Fiber Optic Closure Mount Bracket for Handhole Articulation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mount structures for fiber optic closures in handholes do not allow for universal and standardized placement, attachment, and securing, nor do they facilitate articulation or ergonomic operation, making maintenance and operation challenging.
Innovation Solution
A mount structure comprising a first bracket, a plate, and an arm that allows for universal placement and attachment of fiber optic closures, enabling articulation and ergonomic positioning by attaching to various rail assemblies and incorporating adjustable clamping features to accommodate different rail geometries and fiber optic closure sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If fiber optic closure is placed on the ground or attached to fixed structures in handholes, then the closure is secured and protected, but the closure cannot be articulated or repositioned for maintenance and operation
Solution Approach 1:
The mount structure incorporates a bracket arm assembly with pivot joints that enable dynamic repositioning of the fiber optic closure. The bracket can rotate relative to the rail assembly and the closure can be articulated to multiple positions, transforming the static mounting system into a dynamic one that maintains secure attachment while allowing movement for maintenance operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is divided into separate functional components: a rail assembly fixed to the handhole, a bracket arm with multiple segments connected by pivot joints, and the fiber optic closure. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function while enabling relative movement between components, resolving the contradiction between secure mounting and articulation capability.
2Ease of operation
If fiber optic closure is secured in fixed positions within handholes, then the closure is stable and protected, but placement at ergonomic heights for maintenance and operation is inhibited
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket arm assembly includes pivot joints that allow the fiber optic closure to be positioned at various heights and angles. The system transitions from a fixed stable position to a dynamically adjustable position, enabling ergonomic placement for maintenance while maintaining stability when positioned and secured at the desired location.
Solution Approach 2:
The mount structure is designed to accommodate fiber optic closures at multiple positions and orientations along the rail assembly. The universal mounting capability allows the same structure to serve both protective securement and ergonomic positioning functions, adapting to different maintenance requirements without requiring multiple specialized mounting systems.
3Adaptability or versatility
If standardized mount structures are used for fiber optic closures, then universal placement and attachment are enabled, but adaptability to different rail geometries and closure sizes is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket arm assembly is designed with universal mounting features that can attach to various rail geometries and accommodate different fiber optic closure sizes. The standardized interface design allows the same bracket structure to be used across different applications, reducing the need for custom mounting solutions while maintaining adaptability through adjustable positioning features.
Solution Approach 2:
The mount structure incorporates adjustable parameters such as pivot point positions, arm lengths, and attachment point locations that can be configured to match different rail geometries and closure sizes. By allowing parameter adjustments within the standardized design framework, the system achieves adaptability without requiring complete redesign for each application scenario.
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AI summary
A mount structure for a fiber optic closure is provided. The mount structure includes a first bracket extending along a first axis. The first bracket includes a plurality of first bracket walls at least partially surrounding the first axis. A plate includes a plate wall extending along a second radial direction extending from a second axis. A plate opening extends along the second axis through the plate wall. An arm is extending from the first bracket to the plate. The arm includes a first arm portion extending along a first radial direction from the first axis and a second arm portion extending along the second radial direction.