Multiple degrees of freedom connectors and adapters

Details Multiple degrees of freedom connectors and adapters Multiple degrees of freedom connectors and adapters

2007-06-13

2009-02-24

Leon, Edwin A. (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

Interrelated connectors relatively movable during use

Movement about axis

Reexamination Certificate

active

07494343

ABSTRACT:
Connector devices that provide multiple degrees of freedom of motion between a first connector head and additional connector heads and/or electronic devices are described. The multiple degrees of freedom of motion permit motion in one or both of two planes and, perhaps, rotation about an axis in a controlled and fixed manner. Such connector devices allow peripheral devices to be folded or rotated in close proximity to a hosting device. Connector devices that incorporate circuitry for implementing distribution/hub functionality are also described.

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