18604407. CONTACT CARRIER, METHOD OF PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER simplified abstract (TE Connectivity Solutions GmbH)
CONTACT CARRIER, METHOD OF PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER
Organization Name
TE Connectivity Solutions GmbH
Inventor(s)
Peter Baertsoen of Oostkamp (BE)
Frank Flittner of Bensheim (DE)
Dominik Klingler of Bensheim (DE)
CONTACT CARRIER, METHOD OF PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18604407 titled 'CONTACT CARRIER, METHOD OF PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING A CONTACT CARRIER
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a contact carrier with a contact element that can deflect elastically against a stopping section on the carrier body.
- The contact carrier includes a contact element and a molded carrier body.
- The contact element has a contact section for contacting another element and a stopping section that rests against the carrier body.
- The contact section can deflect elastically against the stopping section.
- The contact element is fixed at a fixing section on the carrier body.
- The stopping section is pre-tensioned against a resting section on the carrier body.
Potential Applications: 1. Electrical connectors 2. Circuit boards 3. Automotive components
Problems Solved: 1. Ensures reliable contact between elements 2. Prevents damage from excessive force 3. Improves overall durability of the contact carrier
Benefits: 1. Enhanced reliability in electrical connections 2. Increased lifespan of components 3. Improved performance in various applications
Commercial Applications: The technology could be used in various industries such as electronics, automotive, and telecommunications for improved connectivity and durability of components.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on contact elements in electrical connectors and circuit boards.
Frequently Updated Research: Research on materials and design improvements for contact elements in electronic components may be relevant to this technology.
Questions about Contact Carriers: 1. How does the elastic deflection of the contact section improve the functionality of the contact carrier? 2. What are the potential challenges in manufacturing contact carriers with these features?
Original Abstract Submitted
A contact carrier includes at least one contact element and a molded carrier body fixing the at least one contact element at a fixing section thereof, wherein the contact element comprises a contact section for contacting a mating contact element along a contacting direction, the contact section being elastically deflectable relative to the carrier body against the contacting direction, and a stopping section that rests in a pre-tensioned manner against a resting section on the carrier body. Further disclosed are a corresponding method and a corresponding apparatus.
