Inserting and Removing Assembly for Server Card Connectors
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Solution Overview
Problem
In electronic devices, particularly servers, the narrow mounting area for card-like components and wires makes it difficult to insert and remove these components without damaging the wires, leading to operational issues and maintenance challenges.
Innovation Solution
An inserting/removing assembly comprising a base, a carrier with a fixing portion, and a pivotally linked handle that allows the carrier to move relative to the base, facilitating easy insertion and removal of connectors and wires by operating the handle.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the card-like electronic component and wire are simultaneously disposed into the housing through manual insertion, then the connector can be connected to the card-like electronic component, but the wire may be squeezed by the housing or other components causing damage or detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the card-like electronic component and wire into a single integrated assembly where the wire is pre-connected to the connector. This merging allows both components to be inserted simultaneously as one unit, eliminating the risk of wire damage during separate insertion operations while maintaining connection reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a guide structure or positioning mechanism that acts as an intermediary during the insertion process. This intermediary component guides the wire and connector through the housing, preventing the wire from being squeezed or damaged by sharp edges or other components during installation.
2Area of stationary object
If the mounting area is narrow due to the slot being close to the edge of the housing, then the card-like electronic component can be positioned near the edge, but it becomes difficult to simultaneously insert the component and dispose the wire into the housing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional insertion approach to a three-dimensional approach by designing the wire routing to pass through the thickness of the housing or utilize vertical space. This dimensional change allows the wire to be disposed into the housing even when the mounting area at the edge is narrow, as the wire can enter through the housing thickness rather than requiring lateral space.
3Reliability
If the wire is disposed into the housing through the narrow mounting area, then the wire connection can be established, but the wire may become detached or damaged causing the electronic device to malfunction
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates protective measures in advance during the wire routing design, such as adding buffer zones, protective coatings, or flexible routing paths that can absorb compression forces. This beforehand cushioning prevents wire damage before it occurs during the insertion process into the narrow mounting area.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent designs the wire routing and housing structure to preemptively counteract the squeezing forces that would otherwise damage the wire. By incorporating expansion spaces, flexible conduits, or positioning features that prevent compression, the system creates preliminary anti-action against the harmful squeezing effect before the wire is subjected to it during installation.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables labor-saving and efficient insertion and removal of electronic components and wires, preventing damage and ensuring smooth operation of electronic devices during maintenance or updates.
Implementation Method 1
The handle is pivotally disposed on the base, and the carrier is located between the base and the handle. The handle is linked with the carrier such that the connector fixed on the fixing portion is moved relative to the base with the carrier.
Data Source
AI summary
An inserting/removing assembly including a base, a carrier and a handle is provided. The base is for carrying an inserting/removing part having a connector. The carrier is disposed on the base and has a fixing portion for fixing the connector. The handle is pivotally disposed on the base, and the carrier is located between the base and the handle. The handle is linked with the carrier such that the connector fixed on the fixing portion is moved relative to the base with the carrier.