Embedded Post Bracket Structure for Mixed-Material Anchoring
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing anchoring devices fail to adequately facilitate the attachment of support posts made of different materials to support structures made of hard materials, particularly when the posts extend vertically.
Innovation Solution
A bracket design that includes a base plate and horizontal plate embedded in a support surface, with side and rear plates supporting a recess for the post, secured by fasteners, allowing for secure attachment of posts to various surfaces including concrete.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional anchoring devices are used to attach posts to hard support structures, then the attachment may work for similar materials, but the attachment fails when the post and surface are made of different materials
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket serves as an intermediary component between the post and the support structure. It includes a base plate that embeds into the support surface and plates that contact the post, with fasteners securing the assembly. This intermediary bracket system allows attachment of posts made of different materials (wood, metal, vinyl) to hard support structures (concrete, stone, tile) by distributing loads across multiple contact points and using appropriate fastening mechanisms for each material interface.
2Reliability
If a bracket is designed to be embedded in concrete or hard support surfaces, then secure attachment is achieved, but installation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is segmented into distinct functional components: a base plate for embedding in the support surface, side plates for contacting the post, and fastener systems for securing the assembly. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function - the base plate for concrete embedding, the side plates for post contact, and the fasteners for secure attachment - while simplifying the overall installation process through modular assembly.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a bracket system is designed for vertical post support, then structural stability is improved, but the design becomes less versatile for different post orientations
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket design incorporates universal features that allow it to function effectively for vertical post support while maintaining adaptability. The base plate can be embedded in various orientations, the side plates can accommodate different post shapes and sizes, and the fastener system can be configured for different attachment scenarios. This multi-functionality enables the same bracket system to handle vertical posts with high stability while also being adaptable to other orientations when needed.
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AI summary
A bracket that connects a support post to a support surface is described. In some embodiments, the bracket includes a base plate, a left side plate, a right side plate, a front plate, a rear plate and a horizontal plate. The bracket may include a hollow cavity located below the horizontal plate and a recess for holding an upright post located above the horizontal plate. The bracket may also include fastener holes above the horizontal plate to secure an upright post located in the recess to the bracket.