Cable Carrier Power Supply Integration and Interference Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
In server systems, the mixing of strong and weak electricity in cable carriers leads to unstable signal output and interference, occupying space and increasing costs due to the need for larger cable carriers.
Innovation Solution
A cable carrier apparatus with a power supply function, featuring a chain unit with conductive and insulating layers, separates strong and weak electricity paths, using conductive pillars and arcs to create a power supply and feedback system within the carrier, minimizing interference and cost.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If strong electricity and weak electricity are mixed in the cable carrier, then the cable carrier can provide both power supply and signal transmission, but signal output becomes unstable and interference occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The cable carrier is divided into separate functional regions: a first cable accommodating region for power cables (strong electricity) and a second cable accommodating region for signal cables (weak electricity). The side plate includes distinct first and second cable accommodating grooves that physically separate these regions, preventing electromagnetic interference while maintaining both power supply and signal transmission capabilities
Solution Approach 2:
The power supply function is extracted from the traditional cable carrier structure by providing dedicated power supply rails and power cable accommodating regions. This separates the strong electricity components from the signal transmission components, allowing the cable carrier to maintain signal stability while providing power supply functionality
2Reliability
If a larger cable carrier is used to accommodate separate power and signal cables, then strong and weak electricity can be separated, but the device volume increases and aesthetics are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The cable carrier merges multiple functions into a single integrated structure: it provides both power supply functionality through dedicated rails and grooves, and signal transmission through separate accommodating regions. The side plate structure combines support, cable routing, and electrical separation functions, maintaining a compact form factor while achieving complete electrical separation
Solution Approach 2:
The cable carrier is designed as a multi-functional apparatus that simultaneously serves as a structural support, a power distribution system, and a signal transmission conduit. The side plate with its integrated grooves and rails performs multiple functions including mechanical support, cable routing, and electromagnetic isolation, eliminating the need for separate components
3Device complexity
If traditional cable management is used without power supply function, then the structure is simple, but additional power supply components are needed increasing complexity and cost
Solution Approach 1:
The cable carrier is transformed into a multi-functional component that integrates both cable management and power supply functions. The side plate with its built-in power supply rails, cable accommodating grooves, and mounting holes provides structural support, cable routing, and electrical power distribution in a single component, eliminating the need for separate power supply components and reducing overall system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The power supply function is merged directly into the cable carrier structure through integrated rails and conductive elements. The side plate combines mechanical support features with electrical conduction paths, creating a unified component that performs both cable management and power distribution functions, thereby reducing part count and assembly complexity
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
This design ensures reliable separation of strong and weak electricity, reducing cable carrier size and cost, while maintaining effective cable management and aesthetics.
Implementation Method 1
an insulating layer is attached to an upper side of the conductive layer
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is a cable carrier apparatus with a power supply function. The apparatus includes a chain unit, where the chain unit includes a bottom plate, a side plate is provided on each of both sides of the bottom plate, a slot is provided on the side plate; a detachable plate is mounted in the slot, the chain unit is provided with a mounting hole and a mounting pillar, where a conductive layer is provided on each of both sides of the side plate of the chain unit, and an insulating layer is attached to an upper side of the conductive layer. In this way, the cable carrier can have a power supply function, and strong electricity and weak electricity are separated so as to reduce interferences.