Latch assembly

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1978-06-12

1981-01-20

Goldberg, Howard N.

Geometrical instruments

339128, H01R 1362

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042458790

ABSTRACT:
An improved latch assembly adapted particularly for use in the electronics or communications industry to retain a plug member in electrical engagement with a receptacle and prevent relative movement therebetween in a latching direction. The latch assembly includes a first latch member adapted for limited movement in a direction generally parallel to the latching direction between first and second positions and for limited movement in a direction generally perpendicular to the latching direction between engaged and disengaged positions. The latch assembly further includes a spring member for biasing the first latch member toward an engaged position, a stop member for limiting the movement of the first latch member in a direction opposite the latching direction and a guide member for causing movement of and guiding the first latch member toward its second position during movement of the latch member toward its disengaged position.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3639950 (1972-02-01), Lutz
patent: 3722927 (1973-03-01), Miska
patent: 3867000 (1975-02-01), Michalak
patent: 4008940 (1977-02-01), Foley

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