18596159. CONNECTOR simplified abstract (Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Ltd.)
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CONNECTOR
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CONNECTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18596159 titled 'CONNECTOR
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a connector that can detect the position of a retainer within a housing. The retainer can move between partially locked and fully locked positions, while a front member mounted on the housing moves in a direction that intersects with the retainer's movement. The front member has an interference portion that interferes with the retainer at specific positions as the front member moves towards its mounted position.
- Key Features and Innovation:
- Connector with detection function for retainer position - Retainer movable between partially locked and fully locked positions - Front member mounted on housing intersects with retainer's movement - Interference portion on front member interferes with retainer at specific positions
- Potential Applications:
- Automotive industry for securing components - Electronics industry for locking mechanisms - Aerospace industry for safety critical applications
- Problems Solved:
- Ensures proper locking of components - Provides visual indication of retainer position - Prevents accidental disengagement of components
- Benefits:
- Improved safety and security - Easy visual confirmation of locking status - Enhanced reliability of connections
- Commercial Applications:
- Automotive manufacturing for securing parts - Electronics assembly for locking mechanisms - Aerospace industry for critical component connections
- Prior Art:
- Further research can be conducted in the field of connector technology and locking mechanisms to identify any prior art related to this innovation.
- Frequently Updated Research:
- Stay updated on advancements in connector technology and locking mechanisms to enhance the design and functionality of similar products.
Questions about Connector with Retainer Detection Function:
1. What are the potential industries that could benefit from this connector technology?
- Various industries such as automotive, electronics, and aerospace could benefit from this connector technology due to its secure locking mechanisms.
2. How does the interference portion on the front member contribute to the detection function of the retainer?
- The interference portion on the front member ensures that the retainer is properly engaged at specific positions, providing a visual indication of its locked status.
Original Abstract Submitted
A connector that can appropriately exhibit a detection function of a retainer is provided. A retainer is disposed so as to be moveable between a partially locked position and a fully locked position relative to a housing . A front member moves in a direction that intersects a movement direction of the retainer with respect to the housing , and is mounted to the housing . The front member has an interference portion configured to interfere with the retainer at the partially locked position or an intermediate position along a path from the partially locked position to the fully locked position when the front member moves toward the mounted position.
