Optical Fiber Terminal Clamp Assembly for Sealed Conduit Replacement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing optical fiber cable clamps are not optimized for easy removal and replacement, can be damaged during installation, and are costly, lacking robustness and efficient sealing.
Innovation Solution
A clamp assembly with detachable partial elongated arc bodies forming a closed loop structure, secured by fastening means, and equipped with a locking nut for secure engagement with optical fiber terminals, providing environmental sealing and damage prevention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional cable clamps with corrugated tubes are used, then cable protection is provided, but the clamps cannot be removed or replaced and can be damaged during installation
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp assembly is divided into multiple detachable clamp members (first clamp member, second clamp member, third clamp member, fourth clamp member) that can be separated and reassembled. Each clamp member has corresponding engagement features that allow them to be connected together to form a complete clamp structure, enabling removal and replacement while maintaining connection reliability during installation
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional cable clamps are used, then cable securing is achieved, but they are not optimized to contain maximum number of patch cords and are costly
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp assembly with multiple detachable clamp members can accommodate multiple corrugated tubes and patch cords simultaneously. The modular design allows the same clamp structure to be used for different numbers and configurations of cables, maximizing utility while maintaining a relatively simple standardized component design
3Object-affected harmful factors
If conventional cable clamps are used, then cable protection is provided, but sealing is not robust and environmental protection is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
A sealing ring is incorporated in the clamp assembly to provide environmental sealing between the clamp members and the corrugated tubes. The sealing ring creates a barrier against moisture, dust, and other environmental contaminants, ensuring robust sealing and protection of the connected cables and connectors
4Ease of operation
If conventional cable clamps are used, then cable securing is achieved, but installation and removal processes can damage the corrugated conduit
Solution Approach 1:
The detachable clamp members are designed with engagement features that allow for dynamic assembly and disassembly without applying excessive or concentrated forces to the corrugated conduit. The distributed contact points and gradual engagement mechanism enable installation and removal while minimizing stress and potential damage to the conduit
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AI summary
The present disclosure relates to an optical fiber terminal (100) having one or more circular ports (106) to receive a corrugated conduit (108) and a clamp assembly (110) to be engaged with a port of the circular ports (106). In particular, the clamp assembly (110) has a plurality of partial elongated arc bodies (112) and a fastening means (116) adapted to detachably secure the plurality of partial elongated arc bodies (112) to form a clamp body (114) such that the clamp body (114) secures the at least one corrugated conduit (108). Further, the clamp body (114) forms a closed loop structure in the cross section.