巴西专利BR112012007107B1 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM FOR ENERGIZING DIFFERENT TYPES OF OUTPUT RECEPTACLES, AND E

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international power distribution system to energize different types of output receptacles, international energy distribution, and, electric power distribution system to energize different types of output receptacles a mechanical output system is connected to a power source received by power input cables. the cables connect to cable connectors which, in turn, connect to junction blocks. the junction blocks receive blocks of output receptacles. the receptacle blocks can have several types of sockets, without requiring electrical modifications of the junction blocks.
公开号:BR112012007107B1
申请号:R112012007107-6
申请日:2010-09-07
公开日:2021-04-06
发明作者:Norman R. Byrne；Randell E. Pate；Tomothy J. Warwick
申请人:Byrne Electrical Specialists, Inc.；
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[0001] This application claims and is based on US Provisional Patent Application with serial number 61 / 247,126, filed on September 30, 2009. DECLARATION CONCERNING RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT WITH FEDERAL FINANCING
[0002] Not applicable. REFERENCE TO THE MICROFILM APPENDIX
[0003] Not applicable. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0004] The present invention relates to electrical distribution systems and, more specifically, to systems that employ modular components with the ability to use junction blocks to provide various types of circuit configurations and which electrically connect output receptacle blocks, in order to provide interconnection with various types of international output receptacles. BACKGROUND OF THE TECHNIQUE
[0005] It is known to use energy distribution systems with several types of physical structures, including modular distribution systems for use with wall panels, work surfaces and the like. Such distribution systems may include what are often characterized as conductive systems, although real "conductors" may not be used. Conductor distribution systems can include a plurality of cables and junction blocks, where the junction blocks have the ability to be selectively interconnected to one or more electrical outlet receptacles mounted on the junction blocks. The received energy is supplied to the junction blocks (and to the interconnected output receptacles) by means of power cables that can be "attached" to the junction blocks or otherwise releasably connectable to the junction blocks.
[0006] The receptacles can be positioned on one or two opposite sides of the junction blocks. In addition, the output receptacles may be in the form of isolated or "simplex" output receptacles. Alternatively, it is known how to form "bundles" of outgoing receptacles in "receptacle blocks". A receptacle block can include two (ie, duplex), three (ie, triplex) or more receptacles.
[0007] In addition, the junction blocks and receptacles can be formed as a single unit, being manufactured together or otherwise assembled together at the factory. These configurations are typically characterized as being "integral" units, or junction blocks and output receptacles that are "fixed" together. Alternatively, the receptacles (or blocks of receptacles) can be releasably, mechanically and electrically coupled together "in place" (ie, where the distribution system is actually being installed and will be used).
[0008] There are several problematic issues regarding the use of power distribution systems with electrical receptacles. During the past two decades, a substantial amount of research and development has been directed at conductors, junction blocks and receptacles, means of interconnecting junction blocks and receptacles and assembling junction blocks inside conductors. One aspect of the increasing use of electrical energy concerns circuit loads. Any specific electrical circuit is limited to conducting a finite energy load. Previously, when electricity was not used as much as it is today, a single electrical circuit interconnected to a power receiving source was typically sufficient to handle energy needs. Consequently, cabling within stationary or mobile walls (or other cabling configurations) could comprise only two (phase and neutral) or three (phase, neutral and earth) wires, in which the receptacle blocks had simplex or duplex receptacles typically wired directly to the circuit with two or three input wires. Currently, however, it is advantageous to employ systems that have an energy input source that comprises several electrical circuits. The development of modular systems was conveniently provided to enable various configurations and circuit reconfigurations in the places of use.
[0009] The design of the power distribution system often requires, for example, a reasonable balance of loads between the input circuits. Having the capacity for multiple circuits, however, raised other electrical cabling issues. Several junction blocks and output receptacle blocks can be mounted, for example, within different conductors of a modular system, with the wiring and terminal bars configured to interconnect the output receptacles to one of the several specific circuits available. Over time, however, electrical power loads can change, resulting in load balancing and similar problems. These changes may require circuit reconfigurations that involve substantial rewiring and "replacement" of junction blocks, receptacles and other electrical components with other devices that have different wire configurations and terminal bars to accommodate circuit changes. In the past, many junction block and receptacle designs could handle only a single input power circuit (and pass the input circuit "forward on the line"). To connect junction blocks and receptacles to different circuits, it was necessary to use junction blocks wired differently and receptacles wired differently.
[0010] Currently, however, junction blocks are commercially available that provide the ability to receive (and pass) energy received from various circuits. Even so, even with several circuits received for the junction blocks, however, different output receptacle modules were needed to provide electrical connections for different separate circuits. A disadvantage of this arrangement was the fact that a separate supply receptacle module must be maintained and a receptacle module of the appropriate type must be found each time a change is made to a different circuit layout. This presented substantial inconveniences for the user and required separate and substantial storage of the parts.
[0011] A substantial advance has been made with respect to receptacle blocks that have multiple output receptacles and can be arranged for use with various circuit configurations in Commonly Owned Byrne U.S. Patent No. 7,410,379, issued on August 12 of 2008. In Bryne's patent, output receptacle blocks were provided that have circuit means for electrical and selective coupling of the receptacle blocks to means of power supply through the junction blocks, in a plurality of special orientations. In this way, any one of a plurality of power supply circuits can be coupled to the receptacle blocks.
[0012] In addition to the issues associated with various circuit configurations, there are also issues relating to the modularity and design of power distribution with respect to different "types" of receptacles, with respect to power, data and other power connectors. This means that the junction blocks are wired to be physically and electrically connectable to a specific "type" of receptacle block, at least with respect to the physical structure and cabling. Consequently, the junction blocks and the internal wiring of receptacle blocks are configured so that they are electrically connected to only one type of output receptacle configuration. In the past, this limitation with respect to the use of specific output receptacles has not posed any significant problems, as the power distribution systems have typically been designed for use in a specific country. In the United States, for example, the vast majority of power distribution systems and electrical appliances use a very limited number of types of electrical outlet receptacles.
[0013] With trade and the global economy, however, energy distribution systems are being marketed and used in a plurality of developed and developing countries. With known systems, however, power distribution systems wired differently (with respect to junction blocks and other modular electrical components) must be wired and configured differently, depending on the electrical needs of the specific country in which the systems will be used. Different countries have a substantial amount of different types of cabling and output receptacle needs. Consequently, it would be advantageous if a system could be developed that could accommodate different users in different countries, while maintaining modularity and a limited number of electrical components that need to have different cabling configurations.
[0014] The following paragraphs briefly describe certain known systems that use various types of modular electrical components, both within wall panels, various conductor configurations and other system designs.
[0015] An example of a prior art system is illustrated in Propst et al, United States Patent No. 4,382,648, issued on March 10, 1983. In the Propst et al system, corresponding connectors of opposite panels are fitted when the panels are aligned in a straight line. When the panels are positioned at the intersection, specially manufactured couplers are used. A special type of coupler is used when the panels are positioned at right angles. Another type is used with adjacent panels arranged at different angles than right angles. Consequently, it is necessary to maintain expensive coupler inventory. The Propst et al system uses a double set of connectors that comprises a male and female connector for each conductor to be interconnected. When a single of these prior art panels intersects two adjacent panels, one of the specially manufactured couplers connects the female terminals to one of the adjacent panels and another of the couplers connects the male terminals to the adjacent panel.
[0016] An additional system is described in Driscoll, US Patent No. 4,135,775, issued on January 23, 1979. In the Driscoll system, each panel is equipped with an electrical outlet box in its conductor. Panels with different widths are equipped with a pair of female connectors. The outlet boxes of adjacent panels are interconnected by means of flexible cables that have male connectors at both ends. When three or four panels are joined at intersection, two cables can be connected to the pair of female connectors at one end of an outlet box. In this way, it is possible to connect two adjacent panels.
[0017] With respect to the two systems above and unlike the intersecting relationship, half of the double set of terminals of these systems is superfluous. There is a distinct disadvantage in today's systems, in which several independent electrical circuits are required in a wall panel system, where each requires separate connectors. The space for these circuits and their connectors is very limited in the conductor areas of modern thin-line wall panels.
[0018] There are also other systems with regard to electrical connectors, junction boxes and the like. Rodrigues, US Patent No. 1,187,010, issued on June 13, 1916, for example, describes a detachable and interchangeable electrical switching plug adapted for use in connection with various electrical heating devices. A stapling device is fixed in a fixed but detachable relationship to one end of the plug. Means for wrapping and preventing acute bending of the cord are provided which comprise a flexible casing tube secured under tension by the other end of the stapling device. The plug and the stapling device can be removed from the socket simultaneously.
[0019] Finizie, United States Patent No. 2,540,575, issued on February 6, 1951, describes a cord orientation means for tool plugs. The concept is to reduce wear on the cord and plug and provide a connection that will withstand strains by strong pulls without damage. Tug relief is also provided. A sectional body is anteriorly equipped, adjacent to one end of the body with terminals. The other end of the body contains a socket or anterior chamber. A pivot cord orientation member that has a pivot member is movably mounted on the socket. A wedge-shaped pull release insert is received inside a wedge-shaped recess in the pivot member. A cord extends over the pivot member and includes wires that run from the cord towards the terminals. The parts received from the wires are moved around the insert and firmly fixed in wedge inside the recess.
[0020] Byrne, U.S. Patent No. 4,551,577, issued November 5, 1985, describes a retractable energy center. The power center provides electrical power source receptacles in convenient locations adapted for mounting on a work surface. In one embodiment, the energy center includes a rectangular shelter received inside a crack in a work surface. A stapling arrangement is used to secure the shelter to the work surface. A lower extrusion is connected to the bottom of the shelter. A mobile power conductor mounts the receptacles and a latch assembly reliably maintains a conductor in a closed and retracted position. In response to manual activation, the lock assembly is released and tensioned springs between the conductor and the extrusion exert forces to extend the conductor upwards in an open open position. In the open position, the user can energize the desired electrical devices from the receptacles and then lower the conductor to the stowed position.
[0021] Byrne, United States Patent No. 4,959,021, issued on September 25, 1990, describes a pivot power supply connector that has a pivot connector adapted for connection to a flexible cable or conductor. The cable has a plurality of conductors that extend through it. The connector is pivoted to a block assembly through which the conductors extend. The block assembly, in turn, is connectable to a contact block, with the conductors connected conductively to a set of fork terminals that extend outwardly from the block. A cover is attached to the block in order to avoid the exposure of the fork terminals during assembly and disassembly.
[0022] The cover automatically exposes the fork terminals as the power supply connector is moved to fit with a receptacle on a modular office panel. The connector allows the conductor or cable to be rotated in an arc of about 180 degrees to any desired position. The connector is also manually removable from the interconnection with the block assembly. This removal allows you to pull the conductor or the conductor cable and cut it to a desired length. The connector includes a power supply cover that can be used, in part, to hold the connector in any of two spatial configurations with respect to the block assembly.
[0023] Nienhuis et al, United States Patent No. 5,013,252, issued on May 7, 1991, describes an electrified wall panel system that has a power distribution server located inside a wall panel unit. The server includes four receptacle module ports oriented in an h-shaped configuration. A first receptacle door is positioned on the first side of the wall panel unit and opens towards a first end of the unit. A second receptacle unit is also positioned on the first side of the wall panel unit and opens towards a second end of the wall panel unit. A third receptacle door and a second side wall panel unit open towards the first end of the wall panel unit, while correspondingly a fourth receptacle door on the second side of the wall panel unit opens towards the second end of the wall panel unit. First and second harnesses are electrically connected at their first ends to the power distribution server. They extend to opposite ends of the wall panel unit and include connector ports on their second ends to provide electrical interconnection of adjacent wall panel units. The Nienhuis et al patent also describes a system with a wall panel connector that can be used interchangeably with the interconnection of two, three or four units. The connector includes a hook member for connecting adjacent vertical members of frames of adjacent wall panel units to one of its lower parts. A connection sketch of adjacent vertical members of frames or adjacent wall panel units is provided and an odd proportion of them is provided by means of their vertical displacement.
[0024] Lincoln et al, United States Patent No. 5,073,120, issued on December 17, 1991, describes a power distribution set that has a terminal distribution connector. The connector includes a plurality of terminals positioned inside an electrically insulated housing. Several electrical terminals are positioned in the shelter to distribute more than one electrical circuit. At least one earth terminal, one neutral terminal and three phase terminals are provided. A grounded cover partially surrounds the terminal connector and includes a grounding tab that grounds the earth terminal to the metal grounding cover. In another embodiment, two terminal connectors are interconnected, in order to provide a greater number of output ports.
[0025] Byrne, U.S. Patent No. 5,096,431, issued March 17, 1992, describes an output receptacle with redeterminable terminals. The receptacle is equipped with output terminals for selected positions, for fitting with terminals of an electrical junction block. The block includes a plurality of terminals that represent a plurality of different electrical circuits. The receptacle block contains flexible, neutral, ground, and positive conductive bars electrically connected to neutral, ground, and positive electrical terminals. The input terminals of the block are formed integrally with the flexible conductive bars and levers are provided to move the terminal ends of the conductive bars to physically different positions. In one configuration, the receptacle block housing is equipped with openings at opposite ends and the flexible conductive bars have lever-controlled terminal ends at both ends of the exit receptacle block. In another configuration, the block contains output terminals on a front wall and the input terminals of the receptacle block are formed as ends of the flexible bars and extend at an angle of about ninety degrees to the bars. They also send through the openings in the rear wall of the output receptacle for fitting with terminals of a junction block. Levers are provided on the rear wall of the receptacle block to position the terminal ends in alignment with terminals other than the junction block and openings in the form of windows on the front wall expose indices on the levers that identify selected circuits.
[0026] Byrne, U.S. Patent No. 5,096,434, issued March 17, 1992, describes an electrical interconnect assembly for use in wall panels of a space dividing wall system. The system includes junction blocks that have several receptacle connectors, in order to provide a plurality of electrical outputs on both sides of a wall panel. The junction block is connected via conductors that extend from the two ends of the junction block to connector blocks in the opposite direction for connection to adjacent panels. The set of junction blocks and connector blocks allows the supply of electrical energy to one end of the panel and its conduction to and through the junction block to other panels. Each of the receptacle connectors on the junction block has a type of terminal configuration, such as a female electrical terminal configuration. One of the connector blocks is equipped with the identical terminal configuration. The other connector block has a coincident terminal configuration, such as a male electrical terminal configuration. When two panels are joined at their corresponding ends, the male connector block can be easily connected to the female connector block on the adjacent panel. When two panels are joined to a third panel, all at one point, the arrangement according to the present invention allows the connection of the male connector block to the female connector block of one of the other two panels and the male connector of the other of the two panels can be connected to one of the receptacle connectors of the junction block over any of the other two panels, in order to establish a three-way interconnection arrangement. Similarly, a quarter or more additional panels can be added to the junction and connected to other panel receptacle outlets to provide a panel layout that is fully electrically interconnected.
[0027] Snodgrass et al, United States Patent No. 5,164,544, issued on November 17, 1992, describes an electrified space divider panel that has a panel member, conductor, electrical or modular system arranged in a conductor and conductor covers to gain access to the system. The system includes a single terminal block that has rear and side sockets, in which the first and second electrical receptacles are removably fitted, respectively, with the rear socket and the side sockets, in such a way that the first and second electrical receptacles are arranged in a horizontally spaced side-by-side relationship and protrude outward by light dimensions previously determined through receptacle openings in one of the conductor covers. The conductor may include a web that has an opening that cooperates with a support flap over the first receptacle during the fitting of the first receptacle with a rear socket, in order to provide additional lateral support to the electrical receptacle when a plug is removed from it.
[0028] Kilparick et al, US Patent No. 5,178,555, issued on January 12, 1993, describes a kit that includes a junction box for installation along a conductor. The kit includes a mounting handle that has a first adjustable mounting mechanism to position the handle along the conductor. This provides an initial fit and a second adjustable mounting mechanism is provided to secure the junction box to the mounting handle. This adjustable position the junction box along the mounting handle and provides a second or final adjustment to precisely position the junction box between two previously measured cable lengths.
[0029] Byrne, US Patent No. 5,259,787, issued on November 9, 1993, describes an electrical junction block assembly set that can be used to assemble the junction block inside a conductor. The set includes an oscillating shaft formed on an outer wall of the junction block. This shaft is equipped with a channel that extends transversely to fit with a support structure. The shaft is fixed to the junction block by means of an elastic hinge section and is equipped with a first arm section that extends between the hinge section and the channel and a second arm section that extends beyond the channel. The first arm section has an inclined surface that slopes away from the outer channel between the pivot section of the panel. The second section with arms has an inclined surface towards the wall beyond the channel. The surfaces will come into contact with a mounting rail or similar structure during the installation of the junction block. In this way, the suspended articulated axle undergoes deflection until the rail is in alignment with the channel for fitting with the structural support member. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0030] According to the present invention, an international energy distribution system is adapted for use to energize output receptacles of different types. The power distribution system includes a set of input power cables connected to a received power source. Several junction block assemblies are also provided, in which at least one of the assemblies is electrically coupled, directly or indirectly, to the received energy source. Several sets of cables are electrically and mechanically interconnected to at least a subset of the junction block assemblies. Junction block assemblies include means for receiving receptacles capable of energizing, from the received energy source, a plurality of different alternative international output receptacles that have various types of output sockets, without the need for any electrical modification or mechanics of junction block assemblies.
[0031] In one aspect, the output receptacles include a type F output receptacle. According to another aspect of the present invention, the output receptacles comprise a Type I receptacle, which has a ground pin and a pair of live pins arranged in V-shape. In addition, the output receptacles may comprise a Type J receptacle. In addition, the output receptacles may include a Type B NEMA 5 receptacle. In addition, the output receptacles may comprise a Type B receptacle. In addition, the output receptacles may comprise a Type G or 13 amp receptacle.
[0032] According to other aspects of the present invention, each of the junction block assemblies may comprise a junction block and a pair of junction block end connectors positioned at opposite ends of the junction block. The receptacle receiving means are located inside the junction blocks. Each of the junction block sets can include at least one junction block. The receptacle receiving means may include, for each of the junction blocks, a pair of receiving sections located on one face of the junction block to receive a pair of the exit receptacles. Each of the pair of output receptacles can be of a different type and configuration from the other of the pair of output receptacles.
[0033] In addition, with each of the junction block assemblies comprising a junction block, the receptacle receiving means may comprise a set of three receiving sections for each of the junction blocks, located on one face of the junction block, for receive three of the output receptacles. Each of the three output receptacles may be of a different type and configuration from the other two of the three output receptacles. In addition, each of the junction block assemblies may include a junction block and the receptacle receiving means may comprise, for at least one of the junction blocks, a set of four receiving sections located on one face of the junction block. The receiving sections receive four of the output receptacles, where each of the output receptacles is of a different type and configuration from the other three output receptacles.
[0034] At least a subset of the cable assemblies may comprise jumper cable assemblies, where each of the jumper cable assemblies has a cable connected at its ends to a pair of opposite terminal connectors. In addition, at least a subset of the output receptacles can be polarized. In addition, the received power cable assembly may correspond, in structure and configuration, to at least a subset of the plurality of cable assemblies.
[0035] The power distribution system may include means of interconnecting a pair of cable assemblies in an electrical and mechanical structure to one of the terminal connectors of one of the subsets of the junction block assemblies. In addition, the means of interconnecting a pair of cable assemblies may include a quadruple connector. In addition, the energy distribution system may include means for coupling each of the junction blocks of the subset of the junction blocks to a vertically arranged wall element. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES
[0036] The present invention will now be described with reference to the figures, in which: Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a pair of work surfaces that have junction blocks and blocks of electrical receptacles according to the present invention; Fig. 2 is an enlarged view of part of the illustration shown in Fig. 1; Fig. 3 is a perspective view of a pair of adjacent wall panels and electrical interconnect assemblies arranged on the panels, wherein the interconnect assemblies are part of a distribution system according to the present invention; Fig. 4 is an enlarged view of part of the distribution system shown in Fig. 3 and formed specifically within the circle 4 of Fig. 3; Fig. 5 is a rear view of a junction block according to the present invention; Fig. 6 is a plan view of a junction block according to the present invention; Fig. 7 is a left side elevation view of a junction block according to the present invention; Fig. 8 is a front elevation view of a junction block according to the present invention, with the absence of any electrical receptacle blocks; Fig. 9 is a right side elevation view of the junction block of Fig. 8; Fig. 10 is a bottom side view of the junction block shown in Fig. 8; Fig. 11 is a perspective view of all components of a junction block according to the present invention, showing the terminal bar configuration for the phase, neutral and earth connectors as they are inserted into the block junction; Fig. 12 is an additional view of all the components of the junction block according to the present invention, showing the terminal bars in place, where the end connectors and the front cover are in position to be connected under the base of the junction block; Fig. 13 is a front perspective view of the fully assembled junction block; Fig. 14 is a rear perspective view of the junction block shown in Fig. 13; Fig. 15 is a rear elevation view of a first international receptacle that can be used in accordance with the present invention; Fig. 16 is a plan view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 15; Fig. 17 is a rear left side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 15; Fig. 18 is a front elevation view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 15; Fig. 19 is a rear right side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 15; Fig. 20 is a bottom side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 15; Fig. 21 is a rear elevation view of a second outlet receptacle according to the present invention, wherein the receptacle has a trident configuration; Fig. 22 is a plan view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 21; Fig. 23 is a rear left side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 21; Fig. 24 is a front elevation view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 21, which illustrates the three terminals for receiving three teeth from an electrical plug; Fig. 25 is a rear right side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 21; Fig. 26 is a bottom side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 21; Fig. 27 is a rear elevation view of a third embodiment of a receptacle according to the present invention, wherein the receptacle has three sockets for receiving circular teeth from a plug; Fig. 28 is a plan view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 27; Fig. 29 is a rear left side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 27; Fig. 30 is a front elevation view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 27, which shows the three circular sockets for receiving circular plug teeth; Fig. 31 is a rear right side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 27; Fig. 32 is a bottom side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 27; Fig. 33 is a rear elevation view of a fourth embodiment of a receptacle according to the present invention, in which the receptacles have three sockets, in which one of the sockets has a T-shaped configuration; Fig. 34 is a plan view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 33; Fig. 35 is a rear left side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 33; Fig. 36 is a front elevation view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 33; Fig. 37 is a rear right side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 33; Fig. 38 is a bottom side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 33; Fig. 39 is a rear elevation view of a fifth embodiment of a receptacle according to the present invention; Fig. 40 is a plan view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 39; Fig. 41 is a left rear side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 39; Fig. 42 is a front elevation view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 3 9 and showing a set of three sockets that have a polarized configuration; Fig. 43 is a rear right side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 39; Fig. 44 is a bottom side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 39; Fig. 45 is a rear elevation view of a sixth embodiment of a receptacle according to the present invention; Fig. 46 is a plan view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 45; Fig. 47 is a rear left side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 45; Fig. 48 is a front elevation view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 45 and showing the receptacle with a three-socket configuration; Fig. 49 is a rear right side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 45; Fig. 50 is a bottom side view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 45; Fig. 51 is a view of all components of the second embodiment of a receptacle according to the present invention, as shown in Figs. 21 to 26, in which Fig. 51 shows the receptacle cover and the base outlet housing and shows the clamp terminals before interconnection; Fig. 51A is similar to Fig. 51, but shows the terminal connector clips in connected configuration; Fig. 51B is an enlarged view of the area identified by circle 51B in Fig. 51; Fig. 51C is an enlarged view of the area identified by circle 51C in Fig. 51A; Fig. 52 is a side sectional view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 51, showing the receptacle cover plate before interconnecting with the receptacle base housing; Fig. 53 is an enlarged view of the area identified by circle 53 of Fig. 52; Fig. 54 is a sectional view similar to Fig. 52, but showing the cover plate as it is releasably attached to the base housing of the receptacle; Fig. 55 is an enlarged view of the area identified by circle 55 in Fig. 54; Fig. 56 is a perspective view of the mounted receptacle originally shown in Figs. 21-16; Fig. 57 is a bottom side perspective view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 56; Fig. 58 is a perspective view of a receptacle assembled as shown previously in Figs. 39 to 44; Fig. 59 is a bottom side perspective view of the receptacle as shown in Fig. 58; Fig. 60 is a perspective view of an assembled receptacle corresponding to the receptacle illustrated previously in Figs. 33 to 37; Fig. 61 is a bottom side perspective view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 60; Fig. 62 is a perspective view of the mounted receptacle shown previously in Figs. 45 to 49; Fig. 63 is a bottom side perspective view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 62; Fig. 64 is a perspective view of the fully assembled receptacle shown previously in Figs. 27 to 32; Fig. 65 is a view of all components of the receptacle shown in Fig. 64, which shows the receptacle cover plate as it is being assembled next to the base housing of the receptacle; Fig. 66 is a bottom side perspective view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 64; Fig. 67 is a perspective view of all components of the receptacle illustrated previously in Figs. 15 to 20, which illustrates the receptacle cover plate as it is being assembled with the receptacle base housing; Fig. 68 is a perspective view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 67, but shown in a fully assembled state; Fig. 69 is a bottom side perspective view of the receptacle shown in Fig. 68; Fig. 70 is a view of all components showing the second receptacle illustrated previously in Figs. 21 to 26 as it is inserted into a junction block; Fig. 70A is a perspective view similar to Fig. 70, but showing the second receptacle and the junction block in an assembled state; Fig. 70B is an enlarged view of the part of Fig. 70A identified by circle 70B; Fig. 71 is a view of all components of the first receptacle illustrated previously in Figs. 15 to 20 as it is inserted into a junction block; Fig. 72 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 72, but showing the first receptacle in a fully assembled state with the junction block; Fig. 73 is a perspective view of a junction block showing its use with the first receptacle shown in Figs. 15 to 20 and the third receptacle shown in Figs. 27 to 32; Fig. 74 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 73, but showing the junction block in use with the third receptacle shown in Figs. 27 to 32 and the second receptacle shown in Figs. 21 to 26; Fig. 75 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 74, but showing the junction block in use with the second receptacle shown in Figs. 21 to 26 and the first receptacle shown in Figs. 15 to 20; Fig. 76 is a perspective view of another embodiment of a junction block according to the present invention, which exhibits the ability to receive three receptacles and specifically displays use with the second receptacle (Figs. 21 to 26), first receptacle (Figs. 15 to 20) and third receptacle (Figs. 27 to 32); Fig. 77 is a perspective view of an additional embodiment of a junction block according to the present invention, which shows the junction block as being adapted to receive four receptacles and which expressly displays its use with two of the third receptacles (Figs. 27 to 32) and two of the first receptacles (Figs. 15 to 20); Fig. 78 illustrates a rear perspective view of a junction block according to the present invention and shows it additionally in a view of all components with connection screws positioned in order to connect a back plate to the junction block; Fig. 79 shows the junction block of Fig. 7 8 in a fully assembled position; Fig. 80 is a rear elevation view of a cable connector according to the present invention; Fig. 81 is a plan view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 80; Fig. 82 is a rear left side view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 80; Fig. 83 is a front elevation view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 80; Fig. 84 is a rear right side view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 80; Fig. 85 is a bottom side view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 80; Fig. 86 is a view of all components of the cable connector shown in Figs. 80 to 85 and which displays the position of the cable and blade terminals as they are received inside the cable connector housing; Fig. 87 is a view similar to Fig. 86, but shows the cables and end blades connected under the cable connector; Fig. 88 is a perspective view of all components of the cable connector shown in Figs. 80 to 85 and which expressly displays the position of the screws or rivets used to assemble the sides of the cable connector housing; Fig. 89 is a right side perspective view of the fully assembled cable connector shown in Fig. 88; Fig. 90 is a bottom side perspective view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 89; Fig. 91 is a rear perspective view of a female cable connector according to the present invention; Fig. 92 is a plan view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 91; Fig. 93 is a rear left side view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 91; Fig. 94 is a front elevation view of the female cable connector shown in Fig. 91; Fig. 95 is a rear right side view of the female cable connector shown in Fig. 91; Fig. 96 is a lower side sectional view of the cable connector shown in Fig. 91; Fig. 97 is a perspective view of all components of the female cable connector shown in Fig. 91, which shows the cable and the female end blades as they are received inside the cable connector housing; Fig. 98 shows the cable and female terminals as they are received inside the cable connector housing; Fig. 99 is a perspective view of the female cable connector shown in Fig. 91 showing the two halves of the shelter being connected to each other by means of screws or rivets; Fig. 100 is a front perspective view of the fully assembled female cable connector as shown in Fig. 99; Fig. 101 is a bottom side perspective view of the female cable connector shown in Fig. 100; Fig. 102 is a perspective view of a full connector cable with male and female ends according to the present invention; Fig. 103 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 102, but in opposite configuration, showing the connector cable according to the present invention; Fig. 104 is a perspective view of a junction block according to the present invention, which has two receptacles and shows the junction block in shape with all components with cable connector ends positioned to be received by connectors junction block terminals; Fig. 105 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 104 identified within circle 105; Fig. 106 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 104, but showing the junction block in a fully assembled position with respect to the ends of the connector cable; Fig. 107 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 106 identified by circle 107; Fig. 108 is an enlarged view showing the position of a junction block connector while a cable connector end is to be received; Fig. 109 is a view similar to Fig. 108, but showing the junction block connector and the end of the connector cable in a fully assembled position; Fig. 110 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 109; Fig. 111 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 108; Fig. 112 is a sectional view showing a view of all components of a male cable connector end that is received by a female cable connector end of another connector cable; Fig. 113 is a view of all components of a part of Fig. 112, identified by circle 113; Fig. 114 is a sectional view similar to Fig. 112, but showing the ends of the cable connector in a fully assembled position; Fig. 115 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 114 identified by circle 115; Fig. 116 is a sectional view similar to Fig. 112; Fig. 117 is an enlarged view showing the part of Fig. 116 identified by circle 117; Fig. 118 is a sectional view similar to Fig. 116, but showing the ends of the cable connector as partially assembled; Fig. 119 is an enlarged view of the part of Fig. 118 identified by circle 119; Fig. 120 is a sectional view similar to Fig. 118, but showing the ends of the cable connector in a fully assembled position; Fig. 121 is an enlarged view of a part of Fig. 120 identified by circle 121; Fig. 122 is a rear elevation view of a power input connector according to the present invention; Fig. 123 is a plan view of the power input connector shown in Fig. 122; Fig. 124 is a left side elevation view of the power input connector shown in Fig. 122; Fig. 125 is a front elevation view of the power connector shown in Fig. 122; Fig. 126 is a right side elevation view of the power connector shown in Fig. 122; Fig. 127 is a bottom side view of the power connector shown in Fig. 122; Fig. 128 is a view of all components that show various elements of the power connector shown in Fig. 122; Fig. 129 is a view of all the additional components of the power connector shown in Fig. 122, which shows the relative placement of fuses; Fig. 130 is a view of all the additional components of the power connector shown in Fig. 122, which shows the placement of the fuse cover for mounting; Fig. 131 is a perspective view of the power connector shown in Fig. 122, which displays the power input wires in position so that they are received by the connectors of the power connector 122; Fig. 132 is a perspective view showing the received power wires mounted next to the power connector 122; Fig. 133 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 132 identified by circle 133; Fig. 134 is a perspective view of the fully assembled power input connector shown in Fig. 122; Fig. 135 is a perspective view of all components of the power input connector shown in Fig. 122, with a pair of connector cable ends positioned to be received by the power input connector; Fig. 136 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 13 5, showing one end of the connector cable being received by the power input connector; Fig. 137 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 135, showing the connector ends of the cable in a fully assembled position with the power input connector; Fig. 138 is a rear elevation view of a connector end assembly according to the present invention; Fig. 139 is a plan view of the connector end assembly shown in Fig. 138; Fig. 140 is a rear left side view of the connector terminal shown in Fig. 138; Fig. 141 is a front elevation view of the connector terminal shown in Fig. 138; Fig. 142 is a perspective view of the connector terminal shown in Fig. 138; Fig. 143 is a bottom side view of the connector terminal shown in Fig. 13 8; Fig. 144 is a rear elevation view of an isolated connector terminal unit that can be used with the connector terminal assembly shown in Fig. 138; Fig. 145 is a plan view of the connector terminal unit shown in Fig. 144; Fig. 146 is a left side rear view of the connector terminal unit; Fig. 147 is a front elevation view of the connector terminal unit; Fig. 148 is a rear right side view of the connector terminal unit; Fig. 149 is a bottom side view of the connector terminal unit; Fig. 150 is a view of all components showing a set of three connector terminal units as they would initially be positioned for mounting on the connector terminal set shown in Fig. 138; Fig. 151 is a view of all additional components similar to Fig. 150, which additionally shows the positioning of the connector terminal units for mounting with the connector terminal assembly; Fig. 152 is a perspective view of the connector terminal assembly shown in Fig. 138, in a fully assembled position; Fig. 153 is an additional perspective view of the connector terminal assembly shown in Fig. 152, but showing the terminal assembly in an opposite direction; Fig. 154 is a view of all components of a junction block that can be used in accordance with the present invention and that additionally exhibits a cover plate that can be assembled with the junction block; Fig. 155 is a perspective view similar to Fig. 154, but showing the cover plate mounted next to the junction block and showing side connectors that can be used to fix receptacles inside the junction block and cover plate; Fig. 156 is a front elevation view of the junction block and cover plate as shown in Fig. 155; Fig. 157 is a sectional view taken along section lines 157-157 of Fig. 156; Fig. 158 is a perspective view of the cover plate and junction block and side connectors in a fully assembled position; Fig. 159 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 158 identified by circle 159; Fig. 160 is a perspective view of all components showing how a junction block and receptacles according to the present invention can be mounted to a side frame using connecting screws and the like; Fig. 161 is a perspective view of all components similar to Fig. 160, but showing the junction block with a cover plate and receptacles and their positioning so as to be mounted in a rectangular groove within a front plate or similar; Fig. 162 is a side view rotated ninety degrees of a junction block and a cover plate according to the present invention, showing its position with a relatively thin front plate having an X dimension; Fig. 163 is a side view similar to Fig. 162, but showing the junction block and cover plate in use with a front plate that has a relatively thicker Y dimension; Fig. 164 is a side view similar to Figs. 162 and 163, but which shows the use of the cover plate and junction block with a front plate with an even greater thickness Z; Fig. 165 is a rear rear elevation of a side connector of the junction block of Fig. 161, used to retain the junction block in a slot in a front plate or the like; Fig. 166 is a left side elevation of the side connector of Fig. 165; Fig. 167 is a top plan view of the side connector of Fig. 165; Fig. 168 is a rear rear elevation of the side connector of Fig. 165; Fig. 169 is a bottom plan view of the side connector of Fig. 165; Fig. 170 is a right side elevation of the side connector of Fig. 165; Fig. 171 is another bottom plan view of the side connector of Fig. 169; Fig. 172 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 171 identified by circle 172; Fig. 173 is a bottom plan view of another side connector, shown with its elastic tabs in a compressed configuration; Fig. 174 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 173 identified by circle 174; Fig. 175 is a bottom plan view of another side connector, shown with its tabs in expanded configuration; Fig. 176 is a view of all components of the part of Fig. 175 identified by circle 176; Fig. 177 is another rear rear elevation of a side connector of the junction block of Fig. 161, used to retain the junction block in a slot inside a front plate or similar, and shown with its tabs in a compressed configuration ; Fig. 178 is a left side elevation of the side connector of Fig. 177; Fig. 179 is a top plan view of the side connector of Fig. 177; Fig. 180 is a rear rear elevation of the side connector of Fig. 177; Fig. 181 is a top plan view of the side connector of Fig. 177; and Fig. 182 is a right side elevation of the side connector of Fig. 177. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0037] The principles according to the present invention are described, by way of example, within international outlet systems that provide various outlet receptacle configurations. International output systems according to certain aspects of the present invention use junction blocks and cable connectors, in which several communication and power outputs can be selectively and electrically interconnected to junction blocks. In this way, a common junction block can be used for several international outputs. These principles of the present invention will be described with respect to the systems illustrated in Figs. 1 to 164.
[0038] To provide an example background of where international exit systems according to the present invention can be used, Fig. 1 illustrates an international work surface exit system 100. As shown in Fig. 1, the exit system International work surface 100 is being used with a pair of work surfaces 102. Positioned below the top surface of each of the work surfaces 102 is a conductor 104. Each of the conductors 104 can be positioned and include components appropriate to support various elements of the international exit system 100.
[0039] With respect to the output system 100 itself, it includes an incoming power input connector 106 that can be connected to an external received power source (not shown). Connected to the power input connector 106, there is a pair of power input cables 108. The cables 108 are connected via power input cable connectors 110. The opposite ends of the power input cables 108 are connected to opposite power input cable connectors 112. Each of the opposite power input cable connectors 112 is electrically and physically releasably connected to a junction block 114. This connection occurs at one end of the power blocks junction 114. Connector cable assemblies 116 are connected at one end to the opposite end of each of the junction block 114. The opposite end of connector cable assemblies 116 is electrically connected to an additional set of junction block 114. This interconnection power can continue over a significant number of connector cable assemblies 116 into junction blocks 114, in order to provide a distribution set for the d two energy systems and communication systems.
[0040] Each of the connector cable sets 116 includes terminal connectors 118. Terminal connector 118 includes a first terminal connector 120 and a second terminal connector 122. The interconnection of the first and second terminal connectors 120, 122 is a 124 cable. It will be noted that, if desired and in accordance with certain embodiments of international output systems in accordance with the present invention, one of the terminal connectors 118 can be a female terminal connector, while the opposite terminal connector 118 can be a male terminal connector. In this regard, it is also noted that each of the junction blocks 114 includes a pair of terminal connectors 126. The junction block terminal connectors 126 can include a first junction block terminal connector 128 and a second junction block terminal connector. opposite 130. As will be evident from the description below, it is convenient that one of the junction block terminal connectors 126 is a female terminal connector, while the opposite junction block terminal connector 126 is a male terminal connector.
[0041] As is particularly shown in Fig. 2, junction blocks 114 can be used to selectively receive receptacle blocks 132. With junction block 114 shown in Fig. 2, a pair of exit receptacle blocks 132 is displayed comprising a first outlet receptacle block 134 having a specific first outlet configuration and a second outlet electrical receptacle block 136 having a different outlet electrical configuration.
[0042] An additional international outlet system according to the present invention is described herein as a wall panel outlet system 140 illustrated in Figs. 3 and 4. The international wall panel outlet system 140 is adapted for use with furniture such as the wall panels 142 and 144 shown in Fig. 3. Although not shown in Figs. 3 and 4, the various components of the wall panel output system 140 can be received within conductors or the like (not shown) associated with the inner side of the wall panels 142, 144. In the specific configuration shown in Figs. 3 and 4, system 140 includes an incoming power input connector 106, with a single power input cable 108. Power input cable 108 includes a power input cable connector 110 and a power cable connector opposite power input 112. As additionally shown in Fig. 3, system 140 includes a set of five junction blocks 114. Also included is a set of four sets of connector cables 116, where sets of connector cables 116 are capable of to have different lengths. In addition, power input cable 108 can also be configured substantially identical to any of the connector cable sets 116. An element that is illustrated in Fig. 3, but not shown in Fig. 1 or 2, is the connector terminal assembly 146. As shown in Fig. 3 and in an enlarged view in Fig. 4, the connector terminal assembly 146 provides the ability to receive two terminal connectors from cable connectors and connect both to a junction block terminal connector 126. Again, this is particularly shown in Fig. 4.
[0043] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that further embodiments of electrical assemblies in accordance with the present invention can be designed. This means that the principles of an electrical assembly in accordance with the present invention are not limited to the specific embodiments described herein. Consequently, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that modifications and other variations of the illustrative embodiments of the present invention described above can be made without abandoning the spirit and scope of the innovative concepts of the present invention.

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Claims (33)
[0001]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM FOR ENERGIZING DIFFERENT TYPES OF OUTPUT RECEPTACLES, the said energy distribution system characterized by comprises: - a set of received power cable connected to a received power source; - a plurality of junction block assemblies, with at least one of said junction block assemblies electrically coupled to the received energy source; - a plurality of cable assemblies that electrically and mechanically interconnect said junction block assemblies; - said junction block assemblies comprising respective receptacle receiving parts configured to mechanically support, and to electrically energize, from the received energy source, a plurality of different international output receptacles having different types of output sockets, without the need for any electrical or mechanical modification of said junction block assemblies; and a plurality of conductive bars in spaced arrangement and extending through said receptacle receiving parts of said junction block assemblies, wherein each of said conductive bars is configured to be electrically and slidably engaged by a respective electrical contact that is arranged along a rear portion of each of the outlet receptacles.
[0002]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that said output receptacles comprise at least one receptacle selected from a Type F output receptacle and a Schuko output receptacle.
[0003]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that said output receptacles comprise a Type I receptacle that has a ground pin and a pair of V-shaped live pins.
[0004]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that said output receptacles comprise a Type J receptacle.
[0005]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that said output receptacles comprise a Type B NEMA 5 receptacle.
[0006]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that said output receptacles comprise a Type B receptacle.
[0007]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that said output receptacles comprise at least one of a Type G receptacle and a 13 amp receptacle.
[0008]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that each of said junction block assemblies comprises a junction block and a pair of junction block terminal connectors located at opposite ends of said junction block junction and wherein said receptacle receiving parts are positioned within said junction blocks.
[0009]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that: - each of said junction block assemblies within said plurality of junction block assemblies comprises at least one junction block; and - each of said receptacle receiving parts comprises a pair of receiving sections located on one side of said junction block, wherein said receiving parts are configured to receive a pair of said outgoing receptacles.
[0010]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 9, characterized in that a first receptacle of said pair of said outlet receptacles is of a different type and configuration from a second receptacle of said pair of outlet receptacles.
[0011]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized in that: - each of said junction block assemblies comprises a junction block; and - said receptacle receiving parts comprise, for each of said junction blocks, a set of three receiving sections located on one side of said junction block, to receive three of said exit receptacles.
[0012]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 11, characterized by the fact that each of said three output receptacles can be of a different type and configuration from the other two among said three output receptacles.
[0013]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that: - each of said junction block assemblies comprises a junction block; and - wherein said receptacle receiving parts comprise a set of four receiving sections located on one side of said junction block, wherein said receiving sections are configured to receive four of said exit receptacles, each of which of said outlet receptacles is of a different type and configuration from the other three among said outlet receptacles.
[0014]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that at least a subset of said cable assemblies comprise jumper cable assemblies, wherein each of said jumper cable assemblies has a cable connected at its ends to a pair of opposite terminal connectors.
[0015]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized in that the at least one subset of said plurality of junction block assemblies comprises a junction block and a pair of opposite terminal connectors each.
[0016]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that at least a subset of said output receptacles is polarized.
[0017]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that said set of received energy cables corresponds, in structure and configuration, to at least a subset of said plurality of said sets of cables.
[0018]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that: - at least a subset of said plurality of junction block assemblies comprises a junction block and a pair of junction block end connectors each; and said power distribution system further comprises a connector terminal assembly for electrically and mechanically interconnecting a pair of cable assemblies with one of said terminal connectors from one of said subset of said junction block assemblies.
[0019]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 18, characterized by the fact that said connector terminal assembly comprises a quadruple connector.
[0020]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized by the fact that: - at least a subset of said junction block assemblies comprises a junction block each; and - said energy distribution system further comprises a coupler for fixing each of said junction blocks of said subset of said junction block sets to a wall element in a vertical position.
[0021]
ELECTRIC ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM FOR ENERGIZING DIFFERENT TYPES OF OUTPUT RECEPTACLES, characterized in that the said energy distribution system comprises: - a set of received power cable connected to a received power source; - a junction block assembly electrically coupled to the received energy source via said received energy cable assembly, wherein said junction block assembly comprises a receptacle receiving portion; - at least one output receptacle having an output socket and configured for mechanical and electrical fitting with said receptacle receiving part of said junction block assembly; - wherein said receptacle receiving part of said junction block assembly is configured to mechanically and electrically energize, without electrical or mechanical modification of said receptacle receiving part, a plurality of said different outlet receptacles having different output receptacle configurations; and a plurality of conductive bars coupled to said junction block assembly in spaced arrangement and extending through said receiving part thereof, wherein each of said conductive bars is configured to be engaged by a respective electrical contact arranged along a rear part of said outlet receptacle after coupling said outlet receptacle to said junction block assembly in said receptacle receiving portion.
[0022]
ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 21, characterized by the fact that said receptacle receiving part of said junction block set is configured to mechanically sustain and electrically energize any of said output receptacles selected from (i) a Type B receptacle; (ii) a Type B NEMA 5 receptacle; (iii) a Type F outlet receptacle; (iv) a Type G receptacle; (v) a Type I receptacle; (vi) a Type J receptacle; (vii) a Schuko outlet receptacle; and (viii) a 13 amp receptacle.
[0023]
ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 21, characterized in that said receptacle receiving part of said junction block assembly is configured to mechanically sustain and electrically energize at least two of said output receptacles simultaneously.
[0024]
ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 23, characterized in that said at least two output receptacles comprise different types of output receptacles.
[0025]
ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 21, characterized in that said junction block assembly comprises a junction block and a pair of junction block back connectors located at opposite ends of said junction block, wherein said receptacle receiving parts are located within said junction blocks.
[0026]
ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 23, characterized in that said conductive bars are configured to provide electrical continuity through said junction block assembly when said junction block assembly is not supporting the output receptacle.
[0027]
ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 26, characterized in that said conductive bars are substantially parallel to each other and are arranged longitudinally in said receptacle receiving part of said junction block assembly.
[0028]
ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 27, characterized in that said junction block assembly comprises a pair of opposite terminal connectors, each of said terminal connectors comprising a hot terminal, a neutral terminal and an earth terminal that it is electrically coupled to a respective of said conductive bars.
[0029]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized in that said conductive bars are configured to provide electrical continuity through said junction block assemblies when said junction block assemblies are not supporting international output receptacles.
[0030]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 29, characterized in that said conductive bars are substantially parallel to each other and are arranged longitudinally in said receiving part of said junction block set.
[0031]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 30, characterized in that said junction block assemblies comprise a pair of opposite terminal connectors, each of said terminal connectors comprising a hot terminal, a neutral terminal and an earth terminal that is electrically coupled to a respective of said conductive bars.
[0032]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 1, characterized in that at least one of the said conductive bars is configured to be engaged in different locations by the electrical contacts of different units of the international output receptacles.
[0033]
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM according to claim 21, characterized in that at least one of said conductive bars is configured to be engaged in different locations by said electrical contacts of different units of a plurality of said output receptacles.

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