18590045. CONNECTOR simplified abstract (Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Ltd.)

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CONNECTOR

Organization Name

Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Hiroaki Tsutsumi of Mie (JP)

Kazuya Takeuchi of Mie (JP)

CONNECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18590045 titled 'CONNECTOR

The abstract describes a connector with an inner conductor, a die-cast outer conductor, a housing, and a contacting member for electric contact with a grounding member and the outer conductor.

  • The connector features an inner conductor surrounded by a die-cast outer conductor, providing robust construction.
  • The contacting member includes a sandwiched portion, a fulcrum portion, and an elastic contacting portion for effective grounding.
  • The design allows for easy fitting of a partner housing and ensures reliable electrical contact.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various electrical connectors and grounding systems. - It may find applications in telecommunications, automotive, and industrial equipment.

Problems Solved: - Provides a secure and reliable electrical connection. - Ensures effective grounding for safety and performance.

Benefits: - Enhanced durability and stability in electrical connections. - Improved safety and performance in grounding applications.

Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized in the manufacturing of connectors for various industries. - It has the potential to improve the reliability and safety of electrical systems.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the die-cast outer conductor improve the performance of the connector? 2. What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in industrial applications?


Original Abstract Submitted

A connector includes an inner conductor, a die-cast outer conductor that surrounds the outer periphery of the inner conductor, a housing to which the die-cast outer conductor is fitted, and a contacting member that is to be in electric contact with an external grounding member and the die-cast outer conductor. When a side on which a partner housing is to be fitted into the housing is taken as a front side, the contacting member includes a sandwiched portion that is sandwiched between a front-facing opposed surface of the die-cast outer conductor that faces forward and a back-facing opposed surface of the housing that faces backward, a fulcrum portion that is continuous with the front side of the sandwiched portion, and an elastic contacting portion capable of being elastically deformed that extends forward from the front side of the fulcrum portion and comes into contact with the grounding member.