Pluggable Apparatus Automatic Reset via Elastic Deformation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Prior art pluggable transmission apparatuses, such as XFP opto-electronic modules, lack an automatic resetting mechanism after unlocking, requiring manual intervention and separate components like pins or rivets for operation.
Innovation Solution
A pluggable apparatus with a base, pull tab, elastic piece, and sliding plates that automatically resets through elastic deformation after unlocking, eliminating the need for separate components like pins or rivets and simplifying the manufacturing process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a self-contained unlocking apparatus is used for XFP modules, then the module can be unlocked, but the apparatus cannot automatically reset after unlocking
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic piece serves itself by automatically resetting the pull tab and sliding plates after unlocking, without requiring external intervention or additional resetting components. The elastic deformation and recovery of the elastic piece constitutes a self-service mechanism that restores the apparatus to its initial state.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic piece changes its physical state through elastic deformation during unlocking, and then automatically returns to its original state through elastic recovery. This parameter change (deformation and recovery) enables the automatic resetting function without adding complex mechanical resetting components.
2Reliability
If separate components such as pins, rivets, and rotary shafts are used for unlocking, then the unlocking function is achieved, but the manufacturing complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the unlocking function and resetting function into a single integrated mechanism using the elastic piece, eliminating the need for separate pins, rivets, and rotary shafts. This merging of functions reduces the number of components and simplifies the manufacturing process.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic piece serves multiple functions: it provides the unlocking action, enables the resetting mechanism, and replaces multiple separate components (pins, rivets, rotary shafts). This multi-functionality reduces component count and manufacturing complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The apparatus is easy to use, reduces manufacturing costs, and increases productivity with a simple functional structure that allows for automatic resetting after unlocking.
Implementation Method 1
The first elastic arm and the second elastic arm of the elastic piece approach each other to generate an elastic deformation during the unlocking process, and push the pull tab and the sliding plates to return to initial positions after the unlocking is completed.
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AI summary
A pluggable apparatus is provided in the present invention. The pluggable apparatus includes one base, one pull tab, at least one elastic piece, two sliding plates, and one front cover. The pull tab includes two rotary shafts arranged symmetrically and is rotatably arranged at one end of the base through the rotary shafts. The at least one elastic piece includes one first elastic arm and one second elastic arm. The at least one elastic piece is arranged on one of the rotary shafts of the pull tab and is held against the pull tab through the first elastic arm. The two sliding plates are slidably arranged on two sides of the base and are connected to the pull tab. The front cover is arranged on the base and is held against the second elastic arm of the elastic piece.