Quick fastening and/or connection system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing quick connection and fastening systems for structures like shelving and furniture lack reliability against accidental uncoupling, require complex assembly processes, and often have unsightly or bulky designs, failing to meet the needs of functionality, ease of assembly, and aesthetic considerations.
Innovation Solution
A quick connection and fastening system comprising a first and second component that can be easily connected and disconnected, with the second component featuring counteracting means to prevent accidental uncoupling, allowing for simple assembly and disassembly by translating a portion of the first component within the second, and deactivation mechanisms for controlled disconnection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional screws and anchors are used for fastening, then the connection strength is sufficient, but the assembly time is excessive and the appearance is unsightly
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening system is divided into two separate components: a first component fixed to one element and a second component fixed to another element. These components can be quickly engaged and disengaged without screws or anchors, enabling tool-free assembly while maintaining connection reliability through the interlocking design of the components.
Solution Approach 2:
The first and second components are pre-fixed to the respective elements during manufacturing. This preliminary action eliminates the need for on-site screwing or anchoring, allowing users to simply engage the pre-prepared components for quick assembly while ensuring reliable connections.
2Ease of operation
If quick release mechanisms are used, then the assembly is easy, but the risk of accidental uncoupling increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates blocking means that actively prevent accidental uncoupling by opposing any unintended separation force. This preliminary anti-action ensures that the connection remains secure during normal use while still allowing intentional quick release when needed, thus maintaining both ease of operation and reliability.
3Reliability
If complex blocking mechanisms are added to prevent accidental uncoupling, then the reliability improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The blocking means are integrated into the existing first and second components rather than being added as separate complex mechanisms. This merging approach maintains connection stability by incorporating anti-accidental uncoupling features directly into the fastening components themselves, avoiding increased device complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
A quick connection and/or fastening system suited to mutually connect and disconnect a first and a second element is disclosed, the system including a first and a second component that are suited to be rigidly fixed to the first and second elements, respectively, the first component and the second component being also suited to be mutually connected and disconnected, the second component being suited to house an end portion of the first component in such a way as to allow its translation inside the second component, the second component comprising also counteracting elements suited to counteract the translation of the end portion of the first component towards the outside of the second component.