US Patent 7347723 Sealed connector system for electronic devices

A system for connecting electronic components to one another in a sealed or sealable manner is provided. This system includes: a first electronic component, wherein the first electronic component further includes a first connector mounted therein, and wherein the first connector further includes a plurality of contact surfaces; a second electronic component for communicating with the first electronic component, wherein the second electronic component further includes a second connector mounted therein, and wherein the second connector further includes a plurality of contact surfaces corresponding to the plurality of contact surfaces on the first connector; means for sealing a portion of the first connector within the first electronic component; and means for sealing a portion of the second connector within the second electronic component.