Claims:We claim:
1. A connector rear support part (100) for a wiring harness, the connector rear support part (100) comprising:
a cap (104) defining a space (206) to receive a connector (102), wherein the cap (104) comprises a first portion (200),
the first portion (200) defines a circular cross section (220), the circular cross section (220) comprises at least one protrusion (210) along its periphery; and
an adaptor (106) comprises a proximal part (212) and a distal part (214), wherein,
the proximal part (212) defines an adaptor circular cross section such that the first portion (200) of the cap (104) is received by the proximal part (212) of the adaptor (106); and
the proximal part (212) defines a plurality of through holes (216) such that the at least one protrusion (210) of the circular cross section (220) of the first part (200) of the cap (104) is configured to be received by one of the through holes (216) defined by the proximal part (212) of the adaptor (106).

2. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cap (104) comprises a first half (500) and a second half (502), wherein each of the halves (500, 502) comprises the first portion (200), the second portion (202) and the intermediate portion (204), where the intermediate portion (204) connects the first portion (200) and the second portion (204).

3. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the cap (104) comprises atleast one locking mechanism (504, 506) configured to lock the first half (500) with the second half (502).

4. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a plurality of ribs (510) provided on inner surface of the circular cross section of the first portion (200) of the cap (104).

5. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the adaptor (106) comprises an adaptor first half (600) and an adaptor second half (602), wherein each of the adapter halves (600, 602) comprises the proximal part (212) and the distal part (214).

6. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the adaptor (106) comprises atleast one adaptor locking mechanism (604) configured to lock the adaptor first half (600) with the adaptor second half (602).

7. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a plurality of ribs (608) is provided on inner surface (606) of distal part (212) of the adaptor (106).

8. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of through holes (216) from the plurality of through holes (216) is provided at an angular equidistance from adjacent through holes (216).

9. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the proximal part (212) comprises a first proximal part portion (222) and second proximal part portion (224), wherein the first proximal part portion (222) and second proximal part portion (224) form a step portion, such that the outer diameter of the first proximal part portion (222) is greater than the outer diameter of the second proximal part portion (224).

10. The connector rear support part (100) as claimed in claim 9, wherein inner diameter of the circular cross section (220) is same an inner diameter of the adaptor circular cross section of the second proximal part portion (224).

Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[001] The subject matter in general relates to a wiring harness connector. More particularly, but not exclusively, the subject matter relates to a wiring harness connector that can be used with multiple wiring harness layout orientations.
BACKGROUND
[002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present subject matter. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed subject matter, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[003] Conventionally, a connector is used to connect the electrical wire, wherein the connector is attached to a support block. The support block provides the support for the connector.
[004] However, in the existing design the connector used to dismantle from the support block during the running of the vehicle due to the vibrations generated. To overcome the instant problem, a cap is introduced as a support structure for the connector. The cap is attached to the support block and the connector is affixed to the cap. The cap holds the connector in place during running/vibrations of the vehicle. The cap is also used to guide the wiring harness through a confined space and ensure reliability in vibration prone area. The wiring harness coming from engine auxiliary unit is routed through the cap.
[005] In different vehicles based on, engine type or engine room size, engine components, packaging changes accordingly. As a result, wiring harness approach direction with respect to the engine auxiliary unit changes from one model to another. For each new wiring harness approach direction for engine auxiliary unit, new tooled up part of connector rear cover has to be developed to meet the layout requirement.
[006] In the existing design, the cap can be used for the specific engine auxiliary unit. However, if the engine auxiliary unit is replaced with another auxiliary unit, the same cap cannot be used.
OBJECTS OF THE DISCLOSURE
[007] In view of the foregoing limitations inherent in the state of the art, some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfy, are listed herein below.
[008] It is an object of the present disclosure to propose a connector rear support part for supporting a wiring harness that also provides safety and prevents damage to the wiring harness.
[009] It is another object of the present disclosure to propose a connector rear support part that can be used for multiple wiring harness layout.
[0010] It is yet another object of the present disclosure to propose a connector rear support part that eliminates the need of developing new tool from one model to another.
[0011] It is yet another object of the present disclosure to propose a connector rear support part that provides grip to the wiring harness in the form of ribs.
[0012] These and other objects and advantages of the present invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art after a consideration of the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which a preferred form of the present invention is illustrated.
SUMMARY
[0013] This summary is provided to introduce concepts related to a wiring harness connector in a vehicle. The concepts are further described below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to limit the scope of the claimed subject matter.
[0014] The present disclosure relates to a connector rear support part for supporting a wiring harness. The connector rear support part comprises a cap and an adaptor. The cap comprises a first portion, wherein the first portion defines a circular cross section such that the plane of the circular cross section is perpendicular to the length of the cap. The circular cross section comprises at least one protrusion along its periphery. The adaptor defines an L-shape configured to receive a wiring harness. The adaptor comprises a proximal part and a distal part. The proximal part is configured to come in contact with the first portion of the cap. The proximal part defines an adaptor circular cross section such that the first portion of the cap is received by the proximal part of the adaptor. The proximal part defines a plurality of through holes such that the at least one protrusion of the cap is configured to be received by one of the through holes defined by the proximal part of the adaptor when the first portion of the cap is received by the proximal part of the adaptor.
[0015] Other objects, features and advantages of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following detailed description. It should be understood, however, that the detailed description and the specific examples, while indicating specific embodiments of the invention, are given by way of illustration only, since various changes and modifications within the scope of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from this detailed description.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0016] While the specification concludes with claims particularly pointing out and distinctly claiming the subject matter that is regarded as forming the present subject matter, it is believed that the present disclosure will be better understood from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, where like reference numerals designate like structural and other elements, in which:
[0017] FIG. 1 discloses an isometric view of a connector rear support part 100 for supporting a wiring harness, in accordance with an embodiment;
[0018] FIG. 2 discloses an exploded isometric view of the connector rear support part 100, in accordance with an embodiment;
[0019] FIG. 3 is an orthographic projection of the connector rear support part 100, in accordance with an embodiment;
[0020] FIG. 4 is an orthographic projection of the connector rear support part 100 being used in multiple orientations, in accordance with an embodiment;
[0021] FIG. 5 is an exploded isometric view of a cap 104, in accordance with an embodiment; and
[0022] FIG. 6 is an exploded isometric view of an adaptor 106, in accordance with an embodiment.
[0023] The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0024] The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[0025] It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
[0026] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises”, “comprising”, “includes”, “consisting” and/or “including” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
[0027] It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
[0028] In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
[0029] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
[0030] Referring to FIG. 1, disclosed is an isometric view of a connector rear support part 100 for supporting a wiring harness (not shown), in accordance with an embodiment. The connector rear support part 100 comprises a connector 102, a cap 104 and an adaptor 106.
[0031] In an embodiment, the connector 102 is configured to receive an electrical wiring (not shown).
[0032] In an embodiment, the cap 104 is provided as a support structure for the connector 102. The cap 104 holds the connector 102 and wiring harness in place during running/vibrations of the vehicle.
[0033] In an embodiment, the adaptor 106 is used to receive the wiring harness from an engine auxiliary unit (not shown).
[0034] In an embodiment, the cap 104 and the adaptor 106 are hollow structures.
[0035] Referring to FIG. 2, disclosed is an exploded isometric view of the connector rear support part 100, in accordance with an embodiment. The cap 104 comprises a first portion 200, a second portion 202 and an intermediate portion 204. The first portion 200 defines a circular cross section 220 such that the plane of the circular cross section 220 is perpendicular to the length 208 of the cap 104. The circular cross section 220 comprises at least one protrusion 210 along its periphery.
[0036] In an embodiment, the circular cross section 220 comprises two protrusions 210 along its periphery that are positioned diametrically opposite to each other.
[0037] In an embodiment, the circular cross section 220 comprises multitude of protrusions 210 along its periphery.
[0038] In an embodiment, the circular cross section 220 may define a through hole 226 for the wiring harness to pass through.
[0039] In an embodiment, the first portion 200 further comprise a cylindrical structure 218. The circular cross section 220 is attached to the cylindrical structure 218 such that the outer diameter of the circular cross section 220 is greater than the diameter of the cylindrical structure 218.
[0040] In an embodiment, the second portion 202 of the cap 104 defines a space 206. The space 206 defined in the cap 104 is configured to receive the connector 102.
[0041] In an embodiment, the second portion 202 is substantially cuboidal in shape and may have chamfered edges.
[0042] In an embodiment, the intermediate portion 204 is used to connect the first portion 200 and the second portion 202.
[0043] In an embodiment, the intermediate portion 204 is in the shape of a cone such that the cuboidal shape of the second portion 202 transitions into the cylindrical shape of the cylindrical structure 218.
[0044] The adaptor 106 defines an L-shape, wherein the adaptor 106 comprises a proximal part 212 and a distal part 214. The proximal part 212 is configured to come in contact with the first portion 200 of the cap 104. The proximal part 212 defines an adaptor circular cross section such that the first portion 200 of the cap 104 is received by the proximal part 212 of the adaptor 106.
[0045] In embodiment, the proximal part 212 comprises a first proximal part portion 222 and second proximal part portion 224. The first proximal part portion 222 and the second proximal part portion 224 form a step portion such that the inner diameter of the second proximal part portion 224 is same as the diameter of the through hole 226 defined by the circular cross section 220.
[0046] In an embodiment, the outer diameter of the first proximal part portion 222 is greater than the outer diameter of the second proximal part portion 224. The circular cross section 220 is configured to be contained within the first proximal part portion 222 so that the circular cross section 220 does not intrude into the space defined by the second proximal part portion 224.
[0047] The first proximal part portion 222 of the proximal part 212 of the adaptor 106 defines a plurality of through holes 216 along the periphery such that when the first portion 200 of the cap 104 is received by the proximal part 212 of the adaptor 106, the at least one protrusion 210 of the cap 104 is configured to be received by one of the through holes 216 defined by the proximal part 212 of the adaptor 106.
[0048] In an embodiment, the distal part 214 of the adaptor 106 is configured to receive the wiring harness.
[0049] In an embodiment, the distal part 214 is a cylindrical L shaped structure that is connected to the proximal part 212 of the adaptor 106.
[0050] In an embodiment, the outer diameter of the proximal part 212 is greater than the diameter of the distal part 214.
[0051] FIG. 3 shows the positioning of the plurality of through holes 216 defined by the proximal part 212 of the adaptor 106.
[0052] In an embodiment, the plurality of through holes 216 may be positioned at an angular distance of 30 degrees. It may be noted that the angular distance of 30 degrees is an exemplary embodiment and that a person skilled in the art will be able to vary the angular distance as per the need.
[0053] In an embodiment, the angular distance may be in between the range 15o to 60o.
[0054] In another embodiment, the angular distance need not be equiangular and may be varied accordingly as per the requirement.
[0055] FIG. 4 is an orthographic projection of the connector rear support part being used in multiple orientations, in accordance with an embodiment.
[0056] Reference numeral 400 shows a particular layout of the connector rear support part 100 in accordance with an embodiment. In the instant layout 400, the adaptor 306 is positioned vertically upward.
[0057] Reference numerals 402 and 404 show the layout of the connector rear support part 100 in accordance with an embodiment. In the instant layouts 402 and 404, the adaptor 106 is positioned at an angular position and tilted towards right.
[0058] Reference numeral 406 shows a particular layout of the connector rear support part 100 in accordance with an embodiment. In the instant layout 406, the adaptor 106 is positioned in the horizontal direction facing right.
[0059] As seen in FIG. 4, the connector rear support part 100 may be used for multiple wiring harness layout. By varying the insertion of the protrusion 210 into the multitude of through holes 216 defined by the adaptor 306, multiple orientations of the adaptor 106 with respect to the cap 104 is achieved, thereby allowing multiple wiring harness layout.
[0060] By using the connector rear support part 100, the need for a new connector part for each wiring harness layout is eliminated.
[0061] Referring to FIG. 5, disclosed is an exploded isometric view of the cap 104, in accordance with an embodiment. Inner surface 508 of the cap 104 defines a plurality of ribs 510. More particularly, the inner surface 508 of the first portion 200 of the cap 104 may define the plurality of ribs 510. The ribs 510 may provide grip to the wiring harness that may be attached to the connector rear support part 100 so that the wiring harness is affixed tightly to the connector rear support part 100.
[0062] In an embodiment, the cap 104 comprises a first half 500 and a second half 502. Each of the halves 500, 502 comprise the first portion 200, the second portion 202 and the intermediate portion 204.
[0063] In an embodiment, the cap 104 comprises a locking mechanism 504, 506 that may be configured to lock the first half 500 and the second half 502 of the cap 104.
[0064] In an embodiment, the wiring harness may be placed between the first half 500 and the second half 502 and then the halves 500, 502 are locked using the locking mechanism 504, 506.
[0065] In an embodiment, the cap 104 may comprise the locking mechanism 504, 506 at two places. One of the locking mechanism 504, 506 may be provided at the intermediate portion 204 and the other locking mechanism 504, 506 may be provided at the second portion 202.
[0066] In an embodiment, the locking mechanism 504, 506 may be provided at the intermediate portion 204 and the second portion 202 along both sides 512, 514 of the cap 104.
[0067] In an embodiment, one locking mechanism 504, 506 may be provided along the side 512 of the cap 104 and the other locking mechanism 504, 506 may be provided along the side 514 of the cap 104. As an example, the locking mechanism 504, 506 provided along the side 512 of the cap 104 may be at the intermediate portion 204 and the locking mechanism 504, 506 provided along the side 514 of the cap 104 may be at the second portion 202.
[0068] In an embodiment, the locking mechanism 504, 506 may be a snap fit mechanism or any other mechanism that may be conceived by a person skilled in the art.
[0069] Referring to FIG. 6, disclosed is an exploded isometric view of an adaptor 106, in accordance with an embodiment. Inner surface 602 of the adaptor 106 defines a plurality of ribs 608. More particularly, the inner surface 602 of the outermost portion of the distal part 214 of the adaptor 106 may define the plurality of ribs 608. The ribs 608 may provide grip to the wiring harness that may be attached to the connector rear support part 100 so that the wiring harness is affixed tightly to the connector rear support part 100.
[0070] In an embodiment, the adaptor 106 may comprise an adaptor first half 600 and an adaptor second half 602. Each of the adapter halves 600, 602 may comprise the proximal part 212 and the distal part 214.
[0071] In an embodiment, the adaptor 106 may comprise atleast one adaptor locking mechanism 604 that may be configured to lock the adaptor first half 600 and the adaptor second half 602.
[0072] In an embodiment, the wiring harness may be placed between the adaptor first half 600 and the adaptor second half 602 and then the halves 600, 602 are locked using the locking mechanism 604.
[0073] In an embodiment, the adapter 106 may comprise the locking mechanism 604 at two places. One of the locking mechanism 606 may be provided in the second proximal part portion 224 of the proximal part 212 of the adapter 106 and the other locking mechanism 606 may be provided at the distal part 214.
[0074] In an embodiment, the locking mechanism 606 may be provided at the second proximal part portion 224 and the distal part 214 along both sides 610, 612 of the adapter 106.
[0075] In an embodiment, one locking mechanism 606 may be provided along the side 610 of the adapter 106 and the other locking mechanism 606 may be provided along the side 612 of the adapter 106. As an example, the locking mechanism 606 provided along the side 610 of the adapter 106 may be at the second proximal part portion 224 and the locking mechanism 606 provided along the side 612 of the adapter 106 may be at the distal part 214.
[0076] In an embodiment, the locking mechanism 604 may be a snap fit mechanism or any other mechanism that may be conceived by a person skilled in the art.
TECHNICAL ADVANTAGE
[0077] The present disclosure proposes a connector rear support part for supporting a wiring harness.
[0078] The present disclosure proposes a connector rear support part that can be used for multiple wiring harness layouts.
[0079] The present disclosure proposes a connector rear support part that eliminates the need of developing new tool from one model to another.
[0080] Furthermore, each of the appended claims defines a separate invention, which for infringement purposes is recognized as including equivalents to the various elements or limitations specified in the claims. Depending on the context, all references below to the “invention” may in some cases refer to certain specific embodiments only. In other cases, it will be recognized that references to the “invention” will refer to subject matter recited in one or more, but not necessarily all, of the claims.
[0081] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all groups used in the appended claims.
[0082] Furthermore, those skilled in the art can appreciate that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the present disclosure. It will be appreciated that several of the above-disclosed and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, may be combined into other systems or applications. Various presently unforeseen or unanticipated alternatives, modifications, variations, or improvements therein may subsequently be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present disclosure as encompassed by the following claims.
[0083] The claims, as originally presented and as they may be amended, encompass variations, alternatives, modifications, improvements, equivalents, and substantial equivalents of the embodiments and teachings disclosed herein, including those that are presently unforeseen or unappreciated, and that, for example, may arise from applicants/patentees and others.
[0084] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the present disclosure, other and further embodiments of the present disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the present disclosure is determined by the claims that follow. The present disclosure is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.
[0085] The term “vehicle” as used throughout this detailed description and in the claims refers to any moving vehicle that is capable of carrying one or more human occupants and is powered by any form of energy. The term “vehicle” is a motor vehicle which includes, but is not limited to: cars, trucks, vans, minivans, hatchback, sedan, MUVs, and SUVs.