DEVICE FOR DISCONNECTING AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT

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DEVICE FOR DISCONNECTING AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18559717 titled 'DEVICE FOR DISCONNECTING AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT

The device described in the patent application consists of a contact mechanism (or switch), an actuation knob, and a housing. The contact mechanism includes an actuating mechanism, a first conductor, a second conductor, and a moveable contact that can be moved between a closed position (allowing current conduction) and an open position (blocking current conduction). The actuation knob has a cam portion on one side that engages with the actuating mechanism, a user engagement portion on the opposite side, and is designed to drive the actuating mechanism upon rotation.

The device includes a contact mechanism with a moveable contact for controlling current conduction.
The actuation knob features a cam portion that directly engages with the actuating mechanism.
The housing encloses both the contact mechanism and the actuation knob.

Potential Applications: - This device could be used in various electrical systems where controlled current conduction is necessary. - It could be integrated into appliances, machinery, or electronic devices that require a switch mechanism.

Problems Solved: - Provides a reliable and efficient way to control current conduction. - Offers a user-friendly interface for activating the switch mechanism.

Benefits: - Improved control over current flow in electrical systems. - Easy to use and operate for users.

Commercial Applications: - This technology could be valuable in the manufacturing of electronic devices, appliances, and industrial machinery where precise current control is essential.

Prior Art: - Prior art related to this technology may include patents or publications on switch mechanisms and contact mechanisms in electrical devices.

Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in switch technology and contact mechanisms in the field of electronics.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the actuation knob drive the actuating mechanism in the contact mechanism? 2. What are the potential industrial applications of this device in electrical systems?

Original Abstract Submitted

A device comprising: a contact mechanism (or switch); an actuation knob; and a housing. The contact mechanism (or switch) comprises: an actuating mechanism; a first conductor; a second conductor; and a moveable contact moveable, by the actuating mechanism, between a first, closed, position in which a current conduc-tion path is defined through the first, second and moveable conductors of the contact mechanism and a second, open, position in which no current conduction path is defined. The actuation knob (or knob) comprises: a first side configured to drive the actuating mechanism upon rotation of the actuation knob, the first side comprising a cam portion which directly engages with the actuating mechanism; a second side opposite the first side; and an engagement portion protruding from the second side and configured for engagement by a user. The housing encloses both the contact mechanism and the first side of the knob.