Push-Pull Connector with Movable Sleeve and Latching Hook
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional connector systems are incompatible, limiting their use to only one system at a time, as they cannot be used simultaneously in devices requiring vibration-proof and secure connections against unintentional loosening.
Innovation Solution
A connector system with a plug and plug connector featuring a movable sleeve element and lances with latching hooks that form a form-fitting connection, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly, and a thread with depressed areas for secure alignment, enabling both push-pull and screw-type connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional connector systems use thread or nut for secure connection, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate due to requiring additional components and assembly steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the securing function and locking function into a single integrated connector body design. The first connector body includes integrated features that provide both secure attachment and locking without requiring separate nuts or additional components, thus reducing device complexity while maintaining connection reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector is designed with self-securing and self-locking capabilities. The first connector body has integrated features that automatically secure and lock the second connector body upon insertion, eliminating the need for additional fastening operations or components. This self-service mechanism reduces assembly steps while ensuring reliable connection.
2Reliability
If connector systems are designed for secure vibration-proof connection, then connection reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficulty in assembly and disassembly
Solution Approach 1:
The connector incorporates a dynamic locking mechanism where the locking feature can transition between locked and unlocked states. The second connector body can be easily inserted and locked by pushing it into the first connector body, and can be easily removed by actuating the actuating element. This dynamic design provides vibration-proof connection during operation while maintaining ease of assembly and disassembly when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The actuating element serves as an intermediary mechanism that controls the locking feature. By actuating this element, the locking feature can be easily engaged or disengaged, providing a simple interface for the user to control the secure connection state without requiring complex operations for assembly and disassembly.
3Reliability
If connector systems use locking mechanisms for secure connection, then connection reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficulty in release
Solution Approach 1:
The actuating element serves as an intermediary that controls the locking feature. When the actuating element is actuated, it causes the locking feature to disengage from the retention configuration. This provides a simple, easy-to-operate release mechanism while maintaining secure locked connection during normal operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking mechanism is designed to be dynamic rather than static. The locking feature can easily transition between engaged and disengaged states through actuation of the actuating element. This dynamic design ensures secure connection during operation while allowing easy release when needed, without requiring excessive force or complex release procedures.
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 connector system provides a secure, vibration-proof connection that can be easily assembled and disassembled, accommodating various connection types and ensuring compatibility with different systems, enhancing usability in industrial and automotive applications.
Implementation Method 1
a latching hook which can undercut a holding configuration formed on a plug in such a way that, in a plugged-in position of the plug connector and the plug, the plug connector and the plug are positively connected in a form-fitting manner
Implementation Method 2
by means of a relative movement of the sleeve element to the lance, the lifting configuration can engage with the displacement configuration, whereby the lance is elastically displaceable radially outwards
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AI summary
The invention relates to a connector (10), in particular a push-pull connector, with a receiving area for receiving a connection area of a complementary plug (46), wherein the connector (46) has at least one lance (38) and a sleeve element (48) movable relative to the lance (38), wherein the sleeve element (48) substantially encloses the receiving area and the lance (38) at least partially, wherein a locking hook (40) for undercutting a retention configuration (44) of the complementary plug (46) and a displacement configuration (42) are formed on the lance (38), and wherein the sleeve element (48) has at least one lifting configuration (52) and the lifting configuration (52) interacts with the displacement configuration (42) in such a way that, when the sleeve element (48) moves relative to the lance (38), the lance (38) can be elastically displaced radially outwards.