Hard Disk Bracket With Spring-Loaded Latching Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional hard disk mounting methods using screws can be cumbersome and may not accommodate different types of hard disks efficiently, lacking flexibility and requiring additional components like expansion cards.
Innovation Solution
A hard disk bracket design featuring rotating arms and latching members with springs, allowing for secure mounting of both types of hard disks without screws, utilizing projections and L-shaped holes for locking and latching, enabling easy adaptation and secure retention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If screws are used to mount hard disks, then secure retention is achieved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to cumbersome installation and removal processes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional screw-based mechanical fastening system with a spring-loaded latching mechanism. The latching members engage with corresponding engagement features on the hard disk, providing secure retention through elastic force rather than threaded fasteners. This substitution eliminates the need for tools and simplifies the installation process while maintaining reliable mounting.
Solution Approach 2:
The spring-loaded latching members automatically engage with the hard disk when inserted, providing self-aligning and self-securing functionality. The elastic deformation of the springs enables the latching mechanism to accommodate slight variations in positioning and provides automatic retention without requiring additional fastening steps, making the system self-servicing during installation.
2Ease of manufacture
If a fixed mounting design is used, then manufacturing simplicity is maintained, but adaptability deteriorates when accommodating different hard disk types
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is designed with multiple latching members positioned at different locations, each capable of engaging with various types of hard disks. The spring-loaded mechanism provides a universal mounting solution that can accommodate different form factors and sizes of hard disks without requiring design modifications, achieving multi-functionality from a single bracket design.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting bracket is divided into multiple independent latching members rather than a single rigid fastening structure. Each latching member can independently engage with different parts of the hard disk, allowing the system to adapt to various hard disk configurations. This segmentation enables versatility while maintaining a simple overall bracket design.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a flexible and secure mounting system that can accommodate various hard disk types without the need for screws, enhancing ease of installation and adaptability while ensuring robust retention and compatibility.
Implementation Method 1
a latching member (50) mounted to the mounting frame (60) and including a spring
Data Source
AI summary
A hard disk bracket for selectively mounting a first type of hard disk or a second type of hard disk includes a mounting frame, a rotating arm, a first rotating bracket, a second rotating bracket, a first latching member, and a second latching member. The rotating arm has one end rotationally coupled to the mounting frame and a second end configured to release or latch the hard disk. The first rotating bracket has one end rotationally coupled to the mounting frame and a second end rotatable about the first end. The second rotating bracket has one end rotationally coupled to the rotating arm and a second end rotatable about the first end. The first latching member is mounted to the mounting frame. The second latching member is mounted to the rotating arm.