Rectangular Conduit Hardware with Perpendicular Threaded Bores
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Solution Overview
Problem
The installation of conduit runs in construction projects is time-consuming and material-intensive due to the need for extensive support structures, such as trapezes with threaded rods, which increase costs and complexity.
Innovation Solution
A conduit hardware article with a rectangular solid body featuring perpendicular threaded bores and slots allows for efficient suspension of multiple conduit runs from a single threaded rod, using conduit clamps and struts to distribute weight and support, reducing the need for multiple support structures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional trapeze support structures are used for conduit installation, then structural stability is ensured, but installation time and material requirements increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple support functions into a single integrated conduit support structure that attaches to one threaded rod. The structure integrates conduit clamps, struts, and mounting mechanisms into one unified component, eliminating the need for separate trapeze assemblies and reducing the number of threaded rods required, thereby speeding up installation while maintaining structural stability
Solution Approach 2:
The conduit support structure is designed as a multi-functional component that can support multiple conduit runs simultaneously. The structure includes multiple conduit clamps and adjustable struts that can accommodate different conduit configurations and weights, replacing multiple specialized support components with a single universal support assembly
2Strength
If multiple threaded rods and support structures are installed to support conduit runs, then load distribution is improved, but the quantity of materials and device complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple support structures into a single integrated assembly that attaches to one threaded rod. The unified structure includes conduit clamps, struts, and mounting mechanisms that work together to distribute loads effectively, reducing the total number of threaded rods and support components needed while maintaining adequate load distribution
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure utilizes three-dimensional spatial arrangement of struts and clamps to distribute loads in multiple directions from a single attachment point. By arranging support elements in different spatial dimensions radiating from the single threaded rod, the structure achieves effective load distribution without requiring multiple rods
3Reliability
If extensive support structures are used for conduit installation, then code compliance is achieved, but cost and material requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is designed as a multi-functional component that simultaneously satisfies multiple code requirements. The structure provides adequate conduit support, structural stability, and load distribution all in one assembly, reducing the total material quantity needed while ensuring code compliance through its integrated design that addresses multiple regulatory requirements
Data Source
AI summary
A conduit hardware article includes a body forming an approximately rectangular solid defining a first threaded bore extending between generally opposed first and second sides thereof, and a second threaded bore extending between generally opposed third and fourth sides thereof generally perpendicular to the first threaded bore. Slots opening onto the first side can be defined in fifth and sixth sides of the body. The hardware article can be used to attach multiple conduit hardware components to a single threaded rod.