Bracket Attachment System for Unequal Fence Post Spacing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fence post bracket systems fail to accommodate unequal spacing between fence posts, leading to difficult installations and aesthetically unpleasing results, as they lack sufficient adjustability and often require additional components and labor.
Innovation Solution
A bracket attachment system comprising two angled panels with specific hole configurations, allowing for adjustable mounting to 'off the shelf' non-adjustable fence post brackets, enabling easy installation on both round and square metal fence posts, and accommodating uneven spacings through oval-shaped holes for movement and adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If non-adjustable fence post brackets are used, then the installation process is simple, but they cannot accommodate unequal spacing between fence posts
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is divided into multiple planar sections (first end planar section, angled planar section, second end planar section) that can be independently positioned and adjusted. This segmentation allows each section to contribute to the overall adjustability while maintaining a relatively simple individual structure, resolving the contradiction between adaptability and complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket incorporates movable elements including the angled planar section that can be positioned at different angles, and holes with various orientations (including oval-shaped holes) that allow for dynamic adjustment of the fence panel position. This dynamic capability enables accommodation of unequal post spacing while keeping the bracket design relatively simple.
2Adaptability or versatility
If additional components are added to achieve adjustability, then unequal spacing can be accommodated, but installation labor and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment mechanism is merged into the bracket structure itself rather than being a separate component. The angled planar section, multiple planar sections, and various hole configurations are integrated into a single bracket unit, eliminating the need for additional adjustment components and simplifying the installation process.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is designed with universal adjustability features that can accommodate various post spacings and configurations using the same bracket type. The combination of different planar sections and hole orientations provides multi-functionality, allowing one bracket design to serve multiple spacing requirements without needing additional specialized components.
3Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable brackets are designed, then unequal spacing can be accommodated, but the aesthetic appearance may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket employs different planar sections with specific geometric properties in different locations to achieve both adjustment and aesthetics. The angled planar section provides adjustment capability while the end planar sections with properly positioned holes maintain a clean, uniform appearance when installed, resolving the contradiction between adjustability and aesthetic quality.
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AI summary
The present disclosure is related to a universally adjustable metal two bracket attachment system for metal fence posts to attach various types of fencing materials or fence sections is disclosed. The subject metal fence post attachment bolt and bracket system is simple and easy to install, is universally adjustable to round or square metal fences posts, by bolting onto the “off the shelf” non-adjustable fence post brackets. The subject brackets allow both full section metal fencing with the bracket mounted with the open end side ways, and three rail metal fencing with the bracket facing up.