US3590377A
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Test fixture employing automatic quick connect-disconnect assembly for microwave coaxial connections
Assignee: Weinschel Engineering Co Inc
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Filing: 1968-07-30
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Granted: 1971-06-29
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Expires: 1988-07-30
Abstract
Abstract A test fixture for microwave units featuring a contact assembly for rapidly and simultaneously engaging a plurality of coaxial connectors of a unit to be production-tested, the assembly having funnel-shaped guides for accurately centering the test circuit contacts with those under test, and pneumatic or other power drive means for firmly engaging the contacts without the necessity for manually tightening down coupling nuts or bayonet fasteners.
Inventors
- 👤 Gunther U Sorger
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 13:04
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01R; G01R27/00; G01R27/28
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
161 words
A. A test fixture for microwave units, such as attenuators, having coaxial connector termination means for attachment of the units into a microwave circuit comprising b. a base having thereon connector means for electrical connection to a testing circuit, c. at least one microwave conductor having at least limited flexibility, connected at one end to said fixed connector means and having coaxial test connector termination means at the other end, d. a jig for firmly mounting a test unit on said base, said test unit having a coaxial connector termination capable of connection with said test connector termination means, e. motor means mounted on said base for moving said test connector termination means into engagement with said test unit connector termination, f. funnel-shaped guide means surrounding and carried by said coaxial test connector termination means for guiding and centering said test connector means and said connector termination means into accurate alignment as they are engaged by operation of said motor means,
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
161 words
A. A test fixture for microwave units, such as attenuators, having coaxial connector termination means for attachment of the units into a microwave circuit comprising b. a base having thereon connector means for electrical connection to a testing circuit, c. at least one microwave conductor having at least limited flexibility, connected at one end to said fixed connector means and having coaxial test connector termination means at the other end, d. a jig for firmly mounting a test unit on said base, said test unit having a coaxial connector termination capable of connection with said test connector termination means, e. motor means mounted on said base for moving said test connector termination means into engagement with said test unit connector termination, f. funnel-shaped guide means surrounding and carried by said coaxial test connector termination means for guiding and centering said test connector means and said connector termination means into accurate alignment as they are engaged by operation of said motor means,
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
The invention according to claim 1, said fluid pressure motor being a pneumatic motor.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
The invention according to claim 2, and air valve means on said base for controlling the operation of said pneumatic motor means.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-06-28 | 1974-12-28 | 1975-06-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-28 | 1978-12-28 | 1979-06-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-28 | 1982-12-28 | 1983-06-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |