Screwless Electronic Device Retention Apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional retention apparatus for assembling computers is inefficient due to the use of multiple screws and wrenches, which complicates the assembly process and can lead to short circuits from loose screws.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device retention apparatus featuring a fixed case with first and second mounting holes, a flexible structure, and a mounting piece with guide and mounting flanges that allows for rapid assembly and disassembly without screws, utilizing a flexible structure like a spring to secure devices vertically.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional screws and wrenches are used to fix peripheral devices, then the connection is stable and reliable, but the assembly process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing mechanism is segmented into a mounting piece with separate guide flange and mounting flange portions, allowing independent functions for alignment and securing. This segmentation simplifies the assembly process while maintaining reliable connection through dedicated functional elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention extracts and eliminates the need for separate screws and wrenches by integrating the fixing function into a single mounting piece that directly engages with the case opening. This extraction of unnecessary components reduces assembly complexity while preserving connection stability.
2Strength
If multiple screws are used to secure electronic devices, then the device is firmly fixed, but the risk of short circuits from loose screws increases
Solution Approach 1:
The invention removes screws entirely from the system, replacing them with a screwless mounting piece that achieves firm fixing through direct mechanical engagement. This elimination of conductive fasteners completely eliminates the short circuit risk associated with loose screws while maintaining fixing strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting piece acts as an intermediary element between the electronic device and the case, providing a non-conductive or isolated connection path that secures the device firmly without creating electrical contact pathways that could lead to short circuits.
3Reliability
If conventional fixing methods with multiple components are used, then the connection is secure, but the assembly and disassembly efficiency is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The guide flange, mounting flange, and fixing function are merged into a single integrated mounting piece. This consolidation allows the entire securing operation to be completed in one action, dramatically improving assembly efficiency while maintaining secure connection through the combined functional elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting piece is designed with pre-configured guide and mounting flanges that automatically align and engage with the case opening and device mounting holes. This preliminary configuration of the fixing mechanism enables rapid insertion and secure attachment without requiring multiple steps or tools, enhancing assembly efficiency.
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
This solution improves assembly efficiency, reduces the need for screws, and enables rapid fixing and removal of electronic devices during computer assembly, enhancing the overall assembly process.
Implementation Method 1
a flexible structure, and a mounting piece with a guide flange and a mounting flange that allows for rapid assembly and disassembly without screws, utilizing a flexible structure like a spring
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic device retention apparatus for fixing an electronic device with a first mounting hole and a second mounting hole includes a fixed case, a mounting piece, and a flexible structure. The fixed case has an entrance, a first opening, and a second opening. One end of the mounting piece near the entrance is coupled to the fixed case, and another end is connected to the fixed case with the flexible structure. The mounting piece has a guide flange with a contact surface disposed corresponding to the first opening. When the electronic device is contacting the contact surface, the mounting piece is lifted up until the guide flange mounted on the first mounting hole. The mounting piece further has a mounting flange disposed corresponding to the second opening to be mounted with the second mounting hole.