Cable Attaching Assembly Anchor Element Security Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current security systems for portable electronic components, such as computer keyboards, are inefficient due to the complexity of setting up cable securing assemblies, which can deter employees from consistently implementing security measures, and existing methods like surveillance cameras and tags are ineffective in preventing theft in large showroom environments.
Innovation Solution
A cable attaching assembly with an anchor element and cover assembly that securely fastens a cable to a portable component, using a single piece of metal to define transverse legs and a cover assembly with aligned openings to prevent reorientation and withdrawal, combined with a lock assembly for added security.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a cable accepting assembly is used to secure cables to portable components, then security effectiveness is improved, but device complexity and difficulty of assembly increase
Solution Approach 1:
The cable accepting assembly is divided into separate components: a cable clamp assembly that attaches to the component, and a cable that threads through it. This segmentation allows each part to be simple while the combination provides effective security, reducing overall assembly complexity while maintaining security effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable clamp assembly is designed to be self-securing through a ratchet mechanism that automatically locks when the cable is threaded through, eliminating the need for additional fastening steps or complex assembly procedures. The cable itself serves as both the securing element and the tensioning mechanism.
2Reliability
If multiple plates with offset tangs are used in the cable accepting assembly, then security effectiveness is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple plates with offset tangs are merged into a single integrated cable clamp assembly that performs the same security function. This consolidation maintains the security effectiveness of having multiple attachment points while dramatically simplifying the assembly process, as employees only need to install one component rather than multiple precisely aligned plates.
3Area of stationary object
If surveillance cameras are used to monitor showrooms, then security coverage is improved, but cost and effectiveness deteriorate due to monitoring requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The cable accepting assembly acts as an intermediary security measure between the portable component and potential thieves. Instead of relying on remote surveillance to detect and prevent theft, the physical cable restraint provides immediate, passive security that works automatically without human intervention or monitoring resources.
4Loss of information
If tags are used on articles to be sensed by scanners, then security tracking is improved, but response time deteriorates allowing theft to occur
Solution Approach 1:
The cable accepting assembly implements preliminary anti-theft action by physically restraining the portable component before any theft attempt can occur. The cable restraint is in place beforehand, preventing the component from being removed from the prescribed area, rather than detecting and responding to theft attempts after they have already begun.
Data Source
AI summary
The combination of a portable component, a cable attaching assembly, and a cable. The component has a wall with oppositely facing inside and outside surfaces and an opening. The cable attaching assembly has an anchor element with first and second transverse legs. The first leg is directed into the opening in a first direction into a first position with the anchor element in a first orientation. The anchor element is changed from the first orientation, with the anchor element in the first position, to place the anchor element in an operative position, wherein the first leg is situated in confronting relationship with the inside of the wall. The cable is connected to the anchor element so that the anchor element cannot be reoriented from the operative position to allow the anchor element to be withdrawn from the opening. The anchor element is the only component required in the opening.