Vertical Burial Vault with Resilient Seal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional burial methods require significant horizontal space in graveyards, and existing vault devices do not effectively prevent decomposition gases from escaping, which can lead to environmental issues and grave robbing.
Innovation Solution
A vertically oriented, fluid impermeable burial vault comprising a box with a resiliently compressible seal that inhibits decomposition gases from escaping, allowing for efficient space utilization and enhanced security.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If traditional horizontal burial methods are used, then the corpse can be buried easily, but significant horizontal space is required in graveyards
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from horizontal burial to vertical burial by changing the orientation dimension. The box is designed to contain the corpse in a vertical position, utilizing the vertical space above ground rather than horizontal space, thereby reducing the footprint area required in the graveyard while maintaining ease of burial operation.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If existing vault devices are used, then the corpse can be buried, but decomposition gases can escape leading to environmental issues
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a flexible seal member made of resiliently compressible material that forms a fluid-tight barrier between the lid and the box. This flexible sealing mechanism reliably prevents decomposition gases from escaping, addressing environmental concerns while maintaining effective containment.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If existing vault devices are used, then the corpse can be buried, but they do not effectively prevent decomposition gases from escaping which can lead to grave robbing
Solution Approach 1:
The flexible seal member creates a reliable fluid-tight seal that prevents decomposition gases from escaping, making the burial more secure and deterring grave robbing. The resiliently compressible nature of the seal ensures maintained integrity over time.
4Object-affected harmful factors
If a seal is added to the burial vault, then decomposition gases can be contained, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a relatively simple flexible seal member made of resiliently compressible material to achieve gas containment, rather than complex rigid sealing systems. This approach provides effective decomposition gas containment while minimizing increases in overall device complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The vertically oriented vault device minimizes horizontal space in graveyards and effectively contains decomposition gases, addressing space and environmental concerns while deterring grave robbing.
Implementation Method 1
A seal is coupled to the lid and the seal is comprised of a resiliently compressible material. Thus, the seal forms a fluid impermeable seal with the box when the lid is positioned on the box to inhibit decomposition gases from escaping the box.
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AI summary
A burial vault assembly includes a box that may contain a corpse. The box may be buried underground having the corpse being vertically oriented. Thus, the box occupies less space in a graveyard than a casket. A lid is selectively positioned on the box and the lid closes the box. A seal is coupled to the lid and the seal is comprised of a resiliently compressible material. Thus, the seal forms a fluid impermeable seal with the box when the lid is positioned on the box to inhibit decomposition gases from escaping the box.