Computing Module Coupling Structure for Stable Cover Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing information handling systems lack effective mechanisms for securely and efficiently coupling computing modules, such as batteries, to cover structures, leading to potential misalignment and instability during use.
Innovation Solution
A coupling mechanism is introduced where the computing module features protruding members that fit into cavities defined by coupling members on the cover structure, utilizing flexible projections to maintain alignment and positioning through locking surfaces, and optionally a holder structure for additional support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a coupling mechanism with protruding members and cavities is used, then the reliability of computing module attachment is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling mechanism is divided into separate components: protruding members on the computing module and corresponding cavities on the cover structure. This segmentation allows each component to be independently designed and manufactured while working together to achieve reliable attachment, resolving the contradiction between reliability and complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The protruding members are designed to fit into the cavities in a nested configuration, where the protruding member is inserted into and contained by the cavity structure. This nesting approach creates a secure mechanical interlock that improves attachment reliability while maintaining a compact overall structure.
2Stability of the object's composition
If flexible projections with locking surfaces are used to maintain positioning, then the stability of computing module positioning is improved, but the manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling mechanism utilizes the flexibility parameter of the projections, allowing them to deform elastically during assembly and then maintain a stable locked position. This parameter change from rigid to flexible enables the locking surfaces to accommodate reasonable manufacturing tolerances while still achieving stable positioning, reducing the stringency of precision requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The flexible projections incorporate dynamic behavior through elastic deformation during the attachment process. The projections bend to allow insertion, then spring back to engage the locking surfaces, creating a self-adjusting mechanism that maintains stable positioning while being tolerant of manufacturing variations.
3Ease of operation
If multiple coupling members are positioned on the cover structure, then the ease of operation for attachment and detachment is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple coupling members are designed with identical or standardized structures, allowing them to perform the same attachment function at different locations. This universality enables easy attachment and detachment operations through repeated use of the same coupling mechanism, while the standardization reduces overall complexity compared to having unique coupling structures at each position.
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AI summary
An information handling system, including a cover structure including a plurality of coupling members positioned on a surface of the cover structure, each of the coupling members defining a cavity; and a computing module having a perimeter and including a plurality of protruding members positioned on the perimeter, wherein each of a subset of the plurality of protruding members corresponds to a respective coupling member of the plurality of coupling members, wherein, when the computing module is coupled to the cover structure, each of subset of the plurality of protruding members is positioned with the cavity of the corresponding coupling member of the plurality of coupling members to maintain a positioning of the computing module with respect to the cover structure.