Modular Slide Rail Assembly for Adjustable Auxiliary Length
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing slide rail assemblies require different lengths of sliding auxiliary devices to match varying rail lengths, posing a challenge in accommodating diverse furniture systems effectively.
Innovation Solution
A slide rail assembly with a sliding auxiliary device comprising mutually engaged parts, including rolling members and meshing features, allows for adjustable length configurations and smooth movement between rails, featuring a synchronizing member for stability and support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If sliding auxiliary devices with different lengths are used to match varying rail lengths, then the compatibility with different furniture systems is improved, but the device complexity and inventory requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The sliding auxiliary device is divided into multiple detachable parts that can be combined in different configurations. The device includes a first part and a second part that can be connected or separated, allowing the same basic component to serve multiple length requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The sliding auxiliary device transitions from a fixed-length design to an adjustable-length design. The detachable connection mechanism allows the device to dynamically change its effective length by adding or removing parts, adapting to different rail lengths without requiring multiple fixed designs.
2Ease of manufacture
If a fixed-length sliding auxiliary device is used, then the manufacturing and inventory process is simplified, but it cannot accommodate varying rail lengths in different furniture applications
Solution Approach 1:
The device is segmented into standardized modular parts that can be manufactured using the same processes, then combined in different quantities to achieve various lengths. This maintains manufacturing simplicity while enabling length adjustment.
Solution Approach 2:
The same basic part design serves multiple functions by being used in different combinations. A single part type can be used to create sliding auxiliary devices of various lengths, eliminating the need for multiple specialized components.
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
Enables flexible adjustment of sliding auxiliary devices to match different rail lengths, ensuring smooth operation and stability in furniture systems like drawer assemblies, enhancing usability and compatibility.
Implementation Method 1
At least one rolling member is mounted to one of the first part and the second part for facilitating the second rail to move relative to the first rail
Data Source
AI summary
A slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail and a sliding auxiliary device. The second rail is longitudinally movable relative to the first rail. The sliding auxiliary device is movably arranged between the first rail and the second rail. The sliding auxiliary device includes a first part and a second part mutually engaged. At least one rolling member is mounted to one of the first part and the second part for facilitating the second rail to move relative to the first rail.