Electrical Connector Assembly With Removable Heat Dissipation Module
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical connectors face challenges in ensuring stable assembly with heat dissipation modules and the ability to add or remove them as needed, while maintaining effective heat dissipation functionality.
Innovation Solution
An electrical connector design with additional terminals that connect to an additional-function module on a heat dissipation module, featuring a support face for assembly and a protrusion portion with bent contacting portions, along with a fixing member for secure attachment, and a cable unit for connecting the interface port to the additional-function module.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fixing structure is arranged between the heat dissipation module and the card edge connector, then assembly stability is improved, but assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the fixing structure with the card edge connector housing, integrating the fastening function into the existing structure. The fixing structure includes fixing protrusions formed directly on the housing, eliminating the need for separate fastening components and reducing assembly complexity while maintaining stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The card edge connector housing serves multiple functions: it provides structural support, electrical insulation, and incorporates fixing protrusions for securing the heat dissipation module. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed while ensuring reliable assembly.
2Adaptability or versatility
If additional terminals are added to the electrical connector, then functionality of additional-function modules is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The electrical connector is designed with additional terminals that can accommodate different additional-function modules (such as LED indicators or sensors). These terminals are integrated into the existing connector structure, allowing the same basic connector design to support multiple functions without requiring completely separate connector designs for each application.
Solution Approach 2:
The additional terminals are positioned in specific regions of the connector housing, separating the basic electrical connection functions from the additional-function module connections. This segmentation allows independent configuration of different terminal sets for different applications.
3Adaptability or versatility
If heat dissipation modules can be added or removed as needed, then adaptability is improved, but assembly stability may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing structure is designed to provide secure attachment when the heat dissipation module is installed, while allowing for easy removal when needed. The fixing protrusions engage with corresponding recesses on the heat dissipation module, creating a stable connection during operation but permitting straightforward installation and removal without special tools or complex procedures.
Data Source
AI summary
An electrical connector assembly includes an electrical connector and a heat dissipation module. The electrical connector includes an insulating housing and plural terminals fixed to the insulating housing. The insulating housing has a card slot. The terminals extend into the card slot. The electrical connector has a support face. One end of the heat dissipation module is arranged on the support face of the electrical connector. The electrical connector has an additional terminal exposed at the support face. The heat dissipation module comprises an additional-function module and an interface port connected to the additional-function module. One end of the heat dissipation module is disposed on the support face so that the interface port contacts the additional terminal and a working circuit of the additional-function module is connected, allowing the heat dissipation module to have additional functions and be easy to operate.