Motor-Driven Telescopic Hard Disk Rack Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional hard disk racks require manual pull-in or pull-out operations, which are labor-intensive and time-consuming, especially for longer racks, resulting in low work efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A hard disk supporting structure that incorporates a telescopic connecting rod driven by a motor through a transmission mechanism, allowing the rack to move back and forth automatically via a control button, reducing the need for manual labor.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual pull-in or pull-out operation is used for hard disk rack, then the structure is simple, but the work efficiency is low and labor intensity is high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical pulling operation with an automated motor-driven telescopic connecting rod system. The motor converts electrical energy to mechanical motion, driving the telescopic rod to extend and retract, thereby automatically moving the hard disk rack without manual intervention and significantly improving work efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The telescopic connecting rod mechanism enables the hard disk rack to move itself through automated extension and retraction. The motor drives the telescopic rod to automatically position the rack, eliminating the need for manual pulling operations and reducing labor intensity while maintaining operational simplicity.
2Loss of time
If manual operation is used for long hard disk rack, then the device is simple, but more physical strength and time are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a dynamic telescopic connecting rod mechanism that can extend and retract automatically based on operational needs. The motor-driven system adapts the rack position dynamically, allowing quick extension for access and automatic retraction, thereby reducing operation time compared to manual adjustments.
Solution Approach 2:
The manual mechanical pulling process is replaced with an automated motor-driven telescopic mechanism. The motor provides powered motion that quickly extends and retracts the telescopic rod, significantly reducing the time required to move the hard disk rack compared to manual operations, especially for longer racks.
3Extent of automation
If telescopic connecting rod with motor is added, then automation is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The telescopic connecting rod is designed with a nested structure where one rod section is inserted within another, allowing compact storage when retracted and easy extension when needed. This nesting design achieves automation while maintaining a compact form factor and minimizing the space required for the automated mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The transmission mechanism acts as an intermediary between the motor and the telescopic connecting rod. It converts the motor's rotational motion into the linear extension and retraction of the telescopic rod, enabling automation while distributing the mechanical complexity across separate functional components.
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AI summary
A hard disk supporting structure is provided. The hard disk supporting structure includes a hard disk rack, a telescopic connecting rod, and a motor. The hard disk rack is for disposing at least one hard disk. An end of the telescopic connecting rod is connected to a rear end of the hard disk rack. The motor is connected to the other end of the telescopic connecting rod through a transmission mechanism; the motor drives the telescopic connecting rod to extend or retract through the transmission mechanism, to drive the hard disk rack to move back and forth. The present disclosure can automatically move the hard disk rack back and forth through a structure with automatic telescopic function, which saves labor, and improves efficiency.