JP-2026514257-A - Electrical connection assembly with radio frequency identification tag verification system

Abstract

An electrical connection assembly comprising: a first connector including an engaging portion, a first surface including a plurality of sockets, and a plurality of first wires connected to the plurality of sockets; a second connector including a plurality of terminals, and a plurality of second wires connected to the plurality of terminals; a radio frequency identification (RFID) assembly connected to one of the first connector and the second connector; and a lock handle configured to lock the second connector to the first connector, wherein in the unconnected state, the lock handle is not engaged with the RFID assembly, and in the connected state, the lock handle is engaged with the RFID assembly. [Selection Diagram] Figure 1A

Inventors

• サウゼン， カーリ アン
• クヤフスキー，ジュニア， ジェームズ アンソニー
• ハーゲン， クリスチャン ジェームズ

Assignees

• オエティカ エヌワイ インク

Dates

Publication Date

20260507

Application Date

20240430

Priority Date

20230504

Claims (20)

1. The first connector, Engaging part and, The first surface has multiple sockets, Multiple first wires connected to the aforementioned multiple sockets, A first connector including, The second connector, Multiple terminals, Multiple second wires connected to the aforementioned multiple terminals, A second connector including, A radio frequency identification (RFID) assembly connected to one of the first connector and the second connector, The device comprises a locking handle configured to lock the second connector to the first connector, In the disconnected state, the lock handle is not engaged with the RFID assembly. In the connected state, the lock handle is engaged with the RFID assembly. Electrical connection assembly.
2. The RFID assembly is RFID tags and The RFID tag comprises at least one contact electrically connected to it, The electrical connection assembly according to claim 1.
3. The at least one contact comprises a first contact and a second contact, the second contact being separated from the first contact to form an open state of the RFID assembly. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 2.
4. In the above connection state, the first contact is electrically connected to the second contact. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 3.
5. The lock handle includes a conductive contact assembly configured to electrically connect the first contact to the second contact in the connected state. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 3.
6. The conductive contact assembly comprises a conductor that at least partially surrounds the lock handle. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 5.
7. The conductive contact further comprises a tab extending radially outward from the conductor. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 6.
8. The conductive contact assembly is A first conductor portion extending radially outward from the lock handle and configured to engage with the first contact, The device comprises a second conductor portion extending radially outward from the lock handle and configured to engage with the second contact, The electrical connection assembly according to claim 5.
9. The conductive contact assembly further comprises a third conductor portion connecting the first conductor portion and the second conductor portion, the third conductor portion being embedded in the lock handle. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 8.
10. At least one of the first conductor portion and the second conductor portion includes a cylindrical rod. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 8.
11. At least one of the first conductor portion and the second conductor portion is provided with a curved tab. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 8.
12. The first connector comprises a first surface and a flange extending from the first surface. The RFID tag is placed on the first surface, The at least one contact is located on the flange. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 2.
13. The flange is perpendicular to the first surface. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 12.
14. The RFID assembly is placed in the first connector, The lock handle is pivotably connected to the second connector. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 1.
15. The RFID tag is equipped with an antenna, When the RFID tag is in the open state, the antenna circuit is open. In the closed state of the RFID tag, the antenna circuit is closed. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 1.
16. The first connector, Engaging part and, The first surface has multiple sockets, Multiple first wires connected to the aforementioned multiple sockets, A first connector including, The second connector, A hole configured to engage with the aforementioned engagement portion, Multiple terminals, Multiple second wires connected to the aforementioned multiple terminals, A second connector including, A radio frequency identification (RFID) assembly connected to one of the first connector and the second connector, RFID tags and A first contact electrically connected to the RFID tag, A second contact is electrically connected to the RFID tag and is positioned at a distance from the first contact, An RFID assembly comprising, The device comprises a locking handle pivotably connected to the other of the first and second connectors, and configured to lock the second connector to the first connector, In the disconnected state, the lock handle is not engaged with the first contact and the second contact. In the connected state, the lock handle is engaged with the first contact and the second contact. Electrical connection assembly.
17. The lock handle includes a conductive contact assembly configured to electrically connect the first contact and the second contact in the connected state. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 16.
18. The conductive contact assembly comprises a conductor that at least partially surrounds the lock handle. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 17.
19. The conductive contact further comprises a tab extending radially outward from the conductor. The electrical connection assembly according to claim 18.
20. The conductive contact assembly is A first conductor portion extending radially outward from the lock handle and configured to engage with the first contact, The device comprises a second conductor portion extending radially outward from the lock handle and configured to engage with the second contact, The electrical connection assembly according to claim 16.

Description

Cross-reference to Related Applications This application claims the interests of U.S. Patent Application No. 63/499997, filed on 4 May 2023, pursuant to Articles 4 and 8 of the Stockholm Revision of the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property, which is incorporated into this application in its entirety by reference. This disclosure relates to electrical connectors, and more particularly to electrical connection assemblies including radio frequency identification (RFID) tags for connection verification. Electrical connectors are electromechanical devices used to create electrical connections between components in an electrical circuit, or between different electrical circuits, and to couple them into a larger circuit. Most electrical connectors have a distinction between male and female types (the male component, called a plug, connects to the female component, or socket). Connection methods vary, including detachable connectors (such as those in portable devices), those requiring tools for assembly and disassembly, and those providing permanent electrical connections between two points. Adapters can be used to connect different types of connectors. Electrical connectors may be used not only for power applications but also for data and audiovisual applications. In automotive applications, wire harness connection blocks or electrical connection assemblies are used to connect various circuits (e.g., ignition systems including starters, dashboard lights, instruments, radios, taillights, wipers, turn signals, heaters, air conditioning, electric fuel pumps, etc.) to a single power source or multiple power sources. However, current designs make connection difficult, and improper connection of these electrical connection assemblies can result in the vehicle failing to start. This disclosure relates to one or more exemplary embodiments of an electrical connection assembly that provides a means of ensuring that an electrical connection assembly is properly connected. This disclosure relates to one or more exemplary embodiments of an electrical connection assembly. In an exemplary embodiment, the electrical connection assembly comprises: a first connector including an engaging portion, a first surface having a plurality of sockets, and a plurality of first wires connected to the plurality of sockets; a second connector including a plurality of terminals and a plurality of second wires connected to the plurality of terminals; a radio frequency identification (RFID) assembly connected to one of the first or second connectors; and a lock handle configured to lock the second connector to the first connector, wherein in the unconnected state, the lock handle is not engaged with the RFID assembly, and in the connected state, the lock handle is engaged with the RFID assembly. In an exemplary embodiment, the RFID assembly comprises an RFID tag and at least one contact electrically connected to the RFID tag. In the exemplary embodiment, the at least one contact comprises a first contact and a second contact, the second contact being separated from the first contact to form an open state of the RFID assembly. In the exemplary embodiment, in the connected state, the first contact is electrically connected to the second contact. In exemplary embodiments, the lock handle comprises a conductive contact assembly configured to electrically connect a first contact to a second contact in the connected state. In exemplary embodiments, the conductive contact assembly comprises a conductor that at least partially surrounds the lock handle. In exemplary embodiments, the conductive contact further comprises a tab extending radially outward from the conductor. In exemplary embodiments, the conductive contact assembly comprises a first conductor portion extending radially outward from the lock handle and configured to engage with the first contact, and a second conductor portion extending radially outward from the lock handle and configured to engage with the second contact. In exemplary embodiments, the conductive contact assembly further comprises a third conductor portion connecting the first and second conductor portions, the third conductor portion being embedded in the lock handle. In exemplary embodiments, at least one of the first and second conductor portions comprises a cylindrical rod. In exemplary embodiments, at least one of the first and second conductor portions comprises a curved tab. In an exemplary embodiment, the first connector comprises a first face and a flange extending from the first face, the RFID tag is positioned on the first face, and at least one contact is positioned on the flange. In the exemplary embodiment, the flange is perpendicular to the first face. In the exemplary embodiment, the RFID assembly is positioned on the first connector, and the lock handle is pivotally connected to the second connector. In the exemplary embodiment, the RFID tag includes an antenna, the antenna circuit is ope