Cable Management Arm Mounting Assembly for Slide Rail Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable management arm technologies are complex and difficult to assemble and detach from slide rail assemblies, failing to meet the changing needs of industries for a simplified and easily mountable solution.
Innovation Solution
A cable management arm supporting device with a modular design featuring a first and second arm, mounting members, cable supporting features, and a supporting base, allowing rapid assembly and detachment from slide rail assemblies through a combination of pivotally and telescopically connected components and elastic elements for secure mounting and easy release.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional cable management arm mounting methods are used, then the structure is stable and reliable, but the assembly and detachment process is complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting member is divided into distinct functional segments: a mounting body for attachment, an operation arm for user interaction, and an elastic portion for securing. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently, enabling rapid assembly and detachment while maintaining structural stability through the coordinated interaction of these simplified segments.
2Ease of operation
If existing mounting structures are used, then the cable management arm is securely mounted, but the structure cannot be easily detached when needed
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure transitions from a static, permanently fixed design to a dynamic, reversible system. The elastic portion can deform to release the locking engagement with the positioning hole, allowing the mounting member to pivot away from the slide rail assembly. This dynamic characteristic enables the structure to maintain secure mounting during operation while allowing easy detachment when needed.
3Productivity
If complex mounting assemblies are used, then the cable management arm is firmly secured to the slide rail assembly, but the mounting process requires significant time and effort
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting member performs its own securing function through the elastic portion that automatically engages with the positioning hole when the mounting member pivots into position. This self-securing mechanism eliminates the need for separate fastening operations, tools, or complex assembly procedures, thereby significantly increasing mounting speed while keeping the overall assembly 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
Enables rapid assembly and easy detachment of the cable management arm from slide rail assemblies, providing a flexible and efficient solution for managing cables while ensuring stability and ease of use.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic portion connected with one side of the connecting portion
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AI summary
A cable management arm supporting device (20) is provided to be mounted between first and second slide rail assemblies (22, 24). The first slide rail assembly (22) includes first and second rails (28, 30) and a third rail (32) movably connected therebetween. The cable management arm supporting device (20) includes: two movably connected arms (36, 40); first and second mounting members (38, 42) respectively connected with end portions of the arms (36, 40) and respectively mounted to the first and second rails (28, 30); a supporting base (46) including two supporting portions (62, 64); two telescopically connected supporting members (48, 50) respectively connected with one supporting portion (62) of the supporting base (46) and the third rail (32); and a third mounting member (52) movably connected with the other supporting portion (64) of the supporting base (46) and releasably connected with the second slide rail assembly (24).