Sealed Anchor Adapter for Reliable Sensor Data Connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for electrically connecting solid anchor systems to data handling systems are complex, expensive, and fail to provide reliable electrical connections under harsh environmental conditions.
Innovation Solution
An adapter with a first sleeve assembly and a second sleeve assembly, featuring internal and external threads, seals, and electrical connections, allows for a simple and reliable electrical connection of a solid anchor system to a data handling system, ensuring protection against environmental influences.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing systems are used for electrically connecting solid anchor systems to data handling systems, then electrical connection is achieved, but the system becomes complex and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter is divided into two separate sleeve assemblies: a first sleeve assembly that screws onto the anchor and a second sleeve assembly that contains the electrical connections. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and simplifies the overall system architecture while maintaining reliable electrical connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter acts as an intermediary component between the solid anchor system and the data handling system. It provides a standardized interface that simplifies the connection process and reduces system complexity by abstracting the electrical connection details.
2Reliability
If existing systems are used for electrically connecting solid anchor systems, then connection is established, but the cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the adapter into two separate sleeve assemblies, the manufacturing process is simplified. Each assembly can be produced independently using standard machining processes, reducing tooling costs and enabling modular assembly that lowers overall manufacturing complexity and cost.
Solution Approach 2:
The design uses standard thread parameters and common electrical connection configurations that can be manufactured using existing production capabilities. This avoids the need for specialized or custom manufacturing processes, thereby reducing costs while maintaining connection reliability.
3Ease of operation
If existing systems are used for electrical connection, then connection is achieved, but the adapter cannot withstand harsh environmental conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The first sleeve assembly is inserted into the second sleeve assembly, creating a nested structure. This nested design provides multiple levels of protection against environmental factors such as moisture and dust, while the simple screw-on installation process maintains ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The sleeve assemblies incorporate sealing elements that create flexible barriers against environmental contaminants. These seals protect the electrical connections while allowing for thermal expansion and contraction, ensuring durability in harsh conditions without complicating the installation process.
Data Source
AI summary
An adapter is described for at least electrically connecting a solid anchor system, in particular a rock or stone or building anchor system, to a data handling system, wherein the solid anchor system comprises an anchor for at least partially introducing into the solid and at least one sensor, wherein the anchor has an external thread and electrical contact regions of the sensor at least at an end part of the anchor which is not to be introduced into the solid, wherein the adapter comprises: a first sleeve assembly with an internal thread for screwing onto the external thread of the anchor, in particular from the end part of the anchor which is not to be introduced into the solid; a second sleeve assembly which has electrical connections exposed in an interior space of the second sleeve assembly in order to contact the electrical contact regions on the anchor in a state installed at the anchor; wherein the first sleeve assembly is rotatable relative to the second sleeve assembly in a state not installed at the anchor and wherein the interior space is sealed against the surrounding medium in the state installed at the anchor, wherein the anchor is screwed to the first sleeve assembly in particular in the state installed at the anchor.