Ferrule Anchoring Assembly for Faster Cured Liner Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing anchoring assemblies for metal objects before applying a cured lining material in liquid form are time-consuming to mount, requiring multiple steps for welding and securing the elongated mounting pin and nut with spaced anchor fins.
Innovation Solution
A method involving a template with anchoring assembly cutouts to mark and mount the anchoring assemblies simultaneously, with pre-connected spaced anchor fins on the elongated mounting pin, and a ferrule with a radially outwardly extending place holder to facilitate faster and more efficient installation, allowing for even distribution of load and reduced space requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional multi-step mounting method is used (welding elongated mounting pin, then screwing nut with anchor fins), then secure connection is achieved, but mounting time is excessive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the elongated mounting pin and the nut with anchor fins into a single integrated component. The mounting pin includes an elongated body with a head at one end and anchor fins extending radially outward at the other end, eliminating the need for separate assembly steps and significantly reducing mounting time while maintaining secure connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The anchor fins are pre-positioned and fixed to the mounting pin during manufacturing, so that when the mounting pin is welded to the metal object, the anchor fins are already in their correct positions and orientations. This preliminary preparation eliminates the need for subsequent assembly steps of attaching the nut and anchor fins separately.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate components are used for anchoring, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple functions into a single component: the elongated mounting pin serves as both the mounting element and the anchor element. The anchor fins are directly formed on the pin, combining what were previously separate components (pin, nut, and anchor fins) into one unified piece, reducing assembly complexity while maintaining adaptability through various fin configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated mounting pin performs multiple functions: it provides mechanical support during mounting, serves as the anchoring element through its radially extending fins, and can be welded directly to the metal object. This multi-functionality in a single component reduces the number of parts needed while maintaining versatility for different anchoring applications.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This method significantly reduces the time needed for mounting anchoring assemblies, ensures even load distribution to the cured lining material, and allows for installation in tighter spaces, enhancing the efficiency and speed of the anchoring process.
Implementation Method 1
a ferrule holder (12) arranged for holding the ferrule at the radially outwardly extending place holder part during mounting of the elongated mounting pin, at the first end, to the metal object
Implementation Method 2
The elongated mounting pin is welded to the metal object
Data Source
AI summary
An anchoring assembly for anchoring a liner of a cured lining material arranged to be applied in liquid form to a metal object provided with the anchoring assembly, the anchoring assembly including an elongated mounting pin and a ferrule provided at a first end thereof, wherein the pin is arranged to be mounted at the first end to the metal object, the anchoring assembly further including a plurality of spaced anchor fins connected to the pin at a second end and extending radially outward relative to the pin, wherein the ferrule includes a radially outwardly extending place holder part arranged to be held by a ferrule holder during mounting of the pin at the first end to the metal object.