Jack And Dolly Assembly for One-Person Heavy Object Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The construction industry lacks an effective device to transport and install heavy and large components such as doors and panels efficiently, often requiring multiple people and leading to potential damage and increased risk of injury.
Innovation Solution
A jack and dolly assembly with a frame, carrying arm, securing mechanism, and adjustable wheels, allowing one person to securely transport and install heavy objects without damaging them, and adjust for different terrains and elevations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If heavy objects are transported manually using traditional methods, then labor intensity increases and risk of injury increases, but the patent enables single-person operation with reduced labor requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a dolly device as an intermediary tool between the heavy object and the operator. The dolly includes a platform for supporting the object, handles for maneuvering, and optional securing mechanisms. This intermediary device enables single-person operation by providing mechanical assistance, thereby reducing labor intensity while maintaining transport efficiency.
2Reliability
If traditional manual handling methods are used for heavy objects, then installation time increases and potential for damage increases, but the patent enables faster and safer handling
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates securing mechanisms such as straps, ropes, or chains that can be预先 attached to the heavy object before placement on the dolly. This preliminary action ensures the object is securely fastened in advance, preventing damage during transport and installation while reducing the time needed for securing operations at the destination.
3Ease of operation
If multiple people are required to transport heavy objects, then coordination complexity increases, but the patent simplifies the process to single-person operation
Solution Approach 1:
The dolly device is designed with multi-functionality to handle various heavy objects of different sizes and weights. It includes an adjustable platform, multiple securing mechanism options, and ergonomic handles. This universal design simplifies operation for single users while the modular components allow customization based on specific transport needs, balancing operational simplicity with device functionality.
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AI summary
A jack and dolly assembly provides for easy, efficient, and effective transportation and installation of heavy items such as a door, a panel, and the like. The assembly is adapted to provide the ability for one person to quickly, easily, efficiently, and effectively load, install hardware upon, store, transport, lift, position, uninstall, and/or install an object. The assembly is adapted to include adjustable components such that the assembly can accommodate different sizes of objects. According to some embodiments, the assembly includes a frame, carrying arm, and securing mechanism for holding/securing the object, and a pair of large wheels for easily transporting the object. The assembly is further adapted to provide the ability to lift an object and properly hold the object in place during installation.