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Connectors for use with piezoelectric polymeric film transducers

CA 1279399 C · Owner: Atochem North America, Inc. · Inventors: Radice, Peter Francis

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Piezoelectric polymer film transducers include a metallized film electrode deposited on each of the two surfaces of the film. The electrodes are provided with leads extending therefrom is staggered parallel relationship. Each lead of the improved connector is associated with a reinforced assembly comprising plastic strips a terminal, connector, optional spacer washers and a metal rivet or, other securing means which penetrates the assembly such that electrical contact is effected between the lead and terminal connector. To ensure positive electrical contact a, conductive ink may be deposited on one of the plastic strips through which an orifice is provided. The orifice communicates with a …

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  • Granted January 22, 1991. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended January 22, 2008.
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FiledApril 15, 1987
GrantedJanuary 22, 1991
Term endedJanuary 22, 2008
Patent numberCA 1279399 C
Classification (IPC)H01L41/04 +2 more

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1988199119941997200020032006Application filedApril 15, 1987Patent grantedJan 22, 1991Term endedJan 22, 2008

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