Multi-Plane Data Cable Connector for Shorter Assembly Length
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connectors for data cables are excessively long, which is disadvantageous for various applications.
Innovation Solution
A connector design with contact elements and receiving openings arranged in multiple planes intersecting the longitudinal axis perpendicularly, allowing the data cable to be guided at an angle through the connector, reducing its length while increasing its height, and incorporating a shield removal spring and strain relief device for secure assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If contact elements and receiving openings are arranged in a single plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, then the connector structure is simple, but the connector length becomes excessively long
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dimensionality change by arranging contact elements and receiving openings in multiple planes perpendicular to the longitudinal axis instead of a single plane. This transforms the connector from a one-dimensional linear arrangement to a multi-dimensional spatial structure, allowing the data cable to be guided at angles through the connector body, thereby reducing the overall longitudinal length while maintaining functional simplicity.
2Length of moving object
If the data cable is guided straight through the connector, then the connector length is reduced, but the cable routing becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent resolves this contradiction by introducing angular guidance paths in multiple planes. The data cable is guided at approximately 90° angles through the opening in the charging piece, transitioning from a straight longitudinal path to an angular multi-plane path. This spatial reconfiguration reduces connector length while providing clear, structured cable routing instructions.
3Length of moving object
If contact elements are arranged in multiple planes, then the connector height increases, but the connector length decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent deliberately accepts the trade-off of increased height (transverse dimension) to achieve reduced length (longitudinal dimension). By distributing contact elements across multiple planes and guiding the cable through angular paths, the connector achieves a more compact longitudinal profile suitable for various applications, while the increased height provides necessary spatial separation for cable routing.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a connector (10) for data cables (80) comprising a housing (20), connector contacts (34), and a contact carrier (30) on which contact elements (33) for connecting conductors (82) of the data cable (80) are arranged, wherein each contact element (33) is electrically connected to each connector contact (34), a charging piece (40) with receiving channels (41) for the conductors (82) of the data cable (80), wherein each receiving channel (41) is penetrated by a receiving opening (42), and wherein the charging piece (40) can be placed on the contact carrier (30) such that the contact elements (33) come to lie in the receiving openings (42), and a longitudinal axis (l), wherein the contact elements (33) and the receiving openings (42) are arranged in at least two spaced-apart planes (E1, E2, E3, E4) which define the longitudinal axis (l). preferably arranged to cut essentially perpendicularly,wherein the loading element (40) has a first side (40a) and a second side (40b), wherein the receiving channels (41) are arranged on the second side (40b), and wherein a support surface (43) for the data cable (80) is arranged on the first side (40a), and wherein in the loading element (40) viewed in the direction of the longitudinal axis (l) between the two planes (E1, E2, E3, E4) an opening (44) for the passage of the conductors (82) of the data cable (80) from the first side (40a) to the second side (40b) is arranged.