Connector CPA Receiving Space for Universal Compatibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connectors with CPA receiving spaces have limited compatibility with different constructions, leading to increased development and production costs due to specific designs for each connector, mating connector, and position securing member.
Innovation Solution
A connector design featuring a latch and a CPA receiving space adjacent to the latch, with open contact receiving spaces on the connector face, allowing for a position securing member to be inserted to secure the connector in a mating connector, while maintaining compatibility across various configurations by adjusting the position of the CPA receiving space and contact receiving spaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If connectors are designed with specific CPA receiving spaces and position securing members for each application, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity and production costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing the CPA receiving space and position securing member configuration to be compatible with multiple connector types and applications. The receiving space is positioned and dimensioned to accommodate standard position securing members across different connector constructions, allowing a single design to serve multiple functions and applications rather than requiring custom designs for each specific use case.
2Reliability
If connectors are designed with application-specific CPA receiving spaces, then position securing reliability is improved, but manufacturing costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The invention reduces manufacturing costs by creating a universal CPA receiving space design that can be used across multiple connector applications. This standardized approach allows manufacturers to produce connectors and position securing members using common tooling and processes, eliminating the need for expensive application-specific tooling and reducing per-unit production costs while maintaining position securing reliability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If connectors use standardized CPA receiving spaces, then compatibility across different constructions is improved, but connection reliability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by optimizing the specific dimensions, position, and geometric features of the CPA receiving space to ensure reliable engagement of the position securing member. While the overall concept is universal, the local characteristics of the receiving space are precisely engineered to maintain high connection reliability across different applications, with features such as recess depth, width, and positioning tailored to ensure proper engagement without requiring application-specific custom designs.
Data Source
AI summary
A connector comprises a connector face, a latch, and a CPA receiving space. A plurality of contact receiving spaces of the connector are open to the connector face. The latch engages a mating connector when the connector is inserted into the mating connector along an insertion direction. The CPA receiving space is disposed adjacent an inner side of the latch and receives a position securing member. At least one contact receiving space is disposed between the connector face and the CPA receiving space.