Tool-Free Detaching Mechanism for Secure Electronic Modules
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional modular electronic devices require the use of tools like screwdrivers for detachment, leading to delays and potential loss of fasteners during detachment.
Innovation Solution
A detaching mechanism with an engaging and driving component that allows for tool-free detachment by moving the engaging component relative to the detachable module along different directions, utilizing an accommodating frame, sliding slots, and elastic components for easy disengagement from positioning components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fastener such as a screw component is used to assemble and position a detachable module, then the detachable module can be securely fixed, but the detachment process requires additional tools and time
Solution Approach 1:
The fastener is divided into a fixed portion attached to the main body and a movable portion attached to the engaging component. This segmentation allows the movable portion to be pushed and rotated to disengage the locking mechanism, enabling tool-free detachment while maintaining secure fixation during normal operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The fastener transitions from a static locking mechanism to a dynamic one where the movable portion can be pushed along the pushing direction and rotated along the rotating direction. This dynamic behavior allows the fastener to switch between locked and unlocked states without requiring external tools.
2Reliability
If a screw driver is required to detach the fastener, then secure assembly is maintained, but the detachment process becomes time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The detaching mechanism is designed to be operated directly by hand without external tools. The user pushes the engaging component along the pushing direction, which rotates the movable portion of the fastener along the rotating direction, automatically disengaging the locking mechanism and enabling quick detachment.
3Reliability
If a conventional fastening mechanism is used, then the detachable module can be firmly positioned, but the fastener may be dropped accidentally during detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The movable portion of the fastener is merged with the engaging component, forming an integrated structure. This ensures that the fastener remains attached to the engaging component throughout the detachment process and cannot be dropped or lost, while still allowing secure positioning during normal operation.
4Reliability
If multiple operations are required to detach the fastener, then secure assembly is maintained, but the detachment process becomes complicated and error-prone
Solution Approach 1:
The engaging component is pre-configured with the movable portion of the fastener in a ready-to-release state. When the user pushes the engaging component along the pushing direction, the movable portion automatically rotates along the rotating direction to disengage the locking mechanism, eliminating the need for multiple separate operations and reducing complexity.
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
Enables simple and tool-free detachment of modules, eliminating the risk of lost fasteners and reducing detachment time.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic component disposed between the accommodating frame and the driving component
Data Source
AI summary
A detaching mechanism for a detachable module is provided. The detaching mechanism includes an engaging component and a driving component. The engaging component is for separately engaging with a positioning component. The engaging component is movable relatively to the detachable module along a first direction. The driving component is movable relatively to the detachable module along a second direction different from the first direction. When the driving component moves along the second direction, the driving component pushes the engaging component to move along the first direction, so as to drive the engaging component to disengage from the positioning component. An electronic device with the aforementioned detaching mechanism is also provided.