Segmented Assemblable Arrangement for Large 3D Objects
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for manufacturing large three-dimensional objects are impractical for packing, storage, and transportation due to their size, requiring high costs and generating significant material waste, and are difficult to assemble without extensive space and risking safety.
Innovation Solution
A method involving smaller elements with edge surfaces, slots, and necks that can be fitted together to form layers, allowing for the assembly of larger objects in situ, reducing material waste, and enabling efficient packaging and transportation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If large three-dimensional objects are manufactured as single elements, then the object structure is simple, but packaging, storage and transportation costs become uneconomically high
Solution Approach 1:
The large three-dimensional object is divided into multiple smaller elements that can be manufactured separately and assembled later. Each element has reduced dimensions suitable for economical packaging, storage and transportation, while the complete object is reconstructed by fitting these elements together using connection means such as slots and protrusions.
2Device complexity
If large three-dimensional objects are manufactured as single elements, then the object is complete, but assembly becomes difficult requiring multiple persons and extensive space
Solution Approach 1:
The object is segmented into manageable elements that can be handled by single persons during assembly. The elements are designed with built-in connection features (slots, protrusions, connection means) that enable straightforward assembly operations without requiring extensive assembly space or multiple workers.
3Ease of manufacture
If large three-dimensional objects are manufactured as single elements, then the manufacturing process is straightforward, but material waste becomes significant
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the object into smaller elements, each element can be manufactured more efficiently with less material waste. The segmentation allows for optimized material usage in each smaller component, and the connection means between elements minimize additional material requirements while enabling complete object reconstruction.
4Shape
If complex single elements are manufactured, then the object design is achieved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase leading to more waste
Solution Approach 1:
The complex object design is broken down into simpler element designs that require lower manufacturing precision. Each element can be manufactured with standard tolerances, and the connection means (slots, protrusions) are designed to accommodate minor variations, reducing the need for high-precision manufacturing while still achieving the complete object design.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a method for assembling an arrangement. The invention also relates to a corresponding assemblable arrangement. For the arrangement according to the invention, there are at least two groups of individual elements and each group comprises at least two individual elements. For each group of at least two elements within one group of elements, the at least two elements can be fitted together. Further, the at least two elements of one group can be fitted together with at least two elements of another group. Each group of elements forms a layer of the arrangement. The arrangement, when assembled, forms a three dimensional object.