Layered Circuit Connector Layout for Fast Connection Changes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing circuit configurations, such as stacked joint connectors and electrical junction boxes, require disassembly and reconnection of electric wires for design changes, making it cumbersome to modify the connection portions.
Innovation Solution
A circuit apparatus with a stacked body featuring multiple layers and holes, where terminals of different types can be selectively connected to corresponding layers by insertion, allowing for easy unplugging and plugging, and featuring insulation coatings to prevent incorrect connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If electric wires are unplugged and plugged to change circuit configuration, then adaptability is improved, but loss of time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The circuit board is divided into multiple layers with each layer containing specific connection portions. Terminals can be selectively connected to different layers independently, allowing circuit configuration changes without affecting other connections. This segmentation enables rapid reconfiguration by simply changing which terminals connect to which layers.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection structure allows terminals to be dynamically reconnected between different layers without permanent fixation. The insulating coatings can be selectively removed or modified to enable terminals to switch connection partners, providing dynamic adaptability for circuit reconfiguration.
2Adaptability or versatility
If electrical junction box is disassembled to replace connection fittings, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple connection functions are merged into a single integrated circuit board structure with multiple layers. The connection portions on different layers are combined into one device, eliminating the need for separate connection fittings and reducing overall structural complexity while maintaining adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The circuit board serves multiple functions: it provides structural support, electrical insulation between layers, connection points for terminals, and enables various circuit configurations. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional components and simplifies the overall device structure.
3Ease of operation
If terminals are selectively connected to different layers, then ease of operation is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
Holes and insulating coatings are pre-configured on the circuit board during manufacturing to enable selective terminal connections. The insulating coatings are applied in advance on specific portions of connection portions, allowing terminals to be easily connected to desired layers without requiring complex assembly operations.
Data Source
AI summary
A circuit apparatus includes: a stacked body; and a plurality of terminals. The stacked body includes a plurality of layers. A plurality of holes that extend through the plurality of layers are formed in the stacked body. Each of the plurality of layers includes a connection member that is formed of a conductor. The connection member includes: a plurality of connection portions that are provided at positions corresponding to the plurality of holes; and a joining portion that connects the plurality of connection portions to each other. The plurality of terminals include a plurality of types of terminals that correspond to the plurality of layers. Each of the plurality of types of terminals can be selectively connected to the connection portion of a corresponding one of the plurality of layers by being inserted into a predetermined one of the plurality of holes.