Support Element Arrangement for Vertical Sensor Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing support element arrangements in vehicle manufacturing face challenges in positioning electronic components vertically with minimal angular deviations and spatial efficiency, particularly in small and irregularly shaped installation spaces, which affects the accuracy of sensors like rotation-rate and acceleration sensors.
Innovation Solution
A support element arrangement where the second support element is positioned vertically relative to the first main extension plane, with a fastening system using connecting pins and pinch ribs for precise alignment, and electrically conductive connections via angular contacts, allowing for compact design and minimal angular deviations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If electronic components are positioned vertically relative to the first support element, then measuring accuracy is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The second support element is positioned within the first support element structure, with the second support element intersecting the first main extension plane. This nested configuration allows vertical positioning of sensors while maintaining a compact overall structure that can be manufactured using standard methods.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from planar positioning to three-dimensional vertical positioning by having the second support element extend perpendicular to the first main extension plane. This dimensional change enables sensors to be positioned vertically for improved measurement accuracy while the intersecting configuration maintains manufacturing simplicity.
2Volume of moving object
If the second support element is surrounded by the first support element, then spatial requirements are reduced, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The second support element is nested within the first support element structure, with the first support element surrounding the second support element. This nesting reduces the overall spatial footprint while the precise intersecting configuration minimizes angular deviations through geometric constraints.
Solution Approach 2:
The configuration creates an asymmetric arrangement where the second support element intersects the first main extension plane at a defined angle. This asymmetric geometry provides stable angular relationships that reduce manufacturing precision requirements while maintaining compact spatial requirements.
3Ease of manufacture
If standard manufacturing methods are used, then manufacturing cost is reduced, but positioning precision may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The support element arrangement is divided into separate first and second support elements that can be manufactured independently using standard methods. This segmentation allows each element to be produced with standard tolerances, reducing cost, while the assembly configuration ensures proper positioning through geometric constraints.
Solution Approach 2:
The first and second support elements serve multiple functions: they provide mechanical support, define precise angular relationships, and enable vertical sensor positioning. This multi-functionality allows standard manufacturing methods to achieve both cost-effectiveness and positioning precision through the versatile support element design.
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AI summary
A support element arrangement for an electronic component includes a first support element and a second support element, the first support element being configured perpendicularly to the second support element and having a first main extension plane, and, in addition, the first support element having a first recess, the first recess at least partially surrounding the second support element in the first main extension plane.