Tool-Free PCIE Bracket Buckle Mechanism for Server Node Base
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing PCIE structures in servers require screws for assembly and disassembly, making the process complicated and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A PCIE structure with a node base and PCIE bracket that uses a buckle mechanism for tool-free disassembly and assembly, allowing multiple brackets to be locked without requiring tools, simplifying the process by using a buckle to fix adjacent brackets to the node base and incorporating a handle and push pin for easy removal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If screws are used to fix PCIE brackets to the node base, then the connection strength is sufficient, but the assembly and disassembly process becomes complicated and requires tools
Solution Approach 1:
The buckle mechanism is divided into separate components: a buckle body with locking arms, a separate locking pin, and corresponding engagement features on the PCIE bracket. This segmentation allows the fastening function to be achieved through simple snap-fit actions rather than threaded fasteners, enabling tool-free assembly and disassembly while maintaining connection strength.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple PCIE brackets are mounted on the node base, then the functionality and adaptability are improved, but the complexity of assembly increases
Solution Approach 1:
The buckle mechanism is designed as a universal fastening system that can accommodate multiple PCIE brackets of different types and sizes. The same buckle design with locking arms and engagement features can be used for all PCIE bracket positions on the node base, providing a standardized, multi-functional solution that simplifies assembly regardless of the number of brackets installed.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to the field of servers, and disclosed thereby is a peripheral component interconnect express (PCIE) structure capable of tool-free disassembly/assembly, including: a node base and a PCIE support, a board card being mounted on the node base, and the board card being provided thereon with a PCIE insertion slot; a Riser card is mounted on the PCIE support, and a PCIE card is mounted within the PCIE slot by means of the Riser card; the PCIE support is detachably mounted on the node base, and the node base on which the PCIE support is mounted may be steadily placed into a machine case. The PCIE structure provided by the present invention may simultaneously lock two adjacent PCIE supports within a node, and no tools are required for the entire assembly and disassembly process.