Electrical Connector Latch System for High-Speed Data Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mini SAS connectors face challenges in assembling and separating due to increased data transmission rates, leading to difficulties in maintaining electrical connections, which are not adequately addressed by existing technologies.
Innovation Solution
An electrical connector assembly with a latch system that includes an insulative housing, PCB modules, a platform with supporting sections, latches, and a driver, allowing for easy operation and high data transmission rates by facilitating the assembly and retention of complementary connectors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If multiple mating ports are configured to increase data transmission rate, then data transmission rate is improved, but device complexity increases and ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple mating ports (first and second mating ports) into a single connector housing, integrating multiple connection functions into one unified structure. This allows simultaneous connection of multiple complementary connectors while maintaining a compact form factor, resolving the contradiction between increased data transmission capability and operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector is designed with universal functionality by incorporating multiple mating ports that can simultaneously accommodate different types of complementary connectors (e.g., Mini SAS and SAS connectors). The common housing and integrated latch system provide multi-functional operation, enabling the single connector to handle multiple data transmission tasks simultaneously.
2Speed
If multiple mating ports are configured to increase data transmission rate, then data transmission rate is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple mating ports into a single integrated housing structure, reducing the number of separate components needed. The common housing, shared platform, and integrated latch system combine multiple connection functions into one unified structure, thereby reducing overall device complexity while maintaining multiple high-speed data transmission channels.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector achieves multi-functionality through a universal housing design that accommodates various complementary connector types. By making the housing and latch system adaptable to different connector configurations, the patent reduces the need for multiple specialized components, thereby simplifying the overall device structure while supporting high data transmission rates across multiple ports.
3Device complexity
If traditional connector design is used, then device complexity is low, but reliability of electrical connection deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The latch system is designed to automatically engage and lock complementary connectors in the mated position through preliminary action. When connectors are inserted, the latches automatically move to the locked position, ensuring reliable electrical connection before the user releases the driver. This preliminary locking action guarantees connection reliability without requiring complex manual adjustment or additional components.
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AI summary
An electrical connector assembly includes an insulative housing defining at least two mating cavities arranged side by side in a widthwise direction and extending in a front and rear direction; two PCB modules received in each mating cavity in a stacked manner; a platform fitly attached to a top surface of the insulative housing and includes a pair of supporting sections disposed at a front edge thereof and a pair of connecting portion at a rear edge thereof; a pair of latches associated to the top surface of the insulative housing and comprising a locking portion for retaining a complementary connector and a pressed portion extending rearwards and disposed above the supporting portion ; and a driver rotatably retained on the pair of connecting portions of the platform and comprising a pair of contacting portions pressing against the pressed portions of the latches to urge the pressing portion downwards movement.