Rotating Rack Server Fixing Member for Multi-Rack Hole Matching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional fixing systems for rack servers are inflexible due to standardized fixing holes, which restrict the compatibility of server chassis with different racks, leading to inconvenience in use as the magnetic attraction force is limited, causing circuit modules to detach.
Innovation Solution
A fixing member with a rotating main body and interchangeable positioning elements of different shapes, allowing it to adapt to various rack fixing holes by switching positions along a fixing column, ensuring compatibility with multiple rack types.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional fixing systems with standardized fixing holes are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the adaptability to different rack types is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing member incorporates a rotating main body that can switch between different positioning elements (first positioning element with square protrusion and second positioning element with round protrusion) by rotating 180 degrees along the fixing column axis, enabling dynamic adaptation to different rack fixing hole shapes without requiring multiple different fixing members
Solution Approach 2:
A single fixing member design integrates multiple positioning elements (both square and round protrusions) into one universal component that can fit various rack types, eliminating the need for multiple specialized fixing members for different rack configurations
2Ease of operation
If magnets are used to connect circuit modules, then the connection is easy to assemble, but the connection stability is poor when many modules are connected
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing member is divided into distinct functional components: a fixing column for structural support, a rotating main body for positioning selection, and multiple positioning elements (square and round protrusions) for different rack types. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally while working together as an integrated system
Solution Approach 2:
The rotating main body acts as an intermediary mechanism that enables switching between different positioning elements, serving as a mediator that allows a single fixing member to adapt to different rack configurations through rotation along the fixing column axis
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
Enhances flexibility in using the same fixing member with different racks by allowing easy adjustment to match the shape of rack fixing holes, ensuring stable and secure attachment.
Implementation Method 1
The fixing column includes an elastic element. The fixing column penetrates the main body through the fixing tube and is fixed to the chassis slide assembly. The elastic element is sleeved on the fixing column and accommodated into the fixing tube.
Data Source
AI summary
A fixing member (100) of a rack server includes a chassis slide assembly (200), a main body (102), and a fixing column (110). The main body (102) is disposed on an end of the chassis slide assembly (200), one side of the main body (102) is connected to a first positioning element (104), and another side of the main body (102) is connected to a second positioning element (106). The second positioning element (106) is disposed corresponding to the first positioning element (104). The fixing column (110) is disposed on the main body (102) and one end thereof is fixed onto the chassis slide assembly (200). The main body (102) is able to rotate along the fixing column (110) as an axis. The first positioning element (104) and the second positioning element (106) have different shape. Therefore, the same chassis slide assembly (200) can match a different server rack.