Slide Rail Reinforcement Structure for Narrow Rack Widths
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing reinforcement devices for slide assemblies increase the width of the rail assembly, making them unsuitable for installation in racks with limited space.
Innovation Solution
A reinforcement device with a rail featuring a recessed reinforcement path and an extension support that maintains the original width by using a movable reinforcement member and flanges to hold the top and bottom walls, allowing for adjustable reinforcement without expanding the assembly's width.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a reinforcing element is connected to the outer surface of the stationary slide rail and the mounting slide rail is slidably connected to the reinforcing element, then the reinforcement strength is improved, but the width of the slide assembly is increased
Solution Approach 1:
The reinforcement member is nested within the recessed reinforcement path of the rail, allowing the reinforcement structure to be contained within the existing width boundaries of the slide assembly, thus providing reinforcement without increasing the overall width
Solution Approach 2:
The reinforcement path is designed as a recessed three-dimensional structure with depth, allowing the reinforcement member to be positioned within this depth dimension rather than extending outward in the width dimension, thereby maintaining a compact profile while providing structural reinforcement
2Stability of the object's composition
If the reinforcement member is fixed to the reinforcement path of the rail, then the reinforcement stability is improved, but the adjustability for different rack sizes is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The reinforcement member is designed to be movable within the recessed reinforcement path rather than permanently fixed, allowing it to be repositioned along the path to accommodate different rack sizes and configurations while maintaining stable reinforcement at each position
Solution Approach 2:
The reinforcement path is designed as a segmented or continuous track that allows the reinforcement member to be positioned at different locations, providing adaptability for various rack sizes while maintaining structural stability at each positioned location
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AI summary
A reinforcement device includes a rail, a reinforcement member and an extension support which is connected to the reinforcement member. The rail has a top wall, a bottom wall and a sidewall connected between the top and bottom walls. The sidewall has a first face and a second face which is located opposite to the first face. A space between the top wall, the bottom wall and the first face of the sidewall defines a slide path. The reinforcement member is connected to the reinforcement path of the rail. The extension support is engaged with the rail. The rail is reinforced by the reinforcement member and the extension support.