Bridging Piece Shielding Structure for Circuit Board

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional shielding technologies for OLED displays are inadequate in providing precise shielding, failing to meet the stringent requirements for both shielding and cooling of circuit boards.

Innovation Solution

A bridging piece comprising a connector and an insulative insert, where the connector has conductive areas and is made of conductive rubber with particles, and the insulative insert is designed to fit onto the connector, providing enhanced electrical contact and structural support, integrated with a shielding cover to form a shielding structure for the circuit board.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Object-affected harmful factors

If a conventional metal cover is added to achieve shielding, then shielding effect is improved, but manufacturing precision and structural integrity deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveshielding effectVSAvoidstructural integrity
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The bridging piece is divided into two distinct parts: a connector portion for electrical connection and an insulative insert portion for structural support. This segmentation allows each part to optimize its specific function - the connector provides precise electrical contact while the insulative insert maintains structural integrity and positioning accuracy, resolving the contradiction between shielding effectiveness and manufacturing precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The bridging piece combines conductive materials (for electrical connection) with insulative materials (for structural support) into a single integrated component. This composite structure enables simultaneous achievement of electrical connectivity for shielding and mechanical stability for manufacturing precision, eliminating the need for separate metal covers that compromise structural integrity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Object-affected harmful factors

If shielding cover is added to circuit board, then shielding effect is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveshielding effectVSAvoidstructural complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The bridging piece merges multiple functions into a single component: electrical connection, structural support, insulation, and positioning. By combining the connector and insulative insert into one integrated piece that is inserted into a single hole, the design eliminates the need for separate shielding covers and multiple fastening elements, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining effective shielding.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Object-affected harmful factors

If conventional shielding technology is used, then shielding is achieved, but cooling effectiveness deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveshielding effectVSAvoidheat dissipation
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSTemperature

Solution Approach 1:

The insulative insert is positioned specifically at the second surface of the connector to provide localized insulation and structural support. This localized approach allows heat to be managed effectively - the connector provides electrical connection and heat conduction paths, while the insulative insert provides targeted thermal isolation where needed, enabling both shielding and effective cooling without the thermal blockage caused by conventional metal covers.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The solution achieves improved shielding and stability for the circuit board by ensuring precise electrical contact and structural integrity, enhancing the shielding effect and heat dissipation, thereby meeting the increased demands of advanced electronic devices.

Implementation Method 1

a conductive area electrically connecting the first surface with the second surface

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectrical conduction: Conduction (electrical)

Implementation Method 2

the insulative insert being on the second surface of the connector

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectrical insulation: Dielectric

Data Source

PatentUS10490953B2Bridging piece, shielding structure and display device
Publication Date: 2019.11.26 BOE TECHNOLOGY GROUP CO LTD
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AI summary

The embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a bridging piece, a shielding cover and a display device. The bridging piece includes a connector and an insulative insert. The connector includes a first surface and a second surface which are opposite to each other. A conductive area is configured to electrically connect the first surface with the second surface, and the insulative insert is on the second surface of the connector.