Connector Fixture With Self-Aligning Clamp for Camera Inspection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manual positioning of connectors for accurate alignment with observation windows is challenging due to the small size of connectors, leading to reduced detection efficiency and quality.
Innovation Solution
A connector fixture with a rotating shaft, transmission component, and clamping jaws that can automatically clamp and rotate the connector to align the observation window with a camera, utilizing inclined planes and an elastic element for precise movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If manual positioning is used to align the connector observation window with the camera, then the alignment accuracy can be achieved, but the detection efficiency is reduced due to multiple adjustment attempts
Solution Approach 1:
The connector fixture enables the connector to automatically position itself through self-alignment mechanisms. The observation window of the connector naturally aligns with the camera without requiring manual intervention, achieving both high alignment accuracy and improved detection efficiency through automated self-positioning
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical positioning system with an automated fixture system that uses mechanical guides and alignment features to automatically position the connector. This substitution eliminates the need for repeated manual adjustments while maintaining precise alignment
2Ease of operation
If manual positioning is used for the connector, then flexibility in placement is maintained, but the placement precision deteriorates due to difficulty in controlling the small connector
Solution Approach 1:
The connector automatically positions itself using built-in alignment features that guide the observation window into the correct position relative to the camera. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for manual positioning while achieving high placement precision
Solution Approach 2:
The connector fixture acts as an intermediary between the connector and the camera, providing mechanical guides and alignment features that ensure precise positioning. The fixture mediates the positioning process, translating the small connector's placement into accurate alignment with the camera
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 connector fixture enables automatic and accurate alignment of the connector's observation window with the camera, significantly improving detection efficiency and quality by reducing manual adjustment errors.
Implementation Method 1
A first inclined plane is formed on the clamping jaws and a second inclined plane is formed on the grooves. The second inclined plate is mated with the first inclined plane to convert an axial movement of the transmission component into a radial movement of the clamping jaws
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AI summary
A connector fixture includes a fixed seat, a rotating shaft passing through and rotatably installed on the fixed seat, an installation block fixed to the rotating shaft and having radial sliding slots, clamping jaws slidably installed in the radial sliding slots, a transmission component sleeved on and movable with respect to the rotating shaft, and a driving member sleeved on and driving the transmission component. The transmission component has an installation hole with grooves. An end of the rotating shaft is inserted into the installation hole and the clamping jaws are in the grooves. A first inclined plane is formed on the clamping jaws and a second inclined plane is formed on the grooves. The second inclined plate is mated with the first inclined plane to convert an axial movement of the transmission component into a radial movement of the clamping jaws to clamp a connector with the clamping jaws.