Interlocking Electronic Module Layout for Dense Housing Space
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic devices face challenges in optimizing space utilization efficiency, leading to suboptimal accommodation of multiple components and inefficient use of housing space.
Innovation Solution
The electronic device incorporates two electronic modules with concave-convex surfaces that oppositely arrange to form a cross-sectional shape matching the housing's cross-sectional shape, allowing efficient accommodation and improved space utilization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple electronic components are installed in a housing to achieve desired functions, then the functional capability is improved, but the space utilization efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic device is divided into multiple electronic modules (first electronic module, second electronic module, etc.) that can be independently designed and manufactured. Each module contains specific electronic components organized in functional units, allowing the system to achieve desired functionality through modular assembly while optimizing space utilization through standardized module dimensions and configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
Electronic modules are arranged in a nested or tightly packed configuration within the housing. The modules can be stacked vertically or positioned adjacently to maximize the use of available space. The housing structure is designed to accommodate these modules in a space-efficient manner, with minimal gaps and optimized routing for power and signal connections between modules.
2Volume of stationary object
If electronic modules are arranged to maximize space utilization, then space utilization efficiency is improved, but maintenance accessibility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The modular architecture allows individual electronic modules to be independently accessed, removed, or replaced without affecting other modules. The housing includes access mechanisms such as removable panels or slide-out module trays that enable maintenance personnel to easily reach and service specific modules even when multiple modules are densely packed together, thus maintaining ease of repair while achieving high space utilization.
3Volume of stationary object
If electronic modules are densely packed to improve space utilization, then space utilization efficiency is improved, but cooling efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The housing and module designs incorporate localized cooling features tailored to the thermal characteristics of each electronic module. High-heat-generating modules are positioned near heat sinks, fans, or liquid cooling channels, while low-heat modules are placed in areas with natural convection airflow. The module arrangement and housing structure are optimized to create effective thermal zones that maintain cooling efficiency even when modules are densely packed.
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AI summary
An electronic device includes a housing and two electronic modules. The housing has an accommodation space. The accommodation space has a first cross-sectional shape perpendicular to a first direction. The two electronic modules are disposed in the accommodation space. Each of the electronic modules has a concave-convex surface. The concave-convex surfaces of the two electronic modules are arranged oppositely and cooperate with each other, so that the two electronic modules together form a second cross-sectional shape perpendicular to the first direction, and the second cross-sectional shape matches the first cross-sectional shape.