Optical Fiber Connector with Movable Shielding Cover
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing optical fiber connectors lack a secure and convenient method to shield emitted light and securely fix optical fiber cables, as they require a removable plug or cover that can be easily misplaced and do not provide stable cable fixation.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device with a movably fixed protecting cover that shields the optical fiber connector light and securely fixes the cable by using a rail and guiding post mechanism, allowing the cover to move between positions to expose or shield the connector and interfere with the cable, preventing accidental unplugging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If a removable plug or plastic cover is used to shield the optical fiber connector, then the light emission can be blocked, but the cover is easily misplaced and requires dedicated storage space
Solution Approach 1:
The protecting cover is integrated with the optical fiber connector body, merging two previously separate components (connector and cover) into one unified structure. This eliminates the need for separate storage space and prevents misplacement, while maintaining the light-shielding function.
Solution Approach 2:
The protecting cover is designed to be movable relative to the connector body, transitioning between a shielding position (covering the connecting port) and an exposed position (allowing cable insertion). This dynamic design allows the cover to perform both protection and access functions without requiring removal.
2Device complexity
If the optical fiber connector is fixed only through connection with the optical fiber cable, then the structure is simple, but the cable is easily detached and cannot be fixed securely
Solution Approach 1:
The fixation mechanism is divided into multiple independent components: the optical fiber connector body, the protecting cover with cable clamp, and the cable itself. The clamp is further segmented into a clamping portion and a limiting portion, each performing specific fixation functions. This segmentation allows for reliable cable fixation while maintaining overall structural simplicity.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a dedicated plug or plastic cover is used to shield the connector, then light can be blocked, but additional space is required for accommodating the plug or cover
Solution Approach 1:
The protecting cover is integrated with the optical fiber connector body, merging two previously separate components (connector and cover) into one unified structure. This eliminates the need for separate storage space and prevents misplacement, while maintaining the light-shielding function.
4Ease of operation
If the protecting cover is movably fixed to the optical fiber connector, then the cover remains attached and prevents misplacement, but the structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The protecting cover is designed to be movable relative to the connector body, transitioning between a shielding position (covering the connecting port) and an exposed position (allowing cable insertion). This dynamic design allows the cover to perform both protection and access functions without requiring removal.
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic device including a casing, an optical fiber connector and a protecting cover is provided. The case includes an opening and a first engaging member. The optical fiber connector is disposed in the opening. The protecting cover is disposed at the opening and includes a second engaging member movably engaged with the first engaging member so that the optical fiber connector is exposed or shielded by the protecting cover. An optical fiber connector having a connecting port, a first engaging member and a protecting cover is further provided. The first engaging member is disposed besides the connecting port. A second engaging member of the protecting cover is movably disposed at the first engaging member so that the protecting cover exposes or shields the connecting port. The protecting cover is capable of fixing an optical fiber cable and shielding a light emitted from the optical fiber connector.