Floating joint assembly

Abstract

This application provides a floating connector assembly, relating to the field of connector technology. The floating connector assembly includes: a floating connector body with a through cavity for accommodating a male connector; and a floating member disposed within the through cavity for insertion with the male connector. The floating member has a guide slope and is configured such that a portion of the floating member floats relative to the floating connector body, allowing the male connector to move along the guide slope and insert into the floating member. When the male connector is inserted into the floating member, it can move along the guide slope until it is inserted into the floating member. The guide slope converts a portion of the insertion force of the male connector into a component force parallel to the guide slope, reducing resistance in the insertion direction and thus effectively reducing the insertion force.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of connecting fittings technology, and more particularly to a floating joint assembly. Background Technology

[0002] Connectors are mainly used to connect two parts together. However, in some cases, the two parts are fixed to different structures. When the parts are connected to the structure, there may be deviations, which may make it impossible for the two parts to be aligned and make it difficult to connect them using a connector.

[0003] In related technologies, a floating joint is used for connection. An annular elastic element can be set inside the floating joint. One of the parts to be connected is inserted into the annular elastic element, and the floating joint is connected to the other part to be connected. The elastic element can be deformed by compression, thereby absorbing the deviation generated by the two parts to be connected, so as to realize the connection of the two parts to be connected.

[0004] However, since the elastic element is ring-shaped and the inner surface that contacts the part to be connected is a vertical surface, the resistance is large when the part to be connected is inserted into the elastic element, resulting in a large insertion force required. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application provides a floating joint assembly to solve the problem that in the prior art, the elastic element of the floating joint is annular and the inner surface that contacts the part to be connected is vertical, resulting in greater resistance when the part to be connected is inserted into the elastic element, thus requiring a larger insertion force.

[0006] This application provides a floating connector assembly, comprising: a floating connector body having a through cavity for accommodating a male connector; and a floating member disposed within the through cavity for insertion with the male connector, the floating member having a guide slope, and the floating member being configured such that a portion of the floating member floats relative to the floating connector body, thereby causing the male connector to move along the guide slope and insert into the floating member.

[0007] In some possible implementations, some of the floating components are cones, and some of the floating components gradually taper inward from the top to the bottom in a direction away from the main body of the floating joint, with the guide slope correspondingly disposed on the inner side of some of the floating components.

[0008] In some possible implementations, the floating component includes a first sealing ring and a second sealing ring, the second sealing ring being elastically connected to one of the top or bottom ends of the first sealing ring, the first sealing ring being connected to the inner wall of the floating connector body, the second sealing ring being used for insertion into the male connector, the second sealing ring being a cone, and the second sealing ring floating relative to the first sealing ring.

[0009] In some possible implementations, the angle between the bottom end of the second sealing ring and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 125° and less than or equal to 135°.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the floating joint body has a first groove inside, the outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring and one of the first grooves have a protrusion, and the outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring and the other of the first grooves have a recess, and the protrusion and the recess are adapted to each other.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the first sealing ring includes a sealing ring and a support frame disposed inside the sealing ring.

[0012] In some possible implementations, the sealing ring and the second sealing ring are rubber parts, and the sealing ring and the second sealing ring are integrally molded structures.

[0013] In some possible implementations, a safety ring is also included. The floating joint body has a second groove inside, and the safety ring is disposed in the second groove, abutting against the top of the first sealing ring.

[0014] In some possible implementations, a connecting pipe is also included, the sidewall of which is connected to the floating joint body.

[0015] In some possible implementations, one end of the connecting pipe is provided with a claw, and the other end is provided with a fastening element that matches the claw. Adjacent connecting pipes are connected by the claw and the fastening element.

[0016] The floating joint assembly provided in this application has a guide slope on the floating member. When the male joint is inserted into the floating member, the male joint can move along the guide slope until it is inserted into the floating member. The guide slope converts part of the insertion force of the male joint into a component force parallel to the guide slope, reducing the resistance in the insertion direction and thus effectively reducing the insertion force. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0018] Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of a floating joint assembly connected to a male joint, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a floating joint assembly connected to a male joint, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a floating joint assembly assembled into a whole, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0022] 100-Floating joint body; 110-First groove; 120-Second groove; 200-Floating component; 210-First sealing ring; 211-Sealing rubber ring; 212-Support frame; 220-Second sealing ring; 230-Guide slope; 300-Safety ring; 400-Male connector; 500-Connecting pipe; 600-Claw; 700-Snap-fit ​​component.

[0023] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0024] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0025] The terms "first," "second," "third," etc. (if present) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0026] Secondly, it should be noted that in the description of this application, the terms "inner", "outer", "first direction", "second direction", etc., indicating the direction or positional relationship are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or component must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0027] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0028] As shown in the background section, most related technologies currently employ floating joint connections. A ring-shaped elastic element can be installed inside the floating joint. One component to be connected is inserted into the ring-shaped elastic element, and the other component is connected to the other end of the floating joint. The elastic element can deform due to compression, thereby absorbing the offset generated by the component and achieving an aligned connection between the two components, thus protecting the related components or equipment from running smoothly.

[0029] However, when the component to be connected is inserted into the elastic element, the inner and outer walls of the elastic element are completely in contact with the side walls of the component and the floating joint, respectively. This results in a small relative floating distance caused by the compression deformation of the elastic element. Consequently, the amount of offset or tolerance of the component to be connected is small, making it impossible to achieve adaptive alignment of the component to be connected, thus limiting its applicability.

[0030] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a floating connector assembly, comprising: a floating connector body and a floating element; wherein, the floating connector body has a through cavity for accommodating a male connector, and the floating element is disposed within the through cavity for insertion with the male connector. The floating element has a guide slope and is configured such that a portion of the floating element floats relative to the floating connector body, allowing the male connector to move along the guide slope and insert into the floating element. When the male connector is inserted into the floating element, it can move along the guide slope until it is inserted into the floating element. The guide slope converts a portion of the insertion force of the male connector into a component force parallel to the guide slope, reducing the resistance in the insertion direction and thus effectively reducing the insertion force.

[0031] The technical solution of this application and how the technical solution of this application solves the above-mentioned technical problems are described in detail below with specific embodiments. These specific embodiments can be combined with each other, and the same or similar concepts or processes may not be described again in some embodiments. The embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0032] See Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this application embodiment provides a floating joint assembly, including:

[0033] The floating connector body 100 has a through cavity inside for accommodating the male connector 400.

[0034] A floating member 200 is disposed within the through cavity and is used to insert into the male connector 400. The floating member 200 has a guide slope 230 and is configured such that a portion of the floating member 200 floats relative to the floating connector body 100, so that the male connector 400 moves along the guide slope 230 and inserts into the floating member 200.

[0035] It is understood that the floating component 200 is adapted to be disposed within the through cavity inside the floating connector body 100 and has a insertion hole for the component to be connected (e.g., the male connector 400) to be inserted. However, since the male connector 400 may be connected to the upper structure (not shown in the figure) before the floating component 200 is inserted, the male connector 400 may be misaligned, preventing it from being successfully connected to another component below (not shown in the figure). This is a current situation and will not be elaborated upon.

[0036] Therefore, the floating member 200 can be provided with a guide slope 230. When the male connector 400 is inserted into the floating member 200, the male connector 400 can move along the guide slope 230 until it is inserted into the floating member 200. The guide slope 230 converts part of the insertion force of the male connector 400 into a component force parallel to the guide slope 230, reducing the resistance in the insertion direction, thereby effectively reducing the insertion force. Compared with the provision of annular elastic members, the male connector 400 is inserted vertically into the floating member 200, which effectively reduces the insertion force.

[0037] The floating component 200 can absorb a deviation distance of 0-2 mm in the radial direction (perpendicular to the insertion direction) so that the male connector 400 can be connected to another component to be connected.

[0038] In some possible implementations, such as Figure 1 As shown, part of the floating component 200 is a cone, and part of the floating component 200 extends inward from the top to the bottom in a direction away from the floating joint body 100. The guide slope 230 is correspondingly provided on the inner side of part of the floating component 200.

[0039] Specifically, in combination Figure 1 As shown, the part of the floating member 200 that contacts the male connector 400 can be set as a cone. When the male connector 400 is inserted into the floating member 200, since part of the floating member 200 is a cone surface that tapers from the top to the bottom, the cone surface (guide slope 230) can guide the male connector 400 to be inserted, which effectively reduces the insertion force compared to vertical insertion.

[0040] In some possible implementations, such as Figure 1As shown, the floating component 200 includes a first sealing ring 210 and a second sealing ring 220. The second sealing ring 220 is elastically connected to either the top or bottom end of the first sealing ring 210. The first sealing ring 210 is connected to the inner wall of the floating connector body 100. The second sealing ring 220 is used to insert into the male connector 400. The second sealing ring 220 is a cone and floats relative to the first sealing ring 210.

[0041] For details, see Figure 1 As shown, the floating member 200 can be configured as a two-layer sealing ring elastic connection, wherein the top or bottom of the first sealing ring 210 and the second sealing ring 220 are connected to each other, that is, the cross-section of the floating member 200 can be a "positive V" or "inverted V" shape, so that the second sealing ring 220 can float relative to the first sealing ring 210 when subjected to compressive force. When the male connector 400 with deviation is inserted into the second sealing ring 220, the second sealing ring 220 can drive the male connector 400 to move radially (in a direction perpendicular to the insertion direction), thereby enabling it to connect with another component to be connected. It should be noted that the second sealing ring 220 floats relative to the first sealing ring 210, so that the floating member 200 can absorb a deviation of 3° along the axis of the floating connector, and the male connector 400 can be inserted laterally into the floating connector to a certain extent, that is, the male connector 400 with deviation can also be smoothly inserted into the floating member 200. Furthermore, the inner diameter of the bottom end of the second sealing ring 220 can be adapted to the size of the male connector 400, that is, the bottom end of the second sealing ring 220 and the male connector 400 can be interference-fitted to ensure a sealed connection between the second sealing ring 220 and the male connector 400.

[0042] Furthermore, combined Figure 1 As shown, the angle between the bottom end of the second sealing ring 220 and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 125° and less than or equal to 135°. It can be understood that the second sealing ring 220 extends obliquely relative to the first sealing ring 210. Within this oblique angle range, the male connector 400 can be guided to insert into the second sealing ring 220 to the greatest extent possible, thereby reducing the insertion force of the male connector 400.

[0043] In some possible implementations, such as Figure 1 As shown, the floating joint body 100 has a first groove 110 inside. The outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring 210 and one of the first groove 110 are provided with a protrusion, and the outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring 210 and the other of the first groove 110 are provided with a recess. The protrusion and the recess are matched.

[0044] For details, see Figure 1As shown, the inner wall of the floating joint body 100 has a first groove 110, and the floating member 200 can be disposed in the first groove 110. The outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring 210 and one of the first grooves 110 have a protrusion, and the outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring 210 and the other of the first grooves 110 have a recess. The protrusion and the recess are matched, and the first sealing ring 210 can be tightly secured in the first groove 110, preventing the first sealing ring 210 from shifting due to excessive pressure. Figure 1 As shown, the second sealing ring 220 is disposed inside the first sealing ring 210 to facilitate the insertion of the male connector 400.

[0045] And, as Figure 1 As shown, the first sealing ring 210 has an annular structure and is installed in the first groove 110 and connected to the side wall of the floating joint body 100.

[0046] In some possible implementations, such as Figure 1 As shown, the first sealing ring 210 includes a sealing ring 211 and a support frame 212 disposed inside the sealing ring 211.

[0047] Reference Figure 1 As shown, a support frame 212 can be provided inside the sealing ring 211 connected to the floating joint body 100. The support frame 212 can also be set as a ring structure to support the sealing ring 211 and prevent the sealing ring 211 from collapsing or deforming, which would affect the absorption tolerance effect.

[0048] Furthermore, the sealing ring 211 and the second sealing ring 220 are rubber parts, and they are integrally molded. It is understood that in other embodiments, the sealing ring 211 and the second sealing ring 220 can also be elastic parts, as long as they can further absorb the tolerances generated by the male connector 400 and maintain a consistently sealed connection with the male connector 400. Moreover, the sealing ring 211 and the second sealing ring 220 can be integrally molded; this configuration improves the overall tolerance absorption effect of the floating part 200.

[0049] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, it also includes a safety ring 300. The floating joint body 100 has a second groove 120 inside, and the safety ring 300 is disposed in the second groove 120. The safety ring 300 abuts against the top of the first sealing ring 210.

[0050] Specifically, in combination Figure 1As shown, a second groove 120 is also provided inside the floating joint body 1. The second groove 120 is located above the first groove 110. The safety ring 300 can be installed in the second groove 120, and the safety ring 300 partially protrudes from the second groove 120. The protruding part of the safety ring 300 abuts against the top of the first sealing ring 210 to fix the first sealing ring 210 and prevent the first sealing ring 210 from detaching from the first groove 110 or the floating joint body 100, causing the floating joint assembly to fail.

[0051] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, it includes a connecting pipe 500, the side wall of which is connected to the floating joint body 100.

[0052] Specifically, in combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, a connecting port is provided on the side wall of the connecting pipe 500, through which one end of the floating connector body 100 can be connected. The connecting pipe 500 can also be provided with another port, which can be connected to another component to be connected. Then, the male connector 400 is inserted into the floating connector body 100. Since the floating connector body 100 is provided with a floating element 200, the floating element 200 can absorb tolerances in the radial direction, enabling the male connector 400 to connect with the component to be connected. This avoids connection failure due to tolerances in the male connector 400. Furthermore, the insertion of the male connector 400 into the floating element 200 ensures a sealed connection between the male connector 400 and the component to be connected.

[0053] Furthermore, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, one end of the connecting pipe 500 is provided with a clamp 600, and the other end is provided with a fastening element 700 that matches the clamp 600. Adjacent connecting pipes 500 are connected by clamping the clamp 600 and the fastening element 700.

[0054] It is understandable that adjacent connecting pipes 500 can be connected to form a whole. However, due to tolerances in the connection of adjacent connecting pipes 500, misalignment can occur at the connection point, preventing a proper connection. Therefore, a clamp 600 can be provided at one end of each connecting pipe 500, and a matching fastener 700 can be provided at the other end. When adjacent connecting pipes 500 are connected, they are secured by the clamp 600 and the fastener 700. This connection between adjacent connecting pipes 500 acts as a buffer, absorbing a deviation of 0-2 mm parallel to the extension direction of the connecting pipes 500, thus ensuring a proper connection between adjacent connecting pipes 500.

[0055] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the embodiments disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and embodiments are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the foregoing claims.

[0056] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A floating joint assembly characterized by, include: The floating connector body (100) has a through cavity inside for accommodating the male connector (400); A floating member (200) is disposed within the through cavity. The floating member (200) has a guide slope (230) to allow the male connector (400) to move along the guide slope (230) and be inserted into the floating member (200). The floating member (200) is configured such that a portion of the floating member (200) floats relative to the floating connector body (100).

2. The floating joint assembly of claim 1, wherein, Some of the floating components (200) are cones, and some of the floating components (200) extend inward from the top to the bottom in a direction away from the floating joint body (100), and the guide slope (230) is correspondingly provided on the inner side of some of the floating components (200).

3. The floating joint assembly of claim 2, wherein, The floating component (200) includes a first sealing ring (210) and a second sealing ring (220). The second sealing ring (220) is elastically connected to either the top or bottom end of the first sealing ring (210). The first sealing ring (210) is connected to the inner wall of the floating connector body (100). The second sealing ring (220) is used to insert into the male connector (400). The second sealing ring (220) is a cone. The second sealing ring (220) floats relative to the first sealing ring (210).

4. The floating joint assembly of claim 3, wherein, The angle between the bottom end of the second sealing ring (220) and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 125° and less than or equal to 135°.

5. The floating joint assembly of claim 3, wherein, The floating joint body (100) has a first groove (110) inside. The outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring (210) and the first groove (110) are provided with a protrusion, and the outer peripheral wall of the first sealing ring (210) and the first groove (110) are provided with a recess. The protrusion and the recess are adapted to each other.

6. The floating joint assembly of claim 3, wherein, The first sealing ring (210) includes a sealing ring (211) and a support frame (212) disposed inside the sealing ring (211).

7. The floating joint assembly of claim 6, wherein, The sealing ring (211) and the second sealing ring (220) are rubber parts, and the sealing ring (211) and the second sealing ring (220) are integrally formed structures.

8. The floating joint assembly of claim 5, wherein, It also includes a safety ring (300), and a second groove (120) is provided inside the floating joint body (100). The safety ring (300) is disposed in the second groove (120) and abuts against the top of the first sealing ring (210).

9. The floating joint assembly of any of claims 1-8, wherein, It also includes a connecting pipe (500), the sidewall of which is connected to the floating joint body (100).

10. The floating joint assembly of claim 9, wherein, One end of the connecting pipe (500) is provided with a claw (600), and the other end is provided with a fastening element (700) that matches the claw (600). Adjacent connecting pipes (500) are connected by the claw (600) and the fastening element (700).

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