Patent Grant
7806738
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to a power source terminal structure, and in particular to a power source terminal structure that can be applied to a Micro Telecommunication Computing Architecture (MicroTCA).
2. Description of Related Art
Micro Telecommunication Computing Architecture (referred to as “MicroTCA” hereinafter) is a standard framework for telecommunication grade COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) chassis, which aims to allow Advanced Mezzanine Cards (AMC) to function without any advanced Telecommunications Computing Architecture (AdvancedTCA) carrier card, and the standard is established by PCI Industrial Computer Manufacturer Group (referred to as “PICMG” hereinafter). The standard of MicroTCA is designated PICMG MTCA.X. A common MicroTCA framework is provided therein with at least one controller (Shelf Management Controller, referred to as “ShMC” hereinafter) to execute a Shelf Management Software (referred to as “ShMS” hereinafter) that acts as a management center of the whole framework. The ShMS is used to internally manage each port, fan, and temperature sensor inside the framework and used to externally communicate with a shelf system management program outside the framework. Each platform in the framework has to be equipped with an Intelligent Platform Management Controller (referred to as “IPMC” hereinafter) for monitoring and recoding the operating states of the platform, reporting and solving abnormal conditions, and controlling the power source and data channels on the platform.
In a broad sense, a connector is a connecting element and accessories thereof that can be used in electronic signals and power sources. The connector is used as a bridge for transmitting signals. Thus, the quality of the connector has an influence on the reliability of transmitting electric currents and signals. Furthermore, the quality of associated electronic mechanics will be affected accordingly.
The connector is used to transmit control signals and power source, thereby activating an electronic device to process the above-mentioned control signals.
However, when the power source connector is inserted in the docking connector, improper insertion may often cause a poor contact between the insertion terminal 1a and the docking terminal 2a. Further, any vibration may result in an unsteady current, and thus affects the reliability of transmitting the electric current and signals.
Consequently, because of the above technical defects, the inventor strives via experience and research to develop the present invention, which can effectively improve the limitations described above.
The object of the present invention is to provide a power source terminal structure for Micro Telecommunication Computing Architecture (MicroTCA), thereby increasing the reliability of a connector for transmitting electric current and signals and making the electric current more stable.
In order to achieve the above objects, the present invention provides a power source terminal structure, which includes an insertion terminal having a main body, a first insertion portion and a contacting portion. The first insertion portion is located at one side of the main body. The contacting portion is formed by extending from one end of the main body. The contacting portion has a first protrusion. A docking terminal has a base, a second insertion portion and two elastic arms. The second insertion portion is formed by extending from one end of the base. The two elastic arms are formed by extending from the base and away from the second insertion portion. The two elastic arms clamp the main body. The base has a second protrusion opposite to the first protrusion, and the second protrusion contacts the first protrusion.
The present invention has advantageous features as follows. The contacting portion of the insertion terminal is provided with a first protrusion. The base of the docking terminal is provided with a second protrusion opposite to the first protrusion and the second protrusion contacts the first protrusion. Via this arrangement, the contact area between the insertion terminal and the docking terminal can be increased, and the reliability of the connector for transmitting the electric current and signals can be increased. Thus, the electric current is more stable.
In order to further understand the characteristics and technical contents of the present invention, a detailed description relating thereto will be made with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the drawings are illustrative only, and not used to limit the scope of the present invention.
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The docking terminal 2 is also a metal sheet with good electric conductivity. The docking terminal 2 has a base 21, a second insertion portion 22 and two elastic arms 23. The base 21 is provided with a transverse second protrusion 211 opposite to the first protrusion 131. The second protrusion 211 contacts the first protrusion 131. The proximity of both sides of the base 21 is provided with two bosses 212. The two bosses 12 can make the docking terminal 2 to be tightly fitted with the casing of a docking connector, so that the docking terminal 2 can be mounted in the docking connector more firmly.
The second insertion portion 22 is formed by extending from one end of the base 21. The second insertion portion 22 has a plurality of fish-eye shaped insertion pins that are inserted in a grounding circuit board (not shown).
The two elastic arms 23 are formed by extending from the base 21 away from the second insertion portion 22. The two elastic arms 23 are metal pieces having good elasticity. The bottom end of one side of the two elastic arms 23 is connected with a connecting portion 24. The free ends of the two elastic arms 23 are bent to form a clamping portion 232 respectively. An opening 2321 is formed between the two clamping portions 232. The main body 11 extends into the opening 2321, so that the two clamping portions 232 can clamp the main body 11 to achieve an electric connection and fixation.
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In the present invention, one end of the insertion terminal 1 extends to form the contacting portion 13. The contacting portion 13 is provided with a first protrusion 131. The base 21 of the docking terminal 2 is provided with the second protrusion 211 opposite to the first protrusion 131 and the second protrusion 211 contacts the first protrusion 131. Via this arrangement, the contact area between the insertion terminal 1 and the docking terminal 2 can be increased, and the reliability of the connector for transmitting the electric current and signals can be increased. Thus, the electric current is more stable.
While the invention has been described in terms of what is presently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention needs not be limited to the disclosed embodiment. On the contrary, it is intended to cover various modifications and similar arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims which are to be accorded with the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and similar structures.
| Number | Date | Country | Kind |
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| 97202836 U | Feb 2008 | TW | national |
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