20240019061. Female Connector and Connector Assembly Comprising Same simplified abstract (ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.)
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Female Connector and Connector Assembly Comprising Same
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Female Connector and Connector Assembly Comprising Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240019061 titled 'Female Connector and Connector Assembly Comprising Same
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure describes a female connector that is designed to receive and secure a male connector. The female connector includes a housing and an indicating slider. The housing has a channel that extends in an axial direction and an opening that also extends in the axial direction. The indicating slider is connected to the housing and can slide in the axial direction. It extends from the opening into the channel of the housing and is capable of sliding under the push of a retaining flange of the male connector when the male connector is inserted through the channel. The indicating slider reaches an indicating position when the male connector is securely in place in the female connector.
- The female connector is designed to receive and secure a male connector.
- It includes a housing with a channel and an opening in the axial direction.
- An indicating slider is connected to the housing and can slide in the axial direction.
- The indicating slider extends from the opening into the channel of the housing.
- It can slide under the push of a retaining flange of the male connector.
- The indicating slider reaches an indicating position when the male connector is securely in place.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Electrical connectors
- Automotive connectors
- Aerospace connectors
- Industrial connectors
Problems solved by this technology:
- Ensures secure connection between male and female connectors
- Provides visual indication of a secure connection
Benefits of this technology:
- Prevents accidental disconnection
- Easy to use and visually confirm connection status
- Reduces the risk of damage to connected devices
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure provides a female connector for receiving and being secured with a male connector. the female connector comprises a housing and an indicating slider. the housing defines therein a channel extending in an axial direction and is provided with an opening extending in the axial direction. the indicating slider is slidably connected to the housing and configured to be slidable in the axial direction. the indicating slider extends from the opening into the channel of the housing, and is configured to be capable of sliding under the push of a retaining flange of the male connector when the female connector receives the male connector through the channel, and to reach an indicating position when the male connector is secured in place in the female connector.
