Fiber Optic Adapter Mount With Resilient Retention
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Solution Overview
Problem
The installation of fiber optic cables in multiple dwelling units is complex and time-consuming due to the need for numerous cable connections between a main distribution point and subscriber premises, particularly in indoor settings, leading to increased costs and logistical challenges.
Innovation Solution
A fiber optic adapter mount with a receiving area, retention feature, and mounting feature that allows for flexible attachment to surfaces, providing environmental protection and enabling easy interconnection of fiber optic adapters without requiring a fiber distribution terminal, featuring resilient walls, hinged covers, and connecting features like protrusions and grooves for secure and accessible connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If fiber optic cables are installed in multiple dwelling units with numerous cable connections between main distribution point and subscriber premises, then the fiber optic network can provide broadband bandwidth to end users, but the installation becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple fiber optic adapters into a single integrated adapter assembly that can be mounted at one location. The assembly includes multiple adapters arranged in a compact configuration, allowing multiple fiber connections to be made at a single mounting point rather than requiring separate mounting locations for each adapter, thus reducing installation complexity while maintaining network coverage
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter assembly serves multiple functions: it provides environmental protection for multiple adapters simultaneously, enables easy interconnection of multiple fiber optic adapters, and can be mounted on various surfaces (wall, ceiling, channel) without requiring a fiber distribution terminal. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional equipment and simplifies the overall cabling system
2Reliability
If numerous separate cables are installed to connect each subscriber premises to the main distribution point, then individual subscriber connections are established, but installation time and costs increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter assembly is pre-configured with multiple adapters in a compact arrangement before installation. The resilient walls and retention features are pre-formed to automatically secure adapters when inserted, eliminating the need for time-consuming on-site assembly and adjustment during installation
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient walls automatically engage with the adapters when they are inserted into the assembly, providing self-securing without requiring additional fastening operations. The retention features and actuators allow for easy self-release and removal of adapters, enabling quick reconfiguration or maintenance without professional intervention
3Ease of operation
If traditional fiber distribution terminals are used to manage multiple fiber connections, then organized cable management is achieved, but the system requires additional equipment and installation infrastructure
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter assembly merges the functions of multiple individual adapters and the mounting structure into a single integrated unit. This eliminates the need for separate fiber distribution terminals while maintaining organized cable management through the built-in resilient walls, retention features, and enclosure design
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter assembly provides universal mounting capability that can be installed on various surfaces (wall, ceiling, channel, beneath molding) without requiring specialized fiber distribution terminal infrastructure. The enclosure provides environmental protection while the connecting features enable organized cable management, replacing multiple functions previously requiring separate equipment
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
Facilitates efficient routing and interconnection of fiber optic cables by allowing easy installation and removal of adapters, reducing installation time and costs while maintaining environmental protection and ensuring reliable connections.
Implementation Method 1
One or more resilient walls which may flex to allow the adapter to be received in and/or removed from the receiving area
Data Source
AI summary
A fiber optic adapter mount is disclosed. The fiber optic adapter mount has a receiving area for receiving an adapter, a retention feature and a mounting feature. The retention feature is configured to releasably retain the adapter in the receiving area. The mounting feature is for mounting the adapter mount to a surface.