Modular Network Interface Device with Removable Insert
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current network interface devices (NIDs) for fiber optics are cumbersome and costly due to the need for multiple modules and hardware components, making assembly and connection processes time-consuming and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A modular network interface device design featuring a housing with a removable insert that includes a base plate, adapter plate, and organizer arms, which simplifies the connection process by reducing the number of components required and allowing for easy interchange of different designs for various connection needs, along with an auxiliary cover for access control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different modules and hardware components are used to house connectors and splice sleeves, then the NID can facilitate necessary fiber optic connections, but the assembly process becomes time-consuming and the product cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate hardware components (connectors, splice sleeves, mounting structures) into a single integrated insert assembly. The insert includes a base plate with integrated features for securing splice sleeves, mounting connectors, and organizing fiber optic cables, eliminating the need for multiple discrete modules and reducing assembly complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The insert is designed as a universal component that can accommodate various types of fiber optic connectors and splice sleeves through standardized mounting features. The base plate includes multiple adapter apertures and securing mechanisms that work with different connector types, providing versatile fiber optic connection capability without requiring multiple specialized modules
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different modules and hardware components are used, then the NID can facilitate necessary fiber optic connections, but the assembly process becomes time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The insert is pre-assembled with all necessary mounting features, securing mechanisms, and organizational elements integrated into a single unit before installation. The base plate includes pre-positioned adapter apertures, splice sleeve mounting features, and cable management structures that are ready for immediate installation, eliminating the need for on-site assembly of multiple components
Solution Approach 2:
By consolidating multiple components into one integrated insert, the patent reduces the number of assembly steps required during installation. The single insert unit can be installed as one component rather than assembling multiple separate modules, significantly reducing assembly time while maintaining full fiber optic connection capability
Data Source
AI summary
A network interface device includes a housing. The housing includes a base and a cover, the cover connected to the base and movable relative to the base between an open position and a closed position. The network interface device further includes an insert removably connectable to the base. The insert includes a base plate, and an adapter plate extending from the base plate and defining a subscriber section of the insert and a provider section of the insert. The subscriber section and provider section are opposite each other relative to the adapter plate. The adapter plate defines one or more adapter apertures extending therethrough. The insert further includes an organizer arm which includes a support member, an upper portion extending from the support member, and a lower portion extending from the support member opposite the upper portion.