Grooved Elastic Connecting Piece for Strength and Flexibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic products face challenges in enhancing structural quality while reducing production costs, particularly in the design of connecting pieces that require flexible elasticity and improved structural strength.
Innovation Solution
A connecting piece with an integrally formed structure comprising a first and second connecting portion and an elastic portion, featuring asymmetrical subsidiary elastic portions with grooves and a positioning portion, allowing for adjustable elasticity and enhanced structural strength through symmetrical or asymmetrical design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional connecting pieces are used, then production cost is reduced, but structural quality and elasticity are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic portion is divided into multiple subsidiary elastic portions (first subsidiary elastic portion and second subsidiary elastic portion) that are spaced apart from each other. This segmentation provides flexible elasticity while using simple structural elements that can be manufactured cost-effectively, resolving the contradiction between structural quality and production cost.
Solution Approach 2:
The first and second subsidiary elastic portions are positioned at different locations within the connecting piece, with the first subsidiary elastic portion having first grooves and the second subsidiary elastic portion having second grooves. This local differentiation optimizes elasticity distribution in specific areas while maintaining overall structural strength and cost-effectiveness.
2Adaptability or versatility
If elasticity is increased, then flexibility is improved, but structural strength may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the elastic portion into multiple spaced-apart subsidiary elastic portions, the structure achieves flexible elasticity without compromising overall structural integrity. Each subsidiary portion contributes to flexibility while the spacing maintains structural strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The connecting piece combines rigid connecting portions with elastic portions containing grooves, creating a composite structure that integrates both strength and flexibility characteristics in different regions of the same component.
3Adaptability or versatility
If grooves are added to elastic portions, then elasticity is enhanced, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Grooves are added only to specific regions of the subsidiary elastic portions rather than throughout the entire structure. This localized approach enhances elasticity where needed while keeping the overall structural design simple and manufacturable.
Solution Approach 2:
The grooves are distributed on specific sides of the subsidiary elastic portions (first grooves on one side, second grooves on the other side), creating a segmented pattern that enhances elasticity through a relatively simple geometric modification rather than complex structural changes.
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 and structurally strong connecting piece with adjustable elasticity, enabling flexible application and improved curvature, thereby enhancing market competitiveness.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic portion (130)... providing a predetermined elasticity
Data Source
AI summary
A connecting piece includes a first connecting portion, a second connecting portion and an elastic portion. The elastic portion includes a first subsidiary elastic portion and a second subsidiary elastic portion. The first subsidiary elastic portion and the second subsidiary elastic portion are spaced apart from each other and respectively connected between the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion. The first subsidiary elastic portion has a plurality of first grooves. The first grooves are distributed on a side of the first subsidiary elastic portion away from the second subsidiary elastic portion. The second subsidiary elastic portion has a plurality of second grooves. The second grooves are distributed on a side of the second subsidiary elastic portion away from the first subsidiary elastic portion.