Connector Socket With Shielding Casing For Interference Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional USB connector sockets experience poor engagement with plugs, leading to electromagnetic interference that compromises data transmission accuracy.
Innovation Solution
A connector socket design featuring an insulation body with terminals, a metal body with semi-sphere protrusions and a protection casing to block interference, along with a baffle and clamping mechanism for enhanced engagement and reduced electromagnetic influence.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If bents are extended into windows of connector plug for engagement, then engagement between connector socket and plug is created, but electromagnetic interference is generated affecting data transmission accuracy
Solution Approach 1:
A plastic casing is introduced as an intermediary component between the metal body and the external environment. This casing acts as a shield that blocks electromagnetic interference from reaching the terminals, while allowing the engagement function to proceed through dedicated engagement structures (protrusions and windows) that are integrated into the casing design.
Solution Approach 2:
The engagement structures (protrusions and windows) are localized to specific regions of the connector socket. The protrusions are positioned at predetermined locations on the metal body that correspond to windows in the connector plug, allowing engagement to occur at discrete points while the rest of the structure maintains electromagnetic shielding properties.
2Strength
If metal body structure is used for connector socket, then structural strength is provided, but electromagnetic signals are generated influencing data transmission
Solution Approach 1:
The plastic casing serves as a mediator that covers the metal body structure. While the metal body provides necessary structural strength and support for the terminals, the plastic casing overlay blocks electromagnetic signals from being generated or transmitted, thus eliminating the harmful effect while preserving the structural benefit.
Solution Approach 2:
The plastic casing functions as a protective shell that envelops the metal body and terminals. This shell configuration provides electromagnetic shielding similar to how flexible films block interference, creating a barrier between the conductive metal components and the external electromagnetic environment.
Data Source
AI summary
A connector socket has an insulation body having thereon multiple terminals, a metal body having a receiving hole defined to receive therein the insulation body, spring clips formed on side faces thereof and having protrusions formed on the spring clips for extension and accommodation in the windows of the connector plug so as to enhance engagement with the connector plug and a protection casing for receiving therein the metal body and the insulation body to block electromagnetic interference to/from the terminals.