US4549115A
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Heat-sensitive variable-resistance light socket insert with resilient contact
Assignee: PIEZO ELECTRIC PRODUCTS Inc A CORP OF DEL
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Filing: 1983-03-30
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Granted: 1985-10-22
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Expires: 2003-03-30
Abstract
Abstract A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket, including: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb. An annular insulation member surrounds the edge of the wafer and electrically insulates it from the wall of the socket. A resilient contact is mounted on at least one side of the wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts.
Inventors
- 👤 Eric A. Kolm
- 👤 Henry H. Kolm
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 17:00
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R33/00; H01R33/975; H01C; H01C7/00; H01C7/04; H01C7/042; H01C7/043; H01J; H01J5/00; H01J5/50; H01J5/54; H01J5/58; H05; H05B; H05B39/00; H05B39/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 25
Claim 1
Independent Claim
94 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafter and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; and a resilient convex disc contact on at least one side of said wafer having an outer edge which contacts said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
94 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafter and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; and a resilient convex disc contact on at least one side of said wafer having an outer edge which contacts said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 1 in which there is a second resilient contact on the other side of said wafer.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
15 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 1 in which said insulation member is resilient.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 3 in which said insulation member is an elastomeric material.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 1 in which said insulation member is a ceramic material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
22 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 1 in which said wafer is circular and said insulation member is disposed annularly thereabout.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
28 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 1 further including an adhesive paste on said resilient contact for adhereing said device to the base of a light bulb.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
26 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 1 in which said resilient contact is perforate and there is an adhesive paste between it and said wafer.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
26 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 7 in which said paste is a two-part catalytically activated adhesive with the two parts mounted adjacent each other.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
30 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 9 in which said paste is viscid and temporarily adheres said wafer to the base of the bulb until the paste fully sets.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
17 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 7 in which said paste is a heat-setting bonding paste.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
39 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 7 in which said paste is provided in an annular configuration on said wafer to enable the contact of said bulb to extend through the center hole thereof to contact said wafer.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
24 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 1 in which said perimetrical member includes a plurality of resilient elements on at least one side.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
98 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; and first and second resilient convex disc contacts, one mounted on each side of said wafer and each having an outer edge which contacts said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contacts and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
98 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; and first and second resilient convex disc contacts, one mounted on each side of said wafer and each having an outer edge which contacts said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contacts and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
106 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; a resilent perforate contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts; and an adhesive paste between said resilient contact and said wafer for adhering said device to the base of a light bulb.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
106 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; a resilent perforate contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts; and an adhesive paste between said resilient contact and said wafer for adhering said device to the base of a light bulb.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
114 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; a resilient contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts; and a two-part catalytically actuated adhesive paste on said resilient contact, the two parts being mounted adjacent to each other for adhering said device to the base of a light bulb.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
114 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; a resilient contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts; and a two-part catalytically actuated adhesive paste on said resilient contact, the two parts being mounted adjacent to each other for adhering said device to the base of a light bulb.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
27 words
The heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device of claim 16 in which said paste is viscid and temporarily adheres said wafer to the base until the paste fully sets.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
105 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; a resilient contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts; and an adhesive heat setting bonding paste on said resilient contact for adhering said device to the base of a light bulb.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
105 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket; a resilient contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts; and an adhesive heat setting bonding paste on said resilient contact for adhering said device to the base of a light bulb.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
99 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket, said perimetrical member including a plurality of resilient members on at least one side thereof; and a resilient contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
99 words
A heat-sensitive variable-resistance insert device for use with a light bulb and socket comprising: a heat-sensitive variable-resistance wafer for interconnecting the central contact of the socket with the central contact of the light bulb; a perimetrical insulation member surrounding the edge of said wafer and electrically insulating it from the wall of the socket, said perimetrical member including a plurality of resilient members on at least one side thereof; and a resilient contact on at least one side of said wafer for resiliently engaging the associated central contact and accommodating for variations in the distance between the central contacts.
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) | 1988-10-21 | 1989-04-22 | 1989-10-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-10-21 | 1993-04-22 | 1993-10-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-10-21 | 1997-04-22 | 1997-10-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |