Adjustable Power Supply Module Output Structure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional power supply modules face challenges in adjusting the height of their output structures to match varying external devices due to limited interior space, which restricts the accommodation of electronic components and affects adaptability.
Innovation Solution
A power supply module with a detachable and adjustable output structure that forms a concave combination with the peripheral device, allowing for flexible positioning and increased usable space within the casing, utilizing a movable output structure composed of stacked conductive parts and circuit boards to accommodate different heights.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the circuit board height is adjusted to match external devices with varying connecting portion heights, then the adaptability to external devices is improved, but the usable space for electronic components within the casing is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The output structure is divided into multiple detachable segments (first output structure, second output structure, third output structure) that can be selectively assembled. This segmentation allows the height of the output structure to be adjusted by combining different segments, enabling adaptation to external devices with varying connecting portion heights while maintaining sufficient usable space within the casing for electronic components.
Solution Approach 2:
The output structure is designed to be dynamically adjustable through detachable assembly. The first, second, and third output structures can be selectively assembled in different configurations to achieve varying heights. This dynamic adjustability allows the power supply module to adapt to different external device heights without being constrained by a fixed circuit board height, thus preserving usable space within the casing.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the goldfinger structure height is made adjustable to suit external devices, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases due to limited interior space
Solution Approach 1:
The goldfinger structure is segmented into multiple detachable output structures (first, second, and third output structures) with different heights. Each segment contains the necessary goldfinger contacts and can be selectively assembled to achieve the required total height. This segmentation provides adjustability while keeping each individual segment relatively simple in design, avoiding excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The detachable output structures serve multiple functions: they provide electrical connection (goldfinger contacts), structural support, and height adjustment capability. By designing each output structure segment to perform multiple functions, the overall system achieves adaptability without proportionally increasing complexity, as the same structural elements serve multiple purposes.
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AI summary
A power supply module adapted to supply power to a peripheral device includes a power supply and an output-structure detachably assembled to the power supply and electrically connected between the power supply and the peripheral device. The height of the output-structure relatively to the bottom portion of the power supply is adjustable and the power supply, output-structure and the peripheral device together form a concave combination-structure. As a result, by using a separated output-structure in the invention, the power supply is able to maneuverably adjust the interconnection position of the peripheral device and the power supply through the second circuit board. Meanwhile, the power supply has a larger usable space therein.