Abstract: A supporting device of a socket is located around a socket for supporting the electronic device and the transmission wire. When the plug located at the end of the transmission wire of the electronic device is plugged into the socket to connect with a power source or transmit data via the Internet, the supporting device of the present invention supports the electronic device to prevent the transmission wire and the plug from being pulled and dragged due to the electronic device being far away from the socket. The problem of the electronic device being damaged due to the electronic device being pulled and dragged is also overcome. The electronic device is protected and continues operating so that it can connect with a power source or transmit data via the Internet.

Abstract: A device for connecting and supporting fixtures, such as electrical fixtures, includes a male plug, a mating female socket and a releasable spindle assembly for both holding the plug in the socket and mechanically mounting the fixture on a supporting surface or an electrical box. The plug is provided with concentric, ring shaped male connectors that are matingly received within similarly shaped female recesses in the socket to create electrical connections and also allow the fixture to be rotated to any of a plurality or mounting orientations. The releasable spindle assembly is controlled by the actuation of a push rod operated by a tool or user's finger.

Abstract: The present invention provides a slantwise connecting base for being connected to a control box having a first connection port. The slantwise connecting base includes a baseplate, a first circuit board and a second circuit board fixed to the baseplate. The baseplate has at least a slanting platform disposed thereon at a slant angle, and the slanting platform is used for disposing the first circuit board to be thereon. Moreover, the first circuit board has a second connection port corresponding to the first connection port, and the second connection port is used for being electrically connected to the control box. The second circuit board has an electrical connection portion for being electrically connected to the first circuit board, thereby allowing the second circuit board and the second connection port to be electrically connected to each other. Thus, the slantwise connecting base provides a means for the control box to be slantwise plugged therein.

Abstract: A conversion connector supports a suspended lamp, and which can threadily engage within the socket of a recessed lighting fixture, provides for an instant conversion of a recessed light or ceiling socket to a hanging lamp, for installation within any facility. The single male conversion connector has a threaded sleeve located axially upon an insulator. The insulator electrically connects to the wires of a hanging lamp. The insulator fits securely within a base fastened to a housing where the threaded sleeve extends outwardly from the housing for turning into a recessed light fixture, generally an incandescent light socket. The connector provides a housing that orients the connector upwardly for installation. Such a connector can be easily removed by unthreading the sleeve from the socket and the lamp can be replaced with another, or a different reflector, or shade, to add to the uses and displays associated with a variety of suspended and hanging lamps.

Abstract: A supporting device of a socket is located around a socket for supporting the electronic device and the transmission wire. When the plug located at the end of the transmission wire of the electronic device is plugged into the socket to connect with a power source or transmit data via the Internet, the supporting device of the present invention supports the electronic device to prevent the transmission wire and the plug from being pulled and dragged due to the electronic device being far away from the socket. The problem of the electronic device being damaged due to the electronic device being pulled and dragged is also overcome. The electronic device is protected and continues operating so that it can connect with a power source or transmit data via the Internet.

Abstract: A charger unit for an electronic device that includes a housing, a plurality of charging contacts provided on the housing, and a recess provided in the housing, preferably on a rear face thereof. A plug having a plurality of prongs may be selectively attached to and detached from the housing for electrically connecting the charger unit to a source of charging current. When attached to the housing, one or more of the prongs of the plug are electrically connected to a respective one of the charging contacts. In addition, a plurality of storage sockets are provided in the housing within the recess. Each of the storage sockets are adapted to receive and hold therein a respective one of the prongs of the plug to enable the plug to be safely and securely stored when not in use.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus is provided with a case, a module contained in the case and including a first hole portion and a connector, a cable connected electrically to the connector, a fixture which is inserted in the first hole portion and fixes the module in the case, and a cover which covers the connector, includes a second hole portion communicating with the first hole portion, and is fixed in combination with the module by the fixture.

Abstract: An electric mains-connection device for an electric hand-held power tool equipped with an electric motor (M), in particular for an angle grinder, has mains-connection terminals for a mains-connection cable, and with an anti-interference capacitor; it is designed as a mains-connection module that can be actuated externally, includes mains terminals, houses the anti-interference capacitor, and out of which an electric cable extends, which serves to connect motor electronics and a motor switch in an interface-free manner. An electric device for an electric hand-held power tool equipped with an electric motor, in particular for an angle grinder, includes the electric mains-connection device.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, an electronic apparatus is provided with a case, a module contained in the case and including a first hole portion and a connector, a cable connected electrically to the connector, a fixture which is inserted in the first hole portion and fixes the module in the case, and a cover which covers the connector, includes a second hole portion communicating with the first hole portion, and is fixed in combination with the module by the fixture.

Abstract: A connector is provided for coupling a computer peripheral device with a RJ11 or RJ45 data communication socket. The computer peripheral device has a rectangular recess. The connector includes an elongated main body including a first terminal and a second terminal. The first terminal has a shape mating with the data communication socket. The second terminal has a shape mating with the rectangular recess of the computer peripheral device. As a consequence, the computer peripheral device is attached onto the notebook computer in a cost-effective manner.

Abstract: A multiple-in-one retaining seat comprises a retaining seat; two lateral front sides of the retaining seat being installed with two frames; a lower side of the center of the retaining seat being installed with a receptacle for receiving the personal digital assistant; an interface cartridge inserted in the retaining seat for transferring received signal to the personal digital assistant through the retaining seat; a circuit board installed in an embedding groove at an upper end of the backside of the retaining seat; the circuit board being connected to a slot seat; a lateral side of the embedding groove being protruded with a mask for receiving a speaker; the speaker being electrically connected to the circuit board for providing a hand free function; a slot being formed in the slot seat for receiving the interface cartridge; and two guide posts are installed on the retaining seat for positioning the interface cartridge.

Abstract: A charger having an adjustable connector accommodates a plurality of electronic devices having different form factors. In one embodiment, the charger includes at least one pocket for receiving an electronic device, like a cellular telephone. Within the pocket, an electronic connector capable of supplying power to the electronic device is mounted atop an optionally detachable adjustable connector support member. The adjustable connector support module has cantilever arms that have protrusions disposed thereon. The cantilever arms are preloaded against adjustment tracks that include a series of ratchet grooves. By applying a lateral force against the adjustable connector support module, the connector may be moved laterally from a first position to a second position. Where the adjustable connector support module is detachable from the charger, the adjustable connector support module may be coupled to a connector base member by way of snap features that engage travel rails on the connector support member.

Abstract: Cellular telephone mounting unit for a vehicular battery charger that supports and retains a cellular telephone onto a vehicle battery charger while the cellular telephone battery is charging. One variation of the mounting unit includes a semi-circular member having an arcuate surface, and a curved perimeter. The member including a notched portion formed in the arcuate surface so that a detachable attachment on the cellular telephone can be docked therein. The detachable attachment piece includes a supporting member and a fastening member. The fastening member including a head and a body rotatably connected thereto to allow the cellular telephone to pivot in the mounting unit.

Abstract: A mobile phone charger includes a connector having a connection tip formed on a first distal end of the connector and adapted for electrical connection with an onboard cigarette lighter socket and multiple adjusting holes defined in a second distal end opposite to the first distal end of the connector, a body pivotally connected to the second distal end of the connector a power wire electrically connected to the connector and extending out of the body for connection with the mobile phone. The body having a boss selectively extending out of the body to be received in a corresponding one of the adjusting holes to secure engagement between the connector and the body.

Abstract: A connector assembly is provided for use with a handheld computing system. The connector assembly includes a first connector including a plurality of contact elements. The first connector is adapted to reside on a handheld computer. A first coupling structure resides on the handheld computer and includes a first aperture. A second connector includes a second plurality of contact elements. The second connector is configured to reside on a cradle for a portable computer and is matable to the first connector. A latch member is configured to extend from the cradle into the first aperture to couple the cradle to the handheld computer. The latch member may bias to engage the first aperture. The latch member is positioned relative to the first connector and the second connector to create a moment that directs at least a portion of the handheld computer towards remaining on the cradle.

Abstract: A connector assembly is provided for use with a handheld computing system. The connector assembly includes a first connector including a plurality of contact elements. The first connector is adapted to reside on a handheld computer. A first coupling structure resides on the handheld computer and includes a first aperture. A second connector includes a second plurality of contact elements. The second connector is configured to reside on a cradle for a portable computer and is matable to the first connector. A latch member is configured to extend from the cradle into the first aperture to couple the cradle to the handheld computer. The latch member may bias to engage the first aperture. The latch member is positioned relative to the first connector and the second connector to create a moment that directs at least a portion of the handheld computer towards remaining on the cradle.

Abstract: A personal care device support for supporting and powering a personal care deivce such as a hair dryer. A hair dryer support which removably connects to an electrical outlet to support a hair dryer comprising a base having a first opening and a second opening wherein the second opening is positioned below the first opening. The base further includes a beveled portion connecting the first opening to the second opening. The support further includes an extension attached to the base wherein the extension positions the base away from the electrical outlet. A plug is positioned within the extension opposite the base wherein the plug connects with the hair dryer and connects with the power source to power the hair dryer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a connector between lamp rod and lamp base, comprising a lamp base coupled to one side of a wire connection box, and a lamp rod inserted into the lamp base; wherein the lamp base is fixed to the wire connection box and a through hole at their corresponsive position by screw bolts, and the lamp base further comprises a passing section for latching the lamp rod, and the upper and lower end of the stairway-like edge of the lamp base respectively have a pair of symmetric locking holes; wherein an insertion base for inserting the connector on the locking hole is disposed at a position proximate to the end of the lamp base; and the bolt passes through a latching bracket and a spring located at upper section of the latching bracket in order and through the locking hole proximate to the front end of the lamp base, such that the lamp rod can be inserted and pressed against the position next to the insertion base of the lamp base, and after the lamp rod is inserted, a blocking dent at t

Abstract: The present invention relates to a connector between lamp rod and lamp base, comprising a lamp base coupled to one side of a wire connection box, and a lamp rod inserted into the lamp base; wherein the lamp base is fixed to the wire connection box and a through hole at their corresponsive position by screw bolts, and the lamp base further comprises a passing section for latching the lamp rod, and the upper and lower end of the stairway-like edge of the lamp base respectively have a pair of symmetric locking holes; wherein an insertion base for inserting the connector on the locking hole is disposed at a position proximate to the end of the lamp base; and the bolt passes through a latching bracket and a spring located at upper section of the latching bracket in order and through the locking hole proximate to the front end of the lamp base, such that the lamp rod can be inserted and pressed against the position next to the insertion base of the lamp base, and after the lamp rod is inserted, a blocking dent at t

Abstract: A modular stackable hub system that includes at least one stackable hub for communicating any combination of a multiplicity of electrical signals, for example, ISDN modems, port replication, USB to Ethernet, Ethernet switching, direct current, alternating current, routers, KVM switches, cable modem, firewire, DVD drives, CDRW drives, and USB. The stackable hub would include at least one upstream port and at least one downstream port for releasable mounting to other components in the stackable component system, and may include at least one external port and/or at least one bay for receiving a removable module. The upstream port would communicate upstream electrical signals, which may be any combination of the electrical signals, for example, the aforementioned electrical signals, with an upstream component, and may pass these electrical signals on to the downstream port, where a separate downstream component may be connected, and/or the external port.

Abstract: A connector assembly is provided for use with a handheld computing system. The connector assembly includes a first connector including a plurality of contact elements. A second connector resides on a cradle and includes a plurality of contact elements that mate with the contact elements on the handheld computer. A coupling structure is configured to extend from the cradle and to couple to the handheld computer. The coupling structure causes a portion of the handheld computer to bias into the cradle so as to direct the first connector to remain in contact with the second connector.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-angle placement rack of a personal digital assistant for use in an automobile and, more particularly, to a multi-angle placement rack capable of matching a personal digital assistant with various brands and kinds of automobiles to facilitate use. The present invention comprises a placement seat, a first main body, and a second main body. The placement seat is capable of rotating and adjusting various angles of elevation. A PDA can be placed on the placement seat, which can be replaced to match different kinds of PDAs. The bottom of the placement seat joins the first main body. The first main body extends to the second main body, which can be plugged into a lighter hole of an automobile, thereby charging the PDA. The second main body is retractable to match different depths of lighter holes in various brands and kinds of automobiles.

Abstract: A connector assembly is provided for use with a handheld computing system. The connector assembly includes a first connector including a plurality of contact elements. A second connector resides on a cradle and includes a plurality of contact elements that mate with the contact elements on the handheld computer. A coupling structure is configured to extend from the cradle and to couple to the handheld computer. The coupling structure causes a portion of the handheld computer to bias into the cradle so as to direct the first connector to remain in contact with the second connector.

Abstract: A self-biasing spindle motor connector (such as 200) for a disc drive (such as 100) is disclosed. The spindle motor connector (such as 200) includes a body portion (such as 202) and a plurality of alloy contacts (such as 204) extending away from the body portion. The connector may comprise a crush rib (such as 206) extending from at least one side of the body portion and making contact with a vertical wall (such as locating edge 208) of a base plate (such as 102) of the disc drive. The crush rib ensures that the connector is properly biased to a reference edge and Solo situated in relation to the base plate and the disc drive printed circuit board. An x-y control boss (such as 212) prevents the connector from moving in the x-y directions while the crush rib prevents the connector from rotational movement. The connector may also include a rotational boss (such as 216) that is inserted into a rotational control hole of the base plate to prevent rotational movement of the connector.

Abstract: In an improved structure for a connector of a cigarette lighting device of cars, a lateral end of an electrically conductive elastic plate projecting slightly from an outer peripheral side of a jack is provided with a vertically depressed slide groove, which is provided with a recessed or bulging oblique face in a suitable position. A rear end of a housing of the jack is provided with annular threads. The slide groove is insertably provided with a push block that matches a bottom side of a groove hole of the slide groove and that is capable of filling a depression of the slide groove. The push block has a flange or recessed groove at a rear end. The threads at the rear end of the housing of the jack threadedly engage a turning nut. The turning nut has a front end provided with a recessed groove or a flange for inter-engagement with the flange or recessed groove of the push block. The housing of the jack is inserted into an insert hole of the cigarette lighting device of a car.

Abstract: A display case is provided having vertical members with internal conductors. The conductors are coupled to a source of low voltage electrical power such that adjacent vertical members are of differing electrical polarity. Shelf supports are designed to make electrical contact with the internal conductors when engaged in a vertical member. A light fixture, disposed on the underside of a shelf is electrically coupled to the shelf supports thereby completing an electrical circuit for energizing the light fixture.

Abstract: An automobile charging unit for a pager including an adapter portion dimensioned for being received within a standard cigarette lighter socket of a vehicle. The adapter portion has contacts thereon for mating with charging contacts within the cigarette lighter socket. A flexible neck portion extends outwardly from an outer end of the adapter portion. A pivot ball joint is secured to an outer free end of the flexible neck portion. A pager housing is provided that is dimensioned for receiving a pager therein. The pager housing has a charging contact therein in communication with the contacts of the adapter portion. The charging contact aligns with a charging contact of the pager when positioned within the pager housing. The pager housing includes a back wall secured to the pivot ball joint.

Abstract: A ceiling socket for ceiling lights includes a socket 25 and of a support piece 5, which is accommodated therein and has electrical clamping contacts. The support piece 5 is assigned a pivotably articulated suspension hook 6 which, in its use position, is folded out, pointing away from the ceiling, and, in its non-use position, is arranged with its suspension portion 14 parallel to the surface of the support piece 5. The suspension hook 6 has an anchoring piece 7 which is displaceably mounted in a guide 26 assigned to a fastening piece 27. In its non-use position, the anchoring piece 7 of the suspension hook 6 is arranged eccentrically in relation to the suspension position, which is arranged substantially centrically relative to the ceiling socket 1.

Abstract: The present invention includes an apparatus for supporting a device in a computer comprising a base, preferably juxtaposed to a connector, and a ledge extending from the base section. The base preferably defines a channel to fit the apparatus to the connector. The channel can be defined by arms that are included in the base. At least one support strut extends between the base and the ledge. A disk drive is supported by the apparatus. The disk drive is seated against the ledge to provide support and to attenuate vibrations caused by the rotating disk. Preferably, the apparatus is seated against a motherboard so that the connector does not bear the weight of the disk drive. One modification of the present invention integrates the connector and the apparatus.

Abstract: An in-car used mobile phone fixing seat assembly to which other electrical appliances are addible, including an electrically conductive flexible supporting member and a mobile phone fixing seat. One end of the supporting member is connected with a cigarette lighter plug for inserting into a lighter socket of the car. The other end of the supporting member is disposed with a connecting section for engaging with the fixing seat. The fixing seat has a receptacle for receiving and powering on a mobile phone and peripheral electrical equipments. The position and angle of the fixing seat can be freely adjusted according to a user's requirements.

Abstract: There is provided an improved electrical connector assembly and method for directly mounting electrical components, such as a rearview mirror and light assembly on a glass surface in a manner which provides electrical power to the rearview mirror and light assembly. A retaining button is provided for removably mounting a rearview mirror assembly thereon. The button has a cutout portion, preferably, arranged to receive electrical contact terminals therein. The terminals are also electrically connected by a pair of conductive strips formed in the glass pane to an external source and also to terminals of the rearview mirror and light assembly.

Abstract: Apparatus for distributing electic current, especially in a low voltage track lighting system includes: (i) a cable in the form of a rigid rod having coaxial conductors and male and female couplings at its opposite ends allowing the cable rod to be connected end-to-end with other similar cable rods, and the inner conductor having a spring loaded contact at one end; (ii) a coupling unit which may be used to connect rotatably one cable rod to another cable rod or an appliance, the unit having relatively rotatable housing parts defining respective male couplings at the opposite ends of the unit, and contacts arranged to project axially at the opposite ends, the contacts being connected by a flexible braided conductor and urged apart by a coil spring; and (iii) a coupling including a track with a channel having a connector carried by an inner wall and side walls with inturned flanges, a connector (which may be a cable rod or coupling unit) with a screw threaded end through which a contact projects, and a nut whic

Abstract: A substantially rectangular modular jack connecting block suitable for use in the connection or mounting of terminal equipment using modular plugs, i.e., wall phones and the like, and including frame portions, cover portions and add-on portions which transform the modular jack connecting block to other types of connecting devices suitable for a variety of other connecting applications is presented.

Abstract: A connector arrangement for an electronic controller includes a plurality of insulation displacement terminals. The connector has a body portion and cover portion. The cover portion includes tabs which will force a wire onto the insulation displacement terminal so that electrical connectors are made. In one embodiment, the connector is connected to a standard phone cable which, in turn, terminates in a modular phone plug.

Abstract: Apparatus is disclosed for releaseably and mechanically attaching an electric-motor-driven device (22), such as a ceiling fan, to an overhead support, such as a ceiling (10).

Abstract: A lantern battery substitute, comprises an upper assembly including an approximately square upper plate with rounded corners and four edges and having a resilient snap latch situated at approximately the center of the upper plate projecting downward normal to the plane of the upper plate. Four battery retaining legs project downward, one at approximately a center of each of the four edges. The legs are wide enough and situated at a suitable distance from one another so that a standard D-sized battery cell will not readily pass between any two legs situated on adjacent edges. A lower assembly includes a lower plate which is parallel to the upper plate and a base for supporting the lower plate. The base has depth adequate to cause the battery pack to have an overall height approximating that of a lantern size battery. A latch receiving aperture is situated on the lower plate, for receiving and engaging the snap latch for securing the upper and lower assemblies together.

Abstract: A connector mechanism for linking the ends of successive fluorescent fixtures includes a pair of plates defining the ends of the fixtures, one said plate including a projecting hook portion which extends through the other said plate. The hook poriton includes a cam surface inclined toward the first plate, the second plate including a slide having a locking shoulder positioned to engage the cam surface. A threaded connection to the slide enables the slide to be drawn along the cam surface and accordingly to clamp the end plates tightly against each other.