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Circuit module with recess for receiving a coupling coil
Assignee: Arris Technology Inc
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Filing: 1974-06-14
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Granted: 1976-02-24
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Expires: 1994-06-14
Abstract
Abstract A circuit module, such as is used in a modular L-C filter, includes a support having a base portion and side portions. One or more electric circuit elements, such as inductors and capacitors, are mounted on the support. One of the side portions of the support is provided with an externally exposed recess which is adapted to at least partially receive an interconnecting element such as a coupling coil. Thus, two of the modules can be located on a circuit board in adjacent relationship with the recesses therein aligned to form a cavity in which the coupling coil is received, the coil itself preferably being independently mounted on the circuit board. In this manner, the amount of space required by the filter is substantially reduced.
Inventors
- 👤 John Chesney
- 👤 Chester R. Kruczek
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 18:25
CPC Classifications
H; H03; H03H; H03H1/00; H03H7/00; H03H7/01; H03H7/0115; H03H7/17; H03H7/1741; H03H7/175
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 22
Claim 1
Independent Claim
104 words
In combination with a circuit board, a circuit module for use with an active interconnecting electrical component for electrically connecting said module with other circuits on said board, externally of said module, said component being mounted on said board adjacent and independently of said module, said module comprising a base portion, one or more electrical circuit elements mounted on said base portion to form the module circuit, means on said base portion for mounting said module on said board and a side portion having members thereon an externally exposed recess, said recess being large enough to at least partially receive said interconnecting component therein.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
104 words
In combination with a circuit board, a circuit module for use with an active interconnecting electrical component for electrically connecting said module with other circuits on said board, externally of said module, said component being mounted on said board adjacent and independently of said module, said module comprising a base portion, one or more electrical circuit elements mounted on said base portion to form the module circuit, means on said base portion for mounting said module on said board and a side portion having members thereon an externally exposed recess, said recess being large enough to at least partially receive said interconnecting component therein.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
31 words
The module according to claim 1 further comprising a shield can received on an substantially surrounding said base and said circuit elements and having a side opening registering with said recess.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
The module of claim 2 in which said circuit elements are mounted on said base so as to be within the peripheral confines of said side portion.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
112 words
In combination with a circuit board, a circuit module and an active interconnecting electrical component mounted on said board adjacent and independently of said module for electrically connecting said module to a circuit on said board external to said module, said module comprising a base portion, one or more electrical circuit elements mounted on said base portion to form the module circuit, means on said base portion for mounting said module on said board and a side portion having members therein defining an externally exposed recess, said recess being large enough to at least partially receive said interconnecting component therein, said component being received in said recess and extending out laterally therefrom.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
112 words
In combination with a circuit board, a circuit module and an active interconnecting electrical component mounted on said board adjacent and independently of said module for electrically connecting said module to a circuit on said board external to said module, said module comprising a base portion, one or more electrical circuit elements mounted on said base portion to form the module circuit, means on said base portion for mounting said module on said board and a side portion having members therein defining an externally exposed recess, said recess being large enough to at least partially receive said interconnecting component therein, said component being received in said recess and extending out laterally therefrom.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
31 words
The module according to claim 4 further comprising a shield can received on and substantially surrounding said base and said circuit elements and having a side opening registering with said recess.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
49 words
The module of claim 5 in which said circuit elements are mounted on said base so as to be within the peripheral confines of said side portions, the interconnecting component being larger than said recess so as to extend out laterally beyond said side portions through said side opening.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
89 words
In combination with a circuit board, first and second circuit modules and an active interconnecting electrical component electrically connected to said modules, said modules each comprising a base portion, one or more electrical elements mounted on said base portion to form the circuit, means on said base portion for mounting said module on said board, and a side portion having members thereon defining an externally exposed recess, said recesses being aligned to form a cavity, said cavity being large enough to at least partially receive said interconnecting component therein.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
89 words
In combination with a circuit board, first and second circuit modules and an active interconnecting electrical component electrically connected to said modules, said modules each comprising a base portion, one or more electrical elements mounted on said base portion to form the circuit, means on said base portion for mounting said module on said board, and a side portion having members thereon defining an externally exposed recess, said recesses being aligned to form a cavity, said cavity being large enough to at least partially receive said interconnecting component therein.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
12 words
The combination of claim 7 wherein said component is an inductance coil.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
32 words
The module according to claim 7, further comprising a shield can received on and substantially surrounding said support and said circuit elements and having a side opening registering with said support recess.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
52 words
The module of claim 9, in which said circuit elements are mounted on said support so as to be within the peripheral confines of said side portions of said support, the interconnecting component being larger than said recess so as to extend out laterally beyond said side portions through said side opening.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
48 words
The module of claim 7, in which said circuit elements are mounted on said support so as to be within the peripheral confines of said side portions of said support, the interconnecting component being larger than said recess so as to extend out laterally beyond said side portions.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
74 words
In combination, a printed circuit board, a pair of L-C modules mounted on said board adjacent one another, means on said board for electrically connecting said modules, each of said modules having a recess open at the side of said module facing the adjacent module, said recesses being aligned to form a cavity, and a coupling coil operatively connected to said module connecting means, separately mounted on said board and received in said cavity.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
74 words
In combination, a printed circuit board, a pair of L-C modules mounted on said board adjacent one another, means on said board for electrically connecting said modules, each of said modules having a recess open at the side of said module facing the adjacent module, said recesses being aligned to form a cavity, and a coupling coil operatively connected to said module connecting means, separately mounted on said board and received in said cavity.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
16 words
The combination of claim 12, in which said coupling coils is mounted on said circuit board.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
22 words
The combination of claim 13, in which said recesses are also open at the bottom of the base portion of said support.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
22 words
The combination of claim 12, in which said recesses are also open at the bottom of the base portion of said support.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
25 words
The combination of claim 12, in which said modules comprise shielded cans substantially surrounding said modules and having side openings registering with said module recesses.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
22 words
The combination of claim 16, in which said recesses are also open at the bottom of the base portion of said support.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
22 words
The combination of claim 16, in which said recesses are also open at the bottom of the base portion of said support.
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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) | 1979-02-23 | 1979-08-25 | 1980-02-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-02-23 | 1983-08-25 | 1984-02-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-02-23 | 1987-08-25 | 1988-02-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |