Wiring Member Base Member Positioning for Wire Identification
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Solution Overview
Problem
Identifying wire-like transmission members in the intermediate part of a wiring member is challenging, especially when the wires have the same color, as existing techniques rely on color-coding which is not effective for distinguishing between wires with identical colors.
Innovation Solution
A wiring member design featuring intersecting wire-like transmission members with a base member that positions and holds intermediate parts, allowing for easy identification by known positional data, even when the coverings have the same color, and extending from multiple connectors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If electrical wires are color-coded for identification, then wire identification at terminal parts is improved, but wire identification in intermediate parts deteriorates when wires have the same color
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from one-dimensional color coding to two-dimensional spatial arrangement by planarly positioning wire groups on a base member. Each wire group's position, orientation, and arrangement pattern on the base member serves as an additional identification dimension, enabling distinction between wires of the same color through their unique positional configurations rather than relying solely on color differences.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple wire-like transmission member groups extend from one connector, then connectivity and functionality are improved, but identification complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments wire groups by assigning each group a unique position and arrangement pattern on the base member. Even when multiple wire groups extend from the same connector, each group is spatially separated and individually positioned on the base member, creating distinct identifiable segments that maintain connector versatility while simplifying identification through their unique positional characteristics.
3Ease of manufacture
If wire harness body is formed as a bundle without base member, then manufacturing simplicity is maintained, but wire identification and positioning precision deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The base member serves as an intermediary component between the wire groups and the connector. It provides a structured platform that planarly positions and holds wire groups in predetermined arrangements, enabling precise positioning and easy identification without complicating the overall manufacturing process. The base member acts as a mediator that organizes wire groups systematically while maintaining manufacturing efficiency.
Data Source
AI summary
A wiring member includes a plurality of wire-like transmission member groups, a plurality of connectors, and a base member. Each of the plurality of wire-like transmission member groups includes a plurality of wire-like transmission members. End portions of the wire-like transmission members are connected to the plurality of connectors. The base member planarly positions and holds at least intermediate parts of the plurality of wire-like transmission member groups.