Cable-Through Securing Assembly for Multi-Layer Acoustic Panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for suspending acoustic panels using cables and fixings are inadequate for multi-layer suspensions, as they do not provide a secure and efficient way to attach and connect multiple panels to elongate suspending members.
Innovation Solution
A securing assembly with an insertion arrangement and an attaching arrangement that define through passages, allowing an elongate suspending member to be inserted through both, featuring cooperating joining formations and a load spreading portion for secure attachment, and a method involving the use of a piercing tool to form a bore in the article for cable passage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional fixings are used to suspend acoustic panels, then single-layer suspension is achieved, but multi-layer suspension capability is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The securing assembly is divided into distinct functional components: an insertion arrangement with joining formations for attachment to the panel, and an attaching arrangement with a through passage for cable reception. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function while enabling multi-layer suspension capability without excessive overall complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The securing assembly is designed as a universal component that can suspend panels in multiple layers. The through passage allows the elongate suspending member to pass through, enabling the same assembly type to be used for both single-layer and multi-layer configurations, thereby improving adaptability.
2Reliability
If pins are used to attach cables to panels, then simple attachment is achieved, but secure connection for multi-layer panels is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The insertion arrangement features joining formations that nest within corresponding recesses in the panel, creating a secure mechanical interlock. The attaching arrangement then secures the cable within its structure, providing nested layers of security that enhance connection reliability while maintaining ease of installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The securing assembly acts as an intermediary component between the panel and the elongate suspending member. Instead of directly attaching the cable to the panel with pins, the securing assembly provides a mediating structure with through passages and joining formations that creates a more secure and reliable connection.
3Ease of operation
If through passages are defined in both insertion and attaching arrangements, then easy cable insertion is achieved, but structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The through passage functionality is segmented between two components: the insertion arrangement provides a first passage for cable access, and the attaching arrangement provides a second passage for cable transmission. This segmentation allows each component to be relatively simple in structure while collectively providing the complete cable insertion pathway.
Data Source
AI summary
A securing assembly (10) for use in suspending an article, the securing assembly comprising an insertion arrangement (14) for insertion into the article, and an attaching arrangement (12) for attaching the insertion arrangement to a connector (104). The connector is configured to connect the securing assembly (10) to an elongate suspending member (100). Each of the insertion arrangement (14) and the attaching arrangement (12) define a respective through passage (46, 48) to allow the suspending member (100) to be inserted through the securing assembly (10).