Convex Support Interface for Panel Tilting Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional tilting devices for double wall panels lack stability during the tilting operation from a vertical to a horizontal plane, posing safety risks for operators on construction sites due to the weight and size of the panels.
Innovation Solution
A tilting assistance device with a convex support interface and a housing structure that interacts with the panel's lower edge, providing continuous support and stabilization by positioning the center of gravity within the housing, ensuring the panel remains securely positioned during tilting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional tilting devices are used for double wall panels, then the tilting operation can be performed, but the device lacks stability during tilting, posing safety risks for operators
Solution Approach 1:
The support interface incorporates a convex structure with a curved peripheral surface that forms a curvature in a plane perpendicular to the pivot axis. This curved geometry enables continuous contact with the ground during tilting, providing stable support and preventing device instability that could harm operators.
Solution Approach 2:
The contact interface acts as an intermediary element between the panel and the device housing. It interacts with the panel's lower edge and is positioned vertically above the center of gravity, mediating the forces during tilting to maintain stability and prevent harmful movements that could endanger operators.
2Volume of moving object
If the panel is moved resting on one of its longer edges to minimize size, then the panel can pass under obstacles more easily, but the tilting operation becomes more complex and requires specialized assistance devices
Solution Approach 1:
The housing structure serves multiple functions: it receives the panel, provides a contact interface for tilting support, and positions the center of gravity vertically above the contact interface. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional specialized components, simplifying the overall device despite the complex tilting operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The device is divided into distinct functional parts: a first part providing the curved support interface with the ground, and a second part providing the housing with the contact interface for the panel. This segmentation allows each part to be optimized for its specific function while working together to solve the complex tilting problem.
3Strength
If the panel is held in a nearly vertical position during transport, then stress on the panel is minimized, but the panel requires specialized handling equipment for position changes
Solution Approach 1:
The tilting device enables dynamic position changes for the panel. The curved support interface allows continuous contact with the ground during the tilting motion, facilitating smooth transitions between vertical and horizontal positions while maintaining panel integrity, reducing the need for rigid, complex handling equipment.
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 device enhances stability and safety by maintaining the panel's position within the housing, preventing separation and ensuring controlled tilting, thus reducing the risk of accidents on construction sites.
Implementation Method 1
a first part which provides a continuous support interface for the device with the ground and includes at least one convex structure whose peripheral surface has a portion forming a curvature in a plane in section perpendicular to the pivot axis
Implementation Method 2
the contact interface also being configured to be positioned vertically above the center of gravity of the panel in the housing when the panel is at least tilted into the final position
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AI summary
Panel tilting assistance device.The object of the invention relates to a tilting assistance device (1) of a panel (2) between an initial position and a final position oriented perpendicularly to each other, the device comprising: - a first part forming a continuous support interface (3) of the device on the ground with a peripheral structure (3a) forming a convex curvature in a section perpendicular to the pivot axis, - a second part which provides a housing (4) for receiving the panel (2) for its positioning in a plane perpendicular to the pivot axis, the housing (4) comprising at least one contact interface (4a) configured to interact with the lower edges of the panel (2) when this panel (2) is oriented in each of the positions, initial and final, the contact interface (4a) being configured to be vertical to the center of gravity of the panel (2) in the final tilted position in the housing (4).