Multi-Probe Electrical Testing Device with Rotating Holder

Resolve Bottlenecks,
Find Innovative Solutions
Generate Solutions

Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional electrical testing devices can only test products with a single specification at a time, requiring manual disassembly and replacement of probe sets, which is time-consuming and laborious for handling multiple testing specifications.

Innovation Solution

An electrical testing device with a base, platform, support, test arms, rotary tables, holders, and multiple probe sets that allow for movement and rotation to accommodate different testing specifications, enabling contact with tested portions at various angles and distances.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a conventional electrical testing device uses a single probe set configuration, then the device structure remains simple, but it can only test products with one single testing specification at once and cannot handle tasks of multiple testing specifications

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting specification adaptabilityVSAvoiddevice structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic configurability through motorized rotation of the probe set holder and automated selection mechanisms. The holder can rotate to different angular positions, and probe sets can be automatically selected and positioned based on the required testing specification, transforming a static single-configuration device into a dynamic multi-configuration system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates a universal testing device that can handle multiple testing specifications by incorporating a plurality of probe sets with different configurations. The system is designed to accommodate various probe set types and arrangements, enabling one device to perform multiple testing functions that would otherwise require separate dedicated devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If manual disassembly and replacement of probe sets is performed to test products with different specifications, then the device can handle multiple testing specifications, but the process becomes time-consuming and laborious

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting specification flexibilityVSAvoidprobe set replacement time
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements self-service through automated probe set selection and positioning systems. The device automatically selects the appropriate probe set from the holder based on the required testing specification and positions it without manual intervention. This eliminates the need for operators to manually disassemble and replace probe sets, significantly reducing replacement time and labor requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-arranging multiple probe sets in the rotating holder in specific positions corresponding to different testing specifications. The system pre-configures the available probe sets before testing begins, allowing rapid automated selection and switching during operation without requiring manual reconfiguration for each specification change.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Productivity

If multiple probe sets are incorporated with movement and rotation capabilities, then the device can accommodate different testing specifications efficiently, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting efficiencyVSAvoidmechanism complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the probe set system into modular components: a holder unit, multiple independently positionable probe sets, rotation mechanisms, and selection systems. Each probe set can be independently selected and positioned, allowing the complex functionality to be broken down into manageable modular segments that work together to achieve high testing efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS9523708B2Electrical testing device
Publication Date: 2016.12.20 MPI CORP
  • US9523708B2 patent drawing
  • US9523708B2 patent drawing
  • US9523708B2 patent drawing

AI summary

An electrical testing device includes a base having two parallel first rails, a platform provided on the base, a support provided between the first rails, a test arm, a rotary table provided on the test arm, a plurality of holders provided on the rotary table, and a plurality of probe sets respectively provided on the holders. The support has a second rail provided thereon, and is moveable relative to the base and the platform. The test arm is provided on the second rail and above the platform, wherein the test arm is moveable along with the support, and is also movable relative to the support. The rotary table is moveable or rotatable relative to the test arm. The holders are moveable along with the rotary table, and are also moveable or rotatable relative to the rotary table. The probe sets are moveable along with the holders.