US4585121A
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Container for multichip hybrid package
Assignee: United States Department of the Navy
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Filing: 1985-06-24
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Granted: 1986-04-29
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Expires: 2005-06-24
Abstract
Abstract A container for storing and handling multichip hybrid packages (MHP's) dug manufacture, testing and inspection. The receptacle and cover are recessed to receive a wide range of MHP sizes and configurations. An aperture in the cover provides visible access to the MHP without removing it or opening the container. The container is made of electrically conductive, high temperature resistant carbon plastic for protection from electrostatic discharges and environmental temperature chamber testing.
Inventors
- 👤 Ernest A. Capelle, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 07:14
CPC Classifications
H; H10; H10P; H10P72/00; H10P72/10; H10P72/19; H10P72/1904; H10P72/1924; H10P72/1926; H10P72/1928
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
130 words
A container for all sizes of multichip hybrid packages, each package including a rectangular casing with rows of leads extending from either end, said container comprising: a rectangular receptacle having a pair of transverse dividers forming three compartments along the length thereof, the center compartment being formed to receive all sizes of rectangular casings and the end compartments being formed to receive the leads; a cover coextensive with said receptacle having an aperture coextensive with said center compartment for fully exposing the rectangular casing, said cover including ledges at either end of said aperture aligned with said dividers for clamping the leads in place therebetween and thereby securing the package; and said receptacle and cover being constructed of an electrically conductive carbon plastic with additives for strength and temperature resistance.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
130 words
A container for all sizes of multichip hybrid packages, each package including a rectangular casing with rows of leads extending from either end, said container comprising: a rectangular receptacle having a pair of transverse dividers forming three compartments along the length thereof, the center compartment being formed to receive all sizes of rectangular casings and the end compartments being formed to receive the leads; a cover coextensive with said receptacle having an aperture coextensive with said center compartment for fully exposing the rectangular casing, said cover including ledges at either end of said aperture aligned with said dividers for clamping the leads in place therebetween and thereby securing the package; and said receptacle and cover being constructed of an electrically conductive carbon plastic with additives for strength and temperature resistance.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
62 words
A container according to claim 1 wherein the package includes shorting bars on the lead ends, said container further comprising: p1 said end compartments being formed to receive that portion of the shorting bars which extends below the leads; and said cover having a recess around said aperture formed to receive that portion of the shorting bars that extends above the leads.
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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) | 1989-04-28 | 1989-10-28 | 1990-04-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1993-04-28 | 1993-10-28 | 1994-04-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1997-04-28 | 1997-10-28 | 1998-04-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |