Modular Paver Support Grid for High-Wind Stabilization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Pavers, especially lightweight ones, can become dislodged in high wind conditions and require a supporting apparatus that reduces surface load while allowing access to objects underneath and preventing dislodgment.
Innovation Solution
A paver supporting apparatus comprising a pedestal with a top plate, male lock pins, and a modular grid that secures the grid in an elevated position, using a lattice structure and ballast to stabilize the pavers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Weight of stationary object
If lightweight pavers are used to reduce surface load, then surface load is reduced and ease of installation is improved, but wind resistance deteriorates and pavers become dislodged
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the paver into separate components: a lightweight paver panel and a distinct supporting apparatus (pedestal with modular grid). This segmentation allows the paver to remain lightweight while the supporting structure provides the necessary stability and wind resistance through adjustable height and secure attachment mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting apparatus acts as an intermediary between the lightweight paver and the ground surface. The pedestal with its adjustable height and the modular grid structure mediate between the paver's weight reduction needs and the requirement for wind resistance, allowing the lightweight paver to achieve both reduced surface load and improved stability.
2Ease of operation
If pavers are elevated to allow access to objects underneath, then accessibility is improved, but stability deteriorates and pavers become airborne in high wind
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting apparatus employs dynamic adjustability through the adjustable height pedestal and the modular grid that can be configured in different positions. This dynamic system allows optimization of both clearance for accessibility and stability for wind resistance, enabling the paver to be elevated when access is needed while maintaining stability through proper height and configuration adjustment.
3Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable height supporting apparatus is used, then adaptability to different clearance requirements is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting apparatus is segmented into modular components: a pedestal with adjustable height mechanism and a separate modular grid system. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each component's function while keeping individual parts relatively simple, achieving overall adaptability without excessive complexity in any single element.
Data Source
AI summary
A paver supporting apparatus is provided and includes a pedestal and a modular grid. The pedestal includes a top plate with a plate extender and a plurality of male lock pins positioned around a circumference of the top plate. The modular grid is positioned and secured on the top plate such that the top plate supports the modular grid in an elevated position and connects with one of the plurality of male lock pins. The modular grid includes a lattice extending generally between perimeter edges of the modular grid and defining a plurality of lattice.