Mobile Foundation with Prefabricated Slabs for Rapid Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional monolithic concrete foundation blocks for building supports, particularly for lightweight and tent halls, are time-consuming to produce and harden on-site, offer limited design variation, and lack flexibility in use.
Innovation Solution
A mobile foundation composed of prefabricated concrete slabs connected by threaded rods, allowing for rapid assembly and adaptation to site-specific requirements, with modular design and flexible weight adjustment through intermediate plates.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If monolithic concrete foundation blocks are produced on site, then the foundation provides sufficient structural support, but the production process is time-consuming and requires on-site hardening
Solution Approach 1:
The monolithic foundation block is divided into multiple separate slabs (first slab, second slab, third slab) that are connected by connecting elements. This segmentation allows the slabs to be precast and assembled quickly on-site without requiring lengthy hardening time, while still providing sufficient structural support through the connected assembly.
2Reliability
If monolithic concrete foundation blocks are used, then the foundation is structurally sound, but the design variation and flexibility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the foundation into separate slabs connected by connecting elements, the design allows for various configurations and adaptations. The modular nature enables design variation while maintaining structural soundness through the connected assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The foundation structure becomes dynamic and adaptable through the use of connecting elements that can accommodate different configurations. The slabs can be arranged and connected in various ways to suit different design requirements, providing flexibility while maintaining structural integrity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional foundation blocks are manufactured on site, then the foundation can be customized to site requirements, but the manufacturing process is complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The foundation is segmented into separate slabs that can be precast in controlled environments and then assembled on-site. This reduces manufacturing complexity at the construction site while allowing customization through the assembly configuration of the modular components.
Solution Approach 2:
The slabs are prepared in advance (precast) before being transported and assembled on-site. This preliminary action reduces the complexity and time required for on-site manufacturing while still allowing customization through the assembly process.
4Reliability
If monolithic foundation blocks are used, then the foundation provides adequate support, but the assembly process is slow and delays construction
Solution Approach 1:
The foundation is divided into separate slabs that can be assembled quickly on-site by connecting them with connecting elements. This segmentation enables faster assembly compared to pouring and hardening a monolithic block, while still providing adequate support capability through the connected structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The slabs are prepared in advance as ready-to-assemble components, which significantly speeds up the on-site assembly process. The pre-prepared slabs can be quickly connected using the connecting elements, improving productivity while maintaining support capability.
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AI summary
A mobile foundation comprising at least one base plate and at least one cover plate arranged above the base plate. The base plate and the cover plate are connected by at least one connecting element extending through the cover plate, in particular a threaded rod. The base plate has at least one receiving element, in particular at least one threaded anchor, for receiving an end section of the connecting element or the threaded rod.