Microconnectors and non-powered microassembly therewith

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2005-08-02

2005-08-02

Gushi, Ross (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

With coupling movement-actuating means or retaining means in...

Retaining means

Reexamination Certificate

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06923669

ABSTRACT:
A MEMS microconnector including a compliant handle and a deflectable connection member. The compliant handle is configured to frictionally engage a manipulation probe. The deflectable connection member includes a first end coupled to the handle and a second end configured to deflect and thereby engage a receptacle in response to disengagement of the manipulation probe from the handle.

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