Storage Interface Module With Protruding Terminals
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional storage solutions, such as floppy disks and external USB card readers, face challenges in providing large storage capacity while being portable due to bulk size, and existing solutions like flash memory cards require external readers that are also bulky, making data transfer inconvenient.
Innovation Solution
A storage interface module with a compact structure is developed, comprising a substrate and a connecting member with terminal sets that allow the memory card to be assembled in a way that protrudes from the substrate, reducing volume and enabling convenient carrying, while also reducing manufacturing costs through simplified design and mass production.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a conventional hard disk is used to provide large storage capacity, then storage capacity is improved, but volume increases making it inconvenient for carrying
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the memory card and substrate into a single integrated storage interface module. The connecting member integrates both connection functions (first terminal set for substrate connection, second terminal set for memory card connection) into one component, eliminating the need for separate connection components and reducing overall volume while maintaining large storage capacity through the integrated memory card
2Adaptability or versatility
If an external USB card reader is used to access memory card data, then data transfer capability is improved, but volume increases making it inconvenient for carrying
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the card reader functionality directly into the substrate through the connecting member. The first terminal set on the substrate provides direct electrical connection to the memory card, eliminating the need for a separate external USB card reader. This integration maintains full data transfer capability while dramatically reducing volume for portable use
Solution Approach 2:
The substrate serves multiple functions: it provides structural support, electrical connections through the first terminal set, and data processing capabilities. The connecting member provides both mechanical connection and electrical connectivity. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate dedicated card reader devices
3Reliability
If a complex connection structure is used to assemble memory card and substrate, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines mechanical connection and electrical connection functions into a single integrating connecting member. The first terminal set and second terminal set are integrated into one component, simplifying the assembly process while ensuring reliable electrical connections between the substrate and memory card through a unified structure
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AI summary
A storage interface module including a substrate and a connecting member is provided. The substrate has a first surface, a second surface and a plurality of first openings. The first surface and the second surface are back to each other. Each of the first openings is connected through the first surface and the second surface. The connecting member is disposed on the first surface of the substrate. The connecting member has a first terminal set and a second terminal set, in which a first end of each of the terminals is connected to the first surface, and a second end of each of the terminals passes through the corresponding first opening and protrudes out of the second surface, and a third end of each of the terminals in the second terminal set is connected to the first surface.