Telecommunications Enclosure Base With Removable Cable Sealing Modules
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing telecommunications enclosures face challenges in efficiently coupling cables to cable ports, particularly in cramped locations, and require complex pressurization systems for sealing, which complicates assembly, maintenance, and structural integrity.
Innovation Solution
A telecommunications enclosure design featuring a base with an outer structure and inner assembly, where sealing modules are removably inserted, allowing cable access without disturbing the outer structure, and enabling individual replacement or closure of cable ports, using elastically deformable elements for sealing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a complex pressurization system is used for sealing cable ports, then sealing efficiency is improved, but device complexity and structural integrity are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The base is divided into an outer structure and a removable inner assembly, allowing the sealing function to be separated from the main structural component. This segmentation eliminates the need for complex pressurization systems while maintaining sealing efficiency through simpler elastomeric seals.
Solution Approach 2:
The inner assembly containing the cable ports and seals is extracted as a separate removable component from the outer structure. This extraction allows the sealing mechanism to be simplified and replaced easily without affecting the overall structural integrity of the enclosure.
2Strength
If cable ports are sealed with a unified base structure, then structural integrity is improved, but ease of repair and maintenance are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The base structure is segmented into a permanent outer structure and a removable inner assembly. This allows the outer structure to maintain structural integrity while the inner assembly can be easily removed and replaced for maintenance or repair of cable ports.
Solution Approach 2:
The inner assembly is designed as a disposable or replaceable component that can be removed and replaced without damaging the outer structure. This facilitates easy maintenance and repair while preserving the integrity of the main enclosure structure.
3Ease of operation
If the entire base is removed for cable access, then ease of operation is improved, but loss of time and productivity are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The base is segmented into an outer structure and an inner assembly, allowing operators to access cable ports by removing only the inner assembly rather than the entire base. This reduces the time and effort required for cable coupling operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The inner assembly is pre-configured with all necessary cable ports and sealing components, allowing for quick removal and replacement without requiring complex disassembly or reconfiguration during maintenance operations.
4Strength
If sealing modules are permanently integrated into the base, then structural integrity is improved, but adaptability and ease of manufacture are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The base is divided into an outer structure and removable inner assemblies that can be configured differently. This segmentation provides adaptability for different cable port configurations while maintaining the structural integrity of the outer enclosure.
Solution Approach 2:
The outer structure is designed as a universal component that can accommodate different inner assemblies with varying cable port configurations. This multi-functionality allows the same outer structure to support different sealing module arrangements.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates easy cable coupling in confined spaces, improves structural rigidity, simplifies assembly and maintenance, and enhances sealing efficiency by allowing modular replacement of cable ports.
Implementation Method 1
a sealing module, comprising a first part and a second part; wherein the first part and the second part define a cable port for housing a cable
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AI summary
The present disclosure discloses a telecommunications enclosure (1) and a method for coupling a cable (6) to a cable port (15) of the telecommunications enclosure (1). The latter comprises a casing (2) and a base (10) removably coupled to the casing (2). The base (10) comprises an outer structure (11) having an inner opening (12), and an inner assembly (130) comprising an inner structure (13), adapted to be removably inserted within the inner opening (12), and a plurality of sealing modules (14), each comprising a first part (14a) and a second part (14b). The outer structure (11) comprises a plurality of receiving portions (16) each having a recess (161) adapted to receive at least said first part (14a) of a respective sealing module (14) of the plurality of sealing modules (14). The base (10) is commutable between an assembled condition and a disassembled condition. In the assembled condition, the sealing modules (14), the inner structure (13) and the outer structure (11) are coupled to each other, the inner assembly (130) is inserted within the inner opening (12) of the outer structure (11) and, for each sealing module (14), at least said first part (14a) is received in the respective recess (161), the second part is coupled to the inner structure (13) and said first part (14a) and second part (14b) define a corresponding cable port (15). In the disassembled condition, at least part of the inner assembly (130) is removed from the inner opening (12) of the outer structure (13) to enable insertion of a cable (6) into the respective cable port (15). In both the assembled condition and disassembled condition, the plurality of receiving portions (16) of the outer structure (11) are connected to each other.