Connection Cable Locking Mechanism for Stable Hook Engagement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connection cable systems lack a mechanism to prevent the arbitrary operation of elastic hooks, leading to unintended separation of optical heads from optical ports, which can disrupt signal transmission.
Innovation Solution
A connection cable locking device comprising a device body with holding and locking operation spaces, a holding member with pivotable rods, and a locking member that slides to press the pivot rods, ensuring the elastic hook is securely held and preventing separation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the elastic hook is made pivotable for easy coupling, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability deteriorates due to arbitrary operation
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling mechanism is divided into two independent parts: the elastic hook for easy engagement and the locking member for secure fixation. The locking member includes a locking protrusion that engages with a locking groove on the pivot rod, separating the coupling function from the securing function. This allows the elastic hook to remain pivotable for ease of operation while the locking member prevents arbitrary operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking member is designed to automatically engage with the pivot rod immediately after the elastic hook is coupled to the connection port. The locking protrusion on the locking member automatically engages with the locking groove on the pivot rod, performing the securing action before any arbitrary operation can occur. This preliminary locking action ensures reliability while maintaining ease of initial coupling.
2Reliability
If a locking mechanism is added to prevent arbitrary operation, then the reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking member is integrated with the connection head as a single unified component. The locking protrusion on the locking member works in conjunction with the locking groove on the pivot rod to create a simple interlocking mechanism. This merging of the locking function into the existing structure prevents arbitrary operation while avoiding the need for separate complex locking systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking mechanism operates automatically through the natural movement of components during coupling. When the elastic hook is inserted and the connection head is assembled, the locking protrusion automatically engages with the locking groove on the pivot rod without requiring additional actuators, motors, or complex control systems. This self-locking feature improves reliability while keeping the device complexity low.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device stabilizes the engagement between the elastic hook and the connection port, preventing arbitrary operation and separation, thereby maintaining signal transmission integrity.
Implementation Method 1
a holding member (40) having elasticity and pivotably coupled to the holding operation space (21) so as to hold an elastic hook (E)
Implementation Method 2
a locking member (50) slidably coupled to the locking operation space (22) so as to press the holding member (40)
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AI summary
A connection cable locking device is configured to selectively hold an elastic hook provided on a connection head of a connection cable, thereby preventing an arbitrary operation of the elastic hook and also preventing the connection head coupled to the connection port from being separated. The connection cable locking device includes a device body provided with a holding operation space and a locking operation space in communication with the holding operation space, a holding member having elasticity and pivotably coupled to the holding operation space so as to hold the elastic hook provided on the connection head of the connection cable, and a locking member slidably coupled to the locking operation space so as to press the holding member.