Cable Box for Computer Case Airflow and Power Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
The increasing complexity of multimedia personal computers leads to messy and disorganized cable arrangements within the computer case, hindering airflow and heat dissipation, and requiring additional power cords for peripheral components, which increases costs and complexity.
Innovation Solution
A cable box with a box body, circuit board, and connectors is installed in a floppy disk drive slot, managing power cords and distributing electricity to peripheral components, reducing cable clutter and enhancing space utilization by storing unused cords.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the number of peripheral components is increased, then the functionality of the computer is improved, but the cable arrangement becomes messier and airflow is hindered
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the cable management function from the existing computer case structure by introducing a separate cable box. This cable box is installed in the floppy disk drive slot and contains all power cords and conducting wires, effectively removing the source of cable clutter from the main computer case interior and allowing airflow to pass through unobstructed.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable box serves as an intermediary component between the power supply and peripheral components. It acts as a central hub that receives power cords from the power supply and distributes them to various peripheral components through organized connecting wires, thereby mediating the complex cable connections and presenting a clean exterior to the computer case.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the number of peripheral components is increased, then the functionality of the computer is improved, but additional power cords are required which increases cost and complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The cable box is designed with multiple connectors that can accommodate different types of peripheral components. Instead of requiring separate power cords for each component, the cable box provides a universal interface with multiple output connectors that can serve various purposes (hard disk, optical disk drive, floppy disk drive, etc.), making the power distribution system multi-functional and adaptable to different configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable box pre-organizes and pre-connects all necessary power cords and conducting wires before they are needed. The power cords are already connected to the circuit board within the cable box, and the connecting wires are pre-routed to the appropriate connectors, eliminating the need for users to purchase and connect additional power cords when adding peripheral components.
3Device complexity
If cables are fixed and collected by straps, then cable organization is improved, but airflow is still hindered and heat dissipation efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The cable box completely removes cables from the airflow path by containing them within a sealed enclosure. The box is installed in the floppy disk drive slot, which is typically located at the front of the computer case, ensuring that all cables are contained within the box and do not obstruct the airflow path through the computer case, thereby restoring heat dissipation efficiency.
4Device complexity
If a modular power supply is used, then cable flexibility is improved, but extra cost and complexity are introduced
Solution Approach 1:
The cable box provides a universal solution that works with standard power supplies and peripheral components without requiring a modular power supply. The box includes multiple connectors that can interface with different types of power cords and peripheral devices, making it compatible with existing computer hardware while providing organized cable management, thereby avoiding the extra cost and complexity of modular power supplies.
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 cable box organization enhances airflow and heat dissipation, eliminates the need for additional power cords, and reduces costs by utilizing existing space within the computer case.
Implementation Method 1
The circuit board is disposed within the box body and electrically connected with the power cord. The connectors are disposed on a sidewall of the box body and electrically connected to the circuit board through corresponding conducting wires, wherein electricity is transmitted from the power supply to the peripheral component through one of the connectors.
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AI summary
A computer includes a computer case, a motherboard, a cable box, a power supply and a peripheral component. The computer case has a first disk drive slot and a second disk drive slot within the inner portion thereof. The cable box is installed in the first disk drive slot. The power supply is connected with the cable box through a power cord. The peripheral component is installed in the second disk drive slot, wherein electricity is transmitted from the power supply to the peripheral component through the cable box.