Rotational Sliding Component Carrier Assembly for Compact Device Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing component carriers require additional operating space during assembly of electronic devices, leading to increased overall device size as electronic devices become smaller.
Innovation Solution
A component carrier assembly that can transition between configurations, including a first configuration where it is substantially longitudinally aligned, a second configuration where it is rotated relative to a connector assembly, and a third configuration where it is laterally displaced, allowing secure coupling and reduced space requirements during assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing component carriers are used to secure components during assembly, then components can be securely mounted, but additional operating space is required leading to increased overall device size
Solution Approach 1:
The component carrier is designed with movable elements that can transition between extended and retracted positions. The carrier body includes a movable component that can extend outward to engage with the component during assembly, then retract to minimize the overall footprint. This dynamic transformation allows the carrier to provide secure mounting functionality when needed while reducing the space it occupies in the final assembled device.
Solution Approach 2:
The component carrier employs a nested structure where the movable element can be stored within or alongside the carrier body when not in use. The design allows the extending mechanism to fold back or nest into the carrier housing, creating a compact configuration that minimizes the operating space required during assembly while maintaining secure component holding capability.
2Reliability
If component carriers are designed for secure component attachment, then assembly reliability improves, but the working space available for assembling decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The carrier incorporates a dynamically adjustable structure that can extend its engagement elements during the assembly process to provide secure component attachment, then retract these elements to minimize the working space footprint. This allows the carrier to provide full assembly functionality when needed while presenting a compact profile during storage and transport.
3Reliability
If traditional component carriers are used, then components can be secured, but the overall size of electronic devices must increase
Solution Approach 1:
The component carrier utilizes a telescoping or collapsible design where the component-holding portion can extend outward during assembly operations to ensure secure attachment, then retract inward to minimize the overall length and dimensions of the assembled device. This dynamic adjustment allows the carrier to maintain secure component securing capability while reducing the device's overall footprint.
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus having a component carrier assembly configured for supporting a component. The component carrier assembly having a first mating element and a connector assembly. The connector assembly including a connector communicatively coupled to the component and a second mating element. The first mating element is configured to operably engage with the second mating element to rotationally and slidably couple the component carrier assembly to the connector assembly.