Electrical connectors – Convertible by internal change to selectively cooperate with... – Coupling part
Reexamination Certificate
2005-02-08
2005-02-08
Gushi, Ross (Department: 2833)
Electrical connectors
Convertible by internal change to selectively cooperate with...
Coupling part
Reexamination Certificate
active
06851960
ABSTRACT:
An AC adapter connector assembly is provided. The connector assembly includes both a connector plug and a socket. The connector plug includes a connector housing having a first body and a second body both extending from the connector housing. The second body is offset and in alignment with the first body. A first pin aperture and a third pin aperture are disposed within the first body while a second pin aperture is disposed within the second body. The socket assembly includes a socket housing having a first aperture and a second aperture offset from the first aperture. A first pin and a third pin are disposed within the first aperture and a second pin is disposed within the second aperture. The connector plug assembly is operable to couple with the socket assembly in a specific orientation and support both a three wire power cord and a two wire power cord.
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Bain William O.
Muenzer Christopher H.
Baker & Botts L.L.P.
Dell Products L.P.
Gushi Ross
Nguyen Phuongchi
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