Connector Release Tab Mechanism for Miniaturized Latching
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing latching components of connector heads require manual pressing and necessitate space above the connector head for finger operation, restricting miniaturization and thinning of products due to the need for finger access.
Innovation Solution
A release mechanism with a tab assembly comprising an elastic clip and a tab assembly on the connector head, allowing the tab to be pulled to compress the elastic part and facilitate easy release by moving the chuck parts, enabling secure locking and unlocking without manual finger pressing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a latching component is configured on the side of the connector head for manual pressing, then the connector can be latched or released by hand, but sufficient space must be left above the connector head for finger operation, which restricts component configuration and is not conducive to miniaturization and thinning of products
Solution Approach 1:
The tab assembly is repositioned from a vertical configuration requiring downward finger pressure to a horizontal configuration where the tab extends laterally from the connector head. This dimensional change allows operation in the horizontal plane rather than requiring vertical space, enabling miniaturization while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of pressing a component downward to engage or disengage the latch, the invention inverts the operation by having the tab pull laterally to disengage the latch. The elastic clip automatically pushes the chuck parts apart when the tab is pulled, reversing the traditional press-to-engage mechanism and eliminating the need for vertical finger space.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the tab assembly is pulled away from the connector head, then the elastic part is compressed and the chuck parts move apart to release the connector head, but the structural configuration must allow this movement
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic clip integrates multiple functions into a single component: it connects the first and second chuck parts, provides the elastic restoring force, and transmits the tab pulling motion to separate the chuck parts. This merging reduces overall device complexity while achieving the desired release flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic clip introduces dynamic behavior to the latching mechanism, allowing the chuck parts to move apart when the tab is pulled and automatically return to the locked position when the tab is released. This dynamic capability provides release flexibility without requiring complex mechanical linkages.
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 solution enhances flexibility and ease of use by allowing the connector head to be released by pulling the tab, reducing operational difficulties and enabling more compact designs without compromising locking security.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic part disposed between the first chuck part and the second chuck part... the tab assembly moves in a direction away from the elastic clip to compress the elastic part
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure disclosed a release with tab and a connector. The release with tab is disposed on a connector head. The release with tab comprises an elastic clip and a tab assembly. The elastic clip comprises a first chuck part, a second chuck part and an elastic part disposed on the connector head. The first chuck part is pivotally connected to the second chuck part. The elastic part is disposed between the first chuck part and the second chuck part. One end of the tab assembly is disposed on the elastic clip. The tab assembly moves in a direction away from the elastic clip to compress the elastic part and the tab assembly drives one end of the first chuck part to approach one end of the second chuck part. When the tab assembly is no longer subjected to external force, the tab assembly restores to the initial position.