Electronic Equipment Rack With Multi-Axis Suspension and Self-Propulsion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional electronic mobility solutions fail to meet the demands of modern electronic mobility requirements, particularly in dynamic environments, due to limitations in shock absorption, environmental control, security, power conditioning, and wireless data access.
Innovation Solution
The development of an electronic component transport system with directional self-propulsion, multi-axis suspension, biometric security, wireless data interfacing, on-board power conditioning, and environmental control, which includes a platform with mobility control, suspension systems, power conditioners, and environment control units to maintain electronic components in a stable and secure condition.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional electronic mobility solutions are used, then basic mobility is provided, but shock absorption and environmental control are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into distinct functional modules: suspension system with multiple axes, environmental control system with temperature and humidity control, power conditioning system, and security system. Each module independently addresses specific requirements, allowing the complex system to be managed through modular components that can be developed and maintained separately.
Solution Approach 2:
The suspension system employs dynamic adjustment capabilities with multi-axis suspension that can adapt to different terrain conditions and shock levels. The system transitions from static traditional mobility solutions to dynamic adaptive mobility, where the suspension characteristics can be modified in real-time to optimize performance for varying operational environments.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If multi-axis suspension is implemented, then shock absorption is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces intermediary components between the mobile platform and the electronic equipment rack, including suspension elements and damping mechanisms. These intermediaries absorb and attenuate shocks and vibrations before they reach the sensitive electronic equipment, effectively protecting the equipment while managing the complexity through dedicated intermediary subsystems.
Solution Approach 2:
The suspension system is nested within the mobile platform structure, with multiple levels of suspension and damping mechanisms integrated into each other. The electronic equipment rack is nested within the protected environment created by the suspension system, creating a hierarchical structure where simpler components are contained within more complex systems that provide progressively higher levels of protection.
3Stability of the object's composition
If environmental control is added, then electronic component stability is improved, but power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The environmental control system incorporates feedback mechanisms that continuously monitor temperature, humidity, and other environmental parameters within the equipment rack. The system adjusts heating, cooling, and humidification operations based on real-time conditions, maintaining stable environmental parameters while minimizing power consumption by avoiding unnecessary operation of environmental control devices.
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AI summary
A method and apparatus for an electronic equipment rack that provides mobility through directional self-propulsion and multi-axis suspension. The electronic equipment rack further provides self-powered operation and environmental control with wireless access, while protecting against unauthorized access, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and dust contamination. An alternate embodiment provides a non-mobile electronic equipment rack with multi-axis suspension, while optionally providing wireless access and protection against unauthorized access and the environment.