Modular Arch-Support System with Telescoping Base

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing systems for constructing archways lack flexibility, hindering efficient construction processes.

Innovation Solution

An arch-support system with a telescoping base section and intermediate sections that can be securely mounted to a work surface, allowing unimpeded movement and supporting the archway during construction, while being removable once the archway becomes self-supporting.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional wood frame arch support is used, then the archway can be constructed, but the system lacks flexibility and requires complete removal after construction

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveflexibilityVSAvoidsystem complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The arch support system is divided into multiple modular sections including telescoping base sections, intermediate sections, and arch support sections. Each section can be independently adjusted, assembled, and configured to accommodate different archway requirements, providing flexibility without requiring complete system replacement

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The telescoping base sections enable dynamic adjustment of the support system's height and configuration during construction. The sections can be extended or retracted to adapt to varying archway dimensions and construction stages, allowing the system to remain flexible throughout the construction process

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Strength

If solid arch support is provided during construction, then the archway is securely supported, but movement below the archway is impeded

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesupport strengthVSAvoidmovement freedom

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The arch support system employs a skeletal framework structure with spaced-apart base sections and intermediate sections that provide structural support while maintaining open space below the archway. This allows vehicles and equipment to pass underneath during construction while the arch remains securely supported

Inventive Principle:

Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

Solution Approach 2:

The support system uses segmented telescoping base sections and intermediate sections spaced apart from each other, creating gaps that allow unimpeded movement below the archway while maintaining sufficient support strength through the distributed modular structure

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

3Stability of the object's composition

If the arch support system is permanently fixed, then stable support is provided, but setup and demobilization time is excessive

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesupport stabilityVSAvoidsetup and demobilization time

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The telescoping base sections and intermediate sections are pre-configured with attachment mechanisms that enable rapid assembly and disassembly. The modular design allows workers to quickly connect and secure sections together during setup, and equally quickly dismantle them during demobilization, reducing time loss while maintaining stability

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system transitions from a static permanent structure to a dynamic temporarily configurable structure. The telescoping and detachable sections allow the support system to be rapidly deployed when needed and just as rapidly removed when no longer required, eliminating the time penalty associated with permanent fixed installations

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

4Adaptability or versatility

If the arch support system is made modular for flexibility, then adaptability improves, but the number of components increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveconstruction flexibilityVSAvoidnumber of components

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The modular sections are designed with standardized interfaces and universal attachment mechanisms that allow the same base sections and intermediate sections to be used across different archway configurations and construction scenarios. This reduces the total number of unique components needed while maintaining high adaptability

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The telescoping base sections feature nested tubular structures where smaller diameter tubes fit within larger diameter tubes. This nesting arrangement allows multiple functional sections to be compactly stored and transported together, effectively reducing the space and complexity associated with having multiple modular components

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

Data Source

PatentUS10584502B2Arch-support system

Publication Date: 2020.03.10 EXCEL PROJECT MANAGEMENT LTD

AI summary

An apparatus includes an arch-support system configured to support an archway above a work surface during construction of the archway. A rail assembly is configured to selectively receive and support the arch-support system in such a way that the rail assembly, in use, supports the arch-support system once the rail assembly selectively receives the arch-support system.