Abstract:
A fusible link matrix is provided to enable a parameter (e.g., resistance) of a module to be adjusted, without requiring physical access to the components thereof, by selectively fusing (opening or closing) links of the matrix through an addressing bus. Decoupling diodes between the fusible links and lines of the bus prevent sneak current paths.
Abstract:
A circuit for utilizing a first characteristic pf a single pulse to control the modifying of a second characteristic of the pulse without causing any pulse distortion. The pulse is delayed while a pseudo-pulse is generated having the same first characteristic as the pulse and the pseudo-pulse is utilized to set a secondcharacteristic modifying means. When the modifying means has been set the delayed pulse is applied through the modifying means.
Abstract:
A graphic display system including separate means for storing a representation of a value to be graphically displayed and a reference value which is less than the value representation. The reference value is incremented in steps of predetermined amounts and compared with the stored representation. When a match is detected, a predetermined change is caused in the display on a display device. This change may be the generating of a dot on the display, the initiating of a line, the terminating of a line, or the like.
Abstract:
Connector device including a leaf detent spring disposed between facing annular surfaces of a pair of rings and engageable in a key slot in one of the rings to lock the rings against relative rotation. Preferably, one of the rings is a coupling ring threaded on a shell of an electrical connector to move an insert member into the shell and to lock contact means within an insulating body in the shell, the detent spring being releasable to allow reverse rotation of the coupling ring and release of the lock of the contact means, so that the contact means may be removed for servicing or replacement.
Abstract:
A calendar clock having a dial bearing indications of 31 days of the month, with one day indication exposed, and clockwork advancing the dial every 24 hours in an arrangement including a lever and ratchet means working on the dial, and the clock including a manual pushbutton which when depressed actuates the lever and advances the dial, independently of the clockwork and without interfering with the connection between the clockwork and the dial, to enable the dial to be advanced after the end of a short month to properly indicate the days of the next month.
Abstract:
Diaphragm seal for an electrical connector using a material capable of taking a set under compression, the material being used in a manner such that it is effectively subjected only to tensioning, bending and shear to avoid taking a set. In particular, a resilient annular lip is engaged by a rigid annular edge at a point intermediate a root portion and a free edge to urge the free edge into pressure sealing engagement with an annular surface of a member from which the root portion is supported.
Abstract:
A miniature electrical connector consisting of a receptacle which latches itself into a single opening through the housing of an electrical instrument (a telephone handset, for example) together with a plug designed to be self latching upon insertion into the receptacle yet capable of quick, easy removal therefrom by proper manipulation.
Abstract:
Electric connector in which a self-leveling mechanism connects independently movable shells with rigidly interconnected shells to move end faces of contact carrying means in the shells into equalized pressure engagement and to lock contact means in position, the mechanism being movable to an unlocked condition to permit insertion, removal and replacement of contacts. The mechanism preferably includes a pair of yoke members on opposite ends of a fulcrum member and each having opposite end portions engaged with side portions of a pair of independently movable shells, actuating means being connected to a central portion of the fulcrum member which is provided with sides suitably angled to provide locking angles to prevent large axial movements of the two independent shells, when subjected to insertion and removal forces.
Abstract:
A self-encoding keyboard which employs eddy current shorting effects for generating coded digital electrical signals representative of actuated keys. Each key includes a metal element which upon actuation of the key is brought into close proximity to a corresponding group of stacked printed circuit windings so as to produce an eddy current shorting effect which is detected and used to produce a group of coded digital output signals uniquely representative of the actuated key. Winding encoding arrangements employing two windings per binary digit as well as a single winding per digit are described.
Abstract:
Strain relief for electrical connectors in which a tubular member is moved into one end portion of a shell to force compressible means into tight engagement with a cable. The compressible means includes a C-shaped metal member of curved cross-sectional shape providing a rounded convex outer surface for wedge engagement with a frustoconical inner surface of the tubular member and further includes an annular member of elastomeric material having an internal surface forced into pressure engagement with the cable when axially compressed between one end of the tubular member and an internal shoulder of the shell.