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Module for use with systems handling multiple automatic functions
Assignee: Ethylene-Plastique
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Filing: 1973-01-24
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Granted: 1974-07-16
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Expires: 1993-01-24
Abstract
Abstract A module for use with systems handling multiple automatic functions incorporates a matrix of rows and columns of signal lines which can be interconnected by means of short circuit tags and by the operation of relays responsive to input instructions to produce a required overall circuit configuration for processing the input instructions into appropriate outputs.
Inventors
- 👤 C Sebille
- 👤 Folleville S De
- 👤 C Prugnaud
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 12:34
CPC Classifications
H; H02; H02B; H02B1/00; H02B1/24
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
124 words
Module of multifunctional automating devices composed of input and output relays interconnected by a matrix which includes a set of rows of signal lines and a set of columns of signal lines, these rows and columns being connectible among themselves by short-circuit plugs located at the intersections of the rows and columns, characterized in that one of said sets is assigned to the input relays, said assigned sets being divided into groups of at least two signal lines, each group being connected to an inPut relay contact, a first in said group being connected to a pivot contact of said input relay contact, and the succeeding ones in said group being connected to associated ones of the movable contacts of said input relay contact.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
124 words
Module of multifunctional automating devices composed of input and output relays interconnected by a matrix which includes a set of rows of signal lines and a set of columns of signal lines, these rows and columns being connectible among themselves by short-circuit plugs located at the intersections of the rows and columns, characterized in that one of said sets is assigned to the input relays, said assigned sets being divided into groups of at least two signal lines, each group being connected to an inPut relay contact, a first in said group being connected to a pivot contact of said input relay contact, and the succeeding ones in said group being connected to associated ones of the movable contacts of said input relay contact.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
37 words
Module as claim 1, characterized in that the relay contact is a reversing contact and the group consists of two, the second in said group being connected to one of two movable contacts by a movable staple.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
Module as claim 1, characterized in that the relay contact is a reversing contact having two movable contacts that are connected respectively to second and third ones in said group.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
64 words
Module as claim 1, characterized in that it comprises two assemblies each assembly including a set of rows of signal lines and a set of columns of signal ines, wherein one of said set in each of said assemblies being connected to a set of contacts of relays, each relay having at least two contacts, an assembly of rows and columns serving for signalization.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
79 words
Module as claim 4, characterized in that it is coupled to a set of repeating input relays with each relay in said set having four contacts, two sets of contacts of the set of relays being connected to respective sets of signal lines in said respective assemblies, the third set of contacts of the set of relays being connected to an indicator and the fourth set of contacts of the set of relays being connected to an external appliance.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
Module as claim 5, characterized in that it is an interchangeable module with the input relays wired and connected.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
31 words
Module as claim 6, characterized in that it includes output relays the excitation coils of which are connected to selected ones of those signal lines not assigned to the input relays.
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) | 1977-07-15 | 1978-01-14 | 1978-07-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-07-15 | 1982-01-14 | 1982-07-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-07-15 | 1986-01-14 | 1986-07-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |