Vehicle Window Switch Recessed Mounting for Accidental Activation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing door window switch configurations on vehicular switch panels are prone to unintentional operation due to their exposed nature, leading to accidental opening or closing of windows, which is troublesome and requires simultaneous operation of multiple switches, complicating the process for drivers.
Innovation Solution
A touch-sensitive sensor switch assembly with a switch mount member featuring a recessed operation area and side walls, where the closing switch is mounted on the side wall, reducing accidental activation and requiring intentional finger insertion for operation, similar to mechanical switches.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If switches are arranged on the surface of the switch panel with uncovered, then ease of operation is improved, but wrong operations increase
Solution Approach 1:
The switch is mounted on the side wall of the switch mount member rather than on the front surface, creating a localized recessed mounting area. This local structural modification allows the switch to remain easily accessible while being physically protected from accidental activation on the front panel surface.
Solution Approach 2:
The switch mounting position is moved from the two-dimensional front surface to the three-dimensional side wall of the switch mount member. This dimensional transition creates a recessed configuration that reduces accidental operation while maintaining operational accessibility through the opening in the front surface.
2Ease of operation
If switches are arranged on the surface of the switch panel, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases due to need for additional switches
Solution Approach 1:
The switch mount member with its recessed side wall mounting configuration serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for the touch-sensitive switch, creates accidental operation protection through the recessed design, and maintains a compact integrated assembly that reduces overall device complexity despite the enhanced safety features.
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 configuration minimizes unintentional window operations by ensuring that the driver or passenger must intentionally insert their finger into the recessed area to activate the touch-sensitive switch, enhancing operability and reducing mistakes during window control.
Implementation Method 1
a vehicular door window closing switch (70A) that is a touch-sensitive sensor and for closing a vehicular door window
Data Source
AI summary
A door window opening and closing switch assembly includes a vehicular door window closing switch that is a touch-sensitive sensor and for closing a vehicular door window, and a switch mount member where the vehicular door window closing switch is mounted, and the switch mount member includes a switch operation portion having an opening, an opening edge portion around the opening, and a side wall extending from the opening edge portion. The door window closing switch is mounted on the side wall.