Internal-Thread Fence Attachment for Mesh Panel Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fence fastening systems for mesh panels require multiple components, such as rivets and dowels, making installation complex and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A fence fastening system with a fence post featuring internal thread hole collars and support brackets with locking elements, allowing direct screw attachment without the need for rivets or dowels, and enabling easy pre-assembly on the post.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional fence fastening systems use rivets and dowels, then the attachment is secure, but the installation process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple fastening functions into a single integrated support bracket that includes both the mounting plate and the fastening mechanism. The support bracket is designed as one piece with an integrated through-hole for the fastening screw, eliminating the need for separate rivets, dowels, and mounting plates. This merging of components simplifies the fastening system while maintaining secure attachment of mesh panels to fence posts.
Solution Approach 2:
The support bracket serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a mounting surface for mesh panels, provides a through-hole for fastening screws, and includes locking elements for pre-assembly. This multi-functional design replaces several separate components (rivets, dowels, mounting plates) with a single universal fastening solution that maintains attachment security while reducing complexity.
2Reliability
If multiple components like rivets and dowels are used, then the fastening is reliable, but the installation time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The support bracket includes pre-integrated locking elements that can be inserted into corresponding openings in the fence post before the final fastening screw is installed. This preliminary action allows the support bracket to be pre-assembled and positioned correctly on the fence post, reducing installation time while maintaining secure attachment. The locking elements provide immediate mechanical engagement before the fastening screw is fully tightened.
3Ease of operation
If simple attachment methods are used, then installation is easy, but the attachment security may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening process is segmented into two distinct stages: pre-assembly using locking elements and openings, and final securing using the fastening screw through the through-hole. The locking elements provide initial mechanical engagement that is easy to install, while the fastening screw provides the final secure attachment. This segmentation allows installers to benefit from both ease of pre-assembly and reliability of the final fastened connection.
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AI summary
Shown and described is a fence fastening (1) for fastening mesh panels (2), comprising a fence post (3), a support bracket (4), and a fastening screw (5), wherein the support bracket (4) has a through-hole (43) for the fastening screw (5) and can be fastened to the fence post (3) by means of the fastening screw (5). The fence fastening is of particularly simple design and enables easy fastening of mesh panels (2) to the fence post (3) in that a hole collar (31) with an internal thread (32) is formed in the fence post (3), into which the fastening screw (5) can be screwed.