Crossover Fastener Assembly for Universal Crossed-Arm Fixation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fasteners for securing wireless communications hardware, such as antennas and antenna towers, are highly dependent on the design of the hardware parts and structural demands, lacking a universal design that can effectively address the specific needs and constraints of these components.
Innovation Solution
A crossover fastener assembly comprising crossed arms, a bridge, and a compression frame with opposing members and bolts, designed to prevent relative rotation and securely attach the arms together, utilizing a bridge and compression frame to maintain stability and alignment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing fasteners are designed to meet specific structural demands and hardware configurations, then the fixation reliability is improved, but the device complexity and design variety increase
Solution Approach 1:
The crossover fastener is designed as a universal fixation device that can accommodate various arm configurations and structural demands through standardized components (bridge, compression frame, opposing members) rather than requiring custom designs for each application. The fastener maintains reliability across different uses by providing consistent structural support and alignment capabilities.
2Adaptability or versatility
If custom fastener designs are created for individual hardware configurations, then the adaptability is improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The fastener is divided into modular segments including the bridge, compression frame, and opposing members that can be manufactured separately and assembled. This segmentation allows each component to be produced using standardized manufacturing processes, reducing overall manufacturing complexity while maintaining adaptability to different hardware configurations through modular assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The standardized bridge and compression frame components are designed to work with various arm types and configurations, providing universal adaptability without requiring custom manufacturing for each application. The modular design enables the same components to serve multiple functions across different hardware setups.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple fastener designs are used to accommodate different structural demands, then the versatility is improved, but the loss of time in selection and installation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The crossover fastener serves as a universal solution that can address various structural demands with a single standardized design, eliminating the need to select from multiple different fastener types. This universality reduces selection time and simplifies the installation process while maintaining versatility through the inherent design capabilities of the bridge and compression frame structure.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The crossover fastener provides a secure and stable fixation for wireless communications hardware, ensuring effective attachment and alignment of components, reducing the need for custom designs tailored to individual hardware configurations.
Implementation Method 1
opposing member corners with fitments for bolts, the bolts operable to move the opposing members closer together
Data Source
AI summary
A crossover fastener for securing crossed structural arms via a bridge and clamp assembly.