Hermaphroditic coupling

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2007-07-09

2009-06-23

Prasad, Chandrika (Department: 2839)

Electrical connectors

Adapted to cooperate with duplicate connector

Sequentially connected contacts, e.g., zipper type

Reexamination Certificate

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07549883

ABSTRACT:
A low-profile genderless connector uses interlocking tabs and spring levers to form a secure mechanical link with another identical genderless connector using rotational. engagement. Upon full engagement of two opposing yet identical connectors, electrical contacts on each connector complete multiple signal paths for ground, power, and signal communication in a preferred sequential order. In an alternative embodiment, the connectors rotationally engage to form a coupling having optical contacts. In yet another embodiment, the connectors rotationally engage to form a coupling to provide strictly mechanical or structural connectivity.

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