Faucet Connection Structure Using Internal Threading for Sleeve Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current faucet connection structures for floor bathtubs are inefficient due to multiple assembly steps, exposed screw heads affecting appearance and cleaning convenience, and limited design options for the protective sleeve, which is typically restricted to round tubes.
Innovation Solution
A faucet connection structure that uses a rigid connecting water pipe to simplify assembly by eliminating the need to secure the upper and lower ends of the protective sleeve, allowing for easier cleaning and enabling the use of non-round protective sleeve options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If locking screws are provided on the tube wall to secure the protective sleeve, then the connection stability is improved, but the appearance is affected and cleaning becomes inconvenient due to exposed screw heads
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the screw heads from the visible exterior surface and relocates them to the interior of the protective sleeve. The connection structure uses internal threading where screw heads are concealed within the sleeve cavity, allowing the exterior surface to remain smooth and free of protruding elements that would interfere with cleaning or aesthetics.
2Stability of the object's composition
If threads are processed on the protective sleeve for connection, then the connection stability is improved, but the protective sleeve is limited to round tubes only, reducing design options
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies different structural qualities to different parts of the protective sleeve. The exterior surface maintains a smooth, aesthetic finish suitable for various shapes (round, square, oval), while the interior surface contains localized threading features that provide secure connection functionality. This differentiation allows the same sleeve structure to achieve both aesthetic versatility and connection stability.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the upper and lower ends of the protective sleeve are securely connected separately, then the connection stability is improved, but the number of assembling steps increases and mounting efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the connection operations for the upper and lower ends of the protective sleeve into a single integrated mounting action. The connecting structure allows both ends to be secured simultaneously through one mounting process, eliminating the need for separate securing steps and significantly improving installation efficiency while maintaining connection stability.
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AI summary
A faucet connection structure comprising a faucet, a protective sleeve, an inlet diverting base, and a connecting water pipe. The connecting water pipe plays the role of connecting and securing and passes through the protective sleeve. The connecting water pipe has an upper end that connects to a faucet inlet pipe of the faucet, and a lower end that connects and locks with the inlet diverting base. The protective sleeve is coupled between the faucet inlet pipe and the inlet diverting base, eliminating the need to fix ends of the protective sleeve. This configuration simplifies the mounting steps and increases the mounting efficiency. The configuration allows for no collision to occur during the process of cleaning the protective sleeve. The cleaning process is convenient for users. The protective sleeve can be selected from a wide range of shapes, enriching the appearances of the products.