Push-Pull Rotating Latch Mechanism for Space-Saving Server Operation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing server latches with long handles occupy excessive space and hinder efficient operation due to their design for effort-saving purposes.
Innovation Solution
A pull-push rotating mechanism with a connecting member that changes the moving direction of the pulling member, allowing a linear motion to drive the rotating member, thereby reducing operational space and enhancing convenience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Force
If the handle is designed to be long for effort-saving purpose, then the operating force is reduced, but the space occupied by the rotating handle increases and operational efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The mechanism is divided into distinct functional components: a pulling member for linear motion, a connecting member with first and second portions, and a rotating member. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently, with the connecting member acting as an intermediary to transform motion types without requiring a long handle.
Solution Approach 2:
The connecting member serves as an intermediary element between the pulling member and the rotating member. It receives linear motion from the pulling member and transforms it into rotational motion for the rotating member, eliminating the need for a long handle while maintaining mechanical advantage.
2Force
If the handle is designed to be long for effort-saving purpose, then the operating force is reduced, but the operational efficiency and convenience deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting member with its first and second portions acts as a mediator that transforms the pulling motion into rotational motion. This allows the user to operate the mechanism with a short handle through simple linear pulling and pushing motions, significantly improving operational convenience while maintaining force efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The mechanism dynamically transforms the type of motion from linear (pulling/pushing) to rotational. The connecting member's geometry enables this dynamic transformation, allowing the system to adapt between different motion modes based on the operational phase, thereby enhancing ease of operation.
3Force
If a long handle is used, then less effort is required to operate the latch, but the space required for operation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting member with its first and second portions serves as a compact intermediary mechanism that provides mechanical advantage without requiring a long handle. It transforms the pulling motion into rotational motion efficiently within a limited space, reducing the area occupied while maintaining force efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The connecting member utilizes spatial arrangement in multiple dimensions to achieve motion transformation. By positioning the first and second portions at different orientations and using their geometric relationship, the mechanism achieves leverage and motion transformation without extending the handle length in a single dimension.
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AI summary
A push-pull rotating mechanism includes a first fixing member and a pulling member, a rotating member both disposed on the fixing member, a connecting member connects the first fixing member the rotating member. The first fixing member comprises a first side plate and a second side plate connected to the first side plate. The pulling member is movably disposed on one side of the first side plate facing the second side plate. The rotating member is rotatably disposed on one side of the second side plate facing the first side plate. The connecting member includes a connecting plate and a steering plate, one end portion of the connecting plate is connected to the pulling member. The steering plate is movably connected between the other end portion of the connecting plate and the rotating member.