Flexible Sign Kit for Barrier Posts
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for mounting signs on barrier posts are either expensive, fragile, or complex, lacking a simple and cost-effective solution.
Innovation Solution
A sign kit consisting of two flexible sheets of material, with engaging means and apertures, allowing for easy mounting and positioning of signs on barrier posts without additional fixing means, using a flexible sheet to form a loop around the post and engage the sign member over it.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional metal frames are used to mount signs on barrier posts, then the signs can be securely mounted, but the mounting apparatus becomes expensive and fragile
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional rigid metal frames with flexible sheet material that wraps around the barrier post. The flexible mounting part conforms to the cylindrical shape of the post while providing secure sign retention through its elastic properties, eliminating the need for complex metal framing structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The flexible sheet material provides a cost-effective alternative to expensive metal frames. The mounting system uses simple, inexpensive materials that can be easily replaced if needed, rather than investing in durable but costly metal construction.
2Ease of operation
If simple frames are used to mount signs, then the mounting is easy to use, but the frames become expensive and fragile
Solution Approach 1:
The flexible sheet material inherently provides durability through its elastic properties while maintaining simplicity of use. The material can be easily wrapped around the post and adjusted, yet remains robust and resistant to damage unlike fragile rigid frames.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the physical parameters of the mounting material from rigid to flexible, transforming the properties of the sheet material to achieve both ease of operation and durability simultaneously through elastic deformation and recovery.
3Adaptability or versatility
If alternative means for positioning signs are used, then more options are available, but the methods become more complex and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The flexible mounting part serves multiple functions: it wraps around the post, secures the sign through elastic retention, and can be easily adjusted or repositioned. This single component provides versatile sign positioning options without requiring multiple different mounting mechanisms.
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
Provides a simple, cost-effective, and secure method for mounting signs on barrier posts, using flexible materials like polypropylene or cardboard, ensuring stability and ease of use.
Implementation Method 1
a mounting part consisting of a first flexible sheet of material
Implementation Method 2
one or more fold lines formed between the first end and the second end
Data Source
AI summary
A simple sign kit for mounting on top of a barrier post that has only two sheets of flexible material: a mounting part having a first sheet and a sign member having a second sheet. The mounting part has a first edge extending from a first end to a second end of the mounting part; a second edge extending from the first end to the second end; end engaging means adjacent the first end and end engaging means adjacent the second end for engaging the first end with the second end; first sign engaging means adjacent the first edge; second sign engaging means adjacent the first edge; and one or more apertures formed in the mounting part to allow members extending horizontally from an upper end of a barrier post to extend therethrough when the mounting part is mounted on top of a barrier post.