Electrical connectors – With guiding means for mating of coupling part
Reexamination Certificate
2007-11-13
2007-11-13
Ta, Tho D. (Department: 2833)
Electrical connectors
With guiding means for mating of coupling part
C439S310000, C439S247000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11684986
ABSTRACT:
A connecting assembly with main and secondary connectors is disclosed herein. The connecting assembly comprises: a main connector provided with a secondary connector for operably engaging and disengaging the main connector. The secondary connector is provided with a first connecting part, electrically coupled to the main connector and a second connecting part, provided on a substantially fixed support. The first connecting part is provided in association with a guiding mechanism, so that it can move along the guiding mechanism to engage and disengage with the second connecting part. In an embodiment the second connecting part is provided with a floating mechanism to align its position with respect to the first connecting part during engagement. The connecting assembly can be disengaged by disconnecting the secondary connector by pulling a cable associated with the main connector.
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General Electric Co.
Ta Tho D.
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