Electrical connectors – With contact preventer or retractable cover part – Movably mounted
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-07
2006-02-07
Ta, Tho D. (Department: 2833)
Electrical connectors
With contact preventer or retractable cover part
Movably mounted
C439S911000, C439S924200
Reexamination Certificate
active
06994572
ABSTRACT:
The invention provides an apparatus, system, and method for enabling the installation of an installable device configured with a required component in a receiving device. A component deactivated interlock obstructs the installation of the installable device when not configured with the required component. The invention makes use of an extendable and retractable plunger disposed upon the installable device, a stop barrier disposed upon the receiving device, and an actuator disposed upon the required component. The plunger normally extends beyond the installable device, and upon contacting the stop barrier of the receiving device obstructs the installation. Upon a physical connection of the required component with the installable device, the actuator retracts the plunger, thereby enabling the installation of the installable device.
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Baker Bruce E.
Crippen Martin Joseph
Kuchar Jr. Francis A.
Smith Peter Andrew
Trumbo Brian Alan
Kunzler & Associates
Ta Tho D.
Tsukerman Larisa
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