Detachable Controller With Modular Fan Cooling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing controllers for display devices are not designed to function seamlessly in both integrated and separated states, limiting their versatility and maintenance efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A controller with a detachable housing, a control unit, a connecting mechanism for electrical connection, and a detachable fan system, allowing for easy integration and separation while maintaining cooling functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the controller is designed to be detachably attached to the display device, then the versatility and ease of maintenance are improved, but the structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The controller is divided into separable components: a control unit housed in a housing, and a fan unit that can be detached. The housing includes a fan attaching structure that allows the fan unit to be attached or detached as needed. This segmentation enables the controller to function in both integrated and separated states while managing structural complexity through modular design.
2Ease of repair
If the fan is detachably attached to the housing, then the ease of maintenance and cooling functionality are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The fan is separated from the control unit and attached to the housing via a fan attaching structure. This allows the fan to be detached independently for maintenance or replacement without affecting the control unit, improving ease of repair while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The fan attaching structure enables dynamic reconfiguration of the controller assembly. The fan can be attached when cooling is needed and detached when maintenance is required or when the controller operates in a state where cooling is less critical, providing operational flexibility.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the same controller is used in both integrated and separated states, then the adaptability is improved, but the reliability may worsen due to connection and disconnection cycles
Solution Approach 1:
The controller is designed with universal functionality to operate in both integrated and separated states. The connecting part provides electrical connection when attached, and the fan attaching structure allows the fan to be attached or detached based on operational requirements, enabling the same controller to serve multiple functions and configurations.
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
Enables the same controller to be used in both integrated and separated states, facilitating maintenance and ensuring effective cooling, thus enhancing operational flexibility and ease of use.
Implementation Method 1
a fan configured to cool the control unit
Data Source
AI summary
A controller is detachably attached to a back face of a display device. The controller includes: a housing; a control unit housed in the housing and configured to control the display device; a connecting part configured to electrically connect the control unit to the display device; a fan configured to cool the control unit; and a fan attaching structure provided on the housing and configured to detachably attach the fan to the housing.