Connecting assembly for rack system
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Solution Overview
Problem
In rack systems with larger capacity servers, the weight of cables exceeds the capacity of cable management arms, causing excessive load on slide rail assemblies, which can lead to deformation and instability.
Innovation Solution
A connecting assembly that includes a rack with dual slide rail assemblies and cable management arms, where a supporting base is attached to the carried object to enhance the supporting structure, and a linking member connects the slide rail assemblies to distribute the load effectively, ensuring the cable management arms can expand or fold to manage cables and prevent leaning during movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the server requires more cables for larger capacity, then the cable management capability is improved, but the weight of cables exceeds the weight limit of the cable management arm
Solution Approach 1:
A supporting base is introduced as an intermediary component between the carried object and the cable management arms. The supporting base provides additional structural support to bear the weight of heavy cables, allowing the cable management arms to effectively manage cables without being overloaded. This mediator transfers part of the load-bearing function from the cable management arms to the supporting base.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the cable management arm holds heavy cables, then the cable management function is improved, but excessive load is caused on the slide rail assemblies
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting base acts as a mediator that intercepts and bears part of the load from heavy cables before it reaches the slide rail assemblies. By positioning the supporting base on the carried object, it creates an intermediate support structure that reduces the force transmitted to the slide rails, preventing excessive load while maintaining effective cable management.
Solution Approach 2:
The load-bearing function is segmented into multiple components: the supporting base bears part of the cable weight, while the cable management arms manage cable routing. This segmentation distributes the mechanical stress across different structural elements, preventing any single component (particularly the slide rail assemblies) from experiencing excessive load.
3Strength
If the cable management arm is designed to support cables, then the cable holding capability is improved, but deformation of slide rail assemblies occurs under excessive load
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting base serves as a stabilizing intermediary that prevents excessive load from deforming the slide rail assemblies. By providing additional support from the carried object, it maintains the structural integrity and stability of the slide rail system while allowing the cable management arms to maintain their cable-holding capability.
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AI summary
A rack system includes a carried object (36), a first cable management arm (38), a second cable management arm (42) and a supporting base (44). The carried object (36) is mounted to the rack (20) through a pair of slide rail assemblies (24, 30). The first cable management arm (38) is detachably connected to one of the slide rail assemblies (24, 30) . The second cable management arm (42) is pivotally connected to the first cable management arm (38) . The second cable management arm (42) is detachably connected to the carried object (36). The supporting base (44) is attached to the carried object (36) and configured to support at least one of the first cable management arm (38) and the second cable management arm (42).