Connector Pull Tap Mechanism for Compact Disassembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
In miniaturized electronic products, the compact arrangement of connectors and other components makes it difficult to disassemble connectors efficiently, leading to increased installation times and potential damage to other components, while design modifications to accommodate disassembly space hinder product miniaturization and increase costs.
Innovation Solution
A connector structure with a pull tap mechanism, featuring a plug, latch, and pull tap assembly that includes a fixed arm, elastic arm, and guiding structure, which strengthens the latch and guides the pull tap's movement to prevent shaking or bending, and reduces abrasion on the connector body.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the connector is designed with a traditional latch structure requiring finger pressing space, then the connector can be disassembled, but the circuit board size increases and miniaturization is hindered
Solution Approach 1:
The pull tap extends outward from the connector body in a direction perpendicular to the latch pressing direction, utilizing vertical space rather than horizontal space on the circuit board. This dimensional change allows the disassembly operation to occur in three-dimensional space without increasing the two-dimensional footprint on the circuit board.
Solution Approach 2:
The pull tap serves as an intermediary element that transmits pulling force to the latch through the elastic arm. Instead of directly pressing the latch with fingers, the user pulls the tap, which then actuates the latch mechanism through the elastic arm, enabling indirect operation that saves space.
2Volume of moving object
If the connector components are arranged compactly for miniaturization, then product size decreases, but the latch becomes difficult to press and installation efficiency reduces
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic arm provides dynamic flexibility to the latch mechanism, allowing it to adapt to compact arrangements. The elastic arm can deform to provide the necessary movement range for latch engagement and disengagement even when space is constrained, maintaining installation efficiency despite reduced connector volume.
Solution Approach 2:
By extending the pull tap outward in a vertical dimension, the invention creates operational leverage without increasing the horizontal footprint. This allows efficient manual operation of the latch in compact configurations where traditional horizontal pressing space is unavailable.
3Reliability
If the latch structure is made more robust to prevent shaking, then durability improves, but the connector structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The latch is segmented into distinct functional components: the fixed arm provides structural stability, the elastic arm provides flexible connection and movement, and the pull tap provides operational interface. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function, achieving reliability without overall structural complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges multiple functions into integrated components. The elastic arm simultaneously serves as a connection element, a spring mechanism for maintaining contact force, and a transmission element for force transfer. The pull tap combines the handle for user operation with the force transmission function, reducing the need for separate components.
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
This design enhances the efficiency and durability of connector disassembly by stabilizing the latch and guiding the pull tap's movement, reducing the risk of damage and costs associated with connector wear.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic arm (122). The elastic arm (122) is extended from the fixed arm (121) and located above the fixed arm (121)
Data Source
AI summary
A connector structure with pull tap includes a plug, a latch and a pull tap. The plug includes a main body and a protruding structure. The protruding structure is extended outward from the main body and includes a groove. The latch includes a fixed arm and an elastic arm. The fixed arm has an installing structure and an opening, and the installing structure is connected to the groove of the protruding structure. The elastic arm is extended from the fixed arm and hangs above the fixed arm. The pull tap includes a tap body and a first end located at one end of the tap body. The pull tap passes through the opening of the fixed arm and the elastic arm is arranged on the first end to fix the first end on the elastic arm.