Socket module and socket device comprising the same

Abstract

This invention provides a socket module. The socket module includes a cover, a socket component, a resilient component, a first locking member, and a second locking member. The socket component is disposed on the cover and includes a first pin, which serves as a grounding wire. The resilient component is snapped into the cover, electrically contacting the socket component and electrically connected to the first pin. The first and second locking members abut and compress the resilient component in different directions, and the resilient component is locked in the cover through the first and second locking members, wherein the resilient component has a closed structure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a socket module and a socket device including the same, and more particularly to a socket module and a socket device including the same that can solve electromagnetic interference problems. Prior Technology

[0002] In the prior art, to solve the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) problems of socket devices, electronic or non-electronic methods are typically employed. Electronic methods include, for example, adding electronic circuits or electronic components to the socket device; non-electronic methods include, for example, adding conductive foam to the socket device.

[0003] However, both current electronic and non-electronic methods require a significant amount of space within the socket device. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a technology that can meet the internal space constraints of socket devices and improve their electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention addresses the problems of electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference in socket modules, particularly by improving grounding performance to resolve these issues.

[0005] According to some embodiments, the present invention provides a socket module. The socket module includes a cover, a socket component, a resilient component, and a first locking member and a second locking member. The socket component passes through the cover and includes a first pin, wherein the first pin serves as a ground wire. The resilient component is snapped into the cover, electrically contacting the socket component and electrically connected to the first pin. The first locking member and the second locking member abut against and compress the resilient component in different directions, and the resilient component is locked in the cover through the first locking member and the second locking member, wherein the resilient component has a closed structure.

[0006] According to some embodiments, the present invention provides a socket device. The socket device includes a housing, a socket module, and a fan. The housing includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other along its long axis. The socket module is disposed at the first end. The fan is disposed between the first end and the second end.

[0007] To provide a better understanding of the above and other aspects of the present invention, specific embodiments are described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings: Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0008] Figure 1 illustrates a schematic diagram of a socket device according to a first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 shows an exploded view of the socket device according to the first embodiment of the present invention; Figures 3A and 3B illustrate schematic diagrams of a socket module according to a first embodiment of the present invention; Figures 4A-4D illustrate schematic diagrams of the elastic member according to the first embodiment of the present invention from different perspectives; Figure 5 illustrates schematic diagrams of socket devices according to the second and third embodiments of the present invention; Figure 6 illustrates an exploded view of the socket device according to a second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 illustrates an exploded view of the socket device according to a third embodiment of the present invention; and Figures 8A and 8B illustrate schematic diagrams of socket modules according to the second and third embodiments of the present invention. Implementation

[0009] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, details various embodiments. The descriptions and drawings are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be limiting. For clarity, some elements and / or symbols may be omitted in some drawings. Furthermore, elements in the drawings may not be drawn to scale. It is anticipated that elements and features in one embodiment can be advantageously incorporated into another embodiment without further repetition.

[0010] In some applications, socket devices have the following three limitations: (1) Space constraints: Due to design requirements, the internal space of the socket device is reduced, and there is not enough extra space to add electronic circuits, electronic components, and use commercially available standard conductive foam or springs. (2) Assembly constraints: With the internal space reduced, it is still necessary to take into account the yield rate of mass production and the existing process capabilities of the factory, so as not to make the process of socket device difficult. (3) Structural strength limitation: The socket device must meet the structural strength test requirements so that the components in the socket device will not fall off.

[0011] In view of this, the present invention provides a socket device that meets the above three limiting conditions, and the resulting socket device can improve the problems of electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference.

[0012] Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of a socket device 1 according to a first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 shows an exploded view of a socket device 1 according to a first embodiment of the present invention; Figures 3A and 3B show schematic diagrams of a socket module 11 according to a first embodiment of the present invention; Figures 4A to 4D show schematic diagrams of the elastic member 11a according to a first embodiment of the present invention from different perspectives.

[0013] Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the socket device 1 includes a housing 10, a socket module 11, a fan 12, and a fixing member 13. The housing 10 extends along a first direction D1. The length of the housing 10 in the first direction D1 is, for example, greater than the width of the housing 10 in the second direction D2, and greater than the height of the housing 10 in a third direction D3. The first direction D1, the second direction D2, and the third direction D3 are, for example, perpendicular to each other. The housing 10 may include a first end E1 and a second end E2 opposite to each other along its long axis. The extension direction of the long axis is parallel to the first direction D1. The socket module 11 is disposed at the first end E1 of the housing 10. The fan 12 is disposed within the housing 10 and located between the first end E1 and the second end E2. The fixing member 13 is connected to the socket module 11. The fixing member 13 can be used to secure the wire, for example, to prevent the wire connected to the socket module 11 from falling off.

[0014] The housing 10 may include a first housing member 10a and a second housing member 10b. The first housing member 10a and the second housing member 10b are assembled to form an accommodating space C11. The fan 12 is disposed in the accommodating space C11. The first housing member 10a and the second housing member 10b may respectively form a first opening P11 and a second opening P12 corresponding to the fan 12. The first opening P11 and the second opening P12 respectively expose a portion of the fan 12.

[0015] Referring to Figures 3A and 3B, the socket module 11 includes a cover 111, a socket 112, a resilient member 11a, a first locking member 113a, and a second locking member 113b. The socket 112 passes through the cover 111, for example, it is located in the central part of the cover 111. The resilient member 11a is engaged in the cover 111 and is electrically in contact with the socket 112. The resilient member 11a is located, for example, in a corner inside the cover 111, occupying a very small space. As shown in Figure 3A, the cover 111 includes a first recess 1111 and a second recess 1112. The first recess 1111 and the second recess 1112 are located on two adjacent sides 111a and 111b of the cover 111, respectively, and the resilient member 11a is located at the corner formed by the two sides 111a and 111b. The first recess 1111 and the second recess 1112 each have a first through hole TH1 and a second through hole TH2. The first through hole TH1 and the second through hole TH2 respectively expose a portion of the elastic element 11a. The first locking fastener 113a and the second locking fastener 113b correspond to the first through hole TH1 and the second through hole TH2, respectively. As shown in FIG3B, the first locking fastener 113a and the second locking fastener 113b abut against and compress the elastic element 11a along different directions (e.g., parallel to the second direction D2 and the third direction D3), causing the elastic element 11a to contact, apply pressure, and abut against the socket member 112, and the elastic element 11a is locked in the cover member 111 through the first locking fastener 113a and the second locking fastener 113b. The socket member 112 includes a base 112a, a conductive ring 112b, a first pin 112c1, a second pin 112c2, and a third pin 112c3. The base 112a may include an insulating material. The conductive ring 112b may include a metallic material. First pin 112c1, second pin 112c2, and third pin 112c3 pass through base 112a. First pin 112c1 serves as, for example, a ground wire, second pin 112c2 as, for example, a neutral wire, and third pin 112c3 as, for example, a live wire. Conductive ring 112b surrounds base 112a and is electrically connected to first pin 112c1. Second pin 112c2 and third pin 112c3 can be electrically connected to a circuit board (not shown) disposed in accommodating space C11.

[0016] Specifically, the first locking fastener 113a and / or the second locking fastener 113b contact and apply pressure to the elastic member 11a, causing the elastic member 11a to be compressed and deformed, and to come into close contact with the socket member 112, for example, to make tight electrical contact with the conductive ring 112b. In this way, the elastic member 11a can be coupled to a grounding wire through the first locking fastener 113a and / or the second locking fastener 113b, thereby providing a reliable grounding effect for the socket member 112, and thus solving the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) problems of the socket device.

[0017] In some embodiments, a conductor (not shown) is electrically connected between the first locking member 113a and the first pin 112c1. Compared to a comparative example where only a single conductor (not shown) provides a grounding path, this embodiment provides an additional grounding path in addition to the grounding path of the conductor (not shown), and under the pressure of the first locking member 113a and / or the second locking member 113b, there is a sufficiently large contact area between the elastic member 11a and the conductive ring 112b, resulting in a decrease in impedance, thereby improving the reliability of the grounding effect.

[0018] Referring to Figures 4A-4D, the elastic element 11a is a closed structure made of metal, such as elastic steel, with a single layer thickness of, for example, 0.1 mm. However, the invention is not limited to this. The closed structure means that the elastic element 11a is annular, i.e., it surrounds to form a closed space in the side view, rather than an open space. Viewed from a side angle (e.g., as shown by arrow SA in Figure 4A), the boundary lines of the elastic element 11a are continuous and without obvious breaks, forming a complete closed outline. Therefore, the elastic element 11a is not a C-shaped, U-shaped, or other open structure in the side view, but rather a closed structure of any shape.

[0019] According to some embodiments, the elastic member 11a includes a body portion 11a1 and an extension portion 11a2, the extension portion 11a2 being connected to the body portion 11a1. The body portion 11a1 has a closed structure. The entire elastic member 11a, including the body portion 11a1 and the extension portion 11a2, is an integrally formed structure. The extension portion 11a2 includes a first component 11a2i, a second component 11a2ii, and a third component 11a2iii, the second component 11a2ii being connected between the first component 11a2i and the third component 11a2iii. The first component 11a2i is connected to the body portion 11a1. The second component 11a2ii and the third component 11a2iii partially protrude from the first component 11a2i, and the third component 11a2iii has a fixing hole FH, wherein the fixing hole FH corresponds to the portion of the third component 11a2iii that protrudes from the first component 11a2i.

[0020] As shown in Figures 3A-3B and 4A-4D, the second recess 1112 of the cover 111 is sandwiched between the first component 11a2i, the second component 11a2ii, and the third component 11a2iii, and the fixing hole FH can correspond to the second through hole TH2. For example, the fixing hole FH overlaps the second through hole TH2 in the second direction D2. The first through hole TH1 exposes a portion of the top surface SS1 of the body portion 11a1 (Figure 4A). The second through hole TH2 exposes a portion of the side surface SS2 of the body portion 11a1. The third component 11a2iii has a gap GP1 between it and the side surface SS2 of the body portion 11a1 (Figure 4C). The first locking fastener 113a passes through the first through hole TH1 to contact and press against the top surface SS1, pressing the elastic member 11a toward the socket 112. After the second fastener 113b passes through the fixing hole FH and the second through hole TH2 to lock the elastic member 11a onto the cover member 111, the gap GP1 decreases, and the second fastener 113b contacts and applies pressure to the side SS2, pressing the elastic member 11a toward the socket member 112. Therefore, by means of the first fastener 113a and the second fastener 113b, pressure in different directions can be applied to the elastic member 11a (for example, the pressure directions are parallel to the third direction D3 and the second direction D2, respectively), so that the elastic member 11a can be pressed to make good electrical contact with the conductive ring 112b of the socket member 112.

[0021] In this embodiment, the elastic element 11a is a closed structure formed by bending a single elastic piece. Therefore, the two end regions of the body portion 11a of the elastic element 11a overlap to form an overlapping portion LA. The overlapping portion LA includes a double-layer structure formed by the upper layer L1 and the lower layer L2 overlapping from the body portion 11a. However, the present invention is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the elastic element 11a can be formed into a closed structure by automated processing techniques such as mold processing (e.g., stamping, hard tooling), non-mold processing (e.g., computer numerical control (CNC), numerical control punch press (NCT), laser processing), or other methods.

[0022] As shown in Figure 4A, the body portion 11a1 of the elastic member 11a also includes a connecting portion RV. In this embodiment, the connecting portion RV is provided, for example, on the top surface SS1 of the body portion 11a1, and the number of connecting portions RV is three. However, the location and number of connecting portions RV are not limited to this, as long as the elastic member 11a can form a stable closed structure. The upper layer L1 and the lower layer L2 are fixed to each other by the connecting portion RV. In this embodiment, the connecting portion RV includes a first connecting hole L1a, a second connecting hole L2a, and a fixing structure L2b adjacent to the second connecting hole L2a. The first connecting hole L1a is formed in the upper layer L1, and the second connecting hole L2a and the fixing structure L2b are formed in the lower layer L2. The fixing structure L2b can protrude from the second connecting hole L2a. The first connecting hole L1a and the second connecting hole L2a overlap each other in the third direction D3. The fixing structure L2b passes through the first connecting hole L1a and folds outward, so that the fixing structure L2b extends onto a portion of the upper layer L1. After the crimping process (applying pressure to the fixing structure L2b to fold it flat onto the upper layer L1), the folded area tightly clamps the upper layer L1 and the lower layer L2, which are then securely joined together through the joint RV. In the enlarged view of Figure 4A, the fixing structure L2b may have a roughly circular, flat outline; however, the invention is not limited thereto, and the fixing structure L2b may have an irregular outline. According to some embodiments, the joint RV includes a rivet or other fastening element.

[0023] As shown in Figure 4A, the elastic element 11a also includes a first included angle. and the second included angle First included angle and the second included angle The predetermined angles are, for example, approximately 90 degrees. The first included angle... It is formed between the top surface SS1 and the inner surface SS3 of the first component 11a2i adjacent to the top surface SS1. Second included angle. It is formed between the adjacent first inner surface SS4 and second inner surface SS5 of the body portion 11a1. The first inner surface SS4 and the second inner surface SS5 face the interior of the closed structure of the body portion 11a1. Before the elastic member 11a is deformed, the top surface SS1 is perpendicular to the inner surface SS3, the first inner surface SS4 is perpendicular to the second inner surface SS5, the top surface SS1 is parallel to the second inner surface SS5, and the inner surface SS3 is parallel to the first inner surface SS4.

[0024] The elastic element 11a may further include a first reinforcing rib SR1 and a second reinforcing rib SR2. The first reinforcing rib SR1 corresponds to the first included angle. It is formed at the boundary edge between the first component 11a2i of the main body 11a1 and the extension 11a2, that is, between the top surface SS1 and the inner surface SS3. The second reinforcing rib SR2 corresponds to the second included angle. The first reinforcing rib SR1 is formed between the first inner surface SS4 and the second inner surface SS5. The first reinforcing rib SR1 is formed by a portion of the body portion 11a1 and a portion of the first component 11a2i protruding in a direction away from the third component 11a2iii. The second reinforcing rib SR2 is formed by the body portion 11a1 protruding in a direction away from the third component 11a2iii. Viewed from the perspective of FIG4A, the first reinforcing rib SR1 and the second reinforcing rib SR2 are protruding portions. Viewed from the perspectives of FIG4B-4D, the first reinforcing rib SR1 and the second reinforcing rib SR2 are recessed portions. The first reinforcing rib SR1 and the second reinforcing rib SR2 are provided to maintain the first included angle. and the second included angle The predetermined angle (e.g., approximately 90 degrees) is used to prevent the elastic element 11a from deforming under pressure. The first included angle... and the second included angle The change is too significant. In this embodiment, the number of first reinforcing ribs SR1 and second reinforcing ribs SR2 are two each. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The number of first reinforcing ribs SR1 and second reinforcing ribs SR2 can be one or more than two each. The number of first reinforcing ribs SR1 and the number of second reinforcing ribs SR2 can also be different from each other.

[0025] Figure 5 illustrates a schematic diagram of a socket device 2 or 3 according to the second and third embodiments of the present invention. Figure 6 illustrates an exploded view of a socket device 2 according to the second embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 illustrates an exploded view of a socket device 3 according to the third embodiment of the present invention. Figures 8A and 8B illustrate schematic diagrams of a socket module 21 according to the second and third embodiments of the present invention.

[0026] Referring to Figure 5, the socket device 2 or 3 includes a housing 20, a socket module 21, a fan 22, and a fixing member 23. The length of the housing 20 in the first direction D1 may be less than the length of the housing 10 in the first direction D1. The fan 22 and the fixing member 23 are similar to the fan 12 and the fixing member 13, respectively. Other identical or similar parts between the socket device 2 or 3 and the socket device 1 will not be described in detail.

[0027] As shown in Figures 6 and 7, the housing 20 may include a first housing member 20a and a second housing member 20b. The first housing member 20a and the second housing member 20b are assembled to form an accommodating space C21. The fan 22 is disposed within the accommodating space C21. The first housing member 20a and the second housing member 20b may respectively form a first opening P21 and a second opening P22 corresponding to the fan 22. The first opening P21 and the second opening P22 respectively expose a portion of the fan 22.

[0028] The difference between socket devices 2 and 3 lies in the airflow direction F of the fan 22. Other similar or identical parts will not be described in detail. As shown in Figure 6, the airflow direction F of the fan 22 in socket device 2 is directed towards the socket module 21 located at the first end E1, so that the airflow blows towards the socket module 21. As shown in Figure 7, the airflow direction F of the fan 22 in socket device 3 is directed towards the second end E2, that is, towards the opposite direction of the socket module 21. In other words, in the socket device 2 of the second embodiment and the socket device 3 of the third embodiment, the airflow direction F generated by the fan 22 is opposite.

[0029] As shown in Figures 8A and 8B, the socket module 21 includes a cover 211, a socket 212, an elastic element 21a, a first locking element 213a, a second locking element 213b, and a conductive element 214. The cover 211, socket 212, elastic element 21a, first locking element 213a, and second locking element 213b are the same as or similar to the cover 111, socket 112, elastic element 11a, first locking element 113a, and second locking element 113b, respectively; other similarities will not be described in detail. The conductive element 214 includes a conductive material, such as conductive foam. Compared to the socket module 11, the socket module 21, by including the conductive element 214, can better improve electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues.

[0030] In summary, the present invention provides a socket module and a socket device including the same, which improve electromagnetic compatibility and reduce electromagnetic interference. The socket module includes a cover, a socket component, a resilient member, a first locking member, and a second locking member. The socket component passes through the cover and includes a first pin, which serves as a ground wire. The resilient member is engaged within the cover, electrically contacting the socket component and electrically connected to the first pin. The first and second locking members abut against and compress the resilient member in opposite directions, locking the resilient member within the cover through the first and second locking members; the resilient member has a closed structure.

[0031] Compared to non-enclosed elastic components, the elastic component of this invention is enclosed and, due to the compression of the first and second locking fasteners, can form good electrical contact with the socket component, thus providing a reliable grounding effect for the socket component and solving the problems of electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference in the socket device. Furthermore, the elastic component of this invention is small in size and can be fitted into the cover, meeting the space constraints of the socket module and / or socket device. The elastic component is not difficult to assemble, maintaining high-quality yield in mass production and suitable for large-scale manufacturing. In addition, the elastic component of this invention can meet the structural strength testing requirements without any concerns about detachment.

[0032] While the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to embodiments, it is not intended to limit the invention. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be determined by the appended claims.

[0033] 1~3: Socket installation 10,20: Shell 10a, 20a: First shell 10b, 20b: Second shell 11,21: Socket Module 11a, 21a: Elastic elements 11a1: Main body 11a2: Extension 11a2i: First component 11a2ii: Second component 11a2iii: Third component 12,22: Fan 13,23: Fasteners 111,211: Cover piece 111a, 111b: Side view 112,212: Socket components 112a: Base 112b: Conductive ring 112c1: Pin 1 112c2: Second pin 112c3: Third pin 113a: First Lock Firmware 113b: Second locking firmware 214: Conductive components 1111: The first concave part 1112:Second recess C11, C21: Accommodation space D1: First Direction D2: Second Direction D3: Third direction E1: First end E2: Second end F: Airflow direction FH: Fixing hole GP1: Spacing L1: Upper layer L1a: First mating hole L2: Lower layer L2a: Second mating hole L2b: Fixed structure LA: Overlapping part P11: First opening P12: Second opening RV: Joint SA: Arrow SS1: Top surface SS2: Side View SS3: Inner side SS4: First inner surface SS5: Second inner surface TH1: First through hole TH2: Second through hole First included angle Second included angle

Claims

1. A socket module, comprising: One cover piece; A socket component is disposed on the cover component, and the socket component includes a first pin, wherein the first pin serves as a ground wire; An elastic member is engaged in the cover, electrically contacts the socket, and is electrically connected to the first pin; and a first locking member and a second locking member abut against and press the elastic member in different directions, wherein the elastic member is locked in the cover through the first locking member and the second locking member, wherein the elastic member is a closed structure.

2. The socket module as claimed in claim 1, wherein the socket further includes a base, a conductive ring, a second pin and a third pin, the first pin, the second pin and the third pin passing through the base, wherein the second pin serves as a neutral wire, the third pin serves as a live wire, and the conductive ring surrounds the base and is electrically connected to the first pin.

3. The socket module as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover includes a first recess and a second recess, the first recess and the second recess being located on adjacent sides of the cover, and the first recess and the second recess having a first through hole and a second through hole, the first through hole and the second through hole exposing a portion of the elastic member.

4. The socket module as claimed in claim 3, wherein the elastic member includes a body portion and an extension portion, wherein the extension portion is connected to the body portion, wherein the body portion has the closed structure, wherein the extension portion includes a first component, a second component and a third component, wherein the second component is connected between the first component and the third component, the first component is connected to the body portion, the second component and the third component partially protrude from the first component, and the third component has a fixing hole.

5. The socket module as claimed in claim 4, wherein the second recess of the cover is sandwiched between the first component, the second component and the third component, and the fixing hole corresponds to the second through hole.

6. The socket module as claimed in claim 5, wherein the first through hole exposes a portion of a top surface of the body portion, the second through hole exposes a portion of a side surface of the body portion, the first fastener passes through the first through hole to contact and press against the top surface, and the second fastener passes through the fixing hole and the second through hole to contact and press against the side surface.

7. The socket module as claimed in claim 6, wherein two end regions of the body portion overlap each other to form an overlapping portion, the overlapping portion including an upper layer and a lower layer formed by the body portion.

8. The socket module as claimed in claim 7, wherein the body portion further includes a joint portion, the upper layer and the lower layer are fixed to each other by means of the joint portion, the joint portion includes a first joint hole, a second joint hole and a fixing structure adjacent to the second joint hole, wherein the first joint hole is formed in the upper layer, the second joint hole and the fixing structure are formed in the lower layer, the first joint hole and the second joint hole overlap each other, and the fixing structure passes through the first joint hole and folds outward.

9. The socket module as claimed in claim 7, wherein the elastic member further includes a first included angle and a second included angle, the first included angle being formed between the top surface and an inner side surface of the first component adjacent to the top surface, the second included angle being formed between an adjacent first inner surface and a second inner surface of the body portion, and the elastic member further includes a first reinforcing rib and a second reinforcing rib, the first reinforcing rib corresponding to the first included angle, the second reinforcing rib corresponding to the second included angle, wherein the first reinforcing rib is formed by a portion of the body portion and a portion of the first component protruding in a direction away from the third component, and the second reinforcing rib is formed by the body portion protruding in that direction away from the third component.

10. A socket device, comprising: A housing includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other on a long axis; a socket module as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, disposed at the first end; and a fan disposed between the first end and the second end.

11. The socket device as claimed in claim 10 further includes a fastener connected to the socket module.

12. The socket device as claimed in claim 10, wherein the airflow direction of the fan is toward the first end.

13. The socket device as claimed in claim 10, wherein the airflow direction of the fan is toward the second end.

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