Electrode Tongue Recess for Secure Conductor Connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for creating a secure electrical connection between an electrode and an electrical conductor are complex and lack reliability, particularly in applications like clothing and bandages where durability and simplicity are essential.
Innovation Solution
A method involving guiding a conductor section through a recess in an electrode, folding an electrode tongue over to secure the conductor, and using thermoadhesive films and adhesive tapes to ensure a permanent and waterproof connection, which can be applied mechanically or thermally.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing methods are used to create a secure electrical connection between electrode and conductor, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The conductor is inserted through a recess in the electrode tongue, nesting the conductor within the electrode structure itself. This eliminates the need for separate connection components while maintaining secure electrical contact, thus improving reliability without increasing device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrode tongue with its recess structure performs the dual function of providing electrical contact and mechanically securing the conductor. The electrode structure serves itself to create the connection without requiring additional fastening components, simplifying the overall device while ensuring reliable connection.
2Ease of manufacture
If existing methods are used to create electrical connection, then connection is established, but manufacturing simplicity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The recess is pre-formed in the electrode tongue during electrode manufacturing. This preliminary preparation allows the conductor to be simply inserted and secured without complex assembly steps, making the manufacturing process straightforward while ensuring reliable electrical and mechanical connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrode is designed with a distinct tongue portion that is separated from the main electrode body. This segmentation allows the tongue to be specifically engineered with the recess feature, simplifying the overall manufacturing process while ensuring reliable connection functionality.
3Duration of action of stationary object
If conductor is secured between electrode tongue and surface, then connection durability is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The conductor is nested within the electrode structure, positioned between the electrode tongue and the electrode surface. This nesting arrangement provides durable mechanical securing and electrical contact using only the electrode's own structural features, avoiding additional components that would increase device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrode tongue is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: providing electrical contact, mechanically securing the conductor, and maintaining durable connection over time. By merging these functions into a single integrated structure, durability is improved without increasing overall device complexity.
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
This method provides a reliable, durable, and simple means to establish a secure electrical connection that withstands mechanical and environmental influences, ensuring consistent performance in various applications.
Implementation Method 1
An adhesive film is applied to the upper surface of the electrode tongue, a section of which lies on the electrode surface
Implementation Method 2
a thermoadhesive film is located on the underside of the electrode surface... by applying pressure and heat, particularly by ironing
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AI summary
In a process for producing a connection between an electrode on a material layer and an electrical conductor, the following process steps are carried out: - Passing a conductor section of the conductor through a recess in a part of the electrode, - Folding over an electrode tongue that is connected to an electrode surface and protrudes beyond the electrode surface, in such a way that the conductor section passed through the recess lies between the electrode tongue and the electrode surface.