Sterilization Tray Bracket Assembly With Fastening Tab Retention
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Solution Overview
Problem
The assembly and disassembly of sterilization tray bracket systems are cumbersome and time-consuming, leading to inefficiencies in the medical industry, as they require multiple parts and complex positioning, which wastes time and resources.
Innovation Solution
A bracket and tray connection system featuring a tray with connector holes and a bracket with fastening tabs and interior corner pockets, allowing for easy engagement and retention using a retainer structure, enabling quick assembly and disassembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If multiple pieces are used to form the bracket, then the bracket can be securely assembled to the tray, but the assembly and disassembly process becomes cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple bracket pieces into a single integrated bracket structure that can be assembled as one unit. The bracket includes a base portion with engagement features that interact with the tray as a unified system, eliminating the need to assemble multiple separate pieces and significantly reducing assembly time while maintaining secure attachment.
2Strength
If multiple pieces are used to form the bracket, then the bracket can be securely assembled to the tray, but the disassembly process becomes cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket incorporates dynamic engagement features that allow for quick release and reassembly. The engagement features include movable elements that can be easily actuated to disengage from the tray, enabling rapid disassembly without requiring complex manual manipulation of multiple pieces, thus reducing disassembly time while maintaining secure attachment during use.
3Loss of time
If a single piece bracket is used, then assembly and disassembly become faster, but the ability to securely retain instruments may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The single-piece bracket is designed with segmented functional zones including distinct instrument retention features such as slots, clips, or engagement protrusions that securely hold instruments. The bracket base portion provides attachment to the tray while separate retention portions secure instruments, allowing the single piece to perform multiple functions reliably without compromising instrument retention capability.
4Adaptability or versatility
If multiple pieces are used to form the bracket, then the bracket can be adjusted and reconfigured, but the process becomes more complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The single-piece bracket is designed with universal engagement features that can accommodate different instrument types and tray configurations. The bracket includes adjustable elements and standardized connection interfaces that allow reconfiguration for various applications without requiring multiple specialized pieces, simplifying the overall structure while maintaining adaptability and versatility.
Data Source
AI summary
A bracket and tray connection system includes a tray with a plurality of connector holes positioned therein, wherein the tray has an upper surface. A bracket has a base surface positioned proximate to an upper surface of the tray. At least one fastening tab is formed on the base surface of the bracket, wherein the fastening tab extends away from the base surface and through at least one of the connector holes within the tray. An interior corner pocket is formed by the fastening tab and located at least partially between the base surface and the fastening tab. An exterior corner of at least one of the connector holes is positioned with the interior corner pocket. A retainer structure is formed on the base surface of the bracket, wherein the retainer structure engages with the tray to retain the exterior corner positioned within the interior corner pocket.