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Separable connector system with vents in bushing nose

A technology for separating connections and connectors, which is applied in the field of separable connection systems and can solve problems such as damage to interface adhesion, damage, and inability to twist.

Inactive Publication Date: 2014-05-21
EATON INTELLIGENT POWER LTD
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Such deformation of the connector assembly could render the connector assembly ineffective and / or unsafe
Additionally, the ergonomics of twisting maneuvers can cause immediate and long-term (i.e., repetitive motion) injury to the operator
Additionally, connector assemblies with multiple, substantially parallel connectors cannot be twisted to break interface adhesion

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[0036] The present invention relates to systems and methods for safely and easily separating connector assemblies of a separable connection system. In particular, the present invention relates to methods for safely and easily reducing or shearing the interface between connectors of separable connection systems by using a push-then-pull operation or reducing surface contact between these connectors. Systems and methods of adhesion. The separable connector assembly includes one or more pairs of separable connectors configured to mate with each other in an electrical connection operation and to disengage each other in a power disconnection operation. An operator can disengage the connectors during a power down operation by pushing the connectors together and then pulling the connectors apart. Pushing the connectors together shears the interface adhesion between these connectors, making it easier for the operator to pull the connectors apart.

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Abstract

Separable connector assemblies include one or more pairs of connectors that engage and disengage one another in electrical connection and disconnection operations, respectively. An operator can disengage the connectors by pushing the connectors together and then pulling the connectors apart. Pushing the connectors together shears interface adhesion between the connectors, making it easier for the operator to pull the connectors apart. An indicator integral or coupled to one of the connectors can indicate whether the first and second connectors are in the pushed-in-position. A window in the other connector includes an opening, channel, and / or translucent or semi-translucent material through which the indicator may be seen. The window and / or one or more vents in a tubular member of one of the connectors can include a channel that provides an air path for ingress of air between the connectors, to thereby remove or reduce a vacuum or partial vacuum between the connectors.

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[0001] Related Patent Applications [0002] This patent application is a continuation-in-part of the following co-pending U.S. patent application: U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 12 / 072513, filed February 25, 2008, entitled "Push-Then-Pull Operation of a Separable Connector System," This patent application is related to co-pending U.S. Patent Application Serial No. 12 / 072333, filed February 25, 2008, entitled "Separable Connector with Interface Undercut"; US Patent Application No. 12 / 072498, filed February 25, 2008, entitled "Dual Interface Separable Insulated Connector With Overmolded Faraday Cage"; and U.S. Patent Application No. 12 / 072,193, entitled "Method of Manufacturing a Dual Interface Separable Insulated Connector With Overmolded Faraday Cage," filed February 25. Additionally, this patent application is related to US Patent Application Serial No. 12 / 340,053, filed December 19, 2008, entitled "Separable Connector System with a Position Indicator." The entire conten...

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Patent Type & Authority Patents(China)
IPC IPC(8): H01R4/60
CPCH01R13/53H01R31/08
Inventor D·C·休斯
Owner EATON INTELLIGENT POWER LTD