Diagonal Terminal Connector Layout for Compact Panel Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical connection devices are bulky due to the arrangement of terminals and mating connectors, making them unsuitable for miniaturized applications and unable to adapt to various application-specific needs.
Innovation Solution
The design includes a first and second connector with asymmetric shapes and diagonal terminal arrangements, featuring a locking structure and fastening assemblies, allowing for secure engagement and miniaturization, enabling the connectors to mate with each other and accommodate different application requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If two terminals and two mating terminals are arranged and spaced apart from each other along a transverse direction, then electrical connection is achieved, but the length dimension along the transverse direction increases making the connector bulky
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs asymmetric arrangement of terminals within the connector housing, where terminals are positioned at different orientations and locations rather than symmetrically. This asymmetric layout allows multiple terminals to be packed more efficiently in three-dimensional space, reducing the overall transverse length dimension while maintaining proper electrical connection geometry and reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a traditional transverse linear arrangement of terminals to a three-dimensional spatial distribution. Terminals are arranged in different layers and orientations within the connector body, utilizing vertical and diagonal dimensions rather than solely transverse spacing. This dimensional reconfiguration reduces the transverse length while preserving electrical connection functionality.
2Reliability
If terminals are arranged to ensure reliable electrical connection, then connection reliability is improved, but the connector volume increases making it unsuitable for miniaturized products
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a nested arrangement where terminals are positioned within the housing structure in a compact, space-efficient manner. Terminals are embedded within recesses and channels of the housing, with cable exits routed through integrated pathways. This nesting approach ensures reliable terminal-to-terminal contact while minimizing the overall connector volume for miniaturized applications.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes three-dimensional terminal positioning within the housing, arranging terminals at different depths, angles, and spatial locations rather than simple linear transverse spacing. This spatial distribution maintains electrical connection reliability while significantly reducing the connector's external dimensions for miniaturized product integration.
3Volume of moving object
If the connector structure is simplified for miniaturization, then volume is reduced, but adaptability to various application circumstances is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs a universal connector structure with a standardized housing and terminal arrangement that can accommodate different terminal configurations and cable types. The housing includes multiple mounting positions and adaptable cable exit orientations, allowing the same basic connector design to serve various application circumstances while maintaining miniaturized dimensions.
Solution Approach 2:
The asymmetric terminal layout and cable exit arrangements provide inherent adaptability to different application scenarios. The non-symmetric design allows flexible orientation and integration with various panel configurations and mating connectors, enhancing versatility without requiring increased connector volume.
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AI summary
An electrical connection device includes a first panel and a first connector. The first panel includes a first panel foolproof portion. The first connector includes a first insulative outer housing, two first terminals and two first cables. The first insulative outer housing is provided to the first panel and has a first housing foolproof portion which cooperates with the first panel foolproof portion, the two first terminals are diagonally provided to the first insulative outer housing, the two first cables are electrically connected with the two first terminals, respectively. By that, the two first terminals are diagonally provided to the first insulative outer housing, a volume of the first connector. By that the first housing foolproof portion cooperates with the first panel foolproof portion, it can prevent the first insulative outer housing from being wrongly reversely assembled to the first panel.