Slide Rail Bracket with Pivoting Blocking Member for Compact Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing slide rail assembly mounting brackets are complex and space-intensive, necessitating the development of simpler and more compact designs to meet specific market requirements.
Innovation Solution
A bracket device comprising a longitudinal wall, an end wall, at least one mounting member, a protruded lug, a blocking member, and an elastic member, where the blocking member is pivoted to the protruded lug and held at a predetermined position by the elastic member to face towards the end wall, allowing for efficient mounting and detachment of the slide rail assembly components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a mounting bracket with multiple lugs, supports, and extension sections is used, then the mounting function is improved, but the device complexity and space occupation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the blocking member and positioning functions into a single integrated component that pivots on the longitudinal wall. This single component replaces the separate lugs, supports, and extension sections of prior art, reducing the number of parts while maintaining the mounting and blocking functions. The blocking member itself serves as both the blocking element and the positioned component that interfaces with the slide rail assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The blocking member is designed to perform multiple functions: it blocks the slide rail assembly from moving beyond a predetermined position, provides a pivoting connection to the longitudinal wall, and incorporates an elastic member for automatic positioning. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate components for each function, thereby reducing overall device complexity.
2Reliability
If a mounting bracket with resilient members and multiple contact points is used, then the holding capability is improved, but the space requirement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic member is integrated within the blocking member structure, with the bending portion nested inside the blocking member body. This nesting arrangement allows the elastic member to provide holding capability without adding external space requirements. The elastic member's bending portion is contained within the overall footprint of the blocking member, achieving space-efficient design.
Solution Approach 2:
The blocking member is designed to pivot dynamically on the longitudinal wall rather than being fixed in multiple contact points. This dynamic pivoting motion allows the blocking member to engage and disengage smoothly while maintaining holding capability through the elastic member's force, reducing the need for multiple stationary contact points and associated space.
3Reliability
If a complex mounting bracket structure is used, then the blocking and positioning functions are improved, but the ease of manufacture deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is segmented into distinct functional components: the longitudinal wall for mounting, the blocking member for positioning, and the elastic member for providing force. This segmentation allows each component to be manufactured independently using standard processes, then assembled through simple pivoting connections, improving ease of manufacture compared to integrated complex structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic member is designed to automatically provide the necessary force to hold the blocking member at its predetermined position without requiring external adjustment or complex assembly mechanisms. The bending portion of the elastic member self-generates the blocking force through its elastic deformation, eliminating the need for additional fasteners, springs, or adjustment mechanisms that would complicate manufacturing.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The proposed bracket device provides a compact and efficient solution for mounting and detaching slide rail assembly components, utilizing an elastic member to maintain the blocking member's position, thus simplifying the assembly process and accommodating space constraints.
Implementation Method 1
The elastic member is arranged between the blocking member and the second side of the supporting section of the protruded lug for providing an elastic force to the blocking member, in order to hold the blocking member at a predetermined position to face toward the end wall.
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AI summary
A bracket device includes a longitudinal wall, an end wall, a mounting member, a protruded lug, a blocking member and an elastic member. The end wall is connected to the longitudinal wall. The mounting member is connected to the end wall. The protruded lug is arranged on the longitudinal wall and includes a supporting section. The blocking member is movably mounted to the protruded lug, and includes a blocking part and an extension part. The extension part is configured to abut against the supporting section of the protruded lug. The elastic member is configured to provide an elastic force to the blocking member for holding the blocking part of the blocking member at a predetermined position relative to the end wall.