Server Frame Module Latch and Cover Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional graphics processing module designs in servers often result in damage to the riser card when the fan unit is improperly detached, due to overlooked connection lines, leading to reduced reliability and lifespan of the electronic device.
Innovation Solution
A frame module with a latch and cover mechanism that restricts the fan unit, requiring the maintainer to open the cover and disconnect the connection line before detachment, preventing damage to the riser card and enhancing the electronic device's reliability and lifespan.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the connection line is hidden under the module housing, then the device structure is compact and clean, but the maintainer may overlook the connection line and damage the riser card during fan unit detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The cover is designed to be opened before the fan unit can be detached, exposing the connection line to the maintainer. This preliminary action ensures that the maintainer sees and can properly disconnect the connection line before removing the fan unit, preventing riser card damage while maintaining a compact structure when assembled
Solution Approach 2:
The cover acts as an intermediary element between the hidden connection line and the maintainer. By opening the cover, the connection line becomes visible and accessible, serving as a mediator that guides the maintainer's attention to the connection line without requiring structural changes to the housing or routing
2Ease of operation
If the latch is always engaged with the fan unit, then the fan unit is securely restricted, but the maintainer cannot easily detach the fan unit for maintenance
Solution Approach 1:
The latch is designed to be dynamically controllable through the cover mechanism. When the cover is closed, the latch engages with the fan unit to provide secure restriction. When the cover is opened, the latch is released and can be moved to allow fan unit detachment. This dynamic design allows the system to switch between secure restriction and easy detachment states
Solution Approach 2:
The cover opening action serves as a preliminary step that must be performed before the fan unit can be detached. This preliminary action of opening the cover automatically releases the latch engagement, preparing the system for safe fan unit removal while maintaining security during normal operation
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
The frame module ensures safe detachment of the fan unit by clearly exposing the connection line, preventing riser card damage and increasing the electronic device's reliability and lifespan.
Implementation Method 1
The cover pivots on the module housing. The cover is adapted to be rotated between the first cover orientation and the second cover orientation. When the cover is in the first cover orientation, the cover presses the latch and keeps the latch in the first latch position
Implementation Method 2
The latch is connected to the module housing. The latch is adapted to be moved between the first latch position and the second latch position. When the latch is in the first latch position, the latch is connected to the object unit to restrict the object unit
Data Source
AI summary
A frame module is provided, which is adapted to connect to an object unit. The frame module includes a module housing, a latch, and a cover. The object unit is connected to the module housing. The latch is connected to the module housing, which is adapted to be moved between the first latch position and the second latch position. When the latch is in the first latch position, the latch is connected to the object unit to restrict the object unit. When the latch is in the second latch position, the latch is separated from the object unit. The cover pivots on the module housing, which is adapted to be rotated between the first cover orientation and the second cover orientation. When the cover is in the first cover orientation, the cover presses the latch and keeps the latch in the first latch position.