Temporary Step and Support Assembly for Wall Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for accessing high areas in construction, such as ladders, step stools, and scaffolding, are often heavy, cumbersome, and pose safety risks, while lighter alternatives are typically insufficient for reaching higher heights.
Innovation Solution
A temporary step and support assembly with a three-sided attachment member and a horizontal support surface, designed to be easily attached to vertical supports like studs, providing a stable and adjustable step or support for reaching higher areas.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If traditional access methods like ladders and scaffolding are used, then workers can reach higher areas, but the equipment becomes heavy, cumbersome, and occupies excessive space
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into multiple detachable components: a support member that attaches to the wall structure, a platform member for standing, and connecting elements. This segmentation allows the system to achieve greater height through vertical stacking while keeping individual components lightweight and manageable, resolving the contradiction between reach height and equipment weight
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from traditional vertical ladders to a three-dimensional structure that attaches to the wall surface, utilizing the wall's vertical dimension for support while extending horizontal platform surfaces for worker access. This dimensional change enables height achievement without the cumbersome vertical construction of traditional ladders
2Length of moving object
If traditional access methods like ladders and scaffolding are used, then workers can reach higher areas, but the equipment becomes cumbersome and occupies excessive space
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the access system into compact, modular units that attach to the wall, the invention minimizes the floor space required for storage and deployment. Each segment occupies minimal space when not in use, and the overall structure utilizes vertical wall space rather than horizontal floor space, resolving the contradiction between reach height and space occupation
3Length of moving object
If traditional access methods are used, then workers can reach higher areas, but safety risks increase due to heavy and unstable equipment
Solution Approach 1:
The support member integrates multiple functions: it attaches to the wall structure for stability, provides vertical support for the platform, and includes attachment points for additional segments. This merging of support, attachment, and structural functions into a single integrated component enhances overall system reliability and safety while maintaining reach capability
4Reliability
If scaffolding is used to reach higher areas, then support is provided, but the equipment becomes heavy, expensive, and time-consuming to erect
Solution Approach 1:
The scaffolding system is segmented into standardized, interchangeable components that can be quickly assembled and disassembled. Each segment is designed with built-in attachment mechanisms that simplify connection, reducing the time and complexity of erection while maintaining the structural stability needed for reliable support
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AI summary
A temporary step and support assembly includes two primary portions: an attachment member and a horizontal surface member. The attachment member preferably includes three sides for engaging a board or other fixed support, wherein the first side and the third side are disposed in parallel relation, and the second side is preferably angled upwardly from the first side to the third side. The horizontal support member, extends from the first side of the attachment member, and serves as a temporary step, so that a user may attach the temporary step and support assembly to a board or other fixed support for standing or climbing to reach a greater height in an upward direction. Optionally, the horizontal support member may be angularly adjustable with respect to the attachment member for use on angled fixed support studs, boards or framing.