Removable Rubber Compositions for Temporary Waterproof Barriers
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for easy-to-use products that can create temporary, waterproof or water-resistant barriers for structures during storms or floods, which can be easily removed once the threat has passed without damaging the structures.
Innovation Solution
Applying sprayable aerosol-based rubber compositions, viscous liquid rubber compositions, malleable pastes or caulks, and rubberized adhesive tapes to create flexible, removable waterproof barriers on various structures, including doors, windows, mobile homes, and vehicles, and solidifying them to form a temporary, removable seal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If permanent waterproofing materials are used to protect structures from water damage, then waterproofing effectiveness is improved, but ease of removal and structure integrity are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the waterproofing barrier removable rather than permanent. The barrier is designed to be dynamically adjustable - easily applied during storms and easily removed afterward, transforming from a static permanent solution to a dynamic temporary solution that adapts to changing weather conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the physical parameters of the waterproofing material by using a flexible barrier that can be easily applied and removed. The aerosol-based rubber composition creates a flexible membrane that maintains waterproofing effectiveness while allowing for easy deployment and removal, changing the parameter of permanence to temporariness.
2Strength
If heavy-duty waterproofing materials are used to ensure durability during storms, then protection effectiveness is improved, but ease of application and portability are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies pneumatics by using an aerosol delivery system to apply the waterproofing barrier. The aerosol-based rubber composition is sprayed through a nozzle, using pneumatic principles to distribute the material evenly and easily across large surface areas, making application simple while maintaining durability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the physical state and application parameters of the waterproofing material. By formulating a rubber composition that can be aerosolized, the material transitions from a heavy-duty rigid form to a sprayable flexible form, enabling easy application while maintaining storm-resistant durability once applied.
3Adaptability or versatility
If flexible rubber compositions are used to conform to various structure shapes, then adaptability is improved, but ease of removal is worsened if they bond too strongly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the bonding parameters of the rubber composition to achieve optimal balance. The flexible rubber composition is formulated with specific adhesive properties that allow it to conform to various shapes and surfaces while maintaining ease of removal. The composition's tackiness and bonding strength are carefully controlled to enable both adaptation to structure shapes and simple removal after use.
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 solutions effectively limit water penetration, providing a durable, breathable, weatherproof barrier resistant to rain, snow, and UV degradation, and can be easily removed without damaging the structures, thus protecting them from water damage.
Implementation Method 1
sprayable aerosol-based rubber compositions
Implementation Method 2
solidifying the composition to create a flexible waterproof barrier
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AI summary
Various forms of rubber compositions may be applied to create a temporary, removable waterproof barrier for various building structures or components such as doors, windows, houses, barns, sheds, mobile homes, automobiles, recreational vehicles, boats, campers, tents, vinyl awnings, covers and tarps, and the like. In some aspects, the form of removable rubber compositions may include a sprayable aerosol-based liquid composition, a viscous liquid rubber composition, a malleable paste or caulk, or a rubberized adhesive tape. In some aspects, the rubber compositions may be applied to portions of a building structure or component which are at risk from water damage due to an approaching storm or natural event, and to create a temporary, watertight barrier that is removable without damaging the building structure or component. The rubber compositions and rubberized tape may be removed from the building structure or component after the storm or natural event has subsided.