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Feed-through has polyterminal feature

Feed-through connector with individual solder pots in the polyterminal side provides good connections with small amounts of solder and permits visual inspection of bonds. Polyterminal also provides a friction mechanical bond to position conductors prior to soldering.

Sanders, L. H.↗

Laser beam transmits electric power

Semiconductor laser beam supplies sustained level of electrical power to remote location not served by conventional conductors. This system would be useful where transmission of energy is critical, such as in nuclear reactors, or other hazardous environments.

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Some unique applications of intense magnetic fields

A brief history of our knowledge of ordinary magnetism and electromagnetism is given, from the time of the Roman poet, Lucretius Carus, to the present. Practical examples of magnetic field strength associated with objects familiar to all are discussed, and a frame of reference regarding magnetic field strength is thereby established. The earliest known investigators of intense transient magnetic field manipulation of solid conductor materials are mentioned, and the phenomena described. Systems, apparatus, and basic theory of operation are detailed. The importance of adequate diagnostics is discussed, and some techniques employed are illustrated. The "magnetic sawing" phenomenon is described, and implications explained. Typical applications are shown, including swaging, sizing, sealing. clamping, forming, and other unique neoterisms. A particularly successful application, the magnetomotive sizer, is described in detail, and beneficial application in the Saturn V program is described. Potential industrial applications are prognosticated, and developmental trends are indicated.

Electromagnetic field↗

Reparable, high-density microelectronic module provides effective heat sink

Reparable modular system is used for packaging microelectronic flat packs and miniature discrete components. This three-dimensional compartmented structure incorporates etched phosphor bronze sheets and frames with etched wire conductors. It provides an effective heat sink for electric power dissipation in the absence of convective cooling means.

Carlson, K. J.↗

Protected, high-temperature connecting cable

Ceramic insulated, swaged stainless steel, sheathed, protective atmosphere cable admits electrical leads into an 1800 deg F air-environment test chamber. The cable has some bending capability and provides for nine niobium alloy conductors. An argon purge during the TIG weld closure protects internal wires from oxidation and embrittlement.

Engdahl, R. E.↗

Double copper sheath multiconductor instrumentation cable is durable and easily installed in high thermal or nuclear radiation area

Multiconductor instrumentation cable in which the conducting wires are routed through two concentric copper tube sheaths, employing a compressed insulator between the conductors and between the inner and outer sheaths, is durable and easily installed in high thermal or nuclear radiation area. The double sheath is a barrier against moisture, abrasion, and vibration.

Mc Crae, A. W., Jr.↗

Areas of irregular, discontinuous patterns rapidly and accurately measured

Simple, rapid method measures the surface area of a pattern such as comprised by the conductors on a printed circuit board. A negative or positive film of the circuit layout is placed over a uniformly illuminated translucent surface and the proportion of light transmitted to silicon solar cells is determined.

Munford, J. A.↗

Inspection criteria ensure quality control of parallel gap soldering

Investigation of parallel gap soldering of electrical leads resulted in recommendation on material preparation, equipment, process control, and visual inspection criteria to ensure reliable solder joints. The recommendations will minimize problems in heat-dwell time, amount of solder, bridging conductors, and damage of circuitry.

Burka, J. A.↗

Concept to convert electrical power

Moving fluid conductor transforms electrical power from one voltage to another. The electrically conductive fluid acts as a coupling medium between or among multiple electromagnetic fields producing the conversion.

Ratti, N.↗

Rating of electrical wires in vacuum environments

Electric conductors used in vacuum environments have smaller cross sections. This report provides data on the correct size wire for a required current load in free-air, low-pressure oxygen, and vacuum environments.

Schaefer, J. L.↗