Server Hanging Lug With Rotating Buckle for One-Handed Release
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing method of using a buckle and fastener for connecting a server to a cabinet is cumbersome and labor-intensive, requiring two hands to disassemble, which affects operating efficiency and user experience.
Innovation Solution
A hanging lug with a rotatable buckle assembly and elastic assembly that allows one-handed operation by rotating from a blocking to a releasing position using an elastic mechanism, simplifying the disassembly process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a buckle and fastener are combined for connection, then connection reliability is improved, but disassembly operation becomes cumbersome and labor-intensive
Solution Approach 1:
The buckle assembly is designed to be rotatable relative to the base, transitioning between a first position (blocking the fastener) and a second position (releasing the fastener). This dynamic movement allows the buckle to automatically expose the fastener when rotated, enabling one-handed disassembly while maintaining the secure connection when locked in place
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic assembly automatically drives the buckle assembly to rotate from the first position to the second position when a pressing operation is applied, and keeps the buckle assembly at the second position without continuous manual intervention. This self-service mechanism simplifies the disassembly process by eliminating the need for continuous two-handed operation
2Stability of the object's composition
If a buckle blocks the fastener for security, then connection stability is improved, but disassembly time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic assembly is pre-configured to automatically drive the buckle assembly to rotate to the second position when pressed, preliminarily preparing the fastener for removal by exposing it. This preliminary action reduces disassembly time by eliminating the need for manual manipulation to expose the fastener
Solution Approach 2:
The rotatable buckle assembly dynamically transitions from a blocking position to a releasing position, allowing quick exposure of the fastener when needed while maintaining stable blocking during normal operation. This dynamic switching capability reduces the time required for disassembly without compromising connection stability during use
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables one-handed disassembly of the server from the cabinet, improving operating efficiency and user experience while maintaining stable connection during assembly and transport.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic assembly, where the elastic assembly is connected between the buckle assembly and the base, and in response to a pressing operation acting on the buckle assembly, the elastic assembly driving the buckle assembly to rotate from the first position to the second position
Implementation Method 2
the elastic assembly includes a first torsion spring; and the buckle assembly includes: a mounting plate, where the mounting plate is rotatably connected to the base through the first torsion spring
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AI summary
A hanging lug, a server, and a server system are provided. The hanging lug includes a base, a fastener, a buckle assembly, and an elastic assembly. The fastener is connected to the base. The buckle assembly is rotatably connected to the base, to switch between a first position and a second position. When the buckle assembly is located at the first position, the buckle assembly blocks the fastener. When the buckle assembly is located at the second position, the buckle assembly releases blocking on the fastener. The elastic assembly is connected between the buckle assembly and the base, and in response to a pressing operation acting on the buckle assembly, the elastic assembly drives the buckle assembly to rotate from the first position to the second position, and remains at the second position.