Support Part for Elongated Objects with Clamping Hooks

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing solutions for fastening elongate objects to carrier plates are complex and lack simplicity in handling and orientation flexibility, particularly when connecting a carrier part to a clamp part.

Innovation Solution

A carrier part with two opposing latching hooks and a fastening strap positioned between them for reliable locking, combined with a clamp part featuring crossing fastening recesses allowing easy orientation adjustments, enabling secure and versatile fastening of elongate objects to carrier plates.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If cable ties or cable holders are used to fasten elongated objects, then fastening can be achieved, but the connection method becomes complex and lacks simplicity in handling and orientation flexibility

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesimplicity in handling and orientation flexibilityVSAvoidcomplexity of connection method

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The support part is divided into distinct functional segments: a support strip for positioning, a fastening tab for connection, and locking hooks for securing. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, simplifying the overall connection process while maintaining flexibility.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The fastening tab is pivotally connected to the support strip and can be positioned in different orientations. The locking hooks engage with the fastening tab to secure it in place. This nested structure allows the fastening tab to be stored in a compact position and deployed when needed, simplifying handling while providing multiple orientation options.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

2Adaptability or versatility

If a fastening tab is pivotally connected to the support strip, then orientation flexibility is improved, but the reliability of connection may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveorientation flexibilityVSAvoidreliability of connection

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The locking hooks are pre-positioned on the support strip in specific orientations. When the fastening tab is pivoted into place, the locking hooks automatically engage with corresponding features on the fastening tab, securing it in the desired orientation. This preliminary positioning ensures both flexibility in orientation and reliability of connection.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The locking mechanism is designed to automatically engage when the fastening tab is pivoted into the correct position. The locking hooks and corresponding engagement features work together to secure the connection without requiring additional fastening steps, maintaining both orientation flexibility and connection reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentEP2961997B1Support part for attaching elongated objects, clamping part for plugging onto a base, and arrangement with a support part and a clamping part

Publication Date: 2019.11.13 A RAYMOND & CO SCS

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AI summary

The invention relates to an arrangement consisting of a support part (1) to which an elongated object (29) can be attached and consisting of a clamping part (2). An attachment tab (13) engages through attachment openings (21; 24, 25; 27) formed on the clamping part (2) such that the elongated object (29) can be attached to a base (32).