Server Disk Drive Holding Mechanism with Sliding Push Rod
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional disk drive holding mechanisms are bulky, making it difficult to miniaturize server chassis and accommodate more disk drives in limited spaces due to their large size and protruding detaching structures.
Innovation Solution
A compact storage device holding mechanism featuring a holding frame with a detaching mechanism that includes a push rod and latch structure, allowing the push rod to slide from a fastened to a detached position without requiring additional space, enabling easy installation and removal of storage devices while maintaining a small form factor.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional detaching structures are used, then the disk drive holding module can be detached from the chassis, but the detaching structures protrude and occupy additional space
Solution Approach 1:
The push rod is nested within the holding frame when not in use. The push rod can slide out of the holding frame for detaching operation, and then slide back to be received by the holding frame, similar to a nested doll structure where one object is placed inside another to save space.
Solution Approach 2:
The push rod moves along the length direction of the holding frame rather than protruding outward in a perpendicular direction. This dimensional change allows the detaching structure to remain flush with the holding frame surface when not in use, effectively reducing the protruding volume.
2Ease of operation
If the push rod protrudes for easy access, then the user can pull the push rod easily, but the length of the holding mechanism increases
Solution Approach 1:
The push rod is designed to be movable along the length direction of the holding frame. It can dynamically extend when needed for operation and retract when not in use, transforming from a static protruding structure to a dynamic element that changes position based on operational requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The push rod is pre-positioned within the holding frame at a location that allows it to slide out smoothly when needed. The latch structure is preliminarily configured to release the push rod, enabling easy access without requiring additional space for the retraction mechanism.
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AI summary
A storage device holding mechanism is provided, including a holding frame and a detaching mechanism. The holding frame holds a storage device; the holding frame includes a bottom plate and includes a first side plate and a second side plate connected to the bottom plate. The detaching mechanism is assembled to one side of the first side plate and includes a push rod and a latch structure for fastening the push rod. The push rod is slidable to be fastened to the latch structure in a fastened position or to be separated from the latch structure in a detached position. When the push rod is in the fastened position, one end of the push rod is flush with one side of the holding frame. When the push rod is released from the latch structure, the push rod slides to the detached position.