This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2007-2010.
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Years Active: 2007-2010
Title: Mao-Lin Lei: Innovator in Memory Card Connector Technology
Introduction
Mao-Lin Lei is a prominent inventor based in Kunshan, China. He has made significant contributions to the field of memory card connector technology. With a total of 11 patents to his name, Lei continues to push the boundaries of innovation in his industry.
Latest Patents
One of Lei's latest patents is a memory card connector with an improved switch structure. This innovative connector is designed for the insertion of a memory card and includes an insulative housing that defines a cavity for receiving the memory card. It features a number of contacts, a pair of switch contacts, and a card eject mechanism. The switch contacts consist of a first switch contact and a second switch contact. The card eject mechanism includes a slider that is movably assembled to the insulative housing, a coiled spring, and a link rod that mates with the slider. The slider has a protrusion that is driven by the memory card to abut against the second switch contact, allowing the second switch contact to touch the first switch contact in a vertical direction to achieve the switch function.
Another notable patent by Lei is also a memory card connector with an improved switch structure. This version includes an insulative housing that defines a cavity for receiving the memory card, along with multiple contact portions protruding into the card receiving cavity. It features a pair of switch contacts and an elastic member. The elastic member consists of a first spring that always abuts against one switch contact and a second spring that is driven by the inserted memory card to engage the other switch contact, thereby achieving the switch function.
Career Highlights
Mao-Lin Lei is currently employed at Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd., a leading company in the electronics manufacturing sector. His work at this company has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in memory card technology.
Collaborations
Lei has collaborated with several talented individuals in his field, including Qi-Jun Zhao and Jia-Yong He. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in memory card connectors.
Conclusion
Mao-Lin Lei is a distinguished inventor whose work in memory card connector technology has led to multiple patents and significant advancements in the field. His innovative designs continue to influence the industry and pave the way for future developments.