Cradle Mount Fixing With Integrated Cable Tie for Faster Routing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems require frequent cutting and re-adding of temporary strapping material for each new component added during installation, increasing installation time and labor.
Innovation Solution
A cradle mount fixing with a cable tie portion that temporarily holds components in place during routing, allowing for easy bundling after installation is complete, eliminating the need for continuous reattachment of temporary strapping material.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If temporary strapping material is used to hold components during installation, then components can be held in place, but frequent cutting and re-adding of strapping material is required for each new component, increasing installation time and labor
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing device is segmented into multiple functional portions: a mounting section for attachment to the workpiece, a cradle section with multiple cradle portions (first cradle portion, second cradle portion) for receiving different components, and a cable tie portion for securing components. This segmentation allows each portion to perform its specific function independently, eliminating the need for repeated strapping material attachment.
Solution Approach 2:
The single fixing device performs multiple functions: the mounting section attaches to the workpiece, the cradle sections hold multiple different components (first component, second component), and the cable tie portion secures all components simultaneously. This multi-functionality replaces the need for separate temporary strapping operations for each component.
2Reliability
If temporary strapping material is used for each component, then components are secured during installation, but the process requires continuous reattachment of strapping material, increasing labor complexity
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple securing functions are merged into a single cable tie portion that can wrap around and secure multiple components (first component, second component) simultaneously to the body section. This combines what would otherwise require multiple separate strapping operations into one action, reducing labor complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable tie portion acts as an intermediary mechanism between the components and the body section, providing a unified securing method that eliminates the need for direct repeated attachment operations. The retainer tabs also serve as intermediaries by providing retention features within each cradle portion.
3Productivity
If multiple cradle portions are used to hold multiple components, then all components can be secured simultaneously, but the fixing device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The cradle section is segmented into multiple cradle portions (first cradle portion, second cradle portion), each with its own cradle arms and retainer tabs. This segmentation allows simultaneous holding of multiple components while maintaining a modular structure that is relatively simple to manufacture and install.
Data Source
AI summary
A cradle mount fixing that includes a cradle section, a mounting section, and a cable tie portion. The cradle section defines a channel that is configured for receiving a component. The cradle section includes a body section, a first cradle portion, and a second cradle portion. The first and second cradle portions define first and second cradles. The first and/or second cradle portions include cradle arms that may define inwardly extending retainer tabs that are configured for retaining the component in the first and/or second cradles. The mounting section is configured for attachment to a workpiece to secure the fixing to the workpiece. The mounting section connects to the cradle section. The cable tie portion may be integrally formed with the cradle section. The cable tie portion is configured to wrap around and secure the component to the body section.