Hard Disk Drive Shockproof Structure with Thermal Dissipation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional protective structures for hard disk drives in electronic devices effectively absorb shock but hinder heat dissipation due to low thermal conductivity, leading to a shortened service life.
Innovation Solution
A heat dissipation and shockproof structure featuring a carrying component with elastomers and a thermally conductive layer, where the hard disk drive is suspended to prevent compression and heat is dissipated through thermally conductive layers and a metal casing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If foam pads are used to enclose and protect the hard disk drive, then shock absorption is improved, but heat dissipation deteriorates due to low thermal conductivity
Solution Approach 1:
The protective structure is divided into multiple functional segments: rigid protective housing for shock protection, and thermally conductive heat dissipation components with fins for heat transfer. This segmentation allows each component to specialize in its primary function while working together in the integrated system.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses composite material structures combining rigid protective materials for shock absorption with thermally conductive materials for heat dissipation. The protective housing may incorporate thermally conductive pathways or be coupled with heat dissipation components made of materials optimized for thermal transfer, creating a composite structure that addresses both protection and thermal management needs simultaneously.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the hard disk drive is directly mounted to the device chassis, then structural stability is improved, but shock damage risk increases under external force
Solution Approach 1:
The invention incorporates protective housings and shock-absorbing mounting structures that are pre-installed on the hard disk drive before it is installed in the device. These protective elements act as beforehand cushioning measures, ready to absorb shock forces during transportation or accidental drops, preventing direct transmission of external forces to the drive components.
Solution Approach 2:
The protective housing and shock-absorbing mounting structures serve as intermediary elements between the hard disk drive and the device chassis. These intermediaries provide mechanical coupling while isolating the drive from direct shock forces, allowing structural stability through mounting while protecting against shock damage through the protective intermediary layers.
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 structure effectively absorbs shock and enhances heat dissipation, prolonging the service life of the hard disk drive by preventing structural damage and thermal buildup.
Implementation Method 1
the elastomer effectively absorbs shock arising from the shaking of the electronic device
Implementation Method 2
The elastomers are disposed partially on the first extending segments
Implementation Method 3
The thermally conductive layer is conducive to dissipation of heat generated from the hard disk drive in operation
Implementation Method 4
The carrying component dissipates heat generated from the hard disk drive in operation
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AI summary
A heat dissipation and shockproof structure for an electronic module with a hard disk drive is provided. The heat dissipation and shockproof structure includes a carrying component and an elastomer. The carrying component has a fixed segment and two first extending segments. The first extending segments are connected to two ends of the fixed segment, respectively. The fixed segment is connected to a lateral surface of the hard disk drive. The distance between the first extending segments is greater than the thickness of the hard disk drive. The elastomer is disposed partially on the first extending segments at the very least.