High density grid array test socket

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5290193
SERIAL NO

08000622

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A high density land grid array test socket comprises a leadless component contact socket assembly and a fixture. The contact socket assembly can be assembled with a variety of contact terminal end configurations and adapted for a desired mode of circuit board interface. In one embodiment, the test socket fixture includes a latching mechanism and a hinged lid assembly which allow quick and reliable manual installation of a device under test (DUT). An alternative embodiment includes snap latches, extension springs and alignment bushings which permit robotically controlled insertion and removal from the test socket. A bias clip or spring is incorporated in the test sockets for assuring proper alignment of the chip carrier with the contact socket assembly. The test socket creates reliable contacts with short electrical paths for low signal distortion and reduced chip loading.

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONNEW ORCHARD ROAD ARMONK NY 10504

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Goff, Jay Warwick, RI 2 36
Lewis, Mark E Mansfield, MA 20 787

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