Fixed mechanism pedestal assembly

Abstract

What is needed is a pavement support device that reduces surface load, facilitates access to objects beneath the pavement, and prevents the pavement from being dislodged from the elevated structure's mounting surface in strong wind conditions. [Solution] The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly comprises a support mechanism. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly further comprises a fixing mechanism disposed within the support mechanism. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly comprises an insert assembly disposed through the support mechanism and the fixing mechanism. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly includes a pedestal, and the support mechanism and the fixing mechanism abut against the top of the pedestal.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a fixed mechanism pedestal assembly, and more particularly to a fixed mechanism pedestal assembly for a support member.

Background Art

[0002] Paving materials, tiles, or other floorboards, hereinafter simply referred to as paving materials, are used in various construction sites and landscape situations. Paving materials are sometimes installed in gardens, atriums, sidewalks, private roads, or on the rooftops of buildings. Some types of paving materials are made of heavy materials and have physically large dimensions, so they become difficult to move after installation. This applies when paving materials are used for landscaping, sidewalks, atriums, or private roads. In other applications, the paving materials have a smaller weight and the load on the surface where the paving materials are installed is limited. In some cases, access to the object under the installed paving material is required. In such types of installations, the paving material may be raised above the surface on which it is installed and may have conduits or passages for access thereunder. In such installations, the paving material may be made lightweight to form an elevated walkway. When installed elevated, in strong wind conditions, the paving material may be lifted into the air and dislodged.

[0003] What is needed is a paving material support device that reduces surface load, facilitates access to the object under the paving material, and prevents the paving material from being dislodged from the elevated installation surface in strong wind conditions.

Summary of the Invention

[0004] The fixed mechanism pedestal (support base) assembly includes a support mechanism. The fixed mechanism pedestal assembly further includes a fixed mechanism disposed within the support mechanism. The fixed mechanism pedestal assembly includes an insert assembly disposed through the support mechanism and the fixed mechanism. The fixed mechanism pedestal assembly includes a pedestal, and the support mechanism and the fixed mechanism abut against the upper portion of the pedestal.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0005] The present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the drawings.

[0006] [Figure 1] A perspective view of the fixed mechanism pedestal assembly is shown.

[0007] [Figure 2] The front, top, and right-side perspective views of a portion of the present invention are shown.

[0008] [Figure 3] Figure 2 of the present invention shows a rear, bottom, and left-side perspective view.

[0009] [Figure 4] Figure 3 of the present invention shows a right-side perspective view.

[0010] [Figure 5] Figure 4 shows an upper perspective view of the present invention.

[0011] [Figure 6] Figure 5 shows a bottom perspective view of the present invention.

[0012] [Figure 7] Figure 6 shows a cross-sectional perspective view of the present invention.

[0013] [Figure 8] The front, top, and right-side perspective views of a portion of the present invention are shown.

[0014] [Figure 9] Figure 8 of the present invention shows a rear, bottom, and left-side perspective view.

[0015] [Figure 10] Figure 9 shows a right-hand perspective view of the present invention.

[0016] [Figure 11] Figure 10 shows an upper perspective view of the present invention.

[0017] [Figure 12] Shows the bottom perspective view of FIG. 11 of the present invention.

[0018] [Figure 13] Shows the cross-sectional view of FIG. 12 of the present invention.

[0019] [Figure 14] Shows the front, top, and right perspective views of a part of the present invention.

[0020] [Figure 15] Shows the rear, bottom, and left perspective views of FIG. 14 of the present invention.

[0021] [Figure 16] Shows the top perspective view of FIG. 15 of the present invention.

[0022] [Figure 17] Shows the right perspective view of FIG. 16 of the present invention.

[0023] [Figure 18] Shows the bottom perspective view of FIG. 17 of the present invention.

[0024] [Figure 19] Shows the cross-sectional perspective view of FIG. 18 of the present invention.

[0025] [Figure 20] Shows another cross-sectional perspective view.

[0026] [Figure 21] Shows another cross-sectional perspective view of FIG. 20 of the present invention.

[0027] [Figure 22] Shows the front, top, and right perspective views of the present invention.

[0028] [Figure 23] Shows the rear, bottom, and left perspective views of FIG. 22 of the present invention.

[0029] [Figure 24] The image shows a top perspective view of the present invention.

[0030] [Figure 25] Figure 24 shows a right-hand perspective view of the present invention.

[0031] [Figure 26] Figure 25 shows a bottom perspective view of the present invention.

[0032] [Figure 27] Figure 26 shows a cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0033] [Figure 28] Another cross-sectional view is shown.

[0034] [Figure 29] Another cross-sectional view of Figure 28 of the present invention is shown.

[0035] [Figure 30] The front, top, and right-side perspective views of a portion of the present invention are shown.

[0036] [Figure 31] Figure 30 of the present invention shows a rear, bottom, and left-side perspective view.

[0037] [Figure 32] Figure 31 of the present invention shows a top perspective view.

[0038] [Figure 33] Figure 32 shows a bottom perspective view of the present invention.

[0039] [Figure 34] Figure 33 of the present invention shows a right-side perspective view.

[0040] [Figure 35] Figure 34 shows a left-side perspective view of the present invention.

[0041] [Figure 36] The top, front, and right-side perspective views are shown.

[0042] [Figure 37] Figure 36 shows perspective views of the bottom, rear, and left side.

[0043] [Figure 38] Figure 37 shows a right-hand perspective view.

[0044] [Figure 39] Figure 38 shows a top perspective view.

[0045] [Figure 40] Figure 39 shows a bottom perspective view.

[0046] [Figure 41] Figure 40 shows a cross-sectional perspective view.

[0047] [Figure 42] The top, front, and right-side perspective views are shown.

[0048] [Figure 43] Figure 42 shows the bottom, rear, and left-side perspective views.

[0049] [Figure 44] Figure 43 shows a right-hand perspective view.

[0050] [Figure 45] Figure 44 shows an upper perspective view.

[0051] [Figure 46] Figure 45 shows a bottom perspective view.

[0052] [Figure 47] Figure 46 shows a cross-sectional view.

[0053] [Figure 48]A perspective view is shown.

[0054] [Figure 49] The top, front, and right-side perspective views are shown.

[0055] [Figure 50] Figure 49 shows the bottom, rear, and left-side perspective views.

[0056] [Figure 51] Figure 50 shows an upper perspective view.

[0057] [Figure 52] A perspective view is shown.

[0058] [Figure 53] Another perspective view is shown.

[0059] [Figure 54] Another perspective view is shown.

[0060] [Figure 55] Another perspective view is shown.

[0061] [Figure 56] An upper perspective view is shown.

[0062] [Figure 57] A cross-sectional view is shown.

[0063] [Figure 58] Another perspective view is shown.

[0064] [Figure 59] An upper perspective view is shown.

[0065] [Figure 60] Another cross-sectional view is shown.

[0066] [Figure 61] Another cross-sectional view is shown.

[0067] [Figure 62] Another perspective view is shown.

[0068] [Figure 63] An upper perspective view is shown.

[0069] [Figure 64] A cross-sectional view is shown.

[0070] [Figure 65] Another perspective view is shown.

[0071] [Figure 66] An upper perspective view is shown.

[0072] [Figure 67] A cross-sectional view is shown.

[0073] [Figure 68] Another cross-sectional view is shown. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0074] Referring to the figure, a fixed mechanism pedestal assembly 1 according to the present invention is shown. In the exemplary embodiment shown, the fixed mechanism pedestal assembly 1 according to the present invention generally includes an insert assembly 2 and a fixed assembly 4.

[0075] In the exemplary embodiment, the insert assembly 2 generally comprises an upper insert 10 and a bottom insert 50.

[0076] As shown in Figures 2 to 7, the upper insert 10 comprises a head portion 20 and a neck portion 30.

[0077] In the exemplary embodiment, the head portion 20 is a disc, which tapers toward the neck portion 30. The head portion 20 includes an outer surface 22 and an inner surface 24. The head portion 20 further includes a recess 26 in the center of the head portion 20. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0078] In the exemplary embodiment, the neck portion 30 is an elongated cylindrical member fixed to the inner surface 24 of the head portion 20. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment. The neck portion 30 further includes an outer surface 32 and an inner surface 34. The inner surface 34 includes a plurality of protrusions 36. Each of the plurality of protrusions 36 is an annular projection toward the outer surface 32. In the exemplary embodiment, the plurality of protrusions 36 includes four protrusions 38 that are in close contact with the preceding protrusion 36. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0079] In the exemplary embodiment, the neck portion 30 further includes a shelf portion 40, which is a circular extension projecting into the inner surface 34 of the neck portion 30. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0080] In the exemplary embodiment, as shown in Figures 8 to 13, the bottom insert 50 includes a base portion 52 and a key engagement portion 60.

[0081] In the exemplary embodiment, the base 52 is a circular, bowl-shaped disc that tapers toward the key engagement portion 60. The base 52 further includes an outer surface 54 and an inner surface 56.

[0082] In the exemplary embodiment, the key engagement portion 60 is an elongated cylindrical member, specifically an extension that tapers away from the base portion 52. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0083] In the exemplary embodiment, the key engagement portion 60 includes a plurality of ribs 62. The plurality of ribs 62 include a first rib 64 and a second rib 66. The first rib 64 is an annular ring projecting away from the key engagement portion 60. The second rib 66 is a smaller annular ring projecting away from the key engagement portion 60, the circumference of which the second rib 66 is smaller than the circumference of the first rib 64.

[0084] In the exemplary embodiment, as shown in Figures 14 to 29, the fixed assembly 4 includes a fixed mechanism 80 and a support mechanism 100.

[0085] In the exemplary embodiment, the fixing mechanism 80 is a circular member having an upper surface 80a and a lower surface 80b. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment. The fixing mechanism 80 includes a plurality of insert receiving portions 82, specifically at least four insert receiving portions 82 arranged on the outer circumference of the fixing mechanism 80. Each of the insert receiving portions 82 extends through the fixing mechanism 80.

[0086] In the exemplary embodiment, the insert receiving portion 82 further includes an upper portion 82a and a lower portion 82b. The upper portion 82a is a wall extending vertically around the insert receiving portion 82. The lower portion 82b is a wall connected to the upper portion 82a and tapering away from the upper portion 82a.

[0087] In the exemplary embodiment, each of the insert receiving portions 82 includes an unlocked position 84 and a locked position 86. The unlocked position 84 and the locked position 86 are identified by the shape within the insert receiving portion 82. Specifically, the unlocked position 84 is a wider, circular passage extending to the locked position 86, and the locked position 86 is a narrower, egg-shaped passage.

[0088] In the exemplary embodiment, the fixing mechanism 80 further includes a tool rest 88. The tool rest 88 is a cylindrical member extending outward from the upper surface 80a of the fixing mechanism 80. The tool rest 88 further includes a passage 90 extending through the tool rest 88 toward the bottom surface 80b. The passage 90 is hexagonal in shape. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment. The passage 90 is key-engaged and connected to a fixing tool T.

[0089] In the exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 is a circular member having a larger circumference than the fixing mechanism 80.

[0090] In the exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 includes an upper surface 100a and a lower surface 100b. The support mechanism 100 further includes a receiving portion 102, which is a groove contained within the inner surface of the lower surface 100b of the support mechanism 100.

[0091] In the exemplary embodiment, the receiving portion 102 is very similar in size and shape to the fixing mechanism 80, and the fixing mechanism 80 can be friction-fitted within the receiving portion 102. In the exemplary embodiment, the receiving portion 102 is a circular groove.

[0092] In the exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 further includes a pair of structural beams 104. Each pair of structural beams 104 extends from one position on the outer circumference of the support mechanism 100 to a second position on the outer circumference of the support mechanism 100. The pairs of structural beams 104 intersect.

[0093] In the exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 further includes a plurality of quadrants 106, specifically four quadrants 106. At least four quadrants 106 each include a plurality of geometric grids 108. In addition, each of the quadrants 106 further includes a pair of walls 110. Each wall of the pair of walls 110 is an elongated member that extends toward the central part of the support mechanism 100.

[0094] In the exemplary embodiment, the pair of walls 110 includes an outer wall 110a and an inner wall 110b. The length of the outer wall 110a is greater than the length of the inner wall 110b. The pair of walls 110 further provides a gap 112. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0095] In an exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 further includes a tool rest 114 extending through the central portion of the support mechanism 100. The tool rest 114 allows the machine tool T to be inserted into a passage 116 extending through the tool rest 114.

[0096] In the exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 further includes a plurality of ballasts 118. Specifically, at least four ballasts are trapezoidal passages extending through the support mechanism 100. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0097] In the exemplary embodiment, each ballast 118 further includes a projection 120. The projection 120 is spherical and extends from the wall of the ballast 118 toward the central portion of the ballast 118.

[0098] In the exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 further includes a plurality of stoppers 122. In the exemplary embodiment, there are three stoppers 122, 124. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment. At least two stoppers 122 are projections extending away from the support mechanism 100 and are located on the bottom surface 100b of the support mechanism 100. Specifically, each stopper 122 extends downward from the projection 120.

[0099] In the exemplary embodiment, the support mechanism 100 includes a stopper 124 extending downward from the support mechanism 100 onto the structural beam 104.

[0100] In the exemplary embodiment, the support member 140 may be paving material, as shown in Figures 30 to 35. The support member 140 may have a rectangular structure or another polygonal structure. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0101] In the exemplary embodiment, the support member 140 includes an upper section 142. The support member 140 further includes a bottom section 144 opposite to the upper section 142. The support member 140 further includes a plurality of side walls 146. Each of the four side walls 146 can taper from the upper section 142 to the bottom section 144.

[0102] In the exemplary embodiment, the support member 140 further includes a plurality of corners 148. The plurality of corners 148 may have tapered sections extending from the bottom 144 to the central portion of the side wall 146. The support member 140 further includes a plurality of paving material insert receiving portions 150.

[0103] In the exemplary embodiment, each of the four paving material insert receiving sections 150 allows the insert assembly 2 to be connected into the corresponding paving material insert receiving section 150. Each paving material insert receiving section 150 closely resembles the structure of the insert assembly 2 and can be friction-fitted.

[0104] In the exemplary embodiment, as shown in Figures 36 to 41, the pedestal 160 generally comprises a top plate 170, a plate stretching device 190, and a pedestal column 200.

[0105] In the exemplary embodiment, the top plate 170 is substantially circular and has a circumference.

[0106] In the exemplary embodiment, as shown in Figures 36 to 41, a plate stretching device 190 is located beneath the bottom of the top plate 170 and extends along the central cylindrical portion. The plate stretching device 190 has a threaded surface that extends along the length of the plate stretching device 190 so as to substantially enclose the plate stretching device 190. The plate stretching device 190 further includes a hollow inner surface 192.

[0107] As shown in Figures 42 to 47, the pedestal column 200 is positioned along the vertical portion of the pedestal 160. Multiple reinforcing arms 202 extend along the circumference of the pedestal column 200. A circular base 204 is located at the end of the pedestal column 200. The circular base 204 forms a flange 206 having multiple fastening openings 208 arranged along the surface of the circular base 204. The multiple fastening openings 208 are arranged alternately along the surface between the multiple reinforcing arms 202.

[0108] In the exemplary embodiment, the circular base 204 further includes a plurality of passages 210, which are formed between the pedestal column 200 and the reinforcing arm 202. Those skilled in the art will understand that the applicant's design is not an exclusive embodiment.

[0109] In the exemplary embodiment, internal threads 212 are present along the inner surface of the pedestal column 200. The internal threads 212 extend substantially along the length of the pedestal column 200 and along its inner circumference. The internal threads 212 provide sufficient displacement along the interior of the pedestal column 200 in the positive and negative height directions of the column.

[0110] In another exemplary embodiment, the internal threads 212 extend around the entire circumference of the inner surface of the pedestal column 200.

[0111] As shown assembled in Figures 48 to 68, the user is ready to utilize the fixed mechanism pedestal assembly 1.

[0112] The outer circumference of the fixing mechanism 80 is positioned within the receiving portion 102 of the support mechanism 100. Specifically, the upper part 82a of the fixing mechanism 80 abuts against the inner surface of the receiving portion 102. At the same time, the stopper 122 extends into the insert receiving portion 82 of the fixing mechanism 80.

[0113] In the exemplary embodiment, the bottom surface of the fixing mechanism 80 and the bottom surface of the support mechanism 100 are in contact with the top plate 170.

[0114] In the exemplary embodiment, the tool holder portion 88 of the fixing mechanism 80 is aligned with the tool holder portion 114 of the support mechanism 100; specifically, the tool holder portion 88 is inserted into the tool holder portion 114, specifically into the passage 116. As a result, the passage 90 can become an extension that passes through both the fixing mechanism 80 and the support mechanism 100.

[0115] In the exemplary embodiment, the locking mechanism 80 provides rotational motion within the receiving portion 102, and the stoppers 122 and 124 control the amount of rotational movement the locking mechanism can perform. Specifically, in the unlocked state, the stopper 124 is in contact with the far wall in the locked position 86, and each of the stoppers 122 is located in the center of the insert receiving portion 82.

[0116] In the exemplary embodiment, the upper insert 10 and the bottom insert 50 are connected to each other. Specifically, the key engagement portion 60 of the bottom insert 50 is located within the inner surface 34 of the upper insert 10. The first rib 64 is in contact with the uppermost of the multiple protrusions 36, the second rib 66 rests on the shelf portion 40, and securely connects the upper insert 10 to the bottom insert 50.

[0117] In the exemplary embodiment, the head 20 is positioned and connected within the paving material insert receiving portion 150 of the support member 140. The support member 140 is positioned on one of the quadrant portions 106. The side wall 146 abuts against the wall 110 of the support mechanism 100.

[0118] In the exemplary embodiment, the assembled insert assembly 2 within the support member 140 is positioned within the unlocked position 84 of the insert receiving portion 82. In the exemplary embodiment, a portion of the insert assembly 2 is positioned above and below the fixing mechanism 80. In addition, a portion of the insert assembly 2 is positioned above and below the support mechanism 100.

[0119] In the exemplary embodiment, the user can control the locking mechanism 80 from an unlocked state to a locked state by rotating the locking mechanism 80. The user can control the rotation using a locking tool T. By inserting the end of the locking tool T into the passage 90 of the locking mechanism 80 and rotating the locking mechanism 80 until the head 20 of the upper insert 10 abuts against the projection 120 of the support mechanism 100, further rotational movement of the locking mechanism 80 is prevented, and the insert assembly is fixed to the locking assembly 4. When the user rotates the locking mechanism 80, the support mechanism 100 is fixed and becomes static, while the locking mechanism can move freely from the unlocked position to the locked position.

[0120] The above description pertains only to specific embodiments of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Equivalent changes and modifications made by the structure, features, and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of this patent application.

Claims

1. Support mechanism, A fixing mechanism disposed within the aforementioned support mechanism, An insert assembly disposed through the support mechanism and the fixing mechanism, A pedestal is provided, and the support mechanism and the fixing mechanism abut against the upper part of the pedestal. Fixed mechanism pedestal assembly.

2. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 1, wherein the pedestal on the first surface is positioned in contact with the support mechanism and the fixing mechanism on the second surface.

3. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 1, wherein the insert assembly includes an upper insert and a bottom insert.

4. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 3, wherein the upper insert includes a head and a neck portion extending from the head.

5. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 4, wherein the neck portion includes a plurality of raised portions on the inner surface of the neck portion.

6. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 5, wherein the neck portion includes a plurality of gapless protrusions and a plurality of gapped protrusions.

7. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 6, wherein the bottom insert includes a base and a key portion.

8. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 7, wherein the key portion includes a plurality of protrusions arranged on the outer surface of the key portion.

9. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 8, wherein the plurality of protrusions include a first protrusion and a second protrusion.

10. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 9, wherein the circumference of the second projection is smaller than the circumference of the first projection.

11. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 10, wherein the support mechanism further includes a plurality of stoppers disposed on the bottom surface of the support mechanism.

12. A circular support mechanism, the circular support mechanism having a circular receiving portion within the support mechanism, A fixing mechanism is disposed within the circular receiving portion of the support mechanism, An insert assembly disposed through the support mechanism and the fixing mechanism, A pedestal is provided, and the support mechanism and the fixing mechanism abut against the upper part of the pedestal. Fixed mechanism pedestal assembly.

13. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 12, wherein the pedestal includes a top plate.

14. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 13, wherein the plate stretching device extends from the bottom of the top plate.

15. The fixing mechanism pedestal assembly according to claim 14, wherein the pedestal further includes a pedestal column.

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