Adhesive Cable Anchor Assembly Without Pinch-Point Damage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable anchor solutions often cause signal loss or damage due to excessive constriction or susceptibility to movement when cables are not secured properly, as they either pinch the cables or fail to hold them firmly.
Innovation Solution
A cable anchor assembly with a housing that receives adhesive through a fill inlet, featuring gaskets that allow lateral insertion of the cable and adjustable fill inlet orientations to facilitate secure anchoring without pinching, enabling the use of adhesive to fix the cable in place without disconnection from equipment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If cable ties or clamps are used to secure cables, then cables are held firmly in place, but the cable tie/crimp/clamp may create a pinch point or other constriction that results in signal loss or damage to the cable
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces adhesive as an intermediary substance between the housing and cable. The adhesive fills the space around the cable and cures to form a secure bond without creating localized pinch points. This mediator allows the cable to be held firmly while distributing the securing force evenly across the cable surface, preventing constriction and signal loss.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the physical state of the adhesive from liquid (when applied) to solid (when cured) to achieve different functions at different stages. In liquid form, the adhesive flows around the cable to fill spaces and create uniform contact. When cured, it transforms into a solid that provides firm holding power without the localized pressure points of traditional mechanical fasteners.
2Reliability
If cable ties or clamps are used to secure cables, then cables are held firmly in place, but the cable is susceptible to movement if held too loosely which can result in cable damage
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the cable anchoring function into separate components: the housing structure, the adhesive material, and the fill inlet mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently - the housing provides structural support, the adhesive provides secure bonding without movement, and the fill inlet enables easy adhesive application. The modular approach facilitates both secure anchoring and easy installation.
3Ease of operation
If adhesive is used to secure the cable, then the cable can be anchored without threading through the assembly, but the fill inlet orientation must be adjusted for different installation sites
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the fill inlet orientation dynamic rather than fixed. The fill inlet can be positioned at different locations on the housing or oriented at different angles to accommodate various installation scenarios. This dynamic adaptability allows the same anchor assembly to be used in multiple orientations and installation sites without requiring different components, simplifying inventory while maintaining ease of operation.
4Reliability
If the cable is held too tightly with traditional anchors, then the cable is secured firmly, but signal loss or cable damage occurs due to pinch points
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical fastening system (cable ties, clamps, or friction-based anchors) with a chemical bonding system using adhesive. This substitution eliminates the localized mechanical pressure points that cause pinch points and signal loss. The adhesive bonds the cable to the housing through chemical adhesion and curing, providing secure anchoring while maintaining cable integrity and preventing damage.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution ensures secure anchoring of cables without pinch points, allowing for a range of cable sizes and orientations, maintaining signal integrity while allowing for easy removal and installation without damaging the cables.
Implementation Method 1
A cable anchor assembly includes a housing that receives adhesive through a fill inlet to secure the cable relative to the housing
Implementation Method 2
the user/technician selects components to orient the fill inlet upwardly so that gravity assists with the adhesive filling process
Data Source
AI summary
A cable anchor assembly includes a housing that receives adhesive through a fill inlet to secure a cable relative to the housing. The cable enters and exits the housing through first and second gaskets that hold the adhesive within the housing during filling and curing. Various components enable the orientation of the fill inlet relative to the housing to be changed. In some cases, the fill inlet is defined by the housing. In other examples, the fill inlet is defined by the housing in cooperation with a guide member. In still other cases, the fill inlet is defined by one of the gaskets.