Riser Bracket with Dual Latches for Heavy Computer Card Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Computer cards, such as GPU cards, experience undesired movement and vibration due to being supported only by a single edge when inserted into a motherboard, as they grow larger and heavier, necessitating improved securing and supporting systems.
Innovation Solution
A riser bracket system with multiple pieces and latches that couple to both the motherboard and the computer card, providing dual-edge support and secure attachment through latched mechanisms to prevent movement and removal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a single-edge support structure is used for computer cards, then the device complexity is reduced, but the stability and reliability of heavier cards deteriorate due to wobbling and vibration
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is divided into multiple segments: a first support structure extending from the first end of the riser board and a second support structure extending from the second end of the riser board. This segmentation allows each support to independently stabilize its respective end of the card, reducing overall wobble while maintaining manageable complexity through modular design
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces support structures that extend perpendicular to the card plane, creating a third dimension of support. The first and second support structures extend from the ends of the riser board in a direction perpendicular to the card's insertion direction, providing lateral stabilization that prevents wobbling without significantly increasing the footprint or complexity of the overall assembly
2Adaptability or versatility
If larger and heavier computer cards are used, then the computational capability is improved, but the stability deteriorates due to increased weight causing wobbling and vibration
Solution Approach 1:
The support structures are positioned to counterbalance the gravitational and vibrational forces acting on heavier cards. The first and second support structures extend from opposite ends of the riser board, creating a balanced support configuration that distributes the card's weight and minimizes wobbling, effectively acting as counterweights to the card's mass
Solution Approach 2:
By segmenting the support system into multiple independent support structures at different locations (first end and second end of the riser board), the patent can provide targeted support at critical points along the card's length, effectively stabilizing heavier cards without requiring a complete redesign of the entire support system
3Ease of operation
If a riser board is inserted into a connector on the motherboard, then the computer card can be added in horizontal orientation, but the card is only supported by a single edge causing movement
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is segmented into multiple components: a first support structure from the first end and a second support structure from the second end of the riser board. This segmentation creates multiple contact points and support zones along the card's length, transforming the single-point support into a distributed support system that maintains horizontal installation ease while significantly improving positioning stability
Solution Approach 2:
The support structures extend in a direction perpendicular to the card's horizontal insertion orientation, adding a vertical dimension to the support system. This creates a three-dimensional support configuration that stabilizes the card in its horizontal position without compromising the ease of horizontal installation
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AI summary
A riser bracket for supporting a riser board and a computer card inserted into the riser board is disclosed. The riser bracket includes a first riser bracket piece, a first latch, a second riser bracket piece, and a second latch. The computer card and the riser board are positioned on a motherboard. The first riser bracket piece is configured to be coupled to the riser board. The first latch is configured to the first riser bracket piece to a first mounting point of the motherboard, and to move between a latched position and an unlatched position. The second riser bracket piece is coupled to the first riser bracket piece. The second latch is configured to couple the second riser bracket piece to a second mounting point of the motherboard, and move between a latched position and an unlatched position.