Patent ID: 8736106
Filing Date: 2014-05-27
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. An international power distribution system for energizing different types of outlet receptacles, said power distribution system comprising: an incoming power cable assembly connected to a source of incoming power; a plurality of junction block assemblies, with at least a first one of said junction block assemblies electrically coupled to the source of incoming power; a plurality of cable assemblies electrically and mechanically interconnecting said junction block assemblies; said junction block assemblies comprising respective receptacle receiving portions configured to mechanically support, and to electrically energize from the source of incoming power, a plurality of differing international outlet receptacles having differing types of outlet sockets, without requiring any electrical or mechanical modifications to said junction block assemblies; and a plurality of electrical bus bars in spaced arrangement and extending through said receptacle-receiving portions of said junction block assemblies, wherein each of said electrical bus bars is configured to be electrically and slidably engaged by a respective electrical contact that is disposed along a rear portion of each of the outlet receptacles.