Coaxial Cable Connector With Curable Adhesive
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional coaxial cable connector assemblies require significant force and cumbersome tools for installation, making it difficult for technicians to couple coaxial cables effectively.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a curable adhesive within the connector assembly that is activated by electromagnetic energy, such as ultraviolet light, allowing for secure coupling without deformation of components, and optionally using a removable outer jacket to expose the adhesive to ambient light for curing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional deformation-based coupling methods are used, then the coaxial cable can be coupled to the connector assembly, but significant force and cumbersome tools are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the conventional mechanical deformation-based coupling system with a chemical bonding system using curable adhesive. The adhesive is applied to the cable components and cured through electromagnetic energy (UV light or ambient light), eliminating the need for high-force mechanical deformation and cumbersome crimping tools.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the bonding mechanism from mechanical (deformation-based) to chemical (adhesive-based). This parameter change allows the cable to be coupled to the connector assembly through chemical bonding rather than mechanical force, significantly reducing the installation force required.
2Ease of operation
If conventional deformation-based coupling methods are used, then the coaxial cable can be coupled to the connector assembly, but the installation process becomes complex and difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex mechanical deformation and crimping operations with a simpler chemical bonding process. The adhesive application and curing process is more straightforward than conventional mechanical coupling, reducing installation complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The curable adhesive acts as an intermediary substance that simplifies the coupling process. Instead of directly deforming metal components, the adhesive mediates the bonding between cable components and connector assembly, making the installation process easier and less complex.
3Reliability
If curable adhesive is used with electromagnetic energy exposure, then the adhesive cures to bond components, but the adhesive must be protected from premature curing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts or removes the outer jacket from the coaxial cable to expose the adhesive to electromagnetic energy for curing. This selective exposure ensures the adhesive cures only at the intended location and time, preventing premature curing while maintaining reliable bonding.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies local quality by exposing only specific areas to electromagnetic energy. The outer jacket removal creates a localized exposure zone where curing occurs only where needed, preventing premature curing in other areas while ensuring reliable bonding at the coupling interface.
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
Simplifies the installation process by allowing the coaxial cable to be securely coupled to the connector assembly with reduced force requirements, enabling easier alignment and adjustment before adhesion, thus enhancing installation efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
an adhesive that is structurally configured to cure upon application of ultraviolet electromagnetic energy
Data Source
AI summary
A method for coupling a coaxial cable to a coaxial cable connector assembly includes inserting a coaxial cable into a cable channel of a rear body of a coaxial cable connector assembly, where the coaxial cable connector assembly includes an adhesive reservoir positioned at least partially within the cable channel of the rear body, the adhesive reservoir comprising an adhesive and an adhesive reservoir seal material that at least partially encapsulates the adhesive, inserting at least a portion of the coaxial cable into the adhesive reservoir, and exposing the adhesive to electromagnetic energy thereby curing the adhesive, by at least one of directing electromagnetic energy from an energy source on the adhesive, and removing an outer jacket from an outer wall of the rear body.