Snap-Fit Wall Anchoring System with Integrated Power Connector
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wall anchoring systems for electrical devices lack a rapid mounting solution that combines secure anchoring with efficient power delivery, often requiring additional mounting devices and complex electrical wiring.
Innovation Solution
A rapid mount anchoring system featuring a rigid frame with a lip and rearward extending guide members, allowing for snap-fit installation with a removable mounting plate that includes a connector assembly for power delivery, enabling secure mounting and efficient power distribution to electrical devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional wall anchoring systems are used for electrical devices, then secure mounting is achieved, but installation time increases and additional mounting devices are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the anchoring function and power delivery function into a single integrated wall anchoring system. The rigid frame with mounting plate serves both structural support and electrical connection purposes, eliminating the need for separate mounting devices and reducing installation steps.
Solution Approach 2:
The wall anchoring system performs multiple functions: structural anchoring, device mounting, cable management, and power delivery. The single system replaces what would traditionally require multiple separate components, improving installation efficiency while maintaining secure mounting.
2Ease of operation
If traditional electrical wiring is used, then power delivery is achieved, but onsite electrical work is required
Solution Approach 1:
The power delivery system is segmented into modular connector components that can be assembled and connected without professional electrical work. The connector assembly breaks down power delivery into simple plug-and-play connections, eliminating the need for complex wiring and onsite electrical installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector assembly acts as an intermediary between the wall anchoring system and electrical devices, providing a simplified interface for power delivery. This intermediary component translates complex electrical connections into simple connector interfaces that can be installed without electrical expertise.
3Productivity
If a integrated anchoring and power delivery system is used, then installation efficiency improves, but connector design complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connector assembly is designed with nested components where the L-shaped connector fits within the mounting plate opening, and the overmolded portions are nested within each other. This nesting approach consolidates multiple functions into a compact structure that, while complex in design, simplifies installation by pre-integrating multiple functions.
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AI summary
A rapid mount wall anchoring/power delivery system to both mount electrical devices and deliver power to the devices through a series of mateable connectors. The wall anchoring system includes a rigid frame with a lip having an opening therein, a rearward extending sidewall surrounding the opening, rearwardly extending guide members extending rearward from the sidewalls, a rigid mounting plate within the opening, and means to secure the wall anchoring system to a wall. The rigid mounting plate is snap fit into the opening of the rigid frame and the mounting plate includes a second opening for the mateable connection of a power delivery connector assembly. The connector assembly includes at one end a generally L shaped connector that is preferably overmolded, the connector includes gripping means to facilitate mounting of the connector to the mounting plate second opening. The connector includes an end lip with a width wide enough to ensure a tight fit that is still capable of slidable engagement into the mounting plate second opening.