Lightweight Multifunctional Jacking Device for Building Structure Reinforcement

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current temporary supporting and reinforcing facilities in building construction are complex, lack universality, and involve complicated installation and removal processes, with imprecise jacking forces that can lead to structural damage or collapse due to insufficient or excessive jacking.

Innovation Solution

A lightweight multifunctional supporting device comprising a supporting frame, jacking device with a screw rod and jacking seat, and a method for calculating the required jacking force using a detection torque, allowing precise application of the necessary force to match design requirements.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If traditional reinforcement measurements are used, then structural reinforcement can be achieved, but the structure becomes complex and installation/removal becomes complicated

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural reinforcementVSAvoidstructure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The supporting device is divided into modular components including a supporting frame with multiple upright rods, lateral rods, and inclined rods that can be independently assembled and disassembled. This segmentation allows for simplified installation and removal while maintaining structural reinforcement effectiveness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The supporting frame is designed as a universal structure that can be configured for different reinforcement scenarios through standardized connecting elements. The same basic structure serves multiple functions depending on configuration, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining reliability across different applications.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If traditional reinforcement measurements are used, then structural reinforcement can be achieved, but installation and removal processes become complicated

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural reinforcementVSAvoidinstallation and removal process
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The device is segmented into standardized modules with uniform connecting elements that enable quick assembly and disassembly. Workers can independently handle each module without complex coordination, significantly simplifying installation and removal processes while ensuring proper structural reinforcement.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The supporting structure incorporates movable and adjustable components that can be dynamically configured during installation and easily dismantled during removal. This dynamic design allows the structure to adapt to different assembly states, making the operation process simpler and more efficient.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Ease of operation

If workers estimate jacking force by experience, then installation is simple, but jacking precision becomes insufficient leading to construction gaps or excessive jacking

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvejacking operationVSAvoidjacking force precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where workers can monitor jacking force application and adjust accordingly based on observed responses from the structure. This feedback loop enables precise control of jacking force without requiring complex measurement equipment, maintaining ease of operation while improving precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces subjective experience-based estimation with objective mechanical measurement systems or calculated force distribution mechanisms. This substitution provides precise jacking force control through physical principles rather than human judgment, eliminating construction gaps and excessive jacking while keeping the operation straightforward.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

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

The solution simplifies the structure and installation process, enabling precise and unified jacking force application, ensuring optimal reinforcement and safety by accurately determining the jacking force needed for building structures.

Implementation Method 1

a screw rod and a jacking seat, wherein the screw rod is provided vertically, and is fixed on the supporting frame, wherein the jacking seat is provided thereon with a vertical threaded hole and is provided with a lateral rotation rod, wherein a top of the jacking seat is planar, and the screw rod is in threaded connection with the threaded hole

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectScrew mechanism: Screw

Data Source

PatentUS10711428B2Supporting device and method for calculating jacking force thereof
Publication Date: 2020.07.14 CHINA CONSTR SCI & IND CORP LTD
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AI summary

A lightweight multifunctional supporting device and a method for calculating a jacking force thereof. The lightweight multifunctional supporting device includes a supporting frame and a jacking device, the jacking device includes a screw rod and a jacking seat, the screw rod (21) is provided vertically and is fixed on the supporting frame, the jacking seat is provided thereon with a vertical threaded hole and is provided with a lateral rotation rod, and the screw rod is in threaded connection with the threaded hole. The method for calculating the jacking force of the supporting device above.