Zero insertion force connector assembly

Details Zero insertion force connector assembly Zero insertion force connector assembly

1974-04-23

1976-08-31

Lake, Roy

Geometrical instruments

339258T, 339 66M, H01R 1354

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039777480

ABSTRACT:
A zero insertion force connector assembly includes a pair of connector housings each including an array of terminals. As the housings are initially moved together, the terminals are not in engagement and zero insertion force is provided. The housings are subsequently moved transversely with respect to one another in order to close individual pairs of terminals. Each terminal includes a contact blade parallel to the contact blade of another terminal, and the blades are disposed at a forty-five degree angle relative to the direction of transverse housing movement. One blade of each contact pair is supported along one of its edges to provide for a twisting action and reliable electrical contact as the blades are engaged. Transverse movement of the housings is effected by an actuator member mounted on one housing by an integral hinge and movable to a latched position wherein it forces the other housing member to a transverse position thereby closing each of the individual pairs of contacts.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3145067 (1964-08-01), Mishelevich
patent: 3315212 (1967-04-01), Peterson
patent: 3430183 (1969-02-01), Feeser
patent: 3693139 (1972-09-01), Assmus
patent: 3763459 (1973-10-01), Millis
patent: 3793612 (1974-02-01), Driscoll

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