Four-in-one Electrical Connector Plug with EMI Shielding
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electronic devices require multiple bulky ports for USB2.0, USB3.0, and MiNi DP connections, increasing space and cost, and failing to efficiently manage electromagnetic interference.
Innovation Solution
A compact four-in-one electrical connector plug with a casing, circuit board, and metal housing that integrates power, USB2.0, USB3.0, and MiNi DP functions, featuring a stepped terminal design and metal plate for electromagnetic interference prevention, reducing component count and manufacturing costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate ports (USB2.0, USB3.0, MiNi DP) are used for different functions, then functional versatility is improved, but device volume and structural complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate ports (USB2.0, USB3.0, MiNi DP) into a single integrated electrical connector plug. The plug contains multiple terminal groups that can simultaneously support power transmission, USB2.0, USB3.0, and MiNi DP functions, eliminating the need for multiple separate ports and reducing device volume.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrical connector plug is designed with multi-functional capability, where a single plug can perform multiple functions including power transmission, USB2.0 data transmission, USB3.0 high-speed data transmission, and MiNi DP display output. This universal design allows one connector to replace multiple specialized connectors.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate ports are used for different functions, then functional versatility is improved, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple port functions into a single connector plug, reducing the total number of components that need to be manufactured and assembled. This consolidation simplifies the manufacturing process and reduces costs associated with producing and installing multiple separate ports.
Solution Approach 2:
By designing a universal plug that can handle multiple functions through its multiple terminal groups, the invention eliminates the need to manufacture separate specialized connectors for each function, thereby reducing overall manufacturing complexity and cost.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If ground terminals are mounted between terminal groups, then electromagnetic interference prevention is improved, but device volume increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent strategically places ground terminals in specific locations between different terminal groups within the connector plug. This localized arrangement of ground terminals provides electromagnetic shielding exactly where needed between high-frequency signal terminals, preventing interference without requiring a complete redesign of the entire connector structure.
Solution Approach 2:
Ground terminals serve as intermediary elements between different terminal groups, providing electromagnetic shielding and isolating high-frequency signal transmission paths. These ground terminals act as mediators that prevent electromagnetic interference from one terminal group affecting another, while maintaining a compact overall 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
The solution provides a cost-effective, compact, and lightweight connector that efficiently transmits power and high-frequency signals while preventing electromagnetic interference, enhancing market compatibility and reducing thermal issues.
Implementation Method 1
a metal plate inserted between the power contacts and the output/input contacts of the circuit board to electrically connect to the ground terminal; and a metal housing composed of a front housing and a rear housing to entirely enclose the casing and to electrically connect to the metal plate such that the metal plate is able to transmit electromagnetic interference out via the metal housing
Data Source
AI summary
An electrical connector plug includes a casing an output/input port mounted having multiple upper terminals and multiple lower terminals, a trough defined between the upper terminals and the lower terminals, a circuit board inserted in the trough of the casing and having, a metal plate electrically connected to the ground terminal and a metal housing to entirely enclose the casing and to electrically connect to the metal plate such that the metal plate is able to transmit electromagnetic interference out via the metal housing.