Extrusion Profile Bracket with Gripping Teeth for Panel Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional panel mounting methods are complex, labor-intensive, and costly due to the need for separate clips and corner brackets, which increase material expenses and complexity.
Innovation Solution
An extrusion profile bracket that can be directly mounted to surfaces without separate clips or corner brackets, featuring a mounting base, support legs with gripping teeth, and a brace with locking heels, allowing secure panel attachment without additional fasteners.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional mounting methods using separate clips and corner brackets are used, then panels can be securely mounted to walls, but the process becomes complex and labor-intensive requiring multiple components and assembly steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate mounting components (corner brackets and clips) into a single integrated extrusion profile system. The extrusion profile includes integrated features such as gripping teeth for securing panels and locking heels for corner connections, eliminating the need for separate components and simplifying the mounting process while maintaining security
Solution Approach 2:
The extrusion profile serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a support structure, a mounting bracket, and a panel securing mechanism. The profile includes gripping teeth for panel attachment, locking heels for corner connections, and mounting holes for wall installation, making it a universal component that replaces multiple specialized parts
2Reliability
If conventional mounting methods using multiple separate components are used, then panels can be mounted securely, but material costs increase due to the multitude of components needed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent consolidates multiple discrete mounting components into a single extrusion profile product. Instead of requiring corner brackets, clips, screws, and other separate fasteners, the integrated profile includes all necessary mounting features within one component, reducing the quantity of materials needed and simplifying inventory management
Solution Approach 2:
The extrusion profile is designed as a universal mounting solution that performs multiple functions: supporting panels, securing them with integrated gripping teeth, connecting corners with locking heels, and mounting to walls. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for multiple specialized components, reducing both material quantity and cost
3Reliability
If separate clips and corner brackets are used for mounting, then panels can be attached to extrusions and walls, but the installation process becomes labor-intensive requiring multiple assembly steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the functions of corner brackets and clips into a single extrusion profile that can be installed in one continuous process. The profile includes pre-integrated gripping teeth and locking heels that work together seamlessly, allowing installers to complete the mounting operation in fewer steps and with less labor
Solution Approach 2:
The extrusion profile is pre-configured with gripping teeth and locking heels in their final positions during manufacturing. This preliminary action eliminates the need for现场 assembly and adjustment of separate components, allowing for faster installation as the profile is ready-to-use upon installation
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
Simplifies the panel mounting process, reduces material costs, and enhances security by eliminating the need for extra components, while providing a resilient bias for easy panel insertion and secure attachment.
Implementation Method 1
The curvature of the first thigh portion may provide a resilient bias of the first calf portion toward the brace
Data Source
AI summary
An extrusion profile bracket for mounting panels comprises a mounting base, a first support leg extending from the mounting base, and a brace extending from the mounting base and spaced apart from the first support leg. The first support leg has a plurality of first support leg panel gripping teeth extending from the first support leg toward the brace and terminates in a first support foot including a portion extending oppositely to the first support leg panel gripping teeth and away from the brace. The first support foot has a first locking heel extending toward the brace and extending beyond termini of the first support leg panel gripping teeth. The brace has a plurality of brace first panel gripping teeth extending toward the first support leg panel gripping teeth, and the first support leg panel gripping teeth and the brace first gripping teeth are arranged in opposition to one another.