Cable Management Arm Assembly With Extendable Cable Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable management arm supporting structures are not convenient for installation and use, lacking a simple and effective design for holding and securely supporting cables.
Innovation Solution
A cable management arm assembly with a structurally simple design featuring a first and second arm, a pivotally connected cable base, a supporting base, and extensible/retractable supporting members, along with an elastic element and sliding base, allowing for adjustable positioning and redistribution of weight for stable support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing cable management arm supporting structures are used, then cable support function is provided, but installation convenience and ease of use deteriorate due to complex structure
Solution Approach 1:
The cable management arm assembly is divided into multiple independent segments: first arm, second arm, cable base, supporting base, first supporting member, second supporting member, and sliding base. Each segment can be independently positioned and adjusted, simplifying the overall installation process while maintaining structural functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting members are designed to be extensible and retractable relative to each other, allowing dynamic adjustment of the support structure. The second supporting member can extend and retract along the first supporting member, enabling adaptive positioning that simplifies installation and improves ease of operation.
2Ease of operation
If existing cable management arm supporting structures are used, then cable holding function is provided, but ease of operation deteriorates due to lack of adjustable positioning
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting members are designed with extensible and retractable capabilities, allowing dynamic adjustment of support length and position. The second supporting member can slide along the first supporting member, providing continuous adjustable positioning without requiring complex mechanical assemblies.
Solution Approach 2:
The sliding base acts as an intermediary component between the cable base and the supporting members. It facilitates smooth movement and positioning adjustments by sliding along the second supporting member, enabling easy repositioning while maintaining structural simplicity.
3Ease of manufacture
If simple supporting structure is used, then ease of manufacture is improved, but cable support stability deteriorates due to insufficient weight distribution
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting members are designed to redistribute weight along their length. The second supporting member extends and retracts to balance the weight distribution, preventing excessive sagging of cables while maintaining a simple overall structure that is easy to manufacture.
Solution Approach 2:
The extensible and retractable supporting members provide dynamic weight distribution adjustment. As cables are added or removed, the supporting members can be adjusted to redistribute weight optimally, maintaining stability without requiring a complex over-engineered structure.
4Adaptability or versatility
If extensible supporting members are used, then adaptability is improved for different cable configurations, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The second supporting member is designed to extend and retract along the first supporting member, providing adaptability for different cable configurations and spans. This dynamic adjustment capability is achieved through a simple sliding mechanism rather than complex mechanical assemblies.
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting structure is segmented into multiple independent members that can be independently adjusted. The first and second supporting members can be positioned and extended separately, providing versatility for different cable management needs while keeping each individual component relatively 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 provides stable static and dynamic support, preventing excessive sagging of cables by redistributing weight between components, enhancing convenience and effectiveness in managing cables.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic element connected between the first supporting member and the second supporting member so that the second supporting member can be elastically pulled relative to the first supporting member by the elastic element
Implementation Method 2
the sliding base is connected to the plate and movably connected to the second supporting member
Implementation Method 3
a first supporting member pivotally connected to the supporting base and abutting against the supporting base
Data Source
AI summary
A cable management arm assembly includes first and second arms, a cable base pivotally connected between the arms, a plate fixedly connected to the cable base, a supporting base, first and second supporting members, and a sliding base connected to the plate and slidably connected to the second supporting member. The second supporting member is movably connected to the first supporting member, which is pivotally connected to the supporting base. When the second arm is moved away from the first arm, the cable base is moved away from the supporting base, and the sliding base drives the second supporting member to extend from the first supporting member and the first supporting member to rotate relative to the supporting base (16).