Tapered Ground Strap Shield Connector Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for connecting ground shields of cables are labor-intensive and difficult, and require a large inventory of connectors to accommodate variously configured ground shields, making it challenging to maintain continuity efficiently.
Innovation Solution
A ground strap shield connector with a tapered body member and cap, featuring threaded portions, is used to connect ground shields between insulation layers, allowing for quick and easy assembly and accommodating different configurations and sizes of ground shields through a clamping mechanism.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional methods are used to connect ground shields, then electrical continuity is maintained, but the process becomes labor-intensive and difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is divided into distinct components: a body member with a tapered portion, a cap member with a corresponding tapered interior surface, and a ground strap. These segmented parts can be assembled in a simplified sequence compared to conventional methods, reducing operational complexity and time
Solution Approach 2:
The connector assembly acts as an intermediary device between two ground shields. The body member and cap member with their tapered surfaces provide a mediating interface that simplifies the connection process, eliminating the need for complex twisting and terminal lug assembly operations
2Adaptability or versatility
If various types of ground shield connectors are used to accommodate different ground shield configurations, then all ground shield types can be connected, but inventory complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is designed with universal adaptability through its tapered body member and cap member geometry. The tapered surfaces can accommodate various ground shield configurations (flat, round, foil, different thicknesses) within a single connector design, eliminating the need for multiple specialized connector types
Solution Approach 2:
The connector accommodates different ground shield parameters (shape, size, thickness) through its tapered geometric design. The varying taper angles and dimensions allow the same connector to adapt to different ground shield configurations without requiring changes to the connector type
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables rapid and secure electrical connection of ground shields, accommodating various configurations and sizes, reducing the complexity and inventory requirements for connectors, and ensuring reliable continuity between cables.
Implementation Method 1
The ground shield of the first cable is disposed between the first and second tapered portions of the body member and the cap member when the first and second threaded portions are engaged
Implementation Method 2
A cap member has a second tapered portion and a second threaded portion on an inner surface thereof
Data Source
AI summary
A ground strap shield connection includes a body member disposed between an insulation layer and a ground shield of a first cable. The body member has a first tapered portion and a first threaded portion on an outer surface thereof. A cap member has a second tapered portion and a second threaded portion on an inner surface thereof. The ground shield of the first cable is disposed between the first and second tapered portions of the body member and the cap member when the first and second threaded portions are engaged. A ground strap has a first end connected to the cap member and a second end connectable to another ground strap of another ground strap shield connector connected to a second cable.