Adjustable Mounting Bracket for CPU Sockets
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Solution Overview
Problem
The varying sizes and configurations of CPU sockets on motherboards require an adjustable mounting solution for cooling components to ensure secure attachment across different types and sizes of sockets, as existing solutions are not adaptable to diverse socket spacings.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable mounting bracket with movable mounting devices on flanges that can be adjusted to align with different socket spacings, allowing for secure attachment of computer components like cooling solutions over CPUs on various socket types.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed mounting bracket is used, then the structure is simple, but it cannot accommodate different socket sizes and configurations
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket incorporates adjustable mounting devices that can be repositioned along the bracket body to accommodate different socket configurations. The mounting devices include fasteners that can be moved to different locations on the bracket, allowing the same bracket to adapt to various socket sizes and spacing requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is designed as a universal mounting solution that can accommodate multiple socket types and sizes through its adjustable mounting devices. A single bracket design serves multiple functions by allowing the mounting devices to be reconfigured for different attachment patterns, eliminating the need for multiple bracket designs.
2Adaptability or versatility
If mounting points are fixed for a specific socket type, then the attachment is secure, but the bracket cannot be used with other socket types
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting devices are designed to be repositionable along the bracket body, allowing the attachment points to be dynamically adjusted according to the specific socket configuration. This dynamic adjustment capability ensures that reliable attachment can be achieved for different socket types while maintaining security through proper fastening mechanisms.
3Ease of manufacture
If multiple bracket designs are created for different socket types, then each socket type gets optimal mounting, but the inventory and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
A single bracket design incorporates multiple mounting devices that can be repositioned to accommodate different socket types. This universal design eliminates the need to manufacture and inventory multiple separate bracket designs, simplifying production while maintaining compatibility with various socket configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is segmented into modular components including the bracket body and separate mounting devices. This segmentation allows the mounting devices to be independently positioned and adjusted on the bracket body, enabling a single manufactured component to serve multiple socket types without requiring complex integrated designs.
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AI summary
A bracket, computer component and method for connecting to connection points associated with a socket on a computer circuit board are provided. The bracket and computer component have a mounting device including a fastener connectable to one of the connection points and positioned on a mounting flange. The mounting device is adjustable relative to the mounting flange from a first position on the mounting flange to a second position to allow the bracket and computer component to be used in conjunction with a number of different types of sockets.