Fiber-Optic Power Connector Cable for 100 Gb/s and 100 W Links
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing high-speed input/output signal and high-power transmission systems require separate power sources and multiple connectors, which are inefficient and not suitable for harsh environments.
Innovation Solution
A combined high-speed I/O signal and high-power transmission connector and cable design using fiber optics, integrated with power pins and a single connector, eliminating the need for external power sources and additional connectors, suitable for extreme environments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If separate power sources and multiple connectors are used for high-speed I/O and high-power transmission, then power delivery and data transmission can be achieved, but system complexity and inefficiency increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines separate power transmission and data transmission systems into a single integrated cable-connector assembly. The connector integrates both power pins and data pins in one unified structure, allowing simultaneous power delivery and high-speed data transmission through a single connection point, thereby reducing system complexity while maintaining both functions
Solution Approach 2:
The connector is designed as a universal multi-functional device that simultaneously handles power transmission, high-speed data transmission, and system monitoring. The single cable-connector assembly performs multiple functions that previously required separate systems, including power delivery up to 100W, data transmission at 100 Gb/s, and embedded health monitoring
2Productivity
If multiple connectors and external power sources are used, then power and data transmission can be achieved, but the number of components and installation complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges multiple separate connectors and external power sources into a single integrated cable-connector assembly. This consolidation reduces the number of components from multiple separate units to one unified device, simplifying installation and reducing the time and effort required for system setup
3Speed
If standard cable/connector combinations are used, then basic connectivity is achieved, but transmission distance and data rate performance are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional copper-based mechanical electrical connections with fiber optic transmission for data signals. This substitution enables significantly higher data transmission rates (100 Gb/s) and extends transmission distance to 100 meters or greater, overcoming the limitations of standard copper cable/connector combinations while maintaining power delivery through the integrated assembly
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient data transmission up to 100 Gb/s and power delivery up to 100 W without external power, supporting devices up to 100 meters away with enhanced system health monitoring, optimized for rugged applications.
Implementation Method 1
The optical fiber and power signal cable and connectors are combined in a single-cable design
Implementation Method 2
power signal transmission, using the USB4/TBT4 specifications and in combination with fiber-optics media
Data Source
AI summary
An interconnection cable adapted to connect two or more electronic devices comprising one or more end connectors; at least one of the one or more connectors comprising one or more data plugs, each complying with the USB or the Thunderbolt specification, and one or more power pins that are separate from the data plug; a cable assembly attached to at least one of the one or more connectors; the cable assembly comprising one or more fiber optic cores, and one or more stranded coper wires; wherein at least one of the one or more fiber optic cores is communicatively connected to at least one of the one or more data plugs; and wherein at least one of the one or more stranded copper wires is electrically connected to at least one of the one or more power pins.