US3639889A
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Electrical connector
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-08-08
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Granted: 1972-02-01
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Expires: 1989-08-08
Abstract
Abstract An electrical connector structure adapted for quick connection while yet maintaining the impedance characteristics of a transmission means, such as a transmission line. The connector may be arranged for use with coaxial electrical coupling elements permitting a plurality of simultaneous connections to be made as between components of an apparatus. The connector structure includes a tubular member providing releasable retained association of the electrical coupling elements for facilitated connection and disconnection.
Inventors
- 👤 George Komadina
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 21:32
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R24/00; H01R24/38; H01R24/40; H01R24/42; H01R24/44; H01R2103/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
104 words
An electrical connector structure comprising: a first electrical coupling element having a base portion; a second electrical coupling element having a tubular projection; a retainer member having first and second opposite ends; first frictional engagement means for developing frictional forces to fixedly secure said first end of the retainer member to the base portion; and second frictional engagement means for developing frictional forces less than the frictional forces developed by said first frictional engagement means to releasably secure said second end of the retaining member to the tubular projection upon engagement of the coupling elements to releasably maintain said elements in electrically connected association.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
104 words
An electrical connector structure comprising: a first electrical coupling element having a base portion; a second electrical coupling element having a tubular projection; a retainer member having first and second opposite ends; first frictional engagement means for developing frictional forces to fixedly secure said first end of the retainer member to the base portion; and second frictional engagement means for developing frictional forces less than the frictional forces developed by said first frictional engagement means to releasably secure said second end of the retaining member to the tubular projection upon engagement of the coupling elements to releasably maintain said elements in electrically connected association.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
33 words
The electrical connector structure of claim 1 wherein said first frictional engagement means includes a shoulder means carried by said base portion for mechanically interlocking the first end of the retainer member therewith.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
37 words
The electrical connector structure of claim 1 wherein said base portion of the first electrical coupling element is cylindrical and has a radially outwardly opening coaxial groove, said first end of the retainer member overlying said groove.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
The electrical connector structure of claim 1 wherein said first end of the retainer member is press fitted onto said base portion of the first electrical coupling element.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
26 words
The electrical connector structure of claim 1 wherein said retainer member first end is annular and said second opposite end comprises a plurality of spring fingers.
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) | 1975-01-31 | 1975-08-02 | 1976-02-01 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-01-31 | 1979-08-02 | 1980-02-01 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-01-31 | 1983-08-02 | 1984-02-01 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |