Helical Pier Monopole Support with Adjustable Mounting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional monopole structures require significant time, labor, and environmental impact for installation due to the need for concrete foundations, which is not suitable for strict timelines or minimal site disturbance, and they fail to effectively manage bending moments and torque caused by wind forces.

Innovation Solution

A helical pier-based support system with adjustable pin or bolt-based mounting assemblies that allows fine-tuned adjustment of helical piers relative to support arm structures, enabling secure monopole installation with minimal environmental impact and accommodating deviations in pier locations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If conventional monopole structures use rigid connections via concrete base plates or anchor bolts, then structural stability is improved, but installation time and labor requirements increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidinstallation time

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The monopole structure is divided into modular components: a base platform with pre-attached support arms, and separate monopole sections that can be assembled without concrete curing time. The base platform itself is segmented into a plate structure with integrated mounting points, eliminating the need for monolithic concrete foundations.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The support arms and mounting assemblies are pre-assembled and pre-positioned on the base platform before monopole installation. Helical piers are pre-installed in the ground, and the base platform is positioned and secured in advance, allowing rapid monopole attachment without on-site concrete work.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

2Stability of the object's composition

If conventional monopole structures use direct embedment or heavy equipment installation, then structural stability is improved, but environmental impact and site disturbance increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidenvironmental impact

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The invention extracts and eliminates the need for heavy concrete foundations and associated earthmoving operations. The base platform uses a lightweight plate structure with helical piers that require minimal ground disturbance, removing the harmful environmental impact of conventional concrete installation while maintaining structural stability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The base platform uses removable, reusable components rather than permanent concrete structures. The aluminum or steel plate base platform can be disassembled and relocated, and helical piers can be removed and reused, eliminating the environmental burden of concrete disposal and site remediation.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #27Cheap short-living objects (Disposable)

3Strength

If monopole structures use fixed rigid connections, then structural strength is improved, but adaptability to different installation conditions decreases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural strengthVSAvoidadaptability to installation conditions

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting assembly incorporates adjustable elements including slots in the support arms that allow positional adjustment, and a leveling mechanism with adjustable legs or shims. This dynamic adjustment capability enables the rigid connection to be optimized for various ground conditions, monopole positions, and loading scenarios while maintaining structural strength.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system allows parameter adjustments in the mounting connection, including vertical positioning through slot adjustments, angular orientation through movable mounting brackets, and load distribution through adjustable support arm positions. These parameter changes enable adaptation to different installation conditions while preserving structural integrity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

4Strength

If conventional monopole structures use concrete encased anchor bolts, then structural strength is improved, but installation complexity and labor requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural strengthVSAvoidinstallation complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The base platform design incorporates self-aligning features and self-contained mounting mechanisms. The support arms with integrated slots and mounting brackets automatically guide monopole placement, and the leveling mechanism self-adjusts to ensure proper alignment, eliminating the need for complex measurement and adjustment procedures required by concrete anchor bolt installations.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS9091037B2Adjustable monopole support structure

Publication Date: 2015.07.28 MEYER UTILITY STRUCTURES LLC

AI summary

A support assembly includes a plurality of support arms coupled to a pole or tower structure. The plurality of support arms project radially from the pole or tower structure in a spaced relationship. A plurality of adjustable foot assemblies are coupled to respective distal ends of the plurality of support arms. Each of the plurality of adjustable foot assemblies is configured for coupling to an embedded helical pier. Each of the plurality of adjustable foot assemblies is capable of movement in each of three dimensions relative to the respective support arm to which it is coupled during installation of the support assembly.