Position-Shifting Structure for Hard Disk Removal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for removing and reconnecting hard disks from computers often require loosening multiple screws, risking damage to components and making alignment and reconnection difficult.
Innovation Solution
A position-shifting structure with a frame and base, featuring notches and bevel surfaces, allows for easy connection and disconnection by pivoting the frame to engage and disengage the hard disk without excessive force, using a handle with an inclined grip for precise movement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If multiple screws are used to secure the hard disk, then the hard disk is firmly fixed in the computer, but the removal process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening system is segmented into a position-shifting frame with notches that engage with lateral projections on the hard disk, replacing the traditional multi-screw system. This segmentation allows the hard disk to be secured at multiple points along its lateral sides, providing firm fixation while enabling simple one-handed removal by disengaging the notches from the projections.
2Productivity
If excessive force is applied to remove the hard disk, then the hard disk can be detached quickly, but internal components of the computer may be damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The position-shifting frame acts as an intermediary device between the user and the hard disk. The frame's notches engage with the hard disk's lateral projections, providing a controlled mechanical interface that allows the hard disk to be removed by applying force only to the frame (via the handle portion) rather than directly to the hard disk or computer components. This intermediary mechanism ensures force is applied in a controlled manner that prevents damage to internal components.
3Ease of operation
If the hard disk is completely detached from the computer, then it can be easily handled and moved, but alignment and reconnection become difficult and imprecise
Solution Approach 1:
The position-shifting frame maintains a predetermined geometric relationship with the hard disk through the engagement of notches with lateral projections. This preliminary positioning action ensures that when the hard disk is removed and later reinserted, the notches guide the lateral projections back into the correct alignment position, eliminating the need for manual alignment and ensuring precise reconnection with the connecting cables.
4Ease of operation
If a simple latch mechanism is used for quick release, then the hard disk can be easily removed, but secure fixation during operation is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening system is divided into multiple engagement points: notches on the position-shifting frame engage with lateral projections on the hard disk at multiple locations along the lateral sides. This segmented engagement provides secure fixation during operation while maintaining quick release capability, as all engagement points are simultaneously engaged and disengaged through a single action on the handle portion.
Solution Approach 2:
The position-shifting frame is designed to be pivotally movable relative to the base, transitioning between a locked position (where notches engage with lateral projections for secure fixation) and an unlocked position (where the handle portion can be pulled to disengage the notches for quick removal). This dynamic mechanism allows the system to switch between secure fixation and easy removal states.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables secure and damage-free removal and reconnection of hard disks, reducing the need for screw loosening and simplifying the alignment of connectors with cables.
Implementation Method 1
bringing the first bevel surfaces of the two notches to press against the lateral projections of the object and thereby drive the object to move away from its initial position in the receiving space
Implementation Method 2
When the handle portion is upward pulled, the position-shifting frame is pivotally turned about the two protrusions in the base
Data Source
AI summary
A position-shifting structure includes a position-shifting frame and a base. The position-shifting frame includes two lateral wall portions and a handle portion. The two lateral wall portions are correspondingly provided with a notch and a mounting hole each and the notches contain bevel surfaces. The base has a receiving space symmetrically provided with two inward protrusions; and the position-shifting frame is connected to and seated in the receiving space with the mounting holes pivotally engaged with the protrusions. When the object is received in the receiving space, the notches are engaged with two lateral projections of the object. When the handle portion is upward pulled, the bevel surfaces drive the object to move from its initial position in the receiving space.