Modular Shower Water Outlet With Waterproof Smart Module Interface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing intelligent water outlet devices, such as showers, lack flexibility in combining and matching various intelligent modes due to non-detachable intelligent modules.
Innovation Solution
A water outlet device with an installation hole for detachable functional modules, equipped with connection terminals for power and signal transmission, and features like sealing rings and elastic positioning beads for secure and waterproof installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If intelligent modules are integrated into the water outlet device, then the device gains intelligent functions (digital display, lighting, audio, massage), but the device structure becomes complex and the modules cannot be flexibly matched or combined
Solution Approach 1:
The intelligent modules (digital display module, lighting module, audio module, massage module) are segmented as separate detachable components that can be independently installed or removed from the water outlet main body through the installation hole, allowing flexible combination without increasing overall device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The installation hole with connection terminals provides a universal interface that can accommodate multiple types of intelligent modules, enabling the same structural design to support various functions (display, lighting, audio, massage) through module interchangeability
2Reliability
If multiple connection terminals are provided for power and signal transmission, then functional modules can be properly powered and controlled, but the risk of water ingress and electrical failure increases
Solution Approach 1:
A waterproof seal ring made of flexible material is disposed around the connection terminals within the installation hole, forming a protective barrier that prevents water from reaching the electrical contacts while allowing the terminals to maintain their electrical connection function
Solution Approach 2:
The waterproof seal ring acts as an intermediary element between the electrical connection terminals and the external water environment, isolating the electrical components from water exposure while maintaining the functionality of power and signal transmission
3Ease of operation
If the installation hole is designed for detachable modules, then module flexibility and maintenance become easier, but the connection reliability between terminals and contact points may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The connection terminals are designed to be elastically deformable, allowing them to dynamically adjust their position and shape during module insertion and removal, ensuring reliable electrical contact while maintaining ease of operation for detachable modules
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables flexible combination of modules like digital displays, lighting, audio, and massage functions, meeting diverse customer needs and ensuring reliable power and signal transmission while maintaining waterproof integrity.
Implementation Method 1
the multiple connection terminals are configured to elastically extend out of the hole wall of the installation hole and to be elastically retractable
Implementation Method 2
the sealing ring is pressed by the functional module
Implementation Method 3
the functional module is provided with an elastic positioning bead, and when the functional module is installed in the installation hole, the positioning bead may be elastically inserted into the positioning hole
Implementation Method 4
the fixation ring is in interference fit with the annular groove
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AI summary
The application discloses a water outlet device, a water outlet assembly, and a shower device. The water outlet device includes a water outlet main body (1), the water outlet main body (1) is provided with an installation hole (13), and the installation hole (13) is configured for detachably installing a functional module (3) having a predetermined function. A hole wall of the installation hole (13) is provided with multiple connection terminals (131) for contacting with docking contact points (31) on the functional module (3), and the connection terminals (131) are configured to supply power and/or transmit signals to the functional module (3). According to a technical solution provided by an embodiment of the present application, by detachably installing the functional module (3) in the installation hole (13), various functional modules (3) may be matched on the water outlet device as needed, so as to meet various functional requirements of customers for the water outlet device.