Rail mounting structure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing slide rail systems are not adaptable to objects of varying length specifications, as they require specific mounting configurations that do not accommodate different dimensions effectively.
Innovation Solution
A rail mounting structure comprising a rail member, an auxiliary member, and a resilient member, where the auxiliary member is movably mounted to the rail and kept at a predetermined position by the resilient force, allowing it to be displaced to accommodate objects of different lengths by overcoming the resilient force with mounting members, thereby enabling secure mounting in multiple slots.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional slide rail assembly with fixed mounting slots is used, then the mounting structure is simple and reliable, but it cannot accommodate objects of different length specifications
Solution Approach 1:
The auxiliary member is designed to be movable relative to the rail member, transitioning between a retracted position (where it occupies a first mounting slot) and an extended position (where it occupies a second mounting slot). This dynamic configuration allows the mounting structure to adapt to objects of different lengths without requiring multiple fixed mounting configurations, thereby improving versatility while maintaining structural simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The auxiliary member serves multiple functions: it acts as a blocking member to prevent over-travel of the slide rail, serves as a mounting surface for objects via its mounting slot, and enables adaptability to different object lengths by moving between positions. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional components, maintaining structural simplicity while achieving versatility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the auxiliary member is made movable to accommodate different lengths, then adaptability improves, but the reliability of the mounting connection may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The resilient member (spring) is designed as a simple, reliable component that provides consistent blocking force to prevent over-travel. While the auxiliary member moves to provide adaptability, the spring ensures reliable mechanical constraint through its elastic properties, maintaining connection reliability despite the movable configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient member acts as an intermediary between the auxiliary member and the rail member, providing a reliable mechanical connection through elastic force. This intermediary component ensures that the movable auxiliary member remains reliably constrained while still allowing the necessary movement for adaptability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple mounting slots are provided on the rail member, then adaptability to different lengths is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The auxiliary member combines multiple functions into a single component: it serves as a blocking member, provides a mounting slot for objects, and enables adaptability through its movable configuration. By merging these functions, the patent achieves versatility without proportionally increasing the number of separate components and mounting slots required.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting structure is segmented into the rail member and the separately mounted auxiliary member. This segmentation allows the auxiliary member to be independently positioned and configured, enabling adaptability to different object lengths without requiring multiple fixed mounting slots to be built into the rail member itself, thereby reducing overall structural complexity.
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
The structure allows for secure mounting of objects of various lengths by displacing the auxiliary member to align with different mounting slots, ensuring proper engagement and easy detachment, thus addressing the adaptability issue in existing systems.
Implementation Method 1
The resilient member provides a resilient force acting on the auxiliary member. The auxiliary member is kept at a predetermined position relative to the rail member by the resilient force of the resilient member.
Implementation Method 2
the first mounting member of the object pushes the first portion of the auxiliary member and overcomes the resilient force of the resilient member such that the auxiliary member is displaced to a position
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AI summary
A rail mounting structure includes a rail member, an auxiliary member, and a resilient member. The rail member includes first and second mounting slots. The auxiliary member is movably mounted to the rail member and includes first and second portions. The resilient member provides a resilient force acting on the auxiliary member such that the auxiliary member is kept at a predetermined position relative to the rail member where the first and second portions of the auxiliary member are adjacent to the first and second mounting slots respectively.