Component connection and detection device

By designing component connection and detection devices, using probe modules and resistance detectors to automatically detect electrical connection quality, the problem of low manual detection efficiency in the prior art is solved, and efficient and low-cost electrical connection detection is achieved.

CN223259861UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-22SHURE ELECTRONICS SUZHOU
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421263981.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-06-04
Publication Date
2025-08-22
Estimated Expiration
2034-06-04

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Technical Problem

In the prior art, detecting the electrical connection quality of the electrical connection component requires manual operation, which is inefficient and labor-intensive, especially in the case of multiple electrical connection components, which is poor in cost-effectiveness.

Method used

Design a component connection and detection device, including a component connection holding table and a resistance detection device, connect it to a resistance detector using a probe module and a wire, automatically detect the electrical connection quality, and judge the connection quality by measuring the resistance value.

Benefits of technology

Semi-automated electrical connection detection is realized, which improves detection efficiency, reduces labor intensity, improves cost-effectiveness, and can quickly identify unqualified connection parts.

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Abstract

A component connection and detection apparatus includes: a component connection holding table including at least one holding portion, each holding portion configured to hold a pair of components for connection together, including a first component and a second component connected to each other to form at least a first connection portion and a second connection portion; the resistance detection device comprises a resistance detector and a plurality of resistance detection modules, each resistance detection module is arranged corresponding to a pair of components and comprises a probe module, the probe module comprises a probe retaining plate, the probe retaining plate is arranged to be located at a detection position and a non-detection position, and at least a first probe and a second probe are arranged on the probe retaining plate; wherein at the detection position, the first probe and the second probe are respectively connected to the first connecting part and the second connecting part; at the non-detection position, the first probe and the second probe are respectively far away from the first connecting part and the second connecting part; the first wire and the second wire are arranged to connect the first probe and the second probe to corresponding binding posts of a resistance detector respectively.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a component connection and detection device that allows for effective detection of component electrical connection quality with a simple structure and operation. Background Art

[0002] In the prior art, it is known that the quality of the electrical connection between two electrically connected components needs to be detected. This detection is often performed manually, which is very time-consuming and labor-intensive, with low detection efficiency and high labor intensity, which greatly reduces cost-effectiveness, especially when there are multiple electrical connection parts between the two electrically connected components.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to propose a device that can overcome the problems in the prior art and optionally bring other beneficial effects. Utility Model Content

[0004] To this end, the present invention proposes a component connection and detection device. According to one embodiment, the component connection and detection device includes:

[0005] A component connection holding station includes at least one holding portion, each of the holding portions being configured to hold a pair of components for connection, the pair of components including a first component and a second component.

[0006] The first component includes a plurality of connecting members, and the plurality of connecting members include at least a first connecting member and a second connecting member;

[0007] The second component includes a plurality of mating connectors, and the plurality of mating connectors include at least a first mating connector and a second mating connector;

[0008] The first connecting member is used to connect with the first mating connecting member to form a first connecting portion;

[0009] The second connecting member is used to connect with the second mating connecting member to form a second connecting portion;

[0010] A resistance detection device includes a resistance detector and a plurality of resistance detection modules, each resistance detection module being provided corresponding to the pair of components and comprising:

[0011] The probe module includes a probe holding plate, the probe holding plate is configured to be able to be in a detection position and a non-detection position, and a plurality of probes are arranged on the probe holding plate, the plurality of probes including at least a first probe and a second probe, wherein in the detection position, the first probe and the second probe are connected to the first connection part and the second connection part respectively; in the non-detection position, the first probe and the second probe are away from the first connection part and the second connection part respectively;

[0012] A plurality of wires include at least a first wire and a second wire, wherein the first wire and the second wire are configured to connect the first probe and the second probe to corresponding terminals of the resistance tester, respectively, to allow detection of a first resistance between the first connection portion and the second connection portion.

[0013] According to various embodiments, the component connection and detection device proposed by the present invention may further include one or more of the following further developments.

[0014] In some embodiments, the probe holding plates of the plurality of resistance detection modules are a single piece.

[0015] In some embodiments, the multiple connectors of the first component further include a third connector; the multiple mating connectors of the second component further include a third mating connector; the third connector is used to connect with the third mating connector to form a third connection portion; the multiple probes further include a third probe, wherein, in the detection position, the third probe is connected to the third connection portion; in the non-detection position, the third probe is away from the third connection portion; the multiple wires further include a third wire, and the third wire is used to connect the third probe to the corresponding terminal of the resistance tester to also allow detection of a third resistance between the third connection portion and the first connection portion and a second resistance between the third connection portion and the second connection portion.

[0016] In some embodiments, the component connection holding platform includes 2-6 holding portions; and the resistance detection device correspondingly includes 2-6 resistance detection modules.

[0017] In some embodiments, the resistance detection device further includes an alarm module corresponding to the corresponding resistance detection module, and the alarm module is configured to be controlled by the resistance detector to issue an alarm when at least one of the first resistance, the second resistance, and the third resistance exceeds a given range.

[0018] In some embodiments, the alarm module includes three indicator light components, each of which is configured to indicate a detection result of a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor.

[0019] In some embodiments, each indicator light assembly includes a first indicator light and a second indicator light, and is configured as follows: when a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor is within a given range, the corresponding first indicator light is on; when a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor is not within the given range, the corresponding second indicator light is on.

[0020] In some embodiments, the indicator light assembly is disposed on the probe holding plate, and the first indicator light and the second indicator light of each indicator light assembly correspond to one of the probes.

[0021] In some embodiments, the probe holding plate is configured to be pivotally connected to the component connection holding stage so as to be pivotable relative to the component connection holding stage between the detection position and the non-detection position.

[0022] In some embodiments, the probe holding plate is further provided with a handle for pivoting the probe holding plate relative to the component connection holding platform via the handle.

[0023] In some embodiments, when the first component and the second component connected to each other are located at corresponding holding portions, the first connecting portion, the second connecting portion, and the third connecting portion are arranged on a straight line.

[0024] In some embodiments, the first component and the second component are connected to each other via welding.

[0025] In some embodiments, the second component is a circuit board assembly, and the plurality of mating connectors are solder pads disposed on the circuit board assembly.

[0026] In some embodiments, the plurality of connecting portions of the first component are connecting lines.

[0027] In some embodiments, the first connection portion, the second connection portion, and the third connection portion are located on the same plane. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only illustrate certain embodiments of the present disclosure and should not be considered as limiting the scope. A person of ordinary skill in the art can also derive other relevant drawings based on these drawings without inventive effort. In the drawings:

[0029] Figure 1 A schematic perspective view shows a component connection and detection device in a non-detection state according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0030] Figure 2 A schematic perspective view shows a component connection and detection device in a detection state according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0031] Figure 3 A component connection and testing device according to an exemplary embodiment is shown in a schematic side view in a testing state.

[0032] Reference Signs List

[0033] 10 component connection and detection device

[0034] 100-component connection holding station

[0035] 110 first component

[0036] 111 first connecting piece

[0037] 112 second connecting piece

[0038] 113 third connecting piece

[0039] 120 Second Component

[0040] 121 first mating connector

[0041] 122 second matching connector

[0042] 123 third matching connector

[0043] 130 holding unit

[0044] 131 first retaining structure

[0045] 132 second retaining structure

[0046] 140 first connection part

[0047] 150 second connection part

[0048] 160 third connection part

[0049] 190 sidewall

[0050] 200 resistance monitor

[0051] 300 resistance detection module

[0052] More than 310 wires

[0053] 320 probe holding plate

[0054] 321 First Probe

[0055] 322 Second Probe

[0056] 323 Third Probe

[0057] 330 pivot shaft

[0058] 340 stopper

[0059] 350 handle

[0060] 400 alarm module

[0061] 410 first indicator light

[0062] 420 second indicator light DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0063] Below, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a component connection and detection device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is described in detail. To make the purpose, technical solution, and advantages of the present utility model more clear, the technical solution of the embodiment of the present disclosure will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiment of the present disclosure. Obviously, the described embodiment is only a part of the embodiment of the present disclosure, not all of the embodiments.

[0064] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present disclosure provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure as claimed, but merely represents selected embodiments of the present disclosure. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present disclosure without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present disclosure.

[0065] Unless the context otherwise defines, the singular includes the plural. Throughout the specification, the terms "including", "having", etc. are used herein to specify the presence of the features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, parts or their combination, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, parts or their combination.

[0066] In addition, even though terms including ordinal numbers such as "first," "second," etc. may be used to describe various components, these components are not limited by these terms, and these terms are only used to distinguish one element from other elements. For example, a first component may be referred to as a second component, and similarly, a second component may be referred to as a first component without departing from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0067] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "up", "down", "left", "right", "inside", "outside", etc. indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientations or positional relationships in which the disclosed product is conventionally placed when in use, or are the orientations or positional relationships conventionally understood by those skilled in the art. These are merely for the convenience of describing the present disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present disclosure.

[0068] like Figure 1-2As shown, the present disclosure provides a component connection and detection device 10. The component connection and detection device 10 is configured to detect the quality of the electrical connection between two connected components, more specifically, to detect the quality of the electrical connection by detecting whether the resistance between the connection parts meets a given range. Optionally, the component connection and detection device 10 is also configured to allow a connection between the two connected components to be achieved thereon, such as a welding connection. According to one embodiment, as Figure 1-2 As shown adaptively, the component connecting and testing device 10 can connect the holding table 100 and the resistance testing device to the components.

[0069] According to some embodiments, Figure 1-2 As shown, the component connection holding station 100 includes at least one holding portion 130, such as Figure 1-2 Three retaining portions 130 are shown in the figure. Each retaining portion 130 is configured to retain a pair of components for connection, more specifically, electrically connected together, the pair of components including a first component 110 and a second component 120. Exemplarily, but not exclusively, the first component 110 is a microphone part, and the second component 120 is a circuit board assembly (PCBA). The first component 110 may include a plurality of connectors, the plurality of connectors including at least a first connector 111 and a second connector 112. The second component 120 may include a plurality of mating connectors, the plurality of mating connectors including at least a first mating connector 121 and a second mating connector 122. The first connector 111 is used to connect with the first mating connector 121 to form a first connection portion 140, and the second connector 112 is used to connect with the second mating connector 122 to form a second connection portion 150.

[0070] like Figure 1-2As shown, according to some embodiments, a resistance detection device may include a resistance detector 200 and a plurality of resistance detection modules 300. For example, the resistance detection module 300 may be electrically connected to the resistance detector 200. The resistance detection device may include one resistance detection module 300 corresponding to each pair of components. The resistance detection module 300 may include a probe module and a plurality of wires 310. The probe module may include a probe holding plate 320, on which a plurality of probes are provided and configured to be capable of being positioned in at least a detection position and at least one non-detection position. The plurality of probes include at least a first probe 321 and a second probe 322. The probe module is configured such that when the probe holding plate 320 is in the detection position, the first probe 321 and the second probe 322 are connected to the first connection portion 140 and the second connection portion 150, respectively, and in the non-detection position, the first probe 321 and the second probe 322 are respectively away from the first connection portion 140 and the second connection portion 150. The plurality of wires 310 include at least a first wire and a second wire, which are configured to connect a first probe 321 and a second probe 322 to corresponding terminals of the resistance tester 200, respectively, to detect the first resistance between the first connection portion 140 and the second connection portion 150. More specifically, the electrical connection between the first component 110 and the second component 120 can be determined by determining whether the value of the first resistance falls within a given range. In one specific embodiment, the probe holding plate 320 of the plurality of resistance detection modules 300 is a single piece, thereby allowing the plurality of resistance detection modules 300 to always operate simultaneously to detect the electrical connection between a corresponding pair of components.

[0071] Therefore, the component connection and detection device 10 proposed in the present disclosure allows for at least semi-automatic detection of electrical connections between components, and in particular allows for detection of electrical connections of multiple connection parts or even multiple components through a single operation, thereby greatly improving detection efficiency, greatly reducing labor intensity, and effectively improving cost-effectiveness.

[0072] In some embodiments, as Figure 1-2 As shown, the probe holding plate 320 is configured to be pivotally connected to the component connection holding platform 100 so as to be able to pivot between a detection position and a non-detection position relative to the component connection holding platform 100. This allows for convenient operation of the resistance detection module 300 and thus improves detection efficiency. In one embodiment, as Figure 1As shown, the probe holding plate 320 is connected to the component connection holding platform 100 via a pivot shaft 330. For example, the pivot shaft 330 is provided at one side of the component connection holding platform 100. In a more specific embodiment, the probe holding plate 320 is provided with a stopper 340. The stopper 340 is used to define the limit non-detection position of the probe holding plate 320. In this limit non-detection position, the stopper 340 can abut against the side wall 190 at the side of the component connection holding platform 100 to prevent the probe holding plate 320 from further pivoting. In some embodiments, as Figure 1-2 As shown, the probe holding plate 320 is further provided with a handle 350 to allow the probe holding plate 320 to be pivoted relative to the component connection holding station 100 via the handle 350 .

[0073] In some embodiments, the component connection holding station 100 may include a plurality of holding portions 130, for example, 2-6 holding portions ( Figure 1-2 As described above, each holding portion 130 can hold a pair of components for connection. Accordingly, the resistance detection device includes a plurality of resistance detection modules 300, for example, 2-6 resistance detection modules ( Figure 1-2 3 are shown in FIG), each resistance detection module 300 is provided corresponding to a pair of components and is used to detect the electrical connection between the pair of components.

[0074] By way of example but not exclusive, the connection between the first component 110 and the second component 120 may be performed at the component connection holding station 100. In a specific embodiment, as Figure 1 As shown, each holding portion 130 of the component connection holding station 100 includes a first holding structure 131 and a second holding structure 132, wherein the first holding structure 131 is configured to hold the first component 110, and the second holding structure 132 is configured to hold the second component 120. For example, the first holding structure 131 and the second holding structure 132 can be configured to hold the first component 110 and / or the second component 120 in an at least partially form-fitting manner to allow stable holding of the first component 110 and / or the second component 120. Exemplarily but not exclusively, the first holding structure 131 can be a groove, and the second holding structure 132 can be a platform. In some embodiments, as Figure 1-2As shown, the plurality of connectors of the first component 110 of a pair of components for interconnection may further include a third connector 113, and the plurality of mating connectors of the second component 120 may further include a third mating connector 123. The third connector 113 is configured to connect with the third mating connector 113 to form a third connection portion 160. In this case, the plurality of probes of the probe module of each resistance detection module 300 may further include a third probe 323. When the probe holding plate 320 is in the detection position, the third probe 323 is connected to the third connection portion 160; when the probe holding plate 320 is in the non-detection position, the third probe 323 is away from the third connection portion 160. The plurality of wires of each resistance detection module 300 also includes a third wire for connecting the third probe 323 to a corresponding terminal of the resistance tester 200, thereby enabling detection of a third resistance between the third connection portion 160 and the first connection portion 150, and a second resistance between the third connection portion 160 and the second connection portion 150. Therefore, whether the electrical connection quality of the first connection part 140 , the second connection part 150 and the third connection part 160 meets the requirements can be determined by measuring whether the values ​​of the first resistor, the second resistor and the third resistor are within a given range.

[0075] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, when the first component 110 and the second component 120 connected to each other are located at the corresponding holding portion 130, the first connecting portion 140, the second connecting portion 150 and the third connecting portion 160 are arranged on a straight line. Figure 1 As shown, the first connecting portions 140, second connecting portions 150, and third connecting portions 160 between the first component 110 and the second component 120 connected to each other on all holding portions 130 of the component connection holding platform 10 are all arranged in a straight line. This simplifies the design and construction of the component connection holding platform 10, and therefore simplifies the design and construction of the resistance detection module 300, especially the probe module, and also facilitates more accurate setup and detection. It should be understood that in this case, all probes on the probe holding plate 320 of the probe module are also arranged in a straight line.

[0076] In some embodiments, the first component 110 and the second component 120 for connection to each other are connected to each other via welding. For example, the welding operation can be performed at the component connection holding station 10, more specifically, when the first component 110 and the second component 120 are held in place at the first holding structure 131 and the second holding structure 132, respectively. In some embodiments, as mentioned above and as Figure 1As shown, the second component 120 may be a circuit board assembly, and the plurality of mating connectors of the second component 120 are a plurality of solder pads provided on the circuit board assembly 120. The plurality of connectors of the first component 110 are connecting wires, such as Figure 1 In this case, the first connecting portion 140, the second connecting portion 150 and the third connecting portion 160 may be located on the same plane. For example, the first component 110 is a microphone component. In a specific embodiment, as Figure 1 As shown, the second holding structures 132 of all the holding portions 130 of the component connection holding station 10 are located on the same plane. This facilitates simplification of the structure of the component connection and detection device 10 and facilitates more accurate setting and detection.

[0077] In some embodiments, as Figure 2 As shown, the resistance detection device may further include an alarm module 400 corresponding to the corresponding resistance detection module 300. The alarm module 400 is configured to be controlled by the resistance detector 200 to issue an alarm when at least one of the first resistance, the second resistance, and the third resistance exceeds a given range. For example, when the resistance detector 200 determines that the value of at least one of the first resistance, the second resistance, and the third resistance is not within a given range, it outputs an alarm signal to the alarm module 400, thereby activating the alarm module 400 to issue an alarm.

[0078] In some embodiments, as Figure 2 As shown, each alarm module 400 may include three indicator light assemblies, and each indicator light assembly is configured to indicate the detection result of a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor. More specifically, each indicator light assembly may include a first indicator light 410 (e.g., a green indicator light) and a second indicator light 420 (e.g., a red indicator light), and is configured as follows: when a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor is within a given range, the corresponding first indicator light 410 is on; when a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor is not within a given range, the corresponding second indicator light 420 is on. This allows the detection results to be visually and intuitively shown, and helps to quickly identify problematic connections. In some embodiments, as Figure 2 As shown, the indicator light assembly is arranged on the probe holding plate 320, and the first indicator light 410 and the second indicator light 420 of each indicator light assembly are arranged corresponding to one of the probes 321, 322, 323. More specifically, all the probes 321, 322, 323 are arranged in a row, all the first indicator lights 410 are arranged in a row, and all the second indicator lights 420 are arranged in a row. This further facilitates rapid determination of test results.

[0079] The exemplary implementation of the component connection and detection device proposed in the present invention is described in detail above with reference to the preferred embodiments. However, it can be understood by those skilled in the art that, without departing from the concept of the present invention, various variations and modifications can be made to the above-mentioned specific embodiments, and various technical features and structures proposed in the present invention can be combined in various ways without exceeding the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0080] The scope of the present disclosure is not limited by the above-described embodiments but by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A component connection and detection device, characterized in that: The component connection and detection device comprises: A component connection holding station includes at least one holding portion, each of the holding portions being configured to hold a pair of components for connection, the pair of components including a first component and a second component. The first component includes a plurality of connecting members, and the plurality of connecting members include at least a first connecting member and a second connecting member; The second component includes a plurality of mating connectors, and the plurality of mating connectors include at least a first mating connector and a second mating connector; The first connecting member is used to connect with the first mating connecting member to form a first connecting portion; The second connecting member is used to connect with the second mating connecting member to form a second connecting portion; A resistance detection device includes a resistance detector and a plurality of resistance detection modules, each resistance detection module being provided corresponding to the pair of components and comprising: The probe module includes a probe holding plate, the probe holding plate is configured to be able to be in a detection position and a non-detection position, and a plurality of probes are arranged on the probe holding plate, the plurality of probes including at least a first probe and a second probe, wherein in the detection position, the first probe and the second probe are connected to the first connection part and the second connection part respectively; in the non-detection position, the first probe and the second probe are away from the first connection part and the second connection part respectively; A plurality of wires include at least a first wire and a second wire, wherein the first wire and the second wire are configured to connect the first probe and the second probe to corresponding terminals of the resistance tester, respectively, to allow detection of a first resistance between the first connection portion and the second connection portion.

2. The component connection and detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The probe holding plates of the plurality of resistance detection modules are an integral piece.

3. The component connection and detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plurality of connectors of the first component further includes a third connector; The plurality of mating connectors of the second component further includes a third mating connector; The third connecting member is used to connect with the third matching connecting member to form a third connecting portion; The plurality of probes further includes a third probe, wherein, in the detection position, the third probe is connected to the third connection portion; and in the non-detection position, the third probe is away from the third connection portion; The plurality of wires further includes a third wire for connecting the third probe to a corresponding terminal of the resistance tester to further allow detection of a third resistance between the third connection portion and the first connection portion and a second resistance between the third connection portion and the second connection portion.

4. The component connection and detection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The component connection holding platform includes 2-6 holding parts; The resistance detection device accordingly includes 2-6 resistance detection modules.

5. The component connection and detection device according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that: The resistance detection device further includes an alarm module corresponding to the corresponding resistance detection module, wherein the alarm module is configured to be controlled by the resistance detector to issue an alarm when at least one of the first resistance, the second resistance and the third resistance exceeds a given range.

6. The component connection and detection device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The alarm module includes three indicator light components, each of which is configured to indicate a detection result of a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor.

7. The component connection and detection device according to claim 6, characterized in that: Each indicator light assembly includes a first indicator light and a second indicator light, and is configured as follows: When a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor is within a given range, the corresponding first indicator light is on; When a corresponding one of the first resistor, the second resistor, and the third resistor is not within a given range, the corresponding second indicator light is on.

8. The component connection and detection device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The indicator light assembly is arranged on the probe holding plate, and the first indicator light and the second indicator light of each indicator light assembly are arranged corresponding to one of the probes.

9. The component connection and detection device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The probe holding plate is provided so as to be pivotally connected to the component connection holding stage so as to be pivotable relative to the component connection holding stage between the detection position and the non-detection position.

10. The component connection and detection device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The probe holding plate is further provided with a handle for pivoting the probe holding plate relative to the component connection holding table via the handle.

11. The component connection and detection device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: When the first component and the second component connected to each other are located at corresponding holding portions, the first connecting portion, the second connecting portion, and the third connecting portion are arranged on a straight line.

12. The component connection and detection device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The first member and the second member are connected to each other by welding.

13. The component connection and detection device according to claim 12, characterized in that: The second component is a circuit board assembly, and the plurality of mating connectors are solder pads disposed on the circuit board assembly.

14. The component connection and detection device according to claim 13, characterized in that: The plurality of connection portions of the first component are connection lines.

15. The component connection and detection device according to claim 14, characterized in that: The first connection portion, the second connection portion, and the third connection portion are located on the same plane.