Flat Cable Retainer Assembly for Vibration-Stable Vehicle Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable retention systems are inefficient in securely connecting flat cables and objects within vehicles, leading to noise and movement issues.
Innovation Solution
A cable retainer system comprising a base and a retention member, with a securing protrusion and fastener, that securely connects flat cables and objects through an interference fit and alignment of openings, limiting movement and noise.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing cable retention systems are used to connect flat cables and objects, then the connection can be established, but noise and movement issues occur due to insufficient securing
Solution Approach 1:
The cable retainer is divided into two separate components: a base portion and a retention member portion. These can be assembled together to form a complete retention system, allowing for flexible installation and adjustment while maintaining secure connection of the flat cable between the components.
Solution Approach 2:
The retention member acts as an intermediary component that secures the flat cable to the base. The retention member with its receptacle and positioning body creates a mechanical interface that prevents movement and noise, effectively mediating the connection between the cable and mounting surface.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a secure connection is achieved using traditional methods, then movement is limited, but the system becomes complex and difficult to assemble
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the retainer into a base and retention member that can be separately assembled, the system reduces complexity compared to traditional monolithic designs. The modular approach allows for easier installation while maintaining stable connection through the interconnected geometry of the components.
Solution Approach 2:
The securing protrusion of the base nests into the receptacle of the retention member, with the positioning body fitting into the securing protrusion. This nested arrangement creates a compact, stable connection that limits movement while keeping the overall structure simple and easy to assemble.
3Ease of manufacture
If a monolithic cable retainer design is used, then manufacturing is simple, but adaptability to different cable configurations is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The segmented design allows the base and retention member to be manufactured separately using simple processes, then assembled to create an adaptable connection system. The modular components can accommodate different cable sizes and configurations while maintaining ease of manufacture for each individual part.
Solution Approach 2:
The base and retention member are designed with universal features that allow them to work together in various cable retention applications. The receptacle, positioning body, and securing protrusion create a multi-functional interface that can adapt to different flat cable configurations while maintaining simple manufacturing processes.
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AI summary
A cable retainer may include a base and a retention member. The base may include a platform, a fastener, a securing protrusion, and a securing protrusion opening disposed in the securing protrusion. The fastener may extend from the platform and may be engageable with a second object. The securing protrusion may extend from the platform and may be disposable through a portion of a flat cable. The retention member may include a wall and a retention member opening. The securing protrusion may be connectable to the wall to secure said flat cable between the platform and the retention member. When in an assembled configuration, the securing protrusion opening and the retention member opening may be at least partially aligned with one another and define a common passage to receive a connector to connect a first object to the base and the retention member.