Safety Fence Support Post With Tilt-Collar Lock and Load Indication
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing safety barrier systems for construction sites lack ease of erection and dismantling, self-adjustability, compact packaging, and tamper-proof mechanisms, while also requiring improved stability and visual load indication.
Innovation Solution
A support post with telescoping inner and outer tubes, featuring a locking lever assembly that includes a collar element and pivotable lever for securing the inner tube relative to the outer tube, utilizing a top compression spring for dynamic adjustability and visual load indication, and a wire clip for securing the post to fence panels.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a telescoping jack post with manual jacking system is used, then the support post can be adjusted to fit between floor and ceiling, but the ease of erection and dismantling is reduced due to manual operation requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The support post uses self-adjusting telescoping tubes with spring-loaded engagement mechanisms that automatically adjust to fit between floor and ceiling without manual intervention. The system self-regulates its position through the interaction of the telescoping inner and outer tubes with compression springs, eliminating the need for manual jacking operations.
2Reliability
If a C-shaped bracket with clamp is used, then the post can be secured to the floor edge, but the ease of erection and dismantling is reduced due to clamping operations
Solution Approach 1:
The support post employs self-adjusting telescoping tubes that automatically engage and secure to the floor and ceiling surfaces through spring-loaded mechanisms. The system self-regulates its position and securement through the interaction of the telescoping inner and outer tubes with compression springs, eliminating the need for manual clamping operations while maintaining reliable engagement.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a telescoping mechanism with locking lever is used, then the position of inner tube relative to outer tube is fixed, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The support post uses self-adjusting telescoping tubes with spring-loaded engagement mechanisms that automatically lock into position. The telescoping inner tube and outer tube self-regulate their relative positions through the compression springs, providing stable position fixation without complex manual locking mechanisms.
4Ease of operation
If dynamic adjustability with compression springs is provided, then the post can be temporarily positioned in upright position, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The support post employs self-adjusting telescoping tubes with spring-loaded engagement mechanisms that automatically provide temporary upright positioning. The compression springs within the telescoping mechanism self-regulate to hold the post in various positions, providing ease of operation without complex external spring systems.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables easy and secure setup, self-adjustment, and tamper-proof operation of safety fence assemblies, providing enhanced stability and visual feedback on load application, while maintaining compactness for transportation.
Implementation Method 1
a top compression spring captured between the stem and a supporting collar fixed to an interior surface of the inner tube
Implementation Method 2
a lever pivotable about a pivot pin for moving the collar element to a tilted configuration in which the collar element is tilted relative to the inner tube for engagement of the collar element with the inner tube
Implementation Method 3
an inner tube adapted for sliding telescoping engagement with the outer tube
Data Source
AI summary
A support post for a safety fence assembly. The post includes an outer tube having a floor engaging end for engagement with a floor, an inner tube adapted for sliding telescoping engagement with the outer tube, and a ceiling engaging end for engagement with a ceiling coupled to the inner tube. The post also includes a locking lever assembly with a collar element positioned on the inner tube, and a lever pivotable about a pivot pin for moving the collar element to a tilted configuration in which the collar element is tilted relative to the inner tube for engagement of the collar element with the inner tube. The lever is movable between a release position, in which the collar element is slidably movable longitudinally along the inner tube, and a lock position, in which the collar element is tilted relative to the inner tube and engaged therewith.