Circuit Board Clamp Mechanism for Safe Socket Insertion
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Solution Overview
Problem
The insertion of fragile circuit boards into sockets often results in bending and deterioration due to manual handling, and poses risks of static electricity damage, while also causing operator fatigue and repetitive strain injuries.
Innovation Solution
A clamp tool with a hollow casing and a clamp mechanism, featuring a handle and base designed to hold the circuit board securely between stop elements, reducing the need for repetitive wrist movements and preventing static electricity transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual insertion is used, then the operator can directly insert the circuit board, but the circuit board may bend and deteriorate due to applied force
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a clamp tool as an intermediary device between the operator's hand and the circuit board. The clamp mechanism with movable clamp elements provides controlled gripping force, distributing the insertion force evenly across the circuit board edges rather than concentrated finger pressure, thus preventing bending and deterioration while maintaining ease of operation.
2Ease of operation
If manual handling is used, then the operator can handle the circuit board directly, but static electricity may be transmitted from hands to the circuit board
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp tool serves as an intermediary that eliminates direct contact between the operator's hands and the circuit board. By gripping the circuit board through the clamp mechanism's clamp elements rather than fingers, the transmission path for static electricity is broken, protecting sensitive electronic components while maintaining operational ease.
3Productivity
If repetitive manual insertion is performed, then the insertion operation can be completed, but the operator experiences chronic pain and fatigue
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp tool is designed with a trigger-actuated clamp mechanism that automatically grips and releases the circuit board. The operator simply triggers the clamp to close on the board edge, performs the insertion, and releases the trigger for automatic release. This self-servicing mechanism eliminates repetitive manual gripping and positioning gestures, reducing operator fatigue and discomfort while maintaining productivity.
4Reliability
If a clamp tool is used, then the circuit board is protected from damage, but the tool requires installation and removal time
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp tool features an automatic clamp mechanism activated by a trigger. The clamp elements automatically engage with the circuit board when the trigger is pulled and automatically release when the trigger is released. This self-servicing operation eliminates the need for manual installation and removal steps, making the tool ready for use instantly while maintaining circuit board protection throughout the insertion process.
5Ease of operation
If a tool is designed to insert multiple circuit boards at once, then repetitive movements are reduced, but precise installation is required which may be time consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp tool's automatic trigger-actuated mechanism provides precise positioning and gripping without requiring manual alignment or adjustment by the operator. The clamp elements automatically engage with the circuit board edge at the correct position when the trigger is pulled, eliminating the need for time-consuming precise installation while still allowing for efficient batch processing of multiple circuit boards.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a clamp tool (1) for inserting a circuit board (2) into a socket, said clamp tool (1) comprising a hollow casing (10) and a clamp mechanism (20), said casing (10) comprising a handle (110) and a base (120).