18490446. OPTIMIZED SHAFT FOR INTERLOCK MECHANISM simplified abstract (Eaton Intelligent Power Limited)

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OPTIMIZED SHAFT FOR INTERLOCK MECHANISM

Organization Name

Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

Inventor(s)

Erik Garcia Canseco of Ciudad Ixtapaluca (MX)

Elias Martinez Valerio of Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl (MX)

Alejandro Garcia Manzano of Tultitlán (MX)

Luis Manuel Alba Regalado of Mexico City (MX)

OPTIMIZED SHAFT FOR INTERLOCK MECHANISM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18490446 titled 'OPTIMIZED SHAFT FOR INTERLOCK MECHANISM

The abstract describes a receptacle with a housing and an interlock assembly for locking and unlocking a plug to the housing. The interlock assembly includes a main shaft, a spring, a locking bar, and a tab for rotating the main shaft between locked and unlocked positions.

  • The receptacle includes a housing with a port for receiving a plug.
  • An interlock assembly is provided for locking and unlocking the plug to the housing.
  • The interlock assembly includes a unitary main shaft with a contoured second end.
  • A spring engages the second end of the main shaft to apply a rotational biasing force.
  • The spring biases the main shaft toward a locked position where a locking bar attached to the first end of the main shaft locks the plug to the housing.
  • A tab attached to the first end of the main shaft rotates the main shaft between locked and unlocked positions.

Potential Applications: - Electrical outlets - Industrial connectors - Automotive charging stations

Problems Solved: - Secure locking mechanism for plugs - Prevent accidental disconnection - Ensure safety in electrical connections

Benefits: - Enhanced safety - Reliable connection - Easy to use

Commercial Applications: Title: Secure Locking Mechanism for Electrical Connections This technology can be used in various industries such as electronics, automotive, and industrial manufacturing to ensure secure and reliable electrical connections. The market implications include improved safety standards and increased efficiency in power distribution systems.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the spring in the interlock assembly contribute to the locking mechanism? The spring applies a rotational biasing force to the main shaft, ensuring the plug is securely locked in place. 2. What are the potential commercial applications of this receptacle technology? This technology can be applied in electrical outlets, industrial connectors, and automotive charging stations for secure and reliable electrical connections.


Original Abstract Submitted

A receptacle includes a housing having a port for receiving a plug. An interlock assembly is provided for locking and unlocking the plug to the housing and includes a unitary main shaft having a first end and a second end. The second end is contoured to extend radially from a longitudinal axis of the main shaft. A spring is coaxial with the longitudinal axis and is configured to engage the second end of the main shaft. The spring is configured to apply a rotational biasing force to the main shaft to bias the main shaft toward a locked position wherein a locking bar attached to the first end of the main shaft engages and locks the plug to the housing. A tab is attached to the first end of the main shaft and is configured to rotate the main shaft between the locked position and an unlocked position.

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