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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 04, 2014
Filed:
Mar. 23, 2010
Ian Jenkins, Stony Brook, NY (US);
Hoon Lim, Bellport, NY (US);
Wen-tsia Liu, Flushing, NY (US);
Richard Martin, New Hyde Park, NY (US);
Ian Jenkins, Stony Brook, NY (US);
Hoon Lim, Bellport, NY (US);
Wen-Tsia Liu, Flushing, NY (US);
Richard Martin, New Hyde Park, NY (US);
Symbol Technologies, Inc., Holtsville, NY (US);
Abstract
The present disclosure includes an adapter and associated method of use for mobile unit (MU) charging and communication that enables multiple connector types to be utilized with a single charger or charging station. The adapter enables standardization of a connector scheme on newer MUs while maintaining compatibility with current or older MU devices. Specifically, the adapter resides between the MU and a charging device or station. The adapter may include various connector features mimicking connectors of various different MUs, thus allowing it to interface with a device of a different connector design. Advantageously, the adapter enables enterprises to deploy various cradles throughout facilities and achieves universal connections for a plurality of different MUs. In an exemplary embodiment, the adapter provides connectivity between various MUs and their associated cradles and a hook and pivoting latching system.