Modular Extruded Rack Framework for Seismic Load and Space Efficiency
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current datacenter rack cabinet systems are inefficient in terms of space and material usage, and fail to meet dynamic load requirements, particularly in seismically active areas, due to their fixed design and significant weight, which limits horizontal and vertical space utilization and increases costs.
Innovation Solution
A modular, seismically engineered building-block rack framework with extruded vertical and horizontal structural members that can be cut to length, featuring symmetrical designs for efficient coupling and seismic bracing, allowing for flexible installation and incremental seismic adaptation, enabling high-density storage with reduced footprint and increased dynamic load capacity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If standard rack cabinet systems are used, then structural strength and stability are provided, but space utilization is limited and material usage is excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The rack system is divided into modular components including vertical posts, horizontal rails, and adjustable mounting brackets. These segmented elements can be configured in different arrangements to optimize space utilization while using only the necessary materials for each specific application, eliminating the need for complete standardized rack cabinets.
2Adaptability or versatility
If fixed design rack cabinets are used, then structural stability is ensured, but adaptability to different equipment configurations is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The rack system incorporates adjustable mounting brackets and reconfigurable horizontal rails that can be positioned at various heights and angles. This dynamic configuration capability allows the structure to adapt to different equipment sizes and layouts while maintaining structural stability through proper engineering of the adjustable components.
3Strength
If seismically engineered racks are used, then dynamic load capacity is improved, but weight and material usage increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
Seismic strengthening features are applied locally only where dynamically loaded equipment is mounted, rather than uniformly throughout the entire rack structure. This includes localized bracing and reinforcement at specific mounting points, achieving the necessary dynamic load capacity while minimizing overall weight and material usage.
Data Source
AI summary
A storage system for mounting equipment includes a plurality of vertical structural side members positioned at corners of the storage system. A plurality of horizontal structural members is coupled to the plurality of vertical structural side members. Specifically, each of the horizontal structural members has a plurality of corners, and each corner of each horizontal structural member is coupled to one of the vertical structural side members. Each vertical structural side member is an extrusion having a length selected to accommodate a desired height in a facility in which the storage system is installed.