Fabric Locking Structure for Durable Control Switch Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing heating or lighting decoration systems for clothing and blankets have control switches that are easily damaged due to poor attachment methods, such as being hung outside or attached with glue.
Innovation Solution
A locking structure configured to combine with a fabric, comprising a base with an accommodating groove for a control switch, a fixing member with a pawl to grasp the fabric, and an elastic fixing ring with a snap-fit that engages with the fixing member, securely attaching the control switch to the fabric.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If control switch is hung outside or attached by glue, then installation is simple, but the control switch wire is easily torn and reliability is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The locking structure is divided into multiple functional components: a base for mounting, an upper cover for protection, a fixing member with pawl for anchoring, and an elastic fixing ring for secure attachment. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally, creating a reliable wire protection system while maintaining ease of installation through modular assembly
Solution Approach 2:
The locking structure employs a nested configuration where the fixing member with the pawl is embedded within the base, the elastic fixing ring surrounds the fixing member, and the upper cover encloses the entire assembly. This nested design consolidates multiple protective and anchoring functions into a compact unit that can be easily attached to fabric while providing robust protection against wire damage
2Device complexity
If control switch is attached by glue, then no additional components are needed, but the attachment strength is insufficient and wires are easily damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The locking structure is pre-assembled with the fixing member already positioned in the base and the elastic fixing ring pre-loaded onto the fixing member. The pawl is pre-configured in the engaged position within the slot. This preliminary assembly ensures that when the structure is attached to the fabric, the wire is immediately protected by the pre-positioned pawl and securing mechanism, providing instant attachment strength without requiring complex on-site assembly
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic fixing ring serves as an intermediary element between the fixing member and the fabric. It transmits and distributes the attachment force uniformly around the fabric, preventing stress concentration that could lead to wire damage. This intermediary component bridges the gap between the rigid fixing mechanism and the flexible fabric, enhancing overall attachment strength while maintaining structural integrity
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The locking structure effectively prevents the control switch wire from being easily torn, enhancing user experience by providing a secure and durable attachment method.
Implementation Method 1
An inner wall of the upper cover may be provided with a ring groove configured to accommodate the elastic fixing ring
Implementation Method 2
An inner wall of the elastic fixing ring may be provided with a snap-fit. An outer wall of the fixing member may be provided with a slot configured to engage the snap-fit
Implementation Method 3
the fixing member may be provided with a pawl configured to grasp the fabric
Data Source
AI summary
The present application provides a locking structure used to combine with fabric, relating to the technical field of articles for daily use. The locking structure used to combine with fabric comprises a base, an upper cover and an elastic fixing ring. The base is provided with an accommodating groove used to receive a control switch, a top surface of the base being located at the accommodating groove and fixedly provided with a fixing member, and the fixing member being provided with claws used to grasp the fabric. An inner wall of the upper cover is provided with a ring groove used to accommodate the elastic fixing ring, an inner wall of the elastic fixing ring is provided with a buckle, and an outer wall of the fixing member is provided with a slot used to engage with the buckle. When the buckle is engaged with the slot, the bottom of the upper cover can abut against the claw. This achieves the technical effect of a control switch wire not being easily damaged.