Capacitor Box Engagement Structure for Screwless Rack Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional server mechanisms for installing supercapacitors are inconvenient, as they typically require screwing and do not accommodate multiple configurations, limiting flexibility and ease of installation.
Innovation Solution
A box and rack assembly with a fixed engagement structure and a movable engagement structure, including a cantilever part and an engagement part, allow for easy installation and removal of capacitors without the need for screws, using a combination of fixed and movable components to form an accommodation space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional screwing mechanism is used to fix supercapacitor, then the supercapacitor is securely fixed, but the installation becomes inconvenient and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a movable engagement structure with a spring-loaded cantilever arm that dynamically adjusts during insertion. The cantilever arm automatically engages with the capacitor's engagement groove upon insertion, providing secure fixation without requiring manual screwing operations. This dynamic mechanism resolves the contradiction by enabling both quick installation and secure fixation.
Solution Approach 2:
The engagement structure is designed to self-engage automatically when the capacitor is inserted into the box. The movable engagement structure with cantilever arm detects the presence of the capacitor and locks it in place through the engagement groove, eliminating the need for additional fastening operations. This self-service mechanism significantly reduces installation time while maintaining secure fixation.
2Ease of operation
If screwing mechanism is used, then the supercapacitor is firmly fixed, but the installation process becomes complex and inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the complex screwing mechanism and replaces it with a simplified engagement structure consisting of a movable arm with a spring and an engagement groove. This extracted design maintains the fixation function while eliminating the complexity of screws, screwdrivers, and multiple fastening steps, thereby improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the fixation mechanism from a multi-component screw system to a single-piece movable engagement structure. By altering the structural parameters from threaded fasteners to a spring-loaded cantilever arm with a groove, the system achieves firm fixation with significantly reduced mechanical complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional fixed installation mechanism is used, then the structure is simple, but the adaptability to different server configurations is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The engagement structure is designed with universal adaptability to accommodate different capacitor configurations. The movable engagement structure with its spring-loaded cantilever arm and engagement groove can interface with various capacitor types and orientations, making the box adaptable to different server configurations without requiring design changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The dynamic movable engagement structure allows the box to adapt to different capacitor positions and orientations. The spring-loaded cantilever arm can adjust its engagement depth and position, providing versatility for different server configurations while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
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AI summary
This invention provides a box for accommodating capacitor including bottom plate, two first side plates, two second side plates, fixed engagement structure and movable engagement structure. First side plates are disposed opposite to each other. Second side plates are disposed opposite to each other. Side plates are respectively connected to a plurality of side edges of bottom plate so that bottom plate and side plates together form accommodation space. Fixed engagement structure and the movable engagement structure are respectively connected to first side plates. Fixed engagement structure and movable engagement structure are located at a side of accommodation space that is located farthest from bottom plate. Movable engagement structure includes cantilever part and engagement part. Cantilever part is connected to one of first side plates. Engagement part protrudes from movable end part of cantilever part.