JPS6282191A - Window structure - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION (Industrial Application Field) The present invention relates to a window structure, and more particularly to a window pane (
Here, "window pane" refers to a member that covers the window opening in the window frame so that it can be opened and closed, and is equivalent to a window glass member in the case of a general glass window). The present invention relates to a novel window structure in which the window is formed from a plate material having elasticity and is opened and closed by utilizing the elasticity of the plate material.

(Prior art) Conventional window structures include casement windows that open outward or inward using hinges, lift-down windows that form openings on the top and bottom, and sliding doors that move rails installed in the window frame. Various types of windows are known, such as push-up windows that open by swinging the sash outward.

(Problems to be Solved by the Invention) All of the above-mentioned conventional window structures are traditional and have a fairly complete structure.

However, the present invention, in contrast, provides a completely new window structure that is extremely simple in structure, extremely simple and easy to construct, and therefore extremely low in cost and easy to open and close. This is considered to be ``J-like.''

(First stage for solving the problem) In order to achieve the object L, the present invention forms the front surfaces of a pair of window frames facing each other in a curved surface shape, and also forms a part of the window frames or A part of a plate material having elasticity and flexibility is fixed to one of the other pair of opposing window frames, and when the window is in the closed position, the plate material is moved along the curved surface of the window frame. and lock it to cover the window opening,
In the open position of the window, the lock is released and the plate material is restored to its original planar shape, thereby creating a gap between it and the curved window frame.

Next, the present invention will be explained in more detail based on the drawings.

FIG. 1 is an explanatory diagram showing the principle of the window structure according to the present invention, (a) to (f) are examples of the window structure of the present invention being installed on a vertical surface, and (g) and (h) are examples of installing the window structure on a sloped surface. Example attached to (i)
, (j) shows an example where it is attached to the water surface.

In the example shown in FIG. 1(a), a pair of opposing vertical window frames 2 each having an arcuate curved surface l protruding outward from a vertical wall surface,
2 and another pair of planar window transverse frames 3, 3 facing each other are provided, and a window opening 4 is defined by these window frames.

Reference numeral 5 indicates a window pane formed from a plate material having strength and flexibility, and the upper edge of the window pane 5 is fixed to the window top frame 3 or the upper end of the window top frame. .

Another property required of this plate material is the self-supporting ability to maintain a substantially plate-like shape in a normal state, that is, in a state where no force is applied.

Preferred examples of the plate material forming the window pane 5 include:
Examples of polycarbonate multilayer plates include Polykain (trade name: manufactured by Tsutsunaka Plastic Industries Co., Ltd.), fiber reinforced plastic (FRP), and the like.

In the window structure as described in 1, in order to close the window, the back surface of the window pane 5 must be aligned with the curved front surface 1.1 of the vertical window frame 2, 2.
The window pane 5 is pulled toward the indoor side until it comes into contact with the lower end of the window pane 5, and in this state, the lower end of the window pane 5 is locked to the window lower frame 3 by appropriate means (solid line in FIG. 1(a)). On the other hand, in order to fully open the window from this state, the lower end of the window pane 5 is unlatched from the window lower frame 3, and the window pane 5 is moved from the plate material made of wood due to its elasticity. The shape is restored to the planar state (FIG. 1(a) virtual line). As a result, a gap is created between the window pane 5 and the curved window frame 2, and the window is fully opened.

When it is desired to adjust the open state (opening degree) of the window, stepless adjustment is possible by appropriately adjusting the tension toward the indoor side of the lower end of the window pane.

FIG. 1(b) shows a modified example of the window structure shown in FIG. 1(a). In this example, the window pane 5 is fixed 6 at the center of the window frame structure similar to that shown in FIG. 1(a). Therefore, in order to open and close the window, the window pane 5
The upper end and/or the lower end may be locked to or released from the window upper frame 3 and/or the window lower frame, respectively. In this example, an opening is formed above and/or below the fixing part 6 in the open position of the window.

FIG. 1(C) shows yet another modified example of FIG. 1(a), in which the curved surfaces of the vertical window frames 2', 2' have a small curvature at the upper part and extend to the lower part as shown in the figure. It is formed by a parabolic curve with a gradual curvature.

The opening and closing of the window is substantially the same as in FIG. 1(a).

Figure 1(d) shows the curved surface 1 of the vertical window frame 2'', 2''.
``, 1'' are concave, and in the closed position (solid line), the window pane 5 has a concave curved surface t'', i''
It will be in a state of contact along. On the other hand, in order to open this window structure, the curved surfaces 1'', 1 can be opened simply by releasing the lower ends of the window vanes 5 that are locked in the closed position.
” and the window pane 5 (thin L[) that hangs down in a planar manner, a gap is created between the window pane 5 (thin L [)], thereby achieving a window opening for the purpose of ventilation, etc. However, in order to form an opening more actively, As shown in the figure, the lower end of the window pane 5 may be appropriately moved upward and locked in the moved state (imaginary line).

In this state, the window pane 5 assumes a forwardly curved posture, and a larger gap is formed between the window pane 5 and the curved surfaces 1'', 1''. The open state can be adjusted by selecting the upward movement position of the lower end of the window pane 5.

FIG. 1(e) shows an example in which the window horizontal frames 3', 3' are formed in a curved shape. In this example, the window pane 5 is fixed 6 to one of the window vertical frames on one side thereof, and the other side or free side of the window pane 5 is latched to the corresponding window horizontal frame. The window can be opened or closed by opening or releasing it.

FIG. 1(f) shows a modified example of FIG. 1(e). The principle of opening and closing the window is substantially the same as that shown in FIG. 1(b).

FIG. 1(g) shows an example in which a window structure is attached to a sloped surface, and is applied to, for example, a sloped roof window.

This example is substantially the same as FIG. 1(a) except that the window frame is installed along the slope.

FIG. 1(h) has the same configuration as FIG. 1(g), but
In order to increase the gap between the window pane 5 and the curved window frame 2 in the open state, a protruding rod 7 is made to protrude from the lower window frame. Of course, by changing the length of the protruding rod 7, the open state can be adjusted.

Figure 1 (i) shows that the first
This is substantially the same as in Figure (b).

Figure 1N) shows an example in which a window is installed, for example, at the top of a roof, and is substantially the same as Figure 1(i) except that the window frames 2'' and 2'' are formed to match the shape of the roof. are essentially the same.

The window structure according to the present invention as described above can be applied not only to side window lighting and skylight lighting, but also to ventilation holes and the like. Furthermore, it can be applied not only to building windows but also to openings in structures such as cars, boats, and other vehicles.

Moreover, the window structure of the present invention can be provided on a wall surface individually or continuously.

(Function) As described above, in the present invention, a plate material having elasticity and flexibility is used as a window pane, and a curved front surface is formed on the window frame on the building side of the window pane. In the closed position of the window, when the flexibility of the plate material is used to bend the plate material along the curved surface of the window frame, the plate material comes into close contact with the window frame to configure the closed state of the window. On the other hand, in the open position of the window, by releasing the deflection of the plate material, the plate material rotates around the fixed point 6 and restores to its original flat state. In this state, the plate material extends substantially tangentially to the curved surface of the window frame, and forms a gap with the curved window frame to create an open state of the window.

(Example) FIGS. 2 to 4 show an example in which the window structure of the present invention is applied to, for example, side window lighting.

Fig. 2 is a vertical sectional view showing the structure of the upper part of the window structure according to this embodiment, Fig. 3 is a longitudinal sectional view showing the lower structure of the window structure, and Fig. 4 is taken along the line 4-4 in Fig. 3. FIG.

In the figure, numeral 10 indicates a window vertical frame, which has a curved surface 10a projecting outward on the front surface. An angle member 12 formed in a curved shape along a curved surface 10a is fixed to the window vertical frame 10.

14 is a member constituting the window upper frame, and is a fixed structure 16 of the building.
Fixed. Moreover, the workpiece 8 is a member constituting the lower frame of the window, and is similarly fixed to the fixed structure 20 of the building.

Reference numeral 22 denotes a plate material used as a window pane in this embodiment, and for example, Polykaine (trade name) manufactured by Tsutsunaka Plastink Industries Co., Ltd. is used. Polycarbonate has the elasticity, flexibility, and ability to maintain a plate-like shape in a normal state required in the present invention, and also has excellent weather resistance and heat insulation properties, and has translucency.
It is particularly suitable for use in side window lighting. Furthermore, when using this polycarbonate multilayer board, it is desirable to introduce dry air into the hollow portion and seal the ends 22a (FIGS. 2 and 3). By performing such treatment, it is possible to improve the heat insulation properties and prevent internal dew condensation.

In the illustrated embodiment, a window pane 22 made of plate material as described above is secured to the window frame 14, as shown in FIG. That is, the plate member 22 is fixed at its upper portion to the ankle member 14a that constitutes a part of the window upper frame 14 via a sealing member 24 made of neoprene rubber by appropriate means such as bolts and nuts. be done. The angle member 14a is used as a washer for a nut for fixing the plate member 22, and also serves to reinforce the upper end portion of the plate member 22. In addition, the angle material 26 similarly acts as a NAND washer, and its folded portion prevents rainwater from entering from the outside (moves). 28 is a drainage plate, and caulking 28a is applied to the part adjacent to the plate material 22. It is designed to eliminate rainwater together with the angle member 26 mentioned above.

At the lower end of the window pane 22, as shown in FIG.
are fixed to the inside and outside of the window pane 22, respectively, and each rising portion of these angle members serves to reinforce the lower end of the plate member.

Further, a drain hole 32a is formed in the U-shaped angle member 32. Reference numerals 34 and 36 indicate a neoprene rubber seal and a mohair seal, respectively, for improving the seal between the window sill 18 and the window vertical frame when the window is closed.

Reference numeral 38 indicates a known clam cleat mechanism or cam cleat mechanism used in small yachts, etc., which includes a ring member attached to the reinforcing angle member 30 at the lower end of the window pane, a rope with one end fixed to this ring member, and a cleat mechanism. Consists of the main body. After the rope passes through the cleat mechanism body, it is suspended toward the indoor side. Therefore, the lower end of the window vane 22 can be pulled in or opened from this indoor side. If the indoor hanging portion of the rope is made long, even if the window structure is installed at a high position in a building, the above operation can be performed more freely and easily than at a lower position.

In the above configuration, when the indoor rope of the cleat mechanism 38 is pulled, the lower end of the window pane 22 is pulled inward about the fixed point at the upper end of the window pane 22 .

At this time, the entire window vane 22 bends along the curved surfaces of the window frame 10 and the angle members 12, and finally the entire window vane 22 comes into close contact with the surface of the angle members 12. In this way, the actual open state shown in FIGS. 2 and 3 is achieved.

From this state, if you loosen the rope of the cleat mechanism 38,
Due to the restoring force of the material, the window pane 22 is reversed counterclockwise about the upper fixing point as a fulcrum, and forms an open state corresponding to the degree of loosening of the rope.

(Effects of the Invention) As described above, according to the present invention, compared to conventional window structures, the structure is extremely simple, the manufacturing or construction cost is low, and the operation is easy. In addition, if the curved shape of the window frame is selected appropriately, the open state of the window can be made to suit the purpose. For example, it is possible to create an open state that blocks the line of sight from the outside while providing ventilation. .

[Brief explanation of drawings]

Fig. 1 is an explanatory view showing various aspects of the window structure according to the present invention, Fig. 2 is a longitudinal sectional view of the -L section of an embodiment in which the invention is applied to side window lighting, and Fig. 3 is a longitudinal sectional view of the lower part of the same. FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view of the same.

Claims (1)

[Claims] (1) The front surfaces of a pair of opposing window frames are formed into a curved surface shape, and a part of this window frame or one of the other pair of opposing window frames has elasticity and flexibility. fixing a part of the plate material having a window, and in the closed position of the window, the plate material is locked so as to cover the window opening along the curved surface of the window frame, and in the open position of the window, the plate material is locked. A window structure characterized in that the plate material is released and restored to its original planar shape, thereby creating a gap between the plate material and the curved window frame.