Signal Communication Socket With Elastic Member for Cable Fixing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing signal communication sockets require additional restriction members like cable ties for fixing plugs or cables of different sizes, increasing operational complexity and reducing reliability over time, making disassembly difficult and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A signal communication socket with an elastic member that is detachably inserted into a slot within the socket housing, allowing it to extend and position against a first wall surface, simplifying the detachment and assembly of signal lines by enhancing stability and reliability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If additional restriction members such as cable ties or clamps are used to fasten plugs or cables, then the fixing reliability is improved, but the device complexity and operational complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the restriction member directly into the socket housing structure, merging two separate components (socket housing and restriction member) into a single integrated structure. This eliminates the need for separate cable ties or clamps while maintaining the fixing function, thereby improving reliability without increasing device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The socket housing is designed to serve multiple functions: it provides structural support, guides signal lines, and incorporates the restriction member function directly into its structure. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for additional specialized restriction members, reducing both structural complexity and operational complexity while maintaining reliable fixation
2Stability of the object's composition
If restriction members such as cable ties are used to fasten plugs or cables, then the positioning stability is improved, but the ease of operation for disassembly deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The restriction member is designed with flexible material properties that allow it to dynamically adapt between a constrained state (when fixing the plug or cable) and an released state (when disassembly is needed). This dynamic characteristic enables easy manual deformation for disassembly while maintaining stable positioning during normal use
Solution Approach 2:
The restriction member utilizes changes in its physical parameters (flexibility, elasticity) to achieve different functional states. By designing the material and structural parameters appropriately, the restriction member can provide strong positioning stability during assembly while allowing easy manual manipulation for disassembly without requiring tools
3Stability of the object's composition
If restriction members are used to firmly position plugs or cables, then the connection stability is improved, but the ease of manufacture deteriorates due to additional components
Solution Approach 1:
The restriction member is integrated into the socket housing as a unified structure, eliminating the need for separate manufacturing and assembly processes for additional restriction components. This merging simplifies the manufacturing process while maintaining connection stability through the integrated design
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The elastic member simplifies the detachment of signal lines, improves connection stability, and increases the versatility of the socket for connecting different-sized plugs and cables, reducing the need for additional tools and minimizing damage during disassembly.
Implementation Method 1
The elastic member is detachably inserted into the slot. The elastic member abuts against the first wall surface through elastic extension when no external force is applied
Data Source
AI summary
A signal communication socket for connecting a signal line includes a socket housing defining a signal line channel therein and a slot thereon to communicate with the signal line channel, the slot having at least a first wall surface, and an elastic member detachably inserted into the slot, the elastic member abutting against the first wall surface through elastic extension when no external force is applied, thereby being positioned at the socket housing, wherein one side of the elastic member toward the signal line channel defines a part of a periphery of the signal line channel.