Track-Bearing Cabinet Fastener for One-Handed Rack Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional cabinet fasteners for electronic devices are inefficient due to material wastage, complex manufacturing, and require two hands for operation, with claspers prone to jamming and weak holding power, making them difficult to disassemble and reassemble safely.
Innovation Solution
A track-bearing cabinet fastener featuring a track holder with a clamping device that includes a clamping box, block, and plug, utilizing springs and push-out plates for secure assembly and easy disassembly, allowing single-handed operation and improved holding power.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional claspers and tenons are used for fastening, then the structure can be assembled, but the holding power is weak and claspers are prone to jamming
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening mechanism is divided into separate functional components: a clamping block with protruded resisting parts for engagement, push-out plates for actuation, and springs for providing clamping force. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently, improving both holding power and ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The fastening system incorporates springs that provide dynamic clamping force, and push-out plates that enable easy release. The protruded resisting parts can move relative to the rabbets during operation, allowing the system to adapt to operational forces while maintaining secure holding power.
2Reliability
If complex fastening mechanisms with multiple components are used, then holding power can be improved, but device complexity increases and manufacturing becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple fastening functions are combined into an integrated clamping device assembly that works together as a unified system. The clamping block, push-out plates, and springs are merged into a single operational unit that achieves reliable holding power while minimizing the number of separate components needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamping device is designed to perform multiple functions: providing secure holding power, enabling easy assembly, facilitating simple disassembly, and resisting operational forces. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate specialized components, thereby reducing overall device complexity.
3Reliability
If traditional fastening methods are used, then installation can be achieved, but material consumption is high and manufacturing is complex
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening mechanism uses localized engagement features (protruded resisting parts engaging with rabbets) rather than requiring extensive material throughout the entire structure. The springs and push-out plates are positioned only where needed to provide specific functions, reducing overall material consumption while maintaining fastening reliability.
4Ease of manufacture
If weak holding structures are used, then assembly can be simple, but the structure is prone to deformation and requires strenuous pressure for removal
Solution Approach 1:
The springs are pre-loaded to provide immediate clamping force upon assembly, and the protruded resisting parts are designed to engage positively with the rabbets from the outset. This preliminary action ensures strong holding strength is achieved automatically during assembly without requiring strenuous pressure, while keeping the assembly process simple.
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 enables secure, efficient, and easy assembly/disassembly of electronic devices on a cabinet rack, enhancing serviceability and safety by using a clamping mechanism that resists jamming and reduces material consumption.
Implementation Method 1
a clamping block held in the accommodating space, resisted by a spring, and comprising two protruded resisting parts located at its two front sides and corresponding to the ports
Implementation Method 2
resisted by a spring, and comprising two protruded resisting parts located at its two front sides
Data Source
AI summary
A track-bearing cabinet fastener having: a track holder with a baseplate; a clamping device provided with (a) a clamping box which is securely fixed at the baseplate for development of an accommodating space inside and has through slots at both top and bottom sides through which the accommodating space is accessed and two ports at its front side, one of which abuts a hook piece, (b) a clamping block which is held in the accommodating space and resisted by springs and has two protruded resisting parts located at its front side and corresponding to the ports, and (c) a clamping plug securely fixed behind the clamping box and the clamping block and closely contacting the springs by which the protruded resisting parts extend into the ports. As such, the track holder can be assembled, positioned and operated easily and safely.