| 摘要 |
A tetrahedron shaped pipe section core connector and an optional end connector that enable the quick fabrication of a stable tripod base with a stable post support. The core connector is made by machining, molding, casting, or forging the material from which the pipe connector is constructed (typically metal or plastic). The core component (hereinafter the “knuckle connector”) provides four pipe connections oriented at 109.5° angles to each other, forming a regular tetrahedron shape. Pipe sections may be screwed or press fit into each of the four pipe connections. Three of these fitted pipes may be oriented to form a tripod base. The remaining pipe connection extends vertically up to form a post support. The body of the knuckle connector optionally incorporates one or more smaller apertures, preferably threaded, that extend through the wall of the body of the connector. These apertures provide attachment points for ancillary components. |
