Modular Connector Holder for Multi-Terminal Charging Stand
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable information terminal holding stands are limited to connecting only portable terminals with specific power supply terminal specifications, restricting compatibility with various types of devices.
Innovation Solution
A portable information terminal holding stand with a modular design featuring interchangeable connector holders and a detachable terminal cover, allowing it to accommodate multiple types of portable information terminals with different connector specifications, and functioning as a desk telephone with transmission/reception capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed connection terminal is integrated into the holding stand, then the structure is simple and stable, but the compatibility with different portable terminal connector specifications is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The connection terminal is divided into a fixed base portion and a detachable connector holder portion. The connector holder can be removed and replaced independently from the base, allowing different connector types to be accommodated without redesigning the entire holding stand structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The base portion is designed with a universal interface that can accept different types of connector holders through detachable connection. This allows a single base structure to support multiple connector specifications by simply changing the connector holder component.
2Ease of operation
If the holding stand is designed for a specific connector type, then the manufacturing cost is low and the structure is simple, but the ease of operation for different terminal types is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The connector holder is designed as a separate detachable component from the base, allowing users to easily swap connectors for different terminal types without complex assembly procedures. The modular design simplifies both user operation and manufacturing processes.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector holder can be changed to match different connector specifications (parameters). By changing the connector type parameter while keeping the base structure constant, the system adapts to different terminal types without requiring complete redesign.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple connector types are supported through modular design, then the adaptability increases, but the device complexity and number of components increases
Solution Approach 1:
Only the connector holder portion needs to be segmented into different types, while the base structure remains unified. This segmented approach allows multiple connector types to be supported without proportionally increasing overall device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The universal base design with standardized interface allows different connector holders to be interchanged. This multi-functionality is achieved by making the base compatible with multiple connector types through a common attachment mechanism, reducing the need for completely different base designs for each connector type.
Data Source
AI summary
A portable information terminal holding stand (10) is configured to hold one of a plurality of types of portable information terminals (30) and (40) having different connector specifications, and to be electrically connected to the held portable information terminal (30) or (40). The portable information terminal holding stand (10) includes: a holding stand main body (11) having a main mounting surface (11a); a terminal cover (12) detachably attached to a lower end of the main mounting surface (11a) and configured to support a lower end of the portable information terminal (30) or (40) mounted on the main mounting surface (11a); and a connector holder (18) configured to hold the holding base side connector (17a). The connector holder (18) includes a plurality of types of connector holders prepared in accordance with specifications of the holding base side connector (17a). The terminal cover (12) includes a holder receiving portion (123) configured to receive and hold the plurality of types of connector holders (18).