Abstract:
A hand-driven receiving bracket for galvanized or steel pipe used with yard fences, gateposts, pet pens, and the like comprises a round galvanized pipe and three (3) downwardly directed triangular steel plates. The bracket is then driven into the ground such that the top of the pipe is flush with the ground surface. After driving, the receiver bracket is ready for fence posts, gateposts, and other ground style devices. A plate device that sits atop the bracket and can be driven with a large sledgehammer provides a large flat surface that is suitable for impact and spreads such impact over the entire bracket, thus preventing damage. Alternately, a sliding hammer that slides upon a tall steel pipe which connects to the top of the bracket is used to drive the bracket into the ground and comprises a twist lock mechanism that engages the bracket and spreads the impact to prevent damage. When driven flush, it also is removed and replaced with a permanent fence or gateposts.

Description:
RELATED APPLICATIONS 
     The present invention was first described in a notarized Official Record of Invention on Feb. 16, 2009, that is on file at the offices of Montgomery Patent and Design, LLC, the entire disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference. 
     FIELD OF THE INVENTION 
     The present invention relates generally to fence posts and fence post installation systems, and in particular, to a fence post installation and anchoring system for yard fences, gate posts, pet pens, and the like. 
     BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
     Posts are a common feature of many favored structural assemblies in properties through the world. Structural posts constitute integral features of structures such as fences, gateposts, pet pens, trellises, and the like. The stability and long term usefulness of such items depends heavily upon the foundation used to drive vertical members or posts used with the item. As such, the stability of the installation of such members is of critical importance and great care is taken to ensure that such posts are adequately secured. 
     A problem commonly encountered in the installation of posts such as fence posts is that any method which allows a post to be easily inserted into the ground results in unstable conditions. For example, the digging of an oversized hole means that a post will not have anything to keep it firmly upright once placed in the hole. This is solved by backfilling the hole with gravel, concrete, or the like. However, such methods can be inefficient, time consuming, labor intensive, or expensive. 
     Various attempts have been made to provide devices which aid in the installation or removal of fence posts. Examples of these attempts can be seen by reference to several U.S. patents. U.S. Pat. No. 2,998,087, issued in the name of Iddings, describes a fence post driver. The Iddings device helps a user to deliver downwards blows to thin items such as posts. 
     U.S. Pat. No. 4,803,812, issued in the name of Alexander, Sr., describes a post ground anchor and method. The Alexander device is an anchor with a threaded spike to allow a user to engage the spike with a ground surface. 
     U.S. Pat. No. 4,682,761, issued in the name of Hanneken, describes a fence post bracing system. The Hanneken system includes a plurality of posts with lower ends engaged in the ground and slidably adjustable horizontal portions connecting the lower ends which allow for the adjustable placement of the upper ends. 
     While these devices fulfill their respective, particular objectives, each of these references suffer from one (1) or more of the aforementioned disadvantages. Many such devices do not provide a simple, easy means of driving a ground anchor. Also, many such devices do not integrate ground anchors and driving means in a manner which allows the driving means to snugly and precisely engage the ground anchors. In addition, many such devices do not provide a sufficiently even, flat distribution of force during installation. Furthermore, many such devices do not aid in both the installation and removal of post anchors. Finally, many such devices do not provide an easily adjustable and reusable method for aiding in post installation. Accordingly, there exists a need for a fence post installation and anchoring system without the disadvantages as described above. The development of the present invention substantially departs from the conventional solutions and in doing so fulfills this need. 
     SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
     In view of the foregoing references, the inventor recognized the aforementioned inherent problems and observed that there is a need for a device and system which allow a user to install, anchor, remove, and adjust fence posts or similar items in a manner which is simple, easy, adjustable, secure, and adaptable. Thus, the object of the present invention is to solve the aforementioned disadvantages and provide for this need. 
     To achieve the above objectives, it is an object of the present invention to comprise an anchor device, a post receiving bracket, a driving device, and a means for a post to be installed. In a preferred embodiment, the system is fabricated of a metallic substance, such as steel, for strength with an anti-corrosion coating such as galvanizing or paint. 
     Another object of the present invention is to comprise the anchor device of a cylindrical member and a pointed edge at a distal end to assist in the driving of the anchor device. The cylindrical member provides a means which can support a post for yard fences, gate posts, and the like. In a preferred embodiment, the cylindrical member is a solid piece of steel with an outside diameter sized adequately to support the system. 
     Yet still another object of the present invention is to further comprise the anchoring device of a receiving tube with an inside diameter slightly larger than that of a post to be installed. The tube is situated directly above the cylindrical member and has an open upper portion to receive the post. The tube comprises inside and bottom walls for a round post to rest upon, utilizing frictional forces such as adhesive, fasteners, or the like to secure the post. 
     Yet still another object of the present invention is to comprise the post receiving bracket of a cylinder with adequate diameter and thickness to accommodate posts of various size, shape, and function. The bracket is integrally affixed to the anchor device and receiving tube and encircles the outside perimeter of the receiving tube. The bracket is further secured by means of a plurality of gussets spanned along the centerline of the cylindrical member. 
     In a preferred embodiment, the receiving bracket further comprises four threaded bores positioned in a rectangular array around the receiving tube. The bores receive threaded screws which are utilized to install “L” brackets. The brackets support four (4) metallic barriers which comprise four (4) inside walls oriented in a manner which would provide a box-like structure with an open upper wall to receive and support a rectangular post. 
     Yet still another object of the present invention is to further comprise the post receiving bracket of two (2) receiving apertures disposed through the thickness of the bracket and shaped to receive and releasably lock with a pair of “T”-shaped pins. The apertures provide a means for the driving device to releasably lock with the anchor device, thus providing a means for driving the anchor device into the ground. 
     Yet still another object of the present invention is to comprise the driving device of a long cylinder containing two (2) contact arms positioned relatively in the middle of the driving device. A bottom side of the driving device comprises an integral contact member shaped similar to the post receiving bracket and aligned centrally with the driving device cylinder. 
     Yet still another object of the present invention is to further comprise the contact member of a pair of integral “T”-shaped pins designed to cooperate with the post receiving bracket. A user may releasably lock the driving device and anchor device by inserting the pins into the larger portion of the apertures and rotating the driving device to slide into the smaller portion of the apertures. 
     Yet still another object of the present invention is to comprise the hammer device of a heavy metallic cylindrical tube with two (2) handles. The hammer device has a diameter proportionally larger than the driving device, enabling the driving device to be slidably received within the hammer device. The handles may be gripped by a user to move the hammer in a quick downward motion in order to come in contact with the contact arms, creating an even downward force on the driving device to urge the anchor into the ground. 
     Yet still another object of the present invention is to provide a method of utilizing the device that provides a unique means of removably attaching a fence post anchor to a driving device, easily installing a bracket by means of the anchor using an associated hammer device, easily detaching the installation portion, and subsequently securely and removably anchoring a fence post within the fence post anchor in a quick, simple, and easy manner. 
     Further objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from a consideration of the drawings and ensuing description. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       The advantages and features of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following more detailed description and claims taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like elements are identified with like symbols, and in which: 
         FIG. 1  is a perspective view of a fence post installation and anchoring system  10  with a hammer device  60  installably removed therefrom a driving device  40  which is installably removed therefrom an anchor device  20 , according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention; 
         FIG. 2  is a front view of the fence post installation and anchoring system  10  with the hammer device  60  installably removed therefrom the driving device  40  which is installably removed therefrom the anchor device  20 , according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention; 
         FIG. 3  is a side view of the fence post installation and anchoring system  10  with the hammer device  60  installably removed therefrom the driving device  40  which is installably removed therefrom the anchor device  20 , according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention; 
         FIG. 4  is a top view of the anchor device  20 , according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention; 
         FIG. 5  is a perspective view of the anchor device  20  with four (4) metallic barriers  70  releasably installed thereon a post receiving bracket  50 , according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention; 
         FIG. 6  is a bottom view of a driving device  40  illustrating the contact member  80 , according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention; 
         FIG. 7  is a perspective view of the driving device  40  installably released therefrom the anchor device  20  showing the motions of installment needed, according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention; and, 
         FIG. 8  is a front view of the fence post installation and anchoring system  10  with the motions of the hammer device  60  being illustrated, according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention. 
     
    
    
     DESCRIPTIVE KEY 
     
         
         
           
               10  fence post installation and anchoring system 
               20  anchor device 
               22  cylindrical member 
               23  pointed edge 
               25  receiving tube 
               30  large gusset 
               35  small gusset 
               40  driving device 
               45  contact arm 
               50  post receiving bracket 
               52  threaded bore 
               53  threaded screw 
               55  “L” bracket 
               57  receiving aperture 
               60  hammer device 
               65  hammer handle 
               70  metallic barrier 
               80  contact member 
               87  “T”-shaped pin 
           
         
       
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT 
     The best mode for carrying out the invention is presented in terms of its preferred embodiment, herein depicted within  FIGS. 1 through 8 . However, the invention is not limited to the described embodiment and a person skilled in the art will appreciate that many other embodiments of the invention are possible without deviating from the basic concept of the invention, and that any such work around will also fall under scope of this invention. It is envisioned that other styles and configurations of the present invention can be easily incorporated into the teachings of the present invention, and only one particular configuration shall be shown and described for purposes of clarity and disclosure and not by way of limitation of scope. 
     The terms “a” and “an” herein do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced items. 
     The present invention describes a system and method that may be utilized to install yard fences, gate posts, pet pens, tubes, and/or any other barrier type means. The fence post installation and anchoring system (herein described as the “system”)  10  comprises an anchor device  20 , a post receiving bracket  50 , a driving device  40 , and a means for a cylindrical and/or rectangular post (not pictured) to be installed. The system  10  would be preferably fabricated of a metallic substance, i.e. steel, for strength with an anti-corrosion coating such as galvanizing or paint. However, it will be appreciated that the system  10  may be fabricated of other substances such as composites and/or plastics in addition to or instead of the steel. 
     Referring now to  FIG. 1 , a perspective view of the system  10  with a hammer device  60  installably removed therefrom a driving device  40  which is installably removed therefrom an anchor device  20 , is disclosed according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention. The system  10  provides a means to remain securely driven into the ground via an anchor device  20 . The anchor device  20  comprises a cylindrical member  22  that converges into a substantially pointed edge  23  at the distal end to assist in the driving of said anchor device  20 . The distal end is envisioned to be shaped substantially like a cone with the base of the cone comprising the same diametrical size as the diameter of the shaft of the cylindrical member  22 . The cylindrical member  22  is preferably a solid piece of steel with an outside diameter that is sized adequately to support the system  10 , and yet require minimal driving force to install the anchor device  20  into the ground. In such a manner, the anchor device  20  provides a means which can support a post for yard fences, gate posts, pet pens, and/or any other barrier type means, which will simply be herein referred as “post” or “posts”. 
     Integral with the anchor device  20  is a receiving tube  25  that is envisioned to comprise an inside diameter that is slightly larger than that of the post that will be installed therein. The receiving tube  25  is envisioned to be integral with the anchor device  20  that is situated directly above the cylindrical member  22  with a centerline substantially aligned or parallel therewith the centerline of said cylindrical member  22 . The bottom surface of a bottom wall of the receiving tube  25  is envisioned to be permanently affixed thereto the top side surface of the cylindrical member  22 . The receiving tube  25  is envisioned to comprise an inside wall that is cylindrical and a bottom wall for the round posts to rest thereupon. The upper portion of the receiving tube  25  remains open to operably receive the post. The diametrical size of the inside wall of the receiving tube  25  is sized such that the post may be installed substantially snug, utilizing frictional forces to retain said post. The post is frictionally received until the lower end of said post is in contact with the upper surface of the bottom wall of the receiving tube  25  in order to fixedly support said post within said receiving tube  25 . The post can optionally be secured therein the receiving tube  25  utilizing means in combination with or instead of the frictional forces such as, but not limited to: suitable conventional adhesive, fasteners, and/or other securing means. 
     Referring now to  FIGS. 2 and 3 , various views of the system  10  with a hammer device  60  installably removed therefrom a driving device  40  which is installably removed therefrom an anchor device  20  are disclosed according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention. A post receiving bracket  50  is envisioned to be integrally affixed thereto the anchor device  20 . The post receiving bracket  50  encircles the outside perimeter edge of the receiving tube  25 . The post receiving bracket  50  is envisioned to take the form of a cylinder with an adequate diameter and thickness to accommodate posts of various size, shape, and function. The post receiving bracket  50  is envisioned to be integral with the anchor device  20  that is situated encircling the outside perimeter of the receiving tube  25  with a centerline substantially aligned or parallel therewith the centerline of said receiving tube  25 , and consequently the cylindrical member  22 . The post receiving bracket  50  is integrally affixed thereto the receiving tube  25  and further secured by means of one (1) or more gussets  30 ,  35  that are spanned radially equidistant along the centerline of the cylindrical member  22 , and consequently the receiving tube  25 . It is preferred, however not essential, that the gussets  30 ,  35  be introduced in a plurality of sizes to adequately secure the post receiving bracket  50  while still allowing the anchor device  20  to be driven in the ground with minimal effort. For example, the figures are depicted as to having two (2) differently sized gussets  30 ,  35  in which for the sake of clarity have been described as small gusset  35  and large gusset  30 . In this example, the figures depict four (4) gusset  30 ,  35   s : two (2) small gussets  35  and two (2) large gussets  30  that are spaced equidistantly radial, i.e. ninety degrees (90°) apart from one (1) another. It will be appreciated that the size of the gussets  30 ,  35 , radial spacing, and amount of the gussets  30 ,  35  used may vary without leaving the scope of the invention. The large gussets  30  are envisioned to be secured to the bottom side surface of the post receiving bracket  50 , the side surface of the receiving tube  25 , and the side surface of the cylindrical member  22 . The small gussets  35  are envisioned to be secured to the bottom side surface of the post receiving bracket  50  and the side surface of the receiving tube  25 . 
     Referring now to  FIGS. 4 and 5 , various views of the anchor device  20  are disclosed according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention. The post receiving bracket  50  comprises four (4) threaded bores  52  that are positioned in an array relatively center thereof for receiving threaded screws  53 . The threaded screws  53  are utilized to install “L” brackets  55  that may be utilized to install metallic barriers  70  for the support of a rectangular post. It is envisioned that four (4) metallic barriers  70  would be installed that will comprise four (4) inside walls oriented in a manner which would resemble a rectangle. The inside walls would be sized to be slightly larger than the outside perimeter of a rectangular post that will be installed therein. The metallic barriers  70  could optionally be installed upon successful driving of the anchor device  20  therein the ground and would be situated directly above the post receiving bracket  50 , and consequently the cylindrical member  22 . The metallic barrier  70  is envisioned installed in a manner which would provide a relatively box-like structure with an open upper wall to receive the rectangular posts. The dimensional size of the inside contact surfaces of the metallic barriers  70  is sized such that the rectangular post may be installed substantially snug, utilizing frictional forces to retain said post. Once installed, the rectangular post rests on the top surface of the post receiving bracket  50 , directly above the receiving tube  25 , and may be affixed thereto the metallic barriers  70  by means of screws  53 , fasteners, adhesives, and/or other affixing means. 
     Referring now to  FIG. 6 , a bottom view of the driving device  40  is herein disclosed according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention. The post receiving bracket  50  further comprises at least two (2) receiving apertures  57  strategically designed to accept “T”-shaped pins  87 , which will be discussed later in greater detail. The apertures  57  are disposed therethrough the thickness of the post receiving bracket  50  shaped in order to receive and releasably lock the “T”-shaped pins  87 . The apertures  57  are disposed relatively mirrored along the lateral axis of the post receiving bracket  50  oriented symmetrically. The apertures  57  are strategically sized and shaped to removably receive two (2) “T”-shaped pins  87  thereby providing a means for the driving device  40  to releasably lock therewith the anchor device  20 , and consequently provide a means for said driving device  40  to drive the anchor device into the ground  20 . 
     Referring now to  FIG. 7 , a perspective view of the driving device  40  installably released therefrom the anchor device  20  showing the motions of installment needed is disclosed, according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention. The driving device  40  takes the form of a long cylinder containing two (2) contact arms  45  which is positioned relatively in the middle in terms of length of said driving device  40 . Integrally disposed on the bottom side of the driving device  40  is a contact member  80  that is shaped similarly, if not the same, as the post receiving bracket  50 . The contact member  80  is envisioned to take the form of a cylinder with an adequate diameter and thickness to accommodate in direct correspondence the size and shape of the post receiving bracket  50 . The contact member  80  is envisioned to be integral with the driving device  40  that is situated directly above said driving device  40  with a centerline substantially aligned or parallel therewith the centerline of said contact member  80 . Integrally disposed on the bottom surface of the contact member  80  are two (2) “T”-shaped pins  87  strategically designed to cooperate with the receiving apertures  57  integrally disposed thereon the post receiving bracket  50 . The “T”-shaped pins  87  are inserted therein the larger portion of the receiving apertures  57 , and then the driving device  40  is rotated radially until said pins  87  are slid into the smaller portion of the apertures  57  thereby releasably locking said “T”-shaped pins  87 . The “T”-shaped pins  87  are disposed relatively mirrored along the lateral axis of the contact member  80  and oriented symmetrically. 
     Referring now to  FIG. 8 , a front view of the system  10  with the motions of a hammer device  60  being illustrated is disclosed, according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention. The two (2) contact arms  45  are mirrored along the longitudinal centerline of the driving device  40  to provide a contact surface for the hammer device  60  to come into contact. The hammer device  60  is envisioned to take the shape of a heavy metallic cylindrical tube with two (2) handles  65  spanning outwardly therefrom. The hammer device  60  is envisioned to be of cylindrical design with a hollow center with a thickness that would allow said hammer device  60  to be lightweight and yet effective. The driving device  40  is envisioned to be of cylindrical design with a diameter that is sized proportionally smaller than the cross-sectional shape of the inside walls of the hammer device  60  such to enable said driving device  40  to be slidably received therewithin said hammer device  60 . The driving device  40  may be temporarily, or alternatively permanently, inserted therein the hammer device  60  so as to be interconnected. The driving device  40  is sized to correspondingly be inserted therewithin the hammer device  60  such that the inside walls of said hammer device  60  uniformly abuts against the outside walls of the driving device  40 . The handles  65  integrally disposed onto the hammer device  60  may be gripped by the user to motion said hammer device  60  upwardly followed by quick motion of the hammer device  60  downwardly until the bottom side of said hammer device  60 , which is designed to be thicker at the bottom to accommodate such forces, to come into contact with the contact arms  45  of the driving device  40 . The continued downward forces created by the hammer device  60  unto the contact arms  45  transfers the forces from the driving device  40  to the contact member  80  to the post receiving bracket  50  to the cylindrical member  22 . Such downward forces urge the anchor device  20  to be driven into the ground. 
     An alternate embodiment of the present invention may comprise adapters or the like that may be utilized in conjunction with the receiving tube  25  and/or the metallic barriers  70  such that posts of various diameters or outer perimeters might be utilized with the system  10 . 
     The preferred embodiment of the present invention can be utilized by the common user in a simple and effortless manner with little or no training. After initial purchase or acquisition of the system  10 , it would be configured as indicated in  FIGS. 1 through 8 . 
     The method of utilizing the system  10  may be achieved by performing the following steps: placing the contact member  80  of the driving device  40  thereon the top side surface of the post receiving bracket  50 ; slidably engaging the “T”-shaped pins  87  therein the receiving apertures  57  by placing said “T”-shaped pins  87  therein the larger portion of said apertures  57 ; rotating the driving device  40 , and consequently the contact member  80 , such that the “T”-shaped pins  87  releasably lock therein the receiving apertures  57 ; placing the cylindrical member  22 , and consequently the driving device  40  installed thereon the anchor device  20 , on the ground such that the pointed edge  23  of said cylindrical member  22  contacts the ground; placing the hammer device  60  onto the cylindrical section of the driving device  40 ; reciprocally motioning the hammer device  60  up and down, and with each downward motion, contacting the contact arms  45  thereby applying force to the driving device  40 , and consequently the anchor device  20 ; driving the anchor device  20  into the ground via the hammer device  60 ; slidably disengaging the “T”-shaped pins  87  therefrom the receiving apertures  57  by rotating the driving device  40 , and consequently the contact member  80 , such that the “T”-shaped pins  87  lockably release therefrom the receiving apertures  57 ; threadingly engaging screws  53  or other fasteners therethrough “L” brackets  55  thereto the post receiving bracket  50  threaded bores  52 ; attaching the metallic barriers  70  via engaging said barriers  70  therewith the “L”-shaped brackets  55 ; and, inserting the cylindrical fence post therein the receiving tube  25 , if cylindrical post is being utilized, or inserting the rectangular fence post therein the metallic barriers  70 . 
     The system  10  incorporates a hand-driven anchor device  20  that incorporates a post receiving bracket  50  for the installment and anchoring of galvanized or steel pipe used with yard fences, gateposts, pet pens, and the like. The system  10  further comprises a means in which a rectangular wooded fence post could be accommodated via the metallic barriers  70 . The post receiving bracket  50  is integrally attached thereto a cylindrical member  22  and the receiving tube  25  securely, especially with utilization of the multiple gussets  30 ,  35  that are triangularly shaped steel plates to provide support and strength. The post receiving bracket  50  is then driven into the ground such that the top surface is flush with the ground surface. After driving, the post receiving bracket  50  is ready for fence posts, gateposts, and other ground style devices. The installation means is accommodated via a driving device  40  that is releasably attached thereto the post receiver bracket  50  in combination with a hammer device  60 . The post receiving bracket  50  is dimensionally sized to provide a large flat surface that is suitable for impact via the contact member  80 , and spreads such impact over the entire anchor device  20 , thus preventing damage. When the anchor device  20  is driven so that the post receiving bracket  50  is flush with the ground, the driving device  40  is simply removed and replaced with a permanent fence or gateposts. 
     A post may be mounted uprightly upon the surface of the ground by means of the system  10 . The edge  23  of the cylindrical member  22  is first forced into the ground with the post receiving bracket  50  oriented uprightly so as to provide a means for the driving device  40  to be readily locked and released upon user discretion. The driving device  40  is then installed and operated which causes the anchor device  20  to be driven downward via the use of the hammer device  60 . With some reciprocating downward motion applied by the hammer device  60  onto the contact arms  45 , the driving device  40  applies force unto the post receiving bracket  50  which in turn transfers into the cylindrical member  22  to force the anchor device  20  into the ground. This action is continued until the anchor device  20  has been driven into the ground. 
     The driving device  40  is easily installed and removed unto the anchor device  20  via a “T”-shaped pins  87  removably inserted therein receiving apertures  57 . The “T”-shaped pins  87  are inserted into the larger portion of the receiving apertures  57  and then the driving device  40  is rotated to lock said “T”-shaped pins  87  thereby engaging the driving device  40  unto the anchor device  20 . The hammer device  60  may then be utilized to drive the anchor device  20  into the ground. Two (2) gripping handles  65  are positioned on the hammer device  60  and utilized for the user to manually grasp and motion said hammer device  60  to apply reciprocated blows to the contact arms  45  which drives the driving device  40  downwardly. The hammer device  60  is slideably connected to the cylindrical portion of the driving device  40  for sliding reciprocating movement along the length of the cylindrical portion with the gripping handles  65  providing means for the manual motion apply reciprocating blows to the contact arms  45  of the driving device  40 ; the forces applied by the hammer device  60  is being transferred directly through the drive member  40  to the contact member  80  so that the contact member  80  drives the anchor device  20  downwardly into the ground. 
     The anchor device  20  is driven into a flush engagement with the surface of the ground and then the driving device  40  is uncoupled and removed from the post receiving bracket  50  leaving the anchor device  20  firmly embedded in the ground with its receiving tube  25  remaining easily accessible for cylindrical posts, or alternatively, metallic barriers  70  may be installed for rectangularly shaped posts. In either case, the receiving tube  25  and the metallic barriers  70  provides a high degree of stability for the posts. The post is inserted either into the receiving tube  25  or between the metallic barriers  70  and brought to rest upon the bottom surface of said receiving tube  25  or the top surface of the post receiving bracket  50  thereby becoming mounted uprightly and secured upon the anchor device  20  that is within the ground. The posts are envisioned to be frictionally received within the receiving tube  25  or the metallic barriers  70  and held in place via friction, adhesive, fasteners, and/or other fastening methods. 
     The post receiving bracket  50  may also be used to support square shaped rather than cylindrically shaped posts by the use of the metallic barriers  70 . These metallic barriers  70  are optionally installed via the use of “L” brackets  55  that are installed via the threaded bores  52  integrally disposed on the post receiving bracket  50 . In use, the metallic barriers  70  are installed upon the post receiving bracket  50  just after driving the anchor device  20  into the ground. 
     The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention and method of use to the precise forms disclosed. Obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the invention and its practical application, and to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated. It is understood that various omissions or substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstance may suggest or render expedient, but is intended to cover the application or implementation without departing from the spirit or scope of the claims of the present invention.