Universal Jack Opening for Cross-Compatible Telecom Connectors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing telecommunications connectors, such as keystone, M-series, and SL-series jacks, are not cross-compatible due to differing latch systems, requiring separate inventory and specific openings, limiting flexibility and increasing manufacturing costs.
Innovation Solution
A universal opening structure that accommodates multiple jack types by integrating distinct attachment arrangements and, optionally, an adapter for keystone jacks, allowing for secure mounting of keystone, M-series, and SL-series jacks without requiring separate openings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate opening structures are provided for each jack type (keystone, M-series, SL-series), then each jack type can be securely mounted with its specific latch system, but manufacturing inventory complexity increases and flexibility decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The opening structure is designed with multiple attachment arrangements (first, second, and third attachment arrangements) that can accommodate different jack types (keystone, M-series, SL-series) with different latch systems. This universal design allows a single opening structure to perform multiple functions by securing various jack types through their respective attachment mechanisms, eliminating the need for separate opening structures for each jack type.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple attachment arrangements are integrated into a single opening structure, then flexibility and inventory efficiency improve, but the structural complexity of the opening structure increases
Solution Approach 1:
The opening structure is segmented into distinct attachment arrangements (first, second, and third attachment arrangements), each designed to work with specific latch systems. This segmentation allows each attachment arrangement to be optimized for its specific function while being integrated into a unified opening structure, managing complexity through modular design.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple attachment arrangements for different jack types are merged into a single opening structure. The first attachment arrangement secures keystone jacks, the second secures M-series jacks, and the third secures SL-series jacks, all within one unified structure. This merging eliminates the need for separate opening structures while maintaining compatibility with different latch systems.
3Reliability
If different latch member configurations are used for different jack types, then each jack type achieves secure mounting, but cross-compatibility between jack types is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The opening structure achieves universality by incorporating multiple attachment arrangements that can work with different latch member configurations. The first attachment arrangement interfaces with single-sided latch members, the second with double-sided latch members, and the third with other latch variations, allowing a single opening structure to securely mount various jack types with different latch systems.
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AI summary
An opening structure for receiving a telecommunications jack can include a main body defining a central passageway, a first attachment arrangement for securing a first jack type to the main body within the central passageway, a second attachment arrangement for securing a second jack type to the main body within the central passageway, and a third attachment arrangement for securing a third jack type to the main body within the central passageway, wherein the first, second, and third jack types have different connection arrangements for facilitating connection to an opening structure.