Reversible Immobilization System for Prefabricated Wall Transport

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing transport devices for prefabricated walls require manual actuation of multiple threaded nuts to immobilize and release holding means, which is tedious and restrictive, necessitating the development of a more efficient immobilization system.

Innovation Solution

A reversible immobilization system featuring a base and plates with clamping means that allow immobilization and release through displacement of the base, eliminating the need for manual actuation of individual nuts by using a lever or actuating means to control the movement and locking of the holding means.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If manual actuation of multiple threaded nuts is used to immobilize holding means, then the holding means can be securely fixed, but the operation becomes tedious and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesecure fixation of holding meansVSAvoidtime required to actuate multiple nuts
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple independent nut actuation operations into a single base displacement operation. The base simultaneously actuates all clamping mechanisms through its movement, merging multiple discrete actions into one unified operation that secures multiple holding means at once.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The base serves multiple functions: it supports the holding means, acts as the actuating mechanism for all clamping operations, and provides the immobilization function. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate actuation tools and operations for each holding means.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If multiple threaded nuts are used to secure holding means, then reliable immobilization is achieved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveimmobilization of holding meansVSAvoidnumber of nuts and actuation components
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts the actuation function from individual nut operations and consolidates it into the base component. By removing the need for separate actuation mechanisms for each holding means and integrating the function into the base, the overall device complexity is reduced while maintaining immobilization reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The base is designed as a multi-functional component that simultaneously serves as support structure, actuating mechanism, and immobilization device. This universal design replaces multiple specialized components (multiple nuts, multiple actuation points) with a single integrated system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Measurement precision

If individual actuation tools are required for each nut, then precise control is possible, but the ease of operation decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontrol precision of holding means positionVSAvoidoperational simplicity of immobilization
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges multiple individual actuation operations into a single base displacement operation. The operator performs one simple action (moving the base) that simultaneously controls all holding means positions, greatly improving ease of operation while maintaining precise control through the mechanical linkage.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The base acts as an intermediary mechanism that translates a single operator action into coordinated movement of multiple holding means. This intermediary function simplifies the operator's task while maintaining precise control over each holding means through the mechanical coupling.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

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

Simplifies the process of immobilizing and releasing holding means by allowing simultaneous actuation of multiple clamping mechanisms with a single movement of the base, reducing operational complexity and increasing efficiency.

Implementation Method 1

at least one clamping means (9) for clamping, on the support (4), the base (8) and/or the holding means (3), this under the effect of a displacement of the base (8) relative to this or these plates (7)

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMechanical Advantage: Mechanical Advantage

Data Source

PatentEP3150427B1System for reversible immobilisation of a means for holding a prefabricated wall on a mounting of a transport device
Publication Date: 2018.01.10 FEHR GROUPE
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AI summary

The invention relates to a reversible immobilization system (6), on a support (4) of a transport device (1) for at least one prefabricated wall (M), and to a means for holding such a prefabricated wall (M) in a vertical position. This system (6) comprises: - at least one plate (7) having a receiving means for receiving the holding means (3); - a base (8), extending in a plane, having at least one bearing means for bearing against the support (4), and movable relative to the plate (7) or plates (7); - at least one clamping means (9) for clamping the base (8) and/or the holding means (3) onto the support (4), this under the effect of a displacement of the base (8) relative to this or these plates (7).The invention also relates to a transport device (1) for at least one prefabricated wall (M) comprising at least one concrete or similar plate, this transport device (1) comprising at least one means for holding (3) this or these prefabricated walls (M) in a vertical position, a support (4) and means for mounting in motion (5) this or these means for holding (3) relative to this support (4) as well as at least one reversible immobilization system (6).