Resilient Latching Mount for HDD and ODD Thermal Clearance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting apparatuses for hard disc drives (HDD) and optical disc drives (ODD) in computer casings often interfere with heat-producing modules, leading to overheating issues, as they do not effectively protect these components from thermal interference.
Innovation Solution
A mounting apparatus comprising a supporting bracket with a resilient latching member and guiding members, including a clip and screws, which securely positions the ODD and HDD while allowing for easy installation and removal, and features a design that avoids interference with heat-producing modules by using a resilient latching mechanism and sliding pillars to maintain component positioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If a combination of ODD and HDD mounting frames is used to enable both drives to be mounted in a thinner computer casing, then the computer casing thickness is reduced, but the mounting frame interferes with heat-producing modules causing overheating
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting frame is divided into a first mounting frame for the ODD and a second mounting frame for the HDD, with each frame having independent resilient latching members. This segmentation allows each drive to be mounted separately with appropriate thermal clearance, preventing the interference that would occur with a single combined mounting structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient latching members extend in a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of extension of the mounting frame. This dimensional change allows the latching mechanism to engage the drives from the side rather than from the end, creating thermal clearance between the mounting frame and heat-producing modules while maintaining secure attachment.
2Temperature
If a resilient latching member extending perpendicular to the mounting frame direction is used, then thermal clearance is maintained preventing overheating, but the mounting structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The resilient latching member serves multiple functions: it provides thermal clearance by extending perpendicular to the mounting frame, secures the drive through engagement with a retaining wall, and allows for easy installation and removal through reversible engagement. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components, thereby simplifying the overall structure despite the perpendicular orientation.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient latching member is positioned at specific locations along the mounting frame where drives need to be secured, rather than requiring a complex continuous structure. Each latching member is tailored to its specific location and drive type, providing localized thermal clearance and securement where needed while keeping the rest of the mounting frame simple.
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 solution effectively prevents overheating by securely mounting ODD and HDD components without interfering with heat-producing modules, ensuring reliable operation and thermal protection within thinner computer casings.
Implementation Method 1
a resilient latching member (1101) attached to the connecting plate (110) and located within a groove in the connecting plate (110)
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AI summary
An apparatus for mounting a hard disk drive unit and an optical disk drive unit to an electronic device includes a supporting bracket defining an accommodating space for the hard disk drive unit and the optical disk drives unit and a clip. The supporting bracket includes a connecting plate and a resilient latching member attached to the connecting plate and located within the connecting plate. The clip corresponds to the resilient latching member and is configured to be attached to the optical disk drive unit. The resilient latching member is switchable between a clip-locking position and a clip-unlocking position.