Movable Adaptor Connector Assembly for Terminal Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
The complexity of installing connector assemblies is increased due to the separate handling and positioning of service covers and second connector housings, which requires manual orientation and handling, making the process cumbersome.
Innovation Solution
A connector assembly design where a movable adaptor integrates the service cover, allowing it to be detachably mounted and move between positions to provide access for installation and protection, eliminating the need for separate handling and positioning of the service cover and second connector housing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the service cover and second connector housing are separate pieces requiring separate handling, then the terminals can be accessed for installation, but the installation process becomes complex and cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The service cover is integrated with the second connector housing to form a single unified component. This merging eliminates the need for separate handling of the cover and housing, thereby simplifying the installation process while maintaining the ability to access terminals when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated service cover and housing assembly includes movable components that allow the cover to be positioned in different states (open for access, closed for protection). This dynamic design enables easy access to terminals during installation while automatically providing protection when closed, reducing handling complexity.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If the service cover closes the opening to protect terminals from environmental conditions, then terminals are protected from rain and mud, but access to terminals for servicing is blocked
Solution Approach 1:
The service cover is designed as a movable component that can be easily opened to provide access to terminals for servicing and then closed to protect terminals from environmental conditions such as rain and mud. This dynamic positioning allows the same structure to fulfill both protective and accessible functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The service cover is designed as a separable component that can be independently opened or closed relative to the connector housing. This segmentation allows the cover to be moved to different positions (open or closed) depending on whether terminal access or environmental protection is needed, without affecting the integrity of the overall assembly.
Data Source
AI summary
A connector assembly is configured to mate a first connector housing. The connector assembly includes a second connector, a second terminal, a second connector housing, an adaptor and a cover. The second connector housing accommodates the second terminal and includes an opening for providing access to the second terminal. The adaptor is coupled to the second connector housing. The cover is detachably mounted to the adaptor, wherein the adaptor is movable between a first position and a second position. In the first position the cover is separated from the opening of the second connector housing so as to provide access to the first terminal and the second terminal. In the second position the cover is closes the opening of the second connector housing.