Sheet Wiring Structure With Hole-Based Wire Splicing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing methods fail to efficiently connect electrical wires in a specific position on a sheet-like structure, lacking a straightforward and reliable solution for wire connection.

Innovation Solution

A wiring member comprising at least one first cover wire, one second cover wire, and a sheet with formed holes, where the connection part between the core wires is located within the holes, allowing for easy connection and potential welding without the need for additional connection components, and featuring insulation cover parts to prevent short circuits.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If electrical wires are connected in a specific position on a sheet-like structure, then the connection reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases due to the need for additional connection components

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconnection reliabilityVSAvoidconnection component complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the connection function directly into the sheet-like structure by forming holes through the sheet at specific positions. This eliminates the need for separate connection components, as the holes themselves serve as the connection interface for core wires, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining connection reliability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The holes formed in the sheet act as intermediaries that facilitate the connection between core wires. Instead of using complex connection components, the holes provide a simple intermediary structure that enables reliable wire connection while keeping the overall device simple

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If connection components are added to connect electrical wires, then the connection reliability is improved, but the thickness of the wiring member increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewire connection reliabilityVSAvoidwiring member thickness
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLength of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The connection function is merged into the sheet structure itself through the formation of holes. This eliminates the need for additional connection components that would increase thickness, allowing reliable wire connections to be made while maintaining a compact, thin wiring member profile

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Reliability

If additional connection components are used, then the connection reliability is improved, but the number of parts increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconnection reliabilityVSAvoidnumber of parts
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the connection function with the sheet-like structure by forming holes through it. This integration eliminates the need for separate connection components, thereby reducing the total number of parts while ensuring reliable electrical wire connections

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The sheet-like structure serves multiple functions: it provides structural support, defines the form factor, and through the formed holes, enables wire connections. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional specialized components, decreasing the overall part count

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

4Length of stationary object

If the wiring member is made thinner, then the compactness is improved, but the risk of short circuits increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewiring member thicknessVSAvoidshort circuit risk
Core Design Contradiction:
Length of stationary objectVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by providing insulation cover parts at specific locations where core wires connect through the holes. This localized insulation protection addresses the short circuit risk only where it is needed, allowing the overall wiring member to remain thin while maintaining safety

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

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

Enables easy and reliable connection of electrical wires in specific positions on a sheet, reducing the thickness of the wiring member and minimizing the risk of short circuits while maintaining a flat configuration.

Implementation Method 1

The core wires may be welded in the connection part

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectWelding: Welding

Data Source

PatentUS12131843B2Wiring member
Publication Date: 2024.10.29 AUTONETWORKS TECH LTD
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AI summary

A wiring member includes: at least one first cover wire; at least one second cover wire; and a first sheet to which at least the first cover wire is fixed. A first hole is formed in the first sheet. A connection part where a core wire of the first cover wire and a core wire of the second cover wire are connected is located in a region where the first hole is formed.