Programmable connector

Details Programmable connector Programmable connector

1987-08-06

1990-11-20

Tarcza, Thomas H.

Cryptography

Cryptanalysis

380 52, 310 71, 439189, 3642408, H04L 900

Patent

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049724703

ABSTRACT:
A configurable connector between two or more devices with at least one of the devices being capable of programming the connector through an interface therewith. The connector contains programmable electronic circuitry capable of being instructed by the device whereby the connector assumes a desired connecting configuration and/or function. In one embodiment the connector is programmed to inquire and determine the configuration of the device to which it is connected. With the results of its analysis the connector adapts the necessary timing, pin-outs, voltages, and other parameters to assure proper communication between the connected devices. In other embodiments the connector contains electronic components to add specific functions for data exchange, such as data buffering, data encryption and the like. In addition, the connector is programmable with interchangeable pin designations thereby obviating the need for rewiring for different applications and physical connections.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4509113 (1985-04-01), Heath
patent: 4689023 (1987-08-01), Strong et al.
patent: 4691350 (1987-09-01), Kleijne et al.
patent: 4691355 (1987-09-01), Wirstrom et al.
patent: 4694492 (1987-09-01), Wirstrom et al.

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