Fiber-Optic Module Assembly With Form-Fit Slot Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing module assembly systems for fibre-optic distribution, such as front frame based and rail-based systems, require complex and time-consuming mounting processes, limiting accessibility and convenience for engineers.
Innovation Solution
A module assembly with symmetrically designed side walls featuring curvy and/or multi-step profiles that allow form-fitting mounting in a slot within a carrier unit, utilizing elastic fastening brackets for secure and easy installation without the need for elaborate rail systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If front frame based systems with punched holes and screwing operations are used, then module assemblies can be securely fastened in the carrier unit, but the mounting time becomes long and the process becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the fastening function from complex screwing operations and concentrates it into simple insertion movements. The module assembly is designed with insertion aids that engage with the carrier unit's recesses, allowing secure fastening through simple insertion rather than multiple screwing operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The module assembly's outer housing is designed with integrated insertion aids that automatically engage with the carrier unit's recesses during insertion. This self-aligning, self-fastening mechanism eliminates the need for manual screwing operations and provides secure fastening automatically upon insertion.
2Reliability
If front frame based systems with multiple screwing operations are used, then module assemblies are securely mounted, but the system becomes complex and accessibility is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the complex screwing and alignment operations from the mounting process, leaving only simple insertion. The outer housing's insertion aids are designed to automatically engage with the carrier unit's recesses, eliminating the need for complex fastening mechanisms while maintaining secure mounting.
Solution Approach 2:
The module assembly's outer housing includes integrated insertion aids that self-align and automatically engage with the carrier unit's recesses. This self-service mechanism simplifies the mounting system to basic insertion while ensuring reliable, secure mounting without complex procedures.
3Adaptability or versatility
If rail-based systems with elaborate rail guides and latching points are used, then module assemblies can be flexibly extended and mounted, but the carrier unit design becomes elaborate and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the rail guide and latching point mechanisms from the carrier unit design. Instead, simple recesses are provided in the carrier unit that work with corresponding insertion aids on the module assembly, achieving flexible mounting without elaborate rail systems.
Solution Approach 2:
Rather than providing complex rail guides and latching points in the carrier unit, the invention inverts the approach by providing simple recesses in the carrier unit and equipping the module assembly with insertion aids. This reverses the complexity location to where it belongs - on the movable module rather than the fixed carrier.
Data Source
AI summary
A module assembly (1) for fibre-optic distribution, which is mounted along a mounting direction in a slot (11) defined in a carrier unit (2), with a centre region (M) through which a centre axis (A) oriented in the mounting direction (x) runs. Two side regions (S), each of which is positioned opposite the other relative to the centre axis (A) each have a side wall (20.1). At least one of the side walls (20.1) has in certain sections along the centre axis (A), a curvy and/or multi-step profile that changes a distance (d) from the centre axis (A) such that the at least one side wall (20.1) forms at least one protrusion or setback portion (23, 24, SP) for form-fitting mounting a module assembly (1) in the slot (11) defined in the carrier unit (2).