Adjustable Vertical Brace With Keyed Cleats
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wall bracing systems are cumbersome, heavy, and lack the ability to make fine adjustments during construction, particularly for tall wall structures, and are not easily transportable between job sites.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable bracing system comprising a vertical member with keyed openings, a bracket with cleat members, and an adjustable strut member, allowing for secure coupling and easy adjustment of the bracing components to support vertical wall structures, including tall walls, with a design that maximizes packing density and minimizes transport volume.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional support braces are used, then wall forms can be supported during construction, but the braces are difficult to transport between construction sites and have limited adjustment capability
Solution Approach 1:
The bracing system is divided into separate modular components including vertical members, horizontal members, and cross braces that can be independently transported and assembled on-site, resolving the contradiction between transportability and adjustment capability
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates adjustable connection mechanisms with multiple positioning holes and telescopic elements that allow dynamic reconfiguration of brace length and angle after assembly, enabling frequent adjustments while maintaining transportability through modular design
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional support braces are used, then wall forms can be retained in place, but the braces have inherent height restrictions
Solution Approach 1:
The vertical members are designed as telescopic or segmented components that can be extended to various heights by connecting multiple sections, eliminating inherent height restrictions while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure
Solution Approach 2:
The standardized connection nodes and modular components can accommodate different wall heights and configurations, providing universal applicability across various project requirements without significantly increasing structural complexity
3Strength
If conventional support braces are used, then construction loads can be resisted, but the braces are cumbersome and heavy
Solution Approach 1:
The bracing system utilizes high-strength materials such as steel alloys or composite materials that provide superior strength-to-weight ratio, enabling the braces to resist construction loads while being lighter and easier to handle during transport and installation
4Productivity
If conventional support braces are used, then wall forms can be supported, but setup time is increased due to assembly complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The modular segmented design allows individual components to be prepared separately and quickly assembled on-site using standardized connection mechanisms, reducing overall setup time despite the multi-component nature of the system
Solution Approach 2:
Connection nodes and mounting points are pre-configured with alignment features and standardized hole patterns during manufacturing, enabling rapid field assembly without requiring complex measurement or adjustment procedures
Data Source
AI summary
An adjustable bracing system is provided for a vertical wall structure that includes a vertical member having keyed openings and a generally Z-shaped cross-section. The bracing system further includes an extension member and an outrigger bracket that have cleats for removable engagement with the keyed openings of the vertical member and an adjustable strut that is pivotally secured to the bracket member.