Slide Rail Adjusting Assembly for Height and Inclination Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing slide rail mechanisms lack the ability to freely adjust the height and angle of inclination of furniture parts, as previous solutions occupy valuable space with height adjustment mechanisms, limiting flexibility and functionality.
Innovation Solution
A slide rail mechanism incorporating a resilient member with a first adjusting device that allows height adjustment and a second adjusting device for transverse position adjustment, utilizing a main body and eccentric portions with different axes, and a guiding feature for precise alignment and operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If height adjustment mechanisms are added to slide rails, then the adjustability of furniture parts is improved, but the available space within the slide rail structure is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the height adjustment function and transverse position adjustment function into a single integrated adjusting device structure. The first adjusting device for height adjustment and the second adjusting device for transverse position adjustment are merged into one compact assembly that fits within the slide rail without requiring separate dedicated spaces for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjusting device is designed to perform multiple functions (height adjustment and transverse position adjustment) within a single structural unit. This multi-functional design allows the mechanism to provide comprehensive adjustment capabilities while occupying minimal space within the slide rail structure.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple adjustment devices are integrated into the slide rail, then the operational flexibility is improved, but the structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple adjustment functions are combined into a single integrated adjusting device that occupies one location within the slide rail. This merging approach provides comprehensive adjustment capabilities (height and transverse position) while avoiding the structural complexity that would result from having separate adjustment mechanisms distributed throughout the slide rail.
Solution Approach 2:
The resilient member acts as an intermediary element that connects the adjusting devices to the furniture part. This mediator component simplifies the overall structure by providing a flexible connection point that accommodates adjustments without requiring complex direct linkages between all adjustment mechanisms and the furniture part.
3Adaptability or versatility
If height adjustment mechanisms are mounted in the pull-out rail, then the adjustability is improved, but the bottom space of the rail is occupied
Solution Approach 1:
The adjusting device is designed to utilize the vertical dimension and lateral space within the slide rail structure rather than occupying the bottom horizontal space. By arranging adjustment mechanisms in the vertical and lateral dimensions, the design preserves the bottom space of the pull-out rail for other components while still providing full height adjustment capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The height adjustment and transverse position adjustment functions are merged into a single compact device that fits within the available three-dimensional space of the slide rail without encroaching on the bottom space. This integrated design allows both adjustment functions to coexist in a space-efficient manner.
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
Enables flexible adjustment of the angle of inclination and transverse position of furniture parts, enhancing operational flexibility and usability without occupying additional space.
Implementation Method 1
The resilient member is located between a front portion and a rear portion of the slide rail and includes a first portion and a second portion
Implementation Method 2
The first adjusting member includes a main body portion and an eccentric portion. The main body portion and the eccentric portion have different axes, and the eccentric portion is mounted on the first base
Data Source
AI summary
A slide rail mechanism includes a slide rail, a resilient member, and an adjusting device. The slide rail includes a front portion and a rear portion. The resilient member is located between the front portion and the rear portion of the slide rail and includes a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion is fixed with respect to the slide rail. The adjusting device is configured for adjusting the height of the second portion with respect to the first portion.