Connecting Device for Assemblies Using Positive-Locking Engagement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connecting devices for assemblies are not easy to use and require complex arrangements to create detachable connections.
Innovation Solution
A connecting device with a locking module and a coupling part connected via a connecting element that engages in a positive-locking and/or force-locking manner, allowing for easy attachment and detachment between assemblies.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a locking module is permanently attached to a vehicle to create detachable connections with assemblies, then the connection reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases due to the need for separate coupling parts and connecting elements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the locking module, coupling part, and connecting element into an integrated assembly where the coupling part is permanently attached to the vehicle and the locking module connects through a simplified interface. This merging reduces the number of separate components while maintaining reliable detachable connections between the vehicle and various assemblies like electronic devices.
2Strength
If a complex arrangement is used to create detachable connections between assemblies, then the connection strength is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to difficult attachment and detachment processes
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting device is segmented into distinct functional components: a coupling part permanently attached to the vehicle, a locking module for detachable connections, and a connecting element with engagement sections. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining simple overall operation through standardized interfaces and straightforward engagement/d disengagement mechanisms.
3Ease of operation
If a simple connecting device is used for easy attachment, then the ease of operation is improved, but the connection reliability may deteriorate due to insufficient locking mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting element incorporates self-locking engagement sections that automatically secure the locking module to the coupling part when brought together. The positive-locking and force-locking mechanisms engage automatically without requiring additional fastening steps, providing both ease of operation and reliable connection through the self-service nature of the engagement process.
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 device provides a simple, robust, and reliable connection that can be easily detached and reattached, suitable for securing electronic devices to vehicles like bicycles.
Implementation Method 1
The connecting element has at least one engagement section configured to engage the coupling part with the locking module in a positive-locking and/or force-locking manner
Data Source
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AI summary
A connecting device (1) for detachably connecting two assemblies (5, 6) comprises a locking module (2), which is assigned to a first of the assemblies (5, 6) and can be detachably connected to a second of the assemblies (5, 6) in order to establish a connection between the assemblies (5, 6). A coupling part (3) can be connected to the first of the assemblies (5, 6). A connecting element (4) has at least one engagement portion (400, 401), which is designed to interlockingly and/or frictionally cooperate with the locking module (2) and/or the coupling part (3) in an engagement direction (E) perpendicular to the attachment direction (A) in order to connect the coupling part (3) to the locking module (2).