DRIVE CARRIER WITH IN-MOLDED SCREW PLATE

Organization Name

hewlett packard enterprise development lp

Inventor(s)

DRIVE CARRIER WITH IN-MOLDED SCREW PLATE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240256007 titled 'DRIVE CARRIER WITH IN-MOLDED SCREW PLATE

The drive carrier described in the patent application consists of a front portion, a first lateral rail, and a second lateral rail forming a frame to hold a media drive securely.

The first lateral rail is made of plastic and includes a screw hole for attaching the media drive with a screw.
A metal screw plate is in-molded into the plastic of the first lateral rail around the screw hole to reinforce it and prevent cracking or tearing.
The design ensures the media drive is securely attached to the carrier without damaging the plastic components.
This innovation provides a reliable and durable solution for mounting media drives in various devices.
The combination of plastic and metal components enhances the strength and longevity of the drive carrier.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in computer systems, servers, and other electronic devices that require secure mounting of media drives. - It can also be applied in industrial machinery and equipment where reliable drive carriers are essential for operation.

Problems Solved: - Prevents cracking or tearing of plastic components when attaching media drives. - Ensures a secure and stable mounting of media drives in devices.

Benefits: - Increased durability and longevity of drive carriers. - Enhanced security and stability for media drives in various applications.

Commercial Applications: - This technology can be marketed to manufacturers of computer systems, servers, industrial machinery, and other electronic devices that require reliable drive carriers.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the metal screw plate reinforce the plastic components in the drive carrier? 2. What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in mass production?

Original Abstract Submitted

a drive carrier comprises a front portion, a first lateral rail extending from the front portion, and a second lateral rail extending from the front portion. the front portion and first and second lateral rails form a frame configured to receive a media drive between the first and second lateral rails. the first lateral rail is formed from plastic and comprises a screw hole. when the media drive is received in the frame, the media drive is coupled to the first lateral rail by a screw inserted through the screw hole. the drive carrier also has a metal screw plate in-molded into the plastic of the first lateral rail surrounding the screw hole. the screw plate strengthens the first lateral rail around the rim of the screw hole to prevent the head of the screw from cracking the plastic and/or tearing through the plastic.