Stackable Floor Support Components for 10–24 mm Clearance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing pedestal systems are not suitable for low-height applications, as they typically require a minimum clearance of 25 mm, whereas some applications have only 10 mm to 24 mm available space.
Innovation Solution
A stackable flooring support component with a lower and upper support surface, designed to nest together in different angular orientations, allowing for incremental changes in support height and flexibility in low-height applications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional pedestal systems are used, then fire resistance and structural strength are improved, but the minimum support height is fixed at 25 mm which is not suitable for low-height applications with only 10-24 mm clearance
Solution Approach 1:
The pedestal is divided into multiple stackable components (base component, intermediate components, cap component) that can be assembled in different quantities and configurations. This segmentation allows the support height to be adjusted by stacking 1, 2, or more components together, enabling adaptation to various clearance heights including low-height applications of 10-24 mm while maintaining fire resistance and structural strength through the use of metal materials.
Solution Approach 2:
The pedestal system transitions from a fixed-height design to a dynamically adjustable height system. The stackable components with engagement features (protrusions and recesses) allow the overall height to be varied by adding or removing intermediate components, providing flexibility to match different clearance requirements while maintaining structural integrity through standardized connection mechanisms.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different pedestal heights are provided to accommodate various clearance requirements, then adaptability to different applications is improved, but device complexity and part variability increase
Solution Approach 1:
The stackable pedestal components are designed as universal parts that can function at multiple height levels. The base component, intermediate components, and cap component can be combined in various quantities (1-3 intermediate components) to create pedestals of different heights. This multi-functionality allows a single set of standardized parts to replace multiple specialized pedestal designs, reducing part variability while maintaining adaptability to different clearance heights.
Solution Approach 2:
The pedestal components are designed to nest together through protrusion-recess engagement features. The intermediate components can be stacked within the space defined by the base and cap components, with each component containing engagement features that allow them to fit together like nested dolls. This nesting arrangement enables height adjustment through simple stacking without requiring complex assembly mechanisms or multiple specialized part types.
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AI summary
A paving support system comprising flooring support members (100) having upturned tabs for spacing apart flooring members such as paving slabs.