Expandable Stud Bracket for Temporary Wall Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current systems for installing temporary walls and studs in construction are costly, time-consuming, and not designed to support the necessary weight for structural support, particularly in situations requiring dust control and ceiling support.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable stud system with an expandable bracket that includes a receiving portion, an extendable rod, an engagement plate, an anchor, and a locking mechanism, allowing for quick installation and reconfiguration to support various structural needs, including angled surfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If round metal telescoping poles are used for dust control, then the system can support plastic at the ceiling, but adhering the plastic to the round pole is cumbersome and expensive when using additional material such as painter's tape
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the pole structure with an integrated mounting mechanism. The square cross-section pole includes built-in features for attaching plastic sheeting, eliminating the need for separate painter's tape or other additional materials. The mounting capability is merged into the pole itself rather than being a separate step.
Solution Approach 2:
The pole structure is designed to be self-sufficient for mounting purposes. The square cross-section and integrated features allow the pole to attach plastic sheeting without requiring external materials or tools, making the system self-service capable rather than dependent on additional consumables.
2Reliability
If round metal telescoping poles are used for dust control, then the system can hold plastic at the ceiling, but the pole system is somewhat expensive to have sufficient supports
Solution Approach 1:
The square cross-section pole is designed to serve multiple functions: structural support, plastic attachment, and potential integration with other wall construction elements. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components and allows fewer poles to accomplish multiple tasks compared to dedicated single-function poles.
3Strength
If temporary studs are installed to support ceiling structure during wall removal, then the ceiling structure can be temporarily supported, but installation can require as much time and energy as construction of a permanent wall
Solution Approach 1:
The temporary support system is segmented into modular components that can be quickly assembled and positioned. Rather than installing full permanent wall structures, the system uses discrete bracket and pole segments that provide necessary support with minimal installation effort and time.
Solution Approach 2:
The temporary support system is designed to be dynamic and adaptable during installation. The adjustable brackets and telescoping poles allow for quick positioning and adjustment to match existing ceiling joist locations, enabling rapid installation without the rigid, time-consuming processes required for permanent wall construction.
4Adaptability or versatility
If dust control systems are designed solely to support the weight of plastic, then the system can hold plastic, but the system is not designed to support the weight that would be required for a temporary support structure
Solution Approach 1:
The square cross-section pole and bracket assembly is designed to serve multiple functions: light plastic sheeting support, heavy ceiling structure support, and potential integration with wall construction elements. The structural design accommodates varying load requirements from light dust control applications to heavy temporary structural support.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates adjustable and telescoping elements that allow the support capacity to be dynamically adapted to different application requirements. The same basic structure can be configured for light plastic support or reinforced for heavy ceiling support by adjusting the extension and bracing configurations.
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 reduces construction time, cost, and energy by providing a sturdy, reusable solution for temporary structures, effectively addressing the limitations of existing dust control and support systems.
Implementation Method 1
the extendable rod is threaded and the locking mechanism comprises a nut which can be tightened using a lever
Implementation Method 2
a locking mechanism attached to the rod for preventing retraction
Data Source
AI summary
An expandable stud bracket for attachment to a 2×4, 2×6, or 4×4 board for construction of a temporary structure of support is disclosed. An embodiment of the bracket includes a receiving portion for securing the bracket to a stud, an adjustable portion opposite the receiving portion and having an extendable rod, an engagement plate attached to an end of the rod and an anchor attached to an end of the rod opposite the engagement plate and for limiting extension of the rod from the bracket, and a locking mechanism attached to the rod for preventing retraction. Optionally, a detachable foot portion may be used as part of the entire disclosed expansion system. Preferably, the extendable rod is threaded and the locking mechanism comprises a nut which can be tightened using a lever. The bracket may also accommodate angled surfaces.