18570227. TERMINAL FITTING AND CHAIN TERMINAL simplified abstract (AutoNetworks Technologies, Ltd.)
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TERMINAL FITTING AND CHAIN TERMINAL
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AutoNetworks Technologies, Ltd.
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TERMINAL FITTING AND CHAIN TERMINAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18570227 titled 'TERMINAL FITTING AND CHAIN TERMINAL
The patent application aims to provide a terminal fitting and a chain terminal capable of maintaining connection reliability to a mating terminal.
- The terminal fitting includes a box portion for inserting a mating terminal from the front, a base portion fixed in the box portion, a contact portion for electrically contacting the mating terminal, and a spring portion linking the base portion and the contact portion to support the contact portion displaceably in the insertion direction of the mating terminal.
- The spring portion is designed with multiple plate portions folded and linked in a direction intersecting the insertion direction, spaced apart in the insertion direction.
- This design allows for reliable electrical connection while accommodating movement of the mating terminal.
- The innovation ensures stable and secure connections in various applications where terminal fittings are used.
- The unique spring design provides flexibility and resilience, enhancing the overall performance of the terminal fitting.
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for electrical connections in vehicles - Electronic devices for secure terminal connections - Industrial machinery for reliable electrical contacts
Problems Solved: - Ensures connection reliability in terminal fittings - Prevents disconnection or poor contact due to movement
Benefits: - Improved connection reliability - Enhanced durability and longevity of terminal fittings - Simplified maintenance and repair processes
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Terminal Fitting for Enhanced Connection Reliability" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as automotive, electronics, and industrial manufacturing for secure and reliable electrical connections, leading to improved overall performance and reduced maintenance costs.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the spring portion of the terminal fitting contribute to maintaining connection reliability? - The spring portion is designed to provide flexibility and resilience, allowing for movement of the mating terminal while ensuring stable electrical contact. 2. What are the potential market implications of this innovative terminal fitting in different industries? - The market implications include improved product performance, reduced maintenance costs, and increased reliability in various applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
It is aimed to provide a terminal fitting and a chain terminal capable of maintaining connection reliability to a mating terminal. A terminal fitting () is provided with a box portion , into which a mating terminal is inserted from front, a base portion () fixed in the box portion (), a contact portion () arranged forward of the base portion () and configured to electrically contact the mating terminal () being inserted into the box portion (), and a spring portion () provided to link the base portion () and the contact portion () and support the contact portion () displaceably in an insertion direction (R) of the mating terminal (). The spring portion () is shaped such that a plurality of plate portions (A) elongated in a direction intersecting the insertion direction (R) are folded and linked while being spaced apart in the insertion direction (R).
