Tool Suspension Structure With Segmented Fixing Elements
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional tool suspension structures for displaying sockets lack a balanced structure strength and material cost efficiency, as they often rely on complex connecting elements that are difficult to separate and reattach securely.
Innovation Solution
A tool suspension structure featuring a main body with T-shaped design and engaging members, including first and second fixing elements with specific length ratios, that securely position sockets through tetragonal and hexagonal holes, enhancing fixation strength while allowing for easy assembly and disassembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If conventional connecting elements with conical faces and toothed-hook-shaped side faces are used, then the connection strength between tool pieces and positioning elements is improved, but the device complexity and difficulty of assembly/disassembly increase
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting element is divided into separate components: positioning elements with positioning portions, fixing members with conical faces, and tool pieces with through slots. This segmentation allows each component to be simple in structure while achieving strong connection when assembled together, resolving the contradiction between connection strength and device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The positioning portions are pre-formed with specific geometries (protruding rods with through slots) that guide the assembly process. The conical faces are pre-configured to provide self-aligning and self-locking functionality during insertion, eliminating the need for complex adjustment mechanisms and reducing overall device complexity while maintaining connection strength
2Reliability
If complex connecting elements with multiple fixing portions are used, then the reliability of securing tool pieces is improved, but the manufacturing cost and material usage increase
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning portions serve multiple functions simultaneously: they provide positioning guidance through their protruding rod shape, enable connection through the through slots, and facilitate secure locking when combined with the conical-faced fixing members. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components for each function, decreasing material usage while maintaining securing reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the positioning and fixing functions into an integrated system where the positioning portion and fixing member work together as a unified connection mechanism. The conical face of the fixing member combines with the through slot of the positioning portion to create both positioning and securing actions in a single assembly operation, reducing total material requirements compared to separate positioning and fixing components
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AI summary
A tool suspension structure of the present invention is adapted for displaying a socket which forms holes at two opposite ends respectively. The tool suspension structure includes a main body and an engaging member which is detachably disposed to the main body. The main body has a plurality of first fixing elements adapted for inserting into the holes of the socket, and the engaging member has a plurality of second fixing elements adapted for inserting into the hole of the socket. The socket is able to be fixed and secured. Besides, a ratio of a length of the second fixing element inside the hole of the socket to a length of the hole is 0.3 to 0.6. Thus, structure strength and material amount can be balanced.