Broadband Device Securing Mechanism for Outlet Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Broadband service providers face increased equipment costs due to customers removing broadband devices when moving, as these devices are often not securely attached to the household infrastructure.
Innovation Solution
A broadband device with a housing and a securing mechanism that can be locked to an electrical outlet, using tamper-resistant screws or a lockable panel, to prevent removal and include additional power outlets and battery backup for continued service during power outages.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If broadband devices are provided to customers without securing mechanisms, then customers can freely remove devices when moving, but service providers face increased equipment costs due to device removal
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary anti-action by incorporating a securing mechanism with tamper-resistant screws and a lockable panel that prevents device removal before the customer moves. This preemptive security measure counteracts the potential harmful action of device theft or unauthorized removal, allowing customers to operate the device freely during the service period while protecting service providers from equipment loss.
2Reliability
If a securing mechanism is added to the broadband device, then device removal is prevented, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The securing mechanism is segmented into distinct functional components: tamper-resistant screws for attachment, a lockable panel for access control, and a key system for authorized opening. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific security function independently, making the overall mechanism more manageable and easier to manufacture despite the increased complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The securing mechanism serves multiple functions simultaneously: it anchors the device to prevent removal, provides physical protection through the lockable panel, and controls access to internal components. This multi-functionality justifies the added complexity by delivering comprehensive security and protection in a single integrated system.
3Adaptability or versatility
If power outlets are added to the broadband device housing, then additional power availability is provided, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the power distribution function with the existing housing structure by integrating power outlets directly into the housing. This consolidation eliminates the need for separate power distribution components and reduces overall system complexity while providing versatile power availability to multiple devices.
Data Source
AI summary
Secured broadband devices and methods for providing broadband communication are provided. A broadband device may include a housing, at least one broadband component, and a securing mechanism. The at least one broadband component may be situated within the housing and configured to receive a broadband signal. Additionally, the at least one broadband component may be configured to output at least a portion of the broadband signal for receipt by one or more external devices. The securing mechanism configured to secure the housing to an electrical outlet.