Bistable Cable Wrap Assembly for Fast Self-Aligning Cable Repair
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable wraps require skilled handling and are time-consuming to apply, involving a sequence of steps for temporary or permanent marking and repair of cables, which limits efficiency and ease of use.
Innovation Solution
A bistable automatic cable wrap that extends along a longitudinal direction and automatically transitions into a stable wound state upon deformation, allowing for easy application and reusability, featuring a structured body with an indication member and adhesive materials for marking and repair, and a self-aligning mechanism that eliminates the need for additional fixing tools.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional cable wraps are used, then cable marking and repair functions are provided, but the application process requires skilled handling and is time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The cable wrap is designed with self-aligning geometry where the wrap automatically orients itself around the cable during application. The structured body with specific geometric features enables the wrap to self-position and self-align without requiring skilled manual manipulation, allowing even inexperienced users to apply it quickly and correctly.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable wrap is pre-configured with its structured body geometry and adhesive positioning before application. The wrap comes pre-formed with the correct shape and structural features that enable automatic alignment, eliminating the need for manual shaping or positioning adjustments during the application process.
2Reliability
If traditional cable wraps require multiple steps for application, then marking and repair functions are achieved, but the process becomes complex and error-prone
Solution Approach 1:
The cable wrap integrates multiple functions into a single component: the structured body provides both the marking surface and the structural integrity, while the adhesive is incorporated directly onto the wrap. This consolidation eliminates the need for separate marking materials, adhesives, and application tools, reducing the number of steps and potential error sources.
Solution Approach 2:
The wrap's geometric features automatically guide the application process, with the structured body self-aligning to the cable and the adhesive automatically positioning itself. This self-guiding mechanism ensures correct installation without requiring the user to follow complex procedural steps or make precise manual adjustments.
3Reliability
If additional fixing tools are used with cable wraps, then secure attachment is achieved, but the overall system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing mechanism is integrated directly into the cable wrap structure. The adhesive is applied to the structured body of the wrap itself, creating a unified component that combines the wrap, adhesive, and fixing function into a single element, eliminating the need for separate fixing tools or materials.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable wrap's structured body includes built-in features that enable self-fixing through the adhesive mechanism. The geometry of the wrap automatically positions the adhesive in the correct location and orientation, allowing the wrap to secure itself to the cable without external fixing tools.
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 bistable automatic cable wrap simplifies the installation process, reduces the risk of faulty installation, and provides a reliable, reusable solution for marking and repairing cables with improved ease of use and alignment, suitable for various cable shapes and sizes.
Implementation Method 1
The bistable automatic cable wrap automatically adopts a stable wound state if deformed in the extended state
Data Source
AI summary
A bistable automatic cable wrap for being wrapped around a cable or wire has a stable extended state in which the bistable automatic cable wrap extends essentially along a longitudinal direction. The bistable automatic cable wrap automatically adopts a stable wound state if deformed in the extended state.