Flexible Cable Mounting Bracket with Adjustable Angle
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Solution Overview
Problem
Cable mounting systems with predetermined paths are inadequate for meeting varying installation requirements and field conditions in fiber optic networks, as they lack the necessary modularity to provide predictive paths for cable routing.
Innovation Solution
A flexible cable mounting system with an elongated surface affixed to brackets, featuring a third portion that can flexibly vary the angle between linear and arc profiles, allowing for adjustments from 0 to 180 degrees, and including notches for secure cable guidance and attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a predetermined cable path is used, then the cable routing is simple and straightforward, but the system lacks adaptability to varying installation requirements and field conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The cable mounting system is divided into multiple modular sections, each capable of independent positioning and orientation. These segments can be independently adjusted to create custom cable paths that adapt to various installation requirements while maintaining overall system simplicity through standardized modular components
Solution Approach 2:
The cable mounting system incorporates dynamically adjustable components that allow the cable path to be reconfigured based on installation needs. The system transitions from a fixed predetermined path to a dynamic, adaptable structure where mounting positions and orientations can be modified during installation to meet varying field conditions
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed angle cable mounting system is used, then the manufacturing and installation process is simplified, but the system cannot accommodate different turn requirements such as 90 degrees or 180 degrees
Solution Approach 1:
The cable mounting system employs dynamically adjustable mounting angles and orientations that can be configured during installation. The system allows operators to set specific turn angles (90 degrees, 180 degrees, or other configurations) by adjusting modular components to the required positions, maintaining ease of operation through simple mechanical adjustment mechanisms
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables change of geometric parameters such as mounting angles and cable path configurations to accommodate different turn requirements. By allowing parameter adjustment within a standardized modular framework, the system achieves versatility for various cable routing needs while preserving ease of installation through straightforward parameter modification
Data Source
AI summary
A flexible cable mounting system has one or more brackets. The flexible cable mounting system has an elongated surface affixed to the one or more brackets and configured to guide one or more cables generally parallel along the elongated surface. The elongated surface has a first portion having a generally linear profile. The elongated surface has a second portion having a generally linear profile. The elongated surface has a third portion disposed between the first portion and the second portion. The third portion is flexibly configured to vary an angle formed between the first portion relative to the second portion.