Lighting Receptacle Socket Assembly for Tool-Less Wire Connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing receptacle socket assemblies for lighting equipment are cumbersome to connect to components and wires, lacking a straightforward method for secure and efficient integration of control modules and wire connections.
Innovation Solution
A receptacle socket assembly comprising a receptacle with multiple contact types for secure connection to control modules and a wire connector with ducts and channels for easy alignment and locking, allowing for tool-less assembly and secure electrical connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional receptacle socket assemblies are used for lighting equipment, then electrical connections can be established, but the connection process becomes cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is divided into separate functional modules: a receptacle socket assembly integrated into the lighting equipment housing, and a control module with plug contacts. This segmentation allows independent preparation and assembly of components, enabling the receptacle to be pre-installed in the housing while the control module is connected separately, significantly reducing overall installation time and complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The receptacle is pre-installed in the housing opening before the control module connection. The housing is prepared with an opening and mounting structure in advance, allowing the receptacle to be positioned and secured beforehand. This preliminary action eliminates the need for complex on-site assembly during final installation, making the connection process faster and easier
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple connection points are provided for control modules and wires, then connection versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The receptacle socket assembly serves multiple functions: it provides electrical connection points for control modules, accommodates wire connections through integrated wire connectors, and offers mechanical mounting in the housing. This multi-functional design consolidates what would otherwise require separate components, achieving connection versatility without proportionally increasing overall assembly complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The wire connector is integrated with the receptacle assembly, combining wire termination functions with control module connection capabilities in a single unified structure. This merging of functions allows multiple connection types (control module plugs and wire terminals) to be achieved through one integrated component rather than multiple separate devices, maintaining versatility while controlling complexity
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AI summary
A receptacle socket assembly for lighting equipment comprising: a receptacle having a front side for receiving contacts of a control module, said receptacle housing a plurality of receptacle contacts, each receptacle contact being provided, at a front end, with a front contact portion for being electrically connected with a contact of a control module, and, at a rear end, with a rear contact portion; a wire connector having a front side and a rear side, said wire connector housing a plurality of connector contacts, each connector contact being provided, at a rear end, with a wire receiving contact for receiving and fixing a wire end and, at a front end, with a front contact portion; wherein the rear side of the receptacle and the front side of the wire connector are configured such that the wire connector is removably pluggable in the rear side of the receptacle.