Rotating Brace Pipe Hanger for Fast Multi-Size Attachment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing pipe hangers are not adaptable to varying sizes of brace pipes and the process of coupling them is complex and time-consuming.

Innovation Solution

A brace pipe attachment device comprising a hook member and a base member, where the hook member is rotatable relative to the base member, and a fastener extends through both to securely engage the brace pipe.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If traditional pipe hangers are used to support piping, then the piping can be suspended above ground surface, but the pipe hangers are not adaptable to varying sizes of brace pipes and the coupling process is complex and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to varying brace pipe sizesVSAvoidcomplexity of coupling process

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The hook member is designed to be rotatable relative to the base member, allowing dynamic adjustment to accommodate different brace pipe sizes and orientations. This rotational capability enables the attachment device to adapt to varying pipe diameters without requiring multiple specialized components, thereby resolving the contradiction between adaptability and device complexity

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The attachment device combines a base member with a rotatable hook member that can engage with brace pipes of different sizes. This universal design allows a single device to perform multiple functions across various pipe尺寸 scenarios, eliminating the need for multiple specialized pipe hangers and simplifying the overall coupling process

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If traditional coupling methods are used to attach pipe hangers to brace pipes, then the connection can be secured, but the process is complex and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesecurity of connectionVSAvoidtime required for installation

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The hook member is pre-configured on the base member in a rotatable joint, allowing the brace pipe to be inserted first and then the hook to be rotated into the securing position. This preliminary arrangement of components enables quick installation without complex step-by-step assembly, reducing installation time while maintaining connection security through the rotatable locking mechanism

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The attachment device is segmented into a base member and a rotatable hook member, allowing independent positioning and adjustment. This segmentation enables the hook to be rotated independently to match the pipe size and orientation, securing the connection quickly without requiring complex alignment procedures or multiple components

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS12297942B2Brace pipe attachment mechanism

Publication Date: 2025.05.13 ASC ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS LLC

AI summary

A brace pipe attachment mechanism includes a hook member comprising a hook and defining a first fastener hole; a base member defining a second fastener hole aligned with the first fastener hole, wherein the hook member is rotatable relative to the base member between a first position and a second position; and a fastener extending through the first fastener hole and the second fastener hole and configured to engage a brace pipe, wherein the hook member is rotatable about the fastener.