Multi-Standard EV Charging Connector Holder With Overlapping Passages
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current holders for vehicle charging connectors are designed for specific standards, requiring multiple holders for different types, which is inefficient and costly.
Innovation Solution
A holder with a single structure design that accommodates multiple charging connector standards through overlapping passages and engaging elements, allowing shared use of a single holder for various connectors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple holders are used for different charging connector standards, then each holder can properly accommodate its specific connector type, but the device complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is designed with a universal structure that can accommodate multiple types of charging connectors (Type 1, Type 2, CCS, NACS, CHAdeMO, GB/T) through a single multi-functional device. The holder includes an accommodating space with multiple passages and engaging elements that can adapt to different connector standards, eliminating the need for multiple separate holders.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is divided into multiple passages (first passage, second passage, etc.) within a single base structure. Each passage is designed to receive a specific type of charging connector, and each passage has corresponding engaging elements. This segmentation allows the single holder to handle multiple connector types independently while maintaining overall structural unity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple holders are installed for different connector standards, then all connector types can be supported, but the installation space and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple holder functions are merged into a single integrated structure. The holder combines multiple passages and engaging elements for different connector types into one base unit, reducing the total installation space required compared to having separate holders for each connector standard.
Solution Approach 2:
The single holder structure serves multiple purposes by accommodating different connector standards through its multi-passage design, thereby reducing the overall footprint and installation space needed while maintaining support for all required connector types.
Data Source
AI summary
A holder for vehicle charging connector includes a base, an accommodating space, a first engaging element and a second engaging element. The accommodating space is disposed within the base for receiving one of a first standard vehicle charging connector and a second standard vehicle charging connector. The accommodating space includes a first passage for receiving the first standard vehicle charging connector, and a second passage for receiving the second standard vehicle charging connector. The second passage is overlapped with the first passage at least in part. The first engaging element is disposed around the first passage for engaging with the first standard vehicle charging connector; and the second engaging element is disposed around the second passage for engaging with the second standard vehicle charging connector.