Universal Cable Anchor for Plug Connectors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing plug connectors are designed for specific cable types and require redesign and extensive testing when cable sizes or shapes change, leading to inefficiencies and increased costs.
Innovation Solution
A universal anchor member that can securely receive and accommodate various cable sizes and shapes using adhesive to axially, laterally, and rotationally lock the cables, allowing for compatibility without modifying the plug connector.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If plug connectors are designed for specific cable types, then connection reliability is improved, but adaptability to different cable sizes and shapes deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The anchor member is designed with a universal receiving region that can accommodate multiple cable types with different sizes and shapes. The receiving region's geometry allows it to function with various cable configurations while maintaining secure connections, eliminating the need for separate anchor members for each cable type.
Solution Approach 2:
The anchor member incorporates a receiving region with specific geometric features tailored to locally receive and secure cables. This localized design element provides the necessary cable retention capability while the rest of the anchor member structure remains standardized for use with different cable types.
2Adaptability or versatility
If plug connectors are redesigned to accommodate new cable types, then adaptability is improved, but manufacturing complexity and testing requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The anchor member is designed with a universal receiving region that can accommodate multiple cable types with different sizes and shapes. The receiving region's geometry allows it to function with various cable configurations while maintaining secure connections, eliminating the need for separate anchor members for each cable type.
Solution Approach 2:
The plug connector is divided into modular components, with the anchor member serving as a separate, standardized module that can be independently designed and manufactured. This segmentation allows the anchor member to be optimized for universal cable acceptance while the rest of the connector can be configured for specific applications without redesigning the entire assembly.
3Stability of the object's composition
If adhesive is dispensed to secure cables axially, laterally, and rotationally, then connection stability is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
Adhesive is introduced as an intermediary substance between the cable and the anchor member receiving region. The adhesive fills the interface between these components, providing stable bonding that secures the cable axially, laterally, and rotationally while accommodating minor variations in manufacturing dimensions.
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesive provides a change in the physical parameters of the interface between the cable and anchor member. By introducing a compliant bonding material, the system can accommodate variations in cable dimensions and receiving region geometry while maintaining secure connections through chemical bonding rather than precise mechanical fits.
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
Enables the use of the same anchor member with different cable types, reducing the need for frequent redesign and testing, and ensuring secure and reliable connections across a range of cable configurations.
Implementation Method 1
Adhesive, such as Loctite 3364, is dispensed at the receiving region and cured. The adhesive axially, laterally, and rotationally secures the one or more cables at the receiving region.
Data Source
AI summary
One or more cables are axially, laterally, and/or rotationally secured to an anchor member. A plug connector can be assembled to or around the anchor member. The anchor member also can be used to handle the cable prior to assembling the plug connector. A connectorization system for assembling plug connectors includes multiple types/sizes of cables; optionally types/sizes of plug bodies; and the anchor member sized and shaped to connect a selected one of any of the cables with any of the plug bodies of the connectorization system.