Bidirectional connection converter and connection method

Abstract

According to the bidirectional connection converter and the connection method, the first moving assembly and the second moving assembly are arranged on the two sides of the matching assembly correspondingly, and the control assembly and the inclined rack-gear transmission mechanism which are independent of each other are matched; the first plug and the second plug can respectively respond to the pressing action to complete extension connection or retraction separation without mutual interference, a user is prevented from directly plugging and unplugging the plugs, and the flexibility and the operation efficiency of signal path switching are remarkably improved; when the control assembly is in a natural extension state, the gear is locked at an initial position, so that unexpected connection or disconnection caused by vibration, external force or accidental touch is effectively prevented; the whole connection and disconnection actions are completed through energy storage of the elastic piece and mechanical transmission, external driving devices such as a motor and an electromagnet are not needed, power consumption and cost are reduced, the overall structure is simplified, and deployment and use in a limited space or a passive environment are facilitated.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of electrical equipment, and in particular to a bidirectional connection converter and a connection method. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the field of electrical equipment and signal transmission, bidirectional signal conversion connectors are widely used to realize the conduction and switching between two independent circuits. The core function is to bridge the two conductors on one circuit through a controllable way, thereby realizing efficient and reliable transmission of current or signal between different paths. Such connectors are commonly used in test equipment, communication systems, industrial automation control devices and other scenarios, and have an important influence on the flexibility, response speed and operation convenience of the system.

[0003] However, the existing bidirectional signal conversion connectors mostly use manual plugging and unplugging to complete the switching of the signal path. Specifically, when it is necessary to switch the signal from one target object to another target object, the user must first manually unplug the currently connected plug and then plug it into the new target interface. This mechanical operation is not only inefficient, but also prone to operation errors, poor contact and even equipment damage in high-frequency switching or narrow space operating environments. In addition, the manual plugging process lacks precise stroke control and locking mechanism, making it difficult to ensure the stability and repeated positioning accuracy of the connection, thereby affecting the reliability and safety of the entire system. SUMMARY

[0004] Therefore, the present application provides a bidirectional connection converter. By setting a transmission structure of an inclined rack and a gear, and combining the linkage mechanism of an elastic member and a control assembly, the present application realizes the independent, rapid and reliable extension and retraction of the first plug and the second plug, significantly improving the efficiency and operation convenience of bidirectional signal switching. In addition, the present application also provides a connection method suitable for the above bidirectional connection converter.

[0005] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present application provides the following technical solutions: A bidirectional connection converter, comprising: a matching assembly; a first moving assembly comprising a first accommodating cavity, a first plug being arranged in the first accommodating cavity, a first gear and a first rack being arranged on the first accommodating cavity, the first rack being arranged obliquely, a first elastic member being arranged between the first accommodating cavity and the matching assembly; a first control assembly configured to release the initial state of the first gear by compressing downward and lock the first gear in the initial state by elongating upward, the initial state of the first gear being configured as a state completely separated from the first target; The second mobile assembly comprises a second accommodating cavity, a second plug is arranged in the second accommodating cavity, a second gear and a second rack are arranged on the second accommodating cavity, the second rack is arranged obliquely, a second elastic member is arranged between the second accommodating cavity and the matching assembly, and the first mobile assembly and the second mobile assembly are distributed on two sides of the matching assembly. The second control assembly is used to release the initial state of the second gear by compression and lock the initial state of the second gear by elongation, and the initial state of the second gear is configured as a state completely separated from the second target. The first control assembly is compressed to make the first gear rotate in the first direction, move in mesh with the first rack and reduce the compression force of the first elastic member, so that the first elastic member is elongated to push the first plug to extend and connect with the first target object; the first gear is rotated in the second direction to move in mesh with the first rack and increase the compression amount of the first elastic member, so that the first elastic member drives the first plug to separate from the first target object; the first control assembly is elongated to make the first gear mesh with the first rack; the second control assembly is compressed to make the second gear rotate in the second direction, move in mesh with the second rack and reduce the compression amount of the second elastic member, so that the second elastic member is elongated to push the second plug to extend and connect with the second target object; the second gear is rotated in the first direction to move in mesh with the second rack and increase the compression amount of the second elastic member, so that the second elastic member drives the second plug to separate from the second target object, and the second control assembly is elongated to make the second gear mesh with the second rack.

[0006] Optionally, in the above-mentioned bidirectional connection converter, the matching assembly comprises a hollow cavity for data line passing and a support plate connected with the hollow cavity. The first accommodating cavity is arranged protruding near the end of the matching assembly and constitutes a first protruding part, the first protruding part is provided with the first rack, the support plate is provided with a first guide plate capable of slidingly matching with the support plate, and a first strip-shaped hole consistent with the oblique direction of the first rack is arranged on the first guide plate. The second accommodating cavity is arranged protruding near the end of the matching assembly and constitutes a second protruding part, the second protruding part is provided with the second rack, the support plate is provided with a second guide plate capable of slidingly matching with the support plate, and a second strip-shaped hole consistent with the oblique direction of the second rack is arranged on the second guide plate.

[0007] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, the first control assembly comprises a third elastic member arranged in the support plate, a first abutting column on top of the third elastic member, and a first pressing member arranged in the first guide plate. The second control assembly comprises a fourth elastic member arranged in the support plate, a second abutting column on top of the fourth elastic member, and a second pressing member arranged in the second guide plate.

[0008] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, the first guide plate is provided with a first guide groove, and the first pressing member has a first extension part protruding radially at a local part of the first guide groove, and a fifth elastic member is arranged between the first extension part and the bottom wall of the first guide groove. The second guide plate is provided with a second guide groove, and the second pressing member has a second extension part protruding radially at a local part of the second guide groove, and a sixth elastic member is arranged between the second extension part and the bottom wall of the second guide groove.

[0009] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, the first abutting column and the first guide plate are both provided with inclined surfaces for sliding fit. The second abutting column and the second guide plate are both provided with inclined surfaces for sliding fit.

[0010] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, the support plate is provided with a first guide sliding groove and a second guide sliding groove, the first guide sliding groove is used for guiding the first guide plate, and the second guide sliding groove is used for guiding the second guide plate.

[0011] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, when the first plug is plugged with the first target object, the compression amount of the first elastic member is 1 / 3-1 / 2 of the compression amount when the first gear is in the initial state. When the second plug is plugged with the second target object, the compression amount of the second elastic member is 1 / 3-1 / 2 of the compression amount when the second gear is in the initial state.

[0012] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, the meshing surfaces of the first gear and the first rack, and the meshing surfaces of the second gear and the second rack are all provided with wear-resistant coatings.

[0013] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, the first gear and the first rack, and the second gear and the second rack are all engaged by involute gears.

[0014] Optionally, in the bidirectional connection converter, the first moving assembly and the second moving assembly are symmetrically arranged along the central axis of the hollow cavity, and the first control assembly and the second control assembly are symmetrically arranged. The first guide plate comprises a first handle arranged vertically, and the second guide plate comprises a second handle arranged vertically.

[0015] A connection method of a bidirectional connection converter, which is suitable for the bidirectional connection converter described in any of the above and comprises the following steps: Step 1: pressing the first pressing member so that the first plug is extended and connected with a first target object; Step 2: pressing the second pressing member so that the second plug is extended and connected with a second target object.

[0016] The bidirectional connection converter provided in the application comprises a first moving assembly and a second moving assembly arranged on both sides of a matching assembly, and a first control assembly and a second control assembly are arranged independently and cooperated with inclined racks (first rack and second rack) and gear (first gear and second gear) transmission mechanisms, so that the first plug and the second plug can be respectively extended and connected or retracted and disconnected in response to pressing actions, without interfering with each other, thereby significantly improving the flexibility and operation efficiency of signal path switching; when the control assembly (first control assembly and second control assembly) is in a natural elongation state, the gear (first gear and second gear) is locked at an initial position (i.e. a state completely disconnected from the target), thereby effectively preventing unintended connection or disconnection caused by vibration, external force or accidental touch; only when the control assembly (first control assembly and second control assembly) is actively pressed, the gear (first gear and second gear) is unlocked, thereby ensuring the controllability of operation and the reliability of connection; the entire connection and disconnection action is completed by energy storage and mechanical transmission of the first elastic member and the second elastic member, without the need for external driving devices such as motors and electromagnets, thereby not only reducing power consumption and cost, but also simplifying the overall structure and facilitating deployment and use in space-limited or passive environments; the inclined rack efficiently converts the rotary motion of the gear into the linear extension and retraction motion of the plug, and cooperates with the pre-tightening force of the elastic member to make the plugging process smooth and labor-saving, and automatically compensate for assembly tolerances, thereby improving contact stability and service life. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the application or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed to be used in the embodiment or prior art description. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only embodiments of the application, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings according to the provided drawings without any creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1A schematic diagram of the connector provided in this application; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the right-end connection of the connector provided in this application; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the left end connection of the connector provided in this application; Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the simultaneous connection of the left and right ends of the machine provided in this application; Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the connector provided in this application in its locked state; Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the connector provided in this application in its unlocked state; Figure 7 A cross-sectional view of the locking of the first control component provided in this application; Figure 8 A cross-sectional view of the unlocking of the first control component provided in this application; Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the connector unlocking slide provided in this application; Figure 10 A cross-sectional view of the first abutment post provided for this application when the first plug is extended.

[0019] exist Figures 1-10 middle: 1. First receiving cavity; 2. First plug; 3. First gear; 4. First rack; 5. First elastic element; 6. Second receiving cavity; 7. Second plug; 8. Second gear; 9. Second rack; 10. Second elastic element; 11. Support plate; 12. First guide plate; 13. Second guide plate; 14. Third elastic element; 15. First abutment post; 16. First pressing element; 17. Fifth elastic element; 18. First guide groove; 19. Second pressing element. Detailed Implementation

[0020] This application provides a bidirectional connection converter. By setting a transmission structure with inclined rack and pinion gears and combining it with the linkage mechanism of elastic elements and control components, this application realizes the independent, fast and reliable extension and retraction of the first plug and the second plug, which significantly improves the efficiency and ease of operation of bidirectional signal switching.

[0021] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0022] like Figures 1-10As shown, this application provides a bidirectional connection converter, including a mating assembly; a first moving assembly including a first receiving cavity 1, a first plug 2 disposed within the first receiving cavity 1, and a first gear 3 and a first rack 4 disposed on the first receiving cavity 1, the first rack 4 being inclined, and a first elastic element 5 disposed between the first receiving cavity 1 and the mating assembly; and a first control assembly for releasing the initial state of the first gear 3 by downward compression and locking the first gear 3 in the initial state by upward extension, the initial state of the first gear 3 being configured such that the first plug 2 is fully engaged with the first target. When disengaged, the first gear 3 is in its current state; the second moving assembly includes a second receiving cavity 6, within which a second plug 7 is disposed, and a second gear 8 and a second rack 9 are disposed on the second receiving cavity 6. The second rack 9 is inclined, and a second elastic element 10 is disposed between the second receiving cavity 6 and the mating assembly. The first and second moving assemblies are distributed on both sides of the mating assembly; the second control assembly is used to release the initial state of the second gear 8 by downward compression and to lock the second gear 8 in its initial state by upward extension. The initial state of the second gear 8 The state of the second gear 8 when configured so that the second plug 7 is completely disengaged from the second target; wherein, by compressing the first control component, the first gear 3 rotates in a first direction and meshes with the first rack 4, reducing the compression of the first elastic member 5, causing the first elastic member to extend, thereby pushing the first plug 2 out and connecting it to the first target object; by rotating the first gear 3 in a second direction and meshing with the first rack 4, increasing the compression of the first elastic member 5, the first elastic member 5 is compressed, causing the first plug 2 to disengage from the first target object; by extending the first control component, the first... Gear 3 is stationarily engaged with the first rack 4; compression by the second control component causes the second gear 8 to rotate in the second direction and engage with the second rack 9, reducing the compressive force of the second elastic member 10, causing the second elastic member to extend, thereby pushing the second plug 7 out and connecting it to the second target object; by rotating the second gear 8 in the first direction and engaging with the second rack 9, increasing the compression of the second elastic member 10, the second elastic member 10 is compressed, causing the second plug 7 to disengage from the second target object, and by extending through the second control component, the second gear 8 is stationarily engaged with the second rack 9.

[0023] Specifically, the initial state is that the first plug 2 is detached from the first target. At this time, the first control component is in an extended state to prevent the first guide plate 12 (described later) from detaching from the support plate 11 (described later), thus keeping the first gear 3 stationary. When the first control component is pressed, the locking state between the first guide plate 12 and the support plate 11 is released. The user pulls the first guide plate 12, and the first gear 3 engages along the first rack 4. Because the first rack 4 is inclined, the first gear 3, while rotating (e.g., clockwise), reduces the elastic force between the first elastic element 5 and the mating component, causing the first elastic element 5 to extend and push the first plug 2 out of the first receiving cavity 1 to connect with the first target. If it is necessary for the first plug 2 to detach from the first target, the user pushes the first guide plate 12, the first gear 3 engages along the first rack 4, and squeezes the first elastic element 5. The first elastic element 5 drives the first plug 2 to detach from the first target and locks the first guide plate 12 and the support plate 11, thus completing the insertion and removal process of the first plug 2.

[0024] Similarly, the initial state is that the second plug 7 is disengaged from the second target. At this time, the second control component is in an extended state to prevent the second guide plate 13 (described later) from disengaging from the support plate 11 (described later), thereby keeping the second gear 8 stationary. When the second control component is pressed, the locking state between the second guide plate 13 and the support plate 11 is released. The user pulls the second guide plate 13, and the second gear 8 engages and drives along the second rack 9. Because the second rack 9 is inclined, the second gear 8 can reduce the elastic force between the second elastic member 10 and the mating component while rotating (e.g., counterclockwise), causing the second elastic member 10 to extend and push the second plug 7 out of the second receiving cavity 6 to connect with the second target. If the second plug 7 needs to be disengaged from the second target, the user pushes the second guide plate 13, the second gear 8 meshes with the second rack 9 and squeezes the second elastic member 10. The second elastic member 10 drives the second plug 7 to disengage from the second target and locks the second guide plate 13 with the support plate 11, thus completing the insertion and removal process of the second plug 7.

[0025] It should be noted that when the first plug 2 is disengaged from or engaged with the first target, the first elastic element 5 remains compressed; when the second plug 7 is disengaged from or engaged with the second target, the second elastic element 10 remains compressed.

[0026] It should also be noted that the combined structure of the first moving component and the second control component, as well as the combined structure of the second moving component and the second control component, can both independently control the movement.

[0027] It should also be noted that both the first receiving cavity 1 and the second receiving cavity 6 are rectangular structures, and the side walls of the first receiving cavity 1 form a guide surface for the extension and retraction of the first plug 2, and the side walls of the second receiving cavity 6 form a guide surface for the extension and retraction of the second plug 7.

[0028] Thus, by setting a first moving component and a second moving component on both sides of the mating component, and cooperating with their respective independent control components (first control component and second control component) and inclined rack (first rack 4 and second rack 9)-gear (first gear 3 and second gear 8) transmission mechanism, the first plug 2 and the second plug 7 can respectively respond to the pressing action to complete the extension connection or retraction disconnection, avoiding the user from plugging and unplugging the plugs, greatly reducing the complexity of operation and manual labor, making the operation process efficient and convenient, and without interference between them, significantly improving the flexibility and efficiency of signal path switching; when the control components (first control component and second control component) are in the naturally extended state, the gears (first gear 3 and second gear 8) are locked in the initial position (i.e., completely disengaged from the target). The gears (first gear 3 and second gear 8) are only released when the control components (first control component and second control component) are actively pressed, ensuring the controllability of operation and the reliability of connection. The entire connection and disconnection action is completed by the energy storage and mechanical transmission of the first elastic element 5 and the second elastic element 10, without the need for external driving devices such as motors and electromagnets. This not only reduces power consumption and cost, but also simplifies the overall structure, making it easy to deploy and use in space-constrained or passive environments. The inclined rack efficiently converts the rotational motion of the gears into the linear extension and retraction motion of the plug. Combined with the preload of the elastic element, the insertion and removal process is smooth and effortless, and can automatically compensate for assembly tolerances, improving contact stability and service life.

[0029] The preferred embodiment of this application is that the adaptive design of the pressure angle of the pitch circle of the first rack 4 and the first gear 3, which are inclined, ensures that the first gear 3 and the first rack 4 are stably meshed without jamming; the adaptive design of the pressure angle of the pitch circle of the second rack 9 and the second gear 8, which are inclined, ensures that the second gear 8 and the second rack 9 are stably meshed without jamming.

[0030] The mating assembly includes a hollow cavity for the data cable to pass through and a support plate 11 connected to the hollow cavity; a first receiving cavity 1 protrudes from the end near the mating assembly and forms a first protrusion, the first protrusion being provided with a first rack 4, and a first guide plate 12 that can slide with the support plate 11 is provided on the support plate 11, the first guide plate 12 having a first strip-shaped hole aligned with the inclination direction of the first rack 4; a second receiving cavity 6 protrudes from the end near the mating assembly and forms a second protrusion, the second protrusion being provided with a second rack 9, and a second guide plate 13 that can slide with the support plate 11 is provided on the support plate 11, the second guide plate 13 having a second strip-shaped hole aligned with the inclination direction of the second rack 9.

[0031] Specifically, the hollow cavity is provided with wiring holes and is connected to both the first receiving cavity 1 and the second receiving cavity 6. This allows the data lines of the first plug 2 and the second plug 7 to pass through the wiring holes and enter the first receiving cavity 1 and the second receiving cavity 6 respectively. This arrangement simplifies wiring and reduces external interference. The sliding fit structure between the guide plate and the support plate 11 makes the overall layout more compact and facilitates installation and deployment in small equipment.

[0032] The first receiving cavity 1 has a first protrusion at its end near the hollow cavity. The cross-sectional shape of the first protrusion is a right trapezoid, with the lower base of the right trapezoid away from the support plate 11. A first rack 4 is provided on the inclined side. The surface of the first guide plate 12 opposite to the first rack 4 is inclined. A first strip hole is provided on the first guide plate 12, which is in the same direction of inclination as the first rack 4. While the first gear 3 rotates on its fixed axis, it slides relative to the first strip hole. Similarly, the second receiving cavity 6 has a second protrusion at its end near the hollow cavity. The cross-sectional shape of the second protrusion is a right trapezoid, with the lower base of the right trapezoid away from the support plate 11. A second rack 9 is provided on its inclined side. The surface of the second guide plate 13 opposite to the second rack 9 is inclined. A second strip hole is provided on the second guide plate 13, which is in the same direction of inclination as the second rack 9. While the second gear 8 rotates on its fixed axis, it slides relative to the second strip hole.

[0033] Thus, the guide plates (first guide plate 12 and second guide plate 13) apply lateral limiting to the gears (first gear 3 and second gear 8) through the strip holes (first strip hole and second strip hole), so that the gears and racks (first rack 4 and second rack 9) always maintain a good meshing state, preventing tooth dislodging caused by manufacturing tolerances or external force disturbances; at the same time, the design with consistent tilt direction ensures that the elastic force of the elastic element (first elastic element 5 and second elastic element 10) is effectively converted into linear thrust, improving the consistency of the action and response sensitivity of the plugs on both sides (first plug 2 and second plug 7).

[0034] Furthermore, the first control component includes a third elastic member 14 disposed within the support plate 11, a first abutting post 15 located on top of the third elastic member 14, and a first pressing member 16 disposed within the first guide plate 12; the second control component includes a fourth elastic member disposed within the support plate 11, a second abutting post located on top of the fourth elastic member, and a second pressing member 19 disposed within the second guide plate 13.

[0035] The first pressing element 16 is integrated within the first guide plate 12, working in conjunction with the third elastic element 14 and the first abutting post 15 in the support plate 11. When the user presses the first pressing element 16, the first abutting post 15 moves downward to release the lock on the first gear 3, allowing the first plug 2 to move; after being released, the third elastic element 14 automatically resets, pushing the first abutting post 15 upward to relock the gear. This structure completes the entire process of unlocking, movement, and self-locking without additional operation, making it easy to operate and providing good tactile feedback. In addition, the integration of the third elastic element 14 and the first abutting post 15 into the support plate 11, and the integration of the first pressing element 16 into the first guide plate 12, improves the compactness of the connector.

[0036] Similarly, the second pressing element 19 is integrated within the second guide plate 13, working in conjunction with the fourth elastic element and the second abutment post in the support plate 11. When the user presses the second pressing element 19, the second abutment post moves downward to release the lock on the second gear 8, allowing the second plug 7 to move; after being released, the fourth elastic element automatically resets, pushing the second abutment post upward to relock the gear. The beneficial effects of this configuration are the same as those of the first pressing element 16 described above, and will not be repeated here.

[0037] The locking engagement between the abutment posts (first abutment post 15 and second abutment post) and the gears (first gear 3 and second gear 8) is maintained by the preload of the elastic elements (third elastic element 14 and fourth elastic element), which always maintain a stable locked state without external force. Only by applying sufficient pressing pressure can the elastic elements (third elastic element 14 and fourth elastic element) be compressed to unlock, effectively preventing unexpected connection or disconnection caused by vibration, slight collision or accidental contact, and enhancing the reliability of the equipment under complex working conditions.

[0038] Furthermore, as can be seen from the above, the first control component and the second control component are completely separated in physical structure, each having its own independent elastic element, abutment post and pressing channel, ensuring that the action control of the plugs on both sides is isolated from each other, supporting flexible single-sided or double-sided operation strategies, and meeting diverse signal switching needs.

[0039] Furthermore, the first guide plate 12 is provided with a first guide groove 18, and the first pressing member 16 is located in a part of the first guide groove 18 with a first extension portion that protrudes radially. A fifth elastic member 17 is provided between the first extension portion and the bottom wall of the first guide groove 18. The second guide plate 13 is provided with a second guide groove, and the second pressing member 19 is located in a part of the second guide groove with a second extension portion that protrudes radially. A sixth elastic member is provided between the second extension portion and the bottom wall of the second guide groove.

[0040] Specifically, the first guide groove 18 is vertically arranged and includes a first guide section, a second guide section located below the first guide section, and a third guide section located below the second guide section. The diameter of the second guide section is larger than the diameters of the first and third guide sections. The fifth elastic member 17 is located in the second guide section, which provides space for the compression of the fifth elastic member 17. When the first guide plate 12 and the support plate 11 change from the locked state to the released state, during the downward pressing of the first pressing member 16, the fifth elastic member 17 is compressed in the second guide section, and the third elastic member 14 is compressed in the support plate 11, causing the first abutment post 15 to retract into the support plate 11. At this time, the user can pull the first guide plate 12 to slide along the support plate 11 to release the lock on the first gear 3.

[0041] Similarly, the second guide groove is vertically arranged and includes a fourth guide section, a fifth guide section located below the fourth guide section, and a sixth guide section located below the fifth guide section. The diameter of the fifth guide section is larger than the diameters of the fourth and sixth guide sections. The sixth elastic element is located in the fifth guide section, which provides space for the compression of the sixth elastic element. When the second guide plate 13 and the support plate 11 change from the locked state to the released state, during the downward pressing of the second pressing member 19, the sixth elastic element is compressed in the fifth guide section, and the fourth elastic element is compressed in the support plate 11, causing the second abutment post to retract into the support plate 11. At this time, the user can pull the second guide plate 13 to slide along the support plate 11 to release the lock on the second gear 8.

[0042] In this way, the gear unlocking (first gear 3 and second gear 8) is naturally connected with the sliding operation, which significantly improves the ease of use of the connector.

[0043] In an optional embodiment, the surfaces of the first abutment post 15 and the first guide plate 12 that slide together are both inclined surfaces; the surfaces of the second abutment post and the second guide plate 13 that slide together are also inclined surfaces. Compared to a flat surface, inclined surface contact can create a better force distribution during relative motion, thereby reducing local stress concentration and helping to reduce dry friction and jamming, thus reducing wear and improving the durability of the connector.

[0044] In an optional embodiment, the support plate 11 has a first guide groove and a second guide groove. The first guide groove guides the first guide plate 12, and the second guide groove guides the second guide plate 13. The first guide groove and the second guide groove provide a clear sliding path for the first guide plate 12 and the second guide plate 13, respectively, effectively limiting their degrees of freedom in non-motion directions (such as up and down, rotation, or lateral sway), so that the first receiving cavity 1 and the second receiving cavity 6 slide smoothly only along a preset direction, thereby ensuring the straightness and repeatability of the plug (first plug 2 and second plug 7) extension / retraction process and avoiding poor contact or mechanical jamming caused by skew. The guide groove is directly integrated into the support plate 11 body, eliminating the need for additional guide rails, sliders, and other parts, which reduces the number of parts and the assembly difficulty.

[0045] In an optional embodiment, when the first plug 2 is plugged into the first target object, the compression amount of the first elastic member 5 is 1 / 3–1 / 2 of the compression amount of the first gear 3 in its initial state; when the second plug 7 is plugged into the second target object, the compression amount of the second elastic member 10 is 1 / 3–1 / 2 of the compression amount of the second gear 8 in its initial state.

[0046] It can be seen that in the plugged-in state, the elastic elements (first elastic element 5 and second elastic element 10) still maintain moderate compression, which can provide a stable and continuous positive thrust to make the plug fit tightly with the target interface and ensure the integrity of the electrical connection signal, while avoiding excessive compression of the elastic elements (first elastic element 5 and second elastic element 10) leading to elastic fatigue or failure, thus extending the service life of the elastic elements (first elastic element 5 and second elastic element 10).

[0047] In an optional embodiment, the meshing surfaces of the first gear 3 and the first rack 4, as well as the meshing surfaces of the second gear 8 and the second rack 9, are provided with a wear-resistant coating. This improves the wear resistance of the transmission components and extends their service life.

[0048] In an optional embodiment, the first gear 3 and the first rack 4, as well as the second gear 8 and the second rack 9, all employ involute gear meshing. This configuration improves the smoothness of the transmission and reduces meshing impact and vibration.

[0049] In an optional embodiment, the first moving component and the second moving component are symmetrically arranged along the central axis of the hollow cavity, and the first control component and the second control component are symmetrically arranged; the first guide plate 12 includes a vertically arranged first handle, and the second guide plate 13 includes a vertically arranged second handle.

[0050] This can be understood as follows: the hollow cavity has a rectangular parallelepiped structure, and the first moving components are symmetrically arranged along its central axis. More specifically, there are two first guide plates 12, distributed on the upper and lower sides of the support plate 11, and two first pressing components, also distributed on the upper and lower sides of the support plate 11. The connecting piece for connecting the upper and lower first guide plates 12 is a first vertical plate, which constitutes the first handle.

[0051] By symmetrically arranging the first guide plate 12 and the first pressing member 16 on the upper and lower sides of the support plate 11, and connecting them as a whole by the first vertical plate (i.e., the first handle), the force can be synchronously and evenly transmitted to the upper and lower transmission mechanisms when the user presses or pulls the first handle. This avoids the problems of tilting, jamming, or gear meshing imbalance caused by unilateral force on the first guide plate 12, significantly improving the smoothness of movement and structural reliability.

[0052] Similarly, the second moving components are symmetrically arranged along the central axis of the hollow cavity. More specifically, two second guide plates 13 are provided and distributed on the upper and lower sides of the support plate 11, and two second pressing components are provided and distributed on the upper and lower sides of the support plate 11. The connecting piece for connecting the upper and lower second guide plates 13 is a second vertical plate, which constitutes the second handle. The beneficial effects here refer to the beneficial effects of the first moving components and the first control components being arranged along the central axis of the hollow cavity.

[0053] In addition, this application also provides a connection method for a bidirectional connection converter, which is applicable to the above-mentioned bidirectional connection converter and includes: step 1, pressing a first pressing member to extend a first plug and connect it to a first target object; step 2, pressing a second pressing member to extend a second plug and connect it to a second target object.

[0054] It should be noted that this application does not limit the pressing order of the first pressing member and the second pressing member, and one of them can also be pressed alone. The specific operation depends on the actual situation.

[0055] The basic principles of this application have been described above with reference to specific embodiments. However, it should be noted that the advantages, benefits, and effects mentioned in this application are merely examples and not limitations, and should not be considered as essential features of each embodiment of this application. Furthermore, the specific details disclosed above are for illustrative and facilitative purposes only, and are not limitations. These details do not limit the application to the necessity of employing the aforementioned specific details for implementation.

[0056] The block diagrams of devices, apparatuses, devices, and systems involved in this application are merely illustrative examples and are not intended to require or imply that they must be connected, arranged, or configured in the manner shown in the block diagrams. As those skilled in the art will recognize, these devices, apparatuses, devices, and systems can be connected, arranged, and configured in any manner. Words such as “comprising,” “including,” “having,” etc., are open-ended terms meaning “including but not limited to,” and are used interchangeably with them. The terms “or” and “and” as used herein refer to the terms “and / or,” and are used interchangeably with them unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. The term “such as” as used herein refers to the phrase “such as but not limited to,” and is used interchangeably with it.

[0057] It should also be noted that in the apparatus, equipment, and housing of this application, the components or steps can be disassembled and / or reassembled. These disassemblies and / or reassemblies should be considered as equivalent solutions of this application.

[0058] The above description of the disclosed aspects is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make or use this application. Various modifications to these aspects will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein can be applied to other aspects without departing from the scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not intended to be limited to the aspects shown herein, but rather to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

[0059] It should be understood that the qualifiers “first,” “second,” “third,” “fourth,” “fifth,” and “sixth” used in the description of the embodiments of this application are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application.

[0060] The above description has been given for purposes of illustration and description. Furthermore, this description is not intended to limit the embodiments of this application to the forms disclosed herein. Although numerous exemplary aspects and embodiments have been discussed above, those skilled in the art will recognize certain variations, modifications, alterations, additions, and sub-combinations thereof.

Claims

1. A bidirectional connection converter, characterized in that, include: Matching components; The first moving component includes a first receiving cavity, in which a first plug is disposed, and a first gear and a first rack are disposed on the first receiving cavity. The first rack is inclined, and a first elastic element is disposed between the first receiving cavity and the mating component. A first control component is configured to release the initial state of the first gear by downward compression and to lock the first gear in the initial state by upward extension, the initial state of the first gear being configured to be completely disengaged from the first target. The second moving component includes a second receiving cavity, a second plug is disposed in the second receiving cavity, and a second gear and a second rack are disposed on the second receiving cavity. The second rack is inclined. A second elastic element is disposed between the second receiving cavity and the mating component. The first moving component and the second moving component are distributed on both sides of the mating component. The second control component is used to release the initial state of the second gear by downward compression and to lock the second gear in the initial state by upward extension, the initial state of the second gear being configured to be completely disengaged from the second target. Specifically, by compressing the first control component, the first gear rotates in a first direction and meshes with the first rack, reducing the compressive force of the first elastic element, causing the first elastic element to extend and push the first plug out to connect with the first target object; by rotating the first gear in a second direction and meshing with the first rack, increasing the compression of the first elastic element, the first elastic element causes the first plug to disengage from the first target object; by extending the first control component, the first gear is stationarily meshed with the first rack; by compressing the second control component, the second gear rotates in a second direction and meshes with the second rack, reducing the compression of the second elastic element, causing the second elastic element to extend and push the second plug out to connect with the second target object; by rotating the second gear in a first direction and meshing with the second rack, increasing the compression of the second elastic element, the second elastic element causes the second plug to disengage from the second target object, and by extending the second control component, the second gear is stationarily meshed with the second rack.

2. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mating assembly includes a hollow cavity for the data cable to pass through and a support plate connected to the hollow cavity; The first receiving cavity protrudes from the end near the mating component and forms a first protrusion. The first protrusion is provided with the first rack. The support plate is provided with a first guide plate that can slide with the support plate. The first guide plate has a first strip-shaped hole that is in the same direction as the inclination of the first rack. The second receiving cavity protrudes from the end near the mating component to form a second protrusion. The second protrusion is provided with the second rack. The support plate is provided with a second guide plate that can slide with the support plate. The second guide plate has a second strip-shaped hole that is in the same direction as the inclination of the second rack.

3. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first control component includes a third elastic element disposed within the support plate, a first abutting post located on top of the third elastic element, and a first pressing element disposed within the first guide plate; The second control component includes a fourth elastic element disposed within the support plate, a second abutment post located on top of the fourth elastic element, and a second pressing element disposed within the second guide plate.

4. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first guide plate is provided with a first guide groove, and the first pressing member has a first extension portion that protrudes radially in a part of the first guide groove. A fifth elastic member is provided between the first extension portion and the bottom wall of the first guide groove. The second guide plate is provided with a second guide groove, and the second pressing member has a second extension portion that protrudes radially in a part of the second guide groove. A sixth elastic member is provided between the second extension portion and the bottom wall of the second guide groove.

5. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 3, characterized in that, The surfaces on which the first abutting post slides into the first guide plate are both inclined surfaces; The surfaces on which the second abutment post and the second guide plate slide together are both inclined surfaces.

6. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support plate has a first guide groove and a second guide groove. The first guide groove is used to guide the first guide plate, and the second guide groove is used to guide the second guide plate.

7. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the first plug is engaged with the first target object, the compression of the first elastic element is 1 / 3 to 1 / 2 of the compression of the first gear in its initial state. When the second plug is engaged with the second target object, the compression of the second elastic element is 1 / 3 to 1 / 2 of the compression of the second gear in its initial state.

8. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The meshing surfaces of the first gear and the first rack, as well as the meshing surfaces of the second gear and the second rack, are provided with wear-resistant coatings. The first gear and the first rack, as well as the second gear and the second rack, are all involute gears meshing together.

9. The bidirectional connection converter according to claim 2, characterized in that, Along the central axis of the hollow cavity, the first moving component and the second moving component are symmetrically arranged, and the first control component and the second control component are symmetrically arranged. The first guide plate includes a vertically arranged first handle, and the second guide plate includes a vertically arranged second handle.

10. A connection method for a bidirectional connection converter, characterized in that, A bidirectional connection converter applicable to any one of claims 1-9, comprising: Step 1: Press the first pressing member to extend the first plug and connect it to the first target object; Step 2: Press the second pressing member to extend the second plug and connect it to the second target object.

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