EP2754828A2 - Intermediate element for connecting two assemblies mounted on a door leaf assembly - Google Patents

Abstract

The intermediate element (20,40) has two opposite outer sides facing away from each other. The outer sides are adapted to be fastened at an associated portion. The associated part is adapted to be fastened at a movable or fixed portion of a wing system. An intermediate section having a section is adapted to couple the two portions with each other electrically and data technically. An independent claim is included for a method for mounting the intermediate element.

Description

The invention relates to an intermediate element for connecting two assemblies mounted on a gullwing system and an arrangement comprising the assemblies and the intermediate element.

Gullwing systems usually include a door frame, in which one or more rotatably arranged door leaves are accommodated. By means of door actuators, the door leaves can be moved. Door actuators are, for example, door closers, power door closers or door drives. These door operators are attached either to the wall, to the frame or to the door leaf. For example, if the door operator is on the frame or on the wall, the force is transmitted to the door leaf via a linkage. If the door actuators are located on the door leaf, the force is transmitted to the frame or wall via the rod. For the linkage, there are usually two variants. In the first variant, a scissors linkage can be used. In the second variant, a rod is combined with a slide rail. In the slide a connected to the rod slider is guided linearly movable. Furthermore, so-called sensor strips are used on known gullwing systems. These sensor bars, for example, monitor the opening area of the door leaf or detect an approaching object, in order then to control the door operator.

In multi-wing door systems, in particular more of the sensor strips are used. Furthermore, several door actuators and / or multiple slide rails can be used in these multi-leaf systems become. It is also possible to optimize the space and obtain a visually appealing design to integrate the sensor strips in the door operator or in the slide rails. These components, namely the door actuators, the slide rails and the sensor strips are hereinafter referred to generally as "assemblies". These modules must be connected to each other for power supply and / or transmission of data.

It is an object of the present invention to provide an intermediate element for connecting two modules mounted on a gullwing system, wherein the intermediate element is to ensure a secure and visually appealing current and / or data-carrying connection between the two modules with cost-effective production and simple assembly.

The object is achieved by the features of the independent claim. The dependent claims have preferred developments of the invention the subject.

Thus, the object is achieved by an intermediate element, which is designed for connecting two mounted on a gullwing assemblies. The intermediate element comprises a continuous channel. This channel is closed to the outside, so that the interior of the channel for the user of the gullwing system is not visible. In the channel current and / or data-carrying connections between the two modules can be arranged. These connections can be cables routed through the channel from one assembly to the other assembly. Additionally or alternatively, it is provided to use the channel for an optical data transmission. For example, without the use of special optical fibers or cables, light signals can pass directly through the Channel to be sent. According to the invention, the channel ends at its two ends in each case into an end piece. So the channel goes into these end pieces. The two end pieces are each formed for attachment to one of the two modules. The intermediate element according to the invention is firmly connected to both modules and allows through its channel a simple power and / or data-carrying connection between the two modules. By using the two end pieces on the one hand, a simple mounting to the modules is possible, on the other hand results for the user of the gullwing a uniform and visually appealing image, since no exposed cables are visible.

The channel in the intermediate element preferably runs in a straight line over its entire length. As a result, a visually appealing image is given, and it is also an optical data transmission possible.

Furthermore, it is preferably provided that a middle section of the intermediate element has a first cross-sectional area between the two end pieces. The end pieces have a second cross-sectional area at their ends facing the assemblies. In each case, the largest cross-sectional areas are defined here, defined by the outer circumference of the middle section or of the end pieces. The first cross-sectional area is preferably smaller than the second cross-sectional area. The intermediate element is therefore relatively narrow and small in its middle section and corresponds in size substantially to the diameter of the channel. Towards the ends, the middle section, including the channel, merges into the two end pieces. The second cross-sectional areas of the end pieces substantially correspond to the cross-sectional areas of the adjacent assemblies, so that the two end pieces pass visually appealing into the adjacent assemblies. In particular, it is envisaged the first cross-sectional area is at least 15%, particularly preferably at least 20%, smaller than the second cross-sectional areas. If the two modules are designed, for example, as two sensor strips and the associated door operator has a scissors linkage, a fixed connection point of the scissors linkage between the two sensor strips must be provided. Due to the fact that the intermediate element is relatively small in the middle section, a possible space is created between the two end pieces for connecting the scissors linkage.

The intermediate element is preferably formed in two or more parts. For this purpose, the intermediate element is composed at least of a first part and a second part. The two parts are preferably pushed into each other and are thereby positively connected to each other. Each part includes one of the end pieces. The nested components of the first and second parts in particular represent the channel in the middle section of the intermediate element.

In order to allow flexible mounting, it is preferably provided that the final length of the channel and thus the distance between the two end pieces is adjustable. This is especially possible when the two parts are pushed together. For this purpose, it is preferable that the two parts are inserted into each other to different degrees and are accordingly locked against each other at different positions.

Furthermore, it is preferably provided that first ribs are formed on the outer circumference of the first part and second ribs on the inner circumference of the second part. When nesting the two parts engage the first and second ribs form fit into each other and thus ensure a firm connection of the two parts.

Furthermore, it is preferably provided that the two end pieces are each formed for positive and / or non-positive connection with the adjacent module. In particular, in each case at least one extension is formed in the end pieces. This extension can be positively inserted into the adjacent module. For this purpose, the adjacent module preferably has a corresponding profile. Additionally or alternatively to this extension, a screw connection is provided in order to screw the respective end piece to the adjacent assembly.

The intermediate element or the two parts, of which the intermediate element is composed, preferably consist of a plastic injection-molded part.

The invention further includes an arrangement for a gullwing system. This arrangement comprises at least one of the intermediate elements just described and two assemblies mounted on the gullwing assembly. These assemblies are sensor strips for controlling a door operator and / or door operator and / or slide rails. It is preferably provided that sensor strips are integrated in the door operator or in the slide rails. It is also possible that the assemblies connected by the intermediate element are different, so can be connected to the intermediate element, for example, a sensor bar with a slide or a sensor bar with a door operator. The subclaims and advantageous embodiments presented in the context of the intermediate element according to the invention accordingly find advantageous application for the arrangement according to the invention.

In particular, it is provided for the arrangement that the end pieces are plugged onto the modules and / or plugged into the modules. As already described, the end pieces can have extensions which are inserted into the assemblies. In addition or as an alternative to the extensions, the end pieces can have shells, these shells being pushed over the adjacent assemblies.

Furthermore, it is preferably provided that at least one cable connecting the modules is guided through the channel and / or that the channel is used as an optical connection between the modules.

Figur 1

eine erfindungsgemäße Anordnung mit einem erfindungsgemäßen Zwischenelement gemäß einem Ausführungsbeispiel,

Figur 2

das erfindungsgemäße Zwischenelement gemäß dem Ausführungsbeispiel,

Figur 3

eine Explosionsansicht des erfindungsgemäßen Zwischenelements gemäß dem Ausführungsbeispiel,

Figur 4

ein Detail des erfindungsgemäßen Zwischenelements gemäß dem Ausführungsbeispiel,

Figur 5, 6

zwei Ansichten eines Endstücks des erfindungsgemäßen Zwischenelements gemäß dem Ausführungsbeispiel, und

Figur 7

eine Baugruppe der erfindungsgemäßen Anordnung gemäß dem Ausführungsbeispiel.

The invention will now be described with reference to an embodiment. Showing:

FIG. 1

an inventive arrangement with an intermediate element according to the invention according to an embodiment,

FIG. 2

the intermediate element according to the invention according to the embodiment,

FIG. 3

an exploded view of the intermediate element according to the invention according to the embodiment,

FIG. 4

a detail of the intermediate element according to the invention according to the embodiment,

FIG. 5, 6

two views of an end piece of the intermediate element according to the invention according to the embodiment, and

FIG. 7

an assembly of the inventive arrangement according to the embodiment.

The following is based on the FIGS. 1 to 7 an arrangement 1 with an intermediate element 2 explained in more detail.

The assembly 1 comprises two assemblies 3. These two assemblies 3 are arranged in alignment with each other and spaced from each other. Between the two modules 3, the intermediate element 2 is arranged. The intermediate element 2 is connected directly to both modules 3.

The arrangement 1 is mounted on a gullwing, for example on the frame or on the door leaves. In particular, it is provided that the two assemblies 3 each represent a sensor bar, wherein the assembly 1 is mounted on the frame and in each case a sensor bar monitors the opening area of a door leaf.

The intermediate element 2 has a middle section 4. The central portion 4 merges at its ends in each case an end piece 5. The end pieces 5 stuck in and on the facing ends of the two modules 3. The outer ends of the assemblies 3 are each closed by an end cap 6.

FIG. 2 shows the intermediate element 2 in detail.

Through the central portion 4 extends a straight and continuous channel 11 (s. FIG. 3 ). Both the central portion 4 and the channel 11 go over at both ends in each case one of the end pieces 5.

The structure of an end piece 5 will be described below. However, both end pieces 5 have the same structure.

The end piece 5 comprises a wall 7. This wall 7 is substantially perpendicular, with a deviation of ± 15 °, to the longitudinal direction of the channel 11 and the middle section 4. The wall 7 merges into a shell 8 of the end piece 5. Within the Shell 8 is a free space formed. The channel 11 opens into this free space. Furthermore, an extension 9 extends into this free space, enclosed by the shell 8.

As will be described in detail, the extension 9 is inserted into the adjacent assembly 3. The shell 8 encloses the adjacent assembly 3, so that the end pieces 5 are attached to the shells 8 on the modules 3. In the fully pushed or plugged state, the tail 5 is at a first stop 10 on the module 3.

Furthermore, a Verschraubungsausnehmung 12 is provided in the end piece 5. About this Verschraubungsausnehmung 12, the end piece 5 and thus the intermediate element 2 can be screwed to the assembly 3 by means of a screw 13.

FIG. 3 shows the intermediate element 2 in an exploded view. Good to see here is that the intermediate element 2 from a first part 14th and a second part 15 is composed. The two parts 14, 15 are each formed as plastic injection molded parts.

FIG. 4 shows in detail the central portion 4 forming constituents of the first and second parts 14, 15. The first part 14 has on its outer periphery first ribs 16. The second part 15 has second ribs 17 on its inner circumference. When inserting the first part 14 in the second part 15, the first and second ribs 16, 17 come into engagement with each other, so that a positive connection between the two parts 14, 15 is formed. The first part 14 can be pushed so far into the second part 15 until the second part 15 is present at a second stop 18.

FIGS. 5 and 6 show in two different views the exact formation of the two parts 14, 15. Shown is the second part 15. With the exception of the arrangement of the first and second ribs 16, 17, however, the two parts 14, 15 are identical.

The wall 7 of the end piece 5 can be divided into two sections. In the first section of the wall 7, the channel 11 opens. In the second section of the wall 7 of the extension 9 is formed. The Verschraubungsausnehmung 12 extends through the extension. 9

According to FIG. 6 the shell 8 has the first stop 10. Upon complete connection of the end piece 5 with the assembly 3, this first stop 10 is in contact with the assembly 3.

Furthermore, the shell 8 has a covering portion 19. This cover portion 19 covers in the assembled state a part of the assembly. 3

In the extension 9 of the Verschraubungsausnehmung 12 recesses 20 are provided laterally. These serve, for example, to optimize the geometry for the injection molding process.

Furthermore, the extension 9 has ribs 21 on both sides of the screwing recess 12. These serve for a positive connection with the assembly 3.

The FIGS. 5 and 6 show that the intermediate element 2 in the region of the central portion 4 has a substantially smaller cross section than in the region of the end pieces 5. This creates between the two end pieces 5 a space that can be used for example for connecting a scissors linkage.

FIG. 7 shows one of the two modules 3. Shown is a hollow profile into which, for example, the electronics for a sensor strip can be integrated. This hollow profile has a receptacle 22 with two grooves 23. In this receptacle 22, the extension 9 is inserted with its ribs 21, so that the ribs 21 stuck form-fitting manner in the grooves 23.

Furthermore, in FIG. 7 marked with the dashed line a coverage area 25. This overlap area 25 is within the cover 19 of the shell. 8

For an aesthetically pleasing design, the end pieces 5 are designed similar to the end caps 6, so that both the end pieces 5 and the end caps 6 cover the assemblies 3 at their ends and complete visually appealing.

FIG. 7 further shows a mounting surface 24 of the assembly 3. With this mounting surface 24, the assembly 3 is applied, for example, to the frame of the gullwing unit. Furthermore, in the assembled state, the first stop 10 abuts against the edge of this mounting surface 24.

In the channel 11, which extends continuously from the one end piece 5 through the middle section 4 to the other end piece 5, cables can be laid between the two assemblies 3 and / or the channel 11 can be used for the transmission of optical signals.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

arrangement

2

intermediate element

3

assemblies

4

midsection

5

Tails

6

endcaps

7

wall

8th

Bowl

9

extension

10

first stop

11

channel

12

Verschraubungsausnehmung

13

screw

14

first part

15

second part

16

first ribs

17

second ribs

18

second stop

19

coverage

20

recess

21

ribs

22

admission

23

groove

24

mounting surface

25

Coverage area

Claims (11)

Intermediate element (2) for connecting two modules (3) mounted on a gullwing system, comprising a continuous, outwardly closed channel (11) for a current and / or data-carrying connection between the two assemblies (3), - Wherein the channel (11) merges at its two ends in each case into an end piece (5), and wherein the end pieces (5) are each formed for attachment to one of the two assemblies (3). Intermediate element according to claim 1, characterized in that the channel (11) extends in a straight line over its entire length. Intermediate element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a central portion (4) of the intermediate element (2) between the two end pieces (6) has a first Querschnittsfiäche, and that the end pieces (6) at their the assemblies (3) facing ends a second cross-sectional area, wherein the first cross-sectional area, preferably by at least 15%, more preferably at least 20%, smaller than the second cross-sectional area. Intermediate element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the intermediate element (2) is composed of at least a first part (14) and a second part (15), wherein the two parts (14, 15) are pushed into each other, and wherein each Part (14, 15) each comprise one of the end pieces (6). Intermediate element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that for adjusting a length of the channel (11), the two parts (14, 15) are pushed into each other to different degrees and are accordingly locked against each other at different positions. Intermediate element according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that on the outer circumference of the first part (14) first ribs (16) and on the inner periphery of the second part (15) second ribs (17) are formed, wherein in the telescoping of the two parts (14 , 15) the first and second ribs (16, 17) engage in one another in a form-fitting manner. Intermediate element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the two end pieces (5) are each designed for positive and / or non-positive connection with the adjacent assembly (3). Intermediate element according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the intermediate element (2) is made as a plastic injection molded part. Arrangement (1) for a swing door system comprising an intermediate element (2) according to one of the preceding claims, and two assemblies (3) mounted on the door leaf system, the assemblies (3) - Sensor strips for driving a door operator, and / or - Door operator, preferably with integrated sensor strips, and / or - Slide rails, preferably with integrated sensor strips are. Arrangement according to claim 9, characterized in that the end pieces (5) are mounted on the assemblies (3) and / or inserted into the assemblies (3). Arrangement according to one of claims 9 or 10, characterized in that at least one of the modules (3) connecting cable is guided through the channel (11), and / or that the channel (11) used as an optical connection path between the modules (3) becomes.

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