Cable Retention Bracket With Compressible Modules for Vibration Damping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable retention systems face challenges in providing a reliable and organized method for holding cables, especially on rooftops, and complicate the installation process, often requiring cable transition to smaller sizes for connection to equipment.
Innovation Solution
A retention device comprising a support bracket with a recess, a locking device, and compressible modules that securely hold cables in place, allowing for easy installation and minimizing vibrations, featuring a cam lever or screw locking mechanism for secure tightening.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing cable retention systems are used, then cables can be held in place, but the installation process becomes complicated and requires cable transition to smaller sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The retention device is divided into separate functional modules: a support bracket for structural mounting, compressible modules for cable holding, and a locking device for securing. This segmentation allows each component to perform its function independently, simplifying the overall installation process and eliminating the need for complex cable transitions.
Solution Approach 2:
The retention device is designed with universal applicability to accommodate different cable sizes and types through the compressible modules. The support bracket and locking device provide a standardized mounting interface that works with various cable configurations, eliminating the need for specialized cable transitions or adapters.
2Reliability
If traditional cable holding methods are used, then cables can be secured, but reliable and organized retention is difficult to achieve
Solution Approach 1:
The compressible modules are designed with localized compression zones that can be independently adjusted to fit different cable diameters and shapes. This local quality adjustment ensures reliable retention for each cable while maintaining an organized overall arrangement, as each module can be optimized for its specific cable without affecting others.
Solution Approach 2:
The compressible modules provide dynamic adaptation to cable dimensions through their compression capability. When the locking device is activated, the modules dynamically compress around the cables to provide secure retention, while in the unlocked state, they remain expandable to accommodate cable installation and removal, ensuring both reliability and organization.
3Strength
If cables are held securely in place, then cable weight is supported, but vibrations may increase
Solution Approach 1:
The compressible modules are positioned between the support bracket and the cables before the locking device is activated. These modules serve as a cushioning element that absorbs vibrations and shocks, protecting the cables from harmful vibrations while still providing strong support for the cable weight when compressed by the locking device.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides reliable and efficient cable retention, simplifies the installation process by eliminating the need for cable transition, and effectively supports cable weight while reducing vibrations.
Implementation Method 1
the locking device is configured to lock the end piece of the support bracket to the back piece and compress the at least one compressible module around the one or more cables
Implementation Method 2
the retention device may reduce or minimize vibrations, both in an axial direction along the cable(s) and in a radial direction, wherein the vibrations are absorbed into the compressible module(s) in the retention device holding the cable(s)
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a retention device for holding one or more cables, comprising: a support bracket having at least one end piece with a recess, a back piece, a locking device configured to run through the recess of the support bracket for cooperation with the back piece, and at least one compressible module having a through opening configured to receive one or more cables, wherein the at least one compressible module is arranged between the support bracket and the back piece, and wherein the locking device is configured to lock the end piece of the support bracket to the back piece and compress the at least one compressible module around the one or more cables. Disclosed is also a retention system comprising such a device, a method for holding one or more cables and use of said system.