Multi-Arm Cable Support Assembly for Fiber-Optic Poles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current cable support devices for fiber optic communications networks are inefficient in supporting multiple cables, leading to increased attachment points and pole real estate requirements, which results in higher costs and reduced structural integrity of poles due to excessive attachments.
Innovation Solution
A cable support assembly with a base, parallel arms, a cross-member, and radially extending divider members that allow multiple cables to be supported with a single attachment point, reducing the number of attachments and providing flexibility in cable orientation while enhancing structural integrity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple individual cable support devices are used to support multiple fiber-optic cables, then each cable can be supported independently, but the number of attachment points on the pole increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple cable support functions into a single integrated support device with multiple arms and slots. This single device can support multiple cables simultaneously at one attachment point on the pole, eliminating the need for multiple separate attachment points while maintaining reliable support for each individual cable.
Solution Approach 2:
The cable support device is designed as a universal multi-functional unit that can accommodate multiple cables of different types and configurations. The device features multiple arms with slots that can hold various cable configurations, making it a versatile solution that replaces multiple single-purpose support devices.
2Reliability
If multiple attachment points are used on the pole to support multiple cables, then each cable receives adequate support, but the structural integrity of the pole deteriorates due to excessive attachments
Solution Approach 1:
By merging multiple cable support functions into a single attachment device, the total number of attachment points on the pole is reduced. This consolidation minimizes the cumulative stress and structural degradation that would result from multiple separate attachments, thereby extending the pole's structural life while still providing adequate support for multiple cables.
3Ease of operation
If individual cable support devices are used for each cable, then cable installation and maintenance are straightforward, but the device complexity and required pole real estate increase
Solution Approach 1:
The cable support device is segmented into multiple independent arms and slots, each capable of supporting individual cables. This segmentation allows for easy installation and maintenance of individual cables while the overall device remains a single integrated unit that attaches to the pole at one location, reducing the complexity of pole mounting.
4Reliability
If multiple separate cable support devices are installed on the pole, then each cable can be supported independently, but the cost increases due to more attachment points and pole lease requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple cable support functions into a single attachment device, reducing the total number of attachments required on the pole. This consolidation directly reduces the quantity of attachments while maintaining independent support for each cable through the device's multiple arms and slots, thereby reducing pole lease costs and installation expenses.
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AI summary
Cable support devices and assemblies are provided. A cable support device supports multiple fiber-optic cables on an above-ground pole. A cable support device includes a base, and a first arm and a second arm extending from the base, the first arm and second arm generally parallel to each other. The cable support device further includes a cross-member extending between and connected to the first arm and the second arm. The cable support device further includes at least one divider member extending radially outwardly from the cross-member, the at least one divider member spaced from the first arm and the second arm and defining at least two slots, each of the at least two slots further defined by the cross-member.