Modular Power Cable Adaptor for Versatile Conductor Connections
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing power cable connectors fail to efficiently connect different types of conductor cables, including single and multi-conductor cables, which is a challenge in modern communications systems requiring versatile electrical connections.
Innovation Solution
A modular power cable adaptor with a first connection unit featuring a casing, retaining sleeve, and conductive members, and a second connection unit with a cap, limiting member, and wire dispenser, allowing for variable insertion of conductor wires through conductive channels and wire passages, enabling connections between various types of cables.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional pipe connector is used to interconnect single conductors, then the connection structure is simple, but it cannot accommodate multi-conductor cables or different types of conductor cables
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor is designed with a universal structure that can accommodate both single conductor cables and multi-conductor cables. The casing contains multiple receiving spaces that can accept different types of conductors, and the conductive members are configured to make electrical connections with various cable configurations, enabling one device to perform multiple connection functions
Solution Approach 2:
The adaptor is divided into distinct functional segments: a casing with multiple receiving spaces for different conductors, conductive members for electrical connection, and a cap for sealing. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining overall versatility
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed connector design is used, then the manufacturing process is simple, but it cannot accommodate variable cable configurations
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor incorporates removable conductive members and a detachable cap design, allowing the internal configuration to be adjusted or reconfigured. This dynamic capability enables the same adaptor body to accommodate different cable configurations without requiring multiple fixed designs, balancing manufacturing efficiency with operational flexibility
3Reliability
If multiple separate connectors are used for different cable types, then each connector can be optimized for its specific function, but the overall system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges multiple connector functions into a single adaptor unit. The casing integrates multiple receiving spaces, conductive members for different conductor types, and sealing elements, consolidating what would traditionally require multiple separate connectors into one unified device, reducing system complexity while maintaining connection reliability
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AI summary
A power cable adaptor includes a casing that has a receiving space, a retaining sleeve disposed in the casing and conductive members disposed within the retaining sleeve. The conductive members respectively define conductive channels. A cap is detachably connected to the casing and covers the receiving space. A wire dispenser is detachably received in the receiving space. The cap has an opening communicating with the conductive channels through the receiving space. The wire dispenser has wire passages communicating with the conductive channels and the opening of the cap.