Pivoting Connection Member for Signal Lines
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional connection members for signal lines in electronic devices are labor-intensive and time-consuming to engage and disengage, lacking design features for labor-saving or assistant construction.
Innovation Solution
A connection member design comprising a fore connection member with engaging-disengaging members and a rear connection member, featuring pivoting mechanisms and snap-fitting portions that allow for easy insertion and disengagement through a lever principle, reducing manual effort and improving convenience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional connection members are used for signal lines, then the connection structure is simple, but the engagement and disengagement processes are labor-intensive and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The engaging-disengaging members are designed as pivotable components that can dynamically change their position and orientation. When pivoted, these members automatically engage with the protrusions on the rear connection member during insertion, and can be easily disengaged by pivoting back, transforming a static manual connection process into a dynamic automatic engagement mechanism
Solution Approach 2:
The connection members are designed to perform self-engagement during the insertion process. The pivotable engaging-disengaging members automatically snap into the protrusions on the rear connection member without requiring additional manual operations, making the system serve itself during the critical engagement phase
2Ease of operation
If conventional connection members are used, then the structure is simple, but manual effort is required for both engagement and disengagement
Solution Approach 1:
The connection member is divided into distinct functional segments: the fore connection member body, the rear connection member body, and multiple independent engaging-disengaging members with protrusions. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, with the pivotable members handling engagement while the bodies provide structural support
Solution Approach 2:
The engaging-disengaging members incorporate pivotable joints that enable dynamic movement. This dynamic capability allows the members to automatically transition between engaged and disengaged states through simple pivoting motions, reducing the manual effort required compared to static connection mechanisms
3Ease of operation
If pivotable engaging-disengaging members are added to the fore connection member, then engagement convenience is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The fore connection member is segmented into the main body and separate pivotable engaging-disengaging members. This segmentation allows the complex pivotable mechanism to be added as modular components rather than integrating complexity into the entire structure, making the design more manageable and maintainable
Solution Approach 2:
The engaging-disengaging members feature circular arc abutting portions that work with the pivotable joints to create smooth, curved motion paths. This curvature design enables the members to pivot easily along arc trajectories during engagement and disengagement, reducing mechanical resistance and improving operational smoothness
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The design enables efficient and labor-saving engagement and disengagement of connection members, enhancing product quality by simplifying the process and reducing time and effort required.
Implementation Method 1
A distance from the operating end to the pivoting end is larger than a distance from the abutting end to the pivoting end
Implementation Method 2
The abutting end is provided with a circular arc abutting portion comprising a circular arc abutting surface, and the circular arc abutting surface is smoothly connected to the recess
Implementation Method 3
The hook portion of each of the engaging-disengaging members of the fore connection member is correspondingly snap-fitted in the snap-fitting portion of each of the protrusions of the rear connection member
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AI summary
A fore connection member, comprising a fore connection member body and engaging-disengaging members. The engaging-disengaging members are pivoted to side surfaces of the fore connection member body respectively, and each comprise a recess, a grab, an operating end, an abutting end and a pivoting end. The engaging-disengaging members each have the pivoting end thereof pivoted to a corresponding one of the side surfaces and pivots about the fore connection member body. The operating end and the abutting end are disposed at two sides of the pivoting end respectively, the grab is provided with a hook portion facing the abutting end, and a circular arc abutting portion disposed at the abutting end comprises a circular arc abutting surface smoothly connected to the recess. A rear connection member for use with the fore connection member and a connection member comprising the fore connection member and the rear connection member are also provided.