Multi-Direction Rotation Storage Device Connector
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic storage devices with rotating connectors face issues of loose connections and complex structures, which compromise the protection of USB connectors and hinder production efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A design featuring a cover with a polygonal positioning section and a main body with cooperating portions that allow for multi-directional rotation and deformation, providing effective protection to the electrical connector through a simple and efficient structure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a single body type rotary cover is used to protect the USB connector, then the connector is protected to some extent, but the connection between the main body and rotary cover becomes loose over time causing relative rotation
Solution Approach 1:
The cover is divided into a rotary cover and a positioning cover that work together. The positioning cover with polygonal positioning sections provides stable positioning, while the rotary cover can rotate to protect the connector. This segmentation prevents the loosening problem of single-body designs.
Solution Approach 2:
The positioning section of the positioning cover is received within the receiving space of the main body, with cooperating portions fitting into positioning sections. This nested structure ensures stable connection without relative rotation while allowing the rotary cover to function independently for protection.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a U-shape metal ring rotating structure is used, then rotation and allocation functionality is achieved, but the structure becomes complex reducing production efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The rotary cover is designed to rotate relative to the positioning cover, providing dynamic protection capability. The rotation allows the connector to be protected in different orientations, achieving versatility without complex mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotary cover acts as a flexible protective element that can rotate and adapt to different positions. This simple shell structure provides the needed adaptability without requiring complex rotating mechanisms like U-shape metal rings.
3Productivity
If the cover structure is simplified for easier manufacturing, then production efficiency improves, but the protection capability and connection stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
Dividing the cover into modular components (rotary cover and positioning cover) simplifies manufacturing of each part while maintaining overall reliability through their cooperative design. The polygonal positioning sections provide inherent stability without complex assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The polygonal positioning sections and cooperating portions create a self-positioning mechanism that automatically maintains stable connection without requiring additional fastening components. This self-service feature ensures reliability while keeping the structure simple for efficient production.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution ensures prolonged service life of the electronic storage device by maintaining a secure connection and simplifying the manufacturing process, while allowing for versatile rotation angles and protection of the USB connector interface.
Implementation Method 1
The main body is capable of rotating relative to the cover with the at least one cooperating portion rotating along the polygonal edge of the positioning section and being compressed by the positioning section to produce deformation.
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic storage device for connecting with a host system in accordance with the present invention includes a cover having a body section and a protection section bending from one end of the body section, and a main body having an electrical connector with an interface and defining a receiving space. The body section forms a positioning section of polygonal shape at the other end of the cover. The main body includes at least one cooperating portion disposed in the receiving space and having a flat cooperating surface. The body section of the cover covers the main body with the protection section covering the interface of the electrical connector to protect the interface. The positioning section is received in the receiving space of the main body and the main body is capable of rotating relative to the cover with the at least one cooperating portion rotating along the polygonal edge of the positioning section and being compressed by the positioning section to produce deformation.