Shock Absorbing Packing Structure for Recessed-Side Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing shock absorbing members require an additional member to be attached to a recessed portion on the product before mounting, which complicates the installation process.
Innovation Solution
A shock absorbing member with a support part and a movable part that can move into a recessed portion on the product, eliminating the need for a separate attachment by using a coupling part and elastic force to facilitate installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a shock absorbing member is mounted onto a product having a recessed portion in a side, then the support part is unable to support the side, but another member must be attached to the recessed portion first
Solution Approach 1:
The support part includes a movable portion that can dynamically adjust its position between a protruding state (for easy insertion) and a retracted state (for proper support). This dynamic capability allows the single component to adapt to the recessed portion geometry without requiring additional members, resolving the contradiction between ease of mounting and device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The support part is segmented into a fixed portion and a movable portion. The movable portion can be inserted into the recessed portion independently, allowing the support part to be mounted without additional components. This segmentation enables the component to overcome the geometric constraint while maintaining structural integrity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a movable part is added to the support part, then the shock absorbing member can be mounted without additional components, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The movable portion is merged with the support part as an integrated component rather than a separate element. This merging allows the support part to adapt to recessed portions while minimizing the increase in device complexity, as the movable portion shares the same material and structural characteristics as the support part.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable portion serves multiple functions: it acts as a support element, an adapter for recessed portions, and a structural connector. This multi-functionality increases adaptability to various product geometries without proportionally increasing device complexity.
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
Facilitates easy and efficient mounting of the shock absorbing member onto products with recessed portions without additional components, enhancing installation simplicity and reducing potential obstructions.
Implementation Method 1
a coupling part that couples the support part and the movable part to each other and deforms to allow the movable part to move into the recessed portion
Data Source
AI summary
A shock absorbing member includes a support part that supports a side of a product accommodated in a box, and a movable part provided on the support part and movable into a recessed portion formed in the side with the support part supporting the side.