Quick-Release Retaining Structure for Radiator Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods of coupling objects using screws result in difficult assembly and disassembly, leading to an inefficient and cumbersome process.
Innovation Solution
A retaining structure comprising a main body portion, retaining portion, actuating portion, and radiator, where the actuating portion operates to enable the retaining portion to retain or release the object, allowing for quick coupling and disassembly through the use of elastomers and fastening elements for heat dissipation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If screws are used to couple two objects, then coupling stability is ensured, but assembly and disassembly become difficult and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The retaining portion is designed to be movable relative to the main body portion, transitioning between a first position for retaining the object and a second position for releasing it. This dynamic mechanism allows quick assembly by simply moving the retaining portion to engage the object, and rapid disassembly by moving it to disengage, eliminating the need for screw operations while maintaining secure coupling when engaged
2Strength
If screws are used to fix objects, then objects are firmly coupled together, but the structure becomes complex and time-consuming to assemble
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling mechanism is segmented into distinct functional components: a main body portion, a movable retaining portion, and an actuating portion. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently - the retaining portion provides coupling strength through its engagement structure, while the actuating portion simply moves the retaining portion between positions, greatly simplifying the overall structure and assembly process compared to traditional screw-based systems
3Reliability
If objects are fixed in an inseparable way, then coupling stability is achieved, but disassembly becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The retaining portion is designed with movable capability between a first position for secure retention and a second position for release. This dynamic design enables the coupling to be stable and reliable when in the first position, while allowing easy disassembly by simply moving the retaining portion to the second position, thus resolving the contradiction between secure fixation and ease of disassembly
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick and repeated coupling and separation of objects, facilitating easy assembly and disassembly while providing effective heat dissipation.
Implementation Method 1
the fastening element applies pressure to the radiator by way of the elastomer
Implementation Method 2
the radiator applies pressure to the heating element by way of the elastomer for heat dissipation
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a retaining structure and an assembling method therefor. The retaining structure includes a main body portion, a retaining portion, an actuating portion and a radiator. The radiator can be connected to a heating element on an object, or the radiator is separated from the heating element, so as to quickly couple and separate at least two objects, achieving effects of coupling together and separating repeatedly and quickly.