fence

Abstract

With the increasing density of residential environments, spatial environmental design is also required to enhance the degree of concealment and security functions in private spaces, to create a soft, harmonious design that allows wind and light to pass through green spaces and parks, and to incorporate shock absorption functions and safe spatial management in transit spaces such as sidewalks and roads. [Solution] Made from lightweight, easily expandable, and environmentally friendly materials, this flexible spiral three-dimensional structure utilizes elegant and soft curved surfaces. The multi-layered spiral fence offers versatile spaces, protection against tree dieback caused by urinating animals, hygiene management, and even electric fences and trapping cages for dangerous animals. Furthermore, its flexible spiral structure allows it to absorb external pressure and impact, making it suitable for long-distance safety fences such as parking lot fences, road medians, and junction fences. Its creation and the ability to create three-dimensional structures in one go using optimal materials make automation easy, and its ability to easily be scaled up or down allows for endless spatial design possibilities when combined in various ways according to the site.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a new technology that aims to create a beautiful spatial design that is flexible and multi-purpose, such as a planting protection fence in a garden or park, a buffer fence for a moving space such as a sidewalk or road, and a capture fence according to the degree of danger of animals, as well as flexible folding technology, its creation automation, and application expansion.

Background Art

[0002] Conventional fences and fences have a narrow range of applications, are large and heavy, and have too much a sense of intimidation, so they cannot be easily used. However, a conical cone is insufficient for long-term installation or wide linear installation.

[0003] <> Therefore, in the present invention, it is made of a simple and beautifully curved spiral structure that is easy to make, and a multi-layered spiral three-dimensional structure that is easy to stretch, bend, and contract, so that the fence density can be freely adjusted. If it has a bamboo or wood grain texture, it can easily blend into the surroundings with a natural design. When placed in a garden, park, square, etc., it has a high affinity as a soft exterior and is also suitable for free space design and management.

[0004] In addition, it can clearly define a soft site boundary with neighbors, suppress nuisance urination behavior and contact of dogs and cats with trees, etc., and also has the function of a fence or fence that can also serve as a flower bed or tree protection fence. It has a multi-layered spiral protection fence function that can exclude according to the degree of danger of pest animals such as bears and wild boars. It can support an electric fence, be a light and durable trap, and has a cage function with a self-anesthetic syringe for safe capture. Furthermore, it is possible to manage the space with a multi-purpose and beautiful three-dimensional fence such as a fence that can absorb impact in the median strip and parking lot of a road.

[0005] Patent Document 1, Figure 12 states that the problem is "to facilitate the work of installing barbed wire in a spiral pattern," and the "detailed description" mentions "strengthening the sense of psychological intimidation against intruders" and "using multiple barbed wires arranged in a straight line horizontally as a framework." However, the present invention is completely different; instead of creating an intimidating feeling, it uses curves to create a softer feel, winding multiple times in a spiral pattern clockwise and counterclockwise and intersecting them, and the intersection angle at the intersection points is variable, making it easy to expand and contract. Furthermore, "Claim 1" does not include "multiple support posts erected at predetermined intervals," "multiple framework members," "multiple framework fastening parts," "multiple support discs fixed by disc fixing members and facing each other," nor "barbed wire and wire fittings fastened to both ends of the barbed wire," and the concept and technology of the present invention, which gently guides people, are completely different.

[0006] In Patent Document 2, Figure 13, the "means for solving the problem" are described as "a pet cage or pet fence characterized by the following: a lower fence and an upper fence are constructed, the upper fence is made to be able to move up and down relative to the lower fence, and the height of the fence is adjustable; vertical holes are made at both ends of the base and beam of the fence, and pillars are passed through these vertical holes to assemble the fence to create a pet cage or pet fence, and the fence can be opened and closed by rotating it around the pillars." The description mentions many square structural panels and is complex, stating that "a pet cage or pet fence was constructed, and the fence was made to rotate and open and close around a central pillar," but it does not have a rotating opening / closing mechanism or a mechanism that allows the fence to move up and down, making it completely different from the present patent.

[0007] In Patent Document 3, Figure 14, "Claim 1" describes "a fence comprising a plurality of bent curved members folded in a zigzag shape along vertical members, characterized in that the bent curved members are loosely wrapped around at least two adjacent vertical members," and "Claim 2" describes "the fence according to Claim 1, wherein the inner diameter dimension in the direction of the short axis of the oval is 2 to 7 times the diameter of the vertical members," and "Claim 2 describes "a road guardrail characterized in that it comprises support posts for erection on a sloping ground near a road." However, the spiral fence of the present invention is a three-dimensional fence that can be freely expanded and contracted, has variable width and height, has no "support posts for erection," is not "loosely wrapped around vertical members," can be installed in the air not only on slopes but also in valleys, the inside of the spiral fence can be freely used, and has a completely different deformation structure.

[0008] In Patent Document 4, Figure 15, the "Problem" is described as "improving the strength of the mesh surface against lateral impact," and the "Solution" states that "a spiral protective coil wire 5 is rotated and wrapped laterally around the mesh 4a, 4b on both the upper and lower sides of the mesh surface 4, or around the upper mesh 4a," which completely fixes the wire in place. However, the present patent is completely different, as it is a spiral fence structure in which the main body member (101) of the intersecting spiral fence and the intersection angle of its intersections are variable, making expansion and contraction and bending easier. The problem and structure are also different. Furthermore, "Claim 1" of the "Claims for Utility Model Registration" states "a wire mesh fence having a mesh surface (4) made of a wire mesh (M) in which multiple rows of vertical wires (1) and horizontal wires (2) are intersected and joined," but the present patent does not mention any "wire mesh fences," only a spiral main body member (101). The structure is also different. . [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]

[0009] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 2999194 Protective fence [Patent Document 2] Patent No. 3467626: Pet cage or pet fence [Patent Document 3] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2017-206906: Fence and road guardrail suitable for sloping ground. [Patent Document 4] Registration No. 3060602 Wire mesh fence [Overview of the project] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0010] The challenge lies in designing and managing spaces that are lightweight, easily expandable, and flexible, in order to manage living spaces, green spaces, parks, sidewalks, and roads in a gentle, elegant, and non-intimidating manner, while also safely removing animals according to their level of danger. [Means for solving the problem]

[0011] Regarding lightweight, highly flexible, expandable, aesthetically pleasing, soft, easy-to-use, and easy-to-manufacture fences and railings, the main body members, which constitute a multi-layered spiral three-dimensional shape, are provided with connecting protrusions or through holes at their intersections. The first member, wound in a clockwise spiral shape, and the second member, wound in a counter-clockwise spiral shape, are arranged approximately coaxially and connected at their intersections. Focusing on the mobility centered on these connecting members, the functional concept of a brace is flexibly incorporated and utilized from static to dynamic situations. Furthermore, if necessary, the inside or outside can be reinforced with triple, quadruple, or even multiple spiral structures. The flexible structure of the spiral three-dimensional fence can be made into various sizes when formed into a ring, and can be closed separately into a circle or used as an internal structure for a long spiral fence. By strengthening the main body members, it is easier to widely distribute and absorb external pressure and impacts at the left and right intersections, thus expanding its application to various fields such as parking lot enclosures and long median divider fences for roads.

[0012] To further explain the structure of the spiral fence as described in claim 1, with reference to the example in the drawings, a plate-shaped first member (201) having a spiral shape wound clockwise (204) as the first direction, The fence unit comprises a plate-shaped second member (302) having a spiral shape wound counterclockwise (304) in a second direction different from the first direction, and a connecting member (203) for connecting the first member and the second member. The fence (301) is characterized in that the first and second members of the fence unit are arranged to intersect each other at the intersection (303), and are connected by a connecting member at the intersection such that the intersection angle (305) between them is variable, Furthermore, if necessary, a third layer (401) may be added, which has a spiral shape wound in the first direction (404) from a starting point on the semicircular side of the first member, taking into account the spiral diameter value inward or outward by the thickness of the plate material (102). Plate-shaped third member (403) and, as the fourth layer (501), having a spiral shape wound in the second direction (504). Plate-shaped fourth member (503) Furthermore, n-multiple spiral structures are also possible, and by connecting the intersections where each spiral shape intersects, the components become high-density, resulting in a structure that can create a variety of three-dimensional fence shapes.

[0013] Furthermore, if the intersection (303) of the first and second members is a member with a fully through hole (106), the connection can be made using a figure-eight knot (505) made of wire, a half-loop knot, or screws and bolts. This allows for variable connection of the intersection angle (305) around the through hole, and the entire spiral shape can be easily expanded, contracted, and bent. The shape and length can be freely adjusted and deformed, and the overall cushioning can be changed by altering the tightness of the screws and bolts.

[0014] To elaborate on claim 2, the fence unit also has an annular shape (701). With respect to the fence configuration described in claim 1, an annular double helix fence (702), a quadruple helix fence (703), etc., can be easily created by simply connecting the starting and ending points of the intersections at both ends of a long fence unit with connecting pins, through holes, or wires (505), etc.

[0015] To provide further details about the animal-catching fence of claim 3, the fence unit has a substantially linear shape extending from one end to the other, with a capture section (906) in the center for capturing animals, and an opening (902) that functions as an entrance to the capture section is provided at one end of the fence unit, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the capture section in the extending direction gradually decreases (901) from one end (902) to the other end (904).

[0016] As a mechanism, the inside of the spiral fence is large enough for dangerous animals such as bears and wild boars to enter. A trap (802) is incorporated into the entrance (902) of the spiral fence to prevent passage in the opposite direction. Self-anesthetizing syringes (1001) are screwed into the top, bottom, left, and right of the intersections (905) of the spiral fence, which gradually narrow towards the back. These syringe holes (607) of connecting pins (604) facing inward, or screw-in syringes (1107) of reverse tapered pins (1103) for square shaft connection, allow the animals to enter the narrower space further inside (904) from a position where they can see the bait (904) hanging at the back of the spiral fence. As they enter the narrower space, they come into contact with the pressurized part (1003) of the row of anesthetic injection needles (905), self-anesthetizing them and immobilizing them. This mechanism allows for the safe capture of dangerous animals within the spiral fence structure (901).

[0017] As a supplementary explanation to claim 4, the intersection of the first member and the second member also has a through hole (106) formed therein, and they are connected by inserting various connecting pin equivalent members. The fence according to claim 1, etc., is characterized in that the connecting member includes, for example, connecting pins (103-1A, 1B, 1C, 203, 502, 505), and if through holes (104, 106), etc., are formed at the intersections of the first member to the fourth member, the first member to the fourth member can be connected by inserting the connecting pins into the through holes of the first member and the second member, respectively.

[0018] As a supplementary explanation of claim 5, a connecting pin (604) of an inverted taper-shaped anti-loosening structure (606) is formed on the first member, a through hole (603) is formed at the intersection of the second member, the connecting member includes the connecting pin (604), and the connecting pin is integrally formed with the first member. A through hole (603) for inserting the connecting pin is formed at the intersection of the second member. By being inserted, the fence according to claim 1 is characterized in that it has a connected structure.

[0019] As a supplementary explanation of claim 6, as a method of integrally forming the claim 5 with a 3D printer or the like to automate and improve the efficiency of the creation and assembly work of the spiral fence, by replacing the connecting pin (604) with a multi-sided (e.g., a quadrangular pyramid-shaped) pin (1103), the connecting pin (1103) has a cross-sectional shape having a multi-sided shape. The fence according to claim 5, characterized in that the side (1104) of the connecting pin is configured and inserted to abut against the inner surface (1102) of the through hole. With a structure (1104) that supports the circular curved inner surface (1102) of the connecting hole integrated with each main body member at a plurality of points at the corners of the polygon, the inverted taper pin (1103) of the multi-sided pyramid for connecting the protrusions can be integrally formed by 3D printing in a state where it is inserted. Compared with the conventional case where the protrusion was cylindrical during shaping, the point contact is achieved, which reduces the state of being widely fixed to the inner circular curved surface of the hole and becoming difficult to separate. Thus, after shaping, the separation of the connecting part is facilitated, and the variable movement of the intersection angle is also possible. Therefore, an integrated shaping and three-dimensional assembly method is realized and the efficiency can be improved.

Advantages of the Invention

[0020] The effect of claim 1 is that, in addition to the fact that the fence unit is arc-shaped and elegant and soft like a flower petal, the intersection connecting the first and second members is movably connected, so the entire spiral three-dimensional fence can be extended and bent, and its shape and length can be adjusted and deformed, allowing for various adjustments depending on the situation. Compared to conventional methods of inserting and removing triangular cones and connecting them with string, this spiral fence only needs to be extended and when stored it can be simply retracted to make it compact, requiring less storage space and being very convenient to use.

[0021] Furthermore, its arc structure provides an impact-absorbing structure that distributes external pressure to the left and right. By adjusting the spiral weave diameter, multiplicity, and spacing density, it can be used to create long, easily retractable benches or spiral fences. By incorporating features such as air cushions or fire-fighting water / impact-absorbing water tanks, it can be installed as a median strip fence or a branching overpass fence. Moreover, it can be used as a lightweight, easily movable, round, and soft retractable barricade, making full use of its impact-absorbing fence function. Conversely, by varying the degree of freedom at intersections, the degree of cushioning can also be adjusted.

[0022] The effect of claim 2 is that by connecting the intersections at both ends of a long fence unit, annular (donut-shaped) or elliptical multi-helix fences (701) can be easily formed. Various annular multi-helix fences (701) can be created according to length, such as protective fences for one or several trees, or donut-shaped benches that can be easily extended or retracted (Figure 7). Furthermore, by adjusting the diameter of the intersecting spiral weave, the degree of multiplication, the density of the members, or by oriented vertically, the range of applications can be expanded.

[0023] The effects of claim 3 are that, as a measure against nuisance animals, it can be equipped with repellent equipment to prevent trees from dying due to animals defecating and urinating, and to suppress the frequent marking behavior of animals that cause infectious diseases, and as a function to deal with harmful animals, it can be equipped with an electric fence or a cage function that quietly confines animals by creating a trap structure inside the fence, and by taking advantage of the animal's instinct to enter narrow holes, it has a tunnel-shaped three-dimensional fence structure (901) in which the inside of the spiral fence gradually narrows, and if the animal finds food inside the narrow spiral fence and enters the back, it is combined with a trap (902) that prevents it from passing in the opposite direction at the entrance, making it easy for the animal to touch the row of anesthetic injection needles (905) in the narrow space and safely capture by self-anesthetic injection, and it can deal with animals of various sizes, from cubs to adult bears, and other animals, while also taking care to allow small animals such as squirrels to escape through the small hole at the exit, making it a gentle structure for harmless animals.

[0024] As an effect corresponding to claims 4 and 5 above, In claim 4, since through holes are already formed (106) at the intersection of the first member, such as bamboo or a flat plate, and the second member, various existing connecting pins such as screws and nuts or ring fasteners made of wire can be inserted to connect them. Claim 5 is suitable for main body members (101) that are offset by one pitch, such as when a connecting pin (604) is integrally formed with the first member and a through hole (603) is formed at the intersection of the second member.

[0025] The effect of claim 6 is that, for batch fabrication using a 3D printer or the like, by changing the connecting pin (604) to a polygonal pin (1103), even if the quadrilateral axis connecting reverse taper pin is inserted and the batch fabrication is performed using a 3D printer or the like, it is possible to prevent the protrusion from becoming widely fixed to the curved surface inside the hole and becoming difficult to separate, which can occur if the protrusion is cylindrical during fabrication. By making contact at a point (1104), the connecting part can be easily separated after fabrication, and the intersection angle can be varied, thus eliminating the need for the creation and assembly work of the fence unit and enabling efficient batch fabrication. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0026] [Figure 1]This is a structural diagram showing the through-holes and protrusions of the main body component. [Figure 2] This is a diagram of the clockwise spiral structure for the first layer of the first component, representing one cycle. [Figure 3] The second member intersects the first member in a spiral pattern (this is a basic diagram of the second layer of counterclockwise intersecting spiral weaving). [Figure 4] This is a diagram of a spiral pattern (the basic form of a clockwise cross spiral pattern in the third layer). [Figure 5] This is a diagram of a quadruple spiral fence (the basic structure is a counter-clockwise intersecting spiral in the fourth layer). [Figure 6] This is a drawing showing the simultaneous molding of accessory parts, including clearances between connecting members and through holes. [Figure 7] This is a diagram of a circular, multi-helix-shaped three-dimensional fence. [Figure 8] This diagram shows a 16-sided "reverse-direction passage prevention trap" with a structure that allows passage in the direction of travel but prevents return. [Figure 9] This is a diagram of a cage with a tapered, three-dimensional trap built into a crisscross spiral fence. [Figure 10] This is a diagram of a screw-in type self-anesthetic syringe. [Figure 11] This is a structural diagram of the connecting part, compatible with 3D printing. [Figure 12] Figure 1 shows the protective fence described in Patent Document 1. [Figure 13] Figure 1 shows a pet cage or pet fence as described in Patent Document 2. [Figure 14] Figure 1 shows a fence and road guardrail suitable for sloping ground as described in Patent Document 3. [Figure 15] Figure 1 shows the wire mesh fence described in Patent Document 4. [Modes for carrying out the invention] [Examples]

[0027] As embodiments corresponding to claim 1, Figure 3 shows an example of a double fence unit of the present invention, and Figure 5 shows an example of a quadruple fence unit. The flexible structure of the spiral three-dimensional fence reinforced by this multi-layered configuration is As an idea for utilizing the long spiral fence internally, by further strengthening the main components, it can be used in various ways, such as a temporary bridge by passing multiple wires through the spiral fence and suspending it, or as a fence for parking lot enclosures or road median dividers, as it easily distributes and absorbs external pressure and impacts to the left and right. [Examples]

[0028] Furthermore, as a second embodiment corresponding to claim 2, by connecting the intersections at the starting and ending ends of the first to nth member with through holes and connecting members, or in the case of through holes (106), with wire or the like, an example of using a double spiral fence (702) as a bench can be created. Similarly, by connecting the third and fourth members to make the gaps tighter, a quadruple spiral fence (703) can be easily made to create a simple torus-shaped enclosure fence to surround trees and protect them from dog and cat feces and urine. [Examples]

[0029] Furthermore, if the fence unit is configured such that the cross-sectional area in the direction of extension of the roughly linear spiral fence extending from one end to the other gradually decreases towards the other end, a conical fence (901) can also be made, and it becomes easy to construct telescopic towers, telescopic antennas, etc. by arranging it vertically or diagonally. [Examples]

[0030] In an embodiment corresponding to claim 3, the conical fence is extended horizontally, the gaps between the fence units are narrowed, the entire structure is made of a lightweight, high-tensile-strength carbon fiber material, and the inside is made large enough for dangerous animals such as bears and wild boars to enter, and a trap (802) that prevents passage in the reverse direction is incorporated into the entrance (902) of the spiral fence. If you screw a self-anesthetic syringe (1001) into the connecting pins (604) that face inward on the top, bottom, left, and right of the intersection (905) of the spiral fence which gradually narrows towards the back, and if you also make it so that the bait (904) hanging at the back of the spiral fence is visible from the entrance (903), then when you go to the back, In a confined space, if an animal touches a row of anesthetic injection needles (905) to receive an anesthetic injection, and a system is in place that is linked to a wireless camera or other device that detects movement to send a notification, the animal can self-anestheticize itself, creating a fence structure (901) that safely captures harmful or dangerous animals within the enclosure. [Examples]

[0031] First, in the molding method corresponding to claim 5, it is possible to achieve this by simply adjusting the clearance while considering the fit tolerances in advance, but as a detailed explanation of the embodiment corresponding to claim 6, To automate and efficiently create fence units, By inserting the inverted tapered pin (1103) of a connecting polygonal pyramid, which has a circular curved surface (1102) of a connecting hole integrated with each main body member and a structure (1104) that supports it at multiple points at the corners of the polygon, through the unit using a 3D printer or the like, the sides of the inverted tapered connecting pin are configured to make point contact with the inner surface (1102) of the through hole. This makes it easy to separate the connecting parts after fabrication and also allows for variable movement of the intersection angle, enabling simultaneous fabrication and three-dimensional assembly of the spiral fence unit. [Industrial applicability]

[0032] The spiral-structured three-dimensional fence of the present invention, by further increasing the number of circular arc curves and carefully selecting materials, could be used as a collision buffer for flying cars and deep-sea vessels, taking advantage of its lightness, strength, and flexibility. Furthermore, if it is made into a multi-layered structure resembling a whip shield, it could be used as a meteorite protection fence for space stations and the like. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0033] 101 Structural diagram of the main body component with through holes and protrusions 102 Plate thickness Bd 103 Retractable connecting pin 104 Through hole 105 Part width 106 Member with fully through holes 201 First component (clockwise spiral structure for one cycle of the first layer) 202 Part 1 (opposite side) 203 Connecting pins 204 Right turn 205 3D coordinate system (X / Y / Z) 301 Second member intersecting the first member (Second layer counterclockwise intersecting spiral basic version) 302 Second Member 303 Intersection 304 Counterclockwise 305 Intersection angle 401 Spiral Pattern (Basic form of the third layer of clockwise intersecting spiral pattern) 402 Connecting parts 403 Third Member 404 Right turn 501 Quadruple spiral fence (Fourth layer counter-clockwise intersecting spiral basic structure) 502 Connecting part screw thread 503 Fourth member 504 Counterclockwise 505 Figure-eight knot wire 506 Clearance Bdg for each gap used for simultaneous molding and separation between each component. 601 Design of accessory parts including clearances between connecting members and through holes. 602 Clearance between upper and lower members 603 Through hole for connecting pin 604 Connecting pin 605 Hole clearance 606 Reverse Taper shape Anti-slip structure 607 Screw-in syringe port 701 A torus-shaped multi-helix three-dimensional fence 702 (b) Example of bench use for double helix fences 703 (a) Example of a four-helix fence for protecting trees, etc. 801 A 16-sided polygon with a structure that allows you to exit in the direction of travel but prevents you from going back: "A trap that prevents passage in the reverse direction." 802 Multiple return spring structure for preventing entry in the reverse direction 901 Tapered intersecting spiral fence structure for animal trapping 902 Entrance to the cage 903 A trap structure where the entrance is blocked. 904 Place bait at the tip 905 Screw-in syringe mounting hole inside connecting pin around spiral fence 1001 Screw-in type self-anesthetic syringe 1002 Syringe needle part 1003 Anesthetic fluid pressurization section due to animal contact 1101 3D Printer Assembly Compatible Connecting Part Structure 1102 Circular surface of connecting hole 1103 Reverse taper pin for connecting square shafts 1104 A structure that abuts at the four corners. 1105 Formed integrally with the main body at the lower part 1106 Assume the side arc of the hole 1107 Example of incorporating a screw-in syringe

Claims

1. The fence unit comprises a plate-shaped first member having a spiral shape wound in a first direction, a plate-shaped second member having a spiral shape wound in a second direction different from the first direction, and a connecting member for connecting the first member and the second member. The fence unit is characterized in that the first member and the second member are arranged to intersect each other at an intersection, and are connected at the intersection by the connecting member such that the angle at which they intersect each other is variable.

2. The fence according to claim 1, characterized in that the fence unit is annular.

3. The fence unit has a substantially linear shape extending from one end to the other, and has a trapping section inside for trapping animals. An opening is provided at one end of the fence unit, which functions as an entrance to the capture section. The fence according to claim 1, characterized in that the cross-sectional area in the direction intersecting the extension direction of the capturing portion gradually decreases as you move from one end to the other end.

4. The connecting member includes a connecting pin, Through holes are formed at the intersection of the first member and the second member. The fence according to claim 1, characterized in that the first member and the second member are connected by inserting the connecting pin into through holes in the first member and the second member, respectively.

5. The connecting member includes a connecting pin, The connecting pin is integrally formed with the first member. The fence according to claim 1, characterized in that a through hole for inserting the connecting pin is formed in the intersection of the second member and the connecting pin is inserted therein.

6. The aforementioned connecting pin has a polygonal cross-sectional shape. The fence according to claim 5, characterized in that the side of the connecting pin is configured to abut against the inner surface of the through hole.

Images