US4171565A
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Contact insertion and removal tool
Assignee: Charles Stark Draper Laboratory Inc
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Filing: 1978-06-26
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Granted: 1979-10-23
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Expires: 1998-06-26
Abstract
Abstract A contact insertion and removal tool including a removable, replaceable probe made of a hollow tubular member with a slot extending longitudinally from the tip at least part way to the upper end of the tubular member, the tubular member having proximate its tip a reduced outer diameter and enlarged inner diameter sized appropriately for the contact to be inserted and removed; a handle member, independent of the probe, having a passage for receiving the upper end of the tubular member; and means for rotatably securing the probe and handle.
Inventors
- 👤 Jon P. Boudreau
- 👤 Marvin A. Biren
- 👤 Herald S. Sulahian
- 👤 Robert J. Maselek
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
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Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 19:29
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R43/00; H01R43/20; H01R43/22; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/53; Y10T29/5313; Y10T29/53174; Y10T29/53257; Y10T29/53274; Y10T29/53283
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
164 words
A contact insertion and removal tool comprising: a removable, replaceable probe made of a hollow ductile tubular member, said tubular member including a slot extending longitudinally from the tip at least part way to the upper end of the tubular member, said tip of said tubular member including a reduced outer diameter for reception in a connector and an enlarged inner diameter for receiving a pin; said tubular member further including an enlarged portion proximate its other end opposite said tip; a handle member independent of said probe, having a first passage for receiving the upper end of said tubular member and said enlarged portion and a second, smaller passage for receiving only said tubular member and blocking said enlarged portion; said first passage including a threaded portion; and a threaded member having a bearing surface at one end for bearing on the upper end of said tubular member to secure it longitudinally and yet enable it to rotate relative to said handle member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
164 words
A contact insertion and removal tool comprising: a removable, replaceable probe made of a hollow ductile tubular member, said tubular member including a slot extending longitudinally from the tip at least part way to the upper end of the tubular member, said tip of said tubular member including a reduced outer diameter for reception in a connector and an enlarged inner diameter for receiving a pin; said tubular member further including an enlarged portion proximate its other end opposite said tip; a handle member independent of said probe, having a first passage for receiving the upper end of said tubular member and said enlarged portion and a second, smaller passage for receiving only said tubular member and blocking said enlarged portion; said first passage including a threaded portion; and a threaded member having a bearing surface at one end for bearing on the upper end of said tubular member to secure it longitudinally and yet enable it to rotate relative to said handle member.
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) | 1982-10-22 | 1983-04-23 | 1983-10-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-10-22 | 1987-04-23 | 1987-10-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-10-22 | 1991-04-23 | 1991-10-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |