Vehicle Condenser Connector Noise Reduction Layout

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional engine condensers in vehicles are limited by restrictive layout options and inadequate noise reduction performance, particularly when used to mitigate vehicular noise.

Innovation Solution

A condenser connector design that positions a condenser near the noise source, featuring a housing with an insertion part, a terminal, and a holder, where the condenser is mounted to the holder and in contact with the terminal, enhancing noise reduction by placing the condenser at the nearest possible location to the noise source.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of manufacture

If a conventional engine condenser is used, then the layout is simple, but the noise reduction performance is insufficient and layout options are restricted

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelayout simplicityVSAvoidnoise reduction performance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the condenser with the connector housing into an integrated assembly. The condenser is mounted directly on the housing and positioned to be electrically connected to the terminal, eliminating the need for separate condenser installation and enabling optimal noise reduction at the noise source while maintaining layout simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The housing serves as an intermediary structure that simultaneously provides mechanical support for the connector and mounting for the condenser. This intermediary structure enables the condenser to be positioned optimally for noise reduction while maintaining the simplicity of the overall layout.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Ease of operation

If the condenser is positioned away from the noise source, then the layout is easier, but the noise elimination performance deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelayout easeVSAvoidnoise elimination performance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

By merging the condenser mounting function with the connector housing, the design enables the condenser to be positioned at the optimal location near the noise source without complicating the layout. The integrated structure makes the complex positioning simple to achieve.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The housing is designed to serve multiple functions: providing structural support for the connector, mounting the condenser, and positioning the condenser optimally for noise reduction. This multi-functionality achieves both easy layout and superior noise elimination.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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

This design effectively improves noise elimination/reduction performance by positioning the condenser optimally and ensures stable connection and sealing, addressing layout restrictions and enhancing noise reduction capabilities.

Implementation Method 1

an engine condenser has been used as the electric component of an engine of a vehicle to eliminate or reduce vehicular noise

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCapacitance: Capacitance

Data Source

PatentUS8066529B2Condenser connector for vehicle
Publication Date: 2011.11.29 HYUNDAI MOTOR CO LTD
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AI summary

Disclosed herein is a condenser connector for a vehicle, in which a condenser is installed at a position which is nearest or virtually nearest to a noise source, thus effectively eliminating or reducing noise. The condenser connector includes a housing having an insertion part. One end of a terminal is connected to a wire, and the other end thereof is fitted into and secured to one end of the insertion part. A holder is fitted into and secured to the other end of the insertion part. A condenser has a contact terminal which is in contact with the terminal, and is mounted to the holder.