Blind-Insert Fluid Connector Module With Guided Misalignment Buffer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fluid channel connections in water cooling systems for servers are inadequate for meeting the heat dissipation requirements of high-performance servers, particularly in densely installed configurations where precise alignment and secure connections are challenging.
Innovation Solution
A blind insert fluid connection module that includes a first fluid connector on a server rack and a second fluid connector on a server computing unit, featuring a guide structure with positioning elements and a cushioning resilient member to facilitate secure and error-tolerant fluid channel formation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If conventional fluid channel connections are used in densely installed servers, then installation density is improved, but connection reliability and alignment precision deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a cushioning resilient member (elastic element) between the fluid connector and the guide structure that compresses during insertion to absorb misalignment and positional errors. This pre-built cushioning mechanism allows blind insertion without requiring precise alignment, thereby maintaining connection reliability while enabling dense server installation configurations.
2Ease of operation
If blind insertion method is used for fluid connector connection, then operation ease and installation speed are improved, but connection precision and alignment accuracy deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a guide structure with positioning features and a cushioning resilient member as an intermediary between the fluid connector and the connection target. The guide structure provides mechanical guidance and the resilient member absorbs alignment errors, enabling blind insertion (easy operation) while maintaining precise and reliable connections.
3Strength
If rigid connection structure is used for fluid connectors, then structural strength is improved, but error tolerance and displacement buffer capability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates a cushioning resilient member in the connection structure that compresses during blind insertion to absorb misalignment and positional errors. This resilient element provides error tolerance and displacement buffering while the overall connection structure maintains sufficient structural strength for reliable fluid connection.
4Reliability
If precise alignment is required for fluid connector engagement, then connection reliability is improved, but operation complexity and installation time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a guide structure with positioning features and a cushioning resilient member as an intermediary mechanism that provides mechanical guidance during insertion. This eliminates the need for manual precise alignment while ensuring reliable connection, thereby reducing installation time without compromising connection reliability.
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 module ensures reliable and secure fluid connections with increased error margins during blind insertion, effectively addressing the heat dissipation needs of high-performance servers in densely installed environments.
Implementation Method 1
a cushioning resilient member connected to the guide structure and configured to provide a buffer displacement of the second fluid connector in a second direction when the first and second fluid connectors are joined
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AI summary
A blind insert fluid connection module includes a first fluid connector located on a first assembly and a second fluid connector located on a second assembly. The second fluid connector is used to engage the first fluid connector in a first direction to form a fluid channel. The second assembly includes a main body, a guide structure, and a cushioning resilient member. The fastening member is located on the main body. The guide structure is located on the main body, and the second fluid connector is fixed on the guide structure. The cushioning resilient member is connected to the guide structure to provide a buffer displacement of the second fluid connector along the second direction when the first and second fluid connectors are joined, wherein an included angle is formed between the second direction and the first direction.