Fiber Optic Connector Polarity Exchange via Rotatable Casing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional communication connectors for fiber optic networks face challenges in easy polarity exchange due to complex designs that can lead to component loss or damage during adjustments, particularly in compact workspaces, and lack universality and efficiency in operation.
Innovation Solution
A communication connector with a sliding fastening relationship between a main body and casing, featuring a clip and grabs for secure engagement, allowing 180-degree rotation for polarity exchange without twisting the fiber optic wire, and incorporating guide blocks and elastic elements for stability and ease of use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If separable upper and lower covers are used for polarity exchange, then polarity adjustment is possible, but components may be lost during operation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the upper and lower covers into a single unified structure where the covers cannot be separated during operation. The housing forms an enclosed space that contains all internal components, allowing polarity exchange through controlled rotation of the entire assembly rather than by separating covers. This merging eliminates the risk of losing small components while maintaining polarity adjustment capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional detachable connector designs are used, then polarity exchange is possible, but special care must be taken in compact workspaces
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the connector into a main body and a rotatable cover assembly that can be independently manipulated. The cover can be rotated to expose different connection interfaces for polarity exchange, while the main body remains stable. This segmentation allows operators to perform polarity adjustments by simply rotating the cover rather than handling multiple small components, significantly improving ease of operation in compact workspaces.
3Adaptability or versatility
If fiber optic plugs are rotated for polarity adjustment, then polarity exchange is achieved, but the fiber optic wire may be damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a rotatable cover assembly as an intermediary mechanism between the operator and the fiber optic plugs. Instead of directly rotating the plugs and their attached fiber optic wires, the cover rotates to change the orientation of the connection interfaces. The fiber optic plugs remain fixed in position within the housing, eliminating twisting forces on the fragile fiber optic wires while still achieving polarity exchange through the cover's rotation.
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AI summary
A communication connector with alterable polarity, comprising a main body, a pair of fiber optic plugs, and a casing for signal connection via a fiber optic socket, wherein the pair of fiber optic plugs are installed at the front end of the main body, and the casing provides a sliding cover around the main body. A clip is positioned on the casing. The front end of the clip is used for fixing on the fiber optic socket. Moreover, a pair of grabs is positioned on the surface of the casing corresponding to a neck of the main body. The two grabs are pressed at the same time and separated from the two necks, and the main body and the casing are separated, rotated 180 degrees with regard to each other, and re-assembled. So, the wire jumper polarity exchange is performed by substantially improving convenience and efficacy during operation.