Flat Cable Connector Stability via Opposing Portion Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connectors for flat cables tend to lose mounting stability when the cable is bent or moved, causing the end portion to rise off the flat panel and detach from engaging projections.
Innovation Solution
A connector design featuring a stage with an arrangement surface, engaging protruding portions, and an opposing portion with a first section in front and a second section extending rearward, which reduces the distance between the engaging protrusions and the opposing portion, enhancing the connector's stability by providing additional support and preventing detachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the engaging projections are positioned away from the cable guide piece, then the flat cable can be easily inserted, but the mounting stability deteriorates when the cable is bent or moved
Solution Approach 1:
The opposing portion extends in the insertion direction (front-to-rear dimension) to provide support, transforming a two-dimensional engagement structure into a three-dimensional one. This additional dimensional support prevents the cable end from rising while maintaining ease of insertion.
Solution Approach 2:
The opposing portion acts as an intermediary element between the engaging projections and the cable guide piece, providing additional support to prevent cable detachment without interfering with the insertion process.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the distance between the engaging protruding portion and the opposing portion is reduced, then the mounting stability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The opposing portion is merged with the stage structure, forming an integrated component rather than a separate element. This reduces the number of parts and simplifies manufacturing while achieving the desired stability improvement.
Solution Approach 2:
The stage structure serves multiple functions: it provides the arrangement surface for cable placement and simultaneously forms the opposing portion that prevents cable detachment. This multi-functionality reduces overall device complexity.
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AI summary
A connector is provided which includes a stage having an arrangement surface for arranging the end portion of the flat cable, and an opposing portion formed so as to face the arrangement surface. An engaging protruding portion is formed in the arrangement surface for engaging the flat cable. The end portion of the flat cable is insertable from the front side to the rear side of the connector between the arrangement surface and the opposing portion. The opposing portion has an extending portion positioned in front of the engaging protruding portion, and an overhanging portion extending to the rear of a first section.