Sliding Receptacle Shell Layout for Simultaneous Connector Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
In electronic devices, the physical interference between connectors such as USB and HDMI ports in a limited space makes simultaneous connection impossible due to manufacturing and design tolerances, affecting usability and layout efficiency.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a sliding receptacle shell within the electronic device's main body, guided by a sliding structure, allows the shell to move perpendicular to the receptacle body, avoiding interference and enabling simultaneous connection of wider external connectors in the same layout space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple connectors are arranged in a limited space, then the device can support various connection ports, but physical interference occurs making simultaneous connection impossible
Solution Approach 1:
The receptacle shell is designed to be movable rather than fixed, allowing it to slide left and right within the receptacle body. This dynamic structure enables the receptacle shell to adjust its position to avoid physical interference with plugs, making simultaneous connection of multiple connectors possible while maintaining support for various connection ports
Solution Approach 2:
The invention introduces movement in a lateral dimension (left-right sliding) to the traditionally fixed receptacle structure. By adding this degree of freedom in the third direction perpendicular to the connection direction, the system can accommodate multiple connectors in limited space without interference
2Adaptability or versatility
If connectors are made wider to support various connection types, then connection capability is improved, but layout space increases making simultaneous connection difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The receptacle shell can slide laterally to create dynamic spacing between connectors. This allows wider connectors to be accommodated without permanently increasing the layout footprint, as the spacing is created through movement rather than fixed expansion of the device housing
Solution Approach 2:
The receptacle shell is nested within the receptacle body, allowing it to move independently within the allocated space. This nested structure enables the shell to adjust its position to accommodate wider connectors while maintaining compact overall device dimensions
3Ease of manufacture
If manufacturing tolerances are relaxed to improve assembly ease, then assembly speed increases, but connection precision deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The sliding mechanism provides dynamic adjustment capability that compensates for manufacturing tolerances. Even if components are assembled with slight misalignments, the receptacle shell can slide to achieve proper connection alignment, thereby maintaining connection precision while allowing easier assembly
Solution Approach 2:
The receptacle shell is pre-configured with sliding capability before final assembly. This preliminary design feature ensures that even with relaxed manufacturing tolerances, the connection alignment can be achieved through the sliding adjustment, preventing connection failures
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention may comprise: a body including a first plate facing a first direction, a second plate facing a second direction opposite to the first direction, and at least one printed circuit board; and at least one receptacle disposed at the body to be connected to an external connector, wherein the receptacle comprises: a receptacle body which is connected onto the printed circuit board; a receptacle shell to which the external connector is connected and which is slidable in the receptacle body in a third direction vertically facing each of the first and second directions; a guide device which guides the sliding movement of the receptacle shell; a molded member which is coupled to the receptacle shell and configures a connection position of the external connector; and a connection structure which electrically connects the receptacle shell and the receptacle body.