Floating Liquid Cooling Connector With Elastic Support Against Rotation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current floating connectors for liquid cooling modules face challenges in small spaces and can be damaged due to improper force application during connection, as they lack complete fixation and are prone to rotation.
Innovation Solution
A connecting device comprising a floating connector, a case, and an elastic sheet, where the elastic sheet includes a first extending structure affixed to the case, a second extending structure connected to the floating connector, and a curved structure connecting these structures, providing support and allowing for limited movement to facilitate connection in tight spaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a floating connector is used to allow positioning adjustment, then adaptability to position deviations is improved, but the connector becomes unstable and prone to rotation under improper force
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs an elastic sheet as a flexible structural element that connects the floating connector to the housing. This elastic sheet provides both flexibility to accommodate positioning deviations and sufficient rigidity to prevent connector rotation when force is applied, thereby resolving the contradiction between adaptability and stability.
2Ease of operation
If a floating connector is used to facilitate connection in small spaces, then ease of operation is improved, but the connector lacks complete fixation and may be damaged by improper force
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic sheet acts as a flexible yet strength-providing structure that enables the floating connector to be easily positioned in small spaces while simultaneously providing the necessary mechanical strength to prevent damage from improper force application during connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic sheet serves as a pre-positioned cushioning element between the floating connector and the housing, absorbing and distributing forces during connection to prevent damage to the connector before actual connection occurs.
3Reliability
If the floating connector is completely fixed to prevent rotation, then reliability is improved, but the connector cannot accommodate position deviations
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic sheet provides a unique solution by being flexible enough to allow the floating connector to move and accommodate positioning deviations, while simultaneously providing sufficient fixation to prevent rotation when connection force is applied, thus resolving the contradiction between reliability and adaptability.
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
The solution ensures that the floating connector can be positioned and connected accurately in small spaces without damage, providing sufficient support and allowing for limited movement to accommodate deviations in the position of the fluid supply tube.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic sheet (300)
Data Source
AI summary
A connecting device includes a floating connector, a case, and an elastic sheet. The floating connector has a channel configured to let a liquid pass through it. The elastic sheet includes a first extending structure, a second extending structure, and a curved structure. The first extending structure is affixed to the case. The second extending structure is connected to the floating connector. The head end and the tail end of the curved structure are respectively connected to the first extending structure and the second extending structure.