Detachable Memory Module Structure for Easy Upgrades

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional memory modules in computing devices are fixed, making it inconvenient for users to replace or add memory as needed, requiring casing removal and limiting flexibility.

Innovation Solution

A detachable memory module design with an accommodating device and connector system that allows memory devices to be easily connected and disconnected from the computing device, using guiding and positioning mechanisms to ensure secure and stable attachment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If memory is fixed on the computing device, then reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvememory stabilityVSAvoidmemory replacement convenience
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The memory system is divided into a removable memory module and a fixed accommodating device. The memory module can be detached and replaced independently without affecting the computing device structure, resolving the contradiction between fixed stability and replacement convenience.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The memory connection transitions from a static fixed state to a dynamic removable state. The accommodating device provides a standardized interface that allows the memory module to be inserted and removed dynamically, maintaining reliability through proper connection while enabling easy replacement.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If memory is fixed on the computing device, then reliability is improved, but adaptability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvememory connection stabilityVSAvoidmemory upgrade flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The accommodating device provides a universal interface that can accommodate different memory modules. This standardized connection method allows users to upgrade or replace memory with compatible modules, enhancing adaptability while maintaining reliable connections through the统一的接口 design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Device complexity

If memory is fixed on the computing device, then device complexity is reduced, but ease of repair deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvememory installation structureVSAvoidmemory replacement difficulty
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The memory system is segmented into a replaceable module and a fixed accommodating device. This segmentation allows the memory module to be independently removed and replaced without disassembling the computing device, significantly improving ease of repair while maintaining simple overall structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS12610476B2Memory module
Publication Date: 2026.04.21 TOPROOT TECH CORP LTD
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AI summary

The present invention provides a memory module for use in a computing device. The computing device comprises a case, a mainboard and a connector, the case has an installation opening, and the memory module comprises: an accommodating device connected to the mainboard and the case; and a memory device detachably disposed on the accommodating device through the installation opening and connected to the connector. With the memory module of the invention, the memory device can be detached from or connected to the connector.