Torsion Spring Bracing Structure for Garage Door Mounting Reliability
Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional torsion spring mounting systems in residential garage doors are prone to failure due to the center bearing plate and torsion springs breaking free from the anchor pad over time, leading to structural degradation and catastrophic failure.
Innovation Solution
A torsion spring bracing system comprising a first brace with a base plate and prongs, and a second brace attachable to a center bearing plate, secured with fasteners to the garage frame and anchor pad, providing additional support and stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional mounting with center bearing plate and anchor pad is used, then installation is simple, but reliability deteriorates due to breaking free over time
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure is divided into multiple functional components: base plate for anchor pad attachment, vertical braces for structural support, and prongs for center bearing plate attachment. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally while collectively providing enhanced reliability without excessive overall complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracing system is installed beforehand to prevent failure rather than repairing after failure. The rigid brace structure with multiple attachment points creates preliminary reinforcement that prevents the center bearing plate and torsion springs from breaking free, addressing the reliability issue before it manifests.
2Stability of the object's composition
If rigid bracing structure with multiple attachment points is used, then stability is improved, but installation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracing system is segmented into modular components (base plate, vertical braces, prongs) that can be separately manufactured and then assembled together. This segmentation maintains stability through precise geometric design while improving installation ease by allowing step-by-step assembly rather than requiring complex integrated structure installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The base plate serves as an intermediary component that simplifies the connection between the anchor pad and the vertical braces. By providing a standardized interface with pre-drilled holes and a stable mounting surface, it mediates the connection process and makes installation easier while maintaining the overall stability of the rigid bracing structure.
Data Source
AI summary
A torsion spring bracing system is provided. The torsion spring bracing system includes a first brace. The first brace includes a base plate having a substantially straight bottom edge, substantially straight left-side and right-side edges each substantially perpendicular to the bottom edge, a top edge having a left-side bend and a right-side bend, and a pair of prongs extending from the top edge including a left-side prong and a right-side prong. The torsion spring bracing system further may include a second brace adapted to be attached to a center bearing plate, the center bearing plate accommodating a shaft driven by at least one torsion spring. The second brace is adapted to be attachable to the first brace. According to another aspect of the disclosure, a method for installing the bracing is provided.