Mounting bracket for slide assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting brackets for slide assemblies suffer from instability due to the use of metal resilient plates that lack sufficient strength, affecting the secure installation and removal of the slide assembly from a rack.
Innovation Solution
A mounting bracket design featuring a side wall, end wall, stop mechanism with a resilient member, and installation members that securely connect to the rack, allowing easy installation and removal by utilizing a pivotable stop and resilient member to maintain a pre-set position and facilitate secure attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a metal resilient plate is used as the abutment member, then the mounting bracket can be easily installed to the rack, but the strength and stability of the connection is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies composite materials by combining a resilient member (elastic material) with a stop member (rigid material) to create a hybrid abutment structure. The resilient member provides ease of installation through elastic deformation, while the stop member provides the necessary strength and stability. This composite approach resolves the contradiction between ease of operation and connection strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The abutment function is segmented into two separate components: the resilient member and the stop member. The resilient member handles the deformation and absorption functions, while the stop member provides the rigid stopping and support function. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function, resolving the contradiction between flexibility for installation and rigidity for strength.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a metal resilient plate is used as the abutment member, then the mounting bracket can deform to allow the post to pass through, but the stability of installation is affected
Solution Approach 1:
The abutment function is segmented into two separate components: the resilient member and the stop member. The resilient member handles the deformation and absorption functions, while the stop member provides the rigid stopping and support function. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function, resolving the contradiction between flexibility for installation and rigidity for strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient member acts as an intermediary between the mounting bracket and the post, absorbing the impact and deformation during installation. The stop member then provides the final stable positioning. This intermediary approach allows the system to achieve both adaptability during installation and stability after installation.
3Ease of operation
If the abutment member is made from a single resilient material, then it can deform easily, but it lacks sufficient strength for secure connection
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies composite materials by combining a resilient member (elastic material) with a stop member (rigid material) to create a hybrid abutment structure. The resilient member provides ease of installation through elastic deformation, while the stop member provides the necessary strength and stability. This composite approach resolves the contradiction between ease of operation and connection strength.
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 solution provides a stable and secure connection to the rack, enabling easy installation and removal of the slide assembly while ensuring firm attachment, thereby enhancing the stability and usability of the mounting bracket.
Implementation Method 1
a resilient member providing a force to the stop to position the first end portion of the stop to be located corresponding to the end wall
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AI summary
A mounting bracket for a slide assembly includes a side wall (42), an end wall (44), at least one installation member (50), a stop (46), and a resilient member (48). The end wall (44) is substantially perpendicular to the side wall (42). The at least one installation member (50) is connected to the end wall (44). The stop (46) is pivotably connected to the side wall (42) and includes a first portion (70) and a middle portion (74) which is connected to the first portion (70). The middle portion (74) has a first end portion (84). The resilient member (48) provides a force to the stop (46) to position the first end portion (84) of the stop (46) to be located corresponding to the end wall (44).