Server Casing With Detachable Z-Shaped Partition For Flexible Configuration

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current server casings are inflexible, as they can only accommodate predetermined server configurations, limiting users' ability to modify the internal partitions to suit different server sizes.

Innovation Solution

A server casing design featuring a detachable partition structure with Z-shaped main fixing sheet sets that can be easily installed or removed, allowing users to adjust the partition configuration to accommodate various server sizes by rotating the partition structure into an inclined position to avoid interference with the casing walls.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If the partition structure is made detachable to allow configuration modification, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfiguration flexibilityVSAvoidpartition structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The partition structure is divided into a main partition body and separate fixing sheet sets that can be independently attached and detached. The fixing sheets are further segmented into multiple sections with different fixing methods (screws in first sections, hooks in second sections), allowing modular reconfiguration without replacing the entire partition structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The partition structure transitions from a fixed, permanent installation to a dynamic, reconfigurable system. The detachable fixing sheets enable the partition to be easily installed, removed, and repositioned, transforming the static casing into an adaptable configuration system that responds to changing server placement requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If the partition structure is designed for easy installation and removal, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability of the fixed connection may worsen

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation easeVSAvoidconnection stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The fixing system is segmented into multiple fixing sheets with different attachment methods. The first sections use screw fixing for strong, reliable connections, while the second sections use hook fixing for quick attachment and removal. This segmentation allows the system to provide both ease of operation and connection reliability where needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The fixing sheet sets combine multiple fixing methods (screws and hooks) into a single integrated component. This merging allows the partition structure to achieve both easy installation/removal through hook attachment and reliable fixation through screw attachment, simultaneously satisfying both requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Ease of operation

If the partition structure uses a Z-shaped design with extending fixing sheets, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation easeVSAvoidfixing sheet structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The fixing sheets are designed with a Z-shaped curved configuration rather than straight lines. This curvature allows the fixing sheets to extend from the partition body at angles that facilitate easy attachment to the casing walls while avoiding interference with internal components. The Z-shape provides mechanical advantage for installation while maintaining structural integrity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #14Spheroidality (Curvature)

Data Source

PatentUS10455723B2Server casing
Publication Date: 2019.10.22 PEGATRON
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AI summary

A server casing including a casing box and a partition structure is provided. The casing box includes first, second, third and fourth lateral walls connected sequentially and collectively form an accommodating space. The partition structure is detachably disposed in the casing box so as to divide the accommodating space to a plurality of areas. The partition structure includes a main partition and two main fixing sheet sets vertically extending from two opposite edges of the main partition towards opposite directions, and the two main fixing sheet sets are detachably fixed to the first and the third lateral walls of the casing box.