Object Detection Device Shielding Connectors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Object detection devices with cable connectors are restricted in orientation and location, leading to reduced reliability and user workability due to the need for multiple cable configurations and potential exposure of unused connectors, requiring additional parts for installation changes.
Innovation Solution
An object detection device with a detachable member that allows the cable to be drawn out in multiple directions, featuring a dual connector system that shields connectors from the outside and eliminates the need for additional lids or parts, regardless of installation configuration changes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple enclosure-side connectors are provided for different installation configurations, then adaptability is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to potential exposure of unused connectors
Solution Approach 1:
The detachable member enables dynamic reconfiguration of the connector system. By allowing the user to attach only the necessary enclosure-side connector based on the specific installation configuration, the system adapts to different scenarios while ensuring that all connectors remain properly shielded through the detachable member's covering function, thus maintaining both adaptability and reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The connector system is segmented into multiple detachable enclosure-side connectors and a detachable member. This segmentation allows each connector to be independently managed and attached only when needed for a specific installation orientation, preventing exposure issues while maintaining adaptability across different mounting configurations
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple cable-side components are provided for different installation configurations, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
A single cable-side component is designed to work with multiple enclosure-side connectors through the detachable member mechanism. This universal cable-side component can connect to different enclosure-side connectors depending on the installation configuration, eliminating the need for multiple specialized cable-side components and reducing overall device complexity while maintaining adaptability
3Reliability
If additional lids are provided to shield unused connectors, then reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to potential installation errors
Solution Approach 1:
The shielding function previously separated into distinct lids is merged into the detachable member itself. The detachable member integrates both the cable-drawn portion and the shielding cover into a single unified component, eliminating the need for separate lids and reducing the risk of installation errors while maintaining connector protection
Data Source
AI summary
To prevent shielding reliability from the outside and operator's workability from lowering, an object detection device is provided with an enclosure having first and second extension surfaces. At a virtual crossing point, the first and second extension surfaces, which are extended from first and second surfaces of the enclosure, virtually crosses with each other, the enclosure has an opposing portion with first and second enclosure-side connectors. A detachable member has a cable-side connector and a cable-drawn portion. A cable is drawn from the cable-drawn portion. The detachable member is selectively and detachably connected to the opposing portion in a selected direction facing the first or second surface, using the first or second enclosure-side connector. In the attached state, the detachable member shields all the connectors from the outside.