A server cabinet capable of freely expanding space

Abstract

This utility model provides a server rack with freely expandable space, relating to the field of server racks. It includes a rack body with a door at the front and a top cover at the top. An internal mounting back panel with multiple mounting openings is provided inside the rack. An extension mechanism includes an embedded square groove. This utility model allows for efficient and quick adjustment and expansion of the server rack's internal mounting space by adjusting the relative height between the top cover and the rack body, greatly improving the flexibility and adaptability of rack space utilization. By starting a motor and driving a gear and chain, the drive shaft rotates, causing the moving plate, lifting rod, side panels, and top cover to work together automatically to expand and adjust the internal space of the rack. The operation is simple and convenient, reducing the complexity and workload of manual intervention.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of server racks, and more particularly to a server rack with freely expandable space. Background Technology

[0002] In today's digital age, with the rapid development of information technology, the importance of servers as core devices for data processing, storage, and transmission is self-evident. As businesses expand and data volumes continue to grow, the demand for servers from enterprises and institutions is increasing, not only in terms of quantity but also in terms of higher requirements for server performance and functionality. Server racks, as the mounting structures for servers, directly impact the server's operating environment and stability.

[0003] Traditional server racks are mostly designed with a fixed structure; their internal space layout and dimensions are largely determined after production, making flexible adjustments difficult to adapt to actual needs. When businesses need to add server equipment to meet growth demands, they often face insufficient rack space. In this case, to install new servers, the only options are usually to replace them with larger racks or purchase multiple racks to distribute the servers. This not only requires a significant investment in new equipment but also occupies more data center space, increasing construction and operating costs.

[0004] Furthermore, in application scenarios requiring frequent server configuration updates or adjustments, traditional server racks cannot quickly adapt to changes in server equipment. Each time the server layout is adjusted or new equipment is added, a significant amount of time and manpower is required for rack disassembly, reassembly, and cabling. This not only reduces work efficiency but may also lead to server malfunctions due to improper operation, affecting the normal operation of business. In addition, although some traditional server racks have certain space expansion capabilities, the expansion methods are complex and often require professional technicians to use specialized tools. This not only increases maintenance costs but also limits the rack's rapid response capability in emergency situations.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a new server rack with freely expandable space to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a server rack with freely expandable space.

[0007] This utility model provides a server rack with freely expandable space, comprising: a rack body, a rack door at the front of the rack body, a top cover at the top of the rack body, a mounting back panel inside the rack body, and multiple mounting openings on the mounting back panel; an extension mechanism, the extension mechanism including an embedded square groove located in the upper shell wall of the rack body, an extension rack plate fixedly connected to the lower shell wall of the top cover, the extension rack plate being slidably connected to the embedded square groove, side plates on both sides of the top cover, and drive components on both sides of the rack body.

[0008] Preferably, the drive assembly includes a side shell, which is fixedly connected to the side wall of the cabinet. Two sliding openings are symmetrically provided on the upper side shell wall of the side shell. A lifting rod is slidably connected to each of the two sliding openings. The top ends of the two lifting rods are fixedly connected to the side plate on the same side. A moving plate is connected to the lower ends of the two lifting rods. A drive shaft is rotatably connected inside the side shell.

[0009] Preferably, the movable plate is located inside the side shell, and the drive shaft is located between the two lifting rods.

[0010] Preferably, a threaded sleeve is provided at the middle position of the movable plate, the drive shaft is a threaded rod, and the threaded sleeve at the middle position of the movable plate is threadedly connected to the drive shaft.

[0011] Preferably, each of the two side shells is provided with an isolation plate at its bottom position, and the two isolation plates are provided with an installation port at their middle positions. The lower ends of the two drive shafts are respectively rotatably connected to the installation ports on the two isolation plates.

[0012] Preferably, each of the two partition plates has a through opening below it, and the lower end of the cabinet has a through cavity. The two through openings are respectively connected to the two ends of the through cavity, and a control component is provided between the two drive shafts.

[0013] Preferably, the control component includes two gears, which are respectively fixedly connected to the lower ends of two drive shafts. A chain is installed between the two gears. A motor is installed on the inner wall of the bottom end of one side shell, and the output end of the motor is fixedly connected to the lower end of the drive shaft on the same side.

[0014] Compared with related technologies, the server rack with freely expandable space provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0015] 1. This utility model uses two movable plates to drive two lifting rods on both sides to slide relative to the upper shell walls of the two side shells. This allows multiple lifting rods to simultaneously move the two side plates in pairs, and the two side plates to lift the top cover, thereby adjusting the relative height between the top cover and the cabinet. This can efficiently and quickly adjust and expand the installation space inside the server rack without complicated manual operation or large-scale disassembly and installation. Whether it is to cope with the increase in the number of server devices or the installation needs of server groups of different specifications, it can make quick and flexible adjustments, greatly improving the flexibility and adaptability of rack space utilization.

[0016] 2. This utility model utilizes the interaction between a starting motor, a drive gear, and a chain to rotate the drive shaft. This enables the moving plate, lifting rod, side plate, and top cover to work together, automatically expanding and adjusting the internal space of the server rack. The operation is simple and convenient, reducing the complexity and workload of manual intervention and lessening the reliance on professional technicians. Even ordinary operators can easily complete the space expansion operation. Furthermore, this automated operation method can effectively shorten the adjustment time, reduce the impact of adjusting the server rack space on the normal operation of the server, and ensure the stable operation of the server. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 An exploded view of a preferred embodiment is shown below;

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure at point A.

[0020] Numbered in the diagram: 1. Cabinet body; 11. Cabinet door; 2. Top cover; 3. Mounting back panel; 4. Embedded square groove; 41. Extended cabinet panel; 42. Side panel; 43. Side shell; 44. Lifting rod; 5. Moving plate; 51. Drive shaft; 6. Isolation plate; 7. Gear; 71. Chain; 8. Motor. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0022] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 3A server rack with freely expandable space includes: a rack body 1, a rack door 11 at the front of the rack body 1, a top cover 2 at the top of the rack body 1, a mounting back panel 3 inside the rack body 1, and multiple mounting ports on the mounting back panel 3; an extension mechanism, including an embedded square groove 4, which is located in the upper shell wall of the rack body 1, an extension rack panel 41 fixedly connected to the lower shell wall of the top cover 2, the extension rack panel 41 being slidably connected to the embedded square groove 4, side panels 42 on both sides of the top cover 2, and drive components on both sides of the rack body 1.

[0023] In the specific implementation process, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the drive assembly includes a side shell 43, which is fixedly connected to the side wall of the cabinet 1. Two sliding openings are symmetrically provided on the upper side shell wall of the side shell 43. Lifting rods 44 are slidably connected in both sliding openings. The top ends of the two lifting rods 44 are fixedly connected to the side plate 42 on the same side. The lower ends of the two lifting rods 44 are connected to a moving plate 5. A drive shaft 51 is rotatably connected inside the side shell 43.

[0024] It should be noted that the side shell 43 provides a sliding track and support structure for the lifting rod 44, ensuring that the lifting rod 44 can slide stably up and down along the sliding opening, thereby ensuring the stability of the lifting process of the side plate 42 and the top cover 2.

[0025] Meanwhile, the side shell 43 also protects the internal drive shaft 51 and moving plate 5, preventing external dust, debris and other objects from entering and affecting their normal operation. In addition, the integrated structure between the two side shells 43 and the cabinet 1 can save a lot of space.

[0026] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the movable plate 5 is located inside the side shell 43, and the drive shaft 51 is located between the two lifting rods 44.

[0027] It should be noted that placing the movable plate 5 inside the side shell 43 can make full use of the space of the side shell 43, making the structure of the entire drive assembly more compact. The layout of the drive shaft 51 between the two lifting rods 44 is conducive to uniformly transmitting the driving force to the two lifting rods 44, ensuring that the lifting rods 44 on both sides can rise and fall synchronously, thereby enabling the side plate 42 and the top cover 2 to be adjusted in height smoothly.

[0028] refer to Figure 3 As shown, a threaded sleeve is provided at the middle position of the movable plate 5, and the drive shaft 51 is a threaded rod. The threaded sleeve at the middle position of the movable plate 5 is threadedly connected to the drive shaft 51.

[0029] It should be noted that when the drive shaft 51 rotates, due to the threaded engagement, the moving plate 5 will move up and down along the axial direction of the drive shaft 51, which can accurately control the lifting position of the moving plate 5, thereby achieving precise adjustment of the height of the top cover 2.

[0030] refer to Figure 3 As shown, each of the two side shells 43 has an isolation plate 6 at its bottom position, and an installation port is provided at the middle position of the two isolation plates 6. The lower ends of the two drive shafts 51 are rotatably connected to the installation ports on the two isolation plates 6 respectively.

[0031] It should be noted that the partition plate 6 serves to separate and protect the drive components inside the side shell 43 from the cavity at the lower end of the cabinet 1, preventing dust, moisture, and other contaminants in the cavity from damaging the drive shaft 51 and other transmission components.

[0032] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, each of the two partition plates 6 has a through opening below it, and the lower end of the cabinet 1 has a through cavity. The two through openings are connected to the two ends of the through cavity respectively, and a control component is provided between the two drive shafts 51.

[0033] It should be noted that the through-hole and cavity configuration provides space and channels for the arrangement of the control components. Through the through-hole, the components of the control components can be connected and driven by the drive shaft 51, realizing synchronous control of the two drive shafts 51, making the wiring layout of the entire cabinet more neat and orderly.

[0034] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the control assembly includes two gears 7, which are fixedly connected to the lower ends of two drive shafts 51 respectively. A chain 71 is installed between the two gears 7. A motor 8 is installed on the inner wall of the bottom end of one side shell 43. The output end of the motor 8 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the drive shaft 51 on the same side.

[0035] It should be noted that the engagement between gear 7 and chain 71 enables the synchronous rotation of the two drive shafts 51. When motor 8 starts, its output drives the drive shaft 51 connected to it to rotate, and gear 7 on drive shaft 51 rotates accordingly. Chain 71 then drives another gear 7 to rotate synchronously with drive shaft 51. This transmission method ensures that the drive shafts 51 on both sides rotate at the same speed and direction, thereby enabling the moving plates 5, lifting rods 44, side plates 42, and top cover 2 on both sides to move in a coordinated manner, ensuring the stability and reliability of the internal space expansion process of the cabinet.

[0036] The working principle of the server rack with freely expandable space provided by this utility model is as follows: The starting motor 8 drives a drive shaft 51 to rotate, which in turn drives another drive shaft 51 to rotate through two gears 7 and a chain 71. The rotation of the two drive shafts 51 drives two movable plates 5 to move and rise accordingly. The two movable plates 5 drive two lifting rods 44 on both sides to slide relative to the upper shell wall of the two side shells 43. The multiple lifting rods 44 simultaneously drive the two side plates 42 to move in pairs, which in turn drives the top cover 2 to rise and fall, thereby assisting in adjusting the relative height between the top cover 2 and the cabinet 1. At the same time, the top cover 2 drives the extension cabinet plate 41 to slide relative to the embedded square groove 4 on the cabinet 1. This allows for quick adjustment and expansion of the installation space inside the server rack, making it suitable for installing and adjusting different server groups, which is very convenient.

[0037] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A free-space expandable server cabinet, characterized by, include: Cabinet (1), with a cabinet door (11) at the front and a top cover (2) at the top. The cabinet (1) has an installation back panel (3) inside and multiple installation ports on the installation back panel (3). An extension mechanism is provided, comprising an embedded square groove (4) located in the upper shell wall of the cabinet (1), an extension cabinet plate (41) fixedly connected to the lower shell wall of the top cover (2), the extension cabinet plate (41) being slidably connected to the embedded square groove (4), side plates (42) being provided on both sides of the top cover (2), and a drive assembly being provided on both sides of the cabinet (1).

2. The free-space expandable server cabinet of claim 1, wherein, The drive assembly includes a side shell (43), which is fixedly connected to the side wall of the cabinet (1). Two sliding openings are symmetrically provided on the upper side shell wall of the side shell (43). A lifting rod (44) is slidably connected in each of the two sliding openings. The top ends of the two lifting rods (44) are fixedly connected to the side plate (42) on the same side. A moving plate (5) is connected to the lower ends of the two lifting rods (44). A drive shaft (51) is rotatably connected inside the side shell (43).

3. A free spanable server cabinet as claimed in claim 2, wherein, The movable plate (5) is located inside the side shell (43), and the drive shaft (51) is located between the two lifting rods (44).

4. The free spanable server cabinet of claim 2, wherein, The moving plate (5) is provided with a threaded sleeve at the middle position, and the drive shaft (51) is a threaded rod. The threaded sleeve at the middle position of the moving plate (5) is threadedly connected to the drive shaft (51).

5. The free spanable server cabinet of claim 2, wherein, Each of the two side shells (43) has an isolation plate (6) at its bottom position, and an installation port is provided at the middle position of the two isolation plates (6). The lower ends of the two drive shafts (51) are rotatably connected to the installation ports on the two isolation plates (6).

6. A free spanable server cabinet as claimed in claim 5, wherein, Both of the two partition plates (6) have through openings at their bottoms, and the cabinet (1) has a through cavity at its lower end. The two through openings are connected to the two ends of the through cavity respectively, and a control component is provided between the two drive shafts (51).

7. A free spanable server cabinet as claimed in claim 6, wherein, The control component includes two gears (7), which are fixedly connected to the lower ends of two drive shafts (51) respectively. A chain (71) is installed between the two gears (7). A motor (8) is installed on the inner wall of the bottom end of one side shell (43), and the output end of the motor (8) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the drive shaft (51) on the same side.

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