Neck-hung Fusion Splicer Tray Segmentation

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Solution Overview

Problem

The existing operation tables for fusion splicers occupy large spaces, leading to reduced space for housing other parts and increased initial costs due to complex shapes and large sizes, necessitating a more compact and cost-effective solution.

Innovation Solution

A neck-hung operation tray configuration comprising a first operation tray with a fusion splicer installation surface and a second operation tray that can be assembled with the first, using projecting parts and engaging parts to securely mount the fusion splicer, allowing for reduced space usage and low-cost manufacturing.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If an integrated operation table is used to accommodate the fusion splicer and preprocessing tools, then all operations can be performed in one location, but the space occupied becomes large and manufacturing costs increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveoperation convenienceVSAvoidspace occupied

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The operation table is divided into a first operation table for the fusion splicer and a second operation table for preprocessing tools. The second operation table can be detached and stored separately, reducing the space occupied when not in use while maintaining operational convenience when needed.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Adaptability or versatility

If an integrated operation table with complex shape is used, then all functions are accommodated, but manufacturing costs increase due to complex mold requirements

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefunctional completenessVSAvoidmanufacturing cost

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The operation table is segmented into two separate tables with simpler shapes, each easier to manufacture. The second operation table can be attached to the first when needed, achieving functional completeness without requiring a complex integrated mold.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

3Ease of operation

If a large operation table is used to accommodate all tools, then all preprocessing operations can be performed, but the housing case space is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetool accommodationVSAvoidhousing case space

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSVolume of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The operation tables are segmented such that the second operation table can be detached and stored within the housing case when not in use. This reduces the permanent space occupied while maintaining the ability to perform all preprocessing operations when the second table is attached.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS10928591B2Neck-hung fusion splicer operation tray having detachable flanking trays

Publication Date: 2021.02.23 SUMITOMO ELECTRIC OPTIFRONTIER INC

AI summary

A neck-hung operation tray includes a first operation tray in which a fusion splicer is mounted, and a second operation tray which is assembled with the first operation tray. The first operation tray includes an installation surface on which the fusion splicer is installed, and a pair of projecting parts disposed around the installation surface and having through holes, and first openings respectively disposed in the vicinity of the projecting parts in the installation surface. The second operation tray includes an operation surface, a second opening formed in the operation surface, and the engaging parts projecting outward from the second opening. The engaging parts are engaged with the first openings, and the projecting parts are accommodated in the second opening such that the fusion splicer is mounted on the installation surface and the top surfaces of the engaging parts.