SUPPORT STRUCTURE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THEREOF

Abstract

Disclosed is a support structure that includes a support frame or a support rod or both. The support frame includes a flange, a tube, and/or a lock element. The tube includes a first end such that the support end is coupled, then welded, to the first end. The ground end of the support rod is coupled to a flange then welded together. A lock element may be coupled to the tube such that the lock element exhibits a locked position and an unlocked position. The support rod is configured to slide within the existing hollow handrail post. The lock element may be used on hollow or solid existing handrail posts to lock repair foot to post securely.

Claims

1. A support structure for handrail post repair, the support structure comprising: a support frame having a flange base for stabilizing the support structure and a tube comprising a rail end and a ground end such that the tube is connected to the flange base at the ground end; and a a support rod attached to the tube for securing a handrail post.

2. A support structure for handrail post repair, the support structure comprising: a support frame having a flange base for stabilizing the support structure and a tube comprising a rail end and a ground end such that the tube is connected to the flange base at the ground end; and wherein the tube is hollow and the handrail post is solid and is inserted into the tube and connected to the support frame.

3. The support structure of claim 1, wherein handrail post is hollow and connects over the support rod and inside the tube.

4. The support structure of claim 1, wherein the flange base further comprises a plurality of apertures to allow for insertion of a plurality fasteners to secure the support frame to a surface.

5. The support structure of claim 4, wherein the plurality of fasteners are anchor bolts.

6. The support structure as claimed in claim 2, wherein the handrail post is locked in position to the support structure by a locking element.

7. The support structure as claimed in claim 6, wherein the locking element is positioned is a set screw that can adjustably set the height of the rail.

8. The support structure of claim 1, wherein the support rod protrudes a minimum of 5 inches.

9. The support structure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tube has a length of 8 inches and the support rod has a length of 13 inches.

10. The support structure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tube has a length of 6 inches and the support rod has a length of 11 inches.

11. The support structure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tube has a length of 4 inches and the support rod has a length of 9 inches.

12. The support structure as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tube has a length of 3.75 inches and the support rod has a length of 8.75 inches.

13. A method for assembling a support structure, the method comprising: cutting a tube having a first end and a second end such that the tube exhibits a first predefined length; grinding edges of the first and the second ends of the tube; coupling a flange to the first end of the tube; cutting rust off of an existing handrail post; applying adhesive into the second end of the tube; inserting the handrail post into the tube; drilling a hole through the existing handrail post and into the tube; securing, via a lock element, through the tube and the existing handrail post; setting the existing handrail post; and bolting the flange to a surface.

14. The method for assembling a support structure of claim 13 wherein the handrail post is solid.

15. The method for assembling a support structure of claim 13 wherein the handrail post is hollow.

16. The method for assembling a support structure of claim 15 wherein method further comprises the steps of: cutting a support rod such that the support rod has a second predefined length; coupling the support rod with the tube; inserting the support rod within the tube; welding together the support rod within the tube; applying adhesive inside the existing handrail post; inserting the support rod into the existing handrail post; drilling a hole through the existing handrail post and support rod; and securing, via a pop rivet, through the existing handrail post and support rod.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Having thus described the disclosure in general terms, reference will now be made to the accompanying figures, wherein:

[0027] FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a support structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0028] FIG. 2A illustrates a perspective view of a support frame of the support structure of the FIG. 2B, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0029] FIG. 2B illustrates a front view of the support frame of the FIG. 2A, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0030] FIG. 2C illustrates a top view of the support frame of the FIG. 2B, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0031] FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of a support rod of the support structure of the FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0032] FIG. 4 illustrates a flowchart depicting a method for assembling the support structure of the FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

[0033] FIG. 5A illustrates a schematic view that shows alignment of a tube on a flange, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0034] FIG. 5B illustrates a schematic view that shows a step of forming a hole on the tube of FIG. 2B, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0035] FIG. 5C illustrates a schematic view that shows a step of applying adhesive inside the tube of FIG. 2B, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0036] FIG. 5D illustrates a schematic view that shows a step of inserting the support rod of FIG. 1 inside the post, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0037] FIG. 6 illustrates a perspective view of a handrail that employs the support structure of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

[0038] FIG. 7 illustrates a perspective view of a handrail that employs the support structure of FIG. 2B, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] It should be noted that the accompanying figures are intended to present illustrations of exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. These figures are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. It should also be noted that accompanying figures are not necessarily drawn to scale.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0040] Before describing the present invention in detail, it should be observed that the present invention utilizes a combination of components or processes, which constitutes a support structure and a method for assembling the support structure. Accordingly, the components or processes have been represented, showing only specific details that are pertinent for an understanding of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those with ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein. As required, detailed embodiments of the present disclosure are disclosed herein; however, it is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary of the invention, which can be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific component level details and functional details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to variously employ the present disclosure in virtually any appropriately detailed structure. Further, the terms and phrases used herein are not intended to be limiting but rather to provide an understandable description of the disclosure.

[0041] Some embodiments, illustrating its features, will now be discussed in detail. The words comprising, having, containing, and including, and other forms thereof, are intended to be equivalent in meaning and be open ended in that an item or items following any one of these words is not meant to be an exhaustive listing of such item or items, or meant to be limited to only the listed item or items. It must also be noted that as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms a, an, and the include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Although any methods and systems similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of embodiments, the preferred methods, and systems are now described. The disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary.

[0042] References to one embodiment, an embodiment, another embodiment, one example, an example, another example and so on, indicate that the embodiment(s) or example(s) so described may include a particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element, or limitation, but that not every embodiment or example necessarily includes that particular feature, structure, characteristic, property, element or limitation.

[0043] As mentioned there remains a need for an efficient technique of repairing handrail posts. Accordingly, the present disclosure provides the support structure that solves the aforementioned problems of conventional handrails and associated components and repairing methods thereof. The support structure of the present disclosure, made from heavy-walled A36 steel tubing and solid square bar, offer a simple, economical solution to restore safety and functionality to loose, rusted, or broken handrail posts. The support structure of the present disclosure is designed to fit various shapes and sizes, they eliminate the need for complete rail replacement by preventing further rot and providing a durable, secure repair without the complexity of welding. This innovative approach addresses the overlooked handrail repair market, offering a practical and accessible solution for homeowners, contractor, and commercial handrails. This disclosed invention aims to eliminate a handrail post from any further contact with cement, therefore preserving the lifespan of the handrail posts.

[0044] The support structure and the method for assembling thereof will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, particularly FIGS. 1-6. The present disclosure further pertains to or relates to a method of preventing rotting of metal posts that may be disposed below the ground or imbedded in cement. The support structure of the present disclosure may facilitate easy repairing of the metal posts by virtue of an existing leg. These repair feet slide inside a hollow handrail post or may slide over a handrail post acting as a casing/new base for metal posts to anchor on top of the cement. The support structure of the present disclosure may therefore eliminate concrete damage.

[0045] FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a support structure 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The support structure 100 may be adapted to support handrail. Specifically, the support structure 100 may be coupled to a ground and may facilitate to support the handrail. The support structure 100 may be easily replaceable and repairable in the events of corrosion of the support structure 100. The support structure 100 may therefore save a lot of time and labor in repairing and replacing in the events of corrosion. The support structure 100 may facilitate easy repair for the handrail.

[0046] The support structure 100 may be provided with square or round metal tube. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support structure 100 may have a piece of solid square bar or tube that may be inserted into the center and welded in place from the bottom of the support structure 100. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support structure 100 may be adapted to rest as such in an upright position. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support structure 100 may be welded to a metal plate with holes in each corner. In some embodiments of support structure 100 as seen in FIG. 2B, the metal square tube may be welded to a plate with a hole drilled into it for a set screw. These support structures facilitate easy repair of the handrail for many homeowners, residential and commercial properties that may have loose broken or rotted out handrail posts. These support structures are not limited to just existing handrail posts. They can be used for a new installation of a new handrail as well.

[0047] The support structure 100 may therefore be a strong, secure, and an economical way to repair the handrail without incurring the expensive cost of having to replace the whole handrail itself. This advantageously improves functionality and safety for prolonged duration of time. Specifically, the support structure 100 may easily address the recurring issue of concrete causing metal handrail posts to rot out over time that are core drilled into cement and then anchored and held in place with cement. While the handrail itself often remains structurally sound, the rotting of the posts renders the handrail unsafe and unusable. The repair feet mitigate this problem by preventing concrete from eroding the metal posts, which typically become brittle and break away from their core-drilled positions 4in the concrete. Featuring unique designs, these feet can be used on both existing and new rail installations without the need for welding. Crucially, they prevent handrail posts from needing to be set into concrete, thus eliminating future erosion. The repair process involves removing existing rust, adding adhesive inside hollow handrail posts, sliding the square bar extension into existing handrail post then securing through the post with a pop rivet attaching to the square bar inside the existing post and bolting down the base plate. For solid square metal posts, the handrail can simply slip into the repair feet after adhesive application, such as the tube 204 in FIG. 2B. This tube 204 is applicable for use on a hollow handrail post 600 or solid handrail post 700. A user will just need to set the lock element 210 and bolt down the flange 202. Additionally, the bottom flange 202 serves as a cosmetic cover for the existing hole in the cement, reinforcing the handrail's functionality and safety for many years without re-cementing post 514 back into the concrete.

[0048] The support structure 100 may include a support frame 102 and a support rod 104. To assemble, the support structure 100, the support frame 102 may be disposed beneath the support rod. The support frame 102 may be adapted to support the support rod 104. Specifically, the support rod 104 may be inserted in a hole of the support frame 102 such that the support frame 102 supports the support rod 104 by welding both together on one end, this same end is then welded to a metal flange 202 for added strength.

[0049] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, dimensions of the hole of the support frame 102 may correspond to dimensions of the cross-section of the support rod 104 such that the support rod 104 is inserted into the support frame 102. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any value for the dimensions of the hole of the support frame 102 and the dimensions of the cross-section of the support rod 104, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0050] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, shape of the hole of the support frame 102 may be same to as of shape of the cross-section of the support rod 104 such that the support rod 104 is inserted into the support frame 102.

[0051] FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of the support frame 102 of the support structure 100 of the FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The support frame 102 may include a flange 202 and a tube 204. The flange 202 may be coupled to first portion 302 of FIG. 3, more specifically the ground end 306 of the first portion 302.

[0052] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flange 202 and ground end 306 may form an integral component of the support frame 102.

[0053] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flange 202 and the tube 204 may be separate components of the support frame 102. The flange 202 may be coupled to the tube 204 by way of a welding technique. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any type of technique that may facilitate to couple the flange 202 to the tube 204, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0054] The flange 202 may include a plurality of apertures 206a-206d (hereinafter collectively

[0055] referred to and designated as the apertures 206).

[0056] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flange 202 may have a dimension that may be 33. In a preferred embodiment of the present disclosure, there are 4 apertures 206, 1 aperture 206 on each corner of the flange having diameter. Apertures 206 may be secured to the concrete using a plurality of fastening means. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any dimensional value for the flange 202, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0057] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flange 202 may have a shape that may be a rectangle, a square, a circle, a triangle, a rhombus, and the like. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any type of known and later developed shape for the flange 202 that may provide adequate stability to the support structure 100, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0058] The apertures 206 may be disposed at corners of the flange 202. The apertures 206 may facilitate to couple the support frame 102 with the ground. To couple the support frame 102 to the ground, a fastener (not shown) may be inserted in a corresponding aperture of the apertures 206. In other words, the support frame 102 may be coupled to the ground upon insertion of the fastener in the corresponding aperture of the apertures 206. For example, to couple the support frame 102 to the ground, the first fastener may be inserted in the first aperture 206a, the second fastener may be inserted in the second aperture 206b, the third fastener may be inserted in the third aperture 206c, and the fourth fastener may be inserted in the fourth aperture 206d.

[0059] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the fastener may have a dimension of one of, , 5/16 and . Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any dimension for the fastener depending on the dimensions of the flange 202, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0060] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the fastener may be one of, a concrete fastener, an anchor, a sleeve, a wedge bolt, and tap con. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any type of known and later developed fastener, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0061] The tube 204 may include a first end 208a and a second end 208b. The first end 208a and the second end 208b may be disposed opposite to each other. In other words, the tube 204 may have a length that may span between the first end 208a and the second end 208b. The flange 202 may be coupled to the first end 208a. The second end 208b at the top of the tube 204 may facilitate to slidingly receive the post 514, including either hollow handrail posts 600 or solid handrail posts 700, through hole 208c. The tube 204 may further include a hole 208c. The hole 208c may be disposed at the second 208b. The hole 208c may be adapted to receive inside the hole 208c any component such that the support frame 102 of FIG. 2B accepts the post 514. For example, the hole 208c may be adapted to receive the post 514, hollow handrail posts 600 or solid handrail posts 700. Specifically, the hole 208c may be adapted to slidingly receive the support rod 104 such that the support frame 102 supports the support rod 104 by means of coupling together then coupling same end together with a flange 202, as illustrated in FIG. 1. Specifically, the support rod 104 may be slidingly received into the hollow handrail post 600.

[0062] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the tube 204 may have a cross-sectional shape of a square, a rectangle, and a circle. Accordingly, the shape of the hole 208c may be one of, the square, the rectangle, and the circle. Preferably, the tube 204 may have the cross-sectional shape of the square. Accordingly, the preferred shape of the hole 208c may be the square. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any shape for the cross-section of the tube 204, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0063] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the flange 202 and the tube 204 may be separate components of the support structure 100 such as illustrated in FIG. 3 or coupled together as illustrated in FIG. 2A.

[0064] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support rod 104 may be coupled to support frame 102 by way of a welding technique. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any type of technique that may facilitate to couple support rod 104 to the ground end 302 of the support frame 102, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0065] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support frame 102 may have a length that may be one of, 8 inches, 6 inches, 4 inches, and 3.75 inches. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include any dimensional value for the length of the support frame 102, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0066] Although, FIG. 2A shows that the flange 202 has four apertures, i.e., the first through fourth apertures 206a-206d, however, the scope of the present disclosure is not limited to it. The flange 202 may have any number of apertures that may be structurally, dimensionally, and configurationally same or substantially similar to at least one aperture of the first through fourth apertures 206a-206d, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0067] FIG. 2B illustrates a front view of the support frame 102 of the FIG. 2A, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The support frame 102 may further include a lock element 210. The lock element 210 may be coupled to the tube 204 by drilling or tapping a hole 504. Specifically, the lock element 210 may be disposed between the first end 208a and the second end 208b. Preferably, the lock element 210 may be disposed near to the second end 208b. The lock element 210 may exhibit a locked position and an unlocked position. The lock element 210 may be moved or displaced that may facilitate the lock element 210 to exhibit the locked position and the unlocked position. In some examples of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 may be turned that may facilitate the lock element 210 to exhibit the locked position. In some other examples of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 that may be turned opposite facilitate the lock element 210 to exhibit the unlocked position.

[0068] The lock element 210 may pass through a wall or a side of the tube 204. In other words, the lock element 210 may be partially inserted through the wall or the side of the tube 204. The lock element 210 may engage with the post 514 once adhesive is added into it. The lock element 210 when removed from the wall or the side of the tube 204, may disengage the post 514 inside it. The lock element 210, in the locked position, may engage with the post 514 such that the lock element 210 blocks or restrict sliding motion of the post 514 within the tube 204. The lock element 210, upon restricting the sliding motion of the post 514 to exhibit a stable position i.e., the at least one height from the range of heights.

[0069] The lock element 210 may be adapted to facilitate adjustment of the at least one height from the range of heights of the post 514 within the tube 204. Specifically, the lock element 210, in the unlocked position, may facilitate adjustment of the at least one height of the post 514 within the tube 204. The lock element 210, in the unlocked position, may disengage from the post 514 such that the lock element 210 permits or allows the sliding of post 514 within the tube 204.

[0070] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 may be a bolt, nut, a rivet, and the like. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any type of mechanical fastener that may be the lock element 210, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0071] FIG. 2C illustrates a top view of the support frame 102 of the FIG. 2B, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The lock element 210 may include a head portion 210a and tail portion 210b. The head portion 210a may remain outside the wall or the side of the tube 204. The tail portion 210b may be inserted inside the wall or the side of the tube 204. One height of the post 514 within the tube 204.

[0072] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 may be rotated to facilitate insertion and ejection from the wall or the side of the tube 204. In one example of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 may be rotated in a clockwise direction that may facilitate insertion of the lock element 210 in the side or the wall of the tube 204. In some other examples of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 may be rotated in a counterclockwise direction that may facilitate ejection of the lock element 210 from the side or the wall of the tube 204. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 may include threaded region that may be disposed or formed at the tail portion 210b. The threaded region may facilitate rotation of the lock element 210 in one of, the clockwise direction and in the counterclockwise direction. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any direction i.e., the clockwise direction and the counterclockwise direction for rotating the lock element 210 that may either facilitate (i) insertion of the lock element 210 in the wall or the side of the tube 204 or (ii) the ejection of the lock element 210 from the wall or the side of the tube 204, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0073] FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of the support rod 104 of the support structure 100 of the FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The support rod 104 may include a first portion 302 and a second portion 304. The first portion 302 may be disposed adjacent to the second portion 304. The first portion 302 may extend along a first length of the support rod 104. In a preferred embodiment, the length of support rod 104 is at least 5 inches past first portion 302. The support rod 104 may be inserted inside first portion 302 and welded together. Specifically, the first portion 302 may be coupled with a flange 202 on the same end where the first portion 302 was welded with support rod 104. In other words, FIG. 3 becomes FIG. 1. Thus, the dimensions of the first portion 302 may be machine corresponding to the dimensions of the post 514.

[0074] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cross-sectional shape of the first portion 302 may be same to the cross-sectional shape of post 514 as illustrated in FIG. 5D. For example, the cross-sectional shape of the first portion 302 and post 514 may be one of, a square, a rectangle, and a circle, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0075] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the cross-sectional shape of the first portion 302 may be different from the cross-sectional shape of the second portion 304. For example, the cross-sectional shape of the first portion 302 may be a square and the cross-sectional shape of the second portion 304 may be a circle.

[0076] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support rod 104 may have the length that may be in range of 4, 6, and 8. Preferably, the support rod 104 may have the length that may be 5 coming out of first portion 302. In some examples of the present disclosure, the first portion 302 may have the length of 4 inches and the second portion 304 may have a total length of 9 with the length of 5 coming out of first portion 302. Embodiments of the present disclosure are intended to include and/or otherwise cover any dimensional value for the length of the support rod 104, without deviating from the scope of the present disclosure.

[0077] FIG. 4 illustrates a flowchart depicting a method 400 for assembling the support structure 100 of FIG. 1 and FIG. 3, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The method 400 for assembling the support structure 100 may require following steps:

[0078] At step 402, the assembling of the support structure 100 may require cutting the support rod 104. Specifically, cutting the first portion 302 such that the first portion 302 exhibits a first predefined length.

[0079] At step 404, the assembling of the support structure 100 may require grinding edges. Specifically, grinding the edges of the ground end 306 and post end 308 of the first portion 302.

[0080] At step 406, the assembling of the support structure 100 may require cutting of a support rod 304 and cutting any existing rust from post 514.

[0081] At step 408, the assembling of the support structure 100 may require cutting of the second portion 304. Specifically, cutting the second portion 304 such that the second portion 304 exhibits a second predefined length and coupling second portion 304 with first portion 302.

[0082] At step 410, the assembling of the support structure 100 may require inserting the support rod 104. Specifically, inserting the second portion 304 into first portion 302 and welding together. Once welded, steps 402-410 result in the device illustrated in FIG. 3.

[0083] At step 412, the assembling of the support structure 100 may require coupling the ground end 306 of the first portion 304 with a flange 202 via welding. The resulting device of steps 402-412 is illustrated in FIG. 1.

[0084] At step 414, the assembling of the support structure 100 may require applying adhesive inside the post 514 and inserting support rod 104 into the post 514. A hole is then drilled through post 514 into the inserted support rod 104 and secured using a pop rivet. Flange 202 is then bolted into ground, securing support structure 100 to ground.

[0085] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, post 514 may be inserted directly into a support frame 102 without support rod 104 and a lock element 210 may exhibit the locked position such that the lock element 210 engages with a post 514, as illustrated in FIG. 7.

[0086] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the lock element 210 may exhibit an unlocked position such that the lock element 210 disengages with the post 514.

[0087] FIG. 5A illustrates a schematic view that shows alignment of the support frame 102 on the flange 202, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The support frame 102 may be supported by a bracket 502. The bracket 502 may be an upright member that facilitates to support the tube 204 along a portion of a vertical axis of the support frame 102. The bracket 502 may facilitate to hold the tube 204 in an upright straight position. Specifically, the bracket 502 may facilitate to hold the tube 204 that facilitates smooth and precise welding of the flange 202 with the tube 204.

[0088] FIG. 5B illustrates a schematic view that shows a step of forming a hole 504 on the tube 204, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The tube 204 may be held in a set up 506 that facilitates to form the hole 504 on the tube 204. Specifically, the set up 506 may stably hold the tube 204 that facilitates a drilling apparatus 508 to form the hole 504 in the wall of the tube 204.

[0089] FIG. 5C illustrates a schematic view that shows a step of applying adhesive inside the tube 204, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The adhesive may be applied by an adhesive supplying member 510. The adhesive supplying member 510 may include a nozzle 512. The nozzle 512 may be inserted inside the tube 204 that may facilitate to efficiently apply the adhesive inside the tube 204.

[0090] FIG. 5D illustrates a schematic view that shows a step of inserting the support rod 104 inside the post 514, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The support rod 104 may be inserted in the post 514. The post 514 may shroud or cover the support rod 104 to enable complete assembly of the support structure 100 and repairing the handrail.

[0091] FIG. 6 illustrates a perspective view of a hollow post handrail 600 that employs the support structure 100 of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The hollow handrail post 600 may be formed once the support structure 100 is completely assembled. The hollow handrail post 600 may further facilitate the user to serve as a supporting means when the user walks or moves around the hollow handrail post 600. The hollow handrail post 600 may be robust by virtue of implementation of the support structure 100.

[0092] Similarly, FIG. 7 illustrates a perspective view of a solid handrail post 700 that employs the support structure 100 of FIG. 2B, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The solid handrail post 700 may be formed once the support frame 102 is completely assembled. The solid handrail post 700 may further facilitate the user to serve as a supporting means when the user walks or moves around the solid handrail post 700. The solid handrail post 700 may be robust by virtue of implementation of the support frame 102.

[0093] It should be understood according to the preceding description of the present invention that the same is susceptible to changes, modifications, and adaptations and that the said changes, modifications, and adaptations fall within the scope of the appended claims.