Cabinet Plate Connector With Hidden 90° Interlocking Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for connecting cabinet plates are cumbersome, difficult to disassemble, and result in unsightly protrusions, making assembly and disassembly inconvenient and space-consuming.
Innovation Solution
A connector system comprising a subordinate and principal connector with specific geometric features, including cross-shaped and U-shaped elements, allows for easy assembly and disassembly without protrusions, using jammed protrusions and interlocking grooves for secure fixation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If screws are used to connect cabinet plates, then the connection is strong, but assembly and disassembly become difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is divided into separate male and female connector components that can be independently assembled and disassembled. The male connector inserts into the female connector, creating a strong bond while maintaining ease of assembly and disassembly through the modular design.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector acts as an intermediary component between cabinet plates, providing a strong connection through the male-female connector interface while enabling easy assembly and disassembly. The connector mediates the connection force while maintaining operational convenience.
2Strength
If glue is used to connect cabinet plates, then the connection is strong, but disassembly becomes impossible
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is segmented into removable male and female connector components, replacing the permanent glue bond. This allows the connection to maintain strength during use while enabling complete disassembly when needed, as the connectors can be separated without damaging the cabinet plates.
3Ease of operation
If insertion method is used to connect cabinet plates, then assembly is simple, but protrusions occur making the appearance ugly
Solution Approach 1:
The protruding connection elements are extracted and concealed within the connector housing. The male connector inserts into the female connector, and the connection components are designed to be hidden within the cabinet structure or behind panels, eliminating visible protrusions while maintaining simple assembly.
4Stability of the object's composition
If traditional connection methods are used, then plates are securely connected, but transportation space is increased due to inability to disassemble
Solution Approach 1:
The connector system is segmented into separable male and female components that can be easily disconnected. This allows cabinet plates to be securely connected during use for stability, but quickly disassembled for compact storage and efficient transportation, reducing the volume required for moving disassembled components.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention discloses a connector for connecting cabinet’s horizontal plates, comprising a subordinate connector and a principal connector, the subordinate connector including a fixing block, a first cross-shaped insertion column, a sub-U-shaped groove and a jamming groove, the principal connector including a principal U-shaped groove, a jammed protrusion, a connecting block and a second cross-shaped insertion column, the first cross-shaped insertion column being fixedly mounted close to both sides of a rear surface of the fixing block respectively, a sub-U-shaped groove being fixedly mounted on a front surface of the fixing block, and the jamming groove being disposed on a front surface and an inner side of the sub-U-shaped groove respectively. It is possible for the connector to avoid two plates at 90°from being frequently connected with each other, make assembling and disassembling convenient, without extra protrusion after assembly and with aesthetic; and save space during transportation.