Inserting device and goods presentation assembly
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing plug-in devices for presenting goods lack enhanced functionality while maintaining carrying capacity, particularly in terms of electrical supply for improved product presentation.
Innovation Solution
A plug-in device with a socket and separate insertion part, featuring a conical contact system for secure mechanical connection and galvanic contact, allowing for electrical supply to consumers like lighting, with anti-rotation and magnetic means for enhanced stability and usability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If electrical supply functionality is added to the plug-in device, then the functionality for product presentation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the mechanical connection function and electrical supply function into a single integrated plug-in device. The contact points for electrical connection are incorporated directly into the mechanical insertion structure, so that one insertion action simultaneously establishes both mechanical support and electrical supply, eliminating the need for separate electrical connections.
Solution Approach 2:
The plug-in device is designed to perform multiple functions: mechanical support for the insert part, electrical supply to consumers, and positioning guidance. The socket and insert part structure serves both structural and electrical purposes, making the device universal and multi-functional without requiring additional separate components.
2Volume of moving object
If contact points are positioned in the casing region for compact electrical connection, then the space utilization is improved, but the risk of incorrect polarity connection increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs asymmetric positioning of contact points within the casing region, where the first and second contact points are located at different positions and orientations. This asymmetric arrangement, combined with the corresponding asymmetric design of the insert part's contact sections, ensures that only one specific insertion orientation allows proper galvanic contact, thereby preventing incorrect polarity connections while maintaining compact space utilization.
Solution Approach 2:
The casing region itself acts as an intermediary structure that guides and constrains the insertion motion. The casing's internal geometry serves as a mediator that ensures the contact points align correctly during insertion, preventing misalignment or incorrect polarity connection while keeping the electrical connection compact and integrated within the housing.
3Ease of operation
If the insert part and socket are detachably connected for flexibility, then the ease of operation is improved, but the connection stability may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The plug-in device is segmented into detachable components (socket and insert part) that can be easily assembled and disassembled. This segmentation provides flexibility and ease of operation while maintaining connection stability through precisely engineered mating surfaces and engagement features that ensure secure connection during use.
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 increased functionality for visually appealing product presentation with secure, space-saving, and inconspicuous electrical supply to consumers, preventing incorrect polarity and ensuring safe operation.
Implementation Method 1
an electrically conductive contact is set up by galvanic contact between a first contact point of a contact section of the electrification arrangement on the socket and a second contact point of a contact section of the electrification arrangement on the plug-in section
Implementation Method 2
anti-rotation and magnetic means for enhanced stability and usability
Data Source
Figure 1~3
Figure 4~7
Figure 8~8a
AI summary
A plug-in device (1) for a product presentation arrangement is proposed, comprising a socket (5) attachable to a support structure and a plug-in part (6), wherein the plug-in part (6) has a plug-in section that can be inserted into a receptacle of the socket (5) in a plug-in direction, so that the plug-in part (6) and the socket (5) are detachably connected to each other, wherein an electrification arrangement (8) is provided to supply an electrical load via the plug-in device (1) in the connected state, wherein for the electrical supply an electrical connection is established via the socket (5) and the plug-in part (6) by establishing an electrically conductive contact through a galvanic contact between a first contact point and a second contact point.According to the invention, the first contact point is formed in the outer shell area of the socket (5) and the second contact point is formed in the outer shell area of the insertion section, so that in the connected state the first contact point in the outer shell area of the socket (5) and the second contact point in the outer shell area of the insertion section are electrically contacted with each other.