Detachable Authentication Device Cable Strain Management
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image forming apparatuses with integrated authentication systems face challenges in securely and efficiently managing the installation and operation of authentication devices, particularly in public or low-security environments where the authentication device is not always necessary, leading to potential issues with device durability and user authentication convenience.
Innovation Solution
The image reading device incorporates a detachable communication device within a turning unit, a connecting unit for a communication cable, and a cable guide to facilitate the connection between the authentication card reader and the control unit, allowing for easy attachment and detachment of the authentication device, reducing cable strain and improving user authentication accessibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the authentication device is integrated into the image forming apparatus, then user authentication can be performed, but the cable connecting the authentication device to the control unit is subjected to strain when the turning unit is opened or closed, reducing device durability
Solution Approach 1:
A cable guide member is introduced as an intermediary component between the turning unit and the control unit. This cable guide member has a guiding portion that directs the cable along a predetermined path, preventing the cable from being pinched or strained during opening/closing operations. The cable guide member acts as a mediator that protects the cable while maintaining the connection between the authentication device and control unit.
2Reliability
If the authentication device is always installed in the image forming apparatus, then security is maintained, but the device complexity increases and installation/removal becomes difficult when authentication is not needed
Solution Approach 1:
The authentication device is designed with dynamic installation characteristics. The turning unit can be opened to allow easy installation or removal of the authentication device from the image forming apparatus. When authentication is not needed, the device can be removed, and when needed, it can be easily installed by simply opening the turning unit and mounting the device, making the system dynamically adaptable to security requirements.
3Reliability
If the authentication device is mounted on the image forming apparatus main unit, then personal authentication can be performed, but the cable management becomes complex and accessibility for users is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The authentication device is mounted on the turning unit rather than directly on the main unit body, utilizing a different spatial dimension. The turning unit can be opened to provide user access to the authentication device interface. This dimensional arrangement allows the cable to be managed through the cable guide member while maintaining easy user accessibility to the authentication functions.
Data Source
AI summary
An image reading device includes a reading unit having a reader to read an image on a sheet, a turning unit to turn with respect to the reading unit, a hinge to turn the turning unit, and a cable guide. The turning unit includes a communication device main unit, a connecting unit, and a connecting cable. The communication device main unit is detachably mounted within the turning unit and receives data from outside the image reading device by wireless communication. The connecting unit is provided in the turning unit and connected to a communication cable that is connected to the communication device main unit. The connecting cable connects between the connecting unit and a control unit provided to the reading unit. The cable guide is provided between the reading unit and the turning unit and guides the connecting cable to the control unit provided to the reading unit.