Modular Electric Security Barrier for Temporary Fences

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing fencing solutions lack a portable and modular electric security barrier that can effectively deter actors from entering restricted areas, especially in temporary settings, as they often require permanent installation and lack the ability to provide a heightened level of protection.

Innovation Solution

A mobile perimeter security system (MPSS) comprising a frame with conductive and non-conductive brackets, allowing for coupling to both temporary and permanent fence panels, which can be electrically charged to deter actors through exposed conductive wires and frame components, while maintaining portability and ease of assembly.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a permanent fence is used to protect an area, then long-term stationary enclosure is provided, but portability and ease of relocation are lost

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveprotection reliabilityVSAvoidportability

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The fence system is divided into modular panels that can be easily assembled and disassembled. Each panel is a self-contained unit with standardized connection points, allowing the fence to be segmented into transportable sections while maintaining structural integrity when assembled.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The fence system transitions from a static permanent structure to a dynamic temporary structure with adjustable characteristics. The modular design allows the fence to be dynamically configured, relocated, and reconfigured based on changing security needs while maintaining protection reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If a temporary fence is used for easy erection and removal, then portability is improved, but the level of security protection is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of erectionVSAvoidsecurity protection level

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The fence system merges the ease of temporary fence erection with the security features of permanent fences. By combining modular temporary construction with integrated security components (conductive wires, charging mechanisms, warning lights), the system achieves both easy deployment and high security protection level.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The fence panels are designed with multi-functionality, serving both as structural barriers and as integrated security systems. The same modular panels that provide easy erection also incorporate conductive elements, charging ports, and warning indicators, eliminating the need for separate security installations.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Reliability

If conductive brackets are used to couple frames, then electrical charge continuity is improved, but the risk of electrical shock to ground increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecharge continuityVSAvoidelectrical shock hazard

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The system uses an intermediary grounding mechanism that controls the path of electrical charge. The conductive brackets maintain charge continuity for security functionality, while a separate controlled grounding system safely dissipates excess charge through designated paths, preventing uncontrolled shock hazards to persons or equipment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

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 MPSS provides a heightened level of protection by electrically shocking actors, is highly portable, and can be easily assembled and disassembled by a single technician, offering a versatile and effective deterrent for restricted areas without the need for permanent installation.

Implementation Method 1

a frame including a first side vertical conductive support member, a second side vertical conductive support member, a middle vertical conductive support member, an upper horizontal conductive support member, a lower horizontal conductive support member, a middle horizontal conductive support member, wherein the frame is electrically chargeable; a plurality of exposed conductive wires spanning a distance between the first side vertical conductive support member and the second side vertical conductive support member, wherein the plurality of exposed conductive wires are electrically chargeable

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElectrical charge storage and conduction: Conduction (electrical)

Implementation Method 2

a non-conductive bracket, wherein the non-conductive bracket is structured to facilitate coupling the frame to a temporary fence panel, and wherein the non-conductive bracket is insulated from being electrically chargeable

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElectrical insulation: Conduction (electrical)

Data Source

PatentUS11913247B1Mobile perimeter security system

Publication Date: 2024.02.27 ZAP PANEL LLC

AI summary

A modular, electrically chargeable protective barrier that is structured to be coupled to a temporary fence panel is disclosed. The barrier includes a frame comprising multiple side vertical conductive support members and multiple horizontal conductive support members. The frame is electrically chargeable. The barrier includes multiple exposed conductive wires spanning a distance between the side vertical conductive support members. The exposed conductive wires are electrically chargeable, and a charge passes from the wires to the frame. The barrier includes a conductive bracket and a non-conductive bracket.