TECHNICAL FIELD

The present disclosure generally relates to the field of embed devices, and, more particularly, to an apparatus for embedding graphic elements into a surface.

BACKGROUND

Composite materials have long been used for the construction of roads and walkways. One example of this is concrete, which is a composite material including a cement binder and various aggregates. Such concrete is a prolific building material and, in some cases, may be used in aesthetic designs. The concrete may further include reinforcing materials, such as rebar, to improve durability. Before concrete hardens, the concrete is held in a slurry, which may feature properties similar to fluid, which may be difficult to work with. Placement of design elements in concrete is difficult due to the fluid nature of the liquid concrete. Therefore, it would be advantageous to provide a system and method that cures the shortcomings described above.

SUMMARY

An apparatus is disclosed in accordance with one or more illustrative embodiments of the present disclosure. In one illustrative embodiment, the apparatus includes a graphical element. In another illustrative embodiment, the apparatus includes a plurality of frames, where each of the plurality of frames includes an upper frame portion, a lower frame portion, and a plurality of truss members. In another illustrative embodiment, the plurality of truss members are disposed between and attach the lower frame portion to the upper frame portion. In another illustrative embodiment, the graphical element is attached to each of the plurality of frames. In another illustrative embodiment, the apparatus includes a plurality of struts disposed between and connecting the plurality of frames.

