Structurally Stable Guardrail That is not Easily Overturned
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional guardrails are unstable, prone to tipping and slippage, and require significant storage space when not in use, with inadequate ground connection in extreme weather.
Innovation Solution
A structurally stable guardrail system comprising multiple panels with extension arms, a connecting member, corner fixing members, and a base that can be easily disassembled for storage, ensuring secure connections and reduced storage space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If traditional guardrails are dismantled and stacked together for storage, then storage space is reduced, but the structure becomes unstable and prone to tipping over
Solution Approach 1:
The guardrail is divided into multiple detachable panels that can be separated and stacked for compact storage, while each panel maintains its structural integrity through the built-in corner fixing members and ground spikes
Solution Approach 2:
The guardrail panels are designed to nest within each other when stacked for storage, with extension arms fitting into gaps of adjacent panels, creating a compact stacked configuration that minimizes storage space while maintaining stability
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional guardrails use simple ground connection, then installation is easy, but the connection is not strong enough in extreme weather
Solution Approach 1:
Ground spikes are pre-installed on the base of each guardrail panel during manufacturing, so that during installation, users only need to insert the spikes into the ground without additional tools or complex procedures, achieving both ease of installation and strong ground connection
Solution Approach 2:
The ground spike acts as an intermediary element between the guardrail base and the ground, providing a secure mechanical anchor that resists uplift and lateral forces from extreme weather while maintaining simple installation
3Productivity
If traditional guardrails use simple corner connection, then assembly is quick, but the connection is unstable and prone to slippage and tipping
Solution Approach 1:
The corner connection is segmented into multiple functional components including extension arms, gaps, projections, and bayonet mechanisms, each performing a specific function that collectively provides both quick assembly and stable connection
Solution Approach 2:
The corner fixing member incorporates a bayonet mechanism that allows for quick dynamic assembly and disassembly through rotational motion, while the projection-groove engagement provides static stability to prevent slippage and tipping during use
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AI summary
A guardrail, comprising plurality of guardrail panels, connecting member, corner fixing member and base; the guardrail panels includes upper edge portion and a plurality of extension arms extending downwardly from the upper edge portion, the two guardrail panels being stowed by interposing with each other through gaps between the extension arms, and the projection is provided at the bottom thereof. The upper edge portion is provided with a connecting portion, and the connecting member connects two side-by-side set guardrail panels together; the corner fixing member fixes and connects two relatively vertically set guardrail panels; the base is provided with pass through hole and receiving seat; it is used to receive a projection at the bottom of the extension arms so that the guardrail panels are connected to the base, and the ground spike are threaded inside the receiving seat to form a fixed connection with the ground.