Electrical Connector Shielding Plate for Stronger Plug-Receptacle Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical connectors lack efficient mechanical coupling between the plug and receptacle connectors, particularly due to the absence of a metallic shielding plate that is uniformly integrated with the holding members, leading to inadequate shielding and potential electrical interference.
Innovation Solution
The integration of a shielding plate with the holding members, allowing for a unified metallic shielding structure that is inserted into the receptacle connector's center island, enhancing mechanical coupling between the plug and receptacle connectors through simultaneous engagement at the side walls and center island.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If holding members have separate parts without integral coupling to shielding plate, then manufacturing is simpler, but mechanical coupling strength and shielding effectiveness deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the shielding plate and holding members into a unified structure where the holding members are formed as integral couplings connected to the shielding plate. This merging of previously separate components (holding members and shielding plate) creates stronger mechanical coupling while maintaining manufacturing feasibility through integrated formation processes.
2Reliability
If shielding plate is not integrated with holding members, then manufacturing process is simpler, but shielding effectiveness and mechanical stability worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The shielding plate and holding members are merged into a single integrated component structure. The holding members are formed as integral couplings that are directly connected to the shielding plate, ensuring reliable mechanical coupling and electrical shielding while being manufactured as a unified structure.
3Stability of the object's composition
If holding members are separate without integral coupling, then assembly is easier, but mechanical stability and alignment precision deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the holding members and shielding plate into an integrated structure where the holding members are formed as integral couplings. This merging ensures stable mechanical composition and precise alignment while the integrated design simplifies the overall assembly structure compared to separate components requiring complex fastening.
Data Source
AI summary
An electrical connector includes an insulative housing defining a receiving space, plural contacts secured to the insulative housing and exposed to the receiving space, a first and second holding members secured to two opposite ends of the insulative housing and exposed to the receiving space, and a shielding plate located between the first and second holding members, wherein at least one of the first and second holding members has an integral coupling parallel to the shielding plate.