[go: up one dir, main page]

WO2025080487A1 - Testeur et adaptateur pour dispositif de connexion rapide d'appareils électriques - Google Patents

Testeur et adaptateur pour dispositif de connexion rapide d'appareils électriques Download PDF

Info

Publication number
WO2025080487A1
WO2025080487A1 PCT/US2024/049705 US2024049705W WO2025080487A1 WO 2025080487 A1 WO2025080487 A1 WO 2025080487A1 US 2024049705 W US2024049705 W US 2024049705W WO 2025080487 A1 WO2025080487 A1 WO 2025080487A1
Authority
WO
WIPO (PCT)
Prior art keywords
electrical
plug
electrical socket
socket
electrically coupled
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
Pending
Application number
PCT/US2024/049705
Other languages
English (en)
Inventor
Ran Roland Kohen
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
SKYX Platforms Corp
Original Assignee
SKYX Platforms Corp
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Application filed by SKYX Platforms Corp filed Critical SKYX Platforms Corp
Publication of WO2025080487A1 publication Critical patent/WO2025080487A1/fr
Pending legal-status Critical Current
Anticipated expiration legal-status Critical

Links

Classifications

    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R24/00—Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure
    • H01R24/38—Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure having concentrically or coaxially arranged contacts
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01R—MEASURING ELECTRIC VARIABLES; MEASURING MAGNETIC VARIABLES
    • G01R31/00—Arrangements for testing electric properties; Arrangements for locating electric faults; Arrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
    • G01R31/50—Testing of electric apparatus, lines, cables or components for short-circuits, continuity, leakage current or incorrect line connections
    • G01R31/66—Testing of connections, e.g. of plugs or non-disconnectable joints
    • G01R31/68—Testing of releasable connections, e.g. of terminals mounted on a printed circuit board
    • G01R31/69—Testing of releasable connections, e.g. of terminals mounted on a printed circuit board of terminals at the end of a cable or a wire harness; of plugs; of sockets, e.g. wall sockets or power sockets in appliances
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R24/00—Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure
    • H01R24/66—Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure with pins, blades or analogous contacts and secured to apparatus or structure, e.g. to a wall
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01R—MEASURING ELECTRIC VARIABLES; MEASURING MAGNETIC VARIABLES
    • G01R31/00—Arrangements for testing electric properties; Arrangements for locating electric faults; Arrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
    • G01R31/50—Testing of electric apparatus, lines, cables or components for short-circuits, continuity, leakage current or incorrect line connections
    • G01R31/66—Testing of connections, e.g. of plugs or non-disconnectable joints
    • G01R31/67—Testing the correctness of wire connections in electric apparatus or circuits
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R2201/00—Connectors or connections adapted for particular applications
    • H01R2201/20—Connectors or connections adapted for particular applications for testing or measuring purposes
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R24/00—Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure
    • H01R24/76—Two-part coupling devices, or either of their cooperating parts, characterised by their overall structure with sockets, clips or analogous contacts and secured to apparatus or structure, e.g. to a wall

Definitions

  • One aspect of the invention relates to a socket testing device insertable into an electrical socket with a central channel, an internal cavity, and a plurality of electrically conductive concentric ring-shaped contact terminals connected to electrical power supply wiring.
  • the device comprises: a plug including a plug body, a plurality of electrically conductive and concentric ringshaped contact terminals attached to the body, and a spindle insertable into the central channel of the electrical socket; and an electrical socket tester mechanically and electrically coupled to the plug.
  • the electrical socket tester contains an electrical circuit board, and a plurality of lights electrically coupled to the plug, that along with the circuit board, are configured to indicate correct or incorrect wiring of the electrical socket.
  • the incorrect wiring can be denoted by the plurality of lights to indicate an open ground line, an open neutral line, an open hot line, the hot line and the ground line are reversed, the hot line and the neutral line are reversed in the electrical socket.
  • the plurality of lights can include a red LED and two orange LEDs.
  • the device can include a momentary switch, that, when depressed, electrically couples the hot line to the ground line.
  • the device can also include a buzzer electrically coupled to the circuit which is configured to audibly indicate one of correct wire, incorrect wiring, or a both.
  • a housing encases the plug and the electrical socket tester into an assembly with the plug disposed at a top-end and a threaded opening disposed at a bottom end.
  • the device can include a pole disposed between the plug and the electrical socket tester, and the pole includes at least three conductors disposed internal to it to electrically couple the plug to the electrical socket tester.
  • the pole is adjustable in length.
  • the device can further comprise a two-position switch electrically coupled to the circuit board, wherein when the switch is in a first position, a first hot line (LI) is electrically coupled between the plug and the electrical socket tester and when the switch is in a second position (L2) is electrically coupled between the plug and the electrical socket tester.
  • a first hot line LI
  • L2 second position
  • Another aspect of the invention relates to an electrical adapter insertable into an electrical socket with a central channel, an internal cavity, and a plurality of electrically conductive concentric ring-shaped contact terminals connected to electrical power supply wiring.
  • the device comprises: a plug including a plug body, a plurality of electrically conductive and concentric ringshaped contact terminals attached to the body, and a spindle insertable into the central channel of the electrical socket; and an electrical socket electrically coupled to the plug.
  • the electrical socket is a NEMA-5-15R receptacle and the electrical adapter further comprises a plug guard to mechanically hold a NEMA-5-15P to the NEMA-5-15R receptacle.
  • the electrical adapter further comprises alight electrically coupled between a hot line and a neutral line to indicate pow er is present.
  • the electrical adapter further comprises a rod slidable within the spindle to releasably attach the plug to the electrical socket when the spindle is inserted into the central channel of the electrical socket.
  • FIG. 4 is a bottom view of the socket testing device of FIG. 2, according to one aspect of the present invention.
  • FIG. 8 is a top perspective view of an adapter, according to one aspect of the present invention.
  • FIG. 10 is a bottom view of the adapter of FIG. 8, according to one aspect of the present invention.
  • phrases “associated with, ” as well as derivatives thereof, can mean to include, be included within, interconnect with, contain, be contained within, connect to or with, couple to or with, be communicable with, cooperate with, interleave, juxtapose, be proximate to, be bound to or with, have, have a property of, have a relationship to or with, or the like.
  • Coupled is defined as “connected,’ 7 although not necessarily directly and not necessarily mechanically.
  • ground is a wire connected to earth ground and used as a safety feature in case the hot wire comes in contact with metal parts.
  • ground fault interrupter is an electrical device that can either be installed or built-in to electrical circuits to reduce electrical shocks.
  • NFMA-5-15P is a plug used for AC power plugs meeting the standard set by US National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) which is compatible with NEMA-5- 15R sockets.
  • NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
  • NFMA-5-15R is a receptacle used for AC power sockets meeting the standard set by US National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) which is compatible with NEMA-5-15P plugs. It is important to note that the present invention is not limited to NEMA-5- 15P plugs and NEMA-5-15R receptacles, such as European Standard Plugs and Sockets including Type C, F and L.
  • the term “neutral” carries the return current from a single phase (110 volts up to 240 volts) loads.
  • the term “or” is intended to mean an inclusive “or” rather than an exclusive '"or ” That is, unless specified otherwise or clear from context, "X employs A or B” is intended to mean any of the natural inclusive permutations. That is, if X employs A; X employs B; or X employs both A and B, then “X employs A or B” is satisfied under any of the foregoing instances.
  • the articles “a” and “an” as used in this application and the appended claims should generally be construed to mean “one or more” unless specified otherwise or clear from context to be directed to a singular form.
  • a "smart quick connect device” of the disclosure is generally defined as a connector with additional functionality in addition to the traditional capability of providing a connection.
  • a smart quick-connect device may include a sensing unit for wirelessly communicating a sensed condition.
  • a smart quick-connect device can include a sensing unit for wirelessly receiving a signal.
  • the signal can be a command signal to control the smart quick-connect device and/or the associated electrical fixture.
  • the command signal can be independent of or as a result of the sensed condition.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view 100 of an electrical socket and an electrical socket with a cover.
  • a combination device 130 is configured and dimensioned to mate with the electrical socket 102.
  • Combination device 130 includes a spindle assembly 142 as found in a “conventional” plug for releasably mechanically connecting combination device 130 to electrical socket 102 with spindle assembly 142 insertable into a central channel 124 of the electrical socket 102.
  • a second side 135 of body 146 includes concentric, ring-shaped female recesses or slots 137. These slots are electrically coupled to the male connector rings on the first side 147 of body 146 and are configured to matingly receive male connector rings on the plug (not shown) attached to an electrical fixture to establish electrical connections to the fixture.
  • One or more push buttons 136 which are mechanically coupled to spindle assembly 142, provides a means of actuating a release on spindle assembly 142 using either a finger or a tool.
  • One or more sensors or other receiving/input or transmitting/output electronic or electrical devices 148, 150 have been associated with either plug 142 or electrical socket 102.
  • FIG. 2 is a perspective view 200 of the socket testing device 220.
  • the socket testing device 220 is a single unit with a body as shown, made of non-conducting materials such as plastic.
  • the socket testing device has a top-end 202 and a bottom-end 230.
  • the top-end 202 includes a plug 204 that is mechanically and electrically compatible with the electrical socket 102 and the electrical socket of cover 130 of FIG. 1 to establish electrical connections therebetween. More specifically, shown is a spindle assembly 206, which insertable into a central channel 124 of the electrical socket 102 of FIG. 1.
  • the top-end 202 of socket testing device 220 includes concentric, ring-shaped, male conductors 108, 110, 112, which are for ground, line power (LI), and neutral to electrically couple with electrical socket 102.
  • LI line power
  • bottom-end Disposed near that bottom-end are three lights in opaque covers 232, 234, 236 that can be made in different colors or clear.
  • FIG. 3 is a top view 300 of the socket testing device of FIG. 2.
  • the concentric, ringshaped, male conductors 108, 110, 112 are shown. Also shown are details of spindle assembly 206.
  • the spindle assembly 206 includes four distinct pliable fingers 362, 364. 366, 368 to aid in mechanically holding the socket testing device 220 when insertable into a central channel 124 of the electrical socket 102.
  • the three concentric ring-shaped, male conductors 108, 110, 112 are clearly shown as well.
  • FIG. 4 is a bottom view 400 of the socket testing device of FIG. 2. Shown is an opening 240 with threads 242. In one example, the hole is compatible with % - 20 UNC (Unified Course Pitch) to rotatably couple with an extension pole (not shown).
  • the Y - 20 UNC thread is commonly used for unipods and tripods.
  • FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional side view 500 of the socket testing device of FIG. 2. Shown is a circuit board 510.
  • the circuit board is electrically connected to the three concentric ring- shaped, male conductors 108, 110, 112 at the top 202 of the socket testing device 102.
  • the circuit board 510 is also electrically coupled 512, 514, 516, 518, 520, 522 to three lights 532, 534, 536.
  • the lights can be LEDs and can be in the same color or different colors.
  • FIG. 6 is an electrical schematic 600 of the socket testing device of FIG. 1 for a non- GFCI circuit. Shown are the three electrical connectors hot 602, neutral 604 and ground 606, which are electrically connected to the three concentric ring-shaped, male conductors 108, 110, 112 at the top 202 of the socket testing device 102. Current ii and i2 flowing is shown.
  • the resisters RYI. RY2, RYR can be sized at 68 KOhms.
  • the LEDs LYI. LY2, and LR can be any color. In this example LYI, and LY2 are yellow, whereas LR is red.
  • FIG. 7 is an electrical schematic 700 of the socket testing device of FIG. 1 for a GFCI circuit.
  • the values of Rl, R2, and R3 in this example are 47 KOhms.
  • R4 is 18 KOhms.
  • the momentary 7 switch 710 is insulated rated from 1 10 volts to 240 volts.
  • sockets 102 include both LI and L2 to allow for individually controlling ceiling fans and lights as separate circuits.
  • a two-position switch may be added to either circuit above to apply either LI or L2 as selected by the switch to line/hot.
  • FIG. 8 is a top perspective view 800 of an adapter 820.
  • the top-end 802 is designed to electrically and mechanically couple with socket 102.
  • the adapter 820 is a single unit with a body as shown, made of non-conducting materials such as plastic.
  • the adapter has a top-end 824 and a bottom-end 830.
  • the top-end 802 includes a plug 804 that is mechanically and electrically compatible with the electrical socket 102 and cover 137 of FIG. 1 to establish electrical connections therebetween.
  • the top-end 802 of adapter 820 are concentric, ring-shaped, male conductors 808, 810, 812, which are for ground, line power (LI), and neutral to electrically couple with electrical socket 102.
  • LI line power
  • FIG. 9 is a top view 7 900 of the adapter of FIG. 8.
  • the concentric, ring-shaped, male conductors 808, 810, 812 are shown. Also shown are details of spindle assembly 806.
  • the spindle assembly 806 includes two distinct pliable fingers 862, 864 to aid in mechanically holding the adapter 820 when insertable into a central channel 124 of the electrical socket 102.
  • the three concentric ring-shaped, male conductors 808, 810, 812 are clearly shown as well.
  • FIG. 10 is a bottom view 1000 of the adapter of FIG. 8.
  • a receptacle 1040 such as a compatible NEMA-5-15R receptacle.
  • the receptacle has three openings for neutral 1042, line 1044, and ground 1046 as shown. It is important to note that the present invention is not limited to NEMA-5-15P plugs and NEMA-5-15R receptacles, such as European Standard Plugs and Sockets including Type C, F and L.
  • FIG. 11 is a cross-sectional side view of the adapter of FIG. 8.
  • FIG. 12 is a side view of the adapter of FIG. 8 with an elongated body.
  • the top-end 1202 with spindle assembly 1206 is identical to the description for the top-end 802 of FIG. 8. More specifically, the top-end 802 includes a plug 804 that is mechanically and electrically compatible with the electrical socket 102 and cover 137 of FIG. 1 to establish electrical connections therebetween.
  • an elongated body 1210 such as a pole is shown.
  • the elongated body allows the adapter to be inserted into the socket in many applications w ithout using a ladder.
  • the pole can be a telescoping pole with adjustable length or a fixed-length pole between 2 feet and 5 feet in length. However, any length of elongated body 1210 is possible.
  • Three conductors such solid or stranded copper wire connects the concentric ring-shaped, male conductors 808, 810, 812 to a receptacle 1232.
  • a receptacle 1232 such as a compatible NEMA-5-15R receptacle.
  • a conventional 120V outlet tester 1250 with or without GFCI can be inserted 1240 in the receptacle 1232.

Landscapes

  • Physics & Mathematics (AREA)
  • General Physics & Mathematics (AREA)
  • Details Of Connecting Devices For Male And Female Coupling (AREA)

Abstract

L'invention concerne un dispositif de vérification de prise pouvant être inséré dans une prise électrique comprenant un canal central, une cavité interne et une pluralité de bornes de contact annulaires concentriques électriquement conductrices et connectées à un câblage d'alimentation électrique. Le dispositif comprend : une fiche dotée d'un corps de fiche, une pluralité de bornes de contact annulaires concentriques électriquement conductrices fixées au corps, et une broche pouvant être insérée dans le canal central de la prise électrique ; et un testeur de prise électrique accouplé mécaniquement et connecté à la fiche. Le testeur de prise électrique contient une carte de circuit électrique, et plusieurs voyants couplés électriquement à la fiche qui, conjointement avec la carte de circuit imprimé, sont configurés pour indiquer un câblage correct ou incorrect de la prise électrique.
PCT/US2024/049705 2023-10-10 2024-10-03 Testeur et adaptateur pour dispositif de connexion rapide d'appareils électriques Pending WO2025080487A1 (fr)

Applications Claiming Priority (2)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US202363543416P 2023-10-10 2023-10-10
US63/543,416 2023-10-10

Publications (1)

Publication Number Publication Date
WO2025080487A1 true WO2025080487A1 (fr) 2025-04-17

Family

ID=95396256

Family Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
PCT/US2024/049705 Pending WO2025080487A1 (fr) 2023-10-10 2024-10-03 Testeur et adaptateur pour dispositif de connexion rapide d'appareils électriques

Country Status (1)

Country Link
WO (1) WO2025080487A1 (fr)

Citations (5)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US20010034147A1 (en) * 2000-01-06 2001-10-25 Kerr Jack Russell Electrical plug and receptacle having safety features
US20090280673A1 (en) * 2004-12-02 2009-11-12 Ran Kohen Quick connect assembly
US20180115131A1 (en) * 2015-05-12 2018-04-26 Ran Roland Kohen Smart quick connect device for electrical fixtures
US20210223331A1 (en) * 2020-01-17 2021-07-22 Brunswick Corporation RV Electrical Outlet Tester
US20220091194A1 (en) * 2020-09-18 2022-03-24 Fluke Corporation Socket tester with switchable audible indicator of detected presence of voltage

Patent Citations (5)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US20010034147A1 (en) * 2000-01-06 2001-10-25 Kerr Jack Russell Electrical plug and receptacle having safety features
US20090280673A1 (en) * 2004-12-02 2009-11-12 Ran Kohen Quick connect assembly
US20180115131A1 (en) * 2015-05-12 2018-04-26 Ran Roland Kohen Smart quick connect device for electrical fixtures
US20210223331A1 (en) * 2020-01-17 2021-07-22 Brunswick Corporation RV Electrical Outlet Tester
US20220091194A1 (en) * 2020-09-18 2022-03-24 Fluke Corporation Socket tester with switchable audible indicator of detected presence of voltage

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
US5973948A (en) Universal linear power supply
US7722389B2 (en) Shock-proof electrical wiring system
US11196216B2 (en) Disconnecting and supporting quick release electrical fixtures
US11133632B2 (en) Quick connect device for recessed electrical fixtures
US20050007031A1 (en) Low voltage luminaire assembly
US7887363B1 (en) Protective electrical wiring device and system
US20100261373A1 (en) Switched receptacle device with led indication
US9402498B2 (en) Safety grounded tree
TW200427149A (en) Fused receptacle with power conversion/control board
CA2739294A1 (fr) Systeme universel d'alimentation pour unites de distribution de puissance
US8702447B2 (en) Detachable electrical extension sockets
US11482800B2 (en) Safety grounded artificial tree stand
WO2025080487A1 (fr) Testeur et adaptateur pour dispositif de connexion rapide d'appareils électriques
US10840651B2 (en) Electrical plug for a safety grounded tree
US7465174B1 (en) Coupling for connecting and disconnecting a plug and a socket
US20210203112A1 (en) Safety grounded artificial tree stand
US6577115B1 (en) Apparatus with separated conductors
US10985509B2 (en) Safety grounded tree external wiring
GB2318692A (en) Electrical power supply plug/adaptor
DK3118944T3 (en) TERMINAL WITH IMPROVED CONTACT KIT
US11862911B2 (en) Integrated electrical, lighting, and charging systems
US9991648B1 (en) Electrical plug for a safety grounded tree
CA2996372C (fr) Un ensemble de bouchon et douille electrique destine un arbre mis a la terre
KR20240131267A (ko) 터치 보호 커버, 연결 부재, 모듈 커넥터 및 배터리 시스템
CA2919225A1 (fr) Appareil de mise a la terre pour un arbre a prise terre de securite

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
121 Ep: the epo has been informed by wipo that ep was designated in this application

Ref document number: 24877799

Country of ref document: EP

Kind code of ref document: A1