Fixture for T-CON Board Upgrading with Adjustable Probe
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for upgrading T-CON boards require manual alignment and stabilization, leading to potential poor contact between probes and the board, which decreases the success rate of the upgrading process.
Innovation Solution
A fixture with a base, limit mechanism, and adjustable probe assembly that allows for precise alignment and stabilization of the T-CON board, enabling the probe assembly to be adjusted perpendicular to the board for secure contact with upgrading lead ports without manual operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual alignment method is used, then operator can hold fixture and insert probe, but contact stability between probe and T-CON board deteriorates leading to poor contact
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical alignment system with an automated positioning system that uses a fixed fixture structure and guide rails to automatically guide the probe assembly into precise alignment with the T-CON board's lead ports, eliminating operator-dependent manual alignment and ensuring stable contact
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs a disposable or easily replaceable probe assembly that can be quickly changed if contact issues occur, rather than relying on manual repositioning of expensive or complex equipment, thereby maintaining operational simplicity while ensuring contact reliability
2Adaptability or versatility
If probe is manually held by operator, then flexibility is maintained, but probe stability deteriorates causing wobbling during upgrading process
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the upgrading system into two independent parts: a stable fixed fixture structure that provides support and positioning, and a separate probe assembly that can be independently adjusted or replaced. This segmentation allows the fixture to maintain stability while the probe assembly retains operational flexibility
Solution Approach 2:
The patent incorporates adjustable components in the probe assembly that allow dynamic positioning and adaptation to different T-CON board configurations, while the overall fixture structure remains static and stable, combining the benefits of both rigidity and adaptability
3Manufacturing precision
If adjustable probe assembly is installed on base, then positioning precision is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the fixture base with multi-functional capabilities: it provides support for the T-CON board, houses the adjustable probe assembly, incorporates guide rails for positioning, and includes limiting mechanisms. This universal design achieves precise positioning without requiring multiple separate devices, thereby controlling complexity
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is a fixture including: a base including a bearing surface for bearing a T-CON board, and a limit mechanism for limiting displacement of the T-CON board in a direction parallel to the bearing surface; and a probe assembly for jointing with an upgrading lead port of the T-CON board, wherein the probe assembly is installed on the base and has an adjustable relative position with the bearing surface in a direction perpendicular to the bearing surface. When in upgrading, the T-CON board is arranged on the bearing surface of the base firstly, the position of the T-CON board is fixed by the limit mechanism, and the probe assembly is aligned with the upgrading lead port of the T-CON board, and is adjusted and moved in the direction perpendicular to the bearing surface so as to joint with the upgraded lead port of the T-CON board.