20240030642. Connector Assembly and Electronic Device Including the Same simplified abstract (Tyco Electronics AMP Korea Co., Ltd.)

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Connector Assembly and Electronic Device Including the Same

Organization Name

Tyco Electronics AMP Korea Co., Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Sung-Chul Kim of Gyeongsan-Si (KR)

Byung-Hee Cho of Gyeongsan-Si (KR)

Suk-Eun Jung of Gyeongsan-Si (KR)

Ki Deok Cheon of Gyeongsan-Si (KR)

Connector Assembly and Electronic Device Including the Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240030642 titled 'Connector Assembly and Electronic Device Including the Same

Simplified Explanation

The connector assembly described in the patent application consists of a body and an elastic terminal position assurance (TPA) member. The body has multiple contacts and a coupling groove that exposes some of these contacts. The TPA member includes a hinge portion and a latch, and its purpose is to indicate whether the contacts are in their designated positions. The hinge portion is attached to one end of the TPA member and is hinged with respect to the body, while the latch is formed in a way that allows the other end of the TPA member to engage with the coupling groove.

  • The connector assembly includes a body with multiple contacts and a TPA member.
  • The TPA member has a hinge portion and a latch.
  • The hinge portion is hinged to the body, while the latch engages with the coupling groove.
  • The TPA member indicates whether the contacts are in their designated positions.

Potential Applications:

  • Electrical connectors in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics.
  • Any application requiring secure and reliable connections.

Problems Solved:

  • Ensures that the contacts are properly seated in their designated positions.
  • Prevents accidental disconnection or misalignment of contacts.
  • Provides visual indication of contact positioning.

Benefits:

  • Improved reliability and durability of electrical connections.
  • Reduces the risk of electrical failures or malfunctions.
  • Simplifies the installation and maintenance of connectors.
  • Provides a visual indicator for quick and easy inspection of contact positioning.


Original Abstract Submitted

a connector assembly comprises a body and an elastic terminal position assurance (tpa) member. the body includes a plurality of contacts and defines a coupling groove exposing some of the plurality of contacts. the tpa member includes a hinge portion and a latch, and is adapted to indicate whether the plurality of contacts are sitting at designated positions. the hinge portion is hinged with respect to the body on one end of the tpa member. the latch is formed such that the other end of the tpa member engages with the coupling groove.

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