| 摘要 |
A device (10) and method wherein electrical components (16) are mechanically suspended and electrically interconnected in an insulative elastomeric body (11), such as silicone, thereby eliminating the need for a circuit board or other circuit substrate. The device (10) can change shape through compression, distension, flexure, and other external forces while maintaining its electrical performance and mechanical integrity. The device (10) can be compressed and deformed to fit snugly within another device, such as the shell (50) of an electrical connector or a plastic clamshell, simultaneously creating spring forces for reliable electrical contacts and an environmental seal. Accordingly, the device and method can be used for a wide variety of purposes such as electrical filtering for avionics, computer or automotive connectors, or a non-intrusive manner to package electronics for medical implants. |
