Slide Rail Kit with Elastic Mounting for Tool-Free Rack Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing slide rail systems require tools for mounting and removal, complicating the installation and removal process due to diverse market requirements and varying rack post features.
Innovation Solution
A slide rail kit comprising a rail member, a supporting bracket with elastic members and mounting features that allow for easy attachment and detachment from rack posts using elastic forces and adjustable mounting positions, enabling tool-free installation and removal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional mounting features and mounting portions are used with tools (screws), then the mounting is secure and reliable, but the installation and removal process becomes complicated and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting portion is divided into a fixed portion and a movable portion. The movable portion can elastically move between a first position (for tool-free mounting/dismounting) and a second position (for secure locked mounting), enabling both ease of operation and mounting security through functional segmentation
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting portion transitions from a static structure to a dynamic one where the movable portion can elastically shift positions. This dynamic capability allows the system to adapt between ease of installation (first position) and secure mounting (second position), resolving the contradiction between operational ease and mounting reliability
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple mounting features are provided on rack posts for different specifications, then the adaptability to diverse market requirements is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting portion is designed with universal adaptability to engage with different mounting features on rack posts. The fixed portion provides structural support while the movable portion with elastic element can accommodate various mounting feature configurations, enabling one mounting portion design to serve multiple rack types and specifications
3Ease of operation
If tool-free mounting mechanism is implemented using elastic elements, then the ease of operation is improved, but the mounting security and structural strength may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting portion is segmented into fixed and movable portions. The fixed portion maintains structural integrity and provides stable engagement with the rack, while the movable portion with elastic element enables tool-free operation. This segmentation allows the system to achieve both ease of operation and mounting strength through differentiated functional zones
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates easy and secure mounting and removal of slide rails from racks without tools, improving installation efficiency and structural strength through adjustable mounting and elastic locking mechanisms.
Implementation Method 1
a second mounting feature (36) comprising an elastic member (38) and a mounting member (40), wherein the mounting member (40) is arranged on the elastic member (38)
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AI summary
A slide rail kit (22) is applicable to a rack. The rack includes at least one mounting structure having a first predetermined portion (52) and a second predetermined portion (54) . The slide rail kit (22) includes a rail member (24) and a supporting bracket (26) . The supporting bracket (26) is arranged on the rail member (24) and includes a first mounting feature (34) and a second mounting feature (36). The first mounting feature (34) is configured to be mounted to the first predetermined portion (52) of the rack. The second mounting feature (36) includes an elastic member (38) and a mounting member (40) arranged on the elastic member (38) . The mounting member (40) can be mounted to the second predetermined portion (54) of the rack in response to an elastic force of the elastic member (38).