Expansion support capable of storing multiple hard disks

The modular expansion bracket system allows for adjustable hard drive storage based on need, addressing the inflexible space occupation of traditional brackets by using U-shaped components and a sliding latch system for secure positioning.

CN223108325UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-15YUNLAI (SHANGHAI) INTERNET TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422162976.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-04
Publication Date
2025-07-15
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-04

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Technical Problem

The specifications of the existing expansion bracket are fixed, and the space cannot be adjusted according to the number of hard disks, resulting in wasted space inside the chassis.

Method used

An expansion bracket including multiple mounting plates, connecting blocks, connecting plates, positioning plates and positioning deployment mechanisms is designed. Through a rotatable and sliding structure, the adjustable deployment and fixed multi-hard disk storage of the mounting plate are realized.

Benefits of technology

It realizes the adjustment of installation space according to the number of hard disks, avoids occupying too much internal space of the computer, and improves the convenience and efficiency of hard disk expansion.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an expansion support capable of storing multiple hard disks, which relates to the technical field of computer accessories and comprises a plurality of mounting plates arranged in an arrayed manner, connecting blocks are fixedly arranged at two ends of one sides, close to each other, of every two adjacent mounting plates, connecting plates are rotatably arranged at one ends, close to each other, of every two longitudinal connecting blocks, and a positioning plate is arranged between every two adjacent connecting plates. Two symmetrically-arranged fixing rods are fixedly arranged in the positioning plate in a penetrating mode, the connecting plate is rotationally connected with the fixing rods in a sleeving mode, a supporting column is fixedly arranged on the outer wall of the positioning plate, sliding grooves are formed in the two ends of the supporting column, and positioning unfolding mechanisms are arranged between the sliding grooves and the connecting plate. According to the utility model, the plurality of mounting plates, the connecting blocks, the connecting plates, the positioning plates, the fixing rods, the supporting columns and the positioning and unfolding mechanisms are provided, so that the mounting spaces among the plurality of mounting plates can be unfolded according to the number of hard disks required to be mounted, and the plurality of hard disks can be expanded on the premise that the internal space of a computer is not excessively occupied.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of computer accessories, in particular to an expansion bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks. Background Art

[0002] The hard disk is the main storage device of a computer. With the increase of the internal storage space of the computer, multiple hard disks are set for combined use. With the increase in the number of hard disks, an expansion bracket is required for the installation of the hard disks.

[0003] After retrieval, the patent number CN210467327U discloses a multi-hard disk shock-absorbing bracket structure. An installation hole with a notch is opened on the top flat plate of the secondary bracket of the hard disk bracket. The top flat plate is clamped in the annular groove of the rubber pad by the notch with an external force. The top plate of the main bracket is located at the lower end of the rubber pad. Screws pass through the rubber pad and the top plate of the main bracket in sequence from the through hole above the rubber pad, and a nut is threadedly connected with the screw from below for fixation. Of course, the installation method at the connection between the main bracket, the secondary bracket and the main chassis is the same here, and it can also be appropriately changed. For example, when the lower bottom plate of the main bracket is connected to the main chassis, the screw can be installed from bottom to top, and the nut is installed at the upper end of the lower bottom plate of the main bracket.

[0004] However, the overall specifications of the above bracket are fixed. Even when the number of hard disks installed inside the bracket is small, the overall bracket still occupies a fixed space, resulting in the inability to utilize the remaining space inside the chassis and reducing the use effect of the bracket. Content of the Utility Model

[0005] In view of the problems existing in the above-mentioned existing expansion bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks, the present utility model is proposed.

[0006] Therefore, the purpose of the present utility model is to provide an expansion bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks, which solves the problem that the overall specifications of the hard disk are fixed and the occupied space cannot be adjusted according to the number of hard disks.

[0007] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present utility model provides the following technical solutions:

[0008] An expansion bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks includes a plurality of arranged mounting plates. Connecting blocks are fixedly provided at both ends of the adjacent two mounting plates close to each other. Connecting plates are rotatably provided at the ends of the two longitudinally adjacent connecting blocks close to each other. A positioning plate is provided between the adjacent two connecting plates. Two symmetrically arranged fixing rods are fixedly penetrated inside the positioning plate. The connecting plate is rotatably sleeved on the fixing rod;

[0009] Support columns are fixedly provided on the outer wall of the positioning plate. Chute grooves are opened at both ends of the support column. A positioning unfolding mechanism is provided between the chute groove and the connecting plate.

[0010] Preferably, the positioning and unfolding mechanism includes a plug rod which is slidably arranged in the chute. One end of the plug rod is fixedly connected with the inner wall of the chute through a spring. A slot is formed on the side of the connecting plate away from the mounting plate, and the plug rod is in plug-in fit with the slot.

[0011] Preferably, a strip-shaped hole is formed in the side of the chute, and a pull rod is slidably inserted through the strip-shaped hole. The rear end of the pull rod is fixedly connected with the rod wall of the plug rod.

[0012] Preferably, the positioning plate is arranged in a U shape, and an anti-slip support pad is fixedly arranged on the inner wall of the positioning plate.

[0013] Furthermore, the connecting block is a U-shaped block, and the connecting block and the connecting plate are rotationally matched through a pin.

[0014] Preferably, the plurality of mounting plates are all plastic insulating plates.

[0015] In the above technical solution, the technical effects and advantages provided by the present utility model are as follows:

[0016] 1. In the present utility model, through the provided plurality of mounting plates, connecting blocks, connecting plates, positioning plates, fixing rods, support columns and positioning and unfolding mechanisms, the installation space between the plurality of mounting plates can be expanded according to the number of hard disks to be installed, and multiple hard disks can be expanded under the premise of not occupying too much internal space of the computer.

[0017] 2. In the present utility model, through the provided positioning and unfolding mechanism, sliding holes and sliding rods, the plug rod can be quickly inserted into or pulled out of the slot, ensuring the use effect and convenience of the expansion bracket. Description of the Drawings

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required to be used in the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in the present utility model, and those of ordinary skill in the art can also obtain other drawings based on these drawings.

[0019] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 is the Figure 1 enlarged schematic view of part A of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the connecting block of the present utility model.

[0022] Explanation of the reference numerals in the drawings:

[0023] 1. Mounting plate; 2. Connecting block; 3. Connecting plate; 4. Positioning plate; 5. Fixed rod; 6. Support column; 7. Insert rod; 8. Spring; 9. Pull rod; 10. Anti-slip support pad. Detailed implementation manner

[0024] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of the present utility model, the present utility model will be further introduced in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0025] An embodiment of the present utility model discloses an expansion bracket that can store multiple hard disks.

[0026] The present utility model provides an expansion bracket that can store multiple hard disks as shown in Figures 1-3 Figure 13, which includes a plurality of mounting plates 1 arranged in a row. The plurality of mounting plates 1 are all plastic insulating plates. Connecting blocks 2 are fixedly provided at both ends of the adjacent sides of the two adjacent mounting plates 1. Connecting plates 3 are rotatably provided at the adjacent ends of the two longitudinal connecting blocks 2. The connecting block 2 is a U-shaped block, and the connecting block 2 and the connecting plate 3 are rotatably matched through a shaft pin. A positioning plate 4 is provided between the two adjacent connecting plates 3. Two symmetrically arranged fixed rods 5 are fixedly inserted into the interior of the positioning plate 4. The connecting plate 3 is rotatably sleeved on the fixed rod 5. The positioning plate 4 is arranged in a U shape, and an anti-slip support pad 10 is fixedly provided on the inner wall of the positioning plate 4.

[0027] Before the expansion bracket is used, the plurality of mounting plates 1 are folded and stored through the connecting plates 3, the connecting blocks 2, the positioning plates 4 and the fixed rods 5. When it is necessary to install the hard disk, according to the number of hard disk expansions, the corresponding number of mounting plates 1 can be unfolded. When the two adjacent mounting plates 1 move away from each other and unfold, through the rotation of the shaft pin between the connecting plate 3 and the connecting block 2, the connecting plate 3 can pull the fixed rod 5. At this time, the two fixed rods 5 on the same side can drive the positioning plate 4 to move horizontally, so that the two adjacent positioning plates 4 in the horizontal direction are separated, and then the supporting position of the connecting plate 3 is fixed, so that the setting space between the two mounting plates 1 is fixed. Subsequently, the hard disk is placed on the two positioning plates 4 to complete the expansion setting of the hard disk.

[0028] In order to be able to fix the setting space between the two mounting plates 1 after the two mounting plates 1 are unfolded, as shown in Figures 1-2 Figure 14, a support column 6 is fixedly provided on the outer wall of the positioning plate 4. Chute grooves are opened at both ends of the support column 6. A positioning and unfolding mechanism is provided between the chute grooves and the connecting plate 3. The positioning and unfolding mechanism includes an insert rod 7. The insert rod 7 is slidably arranged in the chute groove. One end of the insert rod 7 is fixedly connected with the inner wall of the chute groove through a spring 8. A slot is opened on the side of the connecting plate 3 away from the mounting plate 1. The insert rod 7 is inserted and matched with the slot. A strip-shaped hole is opened on the side of the chute groove. A pull rod 9 is slidably inserted through the strip-shaped hole. The rear end of the pull rod 9 is fixedly connected with the rod wall of the insert rod 7.

[0029] Before the two mounting plates 1 are unfolded, the two pull rods 9 can be moved closer to each other, so that the pull rods 9 drive the insertion rods 7 to squeeze the springs 8 while being located in the sliding grooves of the support columns 6. When the connecting plate 3 rotates to the vertical position, the pull rods 9 can be released, and the insertion rods 7 are inserted into the slots due to the elastic recovery of the springs 8, so as to determine the rotational position below the connecting plate 3. At this time, there is movement interference between the connecting plate 3 and the connecting plate 2 and they cannot rotate, so that the positions of the mounting plate 1, the connecting plate 3 and the positioning plate 4 can be determined, ensuring that the installation space between two adjacent mounting plates 1 is stably set.

[0030] Only some exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been described by way of illustration above. Undoubtedly, for those of ordinary skill in the art, the described embodiments can be modified in various different ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the above drawings and descriptions are illustrative in nature and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. An expansion bracket capable of storing multiple hard drives, comprising a plurality of mounting plates (1) arranged in sequence, characterized in that, At both ends of the closer sides of two adjacent mounting plates (1), connecting blocks (2) are fixedly provided. At one end of two longitudinally adjacent connecting blocks (2) that are closer to each other, a connecting plate (3) is rotatably provided. A positioning plate (4) is provided between two adjacent connecting plates (3). Two symmetrically arranged fixing rods (5) are fixedly penetrated through the inside of the positioning plate (4). The connecting plate (3) is rotatably sleeved with the fixing rod (5). A support column (6) is fixedly provided on the outer wall of the positioning plate (4). Chute grooves are provided at both ends of the support column (6). A positioning and unfolding mechanism is provided between the chute grooves and the connecting plate (3).

2. The expandable bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks according to claim 1, wherein The positioning and unfolding mechanism includes a plug rod (7). The plug rod (7) is slidably arranged in the chute groove. One end of the plug rod (7) is fixedly connected with the inner wall of the chute groove through a spring (8). A slot is provided on the side of the connecting plate (3) away from the mounting plate (1). The plug rod (7) is inserted and matched with the slot.

3. The extended bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks according to claim 2, wherein, A strip-shaped hole is provided on the side part of the chute groove. A pull rod (9) is slidably penetrated through the strip-shaped hole. The rear end of the pull rod (9) is fixedly connected with the rod wall of the plug rod (7).

4. The extended bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks according to claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning plate (4) is arranged in a U shape. An anti-slip support pad (10) is fixedly provided on the inner wall of the positioning plate (4).

5. The extended bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting block (2) is a U-shaped block. The connecting block (2) and the connecting plate (3) are rotatably matched through a shaft pin.

6. The expandable bracket capable of storing multiple hard disks according to claim 1, wherein A plurality of the mounting plates (1) are all plastic insulating plates.

Citation Information

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    CN210467327U