Pipe Penetration Mesh Cover for Debris Blocking and Retrieval
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions fail to effectively cover and secure floor penetrations around pipework, making it difficult to retrieve small articles and preventing debris entry without compromising functionality or safety.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a flame-retardant mesh with adjustable pore size, coated with reflective material, wrapped around pipes with adjustable straps and fasteners for easy installation, preventing small articles and debris from entering floor penetrations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If floor penetrations are left open for pipe access, then functionality is maintained, but small articles can easily fall in and become difficult to retrieve
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a flexible mesh screen material that can be wrapped around pipes to cover floor penetrations. This thin film structure allows the pipe to pass through while blocking small articles from entering the penetration, enabling easy retrieval while maintaining functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The mesh screen acts as an intermediary element between the pipe and the floor penetration. It mediates by allowing the pipe to maintain access while preventing small articles from falling through, thus resolving the contradiction between retrieval ease and functionality.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a covering device is installed over floor penetrations, then debris entry is prevented, but installation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mesh screen is designed with adjustable straps and fasteners that allow dynamic adjustment during installation. This enables the covering device to adapt to different pipe sizes and penetration configurations, reducing installation complexity while effectively preventing debris entry.
Solution Approach 2:
The covering device is segmented into modular components including the mesh screen, adjustable straps, and fasteners. This segmentation allows for easier handling and installation while maintaining the function of preventing debris entry into penetrations.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a mesh covering is used to block penetrations, then small articles are prevented from entering, but visibility in low-light conditions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mesh screen is coated with reflective material that changes its optical properties by reflecting light. This enhances visibility in low-light conditions while the mesh structure itself continues to prevent small articles from entering the penetrations.
Solution Approach 2:
The covering device uses a composite structure combining mesh material with reflective coating. This composite material maintains the blocking function against small articles while adding the property of enhanced visibility through light reflection.
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 device securely covers floor penetrations, allowing easy retrieval of small articles and preventing debris entry while maintaining functionality and enhancing visibility in low-light conditions.
Implementation Method 1
coated with reflective material
Data Source
AI summary
A device and method for covering a floor penetration around a pipework so as to prevent debris from falling into the floor penetration. The device includes a mesh portion. The device further includes an upper strap coupled to the upper edge portion of the mesh and extends further from the right edge of the mesh portion. The device further includes a lower strap coupled to the lower edge portion and extends further from the right edge. The device can be wrapped around the pipe so that the lower edge of the mesh portion is in contact with the floor, covering the floor penetration. The wrapped device can then be secured using the upper strap and the lower strap.