Cable Tensioning Mechanism for Sliding Display Wiring
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable management systems in computing devices with movable displays fail to maintain tension on flexible elements, leading to damage and clutter due to excess slack and free movement, especially in systems without a fixed point of articulation.
Innovation Solution
A tensioning mechanism, such as a spring or elastic band, is used to maintain tension on flexible elements like cables during movement by connecting them to a contact point, ensuring the cable is doubled over with minimal slack, even in systems without a fixed point of articulation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a cable is used to connect a movable display to graphics chip, then signal transmission is enabled, but the cable becomes visible, clunky, and may be damaged during movement
Solution Approach 1:
A tensioning element acts as an intermediary between the cable and the movable components, absorbing mechanical stress and preventing direct damage to the cable during display movement. The tensioning element serves as a mediator that protects the cable from harmful forces while maintaining signal transmission capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The tensioning element provides pre-applied tension to the cable assembly, cushioning against sudden movements or excessive forces before they can damage the cable. This preemptive tensioning prevents cable damage by absorbing shock and limiting extreme positions during display movement.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the display can slide or detach without a fixed articulation point, then movement freedom is increased, but cable management becomes complex due to changing cable length requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The cable assembly incorporates a dynamic tensioning mechanism that automatically adjusts cable tension based on the display position. As the display moves and cable length requirements change, the tensioning element dynamically adapts by winding or unwinding, maintaining optimal tension without requiring complex manual adjustment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The tensioning element serves multiple functions simultaneously: it maintains cable tension, accommodates varying cable lengths, guides cable movement, and prevents over-extension. This multi-functional design simplifies the overall cable management system by consolidating several requirements into a single mechanism.
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 prevents cable damage and optimizes space usage by maintaining tension and organizing cables effectively, even in systems with sliding or hinging movements, enhancing longevity and reducing clutter.
Implementation Method 1
a tensioning element in contact with the flexible element, whereby: movement of the second element relative to the first element results in movement of at least one endpoint of the flexible element, and tension is maintained on the flexible element
Data Source
AI summary
Various embodiments relate to an apparatus for flexible element management including a first element; a second element, wherein the second element is movable relative to the first element; a flexible element extending between the first element and the second element; and a tensioning element in contact with the flexible element. Various embodiments disclose an apparatus for flexible element management that may be incorporated in sliding, hinging, and various other movement patterns. Various embodiments disclose an apparatus for management of electrical wiring between two elements, which may include, but are not limited to, a display screen and a housing for electrical components, a memory compartment and a computer, and a power supply and a computer.