US3667103A
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Apparatus for inserting terminals in an apertured plate
Assignee: United States Department of the Army
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Filing: 1970-07-21
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Granted: 1972-06-06
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Expires: 1990-07-21
Abstract
Abstract An apparatus for inserting terminals into a logic plate having a grid of apertures to enclose the terminals including a screen adjacent the lower side of the plate to prevent the terminals from falling through the plate. The plate and screen are supported on a frame that is connected to a means for vibrating the frame. A means is connected beneath the screen for causing a greater atmospheric pressure above the plate than below it. As the frame is rapidly vibrated with sufficient amplitude to cause the terminals to stand on their ends, a vacuum means is applied beneath the plate to assist in drawing the terminals into the apertures.
Inventors
- 👤 Edwyn H Petree
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 03:51
CPC Classifications
H; H05; H05K; H05K13/00; H05K13/02; H05K13/028; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S29/00; Y10S29/044; Y10S29/046; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/53; Y10T29/5313; Y10T29/53165; Y10T29/53191; Y10T29/53535
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
60 words
An apparatus for insertion of terminals in a plate having a grid of apertures to enclose the terminals comprising: MEANS FOR SUPPORTING THE PLATE, MEANS FOR VIBRATING THE SUPPORTING MEANS TO AID THE INSERTION OF TERMINALS IN THE PLATE, AND MEANS FOR PROVIDING A DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE THROUGH THE PLATE TO FURTHER AID THE INSERTION OF THE TERMINALS IN THE PLATE.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
60 words
An apparatus for insertion of terminals in a plate having a grid of apertures to enclose the terminals comprising: MEANS FOR SUPPORTING THE PLATE, MEANS FOR VIBRATING THE SUPPORTING MEANS TO AID THE INSERTION OF TERMINALS IN THE PLATE, AND MEANS FOR PROVIDING A DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE THROUGH THE PLATE TO FURTHER AID THE INSERTION OF THE TERMINALS IN THE PLATE.
Claim 3
Independent Claim
93 words
An apparatus for insertion of terminals in a plate having a grid of apertures to enclose the terminals comprising: MEANS FOR SUPPORTING THE PLATE, MEANS FOR VIBRATING THE SUPPORTING MEANS TO AID THE INSERTION OF TERMINALS IN THE PLATE, MEANS FOR PROVIDING A DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE THROUGH THE PLATE TO FURTHER AID THE INSERTION OF THE TERMINALS IN THE PLATE, SAID SUPPORTING MEANS INCLUDING: AN ARM FOR ENGAGEMENT WITH SAID VIBRATING MEANS; A LEDGE AND A SCREEN SUPPORTED ON SAID LEDGE ADJACENT THE LOWER SIDE OF SAID PLATE TO PREVENT PASSAGE OF TERMINALS THERETHROUGH.
Claim 4
Independent Claim
93 words
An apparatus for insertion of terminals in a plate having a grid of apertures to enclose the terminals comprising: MEANS FOR SUPPORTING THE PLATE, MEANS FOR VIBRATING THE SUPPORTING MEANS TO AID THE INSERTION OF TERMINALS IN THE PLATE, MEANS FOR PROVIDING A DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE THROUGH THE PLATE TO FURTHER AID THE INSERTION OF THE TERMINALS IN THE PLATE, SAID SUPPORTING MEANS INCLUDING: AN ARM FOR ENGAGEMENT WITH SAID VIBRATING MEANS; A LEDGE AND A SCREEN SUPPORTED ON SAID LEDGE ADJACENT THE LOWER SIDE OF SAID PLATE TO PREVENT PASSAGE OF TERMINALS THERETHROUGH.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-06-06 | 1975-12-06 | 1976-06-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-06-06 | 1979-12-06 | 1980-06-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-06-06 | 1983-12-06 | 1984-06-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |