Floating Connector Structure With Split Movable Insulators
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Solution Overview
Problem
Connectors with a floating structure face challenges in mitigating the load exerted on movable and fixed insulators during mating, especially as the connector length increases due to more poles, leading to potential breakage or deformation.
Innovation Solution
The connector design includes a fixed insulator and two independently movable insulators, which are capable of elastic deformation, allowing for improved movability and load distribution, thereby mitigating stress on the insulators.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the connector uses a floating structure with movable insulators to absorb misalignment, then the reliability of connection is improved, but the load on the movable and fixed insulators increases, leading to potential breakage or deformation
Solution Approach 1:
The movable insulator is divided into multiple independent movable insulators (first movable insulator 30a, second movable insulator 30b). Each movable insulator independently absorbs misalignment in different directions, distributing the mechanical load and reducing stress concentration on any single insulator component.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector employs a floating structure where movable insulators can dynamically adjust their positions relative to the fixed insulator during mating. This dynamic capability allows the insulators to absorb misalignment while the elastic deformation of contacts provides continuous load adaptation, preventing excessive static stress on the insulators.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the connector length increases to accommodate more poles for collecting electrical signals, then the adaptability and versatility are improved, but the load on the insulators increases, increasing the risk of breakage or deformation
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is segmented into multiple independent movable insulators, each capable of supporting specific contacts. This segmentation allows the connector to accommodate more poles (increasing adaptability) while distributing the mechanical load across multiple insulator units, preventing any single insulator from bearing excessive stress.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable insulators are arranged in a spatial configuration where they can move independently in different directions. This dimensional arrangement allows the connector to handle multiple electrical signals (increasing pole count and versatility) while the spatial distribution of movable insulators effectively disperses the mechanical load throughout the structure.
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
This design effectively reduces the risk of damage to the insulators by distributing the load and allowing for greater movability, enhancing the reliability and durability of the connector, especially in longer configurations.
Implementation Method 1
The movable insulator includes a first movable insulator and a second movable insulator that are disposed inside the fixed insulator while being separated from each other. The first movable insulator and the second movable insulator are capable of moving independently of each other.
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AI summary
A connector (10) according to the present disclosure includes a fixed insulator (20), a movable insulator (30), and contacts (50). The fixed insulator (20) is in the shape of a frame. The movable insulator (30) is disposed inside the fixed insulator (20), and capable of moving relative to the fixed insulator (20). The movable insulator (30) mates with a connection object (60). The contacts (50) are attached to the fixed insulator (20) and the movable insulator (30). The movable insulator (30) includes a first movable insulator (30a), and a second movable insulator (30b). The first movable insulator (30a) and the second movable insulator (30b) are disposed inside the fixed insulator (20) while being separated from each other, and are capable of moving independently of each other.