Plug Connector Plate Unlocking Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing plug connector sets face challenges in simple and easy operation for unlocking and locking of plug connector parts, particularly due to the direct arrangement of unlocking mechanisms on the housing, which complicates handling and accessibility.
Innovation Solution
The unlocking part is arranged on a separate plate that is movable relative to the plate and has an unlocking section for abutment against the latching lug, allowing for secure locking and easy unlocking by displacing the latching lug between locking and unlocking positions, with embodiments featuring tapering unlocking sections and lever arms for efficient operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the unlocking mechanism is arranged directly on the housing, then the locking function is achieved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to complicated handling and accessibility
Solution Approach 1:
The unlocking mechanism is segmented from the housing structure and integrated onto a separate plate component. This plate can be moved independently relative to the housing, allowing the unlocking function to be operated separately from the main housing structure, thereby improving accessibility and ease of operation without complicating the overall device
Solution Approach 2:
The plate serves as an intermediary component between the user and the latching lug. By moving the plate, the user can access and manipulate the unlocking section to disengage the latching lug, providing a simplified interface that improves ease of operation while keeping the housing structure relatively simple
2Volume of moving object
If the plug connector parts are telescoped, then the compactness is improved, but the accessibility to the latching mechanism deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The plate is designed to project away from the first plug connector part in a direction perpendicular to the telescoping axis. This dimensional extension allows the unlocking mechanism to be accessed from the side rather than requiring access along the telescoping direction, maintaining compactness while improving accessibility
Solution Approach 2:
The protruding plate acts as an intermediary that extends the reach of the unlocking mechanism beyond the compact telescoped form. Users can access and manipulate the plate and its unlocking section without needing to access the deeply nested latching lug directly, thus maintaining compactness while enabling easy operation
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
This configuration simplifies the unlocking and locking process by allowing easy access and manipulation of the latching lug through the protruding plate, enhancing usability and accessibility, particularly when the plug connector parts are telescoped, facilitating secure engagement and disengagement with minimal force.
Implementation Method 1
the unlocking part has an unlocking section for abutment against the latching lug, allowing for secure locking and easy unlocking by displacing the latching lug between locking and unlocking positions
Implementation Method 2
In a first embodiment, a resilient latching lug is arranged on the housing of the first plug connector part
Data Source
AI summary
A plug connector set has first and second plug connector parts, an unlocking part and a plate. The first plug connector has at least one first contact element and a latching lug. The second plug connector part has at least one second contact element. An unlocking part is used to displace the latching lug out of a locking position into the unlocking position or for latching to the latching lug and locking the first and second plug connector part to each other. A plate is adjacent to the latching lug and projects away from the first plug connector part.