Waterproof Optical Connector Dynamic Movable Unit Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing waterproof optic connectors face issues with reduced waterproofness due to insufficient coupling force, allowing rainwater or dust to enter the socket when the connector is not fully inserted.
Innovation Solution
The waterproof optic connector incorporates a movable unit and an elastic part, which increase the coupling force by moving the movable unit along the second member when the socket is combined, ensuring full protection against external factors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the connector is not fully inserted into the socket, then the insertion process is easier and more flexible, but the waterproofness is reduced allowing rainwater or dust to enter
Solution Approach 1:
The connector employs a movable unit that dynamically adjusts its position during insertion. As the connector is inserted into the socket, the movable unit moves from an initial position to a final position, automatically establishing the waterproof seal only when proper insertion is achieved. This dynamic mechanism ensures waterproofness is maintained during operation while allowing flexible insertion processes.
2Force
If the connector is not fully inserted into the socket, then the coupling force is insufficient, but the connector structure remains simple
Solution Approach 1:
The movable unit provides dynamic mechanical advantage during insertion. As the connector is pushed into the socket, the movable unit transitions positions to amplify the coupling force, ensuring secure connection. This dynamic force multiplication allows the connector to achieve strong coupling without requiring overly complex structural designs or additional fastening mechanisms.
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
This design enhances the waterproofness of the optic connector by increasing the coupling force, preventing the entry of rainwater or dust, and ensuring the optical fiber is safely protected without bending.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic part that applies an elastic force to the movable unit so that the movable unit becomes distant from the first member
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is a waterproof optic connector. The waterproof optic connector includes a fixing unit in which a connection part connected to a first member of a socket is disposed, a movable unit that is combined with a part of the fixing unit and that is movable, and an elastic part that applies an elastic force to the movable unit so that the movable unit becomes distant from the first member. The movable unit may have a location set by moving in a straight line toward the first member by the pressurization of the second member combined with the first member.