Composite Reinforcing Wrap for Pipe Strength and Heat Resistance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for reinforcing industrial equipment such as pressure vessels and pipes fail to provide sufficient compressive strength and heat resistance while occupying minimal space.
Innovation Solution
A method involving the use of a wrapping material reinforced with an epoxy and curing agent mixture, combined with an aggregate material to create a bonding concrete, which is applied to the wrapping material to enhance compressive strength and heat resistance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If polymer or carbon fiber wrap is used to reinforce industrial equipment, then the repair is lightweight and occupies minimal space, but the compressive strength and heat resistance are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies composite materials by combining wrapping material (such as fiber-reinforced polymer) with concrete to create a hybrid reinforcement system. The wrapping material provides tensile strength and lightweight properties, while the concrete contributes compressive strength and heat resistance, resolving the contradiction between strength requirements and weight constraints.
2Temperature
If polymer or carbon fiber wrap is used to reinforce industrial equipment, then the repair occupies minimal space, but the heat resistance capability is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The concrete-composite wrapping material system provides superior heat resistance compared to conventional polymer or carbon fiber wraps alone. The concrete layer acts as a thermal barrier while maintaining a compact profile, addressing the heat resistance deficiency without significantly increasing volume.
3Strength
If conventional wrapping materials are used, then the application process is simple, but the compressive strength and heat resistance are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent modifies the material parameters by incorporating concrete into the wrapping system, fundamentally changing the material composition to achieve both compressive strength and heat resistance. This parameter change balances the enhanced performance requirements with acceptable application complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The method provides enhanced compressive strength and heat resistance for industrial equipment while maintaining a lightweight and space-efficient design.
Implementation Method 1
mixing an epoxy and a curing agent to create a bonding mixture, adding an aggregate material to the bonding mixture to create a bonding concrete
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AI summary
A method of reinforcing industrial equipment, which includes the steps of providing a wrapping material, mixing an epoxy and a curing agent to create a bonding mixture, adding an aggregate material to the bonding mixture to create a bonding concrete, applying the bonding concrete to the wrapping material to create a reinforcing wrap, and wrapping the reinforcing wrap around the industrial equipment. The method makes use of use of an aggregate material to create a concrete, and add to the compressive strength of the wrapped pipe as well as allowing the wrapping material to withstand greater heat and provide insulating properties.