Rotatable Bracket Assembly for Multi-Size Chassis Rack Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing server rack systems are limited in accommodating chassis of varying sizes, requiring multiple racks of different sizes and resulting in increased costs and space requirements, as well as preventing the mounting of different-sized chassis in a single conveniently located storage rack.
Innovation Solution
A modifiable bracket assembly with a slidably configured post and rotatable brackets that can adjust to various orientations, allowing for the installation of chassis of different depths and sizes within a single rack, providing flexibility in mounting positions and orientations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed-size rack is used, then the rack provides stable structure, but it cannot accommodate chassis of varying sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assembly incorporates a rotatable bracket mechanism that can change its orientation and position dynamically. The bracket rotates around a post to adjust the depth and orientation of the chassis mounting position, enabling the same rack structure to accommodate chassis of different sizes without requiring multiple fixed-size racks.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple racks of different sizes are purchased to accommodate varying chassis, then all chassis sizes can be stored, but the cost and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assembly serves multiple functions: it can accommodate chassis of different depths by rotating to different angles, support chassis at various orientations (front-facing or rear-facing), and adapt to different rack configurations. This multi-functionality allows a single rack to replace multiple specialized racks, reducing the total storage space and cost required.
3Ease of operation
If a smaller chassis is used, then portability is improved, but it cannot be mounted in larger-sized storage racks
Solution Approach 1:
The rotatable bracket mechanism allows the mounting position to be dynamically adjusted. When a smaller chassis is installed, the bracket can be rotated to position the chassis at an optimal depth and orientation within the rack, ensuring compatibility with larger racks while maintaining the portability benefits of the smaller chassis size.
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AI summary
A rack is provided that includes a top frame and a bottom frame connected by at least one post. The post is slidably configured within the rack. The rack also includes a plurality of brackets installed on the post. Each of the brackets within the plurality of brackets is configured to rotate with respect to the at least one post.