Adjustable Gate Brace Assembly for Fence Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gate brace assemblies for fence gates lack sufficient adjustability and stability, making it difficult to maintain proper swing, level, and height, especially when using different materials like wood or metal.
Innovation Solution
A gate brace assembly comprising a brace bar with a threaded portion and adjustable support members, such as L-shaped and U-shaped brackets, allowing for adjustable attachment to horizontal supports, enabling precise adjustment and secure mounting of the gate, using durable materials like metals and polymers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing gate braces are used, then the gate can be installed, but the adjustability and stability are insufficient, making it difficult to maintain proper swing, level, and height
Solution Approach 1:
The gate brace assembly incorporates adjustable support members with threaded portions that allow dynamic adjustment of the gate's position, swing, level, and height. The threaded adjustment mechanism enables the gate to be fine-tuned to different configurations while maintaining stable operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the physical parameters of the gate installation by providing adjustable support members that can modify the gate's position, angle, and height. The threaded portions allow precise parameter adjustments to achieve proper swing and latch alignment.
2Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable support members are added to enhance adaptability, then adjustability improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The gate brace assembly is segmented into distinct components including brace bars, support members, and attachment brackets. Each component has a specific function, and the modular design allows for easier adjustment and installation while distributing the complexity across manageable parts.
Solution Approach 2:
The support members serve multiple functions: they provide structural support, enable adjustment of gate position and angle, and facilitate proper alignment of the latch mechanism. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate adjustment mechanisms, thereby managing complexity.
3Manufacturing precision
If threaded portions and adjustable support members are used, then manufacturing precision is improved for proper latch alignment, but the ease of manufacture decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The threaded portions and adjustment mechanisms are pre-configured during manufacturing to provide precise latch alignment. This preliminary action ensures that the gate can be properly aligned during installation without requiring complex field adjustments or specialized manufacturing processes.
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AI summary
An apparatus for bracing a fence gate during installation of the fence gate. The apparatus includes at least one support member and a brace bar. The at least one support member is mounted to the fence gate. The brace bar has a first end, a second end and a brace portion extending therebetween. A first portion of the brace bar is connectable to the fence gate and a second portion of the brace bar is adjustably connectable to the at least one support member.