Elastomeric Signal Transmission Device With Integrated Locking Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Portable electronic devices require additional signal transmission lines for data transfer and battery recharge, which is inconvenient and may lead to issues if the line is not available.
Innovation Solution
An elastically extendable signal transmission device with a data connector that can be extended and retracted via pressing, utilizing a linked unit, sliding block, link, and lock block mechanism, eliminating the need for a separate switch structure and allowing direct connection to other electronic systems without external lines.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a separate switch structure is added to control the data connector, then the connector can be extended and retracted, but the device complexity increases and additional space is required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the switch structure with the data connector itself, making the connector body perform the switching function. When the connector is pulled out, it automatically opens the electrical connection; when pushed in, it closes the connection. This integration eliminates the need for a separate switch component while maintaining full control functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The data connector is designed to serve multiple functions: it acts as both the electrical connection component and the control switch. The same physical component that establishes electrical contact also controls the opening and closing of the circuit through its movement, thereby reducing the overall number of components needed in the system.
2Ease of operation
If a separate switch structure is added to control the data connector, then the connector can be extended and retracted, but the device occupies more space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the switch structure with the data connector itself, making the connector body perform the switching function. When the connector is pulled out, it automatically opens the electrical connection; when pushed in, it closes the connection. This integration eliminates the need for a separate switch component while maintaining full control functionality.
3Adaptability or versatility
If additional signal transmission line is carried separately, then data transfer and battery recharge can be performed, but user convenience decreases due to carrying burden
Solution Approach 1:
The signal transmission line is nested within the portable electronic product itself, forming a built-in extendable connector. The connector can be extended from the device body when needed and retracted when not in use. This allows the device to carry its own transmission line internally, eliminating the need for users to carry separate cables while maintaining full data transfer and charging capabilities.
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
Enables convenient data transfer and battery recharge without additional lines, improving usability and reducing the need for extra space for switch structures, making portable devices more concise and user-friendly.
Implementation Method 1
The linked unit has a first shaft, a second shaft, a third shaft, a first elastomer and a second elastomer. The data connector rotates and expands according to the first shaft and the first elastomer.
Implementation Method 2
The link includes a first end pivoting on the third shaft and a second end with a cam. The sliding block has a track, the track has at least one incline plane and a secure location.
Data Source
AI summary
A signal transmission device is provided. The signal transmission device comprises a linked unit, a data connector, a sliding block, a link and a lock block. The linked unit includes a first shaft, a second shaft, a third shaft, a first elastomer and a second elastomer. The data connector rotates and expands according to the first shaft and the first elastomer. During the retraction of the data connector, the data connector pushes the sliding block. Then the sliding block moves against the lock block so that the lock block rotates according to the second shaft. The lock block rotates to lock and secure the data connector by the lock piece, while a cam of the link moves to a secure location along an incline plane of a track of the sliding block.