LAWRENCE LIVERMORE NATIONAL LABORATORY SEEKS INDUSTRIALLICENSEE(S) TO COMMERCIALIZE AN ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE Announcement: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), operated by the University of California under contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), is seeking one or more industrial licensee(s) to commercialize LLNL's Electrical Receptacle technology. The Electrical Receptacle is designed for a three-prong electrical plug (NEMA 5-15) with either a tubular or U-shaped grounding prong. Although the two types of prongs do fit into existing receptacles on the market and in use, because of the differences in the dimensions of the prongs, most if not all existing grounding-receptacle designs fail to assure ground integrity. LLNL’s receptacle design is spacious enough to prevent the socket from significantly stretching when the larger, U-shaped (0.184” width x 0.200” height) grounding prong is inserted into the socket. Moreover, the two-ridge track design allows a close fit when the smaller tubular (0.184” diameter) grounding prong is inserted into the socket. Many existing sockets on the market stretch or bend for the larger U-shaped prong, causing improper contact between the stretched socket and the smaller tubular prong, compromising integrity of the ground. LLNL’s Electrical Receptacle addresses the aforementioned problem by controlling the travel of the legs of the U-shaped grounding prong to help prevent enlargement of the receptacle insert space. This new design may be easily incorporated into existing products: wall outlets, extension cords, surge protectors, and other NEMA 5-15 receptacles. This electrical receptacle is the subject of U.S. Patent 5,221,211. Additional technical information can also be obtained on LLNL’s Industrial Partnerships and Commercialization Website at http://www.llnl.gov/IPandC/technology/profile/e-receptacle/index.php. LLNL is seeking licensees with a demonstrated ability to bring such inventions to the market. Moving critical technology beyond the Laboratory to the commercial world helps our U.S. licensees gain a competitive edge in the marketplace. The University of California’s Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory can license technology through exclusive or nonexclusive licensing agreements, as appropriate. All projects are conducted under policies relating to the strict nondisclosure of company proprietary information. Note: THIS IS NOT A PROCUREMENT. Companies interested in commercializing LLNL's Electrical Receptacle should provide a written statement of interest, which includes the following: 1. Company Name and address 2. The name, address, and telephone number of a point of contact 3. A description of corporate expertise and facilities relevant to commercializing this technology Written responses should be directed to: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Industrial Partnerships and Commercialization P.O. Box 808, L-795 Livermore, CA 94551-0808 Attention: FBO 87-04 Please provide your response within thirty (30) days from the date this announcement is published to ensure consideration of your interest in LLNL's Electrical Receptacle.

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