Electrical Connector Layout for Non-Directional Docking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical connectors require specific directional assembly, leading to potential damage if incorrectly assembled and limiting circuit design flexibility.
Innovation Solution
An electrical connector design with non-directional docking capabilities, featuring elastic piece portions and connecting portions on conductive terminals, allowing flexible assembly without a specific direction, and a base with isolation portions and ring terminals for secure connection without alignment constraints.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a connector assembly with specific assembly direction is used, then the connector structure is simple, but the connector may be damaged if incorrectly assembled and the circuit layout design is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies asymmetry by designing the conductive terminals with different polarity markings (positive and negative signs) and different spatial arrangements of contact portions. The first conductor has a first contact portion, the second conductor has a second contact portion positioned at a different location, and the third conductor has a third contact portion. This asymmetric arrangement allows the connector to be recognized and assembled in any direction while maintaining proper electrical connections, eliminating the need for strict directional alignment.
2Ease of operation
If a connector with non-directional docking is designed, then the circuit layout design flexibility is improved and assembly errors are prevented, but the connector structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the connector into multiple independent conductive terminals (first, second, and third conductors), each with its own fixing portion and contact portion. This segmentation allows each terminal to be independently positioned and connected, enabling flexible spatial arrangement that supports non-directional assembly while maintaining structural organization and manageability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector design achieves universality by creating a multi-functional structure where the same connector can be assembled in multiple directions (0 degrees, 90 degrees, 180 degrees, or 270 degrees) and still function correctly. The conductive terminals are designed with fixing portions that can be fixed to the lower insulating shell in various orientations, and the contact portions are positioned to ensure proper electrical connection regardless of assembly direction.
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 foolproof assembly and cost-effective manufacturing while providing flexibility in circuit layout design, ensuring durability and electrical performance.
Implementation Method 1
The first-polarity conductive terminal is provided with a first elastic piece portion and a first connecting portion. The first elastic piece portion is correspondingly arranged with a socket of the upper insulating shell. The second-polarity conductive terminal is provided with a second elastic piece portion and a second connecting portion. The second elastic piece portion is correspondingly arranged with a socket of the upper insulating shell.
Data Source
AI summary
The electrical connector includes an upper insulating shell, a lower insulating shell, a first-polarity conductive terminal, a second-polarity conductive terminal, a third-polarity conductive terminal, a first conductor, a second conductor, and a third conductor. A first contact portion of the first conductor, A second contact portion of the second conductor and A third contact portion of the third conductor are positioned outside the lower insulating shell. A distance between the second contact portion of the second conductor and the first contact portion of the first conductor is a first distance. A distance between the third contact portion of the third conductor and the first contact portion of the first conductor is a second distance, and the first distance is shorter than the second distance.