Curved Cable Conduit for Non-Linear Surfaces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Cable management systems fail to properly protect and secure cables, especially in modern architecture with non-linear surfaces, as they often create gaps between the cable management system and the mounting system.
Innovation Solution
A curved cable conduit system with a first end perpendicular to a second end, featuring an inner and outer curved surface that defines a space for cables, is designed to abut mounting surfaces, with engagement features for connecting to adjacent conduits, ensuring secure cable routing and aesthetically pleasing installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional cable management systems are used on non-linear surfaces, then installation is simple, but gaps are created between the cable management system and the mounting system
Solution Approach 1:
The cable conduit is designed with a curved configuration where the inner curved surface is complimentary shaped to non-linear mounting surfaces such as walls and baseboards. This curvature allows the conduit to conform to angled and non-linear surfaces, eliminating gaps between the conduit and the mounting surface while maintaining secure cable protection.
2Reliability
If cable conduits are designed to conform to non-linear surfaces, then cable protection is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cable management system is divided into multiple separate conduit sections, each with specific curved configurations designed to fit particular mounting scenarios. These segmented conduits can be individually selected and combined to match the specific non-linear surfaces in different installation environments, making the system adaptable without requiring a completely custom complex design for each case.
3Reliability
If engagement features are added to connect conduits, then cable security is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The engagement features are integrated directly into the conduit structure itself, merging the connection function with the conduit body. The engagement features include protrusions and recessions that are formed as part of the conduit manufacturing process, allowing multiple conduits to be securely connected in series along non-linear paths without requiring separate fastening components or additional assembly steps.
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AI summary
A cable conduit system including a curved conduit having a first end and a second end with the first end being perpendicular to the second end, and an inner curved surface opposite an outer curved Surface, wherein the inner curved surface and the outer curved surface define a space for receiving a plurality of cables, and wherein the inner curved surface is oriented to abut a mounting surface and is complimentary shaped to the mounting surface.