Adjustable Holding Device for Graphics Adapter Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge is to securely install and support large and heavy graphics adapters within a computing device's housing, as existing solutions fail to adequately prevent damage from vibrations and movements, which can lead to structural failure of the adapter and motherboard slots, and do not accommodate varying adapter sizes or housing dimensions effectively.
Innovation Solution
A holding device with adjustable arms and a gripping member that can be securely positioned to fit different graphics adapter sizes, providing resilient support without excessive force, and is rigidly attached to the housing for enhanced stability, using flexible materials to accommodate various geometries and prevent damage during movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a holding device is added to support the graphics adapter, then the graphics adapter is securely held and stabilized, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holding device is divided into multiple independent components: a housing, a support arm with adjustable positioning mechanism, and a separate gripping member. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function while keeping the overall structure manageable and not overly complex.
Solution Approach 2:
The gripping member is designed to be movable along the support arm, allowing it to automatically position itself at different locations to accommodate graphics adapters of varying sizes and weights. This self-adjusting capability provides reliable support without requiring complex external control mechanisms.
2Strength
If the holding device is rigidly attached to the housing, then the stability and support for the graphics adapter is enhanced, but the ability to accommodate varying adapter sizes is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The gripping member is designed to move along the support arm, transforming the static rigid structure into a dynamic system that can adapt its configuration. This allows the holding device to maintain strong support while accommodating different graphics adapter sizes by repositioning the gripping member to the appropriate location.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If the gripping member uses flexible materials, then damage during movement is prevented, but the gripping force may be insufficient for heavy adapters
Solution Approach 1:
The gripping member is constructed from composite materials that combine the benefits of flexibility and strength. This allows it to provide sufficient gripping force for heavy graphics adapters while maintaining the flexibility needed to prevent damage during movement and installation.
Data Source
AI summary
A holding device for retaining an installable component in a chassis of a computing device may includes a longitudinally extending first arm, and a movably coupled second arm. The holding device may further include a first engaging portion at first end of the holding device, and a second engaging portion at the second end of the holding device. The engaging portions may couple the holding device to the chassis of the computing device. Furthermore, the holding device may comprise a gripping member. The gripping member is to securely retain the installable component within the chassis of the computing device, and is movable across the length of the holding device.