Motor Vehicle Door Lock Strip Conductor Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing motor vehicle component supports with strip conductor structures face challenges in producing complex designs and varying configurations efficiently, as previous methods are costly and limited in flexibility.
Innovation Solution
The motor vehicle component support features a strip conductor structure divided into at least two sub-structures, which are electrically interconnected using connecting elements applied later, allowing for simplified production and adaptation to different geometries and functionalities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a complex strip conductor structure is produced as a single integrated component, then the electrical connectivity and structural integrity are improved, but the manufacturing cost and complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The strip conductor structure is divided into multiple separate sub-structures (first strip conductor sub-structure, second strip conductor sub-structure) that are produced independently and then assembled together using connecting elements. This segmentation reduces the complexity of individual components while maintaining the overall electrical connectivity through standardized connection interfaces.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a single integrated strip conductor structure is used, then the structural integrity is maintained, but the adaptability to different configurations and geometries is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The strip conductor structure is divided into multiple separate sub-structures that can be independently designed and configured. This allows each sub-structure to be optimized for specific geometric requirements while maintaining overall structural integrity through standardized connecting elements that ensure reliable electrical and mechanical connections.
Solution Approach 2:
The connecting elements serve multiple functions: they provide electrical connectivity between sub-structures, mechanical stabilization, and geometric adaptation. This universal connecting mechanism allows the same basic sub-structures to be assembled into different configurations and geometries without redesigning the entire strip conductor system.
3Manufacturing precision
If complex strip conductor structures are produced using traditional methods, then the design requirements are met, but the production cost and time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The strip conductor structure is divided into multiple separate sub-structures that can be produced using simple, cost-effective stamping processes. This segmentation allows for parallel production of multiple sub-structures, significantly improving manufacturing efficiency and reducing costs compared to producing a single complex integrated structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The connecting elements are designed and positioned in advance during the assembly process, allowing for pre-planned electrical connections and geometric configurations. This preliminary arrangement of connection points enables efficient assembly of the complete strip conductor structure from standardized sub-structures.
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a motor vehicle component support, in particular a motor vehicle door lock (1), and to a method for the production thereof. Said motor vehicle component support is equipped with a strip conductor structure (3) composed of several strip conductors (7). According to the invention, the strip conductor structure (3) comprises at least two conductor strip sub-structures (3a, 3b) which are electrically interconnected by means of at least one connecting element (8) which is applied later.