Clamp Mechanism for Stable Circuit Board Socket Insertion
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Solution Overview
Problem
The insertion of fragile circuit boards into sockets is prone to bending and deterioration due to manual handling, which can lead to operator fatigue and increased risk of static electricity damage.
Innovation Solution
A clamp tool with a hollow casing and a clamp mechanism, featuring a handle, base, trigger, lever, and moving elements, that securely holds the circuit board between stop elements, reducing the need for repetitive wrist movements and preventing static electricity transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual insertion is used, then the operator can directly insert the circuit board, but the circuit board may bend and deteriorate due to applied force
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a clamp tool as an intermediary device between the operator's hand and the circuit board. The clamp tool includes a body with a cavity that receives the circuit board, and a clamp mechanism with movable elements that apply distributed clamping force through stop elements. This intermediary structure prevents direct hand contact that causes bending while maintaining secure holding during insertion.
2Ease of operation
If manual handling is used, then the operator can handle the circuit board directly, but static electricity may be transmitted to the circuit board
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp tool serves as an intermediary that eliminates direct contact between the operator's hand and the circuit board. The operator manipulates the clamp tool's handle and trigger, which are designed as ESD-safe interfaces, while the clamp mechanism interfaces with the circuit board through non-conductive or ESD-protected components. This intermediary structure blocks static electricity transmission while preserving operational capability.
3Productivity
If repetitive manual insertion is performed, then the insertion operation can be completed, but the operator experiences chronic pain and fatigue
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp tool is designed with ergonomic features that allow the operator to perform insertion with minimal repetitive strain. The trigger mechanism enables one-handed operation, and the clamp tool's weight and balance are optimized to reduce wrist fatigue. The tool performs the clamping and holding functions automatically once activated, reducing the physical effort required for each repetitive insertion cycle.
4Reliability
If a tool is installed on top of the circuit board, then the insertion force is evenly distributed, but the operator requires repetitive movements and time to install and remove the tool
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the clamping function and the insertion tool functions into a single integrated device. The clamp tool includes a body with a cavity that directly receives the circuit board, and the clamp mechanism with movable elements provides the clamping action. This unified structure eliminates the need for separate tool installation and removal steps, as the clamp tool itself performs both holding and insertion functions in one operation.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a clamp tool for inserting a circuit board into a socket. The clamp tool includes a hollow casing and a clamp mechanism. The hollow casing includes a handle and a base.