Perimeter Fence With Offset Guides For Intrusion Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing perimeter intrusion protection systems are complex, expensive, time-consuming to install, and visible, making them less effective against intruders.
Innovation Solution
A fence system comprising electrically insulating bars and guides that guide electric fence wires at different potentials, with a detection device to detect electrical contact, allowing for easy manufacturing, low cost, discreet installation, and quick setup.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional perimeter fencing systems are used, then intrusion protection is provided, but the system becomes complex, expensive, and time-consuming to install
Solution Approach 1:
The fence system is divided into modular units consisting of bars, guides, and wire sections that can be independently assembled. Each module contains the essential components (bars with attached guides) needed to support the electric fence wires, allowing for simplified assembly and reduced overall system complexity while maintaining intrusion detection capability
Solution Approach 2:
The bars serve multiple functions: they provide structural support for the fence, act as mounting elements for the guides, and serve as the framework for the entire fencing system. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed, thereby reducing complexity and installation time while maintaining reliable intrusion protection
2Reliability
If traditional perimeter fencing systems are used, then intrusion protection is provided, but manufacturing cost and installation expense increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses simple, inexpensive materials such as plastic or metal bars, basic plastic guides, and standard electric fence wire. These components are designed to be cost-effective and easily replaceable, reducing manufacturing costs and installation expenses while maintaining effective intrusion protection through the electrical detection mechanism
3Reliability
If traditional perimeter fencing systems are used, then intrusion protection is provided, but installation time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The guides are pre-attached to the bars during manufacturing, creating ready-to-install modules. This preliminary assembly of components eliminates the need for complex on-site assembly operations, allowing installers to simply attach the pre-configured modules to the perimeter and tension the wires, thereby dramatically reducing installation time while ensuring reliable intrusion protection
Solution Approach 2:
The fencing system is divided into modular units that can be independently assembled and installed. Each module contains pre-attached guides on bars, allowing for quick assembly without complex inter-component adjustments. This segmentation enables parallel installation across different sections of the perimeter, reducing total installation time while maintaining effective intrusion protection coverage
4Reliability
If traditional perimeter fencing systems are used, then intrusion detection is provided, but the system becomes highly visible, encouraging intruders to take precautions
Solution Approach 1:
The electric fence wires are positioned at heights and locations that are difficult to see or access, such as at eye level or higher, and the thin wire construction makes them nearly invisible against the background. The detection capability is concentrated at these discreet locations, providing reliable intrusion detection while maintaining low visual profile that does not alert potential intruders
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 system is cost-effective, easy to install, and discreet, providing effective perimeter protection by detecting intrusions through electrical contact between wire sections, deterring intruders with high voltage and triggering alarms.
Implementation Method 1
The system is arranged so that the second section is at a different electrical potential than the first section
Implementation Method 2
detecting device arranged to detect electrical contact between the first and second sections
Data Source
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AI summary
The invention relates to a site protection fencing system. The system comprises bars (11, 12, 13, 14), preferably vertical. Guides (21, 22, 23, 24, 31, 32, 33, 34) are attached to the bars (11, 12, 13, 14). They are arranged diagonally on each bar and such that two guides (21, 32) located at the same height on different bars (11, 12) are horizontally offset. Consequently, successive sections (51, 52) of electric wire located at different heights are, between the bars, in intersecting vertical planes. Thus, the sections touch when an intruder moves them apart to create a passage. Since every other section is connected to a high voltage and the other to ground, their contact can be detected by a detection device.