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GB2536917A
GB2536917A GB1505514.8A GB201505514A GB2536917A GB 2536917 A GB2536917 A GB 2536917A GB 201505514 A GB201505514 A GB 201505514A GB 2536917 A GB2536917 A GB 2536917A
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2/04—Walls having neither cavities between, nor in, the solid elements
    • E04B2/12—Walls having neither cavities between, nor in, the solid elements using elements having a general shape differing from that of a parallelepiped
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2/04—Walls having neither cavities between, nor in, the solid elements
    • E04B2/06—Walls having neither cavities between, nor in, the solid elements using elements having specially-designed means for stabilising the position
    • E04B2/08—Walls having neither cavities between, nor in, the solid elements using elements having specially-designed means for stabilising the position by interlocking of projections or inserts with indentations, e.g. of tongues, grooves, dovetails
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2002/0202—Details of connections
    • E04B2002/0204—Non-undercut connections, e.g. tongue and groove connections
    • E04B2002/0213—Non-undercut connections, e.g. tongue and groove connections of round shape
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2002/0202—Details of connections
    • E04B2002/0204—Non-undercut connections, e.g. tongue and groove connections
    • E04B2002/0215—Non-undercut connections, e.g. tongue and groove connections with separate protrusions
    • E04B2002/0223—Non-undercut connections, e.g. tongue and groove connections with separate protrusions of cylindrical shape
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2002/0256—Special features of building elements
    • E04B2002/0263—Building elements for making angled walls
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B2/00—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls
    • E04B2/02—Walls, e.g. partitions, for buildings; Wall construction with regard to insulation; Connections specially adapted to walls built-up from layers of building elements
    • E04B2002/0256—Special features of building elements
    • E04B2002/0265—Building elements for making arcuate walls

Abstract

The unit 30A for constructing curved walls comprises a first end 36A having a convex profile. The second end 32A may have a concave or convex profile, or may be flat. The unit may have at least one recessed region 38A along at least one side between its two ends. The convex and/or concave profile may be arcuate. The unit may have at least one protrusion 34A on its upper surface and at least one corresponding recess on its opposite surface. Also claimed is an architectural construction system comprising the units, and a wall comprising the units.

Description

A Construction System
Field of the Invention
The invention relates to a construction system, wherein the bricks are provided with convex and/or concave regions, thereby allowing them to interlock with one another.
Background to the Invention
Bricks and construction methods employing bricks are well known and have been used for centuries. However, various flaws exist in traditional bricks and construction therewith. For example, where one wishes to direct a wall around a corner, traditional systems allow one to either provide a right angled corner in the wall, progressively introduce a curve over a large length of wall or cut and position a substantially cuboid brick on an angle with respect to adjacent bricks. Therefore, the options are limited and cutting a brick accurately can be difficult and the structural strength of the wall may be decreased if the bricks are incorrectly aligned.
A further disadvantage of existing bricks is that they require the use of mortar or other adhesive layers to bind them together and create a solid structure. However, mortar and cement can be messy and is time-consuming to apply.
Summary of the Invention
Accordingly, the present invention is directed to an architectural construction unit comprising a first end having a convex profile. Additionally, the invention is directed to an architectural construction unit comprising a first end having a concave profile.
The use of convex and concave profiles allow for the construction units, or bricks, to interlock to form a wall or building that is less likely to be damaged upon impact, because unlike present systems, the bricks are linked axially, rather than simply having adjacent flat surfaces that are bonded together.
In one arrangement, a second end of the construction unit is provided with a convex or concave profile. This allows the unit to interlock at both ends to provide further strength to the wall or building.
Alternatively, a second end of the construction unit is provided with a substantially flat profile. This allows for a flat surface to be created at the end of a wall.
It is advantageous that at least one recessed region is provided at a position along at least one side of the unit between its two ends. Be having recesses in at least one side of the unit, other units with convex profiles can be accepted within the recess, thereby allowing one to interlock units that are within a section of wall, with those that form part of a second wall.
In a preferred embodiment, the convex and/or concave profile is arcuate. Whilst the convex and/or concave portion(s) may in the form of straight lines, it is preferable that they are arcuate. The units can be combined such that the convex end of one brick is received within the concave recess of another brick, which may be at an angle, that is, the bricks are non-parallel with one another. This allows the interlocking bricks to be arranged at any angle between +90° and -90° whilst one is still partially received within the other.
Advantageously, at least one protrusion is provided on the intended upper surface of the construction unit and at least one recess is provided on the opposite surface. By providing a protrusion on the top of the unit and a corresponding recess in the bottom, the bricks can be reliably and accurately aligned. The recess in the bottom may be in the form of one large recess or one or more smaller recesses that are sized and shaped to accept the corresponding protntsion(s).
The invention extends to an architectural construction system comprising at least one construction unit having a convex end profile and at least one construction unit having a concave end profile. Employing such units in architectural construction provides a quick and simple arrangement. Furthermore, it is not necessary to provide mortar, cement, glue or other adhesives, although the use of those might be desirable in some situations.
The invention further extends to a wall comprising at least one construction unit as described herein. Preferably, the wall comprises architectural construction units and adjacent units engage one another by a convex end of one being unit received in a concave recess of a second. The use of the convex and concave profiles allows one to interlock the units, or bricks, and create robust wall in an efficient manner.
By allowing the convex and concave profiles of the bricks to interlock, the bricks may be aligned at a non-parallel angle. Such an arrangement provides the ability for adjacent bricks to be arranged to avoid obstacles and to form a non-linear wall, whilst remaining engaged with one another. This allows the resulting wall to follow embankment contours and to go around corners, whilst retaining its strength and ease of construction. Adjacent units may be positioned either parallel or up to 90 degrees relative to one another, thereby allowing for a wall to be constructed quickly and securely, particularly as the system does not require cement, grouting, glue or mortar to join adjacent bricks. The interlocking nature of the units results in their remaining in position even when they are not adhered to one another.
Brief Description of the Drawings
An embodiment of the invention will now be described, by way of example only, and with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which: Figures I A to I D are drawings showing embodiments of the present invention; Figures 2A to 2D are drawings showing further embodiments of the present invention; Figures 3 and 3B are drawings showing further embodiments of the present invention; and Figure 4 is a drawing showing a wall made in accordance with the present invention.
Detailed Description of Exemplary Embodiments
Figures 1A to ID show a brick 10A to IOD each having a respective first end 12A to 12D having an arcuate, convex profile. The bricks I OA to I OD are also provided with protrusions 14A to 14D on their top surface and corresponding recesses on their undersides (not shown).
The opposite end 16A to 16D of the respective bricks 10A to 10D from the concave profile 12A to 12D is provided with either an arcuate convex profile, as shown in Figure 1A, or a flat profile as shown in Figures 1B to 1D The bricks of Figures 1B to 1D may be provided with arcuate convex profiles, if required. Likewise, the brick of Figure lA may be provided with a flat surface.
Figures 2A to 2D show a brick 20A to 20D comprising a first end 22A to 22D comprising an arcuate concave profile. The bricks 20A to 20D are also provided with protrusions 24A to 24D on their top surface and corresponding recesses on their undersides (not shown).
The opposite ends of the bricks 20A to 20D comprise a convex profile 26A and 26B, a flat surface 26C or a second concave profile 26D. The second end profiles may be varied according to the requirements.
The bricks shown in Figures lA to 1D and 2A to 2D all comprise a body section that has substantially parallel, flat-surfaced, walls between the end profiles.
Figures 3A and 3B show bricks 30A and 30B comprising a first end profile 32A and 32B in the form of an arcuate convex end. The bricks 30A and 30B are also provided with protrusions 34A and 34B on their respective upper surfaces and they have a second end profile in the form of an arcuate convex end 36A and a flat end 36B, respectively. The bricks 30A and 30B further comprise side recesses 38A and 38B, each in the form of an arcuate concave recess. The use of such a recess in the side wall of the bricks 30A and 30B provides a way to interlock convex end profiles of other bricks. This arrangement allows for two walls to intersect one another whilst retaining a strong structure.
Figure 4 shows a section of wall 40 constructed using various types of the bricks shown in Figures 1 to 3B. The wall comprises various bricks interlocking to form a final wall structure that is able to be angled and shaped to contour to an embankment (not shown). A main wall 40A is provided and a secondary wall 40B intersects that first wall 40A. The main wall 40A also comprises an angled section that allows the wall to turn 90 degrees in two stages. Additionally, a second corner of 90 degrees is shown at one end of the main wall 40A. The bricks are able to be quickly and efficiently arranged upon one another and upon a surface to construct the wall without the need for adhesive materials. The bricks can be arranged such that an angle is formed between a first brick with a concave end profile, for example 20D, and a second brick with a convex end profile 10A. The angle can be adapted according to the requirement of the particular use.
Whilst two side recess are shown in Figures 3A and 3B -one in each opposing side wall -the bricks may comprise a single side recess in just one side wall. Additionally, or alternatively, the side walls may comprise more than one recess, particularly in longer bricks wherein more than one brick may interlock at a non-parallel angle with the axis of the brick. Furthermore, the recesses may be longitudinally offset with respect to one another rather than being the same distance from the end of the brick.
The sides of the bricks may be provided with convex protrusions, rather than, or in addition to, concave recesses. This allows bricks with different profiles to connect to one another, rather than being restricted to a single brick type being able to connect with a particular brick. Therefore, for example, the bricks shown in Figures 3A and 3B may comprise one or more convex side protrusions in place of or in addition to the side recesses 38A and 38B.
The bricks may have different sizes from those shown in the Figures depending upon the required use. For example, the brick shown in Figures lA may be longer or shorter and the bricks of Figures 1D and 2D may be longer.
The bricks that are provided with recesses in their sides may have two flat ends to allow them to form an end of a wall Clearly, the size of the bricks may vary according to the required use and they may be used in commercial or domestic applications.
The bricks may be manufactured from concrete, clay or similar materials.
One or more features of one embodiment of the present invention may be used in combination with, or as an alternative to, one or more features of another embodiment of the present invention.

Claims (10)

  1. Claims 1. An architectural construction unit comprising a first end having a convex profile.
  2. 2. An architectural construction unit comprising a first end having a concave profile.
  3. 3. An architectural construction unit according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein a second end of the construction unit is provided with a convex or concave profile.
  4. 4. An architectural construction unit according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein a second end of the construction unit is provided with a substantially flat profile.
  5. 5. An architectural construction unit according to any preceding claim, wherein at least one recessed region is provided at a position along at least one side of the unit between its two ends.
  6. 6. An architectural construction unit according to any preceding claim, wherein the convex and/or concave profile is arcuate.
  7. 7. An architectural construction unit according to any preceding claim, wherein at least one protrusion is provided on the intended upper surface of the construction unit and at least one recess is provided on the opposite surface.
  8. 8. An architectural construction system comprising at least one construction unit according to claim 1 and at least one construction unit according to claim 2.
  9. 9. A wall comprising at least one construction unit according to claim 1 and at least one construction unit according to claim 2.
  10. 10. A wall comprising architectural construction units wherein adjacent units engage one another by a convex end of one being received in a concave recess.Amendment to Claims have been filed as follows Claims 1. A wall comprising a plurality of rows of construction units aligned on top of one another, each row comprising at least two types of construction unit, wherein: the first type of construction unit comprises a brick of a first length, the brick having profiles at each of its ends that are the same; and the second type of construction unit comprises a brick of a second length, the brick having profiles at each of its ends that are the same; wherein the second type of construction unit is longer than the first and wherein the end profiles of one type of the construction units are convex and the end profiles of the other type of the construction units are concave, wherein both the first and second type of construction units interlock to form the face of the wall and wherein at least one construction unit of the first or second type comprises a (r) recessed region at a position along its side and between its two ends, wherein the recessed region receives a convex end profile of a construction unit.O2. A wall according to claim 1, wherein at least one of the second type of C\I construction units in a first row is arranged such that it is positioned on top of, or below, a first type of construction unit in a second row and the second type of construction unit of the first row spans the first type of construction unit and is in contact with construction units either side of, and interlocking with, the first type of construction unit in the second row.3. A wall according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the majority of the wall comprises a combination of first and second type of construction units.4. A wall according to any preceding claim, wherein at least some of the first and second types of construction units comprise substantially parallel side walls.5. A wall according to any preceding claim, wherein the construction units are provided with at least one protrusion on the upper surface of the construction unit and at least one recess is provided on the lower surface of the construction unit.6. An architectural construction unit according to any preceding claim, wherein the convex and/or concave profile is arcuate.TO
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