability concerning the extension length it is proposed that the socket connectors (3) are associated with separate sockets (4) which can be detachably interconnected or detachably connected to a housing (6) and which are each connected one to the other or to the housing (6) by an extension lead (5).

Abstract: The vehicle transmission and charge device contains a casing, a power conversion module, a cable winding device, and at least a transmission cable. The casing has a number of openings and an axle, and a tongue piece. The power conversion module is inside the casing and contains a transformer module, a power input connector, and a power plug. The cable winding device is inside the casing and contains a wheel base, an elastic element, and a winding module. The winding module contains a power output connector and a circuit board. The transmission cable has one end electrically connected to the winding module and the other end connected to a head piece after running through an opening of the casing. A cigarette lighter plug is connected to the power input connector, and then plugged into a cigarette lighter receptacle of a vehicle.

Abstract: An electronic device protective case with a built-in capability to have a connector or cable that enables it to interface to power and communication sources without the need for a separate cable. The connector can be an AC connector for power, or a DC connector for power and/or signals, such as an universal serial bus (USB) connector or similar connector. The connector or cable can the move between a stowed position within the protective case housing and a deployed positions where it is external to said case.

Abstract: First and second vehicle-side connectors that respectively have a ground terminal that is grounded to the vehicles and have a plurality of signal transmission-path terminals, and a vehicle connection cable that is mounted, at both ends, with first and second connectors, and has a plurality of connection-signal transmission paths that connect the connection-signal transmission-path terminals of the first and second connectors, and has a shielding layer that shields the connection-signal transmission paths and is connected to only one of the respective connection ground terminals of the first and second connectors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a cable assembly, an apparatus for the manufacture of a cable assembly, as well as a preassembled cable assembly comprising a cable having at least two cable wires running inside a cable jacket, and at least one connector arranged at each end of the cable. For an improved method and apparatus providing a simplified supply chain and with an increased flexibility and short lead times, the present invention provides a method of manufacturing a cable assembly comprising the steps of connecting at least one end of cable wires with terminal elements, and thereafter providing a cable jacket around the cable wires and an apparatus for the manufacture of a cable assembly, comprising a termination unit for connecting an end of a cable wire with a terminal element and a jacketing unit for providing a cable jacket around cable wires.

Abstract: A multimedia sink device comprises: 1) a connector configured to be connected to an adaptor cable; 2) detection circuitry configured to detect when the adaptor cable is connected to the connector; and 3) hot plug detection (HPD) circuitry configured to determine if a configuration circuit is coupled to an HPD line of the multimedia sink device. In response to a determination that the configuration circuit is coupled to the HPD line, the HPD circuitry determines if the configuration circuit is associated with the adaptor cable. The HPD circuitry reads configuration data from the configuration circuit associated with the adaptor cable. The configuration data indicates the configuration circuit is resident in the cable adaptor and causes the multimedia sink device to increase a voltage level of a power supply voltage provided by the multimedia sink device to a multimedia source device via the adaptor cable.

Abstract: An electric cable with shielded connector includes a flexible electric wire, shielded connectors that are respectively attached on the flexible electric wire, and a shield cover that is provided to cover an outer side of the electric wire. The shield cover is constituted of two cylindrical shield covers made of a conductive metal plate. One end of each of the two cylindrical shield covers is respectively fixed on shield shells of the shield connectors on both ends of the electric wire. The other end of each of the two cylindrical shield covers is formed as a free end, and the free ends of the two cylindrical shield covers are abutted to each other or are lapped on each other.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include network cables that include a number of inter-integrated circuit communication addressable components in the connector heads. The inter-integrated circuit communication addressable components include signal translators and switches for communicating with environmental and electrical sensors, memories, and controllers in the connector heads and the computers or network interface cards to which they are coupled. Such embodiments allow for localized monitoring of environmental and operational data as well as location or server computer specific control of networked-server operations. Such information and control is useful in reducing the cost and increasing the efficiency of server farm installation cooling, maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting.

Abstract: A plurality of tools, such as blow dryers, multiple size curling irons, multiple size flatirons, clipper and trimmers include a substantially shortened electrical cord, with the cord terminating in a connector, such as a male connector. The system also includes a wall cord, having one end that plugs into a standard wall outlet, and another end that is the counterpart of the tool's connector, for example the corresponding female connector. Thus, the system includes a plurality of tools, and at least one wall cord, with the tools all individually capable of connection with the wall cord. The overall length of the tool's cord is desirably approximately 10 feet.

Abstract: At least one exemplary aspect comprises an apparatus comprising: (a) a plug component at a first end of a cord; (b) an outlet component at a second, opposite end of the cord; and (c) a gooseneck component that encloses at least a portion of the cord.

Abstract: Disclosed in the present disclosure is a data line, with two ends of the data line being provided with a first interface and a second interface respectively, and the first interface and the second interface being used for connecting to devices, wherein at least one end of the data line is provided with a first connection apparatus, with the first connection apparatus being connected to the other end of the data line or a second connection apparatus provided at the other end of the data line, so that the data line forms a circular shape by way of the connection of the first connection apparatus. By way of the present disclosure, the problem in the related art that is inconvenient to carry the data line is solved, so that the user experience is improved.

Abstract: A microwave ablation system incorporates a microwave thermometer that couples to a microwave transmission network connecting a microwave generator to a microwave applicator to measure noise temperature. The noise temperature is processed to separate out components the noise temperature including the noise temperature of the tissue being treated and the noise temperature of the microwave transmission network. The noise temperature may be measured by a radiometer while the microwave generator is generating the microwave signal or during a period when the microwave signal is turned off. The microwave ablation system may be configured as a modular system having one or more thermometry network modules that are connectable between a microwave applicator and a microwave generator. Alternatively, the modular system includes a microwave generator, a microwave applicator, and a microwave cable that incorporate a microwave thermometry network module.

Abstract: A connector cable stowage system for an accessory device for a handheld computing device is disclosed. The accessory device has a housing. The stowage system includes a connector cable that has a head with a connector and a cable. The connector is adapted for electrical connection to a handheld computing device. The cable is electrically connected to an accessory device. A head receptacle is molded in the housing of the accessory device. The head receptacle is configured to receive the head of the connector cable therein.

Abstract: A device that supplies electrical current to various outdoor locations via through-hole areas of building structures, such as window frames, door openings, etc. which includes a flatten portion with a male electrical outlet plug coupled to one end and one or more female electrical outlet(s) coupled to the other end. The male electrical outlet plug and/or the one or more female electrical outlet(s) can be coupled to the flattened portion by an electrical cord. The flattened portion includes two or more flat electrical conductors. A further embodiment is built into the structure of a window or the structure of a window frame and provides an interior accessible male electrical outlet plug (or electrical cord) and an accessible exterior female electrical outlet that are coupled together by wiring that extends through the window or window frame and optionally through a tube.

Abstract: A spoolable signal conduction and connection line for a downhole environment including a length of signal conduction and connection line suitable for the downhole environment; and one or more connectors depending from the line along a length of the line, the connectors capable of making a signal bearing connection for the downhole environment.

Abstract: A configurable cable for supporting an/or coupling a portable media device includes a main body with a first electrical connector on a terminal end thereof, a trunk extending from an opposing terminal end of the main body, and a second electrical connector formed on a terminal end of the trunk, wherein the second electrical connector is electrically coupled to the first electrical connector via wires running through a core of the trunk. Left and right legs extend from the opposing terminal end of the main body and on either side and substantially parallel to the trunk such that the body, trunk, and legs are disposed substantially in a plane in a first position of the configurable cable. The trunk and left and right legs are bendable from the first position into at least one of a plurality retained positions out of the plane.

Abstract: A power socket comprises a housing which is composed of an upper cover and a lower seat, equipped with a master wire and a plurality of sub-wires, a pair of seat bodies are formed on the upper cover, a plurality of fixing plates are disposed at the side of each seat body, the grooves formed between adjacent fixing plates and the seat body become fixing grooves; the same definition line of each sub-wire connects with the same definition line of an output of a circuit board, and a plurality of welding points are formed which are respectively inserted in the corresponding fixing grooves. The power socket has fast and quick installation and the arc electricity can be avoided effectively to ensure the safe and reliable use. The power socket is compacted in an integral structure and can be safely used to satisfy diversified needs.

Abstract: An electrocardiograph (ECG) adapter including an adapter body having a first end and a second end is presented. A monitor connector is positioned at the first end of the adapter body, the monitor connector adapted for coupling to an input of an ECG monitor. A first lead receptacle is positioned at the second end of the adapter body, the first lead receptacle configured to receive a first connector having a first pin configuration. A second lead receptacle is positioned at the second end of the adapter body, the second lead receptacle located adjacent the first lead receptacle and configured to receive a second connector having a second pin configuration different from the first pin configuration.

Abstract: An electrical system includes an electrical device mounted within an electrical enclosure. A electrical cable is coupled to an electrical junction of the electrical device via a cable lug, the cable lug having at least two lug holes. A lug pad attaches the cable lug to the electrical device and has at least two pad holes. Each of the pad holes is aligned with a respective one of the lug holes, and at least one of the lug holes and the pad holes is a slotted hole for permitting angular adjustable positioning of the cable lug relative to the lug pad.

Abstract: An electrical connection system to electrically connect an internal electrical device (2) positioned inside an animal's body with an external electrical device (3) positioned outside the animal's body. The system includes a cable (4) positioned at least partially inside the animal's body and enclosing at least one electrical wire. The cable (4) has at one end a first connector (5) to connect the at least one electrical wire with an external electrical device (3). The cable (4) has at its other end a second connector (1) placed inside the animal's body. The second connector (1) has connectors to allow an electrical connection between the at least one cable (4) and the internal electrical device (2). The second connector (1) includes additional connectors to allow a removable electrical connection between at least one electrical wire external to the cable (4) and the internal electrical device (2).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system, method, and apparatus for charging electronics with a universal serial bus (USB) charging cable connected to a USB port. The USB port is located entirely behind a wall having a wall outlet. The USB charging cable and its connectors can easily be retracted into the wall for storage or extended outside the wall to a USB powered device. A plurality of USB charging cables can be installed in one wall outlet, such as one USB charging cable having a Micro-USB plug and one USB charging cable having an Apple 30 pin connector. The wall outlet can also have an AC outlet as well, such that the wall outlet can charge most electronic devices sold in the market today. The wall outlet allows the user to charge USB powered devices even when the user does not have his USB cord with him.

Abstract: The invention is a self-managing cord or cable and method for managing a self-managing cord that includes one or more permanently formed spiral coils within one section of a cord and one or more non-coiled sections. The one or more non-coiled sections of the cord are inserted into the coiled section(s) in order to wrap, bind, manage, or otherwise organize the cord as a whole. To use the self-managing cord, the user wraps or winds the coiled portion(s) of the cord around the non-coiled portion(s) to form an organized and self-secured bundle.

Abstract: A cable connector includes four first male connectors of a first type, a second male connector of a second type, and four third male connectors of the first type. The first male connectors compose a first input/output terminal. The second male connector and the four third male connectors compose a second input/output terminal. Each first male connector is electrically connected to the second male connector and a corresponding third male connector.

Abstract: A terminal block has conductors extending from devices placed one over another placed on nuts (10) and fastened by a bolt. A heat sink (40) is arranged below the nuts and an insulating plate (20) is sandwiched in close contact with the nuts (10) and the heat sink (40). A molded resin part (60) covers these three members (10, 20 and 40). The insulating plate (20) includes nut accommodating portions (21) capable of accommodating the nuts (10) and bolt escaping recesses (26) projecting downward from a bottom plate (22) of the insulating plate (20). The heat sink (40) includes accommodation recesses (43) into which the bolt escaping recesses (26) fit. The molded resin part (60) is molded with the nuts (10) accommodated in the nut accommodating portions (21) and the accommodation recesses (43) and the bolt escaping recesses (26) fit to each other.

Abstract: A cable assembly including first and second header connectors. The first header connector has mating and loading sides and includes electrical contacts. The mating side is configured to mate with a first module connector. The second header connector has mating and loading sides and includes electrical contacts. The mating side of the second header connector is configured to mate with a second module connector. The cable assembly also has a cable bundle including communication cables that extend between the loading sides of the first and second header connectors and that connect the electrical contacts of the first and second header connectors. The cables are substantially twist-free between the first and second header connectors when the first and second header connectors face in substantially opposite directions and the first and second module connectors have an orthogonal relationship.

Abstract: A power cable or data cable system includes an integrated electrical connection adaptor configured to be mechanically coupled to the cable system when not in use. The adaptor is coupled to the cable system using clasping features formed in the body of the adaptor or a tethering element. Thus, the adaptor is conveniently located for use and cannot be lost. In some embodiments, the tethering element serves as a cable management system that enhances portability of the cable system by bundling loops of the cable system together.

Abstract: A shield for a portable electronic device includes a pouch with an opening sized to accommodate the portable device and a flap. The pouch includes shielding material inside the pouch and on the flap. When the flap is closed, the shielding material inside the pouch and the shielding material on the flap together substantially surround the device, thereby substantially preventing RF signals emitted by the device from leaving the shield, and further substantially preventing RF signals impinging on the shield from outside from reaching the device. When the flap is open, the shielding material inside the pouch and the shielding material on the flap leave a gap, thereby allowing RF signals emitted by the device to leave the shield, and further allowing RF signals impinging on the shield from outside to reach the device. The shield further includes a compartment for a charger and one or more power cord adapters.

Abstract: A power adapter cord for providing electrical power to an electronic item of merchandise from an external source of electrical power includes a cable containing at least one conductor and having a connector at one end configured to lock into a corresponding connector of a power input port provided on the item of merchandise. The connector and the corresponding connector define a mechanical and electrical connection having a connector extraction force greater than the connector extraction force of a standard connector of the same type. Accordingly, the connector prevents accidental or malicious removal of the connector from the power input port and/or discourages theft of the item of merchandise because the connector cannot be forcibly removed without damaging the corresponding connector and thereby rendering the item of merchandise inoperable. In exemplary embodiments, the connector is a modified micro-USB plug.

Abstract: An approach to cable management is presented. A bi-stable liquid crystal display that requires no power to maintain an image is attached to a communications cable. A bi-stable liquid crystal display may be attached to each end of the cable. The bi-stable liquid crystal displays may be built into the connectors. A display module connects to the bi-stable liquid crystal display and receives signals associated with a message about the communications cable. The display module causes messages to be shown on the bi-stable liquid crystal display in response to receiving the signal. The signal may be generated by a user with a hand held driver. The signal may also be generated automatically by computing devices (such as switches) that are attached to the communications cable. Users may easily determine information about the communications cable by looking at the messages on the bi-stable liquid crystal displays.

Abstract: Embodiments of a system, topology, and architecture for providing power and transceiving data to electronic devices having an interface are described generally herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: Connection cables for separable firing unit assemblies comprise a first mating connector at a first end and a second mating connector at a second, opposing end. A stripline cable electrically connects the first mating connector to the second mating connector. Separable firing unit assemblies comprise an initiation device. An electronics assembly is configured to transmit a firing pulse to the initiation device. One of a first mating connector and a second mating connector is coupled to the initiation device and the other of the first mating connector and the second mating connector is coupled to the electronics assembly. A second housing of the second mating connector is configured to receive a portion of a first housing of the first mating connector therein.

Abstract: A guest connection assembly for a surface having a grommet hole comprises an extension cord having a first end adapted to be interconnected to a source and a second end having at least one socket, the first end interconnected with the at least one socket by a cord. A grommet can be received on the cord and have an inner dimension greater than an outer dimension of the at least one socket and a grommet cap can be coupled with the extension cord and adapted to be selectively mounted to the grommet. When the first end of the cord is connected to the source and the grommet is mounted within the grommet hole, the at least one socket on the second end of the extension cord can be selectively exposed and positioned for use by removing the grommet cap from its mounting to the grommet.

Abstract: An audio test cable includes three types of audio input and output (I/O) ports. The input port and the output port in each type of audio I/O ports form a short circuit for carrying a loopback test for a motherboard. The audio test cable also includes a test audio jack which connects to the output port of all types of audio I/O ports for carrying out an audio-quality test for the motherboard.

Abstract: A patch cord including a connector attached to an end of an electrical cable. The connector includes a boot member that slides over a portion of a wire manager to actuate a retention arrangement of the connector. Certain types of retention arrangements are actuated by deflecting flexible tabs of the wire manager inwardly to bite into at least an outer jacket of the electrical cable.

Abstract: A power adapter cord for providing electrical power to an article of merchandise displayed on a merchandise display device includes a cable assembly containing at least one conductor and having a first connector at a first end for electrical connection to a power output port provided on the merchandise display device and a second connector at a second end for electrical connection to a directional power input port provided on the article of merchandise. The second connector includes a housing defining an internal compartment for a rotatable connector bobbin and a connector element secured to the connector bobbin such that the connector bobbin and the connector element are rotatable relative to the housing. A printed circuit board is mechanically connected to the connector element and is electrically connected between the connector element and the at least one conductor.

Abstract: A transfer plug assembly includes a first plug, first flexible link, second flexible link, and a second plug. A first end of each the first flexible link and the second flexible link are connected to two lateral sides of the first plug respectively. A second end of each the first flexible link and the second flexible link are connected to two lateral sides of the second plug respectively. The second plug serves to connect the first plug. Through the linking of the first and second flexible links, the second plug will hang around the first plug and is accessible nearby. The flexible linking of the first and second links will provide free movability between the first plug and the second plug.

Abstract: An interconnected heated patio stone and system are disclosed, the stone consisting of a durable, heat-transmitting upper layer, and an insulating lower layer, a heating cable running within the stone, and having two interconnections at the edge of the stone. The interconnection has a bracket to connect with the cable, a receptacle for joining electrically to a bridging connector, and an electrical linkage making an electrical connection available. Each stone is connected with another by a bridging connector, which contains an articulated wire, and has a basin and cap at each end for electrically joining, in a sealed manner, with the receptacle. The system consists of two or more stones interconnected using bridging connectors, the whole system also connected to a power source.

Abstract: A cable assembly includes a first header connector that includes a housing that holds a plurality of contacts. The housing of the first header connector has a first mating interface. The cable assembly also includes a second header connector having a housing that holds a plurality of contacts. The housing of the second header connector has a second mating interface facing in an opposite direction from the first mating interface. The first and second header connectors are identical to one another. A cable bundle has a plurality of cables extending between the first and second header connectors. The cables are connected between the contacts of the first header connector and corresponding contacts of the second header connector.

Abstract: An audio test cable includes three types of audio input and output (I/O) ports. The input port and the output port in each type of audio I/O ports form a short circuit for carrying a loopback test for a motherboard. The audio test cable also includes a test audio jack which connects to the output port of all types of audio I/O ports for carrying out an audio-quality test for the motherboard.

Abstract: A power strip comprising a housing, a plurality of female outlets on at least one surface of the housing, and a recessed connector, such as an IEC connector, on a surface of the housing, is disclosed. The recessed connector is wired within the housing to provide power to the plurality of female outlets. Preferably, the recessed connector is a male plug for connection to a power cord or wire harness.

Abstract: In the electronic device according to the present invention, a plurality of electronic components are connected to respective terminal blocks through respective signal cables, the signal cables each includes an end connected to a terminal of each of the electronic components, a connector attached to the other end of each of the signal cables is connected to each of the terminal blocks. the plurality of signal cables are bundled together at a deflection position distances to which from the terminals of the plurality of electronic components are different, the plurality of signal cables extend from the deflection position to corresponding terminal blocks, and the positions of the plurality of terminal blocks are shifted from each other in accordance with difference in lengths of the signal cables from the deflection position passing point to the connectors.