Modular Fan Device with I/O Connector Joints
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional fan installations become increasingly complex and time-consuming as the number of fans increases, with no modular linking capability, leading to difficulties in wire management and a higher likelihood of wire trimming.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of dedicated I/O modular connecting wires at the input and output ends of fans, featuring internal connector joints that allow for easy linking of multiple fans, simplifying wire integration and management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional wiring methods are used to connect multiple fans, then each fan can be connected to power supply, but the wiring becomes more complicated and installation becomes more time consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the wiring system into modular segments by integrating connectors directly onto the fan housing. Each fan becomes a self-contained module with built-in connection points, allowing individual fans to be connected in series without requiring separate wire management for each connection point.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines the connector function with the fan housing structure. The input and output connectors are integrated into the housing itself, merging what were previously separate components (wires and connectors) into a unified assembly that simplifies installation.
2Productivity
If conventional wiring methods are used to connect multiple fans, then each fan can be connected to power supply, but the installation becomes more time consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The connectors are pre-integrated into the fan housing during manufacturing, so that when installation occurs, the connection points are already prepared and positioned correctly. This preliminary preparation eliminates the time-consuming steps of separate wire routing and connector attachment during installation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional fans are used, then fans can be connected to power supply, but the fans do not have the functionality of linked modular connection
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs universal input and output connectors that can be used for any fan in the series. These standardized connection points allow any fan to be connected to any other fan regardless of position in the sequence, providing modular versatility while maintaining simple, repeatable connection procedures.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a fan device with modular functionality, whereby an output end and input end of the fan are respectively provided with terminal joints. Two connector joints on the I/O module connecting wires are connected respectively to the terminal joints of the output end and the input end of the fan. Therefore, the output/input terminals are modularized by means of the separated wires to reduce the problems of wire trimming.