Electrical connectors – With coupling movement-actuating means or retaining means in... – Retaining means
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-28
2006-02-28
Zarroli, Michael C. (Department: 2839)
Electrical connectors
With coupling movement-actuating means or retaining means in...
Retaining means
C360S100100, C361S752000, C710S074000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07004780
ABSTRACT:
A computer peripheral device including a positioning mechanism for deploying and retracting a USB plug connector. The connector is retracted and locked into the housing while not in use. The housing provides protection from potential damage to the connector due to external contact. The positioning mechanism includes a handle that can be pressed down, slid along the housing surface, and locked into position to expose the plug connector when data transfer to and from the host is needed. The reverse motion will retract and secure the connector/PCBA to be locked completely inside the housing. The mechanism is engaged with features built in the housing to provide locking and unlocking functions. The engagement mechanism can be exposed or hidden from view. The mechanism can be mounted on top or side surfaces of the housing of the USB pen drive. Several design options are disclosed.
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Bever Patrick T.
Bever Hoffman & Harms LLP
Super Talent Electronics Inc.
Zarroli Michael C.
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