Connecting Socket Cantilever Structures Current Dispersion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional connecting structures can experience reduced transmission efficiency and damage due to high temperatures when a large current flows through them, as the temperature at the terminal contact area increases, leading to potential connector damage.
Innovation Solution
A connecting socket design featuring a conductive member with a recess and an electronic member having cantilever structures with first and second contact points, where the cantilever structures are arranged in a specific inclined manner to disperse current and reduce temperature buildup, along with a positioning member made of low electrical conductivity material to maintain efficient energy transfer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If a large current flows through the connecting structure, then power transmission capability is improved, but temperature at the terminal contact area increases causing reduced transmission efficiency and potential connector damage
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting structure is divided into multiple contact points distributed across the cantilever structures, splitting the current path into multiple parallel pathways. This segmentation reduces the current density at any single contact point, thereby reducing localized temperature rise while maintaining overall high power transmission capability
Solution Approach 2:
The contact points are arranged in a three-dimensional configuration extending from the opening toward the bottom surface of the recess, rather than being confined to a single plane. This spatial distribution across multiple dimensions allows current to disperse through multiple pathways, reducing concentration at any single location and minimizing temperature buildup
2Power
If the connecting structure is designed to handle large currents, then power transmission is improved, but transmission efficiency decreases due to temperature rise
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple cantilever structures with distributed contact points create parallel current pathways, reducing resistive heating losses by distributing the current load. This maintains high power transmission while improving transmission efficiency through reduced I²R losses
Solution Approach 2:
The electrical conductivity parameter is optimized by selecting appropriate materials for the cantilever structures and contact points. By changing material parameters to achieve higher conductivity, the structure can transmit power efficiently with minimal energy loss even under high current conditions
3Power
If the connecting structure handles high current, then power capability is improved, but connector damage risk increases due to high temperature
Solution Approach 1:
The connection structure is segmented into multiple cantilever structures with distributed contact points, preventing localized overheating that could damage the connector. This segmentation allows high power capability while maintaining reliability by dispersing thermal load across multiple contact areas
Solution Approach 2:
The cantilever structures are designed with inherent flexibility and thermal management characteristics that preemptively protect against temperature-induced damage. The structure anticipates high current conditions and is pre-configured to dissipate heat effectively, preventing connector damage before it occurs
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 reduces temperature increases at the connecting socket, allowing for efficient power, signal, and data transmission while minimizing wear and extending the product's service life, maintaining efficient energy transfer even at high currents.
Implementation Method 1
The first contact point and the second contact point are disposed on opposite surfaces of the cantilever structure. When the connecting socket is connected to the connector, the first contact point contacts the connector, and the second contact point contacts the conductive member
Implementation Method 2
the electronic member has high elasticity
Data Source
AI summary
A connecting socket configured to connect a connector is provided. The connecting socket includes a conductive member, an opening, and an electronic member. The conductive member has a recess. The opening is formed on an end of the connecting socket and communicates with the recess. The electronic member is accommodated in the recess, and has a main body and a plurality of cantilever structures. Each of the cantilever structures includes a fixed end, a free end, a first contact point, and a second contact point. The fixed end is connected to the main body. The free end is disposed between the opening and the fixed end. The first contact point and the second contact point are disposed on opposite surfaces of the cantilever structure. When the connecting socket is connected to the connector, the first and second contact points respectively contact the connector and the conductive member.