TDK has been granted a patent for a coil device with a movable terminal. The device includes a bobbin, wire wound around it, a terminal connected to the wire, and a terminal block. The terminal can move in multiple directions within the bobbin, enhancing flexibility and functionality. GlobalData’s report on TDK gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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According to GlobalData’s company profile on TDK, Battery management systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. TDK's grant share as of May 2024 was 47%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Coil device with movable terminal for wire winding

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: TDK Corp

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US12002616B2) discloses a coil device with unique features aimed at enhancing flexibility and movement within the device. The coil device comprises a bobbin with a winding portion, a wire wound around the winding portion, a terminal connected to the wire, and a terminal block that holds the terminal. The terminal block is designed with an engagement hole that allows for movement of the terminal in all directions perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, providing increased flexibility and adaptability within the device. Additionally, the terminal block can be attached to a case or cover, further enhancing the versatility of the coil device.

Furthermore, the patent details various configurations and components within the coil device, such as multiple terminals attached to multiple terminal blocks, engagement convex and concave portions for movement, and features like stopper wall portions and support pieces for retention and flexibility. These design elements aim to improve the functionality and usability of the coil device, allowing for efficient wire connection and movement along the longitudinal axis. Overall, the patent showcases innovative solutions for coil device design, emphasizing flexibility, adaptability, and ease of use in various applications where such devices are utilized.

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