Electrical connectors – Interrelated connectors relatively movable during use – Universal movement
Reexamination Certificate
2008-07-01
2008-07-01
Gushi, Ross N (Department: 2833)
Electrical connectors
Interrelated connectors relatively movable during use
Universal movement
C439S009000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07393212
ABSTRACT:
A rotating power receptacle for an electronic device is provided. The power receptacle includes a socket, coupled to a circuit board, and providing power to an electronic device. The power receptacle also includes a post connector that is in rotating contact with the socket. The power receptacle further includes a flexible ground spring, coupled to the circuit board; the flexible ground spring extending adjacent to the post connector and providing a ground connection for the electronic device. The power receptacle also includes a rotating member that is positioned in an opening in a housing of the electronic device. The rotating member has an opening through which a power supply connector is enabled to connect to the post connector and the flexible ground spring to provide a rotating power connection for the electronic device.
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Gushi Ross N
Hewlett--Packard Development Company, L.P.
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