Telescoping Gate System for Compact Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gate systems struggle to span extremely large openings while fitting into smaller storage spaces when in the fully opened position, particularly in secured perimeter areas like industrial sites or airports, where the available storage space is insufficient for the gate's span.
Innovation Solution
A telescoping gate assembly comprising a primary and secondary gate member, where the secondary member can extend to increase the overall length when closed and retract within the primary member when opened, utilizing a roller/rail structure for movement along a path that allows the gate to fit into a space smaller than the opening span.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If a traditional swing gate or sliding gate is used to span a large opening, then the gate can provide adequate obstruction and security, but the storage space required when the gate is in the opened position becomes excessively large
Solution Approach 1:
The gate assembly is divided into multiple gate members (first gate member, second gate member, third gate member) that can move independently relative to each other. This segmentation allows the gate to span large openings when closed while enabling compact storage when opened, as each segment can be positioned independently to minimize the overall storage footprint.
Solution Approach 2:
The gate assembly employs a dynamic configuration where gate members can shift positions relative to one another during operation. The second gate member can move between positions inside and outside the first gate member, and the third gate member can shift relative to the second, allowing the system to adapt its configuration based on whether it needs to span the opening or minimize storage space.
2Length of moving object
If the gate is designed to span extremely large openings, then adequate security and obstruction are provided, but the gate cannot fit into the available storage space when opened
Solution Approach 1:
The gate members are arranged in a nested configuration where the second gate member can be positioned inside the first gate member, and the third gate member can be positioned inside the second gate member when in the opened position. This nesting arrangement allows the gate to achieve a compact storage volume that is substantially less than the span of the opening, while still providing adequate gate span when closed.
3Area of stationary object
If a telescoping mechanism is introduced to reduce storage space, then the gate can fit into smaller spaces when opened, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple gate members are combined into a single integrated gate assembly that operates as one unit. The first, second, and third gate members are connected through shared support structures and rolling mechanisms, allowing them to move in coordination. This merging approach reduces the overall complexity compared to having separate telescoping mechanisms for each segment, while still achieving compact storage space.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables the gate to obstruct large openings while requiring less space when open, with the secondary member extending to match or exceed the opening length when closed and retracting to fit within the primary member's length when open, providing efficient vehicular access and obstruction.
Implementation Method 1
at least one of the bottom wall and top wall of the primary gate member includes a first roller/rail structure located a first distance from the side wall and a second roller/rail structure located a second distance from the side wall
Data Source
AI summary
A telescoping gate can include a frame, a primary gate member connected to the frame in a manner such that the primary gate member can move relative to the frame, and a secondary gate member that is moveable with respect to both the primary gate member and the frame. The primary gate member can include at least one side wall, a top wall extending at an angle from a top of the side wall, and a bottom wall extending at an angle from a bottom of the side wall to create a cavity between the bottom wall, side wall and top wall. The secondary gate member can be located in the cavity of the primary gate member and configured to move relative to the primary gate member and the frame within that cavity. The bottom wall of the primary gate member includes a first roller/rail structure and the secondary gate member includes a bottom wall having a first roller/rail structure configured to mate with the first roller/rail structure of the primary gate member bottom wall. In addition, the bottom wall of the primary gate can include a roller/rail structure configured to contact a mating ground roller/rail structure.