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Abstract
Disclosed is a method for 3-axis alignment actuation for a rack docking station. Benefits include improved reliability.
Method for 3-axis alignment actuation for a rack docking
station
Disclosed is a method for 3-axis alignment actuation for a rack
docking station. Benefits include improved reliability.
Description
The
disclosed method is a spring-loaded mechanism used to overcome connector
insertion forces and to take up associated tolerances in a server and a Rack
Docking Station on the rear of an electronics rack. The X-Y assembly moves in
both the x-axis and y-axis to gather part tolerances in the assembly while enabling
the RDS adapter board to travel on
the z-axis via springs(see Figure 1).
Advantages
The
advantages of the disclosed method include:
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Support for server systems which implement Rack Docking
Station technology
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Ability to overcome large tolerances in associated
parts and still ensure reliable mating of connectors.
Fig. 1
Disclosed anonymously
