Modular Connector Rotation Layout for Multi-Orientation Handling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connector rotation devices can only perform one type of connector rotation operation, limiting their applicability to different connectors.
Innovation Solution
A connector rotating device comprising a first, second, and third rotating module, each capable of rotating a connector from an initial to a predetermined orientation, with the second and third modules arranged side by side and the first module spaced vertically from the others.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single rotating module is used, then the device structure is simple, but the applicability to different connectors is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The connector rotating device is divided into multiple independent rotating modules (first rotating module, second rotating module, third rotating module), each capable of performing specific rotation operations. This segmentation allows the device to handle different connector types and rotation requirements while maintaining manageable complexity through modular design.
Solution Approach 2:
Each rotating module is designed with universal functionality to accommodate different connector types. The modules can rotate connectors to various predetermined orientations, making the device applicable to multiple connector configurations rather than being dedicated to a single type.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple rotating modules are added, then the applicability to different connectors is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into three specialized rotating modules arranged in a specific spatial configuration. This segmentation enables complex rotation operations to be broken down into simpler, dedicated functions for each module, improving versatility without overwhelming complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotating modules are arranged in three-dimensional space with specific spatial relationships (side-by-side arrangement, vertical spacing). This dimensional arrangement allows multiple modules to coexist efficiently, providing enhanced rotation capability while optimizing the use of space and reducing overall device footprint.
Data Source
AI summary
A connector rotating device includes a first rotating module, a second rotating module, and a third rotating module. The first rotating module is adapted to rotate a first connector from a first initial orientation to a first predetermined orientation different from the first initial orientation. The second rotating module is adapted to rotate a second connector from a second initial orientation to a second predetermined orientation different from the second initial orientation. The third rotating module is adapted to rotate the second connector from the second predetermined orientation to a third predetermined orientation different from the second predetermined orientation. The second rotating module and the third rotating module are arranged side by side in a first horizontal direction. The first rotating module is spaced by a predetermined distance from the second rotating module and the third rotating module in a vertical direction.