Optical Fiber Splicing Tray with Detachable Marker
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for identifying and managing optical fiber splicing trays in high-density applications are not intuitive, leading to resource waste and environmental issues due to the need for frequent tray replacements and poor adhesion of color tags in harsh outdoor conditions.
Innovation Solution
An optical fiber splicing tray with a detachable marker that can be easily observed and replaced, featuring a mechanical connection system using protrusions and buckles, and optionally an RFID tag for identification, allowing for visual and accurate classification management without replacing the entire tray.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If color trays are used to identify different service areas, then visual identification is improved, but resource waste increases due to frequent tray replacements
Solution Approach 1:
The identification function is segmented from the tray body itself. Instead of the entire tray being colored to indicate its function, only a separate marker component carries the color/identification information. This allows the tray body to be reused while only replacing the lightweight marker when service areas change.
Solution Approach 2:
The color/identification feature is extracted as a separate detachable marker component from the tray body. This extracted marker can be independently replaced without disposing of the entire tray, thus reducing material waste while maintaining clear visual identification.
2Adaptability or versatility
If self-adhesive tags are pasted on trays for identification, then adaptability to actual use is improved, but adhesion reliability deteriorates in harsh outdoor environments
Solution Approach 1:
The marker is designed as a separate component that attaches to the tray rather than being permanently integrated or relying on adhesive tags. This segmentation allows the marker to be securely connected through mechanical means (protrusions and buckles) while maintaining the ability to be replaced for different service areas.
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesive bonding system is replaced with a mechanical connection system. Instead of relying on adhesive tags that fail in harsh environments, the marker uses protrusions and buckles that provide reliable mechanical attachment, resistant to humidity, temperature variations, and dust.
3Area of stationary object
If small color tags are pasted on narrow tray surfaces, then space utilization is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase due to difficult application
Solution Approach 1:
The marker component is designed with self-aligning features through its protrusions that fit into corresponding buckles on the tray. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for precise manual placement, as the marker automatically positions itself correctly when attached, reducing placement precision requirements while maintaining space efficiency.
4Measurement precision
If RFID tags are added for identification, then measurement precision of tray identity is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The RFID identification function is merged into the existing marker component structure. Rather than adding a completely separate RFID system, the RFID tag is integrated within the same marker that provides visual color identification, combining multiple identification methods (visual and electronic) into a single unified component.
Data Source
AI summary
An optical fiber splicing tray is disclosed. The optical fiber splicing tray may include: an optical fiber splicing tray body; and a marker detachably connected to the optical fiber splicing tray body, where the marker is arranged at a position facilitating observation and identification of the marker when a plurality of optical fiber splicing trays are stacked.