Modular Fence Post Repair Structure for Hammering Deformation Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fence post repair devices made of sheet metal deform easily during the repair process, affecting the repair result and stability of the fence.
Innovation Solution
A repairing device with a modular design, comprising a main body, adapter component, and detachable first stake, allowing for independent processing and shaping to match soil conditions, reducing deformation and improving repair effectiveness.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a traditional one-piece sheet metal repair device is used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the device deforms easily during the hammering process affecting repair quality
Solution Approach 1:
The repair device is divided into separate components: a connecting component that attaches to the fence post and a first stake that is detachably connected. This segmentation allows the connecting component to be designed with sufficient thickness and strength to resist deformation during hammering, while the stake can be optimized for its specific function of providing structural support.
2Manufacturing precision
If the force-receiving portion is made thicker to reduce deformation, then deformation during striking is reduced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By separating the connecting component from the stake, the patent allows the force-receiving portion of the connecting component to be made thicker without increasing overall device complexity. The thickened force-receiving portion can absorb hammering forces without deforming, while the stake remains a separate, simpler component that can be detached and replaced if needed.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a modular design with detachable stake is used, then adaptability to different soil conditions is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The detachable connection between the connecting component and the first stake enables modularity. Different stakes can be selected and attached based on specific soil conditions and repair requirements, providing adaptability without requiring a completely different device for each scenario.
Solution Approach 2:
The connecting component is designed as a universal base that can work with different types of stakes. This allows a single connecting component to serve multiple functions by simply changing the attached stake, providing versatility without proportionally increasing device complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
A repairing device, including a main body, an adapter component, and a first stake. The main body extends along a first direction, is provided with a connecting component, and is used for being fixed to a fence post. Along the first direction, the adapter component is located on one side of the main body. It has a connecting portion and a force-receiving portion arranged sequentially along a second direction, with the connecting portion connected to the main body. Along the first direction, the first stake is located on a side of the adapter component opposite the main body. The first stake and the adapter component are separate components, and the first stake is fixedly connected to the force-receiving portion. The first and second directions are set at an angle to each other.