Connector Cable Assembly With Pivot Arms
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional connector cables require multiple separate connectors for different types, leading to ease of loss and misplacement, and lack stability during engagement and disengagement.
Innovation Solution
A connector cable assembly featuring a base plug, adapter plugs, and pivot arms that allow for easy electrical engagement and disengagement, with flexible connections using pivot arms and a flexible neck made of thermoplastic elastomer plastics, enabling compatibility with various connectors like USB, Lightning, and RJ-45.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate connectors are used for different connector types, then compatibility with various devices is improved, but the risk of loss and misplacement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate connectors (USB connector, 30 pin connector, Lightning connector) into a single integrated connector cable assembly. This merging approach maintains compatibility with various devices while eliminating the need to manage multiple separate connectors, thereby reducing the risk of loss and misplacement.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector cable assembly is designed with multi-functionality to support multiple connector types simultaneously. The single assembly can connect to different devices using USB, 30 pin, or Lightning connectors, providing universal compatibility while consolidating what would otherwise require multiple separate connectors.
2Reliability
If a single connector cable assembly with multiple connectors is used, then the risk of loss is reduced, but the stability during engagement and disengagement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connector cable assembly is segmented into distinct connector components (USB connector, 30 pin connector, Lightning connector) that can be independently engaged and disengaged. Each connector maintains its own stable connection mechanism while being part of the integrated assembly, allowing stable engagement without compromising the overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector cable assembly incorporates dynamic engagement mechanisms that allow each connector to be independently connected or disconnected. This dynamic design enables stable connections during engagement while maintaining the flexibility to switch between different connector types as needed.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate adapters are required for different connectors, then device compatibility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple separate adapter functions into a single integrated connector cable assembly. Instead of requiring users to manage multiple separate adapters for USB, 30 pin, and Lightning connectors, the invention combines all these functions into one unified device, thereby reducing overall system complexity while maintaining full device compatibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector cable assembly achieves universality by incorporating multiple connector types within a single device. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for multiple separate adapters, providing comprehensive device compatibility while simplifying the overall system architecture.
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is a connector cable assembly for multiple connectors comprising a base plug, an adapter plug and first and second pivot arms, so that the base plug and the adapter plug are movable between electrically engaged and electrically disengaged positions. The base plug has a first end, a second end, and first and second opposing sides with a first connector disposed in the first end of the base plug. The adapter plug has a first end, a second end, and first and second opposing sides. A first reciprocal connector disposed in the first end of the adapter plug is configured to mate with the first connector. A second connector, different than the first connector, is electrically connected to the first reciprocal connector.