Linear Drainage Channel Grating Locking Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing linear drainage channels face challenges in efficient installation and maintenance, particularly in securing gratings to prevent unauthorized removal and ensuring safety, while also requiring effective contaminant removal from collected water.
Innovation Solution
A channel system with slidable connecting means for the first grating and a locking mechanism involving a rotatable pin and bar, where the second grating locks the first gratings in place, combined with a baffle system and filters to clean water before exit, allowing for quick and secure installation and maintenance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a grating is fixed to the channel using traditional methods, then the grating is secured in position, but the installation process is time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The grating system is divided into multiple gratings (first grating, second grating) that can be installed independently. The first grating connects to the channel via slidable connecting means, while the second grating provides additional locking, allowing for modular and efficient installation without requiring complex single-piece fixation
Solution Approach 2:
The slidable connecting means allows the first grating to be easily moved into its locked position during installation, and the locking means on the second grating can be engaged or disengaged as needed. This dynamic connection system enables quick installation and maintenance operations
2Ease of repair
If the grating is made easily removable for maintenance, then maintenance access is improved, but unauthorized removal and safety issues increase
Solution Approach 1:
The grating system uses multiple gratings with different locking characteristics. The first grating provides easy access for maintenance, while the second grating with its locking means provides enhanced security. This segmented approach allows the system to simultaneously achieve ease of maintenance and security against unauthorized removal
Solution Approach 2:
The locking means on the second grating acts as an intermediary security mechanism that can be engaged to prevent unauthorized removal while maintaining the ability to legally remove gratings for maintenance. The locking means mediates between the need for security and the need for maintenance access
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 solution enables rapid and secure installation of gratings, enhances safety by preventing unauthorized removal, and effectively cleans water by slowing flow velocity and settling particles, ensuring contaminants are removed before water exits the system.
Implementation Method 1
The baffle system slows the flow velocity of the water and impedes particle movement which allows solids to settle to the bottom of the channel
Implementation Method 2
The channel may comprise at least one filter positioned between the baffle and an upper portion of the channel for preventing water bypassing the baffle system
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AI summary
A channel system (1) is provided for drainage of water, comprising a channel (10), a plurality of grating components (14, 16) for fitting to the channel to form an enclosed channel system, the grating components (14, 16) comprising a first grating (14) and a second grating (16). The first grating (14) is moveable between an unlocked position in which it is removable from the channel (10) and a locked position in which it is retained by the channel (10). Positioning of the second grating (16) on the channel (10) retains the first grating (14) in the locked position. A method of constructing such a channel system is also disclosed.