Modular Displacement Measuring Apparatus with Plug-in Circuit Boards
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing displacement measuring apparatuses face challenges in modular design and production efficiency, requiring complex conductor connections and soldering processes, which complicate assembly and maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A modular displacement measuring apparatus comprising multiple boards with plug-in connection devices for electrical and mechanical connections, allowing for easy assembly and maintenance without conductor cords, with separate boards for power supply, signal processing, and communication, enabling flexible configuration and repair.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional conductor connections and soldering processes are used, then reliable electrical connections are achieved, but assembly complexity and production time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The housing is divided into modular components (first housing part, second housing part, cover) that can be separately manufactured and assembled. Circuit boards are segmented into functional modules that can be independently produced and connected via plug-in connections, reducing overall assembly complexity while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
Traditional mechanical soldering connections are replaced with plug-in connection devices that establish electrical contacts through simple mechanical insertion. This substitution eliminates complex soldering processes while ensuring reliable electrical connections between modular components.
2Productivity
If modular design with multiple boards is implemented, then production efficiency and maintenance ease improve, but device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into functional circuit boards (power supply board, measurement interface board, communication board) that can be independently manufactured, tested, and assembled. This segmentation enables parallel production processes and simplifies maintenance while the standardized housing structure contains these modules efficiently.
Solution Approach 2:
The housing structure serves multiple functions: it provides mechanical support, electrical insulation, and a standardized mounting framework for all circuit boards. The plug-in connection devices serve both mechanical retention and electrical connection functions, reducing the need for separate fastening and wiring systems.
3Loss of time
If conductor cords are eliminated in favor of direct board connections, then assembly time is reduced, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
Flexible conductor cords are replaced with rigid plug-in connection devices that feature guide structures and positioning elements. These devices automatically align contact points during insertion, reducing the precision requirements compared to direct board-to-board connections while eliminating time-consuming cord routing and termination processes.
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AI summary
A displacement measuring apparatus is provided, which comprises a measuring sensor, a housing, a first board, a second board and a third board, which boards are arranged in the housing and are circuit carriers, wherein the second board and the third board are in each case oriented transversely to the first board, the second board and the third board are connected by means of a first plug-in connection device and the combination of the second board and third board is connected to the first board by means of a second plug-in connection device.