Elastic Clip Floor-to-Wall Connection System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connection systems between floors and walls require all clips to be fixed to the section bar before installation, making it impossible to add clips after installation without removing the entire section bar.
Innovation Solution
A new connection system using elastic clips that can be variably positioned between the section bar and the floor, allowing for easy installation and prevention of unwanted movement without the need for fixing means like screws or nails.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If clips are fixed to the section bar before installation, then the section bar can be securely held in position, but it becomes impossible to add further clips after installation without removing the entire section bar
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is divided into independent components: the section bar and the clips are separate elements that can be installed independently. The clips are not permanently fixed to the section bar but can be positioned separately, allowing flexibility in placement while maintaining secure connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a static, pre-fixed clip configuration to a dynamic configuration where clips can be positioned and adjusted after the section bar is installed. This allows the installation process to adapt to different gap sizes and positioning requirements without removing the section bar.
2Strength
If traditional fixing means such as screws or nails are used, then strong mechanical attachment is achieved, but the installation becomes more complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The traditional mechanical fastening system (screws, nails, or adhesives) is replaced with an elastic clip-based system. The clips use elastic deformation and friction to secure the section bar, eliminating the need for drilling, fastening, or adhesive application, thereby significantly speeding up installation while maintaining adequate holding strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection mechanism changes from rigid mechanical fastening to elastic deformation-based holding. The clips utilize their elastic properties to adapt to the gap dimensions and apply continuous pressure, providing both simplicity and effectiveness without requiring precise pre-drilling or complex assembly procedures.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the section bar is installed on floating floors, then adaptability to floor movement is achieved, but maintaining stable positioning becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The clip system is designed to be dynamic rather than rigid. The elastic clips can deform and move with the floating floor, accommodating expansion and contraction movements while continuously maintaining contact and pressure on the section bar. This dynamic adaptation preserves positioning stability even as the floor moves.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system transitions from a fixed-rigid configuration to one that allows parameter changes in response to floor movement. The elastic clips change their deformation state to follow floor movement, maintaining adequate clamping force and positional stability throughout the range of motion.
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 system enables faster and easier installation of section bars, maintains correct positioning, and allows for installation on both fixed and floating floors, ensuring stability and adherence without additional fastening methods.
Implementation Method 1
at least one elastic clip suited to be positioned between said second side of the section bar and said edge of the floor
Implementation Method 2
The surface of said second parts resting on said second side of the section bar is at least partly knurled or generically rough. Said knurled surface has the function of increasing friction between the clip and the second side of the section bar
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AI summary
The invention is a new connection system (100) between a floor (P) and a wall (M) or a surface in general, between which a connection space (S) is created, comprising a shaped section bar (20) suited to be positioned so as to cover said connection space (S) and at least one elastic clip (10) suited to be positioned between the second side (20) of the section bar (20) and the edge (P 1) of the floor (P), wherein said elastic clip (10) in turn comprises at least one first part (12) intended to be rested on said edge (P1) of the floor (P), pressing against it, and at least two second parts (13) intended to be simply rested on said section bar (20), and wherein the surface (121) of said second parts (12) resting on said second side (22) of the section bar (20) is at least partly knurled or generically rough.