Abstract: An engaging device in a Mass-Interconnect, which provides an apparatus and method to change test adapters for testing applications. An engaging device of a Mass-Interconnect includes an interchangeable test adapter (ITA) and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism includes a plunger having a plunger head at a first end thereof, a leaflet insert disposed over the plunger, a sleeve disposed over the leaflet insert, an over-dead-center (ODC) link connected to the plunger at a second end thereof opposite to the first end, and a rotatable handle connected to the ODC link. The plunger, the leaflet insert, and the sleeve of the locking mechanism engage or disengage the ITA when a user rotates the rotatable handle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for adapting a wiring harness (1) for a motor-driven land vehicle in order to enable, without cut or splice, connecting said wiring harness to a computer system that is configured to be temporarily and removably mounted onboard a motor-driven land vehicle, said wiring harness comprising a first connector (4), which is provided with at least one socket (5), in which a plug is removably housed (3), said plug being arranged at one end of an electrical wire (2), and a second connector (7) which is provided with at least one pin (6), said second connector (7) being configured to be connected to an electronic control unit of the vehicle. The invention further relates to a wiring harness adapted according to such a method as well as to a motor-driven land vehicle provided with such a wiring harness.

Abstract: A docking connector having two pairs of opposing sides forming a frame and first means on a first pair of opposing sides for mounting a plurality of connector modules in a first direction in the frame and second means on a second pair of sides for mounting a plurality of modules of a second size in a second direction where the second direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

Abstract: A universal assembly for mass interconnect connection are shown and described. In one embodiment, an assembly includes an upper tier adapted to secure a vertical interconnect module on horizontal rails; and a lower tier having a horizontal carrier insert adapted to secure a horizontal interconnect module pulled-through said horizontal carrier insert, and a vertical module block insert adapted to secure a vertical interconnect module block. The result is an interconnect system and receiver for enhancing organizational and interchangeable electrical engagement.

Abstract: An inner conductor terminal (10) is made of a metal plate and includes tubular first terminal portion (11) and second terminal portion (12) each having an opening end. A bent portion (15) links the first and second terminal portions (11, 12) and covers the respective opening ends of the first and second terminal portions (11, 12) by facing the openings. A tab (13) projects from an end of the first terminal portion (11) opposite to the opening end, and a lead (14) projects from an end part of the second terminal portion (12) opposite from the opening end. The inner conductor terminal (10) includes two side panels (16) projecting from the second terminal portion (12) to be located at both sides of the bent portion (15) and covering a clearance between the bent portion (15), the first terminal portion (11) and the second terminal portion (12) from both sides.

Abstract: A mechanism (4) for securing a module (5) inserted into a module receiving frame (1) to the module receiving frame (1) and releasing the module (5) for removal from the module receiving frame (1), comprising a catch (6) arranged on the module (5) or the module receiving frame (1), which catch (6) may be moved to and fro between an open position and a locking position of the catch (6), and a spring (7) for preloading the catch (6) into one of the two positions, the open position or the locking position. The mechanism (4) further comprises a catch holder (11), which may be moved to and fro between a retaining position, in which it holds the catch (6) back against the preloading of the spring (7), and a release position, in which it does not hold the catch (6) back against the preloading of the spring (7).

Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to disablement of a connection between a battery and a connection module. In an embodiment, a connection between the battery and a connection module may be disabled if the connection module is drawing current from the battery or if a monitored signal transitions from a high logic level to the low logic level. The connection module is to draw the current or pull the signal down to a low logic level in response to one or more components related to the device becoming exposed or an enclosure related to the device being breached or opened.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly to be connected to a first control circuit includes a first connector including a switch unit, a second control circuit, and a first contact unit, and a second connector including a detecting circuit and a second contact unit. When connecting the first and second connectors, the connector assembly is disposed sequentially in first and second states. In the second state, where contact pads of the first and second contact units are in respective electrical contacts such that a loop is formed for a trigger signal to be transmitted to the detecting circuit for the latter to generate a detecting signal to the second control circuit, when the first control circuit generates a control signal, the second control circuit controls the switch unit to switch to a conducting state to transmit an electrical power signal to the first control circuit.

Abstract: In an organic light emitting diode display including a first pixel and a second pixel that are associated with respective different colors, each of the first and second pixels being for displaying its associated color, each of the first and second pixels includes: a first electrode; a second electrode facing the first electrode; and a light emitting member formed between the first electrode and the second electrode; wherein the light emitting member of the first pixel includes: at least two light-emitting elements for emitting light of the color associated with the first pixel; and a charge generation layer between the at least two light-emitting elements; and wherein the second pixel has fewer light-emitting elements than the first pixel.

Abstract: A method for automatically inserting connectors and coupling test probes to circuit boards, such as computer system boards and the like. The method is implemented via an apparatus that enables connectors to be automatically inserted into mating connectors on a circuit board device under test (DUT). Connectors may be automatically inserted along 1-4 axes. The apparatus includes replaceable probe/connector plates that are DUT-type specific, as well as DUT-type specific side access units. The apparatus may also be used for inserting memory devices and microprocessors, and further enables peripheral devices to be operatively coupled to expansion bus connectors on the DUT. In one embodiment, a single actuator is employed to actuate up to four insertion axes simultaneously.

Abstract: An apparatus for automatically inserting connectors and coupling test probes to circuit boards, such as computer system boards and the like. The apparatus enables connectors to be automatically inserted into mating connectors on a circuit board device under test (DUT). Connectors may be automatically inserted along 1-4 axes. The apparatus includes replaceable probe/connector plates that are DUT-type specific, as well as DUT-type specific side access units. The apparatus may also be used for inserting memory devices and microprocessors, and further enables peripheral devices to be operatively coupled to expansion bus connectors on the DUT. In one embodiment, a single actuator is employed to actuate up to four insertion axes simultaneously.

Abstract: A receiver designed to receive and engage an interchangeable test adapter (ITA) such that electrical contacts carried by the ITA and receiver are releasably engaged. The receiver includes sliding cam plates driven by a lever assembly and adjacent sliding hanger structures that are retractable. The sliding hanger structures are biased to extend forwardly, and are mounted within hanger slide retaining structures that define forward stops. When an ITA is to be engaged with the receiver, roller pins of the ITA are placed in the hangers such that they also extend into the adjacent sliding cam plates. When the user actuates the lever, the cam plates force the ITA to move inwardly, into engagement. The motion of the cam plates also forces the hanger structures to slide inwardly, such that they are flush with the face of the receiver.

Abstract: A device to be detachably attached to a mechanical substructure includes rails on opposed sides joined at the front by a cross member. A pair of guides mounted on the substructure slidably receives and retains the rails upon attachment of the device. An alignment pin extending from a rail mates with a hole in one of the guides to insure alignment of an electrical connector of the device with an electrical connector mounted on the substructure. The cross member includes screws for securing the cross member to the substructure. A spring extending from a rail makes electrical contact with an adjacent guide and an electrostatic discharge contact plate to discharge any existing static charge.

Abstract: A modular interface connection system having a receiver and a test adapter. The receiver includes a non-circular torsion shaft for providing improved strength and ease of assembly and a cover for providing safety. The test adapter has a frame, a shield, and one or more bushings, which provides easy access to contacts, patchcords and modules in the test adapter for troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance.

Abstract: A device to be detachably attached to a mechanical substructure includes rails on opposed sides joined at the front by a cross member. A pair of guides mounted on the substructure slidably receives and retains the rails upon attachment of the device. An alignment pin extending from a rail mates with a hole in one of the guides to insure alignment of an electrical connector of the device with an electrical connector mounted on the substructure. The cross member includes screws for securing the cross member to the substructure. A spring extending from a rail makes electrical contact with an adjacent guide and an electrostatic discharge contact plate to discharge any existing static charge.

Abstract: A modular interface connection system having a receiver and a test adapter. The receiver includes a non-circular torsion shaft for providing improved strength and ease of assembly and a cover for providing safety. The test adapter has a frame, a shield, and one or more bushings, which provides easy access to contacts, patchcords and modules in the test adapter for troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance.

Abstract: An elastic contact piece is formed from a front edge of a bottom portion forming a box-shaped body part. A contact portion extended from a side edge of the elastic contact piece faces a window hole formed on a side wall. In a stopper forming a lower edge of the window hole, a receiving portion is formed on a cut-off portion in such a manner that a lengthwise center portion of the cut-off portion tapers off inward. Because the contact portion is received by the receiving portion of the stopper, the elastic contact piece is prevented from deforming excessively. At this time, the contact portion is received in a wide range as far as a deep portion thereof by the receiving portion tapering off inward. Thus, the force acting on the contact portion can be dispersed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a receiving device for the component parts (4) connected directly with the circuit board (26), in particular electric assemblies. The weight of the electric assembly is carried by a supporting device (30) on contacting the circuit board. The connector (10) which is part of the electric assembly or one of its components is flexibly disposed with respect to the socket (34) of the circuit board, so that the production tolerances can be compensated without problem and a plug-in connection can be achieved between the connector and the socket without the weight of the electric component placing a load on the plug-in connection.

Abstract: A connecting block (20) which includes a plurality of protectors (30,30) to protect a plurality of incoming communications lines includes a rear panel (28) which is stationary with respect to a housing (25) of the connector block. Mounted in cavities (62, 62) of the rear panel is a mass of contact elements (40,40) arranged in rows and columns and each having a rearwardly extending portion which is connected to a conductor which extend from an associated protector and an opposite portion which extends toward a front panel (60). Mounted in cavities (62,62) of the front panel is a mass of trifurcated contact elements (70,70) each having a base portion (72) and a conductor receiving portion. In a disconnected position, the opposite portion of each contact element is aligned with and overlaps a base (72) of an associated trifurcated contact element with a hook-like portion (46) being spaced from the base of the associated trifurcated contact element by a web (96) of dielectric material in each cavity.