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GB2545695A
GB2545695A GB1522647.5A GB201522647A GB2545695A GB 2545695 A GB2545695 A GB 2545695A GB 201522647 A GB201522647 A GB 201522647A GB 2545695 A GB2545695 A GB 2545695A
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Didnee Maud
Wagstaff Lee
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H02—GENERATION; CONVERSION OR DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRIC POWER
    • H02G—INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC CABLES OR LINES, OR OF COMBINED OPTICAL AND ELECTRIC CABLES OR LINES
    • H02G3/00—Installations of electric cables or lines or protective tubing therefor in or on buildings, equivalent structures or vehicles
    • H02G3/30—Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings
    • H02G3/32—Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B33—ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
    • B33Y—ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING, i.e. MANUFACTURING OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL [3-D] OBJECTS BY ADDITIVE DEPOSITION, ADDITIVE AGGLOMERATION OR ADDITIVE LAYERING, e.g. BY 3-D PRINTING, STEREOLITHOGRAPHY OR SELECTIVE LASER SINTERING
    • B33Y80/00—Products made by additive manufacturing
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L—PIPES; JOINTS OR FITTINGS FOR PIPES; SUPPORTS FOR PIPES, CABLES OR PROTECTIVE TUBING; MEANS FOR THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L3/00—Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets
    • F16L3/22—Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals
    • F16L3/23—Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals for a bundle of pipes or a plurality of pipes placed side by side in contact with each other
    • F16L3/233—Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals for a bundle of pipes or a plurality of pipes placed side by side in contact with each other by means of a flexible band
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G02—OPTICS
    • G02B—OPTICAL ELEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS
    • G02B6/00—Light guides; Structural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
    • G02B6/44—Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
    • G02B6/4439—Auxiliary devices
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G02—OPTICS
    • G02B—OPTICAL ELEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS
    • G02B6/00—Light guides; Structural details of arrangements comprising light guides and other optical elements, e.g. couplings
    • G02B6/44—Mechanical structures for providing tensile strength and external protection for fibres, e.g. optical transmission cables
    • G02B6/4439—Auxiliary devices
    • G02B6/444—Systems or boxes with surplus lengths
    • G02B6/4452—Distribution frames
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F16—ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L—PIPES; JOINTS OR FITTINGS FOR PIPES; SUPPORTS FOR PIPES, CABLES OR PROTECTIVE TUBING; MEANS FOR THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL
    • F16L3/00—Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets
    • F16L3/22—Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals
    • F16L3/223—Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals each support having one transverse base for supporting the pipes

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Abstract

A cable segregation device comprising: a body 102 having a first body portion 110, a second body portion 104 and a third body portion 106. The first body portion, second body portion and third body portion are integrally formed at a first end 112 and are separable relative to each other at a second end 114. The body portions are arranged such that a plurality of recesses 116 each shaped to receive a cable are provided. The device also comprises a strap 118 integrally formed with the second end of the second body portion at a first end, the strap comprising a first fastener element 120 at a second end; and a second fastener element 122 integrally formed with the first body portion. The first fastener element and the second fastener element are arranged such that in use, the strap extends around at least a portion of the first, second and third body portions and the first fastener element couples with the second fastener element such that the second ends of the body portions are urged together. The cable separation device may be one piece moulded or formed by additive layer manufacturing from a plastic such as thermoplastic polyurethane.

Description

CABLE SEGREGATION DEVICE
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to a cable segregation device. In particular the present invention relates to aircraft generator cable segregation blocks.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] In an aircraft, it is mandatory that generator cables are segregated, rather than being bundled together, for safety reasons. Figure 1 shows a prior art cable segregation device 10 in use to segregate a plurality of cables 12. The cable segregation device 10 of Figure 1 may be referred to as a floating block cable segregation device. Cable segregation device 10 consists of four discrete blocks 14, 16, 18, 20 that make up the body of the device. A plurality of recesses are formed between the four discrete blocks 14, 16, 18, 20, that allow the cable segregation device 10 to receive the plurality of cables 12 and maintain separation between the plurality of cables 12. In order to maintain the separation between the plurality of cables 12, it is necessary that the four discrete blocks are held together. This is achieved by the application of four cable ties 22, 24, 26 and 28 that are wrapped around the periphery of the four discrete blocks in order to prevent the four discrete blocks from moving laterally and vertically with respect to each other.
[0003] As will be appreciated, installation of the cable segregation device 10 of Figure 1 can be a difficult and time consuming job, requiring the installer to first locate the cables in the recesses between the discrete blocks, which will involve orienting the blocks, whilst separating the cables and locating them between the blocks. The installer then must hold the blocks whilst fastening the cables ties around the blocks.
[0004] Figure 2 shows another example of a prior art cable segregation device 30 in use to segregate a plurality of cables 32. The cable segregation device 30 of Figure 2 may be referred to as a clamp block cable segregation device. As in Figure 1, the cable segregation device 30 comprises four discrete blocks 34, 36, 38, 40 that make up the body of the device. A plurality of recesses are formed between the four discrete blocks 34, 36, 38, 40, that allow the cable segregation device 30 to receive the plurality of cables 32 and maintain separation between the plurality of cables 32. First and second tubes 42 are provided at opposing edges of the cable segregation device. A retaining strip 44 is provided to cover the cable segregation device and the first and second tubes 42. Bolts 44 extend through recesses in the retaining strip and through the first and second tubes. The bolts can be retained in the aircraft structure and tightened such that the retaining strip 42 urges the four discrete blocks together to hold the cables in separation. The retaining strip 44 is shaped to have front and rear flange portions that prevent lateral movement of the four discrete blocks 34, 36, 38, 40 with respect to each other in a first lateral axis and the first and second tubes 42 prevent lateral movement of the four discrete blocks 34, 36, 38, 40 with respect to each other to orthogonal lateral axis.
[0005] As will be appreciated, installation of the cable segregation device 30 of Figure 3 can be a difficult and time consuming job, requiring the installer to first locate the cables in the recesses between the discrete blocks, which will involve orienting the blocks, whilst separating the cables and locating them between the blocks. The installer then must hold the blocks whilst fastening the tubes, retaining strips and bolts are installed.
[0006] As a many of these cable segregation blocks are installed in an aircraft, even modest time saved in installing a single device can lead to substantial savings to the total manufacturing time. Also, having multiple discrete components and fastening mechanisms increases the risk of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) in the aircraft during the installation of cable segregation devices.
[0007] It is therefore desirable to provide an improved cable segregation device.
SUMMARY OF INVENTION
[0008] According to a first aspect, there is provided a cable segregation device comprising: a body having a first body portion, a second body portion and a third body portion disposed between the first and second body portions, wherein the first body portion, second body portion and third body portion are integrally formed at a first end and are separable relative to each other at a second end, and wherein the first body portion, second body portion and third body portion are arranged such that a plurality of recesses each shaped to receive a cable are provided between the first and third body portion and a plurality of recesses each shaped to receive a cable are provided between the second and third body portions; a strap integrally formed with the second end of the second body portion at a first end, the strap comprising a first fastener element at a second end; and a second fastener element integrally formed with the first body portion, wherein the first fastener element and the second fastener element are arranged such that in use, the strap extends around at least a portion of the first, second and third body portions and the first fastener element couples with the second fastener element such that the second ends of the first, second and third body portions are urged together.
[0009] The body may further comprise a fourth body portion disposed between the second and third body portions. The fourth body portion may be integrally formed with the first, second and third body portions at a first end. A second end of the fourth body portion is separable relative to the second ends of the first, second and third body portions.
[0010] The first fastener element may comprise a recess formed in the strap. The second fastener element may comprise a knob having a shaft portion and a head portion. The recess and head portion may be configured, such that the recess can be pushed over the head portion towards the first body portion. The recess and head portion may be configured such that the head portion restricts movement of the recess back over the head portion away from the first body portion.
[0011] The cable segregation device may be formed from a one piece moulding process.
The cable segregation device may be integrally formed by additive layer manufacturing. The cable segregation device may be formed from plastics material. The cable segregation device is formed of thermoplastic polyurethane.
[0012] According to a second aspect, there is provided a method of segregating a plurality of cables using the cable segregation device of the first aspect, the method comprising: separating the first, second and third body portions relative to each other; inserting each cable of the plurality of cables into a recess between the first, second and third body portion; engaging the first fastener element with the second fastener element, thereby urging the second ends of the first, second and third body portions together.
[0013] According to a third aspect, there is provided an aircraft comprising the cable segregation device of the first aspect.
[0014] It will of course be appreciated that features described in relation to one aspect of the present invention may be incorporated into other aspects. For example, the method of the present invention may incorporate any of the features described with reference to the apparatus of the nresent invention and vice versa.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0015] Embodiments of the present invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings, of which: [0016] Figure 1 shows a prior art cable segregation device; [0017] Figure 2 shows a prior art cable segregation device; [0018] Figure 3 shows a cable segregation device according to an embodiment; [0019] Figure 4 shows the cable segregation device of Figure 3 in use with a plurality of aircraft generator cables; [0020] Figure 5 shows a cable segregation device according to an embodiment; [0021] Figure 6 shows the cable segregation device of Figure 5 in use with a plurality of aircraft generator cables; and [0022] Figure 7 shows an aircraft according to an embodiment.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0023] Figure 3 shows a cable segregation device 100 according to an embodiment. The cable segregation device 100 of Figure 3 may be referred to as a floating block cable segregation device. Cable segregation device 100 comprises an integral body 102 formed of a first body portion 104, a second body portion 106, a third body portion 108 and a fourth body portion 110. The four body portions 104, 106, 108, 110 are integrally formed at a first end 112 such that there is a continuous edge portion at the first end 112. The four body portions 104, 106, 108, 110 are separable relative to each other at a second end 114. The edge portion 112 may be considered to be a hinge portion which allows the four body portions 104, 106, 108, 110 to be separated from each other at the second end 114. The four body portions 104, 106, 108, 110 are shaped such that when they are not separated with respect to each other, the body portions define a plurality of apertures or recess 116. In the embodiment shown in Figure 3, nine apertures are provided in total, in three rows of three. Three apertures are formed between the first and second body portions 104, 106, three apertures are formed between the second and third body portions 106, 108 and three apertures are formed between the third and fourth body portions 108, 110.
Although Figure 3 shows the cable segregation device having three apertures between each body portion, it should be understood that any number of apertures could be provided depending on the number of cables that require segregation.
[0024] Cable segregation device 100 further comprises a strap 118 integrally formed with the body 102. The strap 118 is integrally formed with the second end 114 of the first body portion 104. The strap 118 comprises an aperture 120 at the end distal to where the strap 118 extends from the body 102. The aperture 120 may also be referred to as a recess or an eyelet. Cable segregation device 100 further comprises a knob or button 122 provided on the upper surface of body 102. The knob is integrally formed with the fourth body portion 110. The knob comprises a shaft portion and a head portion, the head portion having a diameter greater than the shaft. The strap is arranged such that the strap can extend from the first body portion and around the fourth body portion 110 such that the aperture 120 can engage with the knob 122, such that second end 114 of the four body portions 104, 106, 108, 110 are urged together. With the aperture 120 engaged with the knob 122, the head of the knob 122 acts to restrict disengagement of the strap 118 from the knob 122.
[0025] Figure 4 shows the cable segregation device 100 in use segregating a plurality of generator cables 124 in an aircraft. In order for an operator to use the cable segregation device 100, the operator first separates the four body portions relative to each other at the second end 114 to allow the cables 124 to be inserted between the body portions. The operator arranges each cable to be segregated to correspond to an aperture 116 formed between the body portions. Once each cable has been arranged to correspond to an aperture 116, the operator holds the body portions together and extends strap 118 such that it engages with the knob 122. The strap 118 extending around the body 102 acts to secure the body portions and cables in place.
[0026] As can be seen in Figures 3 and 4, when the strap 118 is in its locked positon, the strap is retained within a recess at the second end of the body portions, such that the outer surface of the strap 118 sits flush with the body 102 of the cable segregation device 100. This is advantageous as it reduces the risk of the strap being contacted after installation and reduces the risk that the strap may be accidentally dis-engaged from the knob 122.
[0027] Figure 5 shows a cable segregation device 200 according to an embodiment. The cable segregation device 200 of Figure 5 may be referred to as a floating block cable segregation device. Cable segregation device 200 comnrises an integral bodv 202 formed of a first bodv portion 204, a second body portion 206, a third body portion 208 and a fourth body portion 210. The four body portions 204, 206, 208, 210 are integrally formed at a first end 212 such that there is a continuous edge portion at the first end 212. The four body portions 204, 206, 208, 210 are separable relative to each other at a second end 214. The edge portion 212 may be considered to be a hinge portion which allows the four body portions 204, 206, 208, 210 to be separated from each other at the second end 214. The four body portions 204, 206, 208, 210 are shaped such that when they are not separated with respect to each other, the body portions define a plurality of apertures or recess 216. In the embodiment shown in Figure 5, seven apertures 216 are provided in total, in two rows of two and a row of three. Two apertures are formed between the first and second body portions 204, 206, three apertures are formed between the second and third body portions 206, 208 and two apertures are formed between the third and fourth body portions 208, 210. Although Figure 5 shows the cable segregation device having two or three apertures between each body portion, it should be understood that any number of apertures could be provided depending on the number of cables that require segregation.
[0028] Cable segregation device 200 further comprises a strap 218 integrally formed with the body 202. The strap 218 is integrally formed with the second end 214 of the first body portion 204. The strap 218 comprises an aperture 220 at the end distal to where the strap 218 extends from the body 202. The aperture 220 may also be referred to as a recess or an eyelet. Cable segregation device 200 further comprises a knob 222 or button provided on the upper surface of body 202. The knob is integrally formed with the fourth body portion 210. The knob comprises a shaft portion and a head portion, the head portion having a diameter greater than the shaft. The strap 218 is arranged such that it can extend from the first body portion 204 to the fourth body portion 210 such that the aperture 220 can engage with the knob 222, such that second end 214 of the four body portions 104, 106, 108, 110 are urged together. With the aperture 220 engaged with the knob 222, the head of the knob 222 acts to restrict disengagement of the strap 218 from the knob 222.
[0029] Cable segregation device 200 further comprises first clamp hole 224 that extends through the edge portion 212 of the body portions 204, 206, 208, 210 and a second clamp hole 226 that extends through the second end 214 of the body portions 204, 206, 208, 210. The purpose of the clamp holes is to allow screws/bolts to be inserted through the cable segregation device to allow the cable segregation device to be secured to an aircraft structure during installation, in order to secure the cable segregation device in place.
[0030] Figure 6 shows the cable segregation device 200 in use segregating a plurality of cables 226. In order for an operator to use the cable segregation device 200, the operator first separates the four body portions relative to each other at the second end 214 to allow the cables 226 to be inserted between the body portions. The operator arranges each cable to be segregated to correspond to an aperture formed between the body portions. Once each cable has been arranged to correspond to an aperture, the operator holds the body portions together and extends strap 218 such that it engages with the knob 222. The strap 218 extending from the first body portion 204 to the fourth body portion 210 and acts to secure the body portions and cables in place. Once the cables are secured in the cable segregation device 200 by the strap 218, the operator then fastens the cable segregation device to an aircraft structure as desired by inserting screws bolts 228 through the first and second clamp holes 224, 226 and fastening the screws/bolts and hence the cable segregation device 200 to the aircraft structure.
[0031] Although Figures 3, 4, 5 and 6 show that the strap is secured to the body portions using a knob and eyelet, it should be understood that any suitable fastening mechanism may be used. For example a ratchet strap, hook and loop arrangement, contact adhesive, adhesive tape or the like may be used. Further, in some embodiments, multiple fastening elements may be used.
[0032] Although Figures 3, 4, 5 and 6 show cable segregation devices having bodies comprising four body portions, it will be understood that cable segregation devices according to embodiments of the invention may have three body portions. Also, it should be understood that cable segregation devices according to embodiments of the invention may N body portions, where N is greater than or equal to three, defining apertures in N-l rows.
[0033] The cable segregation devices may be formed by additive layer manufacturing out of Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) material. However, it should be understood that the cable segregation devices may be made of any plastics material provided they have the necessary flexibility to allow the body portions to separated relative to each other and to allow the strap to be extended around the body. It is also advantageous that the material has a high coefficient of friction, so the body of the device restricts movement of the cables through the apertures. The strap and body are integrally formed from the same material. The cable segregation devices may be made by molding.
[0034] The embodiments of Figures 3, 4, 5 and 6 are advantageous over the prior art as the body in embodiments of the present invention is integrally formed and does not require the assembly of multiple discrete parts. For example, it does not require each part of the body to be oriented by the operator. It also does not require the operator to hold the device in place while multiple cable ties are secured around the device. Further, the integral strap and fastening arrangement makes the locking the device simpler and quicker for the operator. Also, as cable segregation devices according to embodiments of the invention reduce the risk of FOD within an aircraft assembly line.
[0035] Further, due to the integrally formed body portions, only a single strap is need to secure the device in place. This is because the body portions are constrained relative to each other in a first and second axis (x-axis, y-axis) due to them being integrally formed and the strap is only therefore necessary to constrain the blocks in the third axis (z-axis).
[0036] Further, as the tightening pressure of the device of the cables is determined by the engagement of the strap to knob, which can be controlled by the dimensions of the strap and the relative place of the knob and eyelet in the strap, the tightening pressure on the cables can be controlled and is not dependent on an operator. This provides consistency of installation and avoids any damages to the cables.
[0037] Figure 7 shows an aircraft 300 including the cable segregation device according to an embodiment of the present invention. The aircraft has a fuselage 302 and two wings 303 extending from either side of the fuselage 302. Each wing 303 extends in a spanwise direction from a wing root 305 where the wing meets the fuselage 302 to a wing tip 306. Each wing 303 is a dihedral wing, so the wing 303 is angled upwardly as it extends towards the wing tip 306. Engines 304 are located on the underside of each wing 303. Figure 7 shows a single engine 204 on each wing, however the number and location of the engines may vary depending on the type of aircraft.
[0038] Where in the foregoing description, integers or elements are mentioned which have known, obvious or foreseeable equivalents, then such equivalents are herein incorporated as if individually set forth. Reference should be made to the claims for determining the true scope of the oresent invention, which should be construed so as to encompass anv such eciuivalents. It will also be appreciated by the reader that integers or features of the invention that are described as preferable, advantageous, convenient or the like are optional and do not limit the scope of the independent claims. Moreover, it is to be understood that such optional integers or features, whilst of possible benefit in some embodiments of the invention, may not be desirable, and may therefore be absent, in other embodiments.

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1. A cable segregation device comprising: a body having a first body portion, a second body portion and a third body portion disposed between the first and second body portions, wherein the first body portion, second body portion and third body portion are integrally formed at a first end and are separable relative to each other at a second end, and wherein the first body portion, second body portion and third body portion are arranged such that a plurality of recesses each shaped to receive a cable are provided between the first and third body portion and a plurality of recesses each shaped to receive a cable are provided between the second and third body portions; a strap integrally formed with the second end of the second body portion at a first end, the strap comprising a first fastener element at a second end; and a second fastener element integrally formed with the first body portion, wherein the first fastener element and the second fastener element are arranged such that in use, the strap extends around at least a portion of the first, second and third body portions and the first fastener element couples with the second fastener element such that the second ends of the first, second and third body portions are urged together.
2. A cable segregation device, according to claim 1, wherein the body further comprises a fourth body portion disposed between the second and third body portions.
3. A cable segregation device according to claim 2, wherein the fourth body portion is integrally formed with the first, second and third body portions at a first end.
4. A cable segregation device according to claim 3, wherein a second end of the fourth body portion is separable relative to the second ends of the first, second and third body portions.
5. A cable segregation device according to any preceding claim, wherein the first fastener element comprises a recess formed in the strap.
6. A cable segregation device according to claim 5, wherein the second fastener element comprises a knob having a shaft portion and a head portion.
7. A cable segregation device according to claim 6, wherein the recess and head portion are configured, such that the recess can be pushed over the head portion towards the first body portion.
8. A cable segregation device according to claim 7, wherein the recess and head portion are configured such that the head portion restricts movement of the recess back over the head portion away from the first body portion.
9. A cable segregation device according to any preceding claim, wherein the cable segregation device is formed from a one piece moulding process.
10. A cable segregation device according to any of claims 1 to 8, wherein the cable segregation device is integrally formed by additive layer manufacturing.
11. A cable segregation device according to any preceding claim, wherein the cable segregation device is formed from plastics material.
12. A cable segregation device according to claim 10, wherein the cable segregation device is formed of thermoplastic polyurethane.
13. A method of segregating a plurality of cables using the cable segregation device of any preceding claim, the method comprising: separating the first, second and third body portions relative to each other; inserting each cable of the plurality of cables into a recess between the first, second and third body portion; engaging the first fastener element with the second fastener element, thereby urging the second ends of the first, second and third body portions together.
14. An aircraft comprising the cable segregation device according to any of claims 1 to 12.
15. A cable segregation device substantially as described with reference to the accompanying drawings.
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