JPH02500760A - architectural system - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

[Detailed description of the invention] The present invention is useful for building systems such as greenhouses, sun lounges, garages etc. Not only for external building structures for long-term use, but also for warehouses and green spaces. Other structures such as houses and long-term use (same as expected in houses) (in the sense of having a long service life) is not so important. , relating to architectural systems such as indoor structures, such as architectural teaching materials.

Known external structures of the above type are generally not very attractive in appearance and It is not suitable for additions or renovations. For example, a greenhouse with a metal frame structure is a typical It has a fitting recess, that is, a groove, and each end is joined by a joint. It consists of longitudinal frame members that form a frame. This frame may include a glass plate or other A transparent plate is fitted, and an elastic wire clip is attached to the edge of the glass plate. at a desired location behind the flange formed on the frame member; The glass plate is held by spring engagement. However, in such a system Although it can withstand strong winds, it is not particularly sturdy overall and is not intended for long-term use. The structure is not suitable for purposes such as greenhouses or sun lounges. like this The structure also cannot be easily double glazed or double skinned.

The object of the invention is to overcome the drawbacks of known constructions and to enable easy assembly even by non-skilled workers. The aim is to provide a modular complete building system that can be erected. Also, the known structure The aim is to provide a building system that is much more suitable for long-term use. Ru.

The modular complete building system according to the invention comprises at least one longitudinally extending A slender frame member provided with a concave portion and the two or more frame members are joined at their respective ends. and an elongated portion for retaining the panel member to the frame. The edge area of the panel members is held in a recess in each elongated frame member along its length. It is now possible to do so.

In such systems, the panel members are located not in selected locations, but in the edge area. Because it is held along its length, the resulting structure is compatible with known structures or systems. In comparison, the overall strength and stiffness is increased, which makes the system of the present invention , long-term use structures, greenhouses, indoor structures and long-term use are especially It is also suitable for other non-critical uses.

In the building system according to the present invention, the frame member may have a regular cross section. This creates four recesses extending in the longitudinal direction of the approximately L-shaped cross section. strength and In order to increase the rigidity, it is preferable that the main body of the frame member has a structure extending inwardly from each end. An axial channel that defines a longitudinal channel extending from one end to the other. A frame member is provided with a central cavity and a portion having a longitudinal formation with an L-shaped cross section. It is preferable to This allows the frame member to have a U-shaped cross-section longitudinal channel or The recesses form separately formed approximately L-shaped cross-sectional angular recesses (co The slender frame member containing the recess) is straight in the longitudinal direction. It may be curved or curved, and may be any suitable material that provides the necessary strength, weight, and corrosion resistance. consisting of a material such as extruded aluminum or aluminum and one or more alloying components It may also be made from an alloy.

The coupling means has two or more arms extending from the main body. The frame is adapted to connect with the end region of the elongate frame member or It is preferable that the The arms are located in the axial central cavity of the elongated frame member (where these exist). friction, locking action, threading, etc. It is preferable that the device be detachably held by a device. The arm is attached to each body part. For example, four arms may be provided in the same plane at right angles. , or four arms arranged at right angles to each other in two mutually perpendicular planes. or two arms at 180 degrees, or four arms in a cross shape. Then tilt the fifth (middle) arm to the angle formed by the cross point and extend it. can do. The arm may be separated from the body part by, for example, screws or other retaining means. It may be removably fixed or may be integrally formed with the main body portion.

Panel members suitable for use in the building system of the present invention may be transparent or semi-transparent. It can be transparent or opaque, and when assembled, Just as structures have strength and rigidity, they must have at least some degree of rigidity. preferable. The panel member holding means seals the end area of the panel member and the frame member. The panel member retaining means preferably engages with the edge portion of the panel member. An elastic bead with a longitudinal groove for inserting and holding into the recess of the elongated frame member. It may consist of C. The retaining means may further be retained on the elongated frame member. and a presser member that cooperates with the frame member to hold the elastic bead in a predetermined position. have. In one embodiment, the retainer member snaps or frictionally engages the frame member. The panel members are engageable and formed from materials with sufficient strength. holds the frame in place, i.e. withstands windy conditions, but does not snap onto the frame member. and at least some degree of resiliency for frictional engagement or frictional retention. Snap A longitudinal groove is formed on the side of the recess of the frame member for the purpose of engagement. A protrusion or protrusion formed on the holding member can be fitted into this groove. another or another In one method, the holding member is fixed to the frame member by other means of attachment, namely screws. and, if necessary, the presser foot or bead member may be fitted with another, e.g. decorative Alternatively, it may be fixed above the original presser member. Attach multiple holding members to each corner. It is possible to join two or more of the above members at a certain angle by making a diagonal joint at a certain angle. preferable.

The building system according to the present invention further includes a foundation member for supporting the frame member on the ground. You may also have For external use, the foundation members are made of concrete, for example. It is preferable to fix it in a predetermined position on a pedestal or screed.

When using the building system according to the invention, a relatively small number of modular parts can be used. Many unusual structures can be assembled from can be easily changed or expanded, and can be used for long periods of time. It can be a structure of

Embodiments of the invention will now be described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 shows a cross-section of an elongated frame member with the edges of the panel member held in place; figure, FIG. 2 is a plan view of a connecting portion for connecting four elongated frame members to each other; 3 is a perspective view of the joint shown in FIG. 2, FIG. 4 is an inverted side view of another joint, FIG. 5 is an exploded side elevational view of a joint of a different shape to the joint shown in FIG. 2; FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing the joint shown in FIG. 5 in an undisassembled state; FIG. 7 shows one particular structure that can be constructed with the modular complete building system of the present invention. It is a diagram showing the framework of an object.

In FIG. 1, the elongated frame member 11 is shown in cross section, and has a normal cross shape. Longitudinal channels formed separately with a U-shaped channel 13 extending in the longitudinal direction sandwiched therebetween Four L-section recesses 12 (only two are specified to avoid complications) extending in the direction have. This member is made of extruded aluminum and has a central , with a longitudinally extending cavity 14. The two recesses not indicated are Edges of transparent panel members 15 each held in grooves of foam rubber bead material 16 It accommodates minutes.

The bead is an aluminum holding member 1 that includes a longitudinal protrusion or protrusion 18. 7 holds it in place. The protrusion 18 is located above the edge of the wall of the recess. , for example along the dotted lines shown, the web 19 forming the wall of the cavity 14 is threaded. Or other fastening means may be used to secure it. Alternatively, the inwardly facing flange 2 The holding member 17 may be provided with a protrusion that snaps into place after 0. Another push The holding member 21 may be placed over the holding member 1°7, but this is optional. similar Then insert another panel into the other two recesses, for example for double glazing. You may enter.

FIG. 2 shows an example of a connecting part for connecting the four elongated frame members shown in FIG. 1. shows. The connection is made by attaching the arms 22 (only two shown) in place by means of screws 23. It consists of a body portion 21 which is held in place. The arm is true as shown by the solid line. It may be straight or curved as shown by the dotted line 24; is for receiving the curved elongated frame member. Straight frame member end 25 is fixed to the arm 22 by a headless screw 26.

Figure 3 shows all four arms attached to the joint shown in Figure 2. FIG. The holes for the screws 23 and the screw tags for the headless screws 26 are 27, respectively. and 28.

FIG. 4 is an inverted view of another joint. The dependent arm 29 is arranged vertically. four frame members relative to the vertical frame members. They may also be arranged at right angles to each other in planes inclined at an angle.

Figure 5 shows a joint that can connect up to six frame members shown in Figure 1 at each end. FIG. 6 is an exploded side elevational view showing another embodiment of the invention, and FIG. FIG. The joint has the same normal shape as shown in FIG. It is constituted by a section 51, on whose face the end of the U-shaped channel 13 of the frame member is attached. A protrusion 52 is formed for positioning within the section. Also, in the middle of each side, Joint pin 54 having a frustoconical portion 55 that rests into an annular shoulder 56 A screw tag 53 for inserting is provided.

In use, insert one or more joint pins through the threaded holes as needed. By screwing into the main body part and covering the end of the frame member over the joint pin 54, The same end portion is securely fixed by the convex portion 52. Frame headless screws or other retention means Screw it through the screw hole (not shown) in the member and attach it to the annular shoulder 56 of the joint bin. The frame member is then engaged with the same shoulder portion to hold the frame member.

Figure 7 shows a three-dimensional framework with a reentering rear wall and a curved roof. A method of joining a straight frame member 30 and a curved frame member 31 to form a The frame space may be occupied by panel members. This illustrated fruit In the embodiment, the coupling portion 32 is O-shaped and includes an arm and a radially extending longitudinal The roof panels are made of flexible material and are It corresponds to the root curve.

IG 1 FIG 5 FIG 6 FIG 7 Translation submission band for amendment (Article 184-7, Paragraph 1 of the Patent Act) February 15, 1999 Yoshi, Commissioner of the Patent Office 1) Takeshi Moon 1. Indication of international application PCT/GB87100572 2 Name of the invention architectural system 3 Patent applicant Address: United Kingdom, P.L.81 H.T., Plymouth Newton, Fuera Men Brand Lawn Vine (no street address) Name: Dunhill, John Vernon Nationality: United Kingdom 4 agents Address: 2-1-2 Hiranocho, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541, Sawanotsuru Building, February 1988 1 day 6 List of attached documents Scope of claims 1. an elongate frame member with at least one longitudinally extending recess; A method for forming a frame by joining more of the elongated frame members at their respective ends. coupling means and elongated means for retaining the panel member to said frame; The panel members are held in recesses in each of the elongated frame members along the length of the frame. It is also a modular complete building system.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the frame member has a normal cross-shaped cross section.

3. The frame member has an axial direction extending through the entire length of the main body at the center of the main body. a cavity, and a formation having an L-shaped cross section, so that each frame member has a cavity L-shaped in cross section. A corner recess extending in the longitudinal direction of the U-shaped cross section A claim in which the shaped cross-sections are formed separately with a channel extending in the longitudinal direction of the shaped cross section therebetween. The system described in 1.

4. The coupling means comprises a body portion, the body portion being connected to an end region of the elongated frame member. said body part for connection to or within said end region. Any one of claims 1 to 3 having two or more arms extending from the system described in.

5. The system according to claim 4, wherein the arm is detachably fixed to the main body portion. stem.

6. The arm may be removably retained within an axial cavity in the center of the frame member. The system according to claim 4 or 5.

7. The panel member holding means holds the frame member and the panel portion in a sealed state. 7. A system according to any preceding claim, wherein the engagement is with an end region of the material.

8. The panel member holding means has a longitudinal section for receiving an end of the panel member. 8. The system of claim 7, further comprising a resilient member forming a groove extending in a direction.

9. The panel member holding means has a presser member that can be held on the frame member, and the presser member is 9. The system of claim 8, wherein the resilient bead is held in place in cooperation with a retaining member. Tem.

10. Claim in which the presser member can be held on the frame member by snap engagement. 9. The system described in 9.

11. The bead member as a decoration is attached to the panel member holding means. 11. The system of claim 10, wherein the system obtains:

Request for submission of translation of written amendment (Article 184-8 of the Patent Law) February 15, 1999 Yoshi, Commissioner of the Patent Office 1) Takeshi Moon 1. Indication of international application PCT/GB87100572 2 Name of the invention bell construction system 3 Patent applicant Address: United Kingdom, P.L.81 H.T., Plymouth Newton, Fuera Men Brand Lawn Vine (no street address) Name: Dunhill, John Vernon Nationality: United Kingdom 4 agents Address: 2-1-2 Hirano-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541, Sawanotsuru Building August 1988 9th day The scope of the claims 1. an elongated frame member having at least one longitudinally extending recess; and two or A method for forming a frame by joining more of the elongated frame members at their respective ends. coupling means and elongated means for retaining the panel member to said frame; The panel members are held in recesses in each of the elongated frame members along the length of the frame. a modular complete building system, wherein the coupling means comprises a body portion; The portion is for connection to or within the end region of said elongate frame member. removably fixed to said body portion and extending from said body portion for connection within said body portion; An architectural system characterized in that it has two or more arms that extend.

2. The system according to claim 1, wherein the frame member has a normal cross-shaped cross section.

3. The frame member has an axial direction extending through the entire length of the main body at the center of the main body. a cavity, and a formation having an L-shaped cross section, so that each frame member has a cavity L-shaped in cross section. A corner recess extending in the longitudinal direction of the U-shaped cross section A claim in which the shaped cross-sections are formed separately with a channel extending in the longitudinal direction of the shaped cross section therebetween. The system described in 1.

4. The arm may be removably retained within an axial cavity in the center of the frame member. 4. The system of claim 3.

5. The panel member holding means holds the frame member and the panel portion in a sealed state. 5. A system according to any preceding claim, wherein the engagement is with an end region of the material.

6. The panel member holding means has a longitudinal section for receiving an end of the panel member. 6. The system of claim 5, comprising a resilient bead forming a groove extending in the direction.

7. The panel member holding means has a presser member that can be held on the frame member, and the presser member is 7. The system of claim 6, wherein said resilient bead is held in place in cooperation with a retaining member. Tem.

8. Claim 7, wherein the presser member is capable of being held on the frame member by snap-fitting. The system described.

9. The bead member as a decoration may be attached to the panel member holding means. A system according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

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Claims (10)

[Claims] 1. an elongate frame member with at least one longitudinally extending recess; A method for forming a frame by joining more of the elongated frame members at their respective ends. coupling means and elongated means for retaining the panel member to said frame; The panel members are held in recesses in each of the elongated frame members along substantially their lengths. It is also a modular building system. 2. 2. The system of claim 1, wherein the frame member has a conventional cruciform cross section. 3. The frame member has an axial direction extending through the entire length of the body portion at the center of the body portion. a cavity, and a formation having an L-shaped cross section, so that each frame member has an approximately L-shaped cross-section. A corner recess extending in the longitudinal direction of the U-shaped cross section A claim in which the shaped cross-sections are formed separately with a channel extending in the longitudinal direction of the shaped cross section therebetween. The system described in 1. 4. The coupling means includes a body portion, the body portion being connected to an end region of the elongate frame member. said body part for connection to or within said end region. Any one of claims 1 to 3 having two or more arms extending from the system described in. 5. The arm may be removably retained within an axial cavity in the center of the frame member. 5. A system according to claim 4 as dependent on claim 3. 6. The panel member holding means holds the frame member and the panel portion in a sealed state. 6. A system according to any preceding claim, wherein the engagement is with an end region of the material. 7. The panel member holding means has a longitudinal section for receiving an end of the panel member. 7. The system of claim 6, further comprising a resilient bead forming a groove extending in the direction. 8. The panel member holding means has a presser member that can be held on the frame member, and the presser member has a presser member that can be held on the frame member. 8. The system of claim 7, wherein the resilient bead is held in place in cooperation with a retaining member. Tem. 9. 9. The hold-down member is capable of being retained on the frame member by a snap fit. The system described. 10. The bead member as a decoration is attached to the panel member holding means. 10. A system according to any one of claims 1 to 9 for obtaining.