Power Supply Connector Segmentation Eliminates Busbar
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Solution Overview
Problem
High-voltage AC power systems require flexible and cost-effective power supply connectors to connect multiple subsystems, as existing solutions using busbars are inflexible and costly due to the need for a smooth surface and linear connection.
Innovation Solution
A power supply connector design featuring a housing with positive and negative conductive terminals that connect directly to wires and mating connectors, eliminating the need for a busbar connection, thereby enhancing flexibility and reducing production costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If a busbar is used to connect power supply to multiple subsystems, then power supply capability is improved, but system flexibility deteriorates and production cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The invention divides the traditional busbar connection system into independent power supply connectors, each capable of connecting to the power supply wire independently. This segmentation allows each connector to be positioned flexibly without requiring a continuous busbar structure, thereby improving system flexibility while maintaining power supply capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention extracts the connection function from the busbar system by using independent power supply connectors with conductive terminals that directly connect to the power supply wire. This eliminates the requirement for a physical busbar structure, enabling flexible arrangement of subsystems and reducing production costs associated with busbar fabrication and installation.
2Productivity
If a busbar is used for power distribution, then centralized power supply is achieved, but system complexity and production cost increase due to smooth surface requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The invention removes the busbar component entirely from the system by using independent power supply connectors that attach directly to the power supply wire. This extraction eliminates the manufacturing complexity associated with creating smooth busbar surfaces and reduces production costs while maintaining centralized power supply capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention replaces the expensive, precision-manufactured busbar with simpler, more cost-effective power supply connectors that can be easily manufactured and installed. These connectors achieve the same power distribution function without requiring costly smooth surface processing or complex busbar fabrication.
3Productivity
If power supply connectors are connected in a line to the busbar, then power distribution is achieved, but system adaptability deteriorates due to linear connection requirement
Solution Approach 1:
The invention segments the power distribution system into independent connectors that can be positioned anywhere along the power supply wire without requiring linear arrangement. Each connector operates independently, allowing subsystems to be arranged in three-dimensional space rather than being constrained to a linear busbar configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from the one-dimensional linear connection constraint of busbar systems to three-dimensional spatial flexibility by allowing power supply connectors to attach to the power supply wire from different directions and positions. This enables subsystems to be arranged in multiple dimensions rather than being restricted to a single line.
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AI summary
A power supply connector adapted to be connected to a power supply and a mating electrical connector comprises a housing, a positive conductive terminal positioned in the housing, and a negative conductive terminal positioned in the housing. The positive conductive terminal is electrically connected to a positive wire of the power supply and a mating positive terminal of the mating electrical connector. The positive conductive terminal is positioned between a first surface of a tongue of the housing and a first inner wall of the housing. The negative conductive terminal is electrically connected to a negative wire of the power supply and a mating negative terminal of the mating electrical connector. The negative conductive terminal is positioned between a second surface of the tongue and a second inner wall of the housing.