US20140150362A1 - Building panels and method of forming building panels - Google Patents
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- This invention relates generally to materials for constructing buildings and structures and more specifically to building panels and roof panels used to form walls, roofs, or other parts of a building or structure.
- Buildings have historically been constructed of brick, cement block, wood frame and stucco or, more recently, steel frame and stucco.
- the material and techniques used in constructing buildings is evolving in an effort to reduce cost, increase energy efficiency, reduce the amount of wood usage in buildings, and to reduce material waste.
- Cement block and brick construction requires a large amount of manpower to create a building, which raises the cost of the building.
- Wood has long been a staple material in building construction, but recently there is a desire to preserve forest resources. Wood is inherently more susceptible to damage from inclement weather, moisture, mold, fire, and insect infestation. Also, when wood is used to create a building there can be a large amount of waste. This is because standard sized boards are sent to the construction site, which must be cut and assembled at the building site into a building. The labor involved in cutting lumber to size results in high labor costs and a large amount of lumber wasted from boards cut to size.
- cement block, brick, and wood frame and stucco construction do not provide the high level of energy efficiency that can be obtained from newer materials.
- Foam blocks have become a popular alternative and are environmentally sustainable as compared to traditional wood, cement block, and brick construction materials.
- Foam block systems are lightweight, can be molded or formed into any needed shape, result in a thermally efficient building construction, and require less skilled manpower to form into a building structure.
- Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a resistance to moisture, mold, fire and insect damage.
- the foam blocks are constructed using materials which are recyclable and renewable, provide good insulating qualities, and are often themselves made from recycled materials.
- construction blocks can also be made from other environmentally friendly materials such as straw, wood fibers, paper, and glass, for example.
- foam block One problem with some of the new building materials such as foam block is that the structural strength of a building element that is made with foam blocks may not be as high as when wood, brick or cement block are used to form the building element. This can be particularly important in areas where buildings are required to withstand high winds or earthquakes. There is a need for a building panel system which minimizes construction time, uses environmentally friendly materials, and results in a building with high structural strength and structural integrity.
- the roof of a building or structure is of particular importance to the energy consumption of the complete building.
- the energy efficiency of the whole building can be maximized.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of structure 110 according to the invention.
- FIG. 2 shows structure 110 of FIG. 1 with the outer finish layers removed, showing that structure 110 is formed of building panels 112 , 212 , and 312 according to the invention.
- FIG. 3 is a perspective view of one embodiment of composite building panel 112 according to the invention.
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of core 158 of building panel 112 of FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 5 is a perspective view of one embodiment of insulating structural block 140 that can be a part of core 158 according to the invention, which is part of building panel 112 according to the invention of FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 6 is a perspective view of another embodiment of insulating structural block 140 having interlocking features 150 .
- This embodiment of insulating structural block 140 is a part of core 158 of FIG. 4 , which is part of building panel 112 according to the invention of FIG. 3 .
- FIG. 7 is a top view of two interlocked insulating structural blocks 140 of building panel 112 of FIG. 3 , with insulating structural blocks 140 having interlocking features 150 .
- FIG. 8 shows a perspective view of core 158 with coating 160 according to the invention applied, creating building panel 112 of building panel structure 110 according to the invention.
- FIG. 9 shows horizontal cross-section 7 - 7 of building panel 112 of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 10 shows vertical cross-section 8 - 8 of building panel 112 of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 11 shows a close-up cross-section of one embodiment of coating 160 according to the invention taken at section 9 of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 12 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment of coating 160 according to the invention taken at section 9 of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 13 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment of coating 160 according to the invention taken at section 9 of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 14 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment of coating 160 according to the invention taken at section 9 of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 15 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment of coating 160 according to the invention taken at section 9 of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 16 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment of coating 160 according to the invention taken at section 9 of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 17 shows a close-up cross-section of an embodiment of coating 560 according to the invention that can be used on building panel 112 of FIG. 10 instead of coating 160 .
- FIG. 18 shows a cross section of an embodiment of inner scratch layer 562 according to the invention, where second scratch layer B 563 has crests 572 and valleys 574 .
- FIG. 19 shows scratch layer 562 of FIG. 18 after the wet scratch layer 562 coating mixture material has slumped and settled, which results in the rounding off of crests 572 and valleys 574 into more curvilinear shapes as shown in FIG. 19 , and showing the height H, half-width W H , and period P of crests 572 .
- FIG. 20 shows a cross-section of an embodiment of coating 560 according to the invention, where main brown layer 566 has been applied over inner scratch layer 562 of FIG. 19 .
- FIG. 21 shows a cross section of an embodiment of coating 560 according to the invention, where main brown layer 566 has been applied over scratch layer 562 of FIG. 19 , and fiberglass mesh 770 has been embedded in main brown layer 566 while main brown layer 566 is still wet.
- FIG. 22 shows how coatings 160 or 560 can be made separate from core 158 such that coatings 160 or 560 form construction board 710 according to the invention.
- FIG. 23 shows a side view cross-section of construction board 710 of FIG. 22 .
- FIG. 24 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of building panel structure 810 , with roof 825 formed using a plurality of roof panels 812 according to the invention.
- FIG. 25 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention, where roof panel 812 includes core 858 and coating 860 covering a portion of core 858 .
- Core 858 in this embodiment includes insulating structural block 140 .
- FIG. 26 shows a perspective view of another embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention, where roof panel 812 includes core 858 and coating 860 covering a portion of core 858 .
- Core 858 in this embodiment includes insulating structural block 140 and frame 830 .
- FIG. 27 shows a perspective view of another embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention, where roof panel 812 includes core 858 and coating 860 covering a portion of core 858 .
- surface 814 of coating 860 is shaped to look like roof shake tiles.
- FIG. 28 shows a perspective view of a further embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention, where roof panel 812 includes core 858 and coating 860 covering a portion of core 858 .
- surface 814 of coating 860 is shaped to look like roof shake tiles.
- FIG. 29 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention, with an embodiment of roof tile 820 according to the invention applied to surface 814 of roof panel 812 .
- FIG. 30 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention, where cored 858 and coating 860 are shaped to look like roof Spanish tiles.
- FIG. 31 shows a side view cross-section of roof panel 812 of FIG. 28 .
- FIG. 32 shows a side view cross-section of roof panel 812 of FIG. 30
- FIG. 33 through FIG. 38 show close-up cross-sections of embodiments of coating 860 according to the invention taken at section 809 of FIG. 31 .
- FIG. 39 shows an exploded perspective view of an embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention and an embodiment of roof tile 820 according to the invention, where roof tile 820 is coupled to surface 814 of roof panel 812 .
- FIG. 40 shows an exploded perspective view of another embodiment of roof panel 812 according to the invention and an embodiment of roof tile 820 according to the invention, where roof tile 820 is coupled to surface 814 of roof panel 812
- FIG. 41 shows a top view of roof tile 820 according to the invention of FIG. 39 and FIG. 40 .
- FIG. 42 shows a side view cross-section of roof tile 820 of FIG. 39 and FIG. 40 .
- FIG. 43 through FIG. 48 show close-up cross-sections of roof tile 820 according to the invention taken at section 819 of FIG. 42 .
- FIG. 49 shows a perspective view of a further embodiment of roof panel 812 , where roof panel 812 includes fluid channels 822 .
- FIG. 50 shows a side view cross section of an embodiment of building panel 812 of FIG. 49 .
- FIG. 51 shows an embodiment of building panel 812 and roof tile 820 where roof tile 820 includes fluid channels 822 .
- FIG. 52 shows another embodiment of building panel 812 and roof tile 820 where roof tile 820 includes fluid channels 822 .
- FIG. 53 shows a further embodiment of building panel 812 and roof tile 820 where roof tile 820 includes fluid channels 822 .
- FIG. 54 shows a side view cross section of another embodiment of building panel 812 of FIG. 49 .
- FIG. 55 shows a side view cross section of another embodiment of building panel 812 of FIG. 49 .
- FIG. 56 shows a side view cross section of another embodiment of building panel 812 of FIG. 49 .
- FIG. 57 shows a perspective view of roof panel 812 of FIG. 26 being coupled to roof structural member 817 with bolts 875 .
- FIG. 58 shows a side view of screed frame 933 being applied to roof panel 812 of FIG. 57 .
- FIG. 59 shows a side view of wet coating 860 mixture 865 being applied to roof panel 812 in screed frame 933 of FIG. 58 .
- FIG. 60 shows wet coating mixture 865 of FIG. 59 being smoothed with trowel 935 using screed frame 933 as a height reference.
- FIG. 61 shows wet coating mixture 865 of FIG. 59 continuing to be smoothed with trowel 935 using screed frame 933 as a height reference.
- FIG. 62 shows screed frame 933 being removed from building panel 812 of FIG. 61 after wet coating 860 mixture 865 ( 866 ?) is trowelled smooth.
- FIG. 63 shows method 2000 of forming a roof according to the invention.
- FIG. 64 shows an embodiment of building panel core 258 .
- FIG. 65 shows an embodiment of building panel 212 , which includes core 258
- FIG. 66 shows an embodiment of building panel 312 .
- FIG. 67 shows building panel 312 and vertical columns 132 .
- FIG. 68 shows an embodiment of building panel 1112
- FIG. 69 shows an embodiment of building panel 1212 .
- FIG. 70 shows an embodiment of building panel 1312 .
- FIG. 71 shows an embodiment of building panel 1412 .
- FIG. 72 shows an embodiment of building panel 1512 .
- FIG. 73 shows an embodiment of building panel 1612 .
- FIG. 74 shows an embodiment of building panel 1712 .
- FIG. 75 shows an embodiment of building panel 1812 .
- FIG. 76 shows an embodiment of building panel 1912 .
- FIG. 77 illustrates method 2100 of retrofitting an outer surface of an existing wall structure of a building.
- FIG. 78 illustrates method 2200 of forming a building panel.
- embodiments of the present invention relate to materials for constructing buildings and structures and more specifically to building panels and roof panels used to form walls, roofs, or other parts of a building or structure.
- EPS foam blocks are a popular material, but other materials such as straw, plastic, and recycled elements are also being used to create these insulating structural blocks. These new building materials use less wood, decrease construction waste, often use recycled materials, and create a building which is more energy efficient than standard wood frame and plaster construction buildings. Insulating structural blocks such as EPS foam blocks are often lightweight and can be molded or shaped easily to create any desired shape.
- building panels for use in forming walls, structures, bridges, or any other constructed structure.
- building panels specifically designed for use in constructing the roof of buildings or other structures. Building roofs are particularly important to the safety, fire protection, and energy efficiency of a building.
- FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of a structure 110 according to the invention.
- Structure 110 in this embodiment is house 110 .
- Structure 110 is formed of a plurality of building panels 112 , 212 , and 312 (not all building panels are labeled), as can be seen in FIG. 2 .
- FIG. 2 shows structure 110 of FIG. 1 , with its outer finish coatings removed so that building panels 112 , 212 , and 312 can be seen.
- Building panels 112 , 212 and 312 form the walls of structure 110 in this embodiment.
- Building panels 112 , 212 , and 312 have cutouts in them to form windows 45 and door 35 .
- Roof 25 can also be formed of embodiments of building panels 112 , 212 , or 312 , or roof panel 812 , as discussed later in this document.
- Building panels 112 , 212 , or 312 are coupled to foundation 190 to form a stable structure 110 .
- Building panels 112 , 212 , or 312 are different embodiments of building panels according to the invention and can be interchanged or used in different situations as needed. Building panels 112 are described below, and building panels 212 , 312 , and 812 are described later in this document. It is to be understood that building panels 112 , 212 , 312 , and 812 can be used interchangeably according to the desire of the builder and the needs of the structure.
- FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of one embodiment of building panel 112 according to the invention.
- a building panel means a panel or element which is used in constructing a form, structure, building, or edifice.
- a building panel according to the invention can take many different forms.
- FIG. 3 shows one embodiment of a building panel according to the invention as building panel 112 .
- Building panel 112 is shown including core 158 and coating 160 covering a portion of core 158 .
- Building panel 112 is used to form walls, floors, ceilings, beams, or other elements used in creating a structure, edifice, or building.
- Building panel 112 (also referred to as composite building panel 112 or just panel 112 ) is shown in FIG. 3 as having a rectangular shape for use as a wall of structure 110 of FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 , or a block fence structure, for example. Building panel 112 can be formed in any size and shape according to the needs of the structure 110 to be built. In some embodiments building panel 112 is square, or rectangular or round, or oval, oblong or elongated. Building panel 112 can be curved, or part curved and part rectangular. Building panel 112 can take any shape. Building panel 112 takes a shape according to the shape of the structure 110 to be built.
- Core 158 forms the basic shape, and coating 160 covers a portion of core 158 to add strength to building panel 112 , to form an impermeable layer on a portion of core 158 , and/or to provide an aesthetically pleasing surface for exterior finishing.
- Building panel 112 has first surface 114 which includes coating 160 in this embodiment, and second surface 116 which in this embodiment also includes coating 160 .
- Coating 160 as well as other coating embodiments that can be used as a part of building panel 112 , will be discussed in detail shortly.
- FIG. 4 is a perspective view of core 158 of building panel 112 of FIG. 3 .
- Building panel 112 in this embodiment is formed of core 158 and coating 160 , where coating 160 covers a portion of core 158 .
- Core 158 and coating 160 can take many different forms.
- Core 158 in this embodiment has front surface 124 , rear surface 126 , and multiple sides 180 (two of four sides 180 shown) as shown in FIG. 4 .
- Coating 160 according to the invention covers a portion of core 158 .
- coating 160 covers both front surface 124 and rear surface 126 of core 158 .
- Coating 160 can cover any portion of core 158 .
- Core 158 is formed in this embodiment of frame 130 and at least one insulating structural block 140 , as shown in FIG. 4 through FIG. 7 .
- core 158 includes more than one insulating structural block 140 . In some embodiments core 158 includes one insulating structural block 140 . In some embodiments core 158 includes one or more than one insulating structural block 140 . In some embodiments core 158 includes only one or more than one insulating structural block 140 , with no frame 130 . In some embodiments core 158 includes other elements in addition to or instead of frame 130 or insulating structural blocks 140 , such as electrical wires, water pipes, other utilities or elements needing to be sent through or within structure 110 .
- FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an insulating structural block 140 that can be used in composite building panel 112 according to the invention.
- FIG. 6 is a perspective view of another insulating structural block 140 that can be used in composite building panel 112 according to the invention.
- insulating structural block 140 includes interlock elements 150 .
- Interlock elements 150 are used to interlock multiple insulating structural blocks 140 to each other and to interlock insulating structural blocks 140 to frame 130 .
- FIG. 7 is a top view of two interlocked insulating structural blocks 140 of building panel 112 of FIG. 3 , with interlocking features 150 which interlock insulating structural blocks 140 and frame 130 as detailed in FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 .
- core 158 is made solely of insulating structural blocks 140 .
- core 158 is made of insulating structural blocks 140 and frame 130 , as shown in FIG. 4 and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 .
- core 158 is made of other elements besides insulating structural blocks 140 and frame 130 .
- Core 158 can be formed of any material or materials that provide the necessary building-shaped elements and that accepts coating 160 to create building panel 112 according to the invention.
- Core 158 can be formed of wood, metal, recycled materials, straw, concrete blocks, plastic, or any other material or combination of materials.
- Insulating structural blocks 140 are also referred to in this document as simply “blocks” 140 .
- Frame 130 in this embodiment creates the skeletal structure for the walls, floors, ceiling, beams, or other building elements that are needed to form a structure using building panel 112 .
- Frame 130 in the embodiment shown in FIG. 4 includes vertical members 132 and horizontal members 134 .
- frame 130 is formed of galvanized steel.
- Frame 130 according to the invention can be made of other structural material such as wood, aluminum, other metals, plastic, recycled material, etc.
- frame 130 is formed from 4′′ ⁇ 4′′ ⁇ 3/16′′ galvanized steel box tubing.
- Horizontal members 134 and vertical members 132 are coupled in a manner which holds the members together solidly. In some embodiments mechanical attachments such as bolts are used. In some embodiments the members of frame 130 are welded together.
- frame 130 connects together at angles other than horizontal and vertical. Diagonal frame members are used in some embodiments of frame 130 . In some embodiments frame 130 includes metal straps running diagonally. It is to be understood that frame 130 according to the invention can take many different shapes and sizes according to the specifics of the structure to be built. Frame 130 can be formed of many different materials according to the structural strength needed by the structure to be built.
- Frame 130 in this embodiment is embedded in insulating structural blocks 140 .
- Frame 130 being embedded in blocks 140 means that the majority of frame 130 is encased in blocks 140 , with a minimum of surface area of frame 130 not covered by blocks 140 .
- Embedded is meant to mean “encase” or “cover a majority of the surface of”.
- Frame 130 is embedded in insulating structural blocks 140 by cutting blocks 140 into shapes that will encircle and couple to frame 130 . Having frame 130 embedded in insulating structural blocks 140 provides several advantages for building panel 112 .
- Frame 130 being embedded in blocks 140 provides structural strength to core 158 and yet leaves most of the outer surface of core 158 as a surface of blocks 140 , so that the outer surface of core 158 can be easily shaped and covered with coating 160 .
- coating 160 covers surfaces of insulating structural blocks 140 instead of frame 130 .
- This allows core 158 and building panel 112 to be shaped for aesthetically pleasing shapes, and provides the outer surface as a surface of insulating structural blocks 140 , which accepts and retains coating 160 for strength and exterior finishing.
- frame 130 is embedded in blocks 140
- frame 130 is not embedded in blocks 140 , meaning that significant portions of frame 130 are on the exterior surface of core 158 .
- Insulating structural blocks 140 have several purposes, including defining the shape of the building panel 112 being created, providing insulating properties, and providing a surface for applying coating 160 or other coatings or layers. Coating 160 or other coatings are applied to the outer surface of core 158 .
- the outer surface of core 158 is formed mostly of surfaces or insulating structural blocks 140 , since frame 130 is embedded in insulating structural blocks 140 .
- Insulating structural blocks 140 in core 158 of FIG. 4 are used to enclose frame 130 elements and to form the desired shape of the structure to be built with building panel 112 .
- Some embodiments of insulating structural blocks 140 according to the invention are shown in FIG. 5 , FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 . Blocks 140 are often formed to interlock with each other and with frame 130 as shown in FIG.
- insulating structural blocks 140 are made of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam, creating an EPS foam insulating structural block 140 .
- EPS foam blocks provide high energy efficiency and are lightweight.
- EPS foam can be created from recycled materials and can itself be recycled.
- Another desirable feature of EPS foam block 140 is that it can be easily molded or cut into any desired shape.
- FIG. 6 and FIG. 7 shows EPS foam insulating structural blocks 140 that have been cut to include interlock elements 150 , where interlock elements 150 in this embodiment include tongue 152 and groove 154 .
- Blocks 140 can be made into any shape, size, and structure according to the structure being built using building panel 112 .
- insulating structural blocks 140 are 4′ ⁇ 8′ ⁇ 6′′ EPS foam insulating structural blocks, which have interlocking elements 150 cut into them so that they interlock with themselves and with frame 130 to create core 158 as shown in FIG. 4 .
- one pound density EPS foam is used for blocks 140 but any suitable material and density can be used which provides suitable structural characteristics.
- Blocks 140 are connected to each other and to concrete in this embodiment using a polymer-based acrylic adhesive 156 such as Primus® sold by Dryvit Systems Inc. (Dryvit). Blocks 140 are coupled to metal or wood in this embodiment using a water-based acrylic copolymer adhesive such as Adhesive for EPS (ADEPS) from Dryvit.
- insulating structural blocks 140 and frame 130 are coupled to other members and to each other using different adhesives, glues, mechanical attachments, or other suitable coupling means.
- insulating structural block 140 is made of EPS foam.
- Insulating structural block 140 according to the invention can be made of other materials, including but not limited to straw, wood, plastic, paper, concrete, or recycled materials.
- insulating structural block 140 is cut to shape from the rectangular EPS foam blocks 140 as shown in FIG. 5 to create the shaped insulating structural blocks 140 as shown in FIG. 6 .
- Cutouts and interlocking elements are cut from blocks 140 to create a block 140 shape that will enclose frame 130 , interlock with other blocks 140 and frame 130 , receive coating 160 , and provide a surface of the desired shape for the structure to be built.
- Blocks 140 according to the invention can be molded to shape or formed to the correct size and shape using methods such as slicing, melting, or other block-shaping methods.
- Block 140 can be formed to any size and shape needed to create the structure being formed, such as walls, floors, roofs, ceilings, beams, fences, bridges, edifices, offices, etc.
- Blocks 140 and frame 130 can be formed into any size and shape to create core 158 and building panel 112 in any size and shape to form the desired structure.
- Openings and passageways for utilities, air flow, or other types of access openings through building panel 112 can be easily cut into core 158 as desired. Openings for windows 45 and doors 35 are also formed in core 158 .
- core 158 includes structures, elements, layers, or materials that create a building panel 112 according to the invention with the ability to provide specific types of protection.
- core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide protection from penetration such as from flying objects, projectiles such as bullets, or other items that could cause harm.
- core 158 encapsulates structures, layers, materials, or elements that block or slow down projectiles or other flying objects.
- core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in core 158 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 that block or slow down projectiles. These projectile-resistant elements can provide protection to inhabitants in dangerous areas from projectiles or from flying objects caused by extreme weather or accidents, for example.
- the protective layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, polymer, plastic, acrylic, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or other materials, or other forms.
- core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide sound attenuation or blockage.
- core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated by core 158 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 , that block or attenuate sound.
- These sound-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, machinery, vehicles, or other loud noise-generators.
- These sound-deadening layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, polymer, plastic, acrylic, or other materials, or other forms.
- the sound-deadening materials form anechoic devices or layers.
- core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide radiation attenuation or blockage.
- core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated by core 158 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 that block or attenuate radiation.
- the radiation blocked or attenuated can take many forms, including electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic pulses, radio frequency radiation, optical radiation, x-rays, nuclear radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of radiation. These radiation-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, electromagnetic pulses, or acts of God.
- radiation-shielding layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, one or more layers of lead, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms.
- the radiation-deadening materials form an element that reflects certain types of radiation.
- the radiation-deadening materials form an element that absorbs certain types of radiation.
- the radiation-deadening materials form an element that provides electromagnetic shielding.
- core 158 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding.
- core 158 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide chemical attenuation or blockage.
- core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated by core 158 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 that block or attenuate one or more specific chemicals.
- the chemicals blocked or attenuated can take many forms, natural or man-made.
- the chemical attenuating or blocking elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, or acts of God.
- These layers can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms.
- the chemical-blocking materials form an element that absorbs certain types of chemicals.
- Coating 160 covers a portion of core 158 to create building panel 112 of composite building panel structure 110 according to the invention as shown in FIG. 1 through FIG. 3 and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 .
- Coating 160 creates an outer surface on building panel 112 that is ready to accept exterior or interior finishing as desired and also contributes to the strength of building panel 112 .
- FIG. 8 shows a perspective view of core 158 with coating 160 applied, creating a portion of building panel structure 110 of FIG. 1 that includes building panel 112 according to the invention.
- FIG. 9 shows horizontal cross section 7 - 7 of building panel 112 of FIG. 8 .
- FIG. 10 shows vertical cross section 8 - 8 of building panel 112 of FIG. 8 .
- Coating 160 can take many different forms.
- FIG. 11 through FIG. 16 show close-up cross-sections of embodiments of coating 160 according to the invention, taken at section 9 of FIG. 10 .
- FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 show a cross-sections of coating 560 according to the invention that can be used on building panel 112 according to the invention in place of coating 160 , or in addition to coating 160 .
- Core 158 according to the invention has a portion covered by a coating.
- This document provides examples of the different coatings according to the invention that can be used to coat core 158 .
- Embodiments of coating 160 and coating 560 according to the invention are described in this document. It is to be understood that these coatings may be used interchangeably. It is to be understood that these coatings as described are examples only and many other embodiments of coating 160 and coating 560 can be formed according to the invention.
- Coating 160 of FIG. 3 and FIG. 8 through FIG. 16 covers a portion of core 158 .
- Coating 160 in the embodiments shown covers a portion of insulating structural blocks 140 of core 158 .
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of insulating structural blocks 140 of core 158 for many different reasons.
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of core 158 to add strength to core 158 .
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of core 158 to provide an aesthetically pleasing surface finish.
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of core 158 to provide a surface for accepting finish treatments such as paint, stucco, or other exterior finish treatments.
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of core 158 to create a layer of material which protects core 158 from weather, moisture, and other deteriorating elements.
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of core 158 to provide projectile or impact protection to building panel 112 .
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of core 158 to provide protection from penetration of building panel 112 .
- Penetration protection can include resistance to penetration by flying or moving objects created by wind, weather, war, natural, or man-caused events. For example, strong winds can cause items as simple as straw or wood pieces to penetrate building walls.
- Coating 160 can provide protection from this type of penetration. In addition, it is often desirable to protect a building from penetration by projectiles such as bullets.
- Coating 160 can include projectile protection layers that resist penetration and/or impact.
- Coating 160 can cover a portion of core 158 to provide protection and/or shielding from various forms of radiation, including electromagnetic radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of signals or radiation that travel through the atmosphere and that can be damaging to inhabitants of a building or structure.
- Coating 160 can include radiation blocking layers that minimize or eliminate the transfer of radiation through building panel 112 .
- Coating 160 can also provide sound attenuating characteristics to building panel 112 .
- coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding.
- coating 160 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures.
- coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic radiation shielding or attenuation.
- coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic pulse shielding.
- coating 160 covers exterior surfaces of structure 110 . In some embodiments coating 160 covers interior surfaces of structure 110 . In some embodiments coating 160 covers front or back surfaces of core 158 . In some embodiments coating 160 covers edge surfaces of core 158 . Coating 160 can cover any surface of core 158 or a portion of any surface of core 158 . In the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 through FIG. 16 , coating 160 covers front surface 124 of core 158 to create first surface 114 of building panel 112 . In the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 through FIG. 16 , coating 160 covers rear surface 126 of core 158 to create second surface 116 of building panel 112 . In this way building panel 112 includes core 158 and coating 160 covering at least a portion of core 158 . In this way building panel 112 includes core 158 and coating 160 covering at least a portion of front surface 124 or rear surface 126 of core 158 .
- FIG. 11 through FIG. 16 show cross-sections of embodiments of coating 160 according to the invention.
- coating 160 forms a cementitious membrane which provides structural strength to building panel 112 as well as providing a layer impervious to water and weather, and a layer that is ready to accept final exterior or interior finishes such as paint, stucco, or other finishes.
- coating 160 is a single layer of a cementitious mixture.
- Cement as is used in this document typically refers to Portland cement or other cementitious binder material such as what is used to form concrete.
- coating 160 includes cement and acrylic bonder.
- Acrylic bonder as used in this document refers to a synthetic thermoplastic resin, binder, or bonder that is often formed of an acrylic polymer. Acrylic bonder helps the cementitious mixture adhere well to the EPS foam insulating structural block, as well as binding together the materials in coating 160 .
- coating 160 includes aggregate. Aggregate adds strength to coating 160 and helps coating 160 provide concrete-type characteristics including strength and resistance to penetration.
- the aggregate can be many different materials. Varying the aggregate material allows the tuning of the characteristics of coating 160 .
- An aggregate of vermiculite, perlite, or other thermal filter material allows coating 160 to have high thermal resistance. In some embodiments other materials which give coating 160 high thermal resistance are used in coating 160 .
- An aggregate of ceramic makes coating 160 reflect heat and sunlight, helping building panel 112 to resist heat absorption. In some embodiments other materials which give coating 160 high thermal reflectance are used in coating 160 .
- Other types of aggregate can be used to add strength and other characteristics to coating 160 . In some embodiments other materials which give coating 160 high thermal emittance are used in coating 160 .
- coating 160 will tend to emit any heat that it absorbs, which contributes to keeping coating 160 and building panel 112 cool.
- coating 160 is formed of a plaster mixture.
- coating 160 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture.
- coating 160 includes cement and ceramic. In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate is or includes the ceramic material. In some embodiments coating 160 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments coating 160 is a non-cementitious mixture that includes ceramic. In some embodiments coating 160 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. Ceramic included in coating 160 provides a layer that reflects heat and sunlight from coating 160 , which allows coating 160 and building panel 112 to remain cool.
- coating 160 includes strands of reinforcing material. Strands of reinforcing material increase the strength and resistance to breaking and cracking of coating 160 .
- the strands of reinforcing material are fiberglass strands.
- the strands of reinforcing material are cotton strands.
- the strands of reinforcing material are metal or plastic strands.
- the strands of reinforcing material are wood or other fibrous material strands.
- the strands of reinforcing material can be any material that either makes coating 160 have a stronger flex or shear strength, and/or keep coating 160 from cracking.
- coating 160 includes a mesh of a material.
- the mesh can be for many different purposes.
- coating 160 includes a reinforcing mesh structure. The reinforcing mesh structure adds strength and resistance to cracking to coating 160 .
- coating 160 includes a fiberglass mesh.
- coating 160 includes a cotton mesh. Fiberglass and cotton, as well as other plastic or Kevlar meshes, for example, provide structural reinforcement to coating 160 .
- coating 160 includes a metal mesh.
- a metal mesh can provide radiation shielding characteristics to coating 160 .
- a metal mesh can provide electromagnetic attenuation properties to coating 160 .
- a metal mesh can also be connected to electronic processors, electrical conductors, and powered electronics to provide active electronic processing properties to coating 160 .
- coating 160 can be made to carry electricity and be a part of an electronic processing structure. This can be useful for many different reasons, such as electronically sensing the characteristics of a building panel 112 , for heating or cooling building panel 112 , for improving the electrical attenuation or amplification properties of building panel 112 , for distribution of energy throughout building panel 112 , or any other electronic processing capabilities. Coating 160 can include many types of mesh materials for different purposes.
- coating 160 includes thermal filters for increasing the thermal efficiency of coating 160 , which helps building panel 112 to resist heat transfer.
- coating 160 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure.
- coating 160 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- coating 160 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead.
- coating 160 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- coating 160 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures.
- coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding.
- coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- coating 160 includes an electromagnetic shield material.
- coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide protection from penetration such as from flying objects or projectiles. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that prevent projectiles from piercing coating 160 . These elements, structures, or materials are called projectile-resistant materials and they prevent bullets or other projectiles from penetrating coating 160 . In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are a mesh such as a fiberglass or Kevlar mesh. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are a lead or steel or other metal material. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are the aggregate, such as when lead or steel nodules are used as the aggregate in the mixture, for example but not by way of limitation.
- projectile-resistant materials are other structures or materials that prevent penetration from a projectile. These impact-protective elements can provide protection to inhabitants in dangerous areas from projectiles or from flying objects caused by extreme weather or accidents, for example.
- the protective projectile-resistant materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, polymer, plastic, acrylic, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or other materials, or other forms.
- coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide sound attenuation or blockage.
- Sound attenuation materials work as sound-deadening elements that can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, machinery, vehicles, or other loud noise-generators.
- These sound-deadening or sound attenuation materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, polymer, plastic, acrylic, or other materials, or other forms.
- the sound-deadening materials form anechoic devices or layers.
- coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide radiation attenuation or blockage.
- the radiation blocked or attenuated can take many forms, including electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic pulses, radio frequency radiation, optical radiation, x-rays, nuclear radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of radiation.
- These radiation attenuation materials can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, electromagnetic pulses, or acts of God.
- These radiation-shielding layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, one or more layers of lead, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms.
- the radiation attenuation materials form an element that reflects certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation attenuation materials form an element that absorbs certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation attenuation materials form an element that provides electromagnetic shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide chemical attenuation or blockage.
- the chemicals blocked or attenuated can take many forms, natural or man-made. These chemical attenuating or blocking materials can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, or acts of God.
- These layers can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms.
- the chemical-blocking materials form an element that absorbs certain types of chemicals.
- coating 160 is formed of inner scratch layer 162 (also called scratch layer 162 ) and outer main brown layer 166 (also called main brown layer 166 ).
- inner scratch layer 162 contributes to the structural strength of coating 160 , forming an interface between building panel core 158 and outer main brown layer 166 .
- a scratch layer is also a layer that adheres well to core 158 and provides a base for further layers, such as outer main brown layer 166 , to adhere to.
- Scratch layer 162 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers.
- scratch layer 162 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 is formed of a non-cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. Ceramic included in inner scratch layer 162 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of building panel core 158 .
- Scratch layer 162 can include any of the elements structures, or materials discussed earlier with respect to the elements and materials that can be included in coating 160 .
- scratch layer 162 includes a fiberglass mesh.
- scratch layer 162 includes thermal filters for fire resistance.
- scratch layer 162 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure.
- scratch layer 162 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- inner scratch layer 162 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead.
- scratch layer 162 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- scratch layer 162 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures.
- scratch layer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In the embodiment of coating 160 shown in FIG. 12 through FIG. 16 , scratch layer 162 is a cementitious mixture. Scratch layer 162 can be any type or form of cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes one or more than one piece of fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 is formed of multiple layers (see FIG. 16 for an example of a multiple-layer scratch layer 162 ).
- Main brown layer 166 can include any of the elements structures, or materials discussed earlier with respect to the elements and materials that can be included in coating 160 .
- Outer main brown layer 166 is a cementitious mixture in this embodiment.
- Outer main brown layer 166 can be any type of form of cementitious mixture.
- main brown layer 166 includes one or more than one piece of fiberglass mesh.
- main brown layer 166 includes cement and ceramic.
- main brown layer 166 includes a cementitious mixture and ceramic.
- main brown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and ceramic.
- main brown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, aggregate, and ceramic.
- main brown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate.
- main brown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and ceramic. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, ceramic, and aggregate. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in main brown layer 166 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat from being absorbed or transferred into building panel core 158 .
- main brown layer 166 is formed of multiple layers. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, and fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes thermal filters for fire resistance. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, and fiberglass strands. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- main brown layer 166 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- main brown layer 166 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding, coupling, or amplifying. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- coating 160 as shown in FIG. 13 shows main brown layer 166 that includes electronic mesh structure 172 .
- electronic mesh structure 172 is designed to protect from electromagnetic pulses, for example, or certain electromagnetic frequencies. Electronic mesh structure 172 can be used to prevent electromagnetic radiation from passing through coating 160 .
- electronic mesh structure 172 in adjacent building panels 112 are electronically coupled to form a Faraday cage around the interior of structure 110 , protecting the contents of structure 110 from electromagnetic radiation or pulses or static.
- electronic mesh structure 172 is designed to act as an antenna or amplifier for certain electromagnetic frequencies.
- Electronic mesh structure 172 can be designed to block certain electromagnetic frequencies, attenuate certain electromagnetic frequencies, amplify certain electronic frequencies, or perform modification or conditioning of electromagnetic energy that is incident on building panel 112 .
- electronic mesh structure 172 conducts electricity throughout building panel 112 or from one building panel 112 to another.
- electronic mesh structure 172 is electrically coupled to electronic processors or semiconductor chips.
- Electronic mesh structure 172 is shown in main brown layer 166 , but electronic mesh structure 172 can be included in any coating layer, such as single-layer coating 160 as shown in FIG. 11 , or in scratch layer 162 , or any of the other coatings or layers used to cover a portion of core 158 .
- FIG. 14 and FIG. 15 show additional embodiments of coating 160 according to the invention.
- Coating 160 as shown in FIG. 14 and FIG. 15 are the same or similar to coating 160 shown in FIG. 12 , except that coating 160 as shown in FIG. 14 and FIG. 15 include non-cementitious layer 167 embedded in coating 160 .
- non-cementitious layer 167 is between scratch layer 162 and main brown layer 166 , but this is not meant to be limiting.
- Non-cementitious layer 167 can be adjacent any of the layers of coating 160 according to the invention.
- Non-cementitious layer 167 does not include cement.
- non-cementitious layer 167 is ceramic layer 167 .
- FIG. 14 and FIG. 15 non-cementitious layer 167 is ceramic layer 167 .
- ceramic layer 167 is composed of a ceramic material and fiberglass mesh 170 .
- non-cementitious layer 167 is a fire barrier material. Using non-cementitious layer 167 that is a fire barrier material enhances the ability of building panel 112 to inhibit or stop heat from turning into flames or flames from spreading.
- non-cementitious layer 167 is lead.
- non-cementitious layer 167 is plastic.
- Non-cementitious layer 167 can be any material or mixture that does not include cement.
- Non-cementitious layer 167 can be a carbon mixture or structure.
- Non-cementitious layer 167 can be formed of wood, plastic, metal, or other natural or man-made material, radiation shielding, EMI shielding, RFI shielding, ballistic armor layer or layers, or any combination of these or other elements that does not include cement.
- Ceramic layer 167 is advantageous for use in coating 160 because ceramic layer 167 reflects and radiates heat, not allowing heat to transmit through building panel 112 . Thus ceramic layer 167 provides thermal shielding and structural support to building panel 112 .
- FIG. 16 shows a further embodiment of coating 160 according to the invention, where coating 160 includes two layers.
- coating 160 is formed of inner scratch layer 162 and outer main brown layer 166 .
- Scratch layer 162 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer.
- Main brown layer 166 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer.
- scratch layer 162 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes a fiberglass mesh.
- scratch layer 162 is a non-cementitious mixture.
- scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement and ceramic.
- scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate.
- inner scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate.
- scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate.
- a ceramic material included in scratch layer 162 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat from being absorbed by inner scratch layer 162 , or transferred into building panel core 158 through inner scratch layer 162 .
- scratch layer 162 is a cementitious mixture that can be formed from many different components, as discussed above.
- scratch layer 162 is formed of cement, aggregate, and an acrylic bonder.
- scratch layer 162 includes a wire mesh embedded in the cementitious mixture.
- scratch layer 162 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure.
- scratch layer 162 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- inner scratch layer 162 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead.
- scratch layer 162 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures.
- scratch layer 162 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 is formed of other components. Further embodiments of inner scratch layer 162 will be discussed shortly.
- Main brown layer 166 (also called outer main brown layer 166 ) can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers, as discussed above. Main brown layer 166 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 is a non-cementitious mixture. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments outer main brown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate.
- main brown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments main brown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate.
- a ceramic material included in outer main brown layer 166 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat from being absorbed by main brown layer 166 , or transferred into building panel core 158 through main brown layer 166 . Ceramic included in main brown layer 166 provides a heat-reflecting layer, causing heat to be reflected off of main brown layer 166 instead of being absorbed by main brown layer 166 .
- main brown layer 166 is formed of brown mixture 168 and fiberglass mesh 170 embedded in brown mixture 168 while brown mixture 168 is still wet.
- Brown mixture 168 can take many different forms.
- brown mixture 168 is formed of a plaster mixture.
- brown mixture 168 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture.
- brown mixture 168 is formed of a cementitious mixture.
- brown mixture 168 is a cementitious mixture made of cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and fiberglass strands. Brown mixture 168 components in this embodiment are mixed together with water to form a wet cementitious mixture, and applied over inner scratch layer 162 as a wet mixture.
- brown mixture 168 is trowelled onto scratch layer 162 .
- Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded in brown mixture 168 while it is still wet.
- building panel 112 includes core 158 , and coating 160 covering a portion of core 158 , where coating 160 includes scratch layer 162 and main brown layer 166 .
- Main brown layer 166 in the embodiment shown in FIG. 16 includes brown mixture 168 comprising cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and fiberglass strands; and fiberglass mesh 170 .
- the aggregate in brown mixture 168 includes sand.
- the aggregate in brown mixture 168 includes ceramic.
- the aggregate in brown mixture 168 includes perlite.
- the aggregate in brown mixture 168 includes vermiculite.
- Perlite and vermiculite improve the fire-resistant qualities of building panel 112 . Therefore perlite and/or vermiculite are used as aggregate in situations where a building panel structure 110 or a building panel 112 is required to possess stringent fire-resistant capabilities. Perlite and vermiculite also act as thermal filters, which increase the thermal efficiency of coating 160
- brown mixture 168 is made by mixing together:
- the brown mixture 168 aggregate is made of two sizes of sand, 20 grit sand and 30 grit sand. It is to be understood that larger or smaller batches can be made by increasing or decreasing the ingredient measurements proportionately.
- Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded into brown mixture 168 as brown mixture 168 is applied to inner scratch layer 162 and while brown mixture 168 is still wet. This mixture has been found to provide superior structural integrity, water and weather protection, and a surface optimum for applying further finish coatings if desired. It is to be understood that brown mixture 168 can be made from other ingredients for specific structural uses.
- acrylic bonder refers to and includes all types of man-made binders, fillers and bonders such as urethane bonders, fillers and binders; polymer binders, fillers and bonders; copolymer binders, fillers and bonders; and other man-made or natural substances that perform the task of an acrylic bonder.
- the fiberglass strands used in coatings according to the invention are replaced with other types of reinforcing fibers.
- synthetic fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands.
- cellulosic fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands.
- cotton fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands. Cotton fibers provide the benefit of holding water in the coating mixture, which aids in the curing process, resulting in stronger, higher-quality coatings.
- other types of organic fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands.
- glass fibers, wood fibers, plastic fibers, metal fibers, ceramic fibers, or other types of reinforcing fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands.
- the fiberglass strands and/or other types of reinforcing strands described herein are used to provide strength and resistance to breaking and cracking to the coating.
- the fiberglass and/or other types of reinforcing strands aid in reducing slump and microcracking of the coating mixture in the first few days after application.
- the fiberglass strands in coatings according to the invention can be replaced with any type of strand or element that provides reinforcement and strength to withstand fracturing and breaking, or that controls mixture slump and microcracking.
- the fiberglass mesh used in coatings according to the invention are replaced with other types of a reinforcing mesh structure.
- a fabric mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention.
- a cellulosic fiber mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention.
- a cotton or other type of organic matrix mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention.
- Cotton fiber mesh provides the benefit of holding water in the coating mixture, which aids in the curing process, resulting in stronger, higher-quality coatings.
- a synthetic mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention.
- a polymer or copolymer mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention.
- a urethane mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention.
- a matrix or mesh made of glass, wood, plastic, metal, ceramic, or other types of reinforcing material is used in place of or in addition to fiberglass mesh.
- the fiberglass mesh and/or other types of reinforcing matrix or mesh described herein are used to provide the coating with strength and resistance to breaking, cracking, and penetration.
- the fiberglass and/or other types of reinforcing matrix or mesh aid in reducing slump and microcracking of the coating mixture in the first few days after application.
- the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention can be replaced with any type of mesh that provides reinforcement and strength to withstand fracturing, breaking, and/or penetration, and/or to control coating mixture slump and microcracking.
- Scratch layer 162 can be formed of many different components, as discussed earlier.
- scratch layer 162 is a cementitious mixture applied over a wire mesh.
- scratch layer 162 is made up of multiple layers.
- scratch layer 162 is formed of two layers, first scratch layer A 164 and second scratch layer B 163 .
- First scratch layer A 164 is a “dash” scratch coat which in this embodiment is machine sprayed onto core 158 as a wet mixture. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 is applied using other means.
- First scratch layer A 164 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers. First scratch layer A 164 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate.
- first scratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in first scratch layer A 164 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of building panel core 158 .
- first scratch layer A 164 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- first scratch layer A 164 is a cementitious mixture made of cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder.
- the aggregate includes sand.
- the aggregate includes perlite.
- the aggregate includes ceramic.
- the aggregate includes vermiculite.
- first scratch layer A 164 is formed by mixing together:
- acrylic bonder such as AC-100 from Dryvit.
- first scratch layer A 164 aggregate is made of two sizes of sand, 20 grit sand and 30 grit sand. This first scratch layer A 164 mixture has been found to adhere well to EPS foam block and provide a superior surface for accepting further layers of coating 160 . It is to be understood that larger or smaller amounts of first scratch layer A 164 can be made by proportionately increasing or decreasing the ingredients. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 164 has other ingredients and proportions. Usually first scratch layer A 164 is allowed to cure (dry) before adding other layers.
- Second scratch layer B 163 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers. Second scratch layer B 163 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate.
- second scratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in second scratch layer B 163 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of building panel core 158 .
- second scratch layer B 163 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 163 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- second scratch layer B 163 is formed of brown mixture 165 and fiberglass mesh 170 .
- Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded in brown mixture 165 while brown mixture 165 is being trowelled or otherwise applied to first scratch layer A 164 and while brown mixture 165 is still wet.
- Brown mixture 165 can be trowelled onto the surface of first scratch layer A 164 or applied by any other means which will allow brown mixture 165 to cover first scratch layer A and mesh 170 to be embedded into brown mixture 165 .
- Brown mixture 165 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers.
- brown mixture 165 is formed of a plaster mixture.
- brown mixture 165 is the same mixture as brown mixture 168 .
- brown mixture 165 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture.
- brown mixture 165 is formed of a cementitious mixture.
- brown mixture 165 includes Portland cement and ceramic.
- brown mixture 165 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate.
- brown mixture 165 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate.
- brown mixture 165 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate.
- a ceramic material included in brown mixture 165 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of building panel core 158 .
- brown mixture 165 is a cementitious mixture made of cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and fiberglass strands. Brown mixture 165 components are mixed together with water to form a cementitious mixture, and applied to first scratch layer A 164 after first scratch layer A has cured.
- the aggregate in brown mixture 165 includes sand.
- the aggregate in brown mixture 165 includes perlite.
- the aggregate in brown mixture 165 includes vermiculite.
- brown mixture 165 is made by mixing together:
- the brown mixture 165 aggregate is made of two sizes of sand, 20 grit sand and 30 grit sand. It is to be understood that larger or smaller batches can be made by increasing or decreasing the ingredient measurements proportionately.
- Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded into brown mixture 165 while brown mixture 165 is still wet. This mixture has been found to provide superior structural integrity, water and weather protection, and a surface optimum for applying outer main brown layer 166 . It is to be understood that brown mixture 165 can be made from other ingredients for specific structural uses. Usually second scratch layer B 163 is allowed to cure before adding other layers on top.
- Coating 160 , scratch layer 162 , and main brown layer 166 can be made with many different thicknesses, depending on the specific use of building panel 112 and the structural strength needed. In some embodiments additional layers of scratch layer 162 and/or main brown layer 166 are added for additional strength. In some embodiments other layers are added. It is to be understood that finishing coatings are often applied to coating 160 . These finishing coatings are applied for differing interior and exterior surface aesthetics and include paint, stucco, and other finishing layers and coatings.
- scratch layer 162 is formed to be about 1 ⁇ 8′′ thick.
- Main brown layer 166 is formed to be about 1 ⁇ 4′′ thick.
- coating 160 provides a smooth surface for applying finish coatings, and is structurally very strong, energy efficient, and lightweight.
- Composite building panel 112 with core 158 and coating 160 has greater flex strength and shear strength than other block panels due to the structured composite layers of core 158 and coating 160 .
- This specific embodiment is used for walls, roofs, and beams of buildings and structure. Additional layers and other thicknesses can be used according to the invention for building panel 112 to achieve different panel strengths and uses.
- control joints are cut into core 158 before coating 160 is applied. Holes and openings for windows and doors, access channels, and passageways for facilities and air handling can be cut into core 158 to create building panel 112 of a size and shape for the structure to be built. Core 158 and coating 160 can be easily formed into any size and shape structure, resulting in a lightweight, energy efficient, strong building panel 112 .
- FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 show embodiments of coating 560 according to the invention that can be used on building panel 112 in place of coating 160 , or in addition to coating 160 .
- coating 560 covers a portion of core 158 of building panel 112 according to the invention instead of coating 160 .
- coating 560 covers a portion of insulating structural block 140 of building panel 112 .
- Coating 560 is similar to coating 160 except that in coating 560 , inner scratch layer 562 and outer main brown layer 566 are interdigitated, as shown in FIG. 17 through 21 .
- Coating 560 can include any of the materials, elements, structures and/or layers discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating. Similar numbers in FIG. 17 through FIG.
- inner scratch layer 562 also called scratch layer 562
- outer main brown layer 566 also called main brown layer 566
- inner scratch layer 562 and outer main brown layer 566 are interdigitated for a number of reasons. Forming inner scratch layer 562 with crests 572 and valleys 574 allows inner scratch layer 562 to be used as a screed for outer main brown layer 566 . This helps to keep the thickness of coating 560 uniform across building panel 112 . Scratch layer 562 can be formed with crests 572 of a certain height above core 158 .
- the crests 572 are then used as a screed for main brown layer 566 , ensuring that the overall thickness of coating 560 is uniform.
- interdigitating inner scratch layer 562 and outer main brown layer 566 adds to the strength and structural integrity of building panel 112 .
- Coating 560 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Coating 560 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to coating 160 and/or the individual layers of coating 160 .
- coating 560 includes cement and ceramic. In some embodiments coating 560 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 560 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 560 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in coating 560 creates a thermal barrier layer, which helps coating 560 to prevent heat transfer into and out of building panel core 158 .
- coating 560 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments coating 560 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments coating 560 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments coating 560 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments coating 560 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments coating 560 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments coating 560 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- coating 560 includes inner scratch layer 562 , where inner scratch layer 562 includes two layers, first scratch layer A 564 and second scratch layer B 563 .
- First scratch layer A 564 is a cementitious mixture that includes fiberglass mesh 570 in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 .
- Scratch layer 562 in some embodiments is a single layer. Scratch layer 562 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Scratch layer 562 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to scratch layer 162 and/or the individual layers of scratch layer 162 .
- First scratch layer A 564 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. First scratch layer A 564 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to first scratch layer A 164 . In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes fiberglass mesh 570 . In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 does not include fiberglass mesh 570 . First scratch layer A 564 in some embodiments includes the same components as first scratch layer A 164 discussed earlier. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 has a different composition than first scratch layer A 164 .
- first scratch layer A 564 includes cement and a ceramic material. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and aggregate. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and aggregate. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate includes ceramic. A ceramic material included in first scratch layer A 564 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of building panel core 158 .
- first scratch layer A 564 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments first scratch layer A 564 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- Second scratch layer B 563 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Second scratch layer B 563 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to second scratch layer B 163 . Second scratch layer B 563 is a cementitious mixture that is formed such that it includes crests 572 and valleys 574 in the embodiment shown in FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 . Crests 572 and valleys 574 are formed in second scratch layer B 563 by any number of methods, including trowelling second scratch layer B 563 with a shaped trowel while second scratch layer B 563 is still wet.
- Second scratch layer B 563 is then allowed to cure (dry) before outer main brown layer 566 is applied.
- Second scratch layer B 563 is shaped with crests 572 and valleys 574 with special tools for compacting and shaping the second scratch layer B 563 mixture while it is still wet. These tools are described in more detail in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/063,842 entitled “Tools for Applying Coatings and Method of Use”, filed Oct. 25, 2013 to John E. Propst.
- these tools are not used to remove some of the wet mixture material as much as they are used to compress and shape the wet mixture material into crests 572 and valleys 574 .
- Material is not removed from valleys 574 , but instead the wet mixture material is compressed and shaped into crests 572 and valleys 574 .
- Compressing the wet mixture material releases water from the material and allows it to cure faster and stronger.
- the resulting cured coating is stronger, with smooth curvilinear crests 572 and valleys 574 .
- a smooth curvilinear surface resists cracking better than a surface that has been roughened or had material removed from it.
- Crests 572 are shaped with tools to have a smooth rectilinear shape as shown in FIG.
- Valleys 574 are shaped with tools to have a smooth rectilinear shape as shown in FIG. 18 , but as the material cures it slumps into valleys 574 with a smooth curvilinear surface as shown in FIG. 19 through FIG. 21 .
- crests 572 and valleys 574 cure into a smooth curvilinear shape that is an approximation of a sine wave, as shown in FIG. 19 through FIG. 21 , but this particular smooth curvilinear shape is not the only shape that can be used.
- FIG. 18 shows an example cross-section of scratch layer 562 , where scratch layer 562 includes first scratch layer A 564 and second scratch layer B 563 .
- second scratch layer B 563 includes crests 572 and valleys 574 .
- the wet second scratch layer B 563 mixture is smoothed and shaped to have crests 572 in a rectilinear cross-section.
- crests 572 have a width W and height H
- valleys 574 form a spacing S between each crest 572 .
- crests 572 are formed to have a width W of between about 1 ⁇ 8 inch and about 3 ⁇ 4 inch.
- crests 572 are formed to have a width W of about 3 ⁇ 8 inch. Forming crests 572 with these sizes has been found to provide a coating layer with superior strength. In addition, crests 572 are then able to be a screed layer for outer main brown layer 566 . In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a height H of between about 1 ⁇ 8 inch and about 3 ⁇ 4 inch. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a height H of about 3 ⁇ 8 inch. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a spacing S of between about 1 ⁇ 8 inch and about 3 ⁇ 4 inch. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a spacing S of about 3 ⁇ 8 inch.
- Main brown layer 566 can be applied over second scratch layer B 563 with a uniform thickness over a wide area because crests 572 are used as a screed reference layer for main brown layer 566 .
- Crests 572 and valleys 574 when dry have a rounded or smooth curvilinear cross section as is shown in FIG. 18 , due to slumping, settling, and smoothing of wet second scratch layer B 563 material as it dries, or cures.
- FIG. 19 through FIG. 21 show cross sections of embodiments of scratch layer 562 and coating 560 in which crests 572 and valleys 574 have a smooth curvilinear surface. A curvilinear surface is advantageous because it does not have points and sharp corners to crack, resulting in a stronger cured layer.
- FIG. 19 shows how the structure of crests 572 are measured in these embodiments, showing that crests 572 have height H and half width W H .
- Half-width W H is the width W H of crests 572 measured between the two points where crest 572 is at half of its height, or H/2. Crests 572 also have period P, which is the repeating distance, or distance from any point to the point where the periodic structure repeats itself
- Second scratch layer B 563 is shaped such that valleys 574 are height H T above first scratch layer A 564 , as shown in FIG. 19 . In other words valley 574 does not extend through second scratch layer B 563 , but has a thickness H T of second scratch layer B 563 material between the bottom of each valley 574 and first scratch layer A 564 .
- Second scratch layer B 563 is advantageous because it makes second scratch layer B 563 stronger due to second scratch layer B 563 being a continuous layer, as opposed to having lines of material that form the peaks 572 , and valleys 574 extending through to first scratch layer A 564 . Separate lines of material tend to break and crack at the junctions of the material. But these junctions do not exist in second scratch layer B 563 according to the invention. Second scratch layer B 563 material is applied in a thickness great enough to allow the shaping of peaks 572 and valleys 574 in second scratch layer B 563 , while leaving valleys 574 a height H T above first scratch layer A 564 .
- first scratch layer A 564 and second scratch layer B 563 results in a structurally strong scratch layer 562 that resists cracking and breaking apart.
- height H T is greater than 1/16′′. In some embodiments height H T is greater than 1 ⁇ 8′′. In some embodiments height H T is greater than 3/16′′. In some embodiments height H T is greater than 1 ⁇ 4′′.
- crests 572 have an average half width W H of between 1/16 inch and 3 ⁇ 4 inch once scratch layer 562 dries (cures).
- the average half-width W H is the average of the individual half-widths W H of a plurality of crests 572 formed in scratch layer 562 .
- Any individual crest 572 may have other measurements due to defects or issues in forming or drying of inner scratch layer 562 , but the measurements of each crest 572 is often fairly close and the average of their measurements provides a good measure of the size of the plurality of crests 572 .
- crests 572 have an average half width W H of between 1 ⁇ 8 inch and 5 ⁇ 8 inch once scratch layer 562 dries. Forming crests 572 and valleys 574 with these sizes has been found to provide a coating layer with superior strength and ability to withstand cracking, and to provide a strong base for main brown layer 566 .
- crests 572 have an average period P of between 1 ⁇ 4 inch and 1 and 1 ⁇ 2 inch once inner scratch layer 562 dries.
- the average period P is the average of the individual periods P of a plurality of crests 572 formed in inner scratch layer 562 .
- Any individual crest 572 may have other measurements due to defects or issues in forming or drying of inner scratch layer 562 , but the measurements of each crest 572 is often fairly close and the average of their measurements provides a good measure of the size of the plurality of crests 572 .
- crests 572 have an average period P of between 1 ⁇ 2 inch and 1 and 1 ⁇ 4 inch once scratch layer 562 dries. Forming crests 572 and valleys 574 with these sizes has been found to provide a coating layer with superior strength and ability to withstand cracking, and to provide a strong base for main brown layer 566 .
- second scratch layer B 563 includes cement and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate is ceramic. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and aggregate. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and aggregate. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, ceramic, and aggregate. In some embodiments the cement included in second scratch layer B 563 is Portland cement. A ceramic material included in second scratch layer B 563 creates a second scratch layer B 563 that is a thermal barrier, such that heat is reflected off of second scratch layer B 563 and heat is prevented from transferring into and out of building panel core 158 .
- second scratch layer B 563 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments second scratch layer B 563 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- Main brown layer 566 can be applied over second scratch layer B 563 with a uniform thickness over a wide area because crests 572 are used as a screed reference layer for main brown layer 566 , as shown in FIG. 20 and FIG. 21 .
- a screed reference is a fixed height reference which the applicator can use to set the height of an applied coating mixture.
- Second scratch layer B 563 has been allowed to cure (dry), and so crests 572 are solid crests with a uniform height.
- the crests 572 are used as a screed to keep the thickness of main brown layer 566 uniform over a large area.
- fiberglass mesh 770 is embedded in main brown layer 566 while main brown layer 566 is still wet, as shown in FIG. 21 .
- Main brown layer 566 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Main brown layer 566 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to main brown layer 166 . Main brown layer 566 is a cementitious mixture in the embodiment shown in the figures.
- main brown layer 566 includes cement and aggregate. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes cement and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes cement and ceramic. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments outer main brown layer 566 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and aggregate. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate includes ceramic. A ceramic material included in main brown layer 566 provides a thermal barrier, reflecting heat away from main brown layer 566 and preventing heat transfer into building panel core 158 .
- main brown layer 566 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments outer main brown layer 566 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments main brown layer 566 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding
- Main brown layer 566 is applied to scratch layer 562 after scratch layer 562 has cured.
- Main brown layer 566 in this embodiment includes brown mixture 168 and fiberglass mesh 770 .
- Brown mixture 168 of outer main brown layer 566 can be applied in many different ways, including but not by way of limitation trowelling or spraying. Brown mixture 168 in this embodiment is trowelled over scratch layer 562 such that outer main brown layer 566 fills in valleys 574 with brown mixture 168 , creating main brown layer crests 582 and main brown layer valleys 584 as shown in FIG. 17 and FIG. 20 . In this way scratch layer 562 and main brown layer 566 are interdigitated. Each of a plurality of crests 572 reside in a corresponding one of a plurality of valleys 584 .
- each of a plurality of crests 582 reside in a corresponding one of a plurality of valleys 574 .
- crests 572 and 582 can be compressed and shaped, or formed, to be any shape, including but not limited to half-spheres, rectangular, half-oval, triangular, or any other shape or cross-section.
- valleys 574 and 584 can be any shape, including but not limited to half-spheres, rectangular, half-oval, triangular, or any other shape or cross-section.
- Interdigitation of scratch layer 562 and main brown layer 566 provides several advantages.
- One advantage is that interdigitation can increase the structural strength of building panel 112 .
- Another advantage is that crests 572 in scratch layer 562 provide a thickness reference screed for main brown layer 566 . It is often difficult to maintain a uniform coating thickness across a large building panel surface. Crests 572 provide a built-in screed for main brown layer 566 , allowing the thickness of outer main brown layer 566 and coating 560 to be uniform across a wide surface area.
- Fiberglass mesh 770 is embedded in outer main brown layer 566 while outer main brown layer 566 is still wet in some embodiments.
- one or more of the layers included in coating 560 includes ceramic material in the coating mixture, as mentioned above. Including ceramic material in coating 560 creates a coating 560 that acts as a thermal barrier, reflecting heat away from coating 560 instead of absorbing heat through coating 560 . When main brown layer 566 includes ceramic material, heat is reflected off of coating 560 . Coating 560 will remain cool for a long time even when subjected to high temperatures, intense sunlight, and even fire or other direct heat sources. This results in a coating 560 and a building panel 112 which has increased thermal resistance, better insulating qualities, and high fire resistance.
- non-cementitious layer 167 is included in coating 160 or coating 560 .
- FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 show particular embodiments of coating 560 where second scratch layer B 563 and main brown layer 566 are interdigitated, but it is to be understood that this is an example embodiment only and not meant to be limiting. Any two layers included in coating 160 or coating 560 according to the invention can be interdigitated as described above. In some embodiments scratch layer 162 and main brown layer 166 of coating 160 are interdigitated. Any two layers of coating 160 or coating 560 can be interdigitated according to the strength and thickness uniformity requirements of the coating layer.
- FIG. 1 , FIG. 2 , and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 show building panel structure 110 according to the invention, including building panel 112 .
- Building panel 112 includes core 158 and coating 160 covering a portion of core 158 .
- Coating 160 can take many forms, including those shown in FIG. 11 through FIG. 16 .
- Building panel 112 of FIG. 1 , FIG. 2 , and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 can include coating 560 of FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 instead of coating 160 .
- Building panel 112 as shown in FIG. 1 , FIG. 2 , and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 can include any coating according to the invention to cover a portion of core 158 .
- a building panel structure ( 110 ?) is any structure built using one or more than one building panel as an element in the structure.
- Building panel structure 110 in the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 , FIG. 2 , and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 includes building panel 112 and footer 190 .
- Building panel 112 in this embodiment has building panel interlock element 154 , which in this embodiment is building panel groove 154 , as shown FIG. 10 .
- Footer 190 has integral footer interlock element 194 , which in this embodiment is footer tongue 194 .
- Footer tongue 194 couples with building panel groove 154 to couple building panel 112 to footer 190 .
- Footer interlock element 194 is integral to footer 190 because footer tongue 194 and footer 190 are one integral piece. In this embodiment footer 190 and footer tongue 194 are both made of concrete.
- Footer tongue 194 is poured together with footer 190 so that footer 190 and footer tongue 194 are one integral piece. Footer tongue 194 not only provides a coupling for building panel 112 , footer tongue 194 also stops moisture, water, weather, and other elements from penetrating the interface between building panel 112 and footer tongue 194 . In some embodiments footer 190 and footer tongue 194 are poured along the exterior edge of a structure. After building panels 112 are coupled to footer 190 to create building structure 110 , even if water, moisture, or other elements penetrate the outer interface between building panel 112 and footer 190 , they cannot “climb” footer tongue 194 to get to the other side of building panel 112 . In this way integral footer tongue 194 provides moisture and weather protection for building panel structure 110 .
- Building panel interlock element 154 can take many different forms.
- building panel interlock element 154 is a building panel tongue.
- building panel interlock element 154 has a form other than a tongue or a groove.
- building panel groove 154 or footer tongue 194 have barbs, spikes, hooks or other surface effects which help to hold footer tongue 194 in building panel groove 154 .
- Footer interlock element 194 can take many different forms. In some embodiments footer interlock element 194 is a footer groove. In some embodiments footer interlock element 194 takes a form other than a tongue or a groove.
- building panel structure 110 is constructed by first pouring concrete footer 190 , including integral footer tongue 194 , as a single pour.
- footer 190 is poured in multiple pours.
- Footer 190 and footer tongue 194 are formed using any method which results in footer 190 and footer tongue 194 being one integral concrete piece.
- Concrete foundation 192 is often poured next.
- concrete foundation 192 and concrete footer 190 are formed at the same time in one concrete pour.
- Building panel 112 is coupled to footer 190 using footer tongue 194 and building panel groove 154 . Building panel 112 can be constructed and coupled to footer 190 in many different ways.
- building panel 112 is constructed on-site and on footer 190 .
- Core 158 is built on footer 190 and connected to footer 190 .
- frame 130 is built and connected to footer 190 using bolts 188 as shown in FIG. 8 .
- Shaped blocks 140 of core 158 are coupled to frame 130 , to each other, and to footer tongue 194 to create core 158 coupled to footer 190 using footer tongue 194 and building panel groove 154 .
- Coating 160 , coating 560 , or any coating according to the invention, is applied to a portion of core 158 .
- coating 160 is applied to front surface 124 of core 158 to create first surface 114 of building panel 112 , and coating 160 is applied to rear surface 126 of core 158 to create second surface 116 of building panel 112 as shown. In some embodiments coating 160 is applied to core 158 and footer 190 .
- Building panel 112 in this embodiment has coating 160 applied to two surfaces, front surface 124 and rear surface 126 , of core 158 .
- coating 160 is applied to only one surface of core 158 .
- coating 160 is applied to all surfaces of core 158 .
- Coating 160 can be applied to any surface or portion of core 158 to create building panel 112 according to the invention.
- coating 560 as shown in FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 is used instead of coating 160 .
- a different coating according to the invention is used instead of coating 160 .
- core 158 is built and covered with coating 160 to create building panel 112 before being coupled to footer 190 .
- building panel 112 is made off-site and shipped to the building site to be coupled to footer 190 .
- building panel 112 is made in-place on footer 190 as described above.
- Multiple building panels 112 can be added to composite building panel structure 110 to create walls, ceilings, floors, beams, bridges, or any other desired structure.
- composite building panel 112 forms part of building panel structure 110 which is a house.
- building panel 112 forms parts of other structures and buildings in accordance with building panel structure 110 .
- building panel structure 110 is a building.
- building panel structure 110 is a bridge.
- building panel structure 110 is a structure.
- Building panel structure 110 is any building, structure, or edifice of any shape, size or use which is formed of at least one building panel according to the invention.
- Building panel structure 110 as shown in FIG. 1 , FIG. 2 , and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 is structurally sound as soon as coating 160 dries, and there is no need for external structural elements to hold building panel 112 in place while the rest of building panel structure 110 is created.
- the foam block walls cannot support themselves until the entire structure is created and fitted together. The walls need to be supported by external structural elements during construction. These external structural elements used to hold the structure together during construction are not necessary when using building panel 112 according to the invention.
- Building panels 112 formed each day as part of building panel system 110 are structurally sound and secure as soon as coating 160 dries, and each day whatever part of the complete structure has been completed is strong and secure and not in danger of collapsing.
- Building panel 112 in this embodiment is stronger than other types of foam block walls.
- Core 158 and coating 160 and/or coating 560 give building panel structure 110 the strength to both hold building panel 112 secure during construction and withstand strong environmental elements and forces during the lifetime of the building 110 , such as wind and earth movement.
- Building panel 112 is environmentally friendly, creating an energy efficient structure using recyclable material with less waste.
- coatings 160 or coatings 560 are formed into construction board 710 according to the invention before being coupled to core 158 , as shown in FIG. 22 .
- Construction board 710 is formed of the same materials and layers as any of the embodiments of coating 160 or coating 560 , but these materials are shaped and cured into a dry mixture board 710 before being coupled to core 158 . This allows construction board 710 to be formed off-site and prior to forming core 158 , for example.
- Construction board 710 can be coupled to core 158 using many different attachment means and methods. In some embodiments construction board 710 is coupled to core 158 using a suction bond, not by mechanical attachments.
- Construction board 710 can be coupled to core 158 using an acrylic bonder or other elastomeric polymer or cementitious mixture of liquid bonding material.
- some of the layers of coating 160 or 560 are applied to core 158 as a liquid mixture and allowed to cure, and some of the layers are formed into a solid dry mixture as construction board 710 and then adhered to the layers of coating 160 or 560 previously applied to core 158 .
- the wet mixture layers of coating 160 or 560 are used to adhere the dry mixture layers to core 158 .
- Coating 160 and coating 560 as described in this document can be applied to core 158 in any combination of wet and dry layers, where the dry layer(s) form construction board 710 prior to being applied to core 158 .
- FIG. 22 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of construction board 710 separated from core 158 .
- FIG. 23 shows a side view of construction board 710 of FIG. 22 .
- construction board 710 covers a portion of core 158 , and comprises the elements of coating 160 that covers surface 124 of core 158 , as shown in FIG. 3 and FIG. 8 through FIG. 10 , but in dry mixture form.
- construction board 710 is applied to core 158 using a suction bond adhesion material, but it is to be understood that construction board 710 can be applied to core 158 using any coupling means.
- construction board 710 is applied to core 158 using a suction bond adhesion material that is an elastomeric acrylic polymer bonder mixture.
- Construction board 710 can be formed to include any or all of the layers previously described for coating 160 or coating 560 .
- cross-section 709 of construction board 710 as seen in FIG. 22 and FIG. 23 can be the same or similar to any of the cross-sectional embodiments of coatings 160 or coatings 560 show or described in this document.
- building panel 112 formed using dry mixture construction board 710 has the same structural and protection characteristics as building panel 112 that uses coating 160 or 560 that are applied while they are wet mixtures.
- Construction board 710 has the same or similar thickness as the thickness of coating 160 or coating 560 has. In some embodiments the thickness of construction board 710 is less than or equal to 1 inch. In some embodiments the thickness of construction board 710 is less than or equal to 3 ⁇ 4 inch. In some embodiments the thickness of construction board 710 is less than or equal to 1 ⁇ 2 inch.
- FIG. 24 through FIG. 63 provide details of roof panels 812 according to the invention that are used to form a roof of a building or structure.
- Roof panel 812 is formed similar to building panel 112 , with a core and coatings covering a portion of the core. Similar numbers are used to describe similar elements of building panel 112 and roof panel 812 .
- Roof panel 812 is coupled to roof structural members 817 to form roof 825 of building panel structure 810 in FIG. 24 .
- Roof panels 812 can be used in many different ways to form the roof of a building or structure. In some embodiments roof structural member 817 are part of roof panel 812 . Roof panel 812 in some embodiments is either covered with a roofing surface, or roof panel 812 includes a roofing surface, as will be described below.
- FIG. 25 and FIG. 26 show embodiments of roof panel 812 according to the invention.
- Roof panel 812 according to the invention includes roof panel core 858 and coating 860 .
- Roof panel core 858 includes one or more than one insulating structural block 140 , as described earlier for building panel 112 .
- Roof panel core 858 is the same or similar to building panel core 158 described earlier for building panel 112 .
- Roof panel core 858 can include any of the elements, structures, material, or layers that are described earlier as possible constituents of building panel core 158 .
- core 858 includes frame 830 and one or more than one insulating structural block, as shown in FIG. 26 .
- Frame 830 is the same or similar to frame 130 as described for building panel 112 .
- Frame 830 can have any of the properties and include any of the elements described earlier for building panel core 158 frame 130 .
- frame 830 is embedded in core 858 such that a majority of the outer surface of roof panel 812 is a surface of insulating structural block 140 .
- frame 830 includes roof structural elements 817 .
- Coating 860 covers a portion of core 858 .
- coating 860 covers surfaces of insulating structural blocks 140 of core 858 .
- Coating 860 can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers of coating 160 and coating 560 described earlier.
- Roof panel 812 creates a roof that is structurally sound, with superior strength, lifetime, energy efficiency, and visual appeal as compared to traditional roofing materials.
- Roof panel 812 is often formed to include the roof tile shapes and structures that provide the roof protection and visual aesthetics usually provided by roof shingles or roof tiles. Roof panel 812 and/or coating 860 can be shaped, colored, and formed to provide strength and protection to a roof, and to provide the aesthetics of roof tiles or other roof surfaces.
- FIG. 27 and FIG. 28 show embodiments of roof panel 812 where coating 860 is shaped to create a structure that looks like roof shake tiles.
- Surface 814 of coating 860 is shaped to have the shape and look of shake tiles.
- Surface 814 can be colored to have the color of roof shake tiles. Coating 860 and roof panel 812 , provide greater structural strength and lifetime of conventional shake tiles, however.
- Roof panel 812 can provide a roof 825 with a lifetime much longer than shake roof tiles, Spanish tiles, asphalt tiles, or other conventional roofing materials.
- coating 860 is a two-layer coating, with surface 814 of second layer 866 shaped and colored to look like shake roof tiles.
- coating 860 is a single-layer coating, with surface 814 of coating 860 shaped and colored to look like shake roof tiles.
- FIG. 29 and FIG. 30 show embodiments of roof panel 812 where roof panel 812 is shaped and formed to look like Spanish roof tiles.
- FIG. 29 shows an embodiment where roof tile 820 (to be discussed in greater detail shortly) has been shaped to look like Spanish roof tiles and is coupled to surface 814 of roof panel 812 .
- FIG. 30 shows an embodiment where insulating structural blocks 140 of core 858 and coating 860 are shaped so that surface 814 of roof panel 812 look like Spanish roof tiles.
- roof panels 812 provide the look of a traditional roof surface, but provide superior protection from wind, weather, elements, etc., and longer lifetime than traditional roof surfaces.
- FIG. 31 and FIG. 32 shows side view cross-sections of example embodiments of roof panels 812 , showing the construction similar to building panels 112 described earlier.
- FIG. 31 shows a side view cross section of roof panel 812 of FIG. 28
- FIG. 32 shows a side view cross-section of roof panel 812 of FIG. 30 .
- roof panel 812 includes core 858 and coating 860 covering a portion of core 858 .
- core 858 includes insulating structural blocks 140
- coating 860 covers a portion of insulating structural blocks 140 of core 858 .
- coating 860 covers bottom surface 826 of core 858 and top surface 824 of core 858 .
- coating 860 covering top surface 824 of core 858 is shaped to have the shape and look of shake roof tiles.
- top surface 824 of insulating structural blocks 140 of core 858 and coating 860 covering top surface 824 of core 858 are both shaped to have the form and look of Spanish roof tiles. It is to be understood that roof panel 812 , core 858 , insulating structural blocks 140 , and coating 860 can be formed in any shape, form, color, and surface texture to provide the desired roof surface look and feel.
- FIG. 33 through FIG. 38 show example close-up cross-section embodiments of coating 860 according to the invention.
- Coating 860 can take many different forms, including but not limited to those coating embodiments shown and discussed earlier relating to coating 160 and coating 560 .
- Coating 860 can be more than one layer, and any two layers can be interdigitated as described earlier for coating 560 .
- FIG. 33 shows a close-up cross-section embodiment of coating 860 on top surface 824 of core 858 , taken at section 809 of FIG. 31 .
- the cross-section embodiments shown in FIG. 33 through FIG. 38 are from section 809 of FIG. 31 , but it is to be understood that these cross sections are possible for any coating of roof panel 812 , include coating 860 on top surface 824 of core 858 of FIG. 32 , or coating 860 on bottom surface 826 in any of the illustrated embodiments of roof panel 812 .
- Coating 860 is a single layer in the embodiment shown in FIG. 33 .
- Coating 860 can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer.
- Coating 860 in this embodiment can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described earlier for coating 160 of building panel 112 as shown and described relating to FIG. 11 , for example but not by way of limitation.
- coating 860 covers a portion of roof panel core 858 .
- coating 860 covers a portion of insulating structural block 140 of roof panel core 858 .
- Coating 860 in this embodiment is a cementitious coating. In some embodiments coating 860 is non-cementitious.
- FIG. 33 Coating 860 can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer.
- Coating 860 in this embodiment can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described earlier for coating 160 of building panel 112 as shown and described relating
- coating 860 includes cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder. Cement and aggregate provide structural strength and resistance to cracking Acrylic bonder provides structural strength and adhesion to insulating structural block 140 .
- coating 860 includes a reinforcing mesh structure, which can be a fiberglass mesh, cotton mesh, metal mesh, or any other mesh structure as described earlier for mesh 170 in coating 160 .
- coating 160 includes reinforcing strands, which can be fiberglass, cotton, or any other reinforcing strand element.
- the aggregate includes ceramic. In some embodiments coating 860 includes ceramic.
- Coating 860 in the embodiment shown in FIG. 34 is a double-layer coating.
- Coating 860 in this embodiment includes first layer 862 and second layer 866 .
- Coating 860 and first layer 862 and second layer 866 can each, separately or collectively, include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer.
- Coating 860 and first layer 862 and second layer 866 can each include any of the elements, structures, material, or layers described for coating 160 of FIG. 12 , for example.
- first layer 862 and second layer 866 are both cementitious coatings.
- First layer 862 includes cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder
- second layer 866 includes cement and aggregate.
- second layer 866 also includes acrylic bonder.
- second coating 860 also include ceramic. Ceramic has a high thermal reflectance and thus reflects sunlight and heat well, keeping coating 860 cool.
- second layer 866 includes a reinforcing mesh structure.
- both first layer 862 and second layer 866 include a reinforcing mesh structure.
- both first layer 862 and second layer 866 include fiberglass mesh 170 , as shown in FIG. 35 .
- first layer 862 includes electronic mesh structure 872 , as shown in FIG. 36 .
- Electronic mesh structure 872 can be the same or similar, and have the same or similar characteristics, as electronic mesh structure 172 described earlier.
- electronic mesh structure 872 is in second layer 866 .
- electronic mesh structure 872 is in both first layer 862 and second layer 866 .
- coating 860 include non-cementitious layer 867 , as shown in FIG. 37 .
- Non-cementitious layer 867 can be the same or similar to non-cementitious layer 167 as shown and described in FIG. 14 .
- Non-cementitious layer 867 can be in coating 860 , first layer 862 , or second layer 866 , or both first layer 862 and second layer 866 .
- finish coatings are often applied over top surface 814 of roof panel 812 .
- additional layers or coatings can be applied to any of the surfaces of roof panel 812 as shown and described. These finish or additional coatings can be paint, stucco, sealer, an elastomeric stone textured surface, a cementitious finish layer, or any other layer applied to finish building panel 812 .
- coating 860 includes fluid channels 822 , as shown in one embodiment in FIG. 38 , and in additional embodiments in FIG. 49 through FIG. 56 .
- Fluid channel 822 can extend through any portion of coating 860 .
- Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids through fluid channel 822 and coating 860 .
- Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids through fluid channel 822 and coating 860 for many different reasons, including, but not limited to water distribution, transferring heat between fluid channel 822 and coating 860 , or for conducting fluids through coating 860 and roof panel 812 for other reasons.
- fluid channels 822 are included in second layer 866 , but it is to be understood that fluid channel 822 can be included in coating 860 of FIG. 33 , or first layer 862 , or non-cementitious layer 867 .
- Fluid channels 822 in some embodiments extend through insulating structural block 140 . Fluid channels 822 will be discussed in more detail shortly.
- roof panel 812 is applied as a retrofit to an existing building. Roof panel 812 can be applied over existing roof finish treatments such as asphalt tile, Spanish tile, or any other roof surface. Roof panel 812 can be shaped to securely fit over any roof surface and to increase the energy efficiency and strength of an existing roof. In some embodiments roof panel 812 replaces the original roofing material. In some embodiments roof panel 812 is applied over or in conjunction with the original roof materials.
- Coating 860 of the embodiments shown in FIG. 33 through FIG. 38 are applied as a wet coating mixture to core 858 , and then allowed to cure. Coating 860 and/or each layer of coating 860 can be sprayed on, trowelled on, or otherwise applied as a wet mixture. In some embodiments of roof panel 812 , coating 860 is applied as a dry mixture. Coating 860 mixtures can be formed onto roof tiles 820 , for example, before being applied to roof panel core 858 , to layers of coating 860 earlier applied, or to finished roof panels 812 . Roof tile 820 includes layers of coating mixtures that have been cured into a dry state before being applied to roof panel 812 . Some of these embodiments are illustrated in FIG. 29 , FIG. 39 through FIG. 48 , and FIG. 51 through FIG. 53 .
- FIG. 39 through FIG. 48 show embodiments of roof tile 820 where roof tile 820 is formed of one or more than one layer of material that is formed and shaped to look like traditional roof tiles.
- roof tile 820 is formed, shaped, and colored to look like shake roof tiles, but this is not meant to be limiting.
- Roof tile 820 can be formed, shaped and colored to look like Spanish roof tiles, as shown in FIG. 29 .
- roof tile 820 can be formed, shaped, and/or colored to look like other roof elements such as asphalt tile or other roof coatings or structures.
- Roof tile 820 can take any form, shape, or color as desired for the specific building or structure to be created.
- Roof tile 820 can include the materials, elements, structures, or layers of coating 160 , coating 560 , coating 860 , or other coatings according to the invention. Roof tile 820 is applied as a solid dry mixture to roof panel 812 . Roof tile 820 can replace coatings 860 or be in addition to coating 860 .
- FIG. 39 shows an embodiment of roof panel 812 where roof tile 820 is coupled to coating 860 and is in addition to coating 860 .
- FIG. 40 shows an embodiment of roof panel 812 where roof tile 820 is applied to surface 814 of roof panel 812 , with roof tile 820 replacing coating 860 .
- Top surface 834 of roof tile 820 is shaped to look like shake roof tiles in this embodiment.
- FIG. 41 shows a top view of roof tile 820 of FIG. 39 and FIG. 40
- FIG. 42 shows a side view of roof tile 820 of FIG. 39 and FIG. 40
- FIG. 43 through FIG. 48 show example embodiments of close-up cross sections of roof tile 820 taken at section 819 of FIG. 42 .
- the cross-section embodiments shown in FIG. 43 through FIG. 48 are from section 819 of FIG. 42 , but it is to be understood that the layers elements, structures, and materials shown and described for these cross sections are possible for any form, shape, or type of roof tile 820 according to the embodiment.
- Roof tile 820 includes a single layer of material 842 in the embodiment shown in FIG. 43 .
- Single layer of material 842 can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer.
- Single layer of material 842 in this embodiment can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described earlier for coating 160 of building panel 112 as shown and described relating to FIG. 11 , for example but not by way of limitation, or for single layer 860 as shown and described relating FIG. 33 .
- single layer of material 842 extends from roof tile 820 top surface 834 to roof tile 820 bottom surface 836 .
- single layer of material 842 is a cementitious layer of material.
- single layer of material 842 is non-cementitious.
- single layer of material 842 includes cement and acrylic bonder. Cement provides strength to roof tile 820 and acrylic bonder makes it easy to couple roof tile 820 to roof panel 812 with a suction bond material such as acrylic bonder.
- layer of material 842 includes aggregate. Cement and aggregate provide structural strength and resistance to cracking.
- single layer of material 842 includes a reinforcing mesh structure, which can be a fiberglass mesh, cotton mesh, metal mesh, or any other mesh structure as described earlier for mesh 170 in coating 160 or mesh 870 in coating 860 .
- single layer of material 842 includes reinforcing strands, which can be fiberglass, cotton, or any other reinforcing strand element.
- the aggregate in single layer of material 842 includes ceramic.
- single layer of material 842 includes ceramic. Ceramic reflects heat and helps keep roof tile 820 cool.
- Roof tile 820 in the cross-sectional embodiment shown in FIG. 44 has first layer 842 and second layer 843 .
- First layer 842 and second layer 843 can each, separately or collectively, include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer.
- First layer 842 and second layer 843 can each include any of the elements, structures, material, or layers described for coating 160 of FIG. 12 , or for coating 860 , first layer 862 or second layer 866 of FIG. 34 , for example.
- first layer 862 and second layer 843 are both cementitious coatings.
- First layer 842 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a fiberglass mesh
- second layer 843 includes cement and aggregate.
- first layer 862 includes aggregate. In some embodiments first layer 842 does not include a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments first layer 862 includes perlite. Perlite is a thermal insulator and helps to keep roof tile 820 from transmitting heat through it. In some embodiments second layer 843 also includes acrylic bonder. In some embodiments second coating 843 also includes ceramic. Ceramic has a high thermal reflectance and thus reflects sunlight and heat well, keeping roof tile 820 cool. In some embodiments second layer 843 includes a reinforcing mesh structure.
- Roof tile 820 in some embodiments has a sheet of roofing membrane coupled to bottom surface 836 .
- the sheet of roofing membrane can be useful as a moisture barrier, or for enhancing the bonding of roof tile 820 to roof panel 812 .
- roof tile 820 has further coatings or layers on top surface 834 .
- a portion of top surface 834 is covered with an elastomeric stone textured surface, which will give top surface 834 the look, feel and properties of asphalt roof tiles. It is to be understood that additional finish coatings or layers can be applied to any of the surfaces of roof tile 820 to seal roof tile 820 or to add to the aesthetics appeal of roof tile 829 .
- both first layer 842 and second layer 843 include a reinforcing mesh structure.
- both first layer 842 and second layer 843 include fiberglass mesh 170 , as shown in FIG. 45 .
- first layer 843 includes electronic mesh structure 872 , as shown in FIG. 46 .
- Electronic mesh structure 872 can be the same or similar, and have the same or similar characteristics, as electronic mesh structure 172 described earlier.
- electronic mesh structure 872 is in second layer 843 .
- electronic mesh structure 872 is in both first layer 842 and second layer 843 .
- roof tile 820 includes non-cementitious layer 867 , as shown in FIG. 47 .
- Non-cementitious layer 867 can be the same or similar to non-cementitious layer 167 as shown and described in regard to FIG. 14 .
- Non-cementitious layer 867 can be in roof tile 820 , first layer 842 , or second layer 843 , or both first layer 842 and second layer 843 .
- coating 860 includes fluid channels 822 , as shown in one embodiment in FIG. 48 , and in additional embodiments in FIG. 49 through FIG. 56 .
- Fluid channel 822 can extend through any portion of roof tile 820 .
- Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids through fluid channel 822 and roof tile 820 .
- Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids through fluid channel 822 and roof tile 820 for many different reasons, including, but not limited to water distribution, transferring heat between fluid channel 822 and roof tile 820 , or for conducting fluids through roof tile 820 and roof panel 812 for other reasons.
- fluid channels 822 are included in second layer 843 , but it is to be understood that fluid channel 822 can be included in roof tile 820 of FIG. 43 , or first layer 842 , or non-cementitious layer 867 . Fluid channels 822 will be discussed in more detail below.
- Roof tile 820 is often coupled to roof panel 812 with an adhesive suction bond. This eliminates mechanical attachments from the roof structure, improving the lifetime and weather resistance of a roof formed from roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 . In some embodiments roof panel 812 and/or roof tile 820 will last the life of the structure they are a part of, never requiring maintenance or replacement. Roof panels 812 and roof tiles 820 in some embodiments provide good thermal resistance characteristics, not allowing heat to transfer through roof panel 812 or roof tile 820 , improving the energy efficiency of the structure they are a part of Roof panels 812 and roof tiles 820 in some embodiments provide good thermal reflectance characteristics, such as by using ceramic in the layers.
- Roof panels 812 and/or roof tiles 820 can be formed in any size and shape. They are often coupled to the roof framing members in 4′ ⁇ 8′ sheets, for example, which minimizes the number of roof panels required and simplifies construction of a roof. Roof panels 812 and roof tiles 820 are light enough to be constructed and transported in large sizes. Roof panels 812 and roof tiles 820 provide superior weather and element protection for a building as compared to traditional roofing materials, and are structurally strong. In some embodiments roof panels 812 and/or roof tiles 820 are applied over existing roof elements.
- Roof panel 812 and/or roof tiles 820 can improve the lifetime of a new roof or a retrofit roof, make the structure energy efficient, and provide appealing look and feel to any new or existing roof.
- Roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 can include many different types of elements that allow utilities, light, air or other gasses to pass within or through roof panel 812 or roof tile 820 .
- Roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 can include fluid channels, for example but not by way of limitation. Fluid channels that run through or within roof panel 812 or roof tile 820 can be used for distributing water, fuel, cooling or heating fluids, for example.
- Roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 can include gas channels in some embodiments for the distribution of different gasses such as propane, oxygen, air, etc. Passing fluids or gases through roof panels 812 provides a safe and efficient way to distribute fluids and gasses.
- Roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 can include light pipes in some embodiments for the distribution of light through roof panels 812 and/or roof tiles 820 .
- FIG. 38 , FIG. 48 , and FIG. 49 through FIG. 56 shows and discuss the use of fluid channels 822 , but it is to be understood that fluid channels 822 can also be used as gas channels 822 or for distribution of utilities, electrical lines, light, etc.
- FIG. 49 shows an embodiment of roof panel 812 where roof panel 812 includes fluid channels 822 extending lengthwise through roof panel 812 .
- Fluid channels 822 extend lengthwise through roof panel 812 because they run within roof panel 812 across the length L of roof panel 812 .
- fluid channels 822 extend widthwise through roof panel 812 .
- fluid channels extend through roof panel 812 from top to bottom.
- Fluid channels 822 can extend through roof panel 812 in any different direction or pattern according to the needs of the specific building. Fluid channels 822 extend through roof panel 812 in the embodiments shown in FIG. 49 through FIG. 56 so that heat is transferred from roof panel 812 into fluid channel 822 and into the fluid that is conducted through fluid channel 822 .
- the heated fluid that is conducted through fluid channel 822 can then be sent to a water heater and used as hot water for the structure, or the heated fluid can be used to heat all or part of the structure that roof panel 812 is a part of, for example but not by way of limitation. It is to be understood that the there are many different uses and purposes to conduct fluid through fluid channels 822 of roof panel 812 . In this embodiment, fluid channels 822 absorb heat from roof panel 812 . The fluid being conducted through fluid channels 822 is heated. Pipes 920 conduct fluid to or from fluid channels 822 . Using fluid channels 822 to heat water can be an energy efficient way to provide heated water for a structure. In some embodiments the heated water is further heated at a central water heater or a point-of-use water heater.
- any increase in temperature provided by roof panels 812 heating the water provides a decrease in the energy costs of the building that roof panels 812 are a part of. Roof panels 812 are exposed to sunlight and heat and provide a convenient medium to transfer heat to water.
- fluid channels 822 extend through coating 860 .
- Fascia 922 can be formed of insulating structural block 140 and provides an aesthetically pleasing way to cover pipes 920 .
- Pipes 920 can be formed of PVC, metal, or any other material suitable for conducting fluids such as water.
- fluid channels 822 are used to deliver heated water to roof panel 812 . This is useful, for example, when the roof of a building is covered with snow. Delivering heated fluid to roof panel 812 can then melt the snow on the roof.
- FIG. 50 through FIG. 56 show example cross-sectional embodiments of roof panels 812 and roof tiles 820 that include fluid channels 822 .
- FIG. 50 shows a cross-section of roof panel 812 of FIG. 49 , with fluid channels 822 extending through coating 860 .
- Coating 860 in this embodiment includes first layer 862 , second layer 866 , and third layer 874 .
- third layer 874 includes a heat-absorbing material.
- Third layer 874 which includes a heat-absorbing material, is in thermal communication with fluid channel 822 so that heat is transferred from third layer 874 to fluid channel 822 .
- Fluid channels 822 in this embodiment are embedded in third layer 874 .
- third layer 874 covers a portion of fluid channels 822 .
- third layer 874 which includes a heat-absorbing material, is in thermal communication with fluid channel 822 .
- Thermal communication means that heat is passed between third layer 874 and fluid channel 822 .
- third layer 822 is a cementitious mixture.
- third layer 874 includes cement and a heat-absorbing material.
- Third layer 874 extends to top surface 834 of roof panel 812 , so that third layer 874 receives sunlight and can absorb heat from the sun, transferring this absorbed heat to fluid channel 822 .
- Fluid channel 822 often includes a fluid channel wall surrounding a fluid passageway, such as with a typical water pipe, but this is not meant to be limiting.
- fluid channels 822 are passageways formed directly in coating 860 , roof tile 820 , or core 858 , with no surrounding fluid channel wall.
- additional layers or coatings are applied to surfaces of roof panel 812 , such as top surface 834 for example.
- a finish layer is applied to top surface 834 that can add a desired color or provide a specific surface texture.
- first layer 862 includes cement, acrylic bonder, aggregate, and reinforcing mesh structure 870 , but this is not meant to be limiting.
- Second layer 866 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic material.
- Third layer 874 includes cement and a heat-absorbing material. It is to be understood that first layer 862 , second layer 866 , and third layer 874 can include any of the elements, materials, structure, or layers described or shown in this document as constituents of layers or coatings.
- fluid channels 822 extend through roof tile 820 , as shown in FIG. 51 .
- Roof tile 820 is formed separate from roof panel 812 , as discussed earlier. Roof tile 820 is then coupled to roof panel 812 with a suction bond, for example.
- first layer 842 of roof tile 812 is formed to be a roof tile core, surrounded by second layer 843 , as shown in FIG. 52 .
- second layer 843 includes reinforcing mesh structure 870 .
- roof tile 820 includes a core of insulating structural block 140 , as shown in FIG. 53 .
- FIG. 53 also shows that fluid channels 822 can be included in coating 860 on top surface 824 of roof panel core 858 , and coating 860 on bottom surface 826 of roof panel core 858 .
- Fluid channels 822 can extend through core 858 in some embodiments.
- Fluid channels 822 can extend through insulating structural block 140 , through frame 830 , or coating 860 , for example. It is to be understood that there are many different variations and embodiments that can be used to form roof panel 812 , roof tile 820 , and fluid channels 822 . Example embodiments are shown in the figures but these are not meant to be limiting.
- Fluid channels 822 can be embedded in coating 860 , first coating layer 862 , second coating layer 866 , or any other coatings or layers described in this document. In some embodiments fluid channel 822 is embedded in coating 160 or 560 described earlier, or in any of the layers of coating 160 or 560 described earlier, such as first coating layers 162 or 562 , or second coating layers 166 or 566 .
- FIG. 54 shows a cross-section of an embodiment of roof panel 812 where coating 860 includes insulating structural block 140 and fluid channels 822 .
- Insulating structural block 140 is used in coating 860 in this embodiment to provide a shape to coating 860 and roof panel 812 .
- coating 860 first layer 862 includes reinforcing mesh structure 870 .
- further layers are added to coating 860 .
- This embodiment includes fourth layer 868 . It is to be understood that further layers and coating can be applied for structural strength, aesthetics, or any other reason.
- Fourth layer 86 can be the same or similar to any of the other coatings and layers described in this document.
- first layer 862 and fourth layer 868 each include a reinforcing mesh structure 870 .
- roof panel core 858 includes corrugated metal structures. In some embodiments these corrugated metal structures encase fluid channels 822 . In some embodiments a pair of corrugated metal structures are a part of core 858 . The pair of corrugated metal structures enclose fluid channels 822 such that one corrugated metal structure is below a fluid channel 822 and one corrugated metal structure is above the fluid channel 822 . In some embodiments additional layers are added to roof panel 812 and/or roof tile 820 to provide desired qualities such as strength, protection, or aesthetics.
- Roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 provide a structurally sound, energy efficient and durable way to form a roof of a structure. Roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 are easy to construct, easy to form into roof 825 of building panel structure 810 , and can be made to look like any specific roof shape or color desired. Roof panel 812 and roof tile 820 can also be used as part of the heating or cooling system of the structure, or to distribute fluids, gasses, utilities, light, or other items that are distributed within building panel structure 810 .
- Roof panel 812 and roof tiles 820 can be used to form roof 825 using many different construction methods.
- roof panels 812 and/or roof tiles 820 are constructed away from the building site and coupled together at the site to create structure 810 .
- roof panels 812 and/or roof tiles 820 are partially constructed away from the building site, and finished at the building site. This finishing can take the form of adding further coatings, layers, and/or finish coatings.
- roof panels 812 and/or roof tiles 820 are fully constructed at the building site.
- coatings 860 are applied as wet mixtures after roof panel core 858 has been coupled to roof framing member 817 .
- Exemplary methods of forming a roof according to the invention are illustrated in FIG. 57 through FIG. 63 .
- FIG. 57 through FIG. 62 illustrate a method of forming a roof according to the invention, where some of the roof panel coatings or layers are applied after roof panel core 858 is coupled to roof framing members 817 .
- FIG. 63 illustrates method 2000 of forming a roof according to the invention, where roof panel 812 is formed, and then roof panel 812 is coupled to roof framing members 817 .
- FIG. 57 shows roof panel core 858 of roof panel 812 being coupled to roof framing members 817 (see FIG. 57 and FIG. 24 ).
- roof panel 812 already has coating 860 pre-applied to bottom surface 826 of roof panel core 858 , and first layer 862 pre-applied to top surface 824 of roof panel core 858 , but this is not meant to be limiting.
- Pre-applied means the coatings and/or layers were applied and allowed to cure before roof panel core 858 was coupled to roof framing members 858 .
- roof panel core 858 has no coatings or layers pre-applied.
- roof panel core 858 has some coatings or layers pre-applied.
- FIG. 58 shows a side view of roof panel 812 of FIG. 57 coupled to roof framing member 817 , with screed frame 933 being lowered onto roof panel 812 .
- more coating 860 layers are to be added to roof panel 812 .
- Screed frame 933 is temporarily placed on top of roof panel 812 to provide a screed reference, or thickness reference, for finishing the surface of the coating layers applied to roof panel 812 .
- Screed frame 933 is also used to form and shape the wet mixtures into the desired shape and texture.
- Wet coating mixture 865 which will become second layer 866 when cured, is placed into screed frame 933 as shown in FIG. 59 .
- wet mixture 865 is leveled and smoothed using screed frame 933 as a height reference, as shown in FIG. 60 and FIG. 61 .
- screed frame 933 is designed to make second coating layer 866 that is shaped like roof shake tiles, but it is to be understood that screed frame 933 can be shaped to form coating layers of any shape or thickness.
- second layer 866 of coating 860 is allowed to cure and becomes part of roof panel 812 .
- Core 858 can be formed first, with some or all of its coatings 860 applied. Those coatings or layers not pre-applied can be applied after core 858 is coupled to roof framing members 817 .
- FIG. 63 illustrates method 2000 of forming a roof according to the invention.
- Method 2000 includes step 2010 of forming a roof panel, where the roof panel includes an insulating structural block.
- Step 2010 of forming a roof panel, where the roof panel includes an insulating structural block can include many other steps.
- step 2010 includes the step of forming a roof panel core, where the roof panel core includes an insulating structural block.
- step 2010 includes the step of applying a first coating to a portion of the roof panel core, where the first coating includes cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
- Method 2000 also includes step 2020 of coupling the roof panel to a roof framing member of a building.
- Method 2000 can include many other steps.
- method 2000 includes the step of placing a screed frame on the roof panel.
- method 2000 includes the step of applying a wet first coating mixture to a portion of the roof panel, where the wet first coating mixture comprises cement, acrylic bonder, and aggregate.
- method 2000 includes the step of allowing the wet first coating mixture to cure.
- method 2000 includes the step of applying a wet second coating mixture over a portion of the cured first coating mixture, where the wet second coating mixture comprises cement, acrylic bonder, and ceramic.
- method 2000 includes the step of embedding a fluid channel in the wet second coating mixture before the wet second coating mixture is allowed to cure. In some embodiments method 2000 includes the step of embedding a reinforcing mesh in the wet second coating mixture before the wet second coating mixture is allowed to cure. In some embodiments method 2000 includes the step of removing the screed frame from the roof panel core.
- FIG. 64 through FIG. 67 show embodiments of building panels 212 and 312 according to the invention.
- Building panels 212 and 312 are similar to building panels 112 with the addition of flanges 231 , 233 , and 239 .
- FIG. 64 shows building panel core 258 .
- Building panel core 258 can be used to replace core 158 in building panel 112 or core 858 in roof panel 812 .
- FIG. 65 shows building panel 212 that includes core 258 .
- Building panel 212 includes core 258 and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described previously covering a portion of core 258 .
- Coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 can be a single coating layer or multiple coating layers as described previously in this document in the description of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 .
- Coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 cover a portion of core 258 .
- Core 258 in this embodiment has front surface 224 , rear surface 226 , top edge 253 , bottom edge 254 , first side edge 255 and second side edge 256 , as shown in FIG. 64 .
- Coating 160 , 560 , or 860 covers a portion of core 258 .
- one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers both front surface 224 and rear surface 226 of core 258 ( FIG. 65 ).
- Front surface 224 covered with one of coatings 150 , 560 , or 860 become first surface 214 of building panel 212 .
- Rear surface 226 covered with one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 becomes second surface 216 of building panel 212 in the embodiment shown in FIG. 65 .
- one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers other portions of core 258 and/or blocks 140 of core 258 .
- Coating 160 , 560 , or 860 can cover any portion of core 258 .
- Core 258 is formed in this embodiment of frame 230 and at least one insulating structural block 140 , as shown in FIG. 64 .
- core 258 includes more than one insulating structural block 140 .
- core 258 includes one insulating structural block 140 .
- insulating structural block 140 is molded around frame 230 .
- core 258 includes other elements in addition to frame 230 and insulating structural blocks 140 , such as electrical wires, water pipes or gas pipes, other utilities or elements needing to be sent through or within structure 110 or building panel 212 .
- frame 230 is embedded in insulating structural blocks 140 .
- Frame 230 being embedded in blocks 140 provides structural strength to core 258 and yet leaves most of the outer surface of core 258 as a surface of blocks 140 , so that the outer surface of core 258 can be easily shaped and covered with coating 160 , 560 , or 860 .
- one or more of the coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 often covers surfaces of insulating structural blocks 140 instead of frame 230 .
- This allows core 158 and building panel 112 to be shaped for aesthetically pleasing shapes, and provides the outer surface of core 258 as a surface of insulating structural blocks 140 , which accepts and retains coating 160 , 560 , or 860 for strength and exterior finishing.
- frame 230 is embedded in blocks 140 , there are portions of frame 230 , such as flanges 231 , 233 , and 239 to be discussed shortly, which are not covered by block 140 so that frame 230 can be connected to other frames and structures.
- Building panel 212 includes core 258 , which includes frame 230 .
- Frame 230 includes horizontal frame members 234 and 235 in this embodiment.
- Frame 230 and core 258 includes first frame member 234 and second frame member 235 .
- First frame member 234 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 .
- First frame member 234 extends approximately parallel to bottom edge 254 in this embodiment.
- First frame member 234 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D 1 from bottom edge 254 .
- Distance D 1 is measured from bottom edge 254 to approximately the center point of first frame member 234 . In this embodiment distance D 1 is about 14 inches.
- Distance D 1 is about 14 inches because that is the approximate placement of electrical outlets in houses—about 14 inches above the floor.
- first frame member 234 will be extending horizontally approximately parallel to the floor and about 14 inches above the floor.
- Electrical wires are run within first frame member 234 , which in this embodiment is formed of hollow metal box tubing. Electrical outlets can be placed on front surface 224 or rear surface 226 , and electrical wires can be easily extended between first frame member 234 and the electrical outlets (see, for example, electrical outlet 381 of building panel 312 in FIG. 66 ).
- distance D 1 is between about 12 inches and about 16 inches. It is to be understood that distance D 1 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use of building panel 212 . In some buildings distance D 1 is a distance other than between 12 and 16 inches that provides convenient access for utilities or other items that are run through or housed within first frame member 234 .
- Frame 230 of core 258 also includes second frame member 235 .
- Second frame member 235 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 .
- Second frame member 235 extends approximately parallel to bottom edge 254 .
- Second frame member 235 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D 2 from bottom edge 254 .
- distance D 2 is about 48 inches.
- Distance D 2 is about 48 inches because that is the approximate placement of electrical switches in houses—about 48 inches above the floor.
- second frame member 235 will be extending horizontally approximately parallel to the floor and about 48 inches above the floor.
- second frame member 235 which in this embodiment is hollow metal box tubing. Electrical switches can be placed on front surface 224 or rear surface 226 , and electrical wires can be easily extended between second frame member 235 and the electrical switches (see, for example, electrical switch 383 of building panel 312 in FIG. 66 ). In some embodiments distance D 2 is between about 42 inches and about 54 inches. It is to be understood that distance D 2 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use of building panel 212 . In some embodiments building panel 212 includes additional horizontal frame members, such as shown in FIG. 66 for building panel 312 .
- Frame 230 of core 258 also includes flanges 231 , 233 , and 239 (flange 239 not shown in FIG. 64 and FIG. 65 , but can be seen in FIG. 66 and FIG. 67 with regard to building panel 312 ).
- Flanges 231 , 233 , and 239 protrude from blocks 140 and are used to couple building panel 212 to structural elements such as vertical frame members 132 of a structure (see FIG. 67 ).
- Frame 230 of building panel 212 includes flange 233 which protrudes from first side edge 254 .
- Flange 233 is coupled to first frame member 234 and second frame member 235 .
- flange 233 When flange 233 is coupled to a structural element of a building such as a vertical frame member 132 , building panel 212 becomes a sturdy part of the building such as structure 110 shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 . In some embodiments flange 233 is coupled only to first frame member 234 . In some embodiments flange 233 is coupled only to second frame member 235 . In some embodiments flange 233 is coupled to other elements of frame 230 .
- Frame 230 of building panel 212 also includes flange 231 which protrudes from top edge 253 .
- Flange 231 is coupled to second frame member 235 .
- flange 231 is coupled to a structural element of a building or structure such as structure 110 .
- building panel 212 is rigidly and strongly coupled to the building or structure and becomes a part of the building or structure.
- flange 231 is coupled only to second frame member 235 .
- flange 231 is coupled to other elements of frame 230 .
- core 258 includes structures, elements, layers, or materials that create a building panel 212 according to the invention with the ability to provide specific types of protection.
- core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide protection from penetration such as from flying objects, projectiles such as bullets, or other items that could cause harm.
- core 258 encapsulates structures, layers, materials, or elements that block or slow down projectiles or other flying objects.
- core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in core 258 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 that block or slow down projectiles. These projectile-resistant elements can provide protection to inhabitants in dangerous areas from projectiles or from flying objects caused by extreme weather or accidents, for example.
- the protective layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, polymer, plastic, acrylic, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or other materials, or other forms.
- core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide sound attenuation or blockage.
- core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated by core 258 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 , that block or attenuate sound.
- These sound-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, machinery, vehicles, or other loud noise-generators.
- These sound-deadening layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, polymer, plastic, acrylic, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the sound-deadening materials form anechoic devices or layers.
- core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide radiation attenuation or blockage.
- core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated by core 258 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 that block or attenuate radiation.
- the radiation blocked or attenuated can take many forms, including electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic pulses, radio frequency radiation, optical radiation, x-rays, nuclear radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of radiation. These radiation-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, electromagnetic pulses, or acts of God.
- radiation-shielding layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, one or more layers of lead, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms.
- the radiation-deadening materials form an element that reflects certain types of radiation.
- the radiation-deadening materials form an element that absorbs certain types of radiation.
- the radiation-deadening materials form an element that provides electromagnetic shielding.
- core 258 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding.
- core 258 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide chemical attenuation or blockage.
- core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated by core 258 , embedded in blocks 140 , or sandwiched between blocks 140 that block or attenuate one or more specific chemicals.
- the chemicals blocked or attenuated can take many forms, natural or man-made.
- the chemical attenuating or blocking elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, or acts of God.
- These layers can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms.
- the chemical-blocking materials form an element that absorbs certain types of chemicals.
- Building panel core 258 of building panel 212 has a coating covering a portion of core 258 .
- one or more of coating 160 , coating 560 , or coating 860 covers a portion of core 258 .
- One or more of coating 160 , coating 560 , or coating 860 covers a portion of blocks 140 of building panel core 258 in this embodiment.
- coating 160 as described earlier covers a portion of core 258 .
- coating 160 is a single layer coating 160 as shown in FIG. 11 and described earlier.
- coating 160 has more than one coating layer as shown in FIG. 12 through FIG. 16 and described earlier.
- coating 160 includes a first coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
- coating 160 includes first coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and a synthetic bonder. In some embodiments coating 160 includes a second coating layer 164 covering a portion of first coating layer 162 , where second coating layer 164 comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
- coating 560 as described earlier and shown in FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 covers a portion of core 258 .
- coating 560 include first coating layer 562 as described earlier, where first coating layer 562 includes a plurality of crests and valleys.
- coating 560 includes second layer 566 that covers the plurality of crests and valleys.
- the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and 1 ⁇ 2 inch.
- the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and 3 ⁇ 4 inch.
- the plurality of crests have an average height of between 1 ⁇ 8 inch and 3 ⁇ 4 inch.
- the plurality of crests have an average height of between 1/16 inch and 1 inch.
- coating 860 as described earlier and shown in FIG. 25 through FIG. 38 and FIG. 49 and FIG. 50 covers a portion of core 258 . It is to be understood that building panel 212 can includes any of the elements, structures, coating, coating ingredients, layers, or items used or described in this document.
- FIG. 66 and FIG. 67 show an embodiment of building panel 312 .
- Building panel 312 is similar to building panel 112 and building panel 212 and similar numbering is used to designate similar elements.
- Building panel 312 includes core 358 and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described previously covering a portion of core 358 .
- Coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 can be a single coating layer or multiple coating layers as described previously in this document in the description of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 .
- one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers the rear surface of core 358 , which becomes second surface 316 of building panel 312 .
- one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers the front surface of core 358 , which becomes first surface 314 of building panel 312 . In some embodiments one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers other portions of core 358 and/or blocks 140 of core 358 . Coating 160 , 560 , or 860 can cover any portion of core 358 .
- Core 358 is formed in this embodiment of frame 330 and at least one insulating structural block 140 .
- core 358 includes other elements in addition to frame 330 and insulating structural blocks 140 , such as electrical wires, water pipes or gas pipes, other utilities or elements needing to be sent through or within structure 110 or building panel 312 .
- Frame 330 includes horizontal frame members 234 and 235 in this embodiment, where horizontal frame members 234 and 235 are the same as explained earlier with regard to building panel 212 .
- First frame member 234 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D 1 from bottom edge 254 .
- distance D 1 is about 14 inches.
- Distance D 1 is about 14 inches because that is the approximate placement of electrical outlets in houses—about 14 inches above the floor.
- Electrical outlet 381 is placed on first surface 314 as shown in FIG. 66 , and electrical wires are extended between first frame member 234 and the electrical outlet 381 . In some embodiments distance D 1 is between about 12 inches and about 16 inches.
- distance D 1 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use of building panel 312 .
- distance D 1 is a distance other than between 12 and 16 inches that provides convenient access for utilities or other items that are run through or housed within first frame member 234 .
- Frame 330 of core 358 also includes second frame member 235 .
- Second frame member 235 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 .
- Second frame member 235 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D 2 from bottom edge 254 .
- distance D 2 is about 48 inches.
- Electrical wires are run within second frame member 235 , which in this embodiment is hollow metal box tubing.
- Electrical switch 383 is placed on first surface 314 and electrical wires are extended between second frame member 235 and electrical switch 383 .
- distance D 2 is between about 42 inches and about 54 inches. It is to be understood that distance D 2 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use of building panel 312 .
- Frame 330 of core 358 also includes third frame member 236 .
- Third frame member 236 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 .
- Third frame member 236 extends horizontally from first side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D 3 from bottom edge 254 .
- distance D 3 is about 84 inches.
- Electrical wires are run within third frame member 236 , which in this embodiment is hollow metal box tubing.
- Distance D 3 is about 84 inches because this distance is a common distance above floors—near the ceiling, for placing other electrical outlets, switches, appliances, outlets for lights and ceiling fans, etc.
- distance D 3 is between about 78 inches and about 90 inches. It is to be understood that distance D 3 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use of building panel 312 .
- Frame 330 of core 358 also includes flanges 231 , 233 ( FIG. 67 ), and 239 ( FIG. 66 ).
- Flanges 231 , 233 , and 239 protrude from blocks 140 and are used to couple building panel 312 to structural elements such as vertical frame members 132 of a structure as shown in FIG. 67 .
- Flange 233 is as described above with respect to building panel 212 .
- Frame 330 of building panel 212 includes flange 239 which protrudes from second side edge 256 .
- Flange 239 is coupled to first frame member 234 , second frame member 235 , and third frame member 236 . When flange 239 is coupled to a structural element of a building such as a vertical frame member 132 as shown in FIG.
- flange 239 is coupled only to first frame member 234 . In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled only to second frame member 235 . In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled only to third frame member 236 . In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled to first frame member 234 and to second frame member 235 . In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled to other elements of frame 330 .
- Frame 330 of building panel 212 also includes flange 231 which protrudes from top edge 253 .
- Flange 231 is coupled to fourth frame member 238 .
- flange 231 is coupled to a structural element of a building or structure such as structure 110 , such as roof truss 133 or vertical frame member 132
- building panel 312 is rigidly and strongly coupled to the building or structure and becomes a part of the building or structure.
- core 358 includes structures, elements, layers, or materials that create a building panel 312 according to the invention with the ability to provide specific types of protection, as explained earlier with regard to building panels 112 and building panels 212 .
- Building panel 312 can include any of these structures, elements, layers or materials.
- Building panel core 358 of building panel 312 has a coating covering a portion of core 358 .
- one or more of coating 160 , coating 560 , or coating 860 covers a portion of core 358 .
- One or more of coating 160 , coating 560 , or coating 860 covers a portion of blocks 140 of building panel core 358 in this embodiment.
- coating 160 as described earlier covers a portion of core 358 .
- coating 160 is a single layer coating 160 as shown in FIG. 11 and described earlier.
- coating 160 has more than one coating layer as shown in FIG. 12 through FIG. 16 and described earlier.
- coating 160 includes a first coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
- coating 160 includes first coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and a synthetic bonder. In some embodiments coating 160 includes a second coating layer 164 covering a portion of first coating layer 162 , where second coating layer 164 comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
- coating 560 as described earlier and shown in FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 covers a portion of core 358 .
- coating 560 include first coating layer 562 as described earlier, where first coating layer 562 includes a plurality of crests and valleys.
- coating 560 includes second layer 566 that covers the plurality of crests and valleys.
- the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and 1 ⁇ 2 inch.
- the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and 3 ⁇ 4 inch.
- the plurality of crests have an average height of between 1 ⁇ 8 inch and 3 ⁇ 4 inch.
- the plurality of crests have an average height of between 1/16 inch and 1 inch.
- coating 860 as described earlier and shown in FIG. 25 through FIG. 38 and FIG. 49 and FIG. 50 covers a portion of core 358 .
- building panel 212 can includes any of the elements, structures, coating, coating ingredients, layers, or items used or described in this document.
- Coating 160 , 560 , or 860 can include fluid channels to pass fluid through building panel 312 , as described earlier regarding fluid channels 822 . The fluid can be used to heat or cool building panel 312 , or to pass heating or cooling fluids through building panel 312 .
- FIG. 67 shows that vertical frame members 132 and roof trusses 133 are built on footer 190 . Building panels 212 or 312 are then coupled to vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 , as shown in FIG. 67 .
- FIG. 67 shows a pre-formed building panel 312 that is being placed against vertical frame members 132 . Building panel 312 is coupled to vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 to form a building or structure. Building panel 312 is coupled to vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 by coupling flange 231 , 233 , and/or 239 to vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 .
- Building panels 212 or 312 are pre-fabricated at a factory or fabricated on-site. Preformed building panels 212 or 312 are coupled to vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 to form a building or structure such as structure 110 . Items such as electrical wires, audio/visual cables, heating and cooling conduits, radiant heating or cooling tubes, tubing for solar heating or cooling, water pipes, or other facilities which need to be distributed throughout the building or structure such as building panel house 110 that is being built, are run through horizontal members 234 , 235 , and/or 236 . Building panels 212 and 312 are advantageous because they can be pre-fabricated and then shipped to the building site, where they are coupled to vertical members 132 or other building structural elements.
- Building panel structure 110 or other buildings or structures that are built can be easily made to be an energy efficient, net-zero structure using building panels 212 and 312 .
- FIG. 64 through FIG. 67 show how horizontal members 234 , 235 , and 236 of building panels 212 and 312 are strategically placed to allow access to electrical wires that are run through horizontal members 234 , 235 , and 236 , and that the electrical access is at the proper height.
- first horizontal member 234 is positioned 12 to 16 inches above floor height, where electrical outlets are placed.
- Second horizontal member 235 is positioned 4 feet above floor level, where electrical switches are positioned.
- Third horizontal member 236 is placed at 7 feet above floor level where electrical wires can be run to ceilings for lights and fans, for example. Horizontal members that are placed at these heights allow easy access to electrical wires or other support elements that are run through frame 330 members.
- building panels 212 or 312 as shown in FIG. 64 through FIG. 67 can be applied to the outside of existing structures to make them more energy efficient, or to add other support or protection features that building panels 212 or 312 can provide, such as penetration resistance, ballistic resistance, EMI, RFI, or radiation shielding, fire resistance, or other properties provided by building panel 212 and 312 .
- FIG. 68 through FIG. 70 show embodiments of building panels that include various further embodiments of building panel cores, where the building panel cores are different than those already described in this document.
- the building panels and building panel cores shown in FIG. 68 through FIG. 70 and described herein can be used interchangeably with any of the building panels or building panel cores described elsewhere in this document.
- FIG. 68 shows building panel 1112 , which includes building panel core 1158 and one or more than one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covering a portion of building panel core 1158 .
- Building panel core 1158 includes cement block 142 , wallboard 144 and EPS foam block 140 .
- Wallboard 144 can be any type of wallboard used in the construction trades. In some embodiments wallboard 144 is replaced with construction board 710 described earlier. In some embodiments cement blocks 142 are replaced with other cementitious structures such as brick.
- One of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers a portion of core 1158 , in this embodiment covering surface 1124 of core 1158 . In this embodiment surface 1124 is a surface of foam block 140 .
- Building panel 1112 can include any of the elements, components, structures, coatings, or coating layers that are described in this document regarding other building panels and coatings. Building panel core 1158 can be used in place of any of the other building panel cores described in this document.
- FIG. 69 shows building panel 1212 , which includes building panel core 1258 and one or more than one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covering a portion of building panel core 1258 .
- Building panel core 1258 includes frame 130 , which in this embodiment is steel frame members 130 , insulation 146 , wallboard 144 or construction board 710 , and EPS foam block 140 as shown in FIG. 69 .
- Wallboard 144 can be any type of wallboard used in the construction trades. In some embodiments wallboard 144 is replaced with construction board 710 described earlier.
- Insulation 146 can be any insulating element.
- One of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers a portion of core 1258 , in this embodiment covering surface 1224 of core 1258 .
- surface 1224 is a surface of foam block 140 .
- Building panel 1212 can include any of the elements, components, structures, coatings, or coating layers that are described in this document regarding other building panels and coatings.
- Building panel core 1258 can be used in place of any of the other building panel cores described in this document.
- FIG. 70 shows building panel 1312 , which includes building panel core 1358 and one or more than one of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covering a portion of building panel core 1358 .
- Building panel core 1358 includes frame 330 , which in this embodiment is wood frame members 330 , insulation 146 , wallboard 144 or construction board 710 , and EPS foam block 140 as shown in FIG. 70 .
- Wallboard 144 can be any type of wallboard used in the construction trades. In some embodiments wallboard 144 is replaced with construction board 710 described earlier.
- Insulation 146 can be any insulating element.
- One of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covers a portion of core 1358 , in this embodiment covering surface 1324 of core 1358 .
- surface 1324 is a surface of foam block 140 .
- Building panel 1312 can include any of the elements, components, structures, coatings, or coating layers that are described in this document regarding other building panels and coatings.
- Building panel core 1358 can be used in place of any of the other building panel cores described in this document.
- FIG. 71 through FIG. 76 show further embodiments of building panels according to the invention, where these embodiments of building panels according to the invention are formed by covering a portion of an existing wall structure with one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 according to the invention.
- Coatings 160 , 560 and/or 860 are used to cover, or retrofit, existing wall structures or surfaces of existing buildings.
- an EPS foam block is used to cover the existing wall structure or surface before applying coating 160 , 560 , and/or 860 .
- Applying coatings 160 , 560 , and/or 860 to exiting walls structures and/or other surfaces of buildings has several advantages, including increasing the energy efficiency of the building, increasing the thermal resistance of the wall or surface, providing a continuous insulation over the building surfaces, increasing the strength of the wall or building surface, and providing any or all of the other types of protection that building panels 112 , 212 , 312 , or 812 can provide as described earlier.
- Building panel 112 , 212 , 312 , and 812 can provide penetration protections, EMI and RFI protection as well as other types of radiation protection, fire protection, fire barriers, and fire resistance, chemical barriers, for example.
- FIG. 71 shows building panel 1412 .
- Building panel 1412 includes building panel core 1458 and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covering a portion of building panel core 1458 .
- Building panel core 1458 includes existing wall structure 1400 and first piece of EPS foam block 140 a .
- Building panel 1412 is formed to retrofit existing wall structure 1400 by covering outer surface 1464 of existing wall structure 1400 with first piece of EPS foam 140 a and coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 .
- Existing wall structure 1400 is retrofitted by applying first piece of EPS foam 140 a to outer surface 1464 of existing wall structure 1400 and then covering a portion of surface 1424 of first piece of EPS foam 140 a with one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described earlier.
- existing wall structure 1400 is existing block wall structure 1400 .
- Existing block wall structure 1400 includes cement block(s) 142 covered with an exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) layer 148 .
- EIFS exterior insulation and finish system
- Cement block 142 is covered on one surface in this embodiment with wall board 144 or construction board 710 .
- the interior surface of cement block 142 is often the surface covered with wall board 144 or construction board 710 .
- EIFS layer 148 Another surface of cement block 142 of existing wall structure 1400 is covered with EIFS layer 148 .
- EIFS layer 148 often covers an exterior surface of cement block 142 .
- EIFS layer 148 in this embodiment includes second piece of EPS foam 140 b , and cementitious adhesive coating 147 covering second piece of EPS foam 140 b .
- fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded in cementitious adhesive coating 147 .
- the designation of “first” and “second” piece of EPS foam is not meant to designate priority or sequence. In this instance second piece of EPS foam 140 b is used first—it is built as part of existing wall structure 1400 . Later when existing wall structure 1400 is being retrofitted—first piece of EPS foam 140 a is added over EIFS layer 148 .
- Retrofitting existing cement block wall structure 1400 in this way provides advantages of thermal efficiency, strength, and protection from radiation, sound energy, or penetration as can be provided by coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described earlier.
- Coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 can provide a layer of continuous insulation over existing wall structure 1400 .
- FIG. 72 shows an embodiment where first piece of EPS foam 140 a is eliminated in the retrofit of existing wall structure 1400 .
- First piece of EPS foam 140 a can be eliminated in situations where the thermal resistance provided by first piece of EPS foam 140 a is not needed, for example.
- building panel 1512 includes core 1558 , which comprises existing cement block wall structure 1400 , and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , and/or 860 covering a portion of core 1558 .
- existing block wall structure 1400 is retrofitted by applying coating 160 , 560 , and/or 860 to outer surface 1464 of existing wall structure 1400 .
- FIG. 73 shows building panel 1612 .
- Building panel 1612 includes building panel core 1658 and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covering a portion of building panel core 1658 .
- Building panel core 1658 includes existing wall structure 1600 and first piece of EPS foam block 140 a .
- Building panel 1612 is formed to retrofit existing wall structure 1600 by covering outer surface 1664 of existing wall structure 1600 with first piece of EPS foam 140 a and coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 .
- Existing wall structure 1600 is retrofitted by applying first piece of EPS foam 140 a to outer surface 1664 of existing wall structure 1600 and then covering a portion of surface 1624 of first piece of EPS foam 140 a with one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described earlier.
- existing wall structure 1600 is existing steel frame wall structure 1600 .
- Existing steel frame wall structure 1600 includes steel frame members 130 , wallboard 144 (or construction board 710 ), second piece of EPS foam 140 b , and EIFS layer 148 covering a portion of second piece of EPS foam 140 b .
- Existing steel frame wall structure 1600 can be any steel frame wall structure used to form buildings, structures, walls, etc.
- existing steel frame wall structure 1600 includes steel frame members 130 , which form the frame of existing steel frame wall structure 1600 and building panel 1612 .
- Wallboard 144 or construction board 710 as described earlier is coupled to steel frame 130 and contains insulation 146 in existing steel frame wall structure 1600 .
- Insulation 146 which can be any insulating material, is contained between the wallboards 140 or construction boards 710 .
- a portion of a wallboard 144 or construction board 710 of existing steel frame wall structure 1600 is covered with EIFS layer 148 .
- EIFS layer 148 covers a portion of wallboard 144 or construction board 710 .
- EIFS layer 148 in this embodiment includes second piece of EPS foam 140 b , and cementitious adhesive coating 147 covering second piece of EPS foam 140 b .
- fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded in cementitious adhesive coating 147 .
- the designation of “first” and “second” piece of EPS foam is not meant to designate priority or sequence.
- second piece of EPS foam 140 b is used first—it is built as part of existing wall structure 1600 . Later when existing wall structure 1600 is being retrofitted—first piece of EPS foam 140 a is added over EIFS layer 148 .
- Retrofitting existing steel frame wall structure 1600 in this way provides advantages of thermal efficiency, strength, and protection from radiation, sound energy, or penetration as provided by coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described earlier.
- Coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 can provide a layer of continuous insulation over existing wall structure 1600 .
- FIG. 74 shows an embodiment where first piece of EPS foam 140 a is eliminated in the retrofit of existing wall structure 1600 .
- First piece of EPS foam 140 a can be eliminated in situations where the thermal resistance provided by first piece of EPS foam 140 a is not needed, for example.
- building panel 1712 includes core 1758 , which comprises existing steel frame wall structure 1600 , and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , and/or 860 covering a portion of core 1758 .
- existing block wall structure 1600 is retrofitted by applying coating 160 , 560 , and/or 860 to outer surface 1664 of existing wall structure 1600 .
- FIG. 75 shows building panel 1812 .
- Building panel 1812 includes building panel core 1858 and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 covering a portion of building panel core 1858 .
- Building panel core 1858 includes existing wall structure 1800 and first piece of EPS foam block 140 a .
- Building panel 1812 is formed to retrofit existing wall structure 1800 by covering outer surface 1864 of existing wall structure 1800 with first piece of EPS foam 140 a and coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 .
- Existing wall structure 1800 is retrofitted by applying first piece of EPS foam 140 a to outer surface 1864 of existing wall structure 1800 and then covering a portion of surface 1824 of first piece of EPS foam 140 a with one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described earlier.
- existing wall structure 1800 is existing wood frame wall structure 1800 .
- Existing wood frame wall structure 1800 includes wood frame members 330 , wallboard 144 (or construction board 710 ) coupled to wood frame members 330 , metal lath 155 coupled to a portion of wallboard 144 or construction board 710 , and stucco coating 157 coupled to metal lath 155 .
- Existing wood frame wall structure 1800 can be any wood frame wall structure used to form buildings, structures, walls, etc.
- existing wood frame wall structure 1800 includes wood frame members 330 , which form the frame of existing wood frame wall structure 1800 and building panel 1812 .
- Wallboard 144 or construction board 710 as described earlier is coupled to wood frame 330 and contains insulation 146 in existing wood frame wall structure 1800 .
- Insulation 146 which can be any insulating material, is contained between the wallboards 140 or construction boards 710 of existing wood frame wall structure 1800 .
- a portion of a wallboard 144 or construction board 710 of existing wood frame wall structure 1600 is covered with metal lath 155 and stucco 157 .
- Metal lath 155 and stucco 157 form the exterior part of existing wood frame wall structure 1800 , as is known in the art of forming wood frame and stucco wall structures.
- Retrofitting existing wood frame wall structure 1800 in this way provides advantages of thermal efficiency, strength, and protection from any radiation, sound energy, or penetration that can be provided by coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 as described earlier.
- Coatings 160 , 560 , or 860 can provide a layer of continuous insulation over existing wall structure 1800 .
- FIG. 76 shows an embodiment where first piece of EPS foam 140 a is eliminated in the retrofit of existing wall structure 1800 .
- First piece of EPS foam 140 a can be eliminated in situations where the thermal resistance provided by first piece of EPS foam 140 a is not needed, for example.
- building panel 1912 includes core 1958 , which comprises existing wood frame wall structure 1800 , and one or more of coatings 160 , 560 , and/or 860 covering a portion of core 1958 .
- existing block wall structure 1800 is retrofitted by applying coating 160 , 560 , and/or 860 to outer surface 1864 of existing wall structure 1600 .
- FIG. 77 illustrates method 2100 of retrofitting an outer surface of an existing wall structure of a building.
- Method 2100 includes step 2110 of coupling a first piece of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam to the outer surface of the existing wall structure of the building.
- Method 2100 also includes step 2120 of applying a first coating layer to a portion of the first piece of EPS foam, wherein the first coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
- the first coating layer can be coating layer 162 of coating 160 as described earlier, for example and as shown in FIG. 10 through FIG. 16 .
- the first coating layer can be coating layer 562 of coating 560 as described earlier, for example and as shown in FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 .
- the first coating layer can be coating layer 862 of coating 860 as described earlier, for example and as shown in FIG. 34 through FIG. 38 .
- step 2120 includes embedding a fluid channel in the first coating layer.
- the first coating layer can include any of the components, elements, or layers described earlier.
- Method 2100 also includes step 2130 of applying a second coating layer to a portion of the first coating layer, wherein the second coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
- the second coating layer can be coating layer 166 of coating 160 as described earlier, for example and as shown in FIG. 10 through FIG. 16 .
- the second coating layer can be coating layer 566 of coating 560 as described earlier, for example and as shown in FIG. 17 through FIG. 21 .
- the second coating layer can be coating layer 866 of coating 860 as described earlier, for example and as shown in FIG. 34 through FIG. 38 .
- step 2130 includes embedding a fluid channel in the second coating layer.
- the second coating layer can include any of the components, elements, or layers described earlier.
- Method 2100 can include many other steps.
- method 2100 includes the step of covering a portion of the first coating layer with a fire barrier material before applying the second coating layer.
- the existing wall structure of the building comprises a cement block. In some embodiments of method 2100 the existing wall structure comprises a cement block; a second piece of EPS foam covering a portion of the cement block; and a cementitious adhesive coating covering a portion of the second piece of EPS foam.
- the existing wall structure of the building comprises a wood frame; a wallboard coupled to the wood frame; a metal lath coupled to the wallboard; and a stucco coating coupled to the metal lath.
- the existing wall structure of the building comprises a steel frame; a wallboard coupled to the steel frame; a second piece of EPS foam covering a portion of the wall board; and a cementitious adhesive coating covering a portion of the second piece of EPS foam.
- the existing wall structure of method 2100 can be any existing wall structure that forms a part of any building or structure, including wood walls, log walls, concrete walls, brick walls, foam walls, earth walls, etc.
- FIG. 78 illustrates method 2200 of forming a building panel.
- Method 2200 is a novel method of forming a building panel that includes molding the building panel frame and the EPS foam together in a mold such as an injection mold to form the building panel in one molding step.
- the EPS foam blocks were expanded and formed first, then the EPS foam blocks are cut and shaped to fit around the frame. This requires more labor than molding the building panel EPS blocks around the frame, and it requires more time for aging of the foam blocks.
- EPS foam blocks are usually expanded into shapes and then aged for 14 days for stability and strength of the EPS foam block. Then after aging the EPS foam blocks, the foam blocks are cut into the desired final size and shape.
- Method 2200 as illustrated in FIG.
- the EPS foam beads are pre-expanded, often using steam heat, and then aged for no more than about 24-30 hours. Then the pre-expanded foam beads are placed into the mold in which the frame has already been positioned. The pre-expanded foam beads receive heat and pressure to mold the EPS beads around the frame into a shape that is predetermined by the shape of the mold. The shape of the mold is determined by the needs of the building. Once the EPS is molded around the frame, forming a building panel core, the building panel core can be handled and transported using the frame, which results in less damage to the building panel core. In addition, no cutting and fitting of EPS foam pieces around the frame is required, decreasing labor and time to manufacture the building panel cores. The completed building panel core needs no further aging and can be transported to the construction site.
- Method 2200 of forming a building panel includes step 2210 of expanding a portion of polystyrene foam beads.
- Method 2200 of forming a building panel also includes step 2220 of placing a metal frame into a building panel mold.
- Method 2200 of forming a building panel also includes step 2230 of placing the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into the building panel mold, and step 2240 of molding the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into a predetermined shape around the metal frame.
- Method 2200 can include many other steps.
- method 2200 further comprises aging the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads after the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads is expanded, and before the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads is placed in the mold.
- aging the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads extends for a time less than or equal to 30 hours.
- step 2210 of expanding a portion of polystyrene foam beads comprises applying steam to the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads.
- step 2240 of molding the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into a predetermined shape around the metal frame comprises applying steam and pressure to the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads.
- building panel structures can be formed from building panels and roof panels, resulting in strong, energy efficient, and visually appealing structures for houses, commercial buildings, bridges, offices, hotels, or any other structure or edifice to be built.
Abstract
A building panel structure is disclosed, in which building panels are used to form a structure. Roof panels and roof panel tiles are disclosed, which can be used to form the roof of the structure. The roof panels and the building panels include a core and a coating covering a portion of the core. In some embodiments the core consists of a frame and at least one insulating structural block. The insulating structural blocks can be encapsulated polystyrene (EPS) foam blocks. In some embodiments the coating includes ceramic material. In some embodiments the coating includes a first layer and a second layer. In some embodiments the coating is used to retrofit existing wall structures. The roof panel and the roof tile can be shaped, formed, and colored to look like traditional roof tiles such as shake roof tiles or Spanish roof tiles.
Description
- This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/954,239 to John Eugene Propst entitled “Roof Panel and Method of Forming a Roof,” filed Jul. 30, 2013, which is included entirely herein by reference. This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/954,339 to John Eugene Propst entitled “Building Panel System,” filed Jul. 30, 2013, which is included entirely herein by reference. This application also claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 61/740,110 to John Eugene Propst entitled “Building Panel System”, filed Dec. 20, 2012, which is included entirely herein by reference. U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/954,239 is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/431,053 to John Eugene Propst entitled “Building Panel System,” filed Mar. 27, 2012, which is included entirely herein by reference. U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/954,239 is also a continuation-in-part of International patent application number PCT/US2012/048065 filed Jul. 25, 2012, which is included entirely herein by reference. U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/431,053 is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/362,947 to John Eugene Propst, filed Jan. 31, 2012 and now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,458,983, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/110,706 to John Eugene Propst, filed May 18, 2011 and now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 8,127,509, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/844,163 to John Eugene Propst, filed Jul. 27, 2010 and now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 7,984,594, which is a non-provisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 61/296,616, to John Eugene Propst, filed Jan. 20, 2010 and entitled “Layered Building Panel System”. U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/431,053 also claims priority to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 61/511,891 to John Eugene Propst entitled “Composite Building and Panel Systems”, filed Jul. 26, 2011, and to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 61/560,897 to John Eugene Propst entitled “Composite Panel Coating Systems”, filed Nov. 17, 2011, which are included entirely herein by reference.
- 1. Technical Field
- This invention relates generally to materials for constructing buildings and structures and more specifically to building panels and roof panels used to form walls, roofs, or other parts of a building or structure.
- 2. State of the Art
- Buildings have historically been constructed of brick, cement block, wood frame and stucco or, more recently, steel frame and stucco. The material and techniques used in constructing buildings is evolving in an effort to reduce cost, increase energy efficiency, reduce the amount of wood usage in buildings, and to reduce material waste. Cement block and brick construction requires a large amount of manpower to create a building, which raises the cost of the building. Wood has long been a staple material in building construction, but recently there is a desire to preserve forest resources. Wood is inherently more susceptible to damage from inclement weather, moisture, mold, fire, and insect infestation. Also, when wood is used to create a building there can be a large amount of waste. This is because standard sized boards are sent to the construction site, which must be cut and assembled at the building site into a building. The labor involved in cutting lumber to size results in high labor costs and a large amount of lumber wasted from boards cut to size.
- It is also desirable to increase the energy efficiency of buildings in order to reduce the energy costs during the lifetime of the building. Cement block, brick, and wood frame and stucco construction do not provide the high level of energy efficiency that can be obtained from newer materials.
- Foam blocks have become a popular alternative and are environmentally sustainable as compared to traditional wood, cement block, and brick construction materials. Foam block systems are lightweight, can be molded or formed into any needed shape, result in a thermally efficient building construction, and require less skilled manpower to form into a building structure. Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a resistance to moisture, mold, fire and insect damage. The foam blocks are constructed using materials which are recyclable and renewable, provide good insulating qualities, and are often themselves made from recycled materials. Alternatively, construction blocks can also be made from other environmentally friendly materials such as straw, wood fibers, paper, and glass, for example.
- One problem with some of the new building materials such as foam block is that the structural strength of a building element that is made with foam blocks may not be as high as when wood, brick or cement block are used to form the building element. This can be particularly important in areas where buildings are required to withstand high winds or earthquakes. There is a need for a building panel system which minimizes construction time, uses environmentally friendly materials, and results in a building with high structural strength and structural integrity.
- The roof of a building or structure is of particular importance to the energy consumption of the complete building. When the heat transfer through the roof of a building is minimized, the energy efficiency of the whole building can be maximized. Thus there is a need for composite building panels specifically designed for use in the roof of a building.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment ofstructure 110 according to the invention. -
FIG. 2 showsstructure 110 ofFIG. 1 with the outer finish layers removed, showing thatstructure 110 is formed ofbuilding panels -
FIG. 3 is a perspective view of one embodiment ofcomposite building panel 112 according to the invention. -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view ofcore 158 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 3 . -
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of one embodiment of insulatingstructural block 140 that can be a part ofcore 158 according to the invention, which is part ofbuilding panel 112 according to the invention ofFIG. 3 . -
FIG. 6 is a perspective view of another embodiment of insulatingstructural block 140 having interlocking features 150. This embodiment of insulatingstructural block 140 is a part ofcore 158 ofFIG. 4 , which is part ofbuilding panel 112 according to the invention ofFIG. 3 . -
FIG. 7 is a top view of two interlocked insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 3 , with insulatingstructural blocks 140 having interlockingfeatures 150. -
FIG. 8 shows a perspective view ofcore 158 withcoating 160 according to the invention applied, creatingbuilding panel 112 ofbuilding panel structure 110 according to the invention. -
FIG. 9 shows horizontal cross-section 7-7 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 8 . -
FIG. 10 shows vertical cross-section 8-8 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 8 . -
FIG. 11 shows a close-up cross-section of one embodiment ofcoating 160 according to the invention taken atsection 9 ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 12 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment ofcoating 160 according to the invention taken atsection 9 ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 13 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment ofcoating 160 according to the invention taken atsection 9 ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 14 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment ofcoating 160 according to the invention taken atsection 9 ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 15 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment ofcoating 160 according to the invention taken atsection 9 ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 16 shows a close-up cross-section of another embodiment ofcoating 160 according to the invention taken atsection 9 ofFIG. 10 . -
FIG. 17 shows a close-up cross-section of an embodiment ofcoating 560 according to the invention that can be used on buildingpanel 112 ofFIG. 10 instead of coating 160. -
FIG. 18 shows a cross section of an embodiment ofinner scratch layer 562 according to the invention, where secondscratch layer B 563 hascrests 572 andvalleys 574. -
FIG. 19 shows scratchlayer 562 ofFIG. 18 after thewet scratch layer 562 coating mixture material has slumped and settled, which results in the rounding off ofcrests 572 andvalleys 574 into more curvilinear shapes as shown inFIG. 19 , and showing the height H, half-width WH, and period P ofcrests 572. -
FIG. 20 shows a cross-section of an embodiment ofcoating 560 according to the invention, where mainbrown layer 566 has been applied overinner scratch layer 562 ofFIG. 19 . -
FIG. 21 shows a cross section of an embodiment ofcoating 560 according to the invention, where mainbrown layer 566 has been applied overscratch layer 562 ofFIG. 19 , andfiberglass mesh 770 has been embedded in mainbrown layer 566 while mainbrown layer 566 is still wet. -
FIG. 22 shows howcoatings core 158 such thatcoatings form construction board 710 according to the invention. -
FIG. 23 shows a side view cross-section ofconstruction board 710 ofFIG. 22 . -
FIG. 24 shows a perspective view of an embodiment of buildingpanel structure 810, withroof 825 formed using a plurality ofroof panels 812 according to the invention. -
FIG. 25 shows a perspective view of an embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention, whereroof panel 812 includescore 858 andcoating 860 covering a portion ofcore 858.Core 858 in this embodiment includes insulatingstructural block 140. -
FIG. 26 shows a perspective view of another embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention, whereroof panel 812 includescore 858 andcoating 860 covering a portion ofcore 858.Core 858 in this embodiment includes insulatingstructural block 140 andframe 830. -
FIG. 27 shows a perspective view of another embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention, whereroof panel 812 includescore 858 andcoating 860 covering a portion ofcore 858. In thisembodiment surface 814 ofcoating 860 is shaped to look like roof shake tiles. -
FIG. 28 shows a perspective view of a further embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention, whereroof panel 812 includescore 858 andcoating 860 covering a portion ofcore 858. In thisembodiment surface 814 ofcoating 860 is shaped to look like roof shake tiles. -
FIG. 29 shows a perspective view of an embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention, with an embodiment ofroof tile 820 according to the invention applied to surface 814 ofroof panel 812. -
FIG. 30 shows a perspective view of an embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention, where cored 858 andcoating 860 are shaped to look like roof Spanish tiles. -
FIG. 31 shows a side view cross-section ofroof panel 812 ofFIG. 28 . -
FIG. 32 shows a side view cross-section ofroof panel 812 ofFIG. 30 -
FIG. 33 throughFIG. 38 show close-up cross-sections of embodiments ofcoating 860 according to the invention taken atsection 809 ofFIG. 31 . -
FIG. 39 shows an exploded perspective view of an embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention and an embodiment ofroof tile 820 according to the invention, whereroof tile 820 is coupled to surface 814 ofroof panel 812. -
FIG. 40 shows an exploded perspective view of another embodiment ofroof panel 812 according to the invention and an embodiment ofroof tile 820 according to the invention, whereroof tile 820 is coupled to surface 814 ofroof panel 812 -
FIG. 41 shows a top view ofroof tile 820 according to the invention ofFIG. 39 andFIG. 40 . -
FIG. 42 shows a side view cross-section ofroof tile 820 ofFIG. 39 andFIG. 40 . -
FIG. 43 throughFIG. 48 show close-up cross-sections ofroof tile 820 according to the invention taken atsection 819 ofFIG. 42 . -
FIG. 49 shows a perspective view of a further embodiment ofroof panel 812, whereroof panel 812 includesfluid channels 822. -
FIG. 50 shows a side view cross section of an embodiment ofbuilding panel 812 ofFIG. 49 . -
FIG. 51 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 812 androof tile 820 whereroof tile 820 includesfluid channels 822. -
FIG. 52 shows another embodiment ofbuilding panel 812 androof tile 820 whereroof tile 820 includesfluid channels 822. -
FIG. 53 shows a further embodiment ofbuilding panel 812 androof tile 820 whereroof tile 820 includesfluid channels 822. -
FIG. 54 shows a side view cross section of another embodiment ofbuilding panel 812 ofFIG. 49 . -
FIG. 55 shows a side view cross section of another embodiment ofbuilding panel 812 ofFIG. 49 . -
FIG. 56 shows a side view cross section of another embodiment ofbuilding panel 812 ofFIG. 49 . -
FIG. 57 shows a perspective view ofroof panel 812 ofFIG. 26 being coupled to roofstructural member 817 withbolts 875. -
FIG. 58 shows a side view ofscreed frame 933 being applied toroof panel 812 ofFIG. 57 . -
FIG. 59 shows a side view ofwet coating 860mixture 865 being applied toroof panel 812 inscreed frame 933 ofFIG. 58 . -
FIG. 60 showswet coating mixture 865 ofFIG. 59 being smoothed withtrowel 935 usingscreed frame 933 as a height reference. -
FIG. 61 showswet coating mixture 865 ofFIG. 59 continuing to be smoothed withtrowel 935 usingscreed frame 933 as a height reference. -
FIG. 62 shows screedframe 933 being removed from buildingpanel 812 ofFIG. 61 afterwet coating 860 mixture 865 (866?) is trowelled smooth. -
FIG. 63 shows method 2000 of forming a roof according to the invention. -
FIG. 64 shows an embodiment of buildingpanel core 258. -
FIG. 65 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 212, which includescore 258 -
FIG. 66 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 312. -
FIG. 67 shows building panel 312 andvertical columns 132. -
FIG. 68 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1112 -
FIG. 69 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1212. -
FIG. 70 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1312. -
FIG. 71 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1412. -
FIG. 72 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1512. -
FIG. 73 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1612. -
FIG. 74 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1712. -
FIG. 75 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1812. -
FIG. 76 shows an embodiment ofbuilding panel 1912. -
FIG. 77 illustratesmethod 2100 of retrofitting an outer surface of an existing wall structure of a building. -
FIG. 78 illustratesmethod 2200 of forming a building panel. - As discussed above, embodiments of the present invention relate to materials for constructing buildings and structures and more specifically to building panels and roof panels used to form walls, roofs, or other parts of a building or structure.
- The use of environmentally friendly, insulating, lightweight block materials for use as the walls, roofs, floors and other structures in buildings is increasing in popularity. The blocks of material are being used to replace concrete blocks and insulated wood and stucco walls. These blocks are structural elements which provide insulation properties and a shaped mass which defines the shape of the structure to be built. Expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam blocks are a popular material, but other materials such as straw, plastic, and recycled elements are also being used to create these insulating structural blocks. These new building materials use less wood, decrease construction waste, often use recycled materials, and create a building which is more energy efficient than standard wood frame and plaster construction buildings. Insulating structural blocks such as EPS foam blocks are often lightweight and can be molded or shaped easily to create any desired shape. Additionally, it is relatively easy to embed protective layers, sheets, or materials in the foam blocks to add to the efficiency, safety, and quality of the building that is being formed from the foam blocks. These new block materials, including EPS foam blocks, sometimes do not possess the necessary structural strength for specific building structures. In these cases it is necessary to add structural elements to the building panels made from insulating structural block materials. Disclosed herein are building panels and methods of creating building panels using insulating structural blocks, frames, and coatings over the blocks and frames to create structurally strong structures and building panels, while still retaining the lightweight, environmentally friendly, and energy efficient characteristics of the insulating structural blocks.
- Disclosed herein are building panels for use in forming walls, structures, bridges, or any other constructed structure. Disclosed herein are building panels specifically designed for use in constructing the roof of buildings or other structures. Building roofs are particularly important to the safety, fire protection, and energy efficiency of a building.
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FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of astructure 110 according to the invention.Structure 110 in this embodiment ishouse 110.Structure 110 is formed of a plurality ofbuilding panels FIG. 2 .FIG. 2 showsstructure 110 ofFIG. 1 , with its outer finish coatings removed so that buildingpanels panels structure 110 in this embodiment. Buildingpanels windows 45 anddoor 35.Roof 25 can also be formed of embodiments ofbuilding panels roof panel 812, as discussed later in this document. Buildingpanels foundation 190 to form astable structure 110. Buildingpanels panels 112 are described below, andbuilding panels panels -
FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of one embodiment ofbuilding panel 112 according to the invention. A building panel means a panel or element which is used in constructing a form, structure, building, or edifice. A building panel according to the invention can take many different forms.FIG. 3 shows one embodiment of a building panel according to the invention as buildingpanel 112. Buildingpanel 112 is shown includingcore 158 andcoating 160 covering a portion ofcore 158. Buildingpanel 112 is used to form walls, floors, ceilings, beams, or other elements used in creating a structure, edifice, or building. - Building panel 112 (also referred to as
composite building panel 112 or just panel 112) is shown inFIG. 3 as having a rectangular shape for use as a wall ofstructure 110 ofFIG. 1 andFIG. 2 , or a block fence structure, for example. Buildingpanel 112 can be formed in any size and shape according to the needs of thestructure 110 to be built. In someembodiments building panel 112 is square, or rectangular or round, or oval, oblong or elongated. Buildingpanel 112 can be curved, or part curved and part rectangular. Buildingpanel 112 can take any shape. Buildingpanel 112 takes a shape according to the shape of thestructure 110 to be built.Core 158 forms the basic shape, andcoating 160 covers a portion ofcore 158 to add strength to buildingpanel 112, to form an impermeable layer on a portion ofcore 158, and/or to provide an aesthetically pleasing surface for exterior finishing. Buildingpanel 112 hasfirst surface 114 which includescoating 160 in this embodiment, andsecond surface 116 which in this embodiment also includescoating 160. Coating 160, as well as other coating embodiments that can be used as a part ofbuilding panel 112, will be discussed in detail shortly. -
FIG. 4 is a perspective view ofcore 158 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 3 . Buildingpanel 112 in this embodiment is formed ofcore 158 andcoating 160, where coating 160 covers a portion ofcore 158.Core 158 andcoating 160 can take many different forms.Core 158 in this embodiment hasfront surface 124,rear surface 126, and multiple sides 180 (two of foursides 180 shown) as shown inFIG. 4 . Coating 160 according to the invention covers a portion ofcore 158. In thisembodiment coating 160 covers bothfront surface 124 andrear surface 126 ofcore 158. Coating 160 can cover any portion ofcore 158.Core 158 is formed in this embodiment offrame 130 and at least one insulatingstructural block 140, as shown inFIG. 4 throughFIG. 7 . In thisembodiment core 158 includes more than one insulatingstructural block 140. In someembodiments core 158 includes one insulatingstructural block 140. In someembodiments core 158 includes one or more than one insulatingstructural block 140. In someembodiments core 158 includes only one or more than one insulatingstructural block 140, with noframe 130. In someembodiments core 158 includes other elements in addition to or instead offrame 130 or insulatingstructural blocks 140, such as electrical wires, water pipes, other utilities or elements needing to be sent through or withinstructure 110. -
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of an insulatingstructural block 140 that can be used incomposite building panel 112 according to the invention.FIG. 6 is a perspective view of another insulatingstructural block 140 that can be used incomposite building panel 112 according to the invention. InFIG. 6 insulatingstructural block 140 includesinterlock elements 150.Interlock elements 150 are used to interlock multiple insulatingstructural blocks 140 to each other and to interlock insulatingstructural blocks 140 to frame 130.FIG. 7 is a top view of two interlocked insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 3 , with interlocking features 150 which interlock insulatingstructural blocks 140 andframe 130 as detailed inFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 . - In some embodiments of building
panel 112,core 158 is made solely of insulatingstructural blocks 140. In someembodiments core 158 is made of insulatingstructural blocks 140 andframe 130, as shown inFIG. 4 andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 . In someembodiments core 158 is made of other elements besides insulatingstructural blocks 140 andframe 130.Core 158 can be formed of any material or materials that provide the necessary building-shaped elements and that accepts coating 160 to createbuilding panel 112 according to the invention.Core 158 can be formed of wood, metal, recycled materials, straw, concrete blocks, plastic, or any other material or combination of materials. Insulatingstructural blocks 140 are also referred to in this document as simply “blocks” 140. -
Frame 130 in this embodiment creates the skeletal structure for the walls, floors, ceiling, beams, or other building elements that are needed to form a structure usingbuilding panel 112.Frame 130 in the embodiment shown inFIG. 4 includesvertical members 132 andhorizontal members 134. In thisembodiment frame 130 is formed of galvanized steel.Frame 130 according to the invention can be made of other structural material such as wood, aluminum, other metals, plastic, recycled material, etc. In thisembodiment frame 130 is formed from 4″×4″× 3/16″ galvanized steel box tubing.Horizontal members 134 andvertical members 132 are coupled in a manner which holds the members together solidly. In some embodiments mechanical attachments such as bolts are used. In some embodiments the members offrame 130 are welded together. In some embodiments the individual members offrame 130 connect together at angles other than horizontal and vertical. Diagonal frame members are used in some embodiments offrame 130. In someembodiments frame 130 includes metal straps running diagonally. It is to be understood thatframe 130 according to the invention can take many different shapes and sizes according to the specifics of the structure to be built.Frame 130 can be formed of many different materials according to the structural strength needed by the structure to be built. -
Frame 130 in this embodiment is embedded in insulatingstructural blocks 140.Frame 130 being embedded inblocks 140 means that the majority offrame 130 is encased inblocks 140, with a minimum of surface area offrame 130 not covered byblocks 140. Embedded is meant to mean “encase” or “cover a majority of the surface of”.Frame 130 is embedded in insulatingstructural blocks 140 by cuttingblocks 140 into shapes that will encircle and couple to frame 130. Havingframe 130 embedded in insulatingstructural blocks 140 provides several advantages for buildingpanel 112.Frame 130 being embedded inblocks 140 provides structural strength tocore 158 and yet leaves most of the outer surface ofcore 158 as a surface ofblocks 140, so that the outer surface ofcore 158 can be easily shaped and covered withcoating 160. Thus coating 160 covers surfaces of insulatingstructural blocks 140 instead offrame 130. This allowscore 158 andbuilding panel 112 to be shaped for aesthetically pleasing shapes, and provides the outer surface as a surface of insulatingstructural blocks 140, which accepts and retains coating 160 for strength and exterior finishing. In this embodiment, whereframe 130 is embedded inblocks 140, there are portions offrame 130 which are not covered byblock 140 so thatframe 130 can be connected to other frames and structures, but the majority offrame 130 is embedded inblocks 140. In other embodiments of buildingpanel 112frame 130 is not embedded inblocks 140, meaning that significant portions offrame 130 are on the exterior surface ofcore 158. - Insulating
structural blocks 140 have several purposes, including defining the shape of thebuilding panel 112 being created, providing insulating properties, and providing a surface for applyingcoating 160 or other coatings or layers. Coating 160 or other coatings are applied to the outer surface ofcore 158. The outer surface ofcore 158 is formed mostly of surfaces or insulatingstructural blocks 140, sinceframe 130 is embedded in insulatingstructural blocks 140. Insulatingstructural blocks 140 incore 158 ofFIG. 4 are used to encloseframe 130 elements and to form the desired shape of the structure to be built withbuilding panel 112. Some embodiments of insulatingstructural blocks 140 according to the invention are shown inFIG. 5 ,FIG. 6 andFIG. 7 .Blocks 140 are often formed to interlock with each other and withframe 130 as shown inFIG. 4 , andFIG. 6 throughFIG. 10 . In this embodiment insulatingstructural blocks 140 according to the invention are made of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam, creating an EPS foam insulatingstructural block 140. EPS foam blocks provide high energy efficiency and are lightweight. EPS foam can be created from recycled materials and can itself be recycled. Another desirable feature ofEPS foam block 140 is that it can be easily molded or cut into any desired shape.FIG. 6 andFIG. 7 shows EPS foam insulatingstructural blocks 140 that have been cut to includeinterlock elements 150, whereinterlock elements 150 in this embodiment includetongue 152 andgroove 154.Blocks 140 can be made into any shape, size, and structure according to the structure being built usingbuilding panel 112. In this embodiment insulatingstructural blocks 140 are 4′×8′×6″ EPS foam insulating structural blocks, which have interlockingelements 150 cut into them so that they interlock with themselves and withframe 130 to createcore 158 as shown inFIG. 4 . In this embodiment one pound density EPS foam is used forblocks 140 but any suitable material and density can be used which provides suitable structural characteristics.Blocks 140 are connected to each other and to concrete in this embodiment using a polymer-based acrylic adhesive 156 such as Primus® sold by Dryvit Systems Inc. (Dryvit).Blocks 140 are coupled to metal or wood in this embodiment using a water-based acrylic copolymer adhesive such as Adhesive for EPS (ADEPS) from Dryvit. In some embodiments insulatingstructural blocks 140 andframe 130 are coupled to other members and to each other using different adhesives, glues, mechanical attachments, or other suitable coupling means. - In this embodiment insulating
structural block 140 is made of EPS foam. Insulatingstructural block 140 according to the invention can be made of other materials, including but not limited to straw, wood, plastic, paper, concrete, or recycled materials. - In the embodiment of
core 158 ofFIG. 4 , insulatingstructural block 140 is cut to shape from the rectangular EPS foam blocks 140 as shown inFIG. 5 to create the shaped insulatingstructural blocks 140 as shown inFIG. 6 . Cutouts and interlocking elements are cut fromblocks 140 to create ablock 140 shape that will encloseframe 130, interlock withother blocks 140 andframe 130, receivecoating 160, and provide a surface of the desired shape for the structure to be built.Blocks 140 according to the invention can be molded to shape or formed to the correct size and shape using methods such as slicing, melting, or other block-shaping methods. Block 140 can be formed to any size and shape needed to create the structure being formed, such as walls, floors, roofs, ceilings, beams, fences, bridges, edifices, offices, etc.Blocks 140 andframe 130 can be formed into any size and shape to createcore 158 andbuilding panel 112 in any size and shape to form the desired structure. - Openings and passageways for utilities, air flow, or other types of access openings through
building panel 112 can be easily cut intocore 158 as desired. Openings forwindows 45 anddoors 35 are also formed incore 158. - In some
embodiments core 158 includes structures, elements, layers, or materials that create abuilding panel 112 according to the invention with the ability to provide specific types of protection. In someembodiments core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide protection from penetration such as from flying objects, projectiles such as bullets, or other items that could cause harm. In someembodiments core 158 encapsulates structures, layers, materials, or elements that block or slow down projectiles or other flying objects. For example,core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded incore 158, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140 that block or slow down projectiles. These projectile-resistant elements can provide protection to inhabitants in dangerous areas from projectiles or from flying objects caused by extreme weather or accidents, for example. The protective layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, polymer, plastic, acrylic, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or other materials, or other forms. - In some
embodiments core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide sound attenuation or blockage. For example,core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated bycore 158, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140, that block or attenuate sound. These sound-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, machinery, vehicles, or other loud noise-generators. These sound-deadening layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, polymer, plastic, acrylic, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the sound-deadening materials form anechoic devices or layers. - In some
embodiments core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide radiation attenuation or blockage. For example,core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated bycore 158, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140 that block or attenuate radiation. The radiation blocked or attenuated can take many forms, including electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic pulses, radio frequency radiation, optical radiation, x-rays, nuclear radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of radiation. These radiation-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, electromagnetic pulses, or acts of God. These radiation-shielding layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, one or more layers of lead, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the radiation-deadening materials form an element that reflects certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation-deadening materials form an element that absorbs certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation-deadening materials form an element that provides electromagnetic shielding. In someembodiments core 158 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In someembodiments core 158 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. - In some
embodiments core 158 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide chemical attenuation or blockage. For example,core 158 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated bycore 158, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140 that block or attenuate one or more specific chemicals. The chemicals blocked or attenuated can take many forms, natural or man-made. The chemical attenuating or blocking elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, or acts of God. These layers can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the chemical-blocking materials form an element that absorbs certain types of chemicals. - Coating 160 covers a portion of
core 158 to createbuilding panel 112 of compositebuilding panel structure 110 according to the invention as shown inFIG. 1 throughFIG. 3 andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 . Coating 160 creates an outer surface on buildingpanel 112 that is ready to accept exterior or interior finishing as desired and also contributes to the strength ofbuilding panel 112.FIG. 8 shows a perspective view ofcore 158 withcoating 160 applied, creating a portion of buildingpanel structure 110 ofFIG. 1 that includesbuilding panel 112 according to the invention.FIG. 9 shows horizontal cross section 7-7 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 8 .FIG. 10 shows vertical cross section 8-8 ofbuilding panel 112 ofFIG. 8 . Coating 160 can take many different forms. In some embodiments other coatings according to the invention are used instead of coating 160.FIG. 11 throughFIG. 16 show close-up cross-sections of embodiments ofcoating 160 according to the invention, taken atsection 9 ofFIG. 10 .FIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 show a cross-sections ofcoating 560 according to the invention that can be used on buildingpanel 112 according to the invention in place ofcoating 160, or in addition tocoating 160. -
Core 158 according to the invention has a portion covered by a coating. This document provides examples of the different coatings according to the invention that can be used tocoat core 158. Embodiments ofcoating 160 andcoating 560 according to the invention are described in this document. It is to be understood that these coatings may be used interchangeably. It is to be understood that these coatings as described are examples only and many other embodiments ofcoating 160 andcoating 560 can be formed according to the invention. - Coating 160 of
FIG. 3 andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 16 covers a portion ofcore 158. Coating 160 in the embodiments shown covers a portion of insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofcore 158. Coating 160 can cover a portion of insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofcore 158 for many different reasons. Coating 160 can cover a portion ofcore 158 to add strength tocore 158. Coating 160 can cover a portion ofcore 158 to provide an aesthetically pleasing surface finish. Coating 160 can cover a portion ofcore 158 to provide a surface for accepting finish treatments such as paint, stucco, or other exterior finish treatments. Coating 160 can cover a portion ofcore 158 to create a layer of material which protectscore 158 from weather, moisture, and other deteriorating elements. Coating 160 can cover a portion ofcore 158 to provide projectile or impact protection to buildingpanel 112. Coating 160 can cover a portion ofcore 158 to provide protection from penetration of buildingpanel 112. Penetration protection can include resistance to penetration by flying or moving objects created by wind, weather, war, natural, or man-caused events. For example, strong winds can cause items as simple as straw or wood pieces to penetrate building walls. Coating 160 can provide protection from this type of penetration. In addition, it is often desirable to protect a building from penetration by projectiles such as bullets. Coating 160 can include projectile protection layers that resist penetration and/or impact. - Coating 160 can cover a portion of
core 158 to provide protection and/or shielding from various forms of radiation, including electromagnetic radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of signals or radiation that travel through the atmosphere and that can be damaging to inhabitants of a building or structure. Coating 160 can include radiation blocking layers that minimize or eliminate the transfer of radiation throughbuilding panel 112. Coating 160 can also provide sound attenuating characteristics to buildingpanel 112. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic radiation shielding or attenuation. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic pulse shielding. - In some embodiments coating 160 covers exterior surfaces of
structure 110. In some embodiments coating 160 covers interior surfaces ofstructure 110. In some embodiments coating 160 covers front or back surfaces ofcore 158. In some embodiments coating 160 covers edge surfaces ofcore 158. Coating 160 can cover any surface ofcore 158 or a portion of any surface ofcore 158. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 1 throughFIG. 16 , coating 160 coversfront surface 124 ofcore 158 to createfirst surface 114 ofbuilding panel 112. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 1 throughFIG. 16 , coating 160 coversrear surface 126 ofcore 158 to createsecond surface 116 ofbuilding panel 112. In thisway building panel 112 includescore 158 andcoating 160 covering at least a portion ofcore 158. In thisway building panel 112 includescore 158 andcoating 160 covering at least a portion offront surface 124 orrear surface 126 ofcore 158. -
FIG. 11 throughFIG. 16 show cross-sections of embodiments ofcoating 160 according to the invention. In these embodiments coating 160 forms a cementitious membrane which provides structural strength to buildingpanel 112 as well as providing a layer impervious to water and weather, and a layer that is ready to accept final exterior or interior finishes such as paint, stucco, or other finishes. - In the embodiment of
coating 160 shown inFIG. 11 , coating 160 is a single layer of a cementitious mixture. Cement as is used in this document typically refers to Portland cement or other cementitious binder material such as what is used to form concrete. In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement and acrylic bonder. Acrylic bonder as used in this document refers to a synthetic thermoplastic resin, binder, or bonder that is often formed of an acrylic polymer. Acrylic bonder helps the cementitious mixture adhere well to the EPS foam insulating structural block, as well as binding together the materials incoating 160. - In some embodiments coating 160 includes aggregate. Aggregate adds strength to
coating 160 and helps coating 160 provide concrete-type characteristics including strength and resistance to penetration. The aggregate can be many different materials. Varying the aggregate material allows the tuning of the characteristics ofcoating 160. An aggregate of vermiculite, perlite, or other thermal filter material allows coating 160 to have high thermal resistance. In some embodiments other materials which givecoating 160 high thermal resistance are used incoating 160. An aggregate of ceramic makes coating 160 reflect heat and sunlight, helpingbuilding panel 112 to resist heat absorption. In some embodiments other materials which givecoating 160 high thermal reflectance are used incoating 160. Other types of aggregate can be used to add strength and other characteristics tocoating 160. In some embodiments other materials which givecoating 160 high thermal emittance are used incoating 160. High thermal emittance meanscoating 160 will tend to emit any heat that it absorbs, which contributes to keepingcoating 160 andbuilding panel 112 cool. In some embodiments coating 160 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments coating 160 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. - In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement and ceramic. In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate is or includes the ceramic material. In some embodiments coating 160 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments coating 160 is a non-cementitious mixture that includes ceramic. In some embodiments coating 160 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 160 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. Ceramic included in
coating 160 provides a layer that reflects heat and sunlight from coating 160, which allowscoating 160 andbuilding panel 112 to remain cool. - In some embodiments coating 160 includes strands of reinforcing material. Strands of reinforcing material increase the strength and resistance to breaking and cracking of
coating 160. In some embodiments the strands of reinforcing material are fiberglass strands. In some embodiments the strands of reinforcing material are cotton strands. In some embodiments the strands of reinforcing material are metal or plastic strands. In some embodiments the strands of reinforcing material are wood or other fibrous material strands. The strands of reinforcing material can be any material that either makescoating 160 have a stronger flex or shear strength, and/or keep coating 160 from cracking. - In some embodiments coating 160 includes a mesh of a material. The mesh can be for many different purposes. In some embodiments coating 160 includes a reinforcing mesh structure. The reinforcing mesh structure adds strength and resistance to cracking to
coating 160. In some embodiments coating 160 includes a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments coating 160 includes a cotton mesh. Fiberglass and cotton, as well as other plastic or Kevlar meshes, for example, provide structural reinforcement tocoating 160. In some embodiments coating 160 includes a metal mesh. A metal mesh can provide radiation shielding characteristics tocoating 160. A metal mesh can provide electromagnetic attenuation properties tocoating 160. A metal mesh can also be connected to electronic processors, electrical conductors, and powered electronics to provide active electronic processing properties tocoating 160. In other words, coating 160 can be made to carry electricity and be a part of an electronic processing structure. This can be useful for many different reasons, such as electronically sensing the characteristics of abuilding panel 112, for heating orcooling building panel 112, for improving the electrical attenuation or amplification properties of buildingpanel 112, for distribution of energy throughout buildingpanel 112, or any other electronic processing capabilities. Coating 160 can include many types of mesh materials for different purposes. - In some embodiments coating 160 includes thermal filters for increasing the thermal efficiency of
coating 160, which helpsbuilding panel 112 to resist heat transfer. In some embodiments coating 160 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments coating 160 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments coating 160 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments coating 160 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments coating 160 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes an electromagnetic shield material. - In some embodiments coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide protection from penetration such as from flying objects or projectiles. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that prevent projectiles from piercing
coating 160. These elements, structures, or materials are called projectile-resistant materials and they prevent bullets or other projectiles from penetratingcoating 160. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are a mesh such as a fiberglass or Kevlar mesh. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are a lead or steel or other metal material. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are the aggregate, such as when lead or steel nodules are used as the aggregate in the mixture, for example but not by way of limitation. In some embodiments projectile-resistant materials are other structures or materials that prevent penetration from a projectile. These impact-protective elements can provide protection to inhabitants in dangerous areas from projectiles or from flying objects caused by extreme weather or accidents, for example. The protective projectile-resistant materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, polymer, plastic, acrylic, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or other materials, or other forms. - In some embodiments coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide sound attenuation or blockage. Sound attenuation materials work as sound-deadening elements that can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, machinery, vehicles, or other loud noise-generators. These sound-deadening or sound attenuation materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, polymer, plastic, acrylic, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the sound-deadening materials form anechoic devices or layers.
- In some embodiments coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide radiation attenuation or blockage. The radiation blocked or attenuated can take many forms, including electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic pulses, radio frequency radiation, optical radiation, x-rays, nuclear radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of radiation. These radiation attenuation materials can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, electromagnetic pulses, or acts of God. These radiation-shielding layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, one or more layers of lead, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the radiation attenuation materials form an element that reflects certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation attenuation materials form an element that absorbs certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation attenuation materials form an element that provides electromagnetic shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments coating 160 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
- In some embodiments coating 160 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide chemical attenuation or blockage. The chemicals blocked or attenuated can take many forms, natural or man-made. These chemical attenuating or blocking materials can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, or acts of God. These layers can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the chemical-blocking materials form an element that absorbs certain types of chemicals.
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FIG. 12 , coating 160 is formed of inner scratch layer 162 (also called scratch layer 162) and outer main brown layer 166 (also called main brown layer 166). Dividingcoating 160 into two or more layers allows different layers to be optimized for different purposes. One layer can reflect hear, for instance, while another slows down heat transfer, or blocks radiation, for example but not by way of limitationInner scratch layer 162 contributes to the structural strength ofcoating 160, forming an interface betweenbuilding panel core 158 and outer mainbrown layer 166. A scratch layer is also a layer that adheres well tocore 158 and provides a base for further layers, such as outer mainbrown layer 166, to adhere to.Scratch layer 162 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of a non-cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. Ceramic included ininner scratch layer 162 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of buildingpanel core 158. -
Scratch layer 162 can include any of the elements structures, or materials discussed earlier with respect to the elements and materials that can be included incoating 160. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes thermal filters for fire resistance. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodimentsinner scratch layer 162 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In the embodiment ofcoating 160 shown inFIG. 12 throughFIG. 16 ,scratch layer 162 is a cementitious mixture.Scratch layer 162 can be any type or form of cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes one or more than one piece of fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of multiple layers (seeFIG. 16 for an example of a multiple-layer scratch layer 162). - Main
brown layer 166 can include any of the elements structures, or materials discussed earlier with respect to the elements and materials that can be included incoating 160. Outer mainbrown layer 166 is a cementitious mixture in this embodiment. Outer mainbrown layer 166 can be any type of form of cementitious mixture. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes one or more than one piece of fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement and ceramic. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes a cementitious mixture and ceramic. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and ceramic. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, aggregate, and ceramic. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and ceramic. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, ceramic, and aggregate. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in mainbrown layer 166 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat from being absorbed or transferred intobuilding panel core 158. - In some embodiments main
brown layer 166 is formed of multiple layers. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, and fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes thermal filters for fire resistance. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, and fiberglass strands. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. - In some embodiments main
brown layer 166 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding, coupling, or amplifying. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. For example, coating 160 as shown inFIG. 13 shows mainbrown layer 166 that includeselectronic mesh structure 172. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 172 is designed to protect from electromagnetic pulses, for example, or certain electromagnetic frequencies.Electronic mesh structure 172 can be used to prevent electromagnetic radiation from passing throughcoating 160. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 172 inadjacent building panels 112 are electronically coupled to form a Faraday cage around the interior ofstructure 110, protecting the contents ofstructure 110 from electromagnetic radiation or pulses or static. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 172 is designed to act as an antenna or amplifier for certain electromagnetic frequencies.Electronic mesh structure 172 can be designed to block certain electromagnetic frequencies, attenuate certain electromagnetic frequencies, amplify certain electronic frequencies, or perform modification or conditioning of electromagnetic energy that is incident on buildingpanel 112. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 172 conducts electricity throughout buildingpanel 112 or from onebuilding panel 112 to another. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 172 is electrically coupled to electronic processors or semiconductor chips.Electronic mesh structure 172 is shown in mainbrown layer 166, butelectronic mesh structure 172 can be included in any coating layer, such as single-layer coating 160 as shown inFIG. 11 , or inscratch layer 162, or any of the other coatings or layers used to cover a portion ofcore 158. -
FIG. 14 andFIG. 15 show additional embodiments ofcoating 160 according to the invention. Coating 160 as shown inFIG. 14 andFIG. 15 are the same or similar tocoating 160 shown inFIG. 12 , except thatcoating 160 as shown inFIG. 14 andFIG. 15 includenon-cementitious layer 167 embedded incoating 160. In these embodiments,non-cementitious layer 167 is betweenscratch layer 162 and mainbrown layer 166, but this is not meant to be limiting.Non-cementitious layer 167 can be adjacent any of the layers ofcoating 160 according to the invention.Non-cementitious layer 167 does not include cement. In the embodiments shown inFIG. 14 andFIG. 15 ,non-cementitious layer 167 isceramic layer 167. InFIG. 15 ,ceramic layer 167 is composed of a ceramic material andfiberglass mesh 170. In some embodimentsnon-cementitious layer 167 is a fire barrier material. Usingnon-cementitious layer 167 that is a fire barrier material enhances the ability of buildingpanel 112 to inhibit or stop heat from turning into flames or flames from spreading. In some embodimentsnon-cementitious layer 167 is lead. In some embodimentsnon-cementitious layer 167 is plastic.Non-cementitious layer 167 can be any material or mixture that does not include cement.Non-cementitious layer 167 can be a carbon mixture or structure.Non-cementitious layer 167 can be formed of wood, plastic, metal, or other natural or man-made material, radiation shielding, EMI shielding, RFI shielding, ballistic armor layer or layers, or any combination of these or other elements that does not include cement. -
Ceramic layer 167 is advantageous for use incoating 160 becauseceramic layer 167 reflects and radiates heat, not allowing heat to transmit throughbuilding panel 112. Thusceramic layer 167 provides thermal shielding and structural support to buildingpanel 112. -
FIG. 16 shows a further embodiment ofcoating 160 according to the invention, wherecoating 160 includes two layers. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 16 , coating 160 is formed ofinner scratch layer 162 and outer mainbrown layer 166.Scratch layer 162 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Mainbrown layer 166 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. - In some embodiments scratch
layer 162 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes a fiberglass mesh. - In some embodiments scratch
layer 162 is a non-cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodimentsinner scratch layer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included inscratch layer 162 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat from being absorbed byinner scratch layer 162, or transferred intobuilding panel core 158 throughinner scratch layer 162. - In the embodiment of
coating 160 shown inFIG. 16 ,scratch layer 162 is a cementitious mixture that can be formed from many different components, as discussed above. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of cement, aggregate, and an acrylic bonder. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes a wire mesh embedded in the cementitious mixture. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodimentsinner scratch layer 162 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is formed of other components. Further embodiments ofinner scratch layer 162 will be discussed shortly. - Main brown layer 166 (also called outer main brown layer 166) can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers, as discussed above. Main
brown layer 166 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 is a non-cementitious mixture. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments outer mainbrown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 166 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in outer mainbrown layer 166 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat from being absorbed by mainbrown layer 166, or transferred intobuilding panel core 158 through mainbrown layer 166. Ceramic included in mainbrown layer 166 provides a heat-reflecting layer, causing heat to be reflected off of mainbrown layer 166 instead of being absorbed by mainbrown layer 166. - In the embodiment of
coating 160 shown inFIG. 16 , mainbrown layer 166 is formed ofbrown mixture 168 andfiberglass mesh 170 embedded inbrown mixture 168 whilebrown mixture 168 is still wet.Brown mixture 168 can take many different forms. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 168 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 168 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 168 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In the embodiment ofcoating 160 shown inFIG. 16 ,brown mixture 168 is a cementitious mixture made of cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and fiberglass strands.Brown mixture 168 components in this embodiment are mixed together with water to form a wet cementitious mixture, and applied overinner scratch layer 162 as a wet mixture. Oftenbrown mixture 168 is trowelled ontoscratch layer 162.Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded inbrown mixture 168 while it is still wet. In thisway building panel 112 includescore 158, andcoating 160 covering a portion ofcore 158, wherecoating 160 includesscratch layer 162 and mainbrown layer 166. Mainbrown layer 166 in the embodiment shown inFIG. 16 includesbrown mixture 168 comprising cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and fiberglass strands; andfiberglass mesh 170. In some embodiments the aggregate inbrown mixture 168 includes sand. In some embodiments the aggregate inbrown mixture 168 includes ceramic. In some embodiments the aggregate inbrown mixture 168 includes perlite. In some embodiments the aggregate inbrown mixture 168 includes vermiculite. Perlite and vermiculite improve the fire-resistant qualities ofbuilding panel 112. Therefore perlite and/or vermiculite are used as aggregate in situations where abuilding panel structure 110 or abuilding panel 112 is required to possess stringent fire-resistant capabilities. Perlite and vermiculite also act as thermal filters, which increase the thermal efficiency ofcoating 160 - In a particular embodiment
brown mixture 168 is made by mixing together: - 90 pounds of Portland cement (type 1 and 2)
- 90 pounds of 20 grit silica sand
- 90 pounds of 30 grit silica sand
- 1½ gallons of acrylic bonder, such as AC-100 from Dryvit
- 3 pounds of ¾″ fiberglass strands
- 2½ gallons of potable water.
- In this embodiment the
brown mixture 168 aggregate is made of two sizes of sand, 20 grit sand and 30 grit sand. It is to be understood that larger or smaller batches can be made by increasing or decreasing the ingredient measurements proportionately.Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded intobrown mixture 168 asbrown mixture 168 is applied toinner scratch layer 162 and whilebrown mixture 168 is still wet. This mixture has been found to provide superior structural integrity, water and weather protection, and a surface optimum for applying further finish coatings if desired. It is to be understood thatbrown mixture 168 can be made from other ingredients for specific structural uses. - The term acrylic bonder as used in this document refers to and includes all types of man-made binders, fillers and bonders such as urethane bonders, fillers and binders; polymer binders, fillers and bonders; copolymer binders, fillers and bonders; and other man-made or natural substances that perform the task of an acrylic bonder.
- In some embodiments the fiberglass strands used in coatings according to the invention are replaced with other types of reinforcing fibers. In some embodiments synthetic fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands. In some embodiments cellulosic fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands. In some embodiments cotton fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands. Cotton fibers provide the benefit of holding water in the coating mixture, which aids in the curing process, resulting in stronger, higher-quality coatings. In some embodiments other types of organic fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands. In some embodiments glass fibers, wood fibers, plastic fibers, metal fibers, ceramic fibers, or other types of reinforcing fibers are used in place of or in addition to fiberglass strands. The fiberglass strands and/or other types of reinforcing strands described herein are used to provide strength and resistance to breaking and cracking to the coating. In addition, the fiberglass and/or other types of reinforcing strands aid in reducing slump and microcracking of the coating mixture in the first few days after application. The fiberglass strands in coatings according to the invention can be replaced with any type of strand or element that provides reinforcement and strength to withstand fracturing and breaking, or that controls mixture slump and microcracking.
- In some embodiments the fiberglass mesh used in coatings according to the invention are replaced with other types of a reinforcing mesh structure. In some embodiments a fabric mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention. In some embodiments a cellulosic fiber mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention. In some embodiments a cotton or other type of organic matrix mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention. Cotton fiber mesh provides the benefit of holding water in the coating mixture, which aids in the curing process, resulting in stronger, higher-quality coatings. In some embodiments a synthetic mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention. In some embodiments a polymer or copolymer mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention. In some embodiments a urethane mesh is used in place of the fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention. In some embodiments a matrix or mesh made of glass, wood, plastic, metal, ceramic, or other types of reinforcing material is used in place of or in addition to fiberglass mesh. The fiberglass mesh and/or other types of reinforcing matrix or mesh described herein are used to provide the coating with strength and resistance to breaking, cracking, and penetration. In addition, the fiberglass and/or other types of reinforcing matrix or mesh aid in reducing slump and microcracking of the coating mixture in the first few days after application. The fiberglass mesh in coatings according to the invention can be replaced with any type of mesh that provides reinforcement and strength to withstand fracturing, breaking, and/or penetration, and/or to control coating mixture slump and microcracking.
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Scratch layer 162 can be formed of many different components, as discussed earlier. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is a cementitious mixture applied over a wire mesh. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 is made up of multiple layers. In the embodiment ofcoating 160 shown inFIG. 16 ,scratch layer 162 is formed of two layers, firstscratch layer A 164 and secondscratch layer B 163. Firstscratch layer A 164 is a “dash” scratch coat which in this embodiment is machine sprayed ontocore 158 as a wet mixture. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 is applied using other means. - First
scratch layer A 164 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers. Firstscratch layer A 164 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in firstscratch layer A 164 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of buildingpanel core 158. - In some embodiments first
scratch layer A 164 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In the embodiment ofcoating 160 shown inFIG. 16 , firstscratch layer A 164 is a cementitious mixture made of cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments the aggregate includes sand. In some embodiments the aggregate includes perlite. In some embodiments the aggregate includes ceramic. In some embodiments the aggregate includes vermiculite. In a specific embodiment firstscratch layer A 164 is formed by mixing together: - 90 pounds of Portland cement (type 1 and 2)
- 90 pounds of 20 grit silica sand
- 90 pounds of 30 grit silica sand
- 2½ gallons of acrylic bonder, such as AC-100 from Dryvit.
- 2½ gallons of potable water.
- In this embodiment the first
scratch layer A 164 aggregate is made of two sizes of sand, 20 grit sand and 30 grit sand. This firstscratch layer A 164 mixture has been found to adhere well to EPS foam block and provide a superior surface for accepting further layers ofcoating 160. It is to be understood that larger or smaller amounts of firstscratch layer A 164 can be made by proportionately increasing or decreasing the ingredients. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 164 has other ingredients and proportions. Usually firstscratch layer A 164 is allowed to cure (dry) before adding other layers. - Second
scratch layer B 163 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers. Secondscratch layer B 163 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes a fiberglass mesh. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included in secondscratch layer B 163 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of buildingpanel core 158. - In some embodiments second
scratch layer B 163 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 163 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. In the embodiment ofcoating 160 shown inFIG. 16 , secondscratch layer B 163 is formed ofbrown mixture 165 andfiberglass mesh 170.Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded inbrown mixture 165 whilebrown mixture 165 is being trowelled or otherwise applied to firstscratch layer A 164 and whilebrown mixture 165 is still wet.Brown mixture 165 can be trowelled onto the surface of firstscratch layer A 164 or applied by any other means which will allowbrown mixture 165 to cover first scratch layer A andmesh 170 to be embedded intobrown mixture 165. -
Brown mixture 165 can be formed of many different components or mixtures or layers. In some embodimentbrown mixture 165 is formed of a plaster mixture. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 165 is the same mixture asbrown mixture 168. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 165 is formed of a gypsum plaster mixture. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 165 is formed of a cementitious mixture. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 165 includes Portland cement and ceramic. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 165 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 165 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodimentsbrown mixture 165 includes Portland cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included inbrown mixture 165 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of buildingpanel core 158. - In the embodiment of
coating 160 shown inFIG. 16 ,brown mixture 165 is a cementitious mixture made of cement, aggregate, acrylic bonder, and fiberglass strands.Brown mixture 165 components are mixed together with water to form a cementitious mixture, and applied to firstscratch layer A 164 after first scratch layer A has cured. In some embodiments the aggregate inbrown mixture 165 includes sand. In some embodiments the aggregate inbrown mixture 165 includes perlite. In some embodiments the aggregate inbrown mixture 165 includes vermiculite. In a particular embodimentbrown mixture 165 is made by mixing together: - 90 pounds of Portland cement (type 1 and 2)
- 90 pounds of 20 grit silica sand
- 90 pounds of 30 grit silica sand
- 1½ gallons of acrylic bonder, such as AC-100 from Dryvit
- 3 pounds of ¾″ fiberglass strands
- 2½ gallons of potable water.
- In this embodiment the
brown mixture 165 aggregate is made of two sizes of sand, 20 grit sand and 30 grit sand. It is to be understood that larger or smaller batches can be made by increasing or decreasing the ingredient measurements proportionately.Fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded intobrown mixture 165 whilebrown mixture 165 is still wet. This mixture has been found to provide superior structural integrity, water and weather protection, and a surface optimum for applying outer mainbrown layer 166. It is to be understood thatbrown mixture 165 can be made from other ingredients for specific structural uses. Usually secondscratch layer B 163 is allowed to cure before adding other layers on top. - Coating 160,
scratch layer 162, and mainbrown layer 166 can be made with many different thicknesses, depending on the specific use ofbuilding panel 112 and the structural strength needed. In some embodiments additional layers ofscratch layer 162 and/or mainbrown layer 166 are added for additional strength. In some embodiments other layers are added. It is to be understood that finishing coatings are often applied tocoating 160. These finishing coatings are applied for differing interior and exterior surface aesthetics and include paint, stucco, and other finishing layers and coatings. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 16 ,scratch layer 162 is formed to be about ⅛″ thick. Mainbrown layer 166 is formed to be about ¼″ thick. When these layers cure,coating 160 provides a smooth surface for applying finish coatings, and is structurally very strong, energy efficient, and lightweight.Composite building panel 112 withcore 158 andcoating 160 has greater flex strength and shear strength than other block panels due to the structured composite layers ofcore 158 andcoating 160. This specific embodiment is used for walls, roofs, and beams of buildings and structure. Additional layers and other thicknesses can be used according to the invention for buildingpanel 112 to achieve different panel strengths and uses. - In some embodiments control joints are cut into
core 158 before coating 160 is applied. Holes and openings for windows and doors, access channels, and passageways for facilities and air handling can be cut intocore 158 to createbuilding panel 112 of a size and shape for the structure to be built.Core 158 andcoating 160 can be easily formed into any size and shape structure, resulting in a lightweight, energy efficient,strong building panel 112. -
FIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 show embodiments ofcoating 560 according to the invention that can be used on buildingpanel 112 in place ofcoating 160, or in addition tocoating 160. In some embodiments coating 560 covers a portion ofcore 158 ofbuilding panel 112 according to the invention instead of coating 160. In some embodiments coating 560 covers a portion of insulatingstructural block 140 ofbuilding panel 112. Coating 560 is similar tocoating 160 except that incoating 560,inner scratch layer 562 and outer mainbrown layer 566 are interdigitated, as shown inFIG. 17 through 21 . Coating 560 can include any of the materials, elements, structures and/or layers discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating. Similar numbers inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 are used to designate similar elements as used earlier to describecoating 160. Interdigitated means that inner scratch layer 562 (also called scratch layer 562) and outer main brown layer 566 (also called main brown layer 566) each have crests and valleys which interlock with each other.Inner scratch layer 562 and outer mainbrown layer 566 are interdigitated for a number of reasons. Forminginner scratch layer 562 withcrests 572 andvalleys 574 allowsinner scratch layer 562 to be used as a screed for outer mainbrown layer 566. This helps to keep the thickness ofcoating 560 uniform across buildingpanel 112.Scratch layer 562 can be formed withcrests 572 of a certain height abovecore 158. Thecrests 572 are then used as a screed for mainbrown layer 566, ensuring that the overall thickness ofcoating 560 is uniform. In addition, interdigitatinginner scratch layer 562 and outer mainbrown layer 566 adds to the strength and structural integrity ofbuilding panel 112. - Coating 560 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Coating 560 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to
coating 160 and/or the individual layers ofcoating 160. In some embodiments coating 560 includes cement and ceramic. In some embodiments coating 560 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 560 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments coating 560 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and a ceramic aggregate. A ceramic material included incoating 560 creates a thermal barrier layer, which helps coating 560 to prevent heat transfer into and out of buildingpanel core 158. - In some embodiments coating 560 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments coating 560 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments coating 560 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments coating 560 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments coating 560 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments coating 560 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments coating 560 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
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coating 560 shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 , coating 560 includesinner scratch layer 562, whereinner scratch layer 562 includes two layers, firstscratch layer A 564 and secondscratch layer B 563. Firstscratch layer A 564 is a cementitious mixture that includesfiberglass mesh 570 in this embodiment, as shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 .Scratch layer 562 in some embodiments is a single layer.Scratch layer 562 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer.Scratch layer 562 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard toscratch layer 162 and/or the individual layers ofscratch layer 162. - First
scratch layer A 564 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Firstscratch layer A 564 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to firstscratch layer A 164. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includesfiberglass mesh 570. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 does not includefiberglass mesh 570. Firstscratch layer A 564 in some embodiments includes the same components as firstscratch layer A 164 discussed earlier. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 has a different composition than firstscratch layer A 164. - In some embodiments first
scratch layer A 564 includes cement and a ceramic material. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and aggregate. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and aggregate. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate includes ceramic. A ceramic material included in firstscratch layer A 564 provides a thermal barrier, preventing heat transfer into and out of buildingpanel core 158. - In some embodiments first
scratch layer A 564 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments firstscratch layer A 564 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. - Second
scratch layer B 563 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Secondscratch layer B 563 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to secondscratch layer B 163. Secondscratch layer B 563 is a cementitious mixture that is formed such that it includescrests 572 andvalleys 574 in the embodiment shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 .Crests 572 andvalleys 574 are formed in secondscratch layer B 563 by any number of methods, including trowelling secondscratch layer B 563 with a shaped trowel while secondscratch layer B 563 is still wet. It is to be understood, however, that crests 572 andvalleys 574 can be formed in secondscratch layer B 563 in many different ways. Secondscratch layer B 563 is then allowed to cure (dry) before outer mainbrown layer 566 is applied. Secondscratch layer B 563 is shaped withcrests 572 andvalleys 574 with special tools for compacting and shaping the secondscratch layer B 563 mixture while it is still wet. These tools are described in more detail in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/063,842 entitled “Tools for Applying Coatings and Method of Use”, filed Oct. 25, 2013 to John E. Propst. It is to be noted that these tools are not used to remove some of the wet mixture material as much as they are used to compress and shape the wet mixture material intocrests 572 andvalleys 574. Material is not removed fromvalleys 574, but instead the wet mixture material is compressed and shaped intocrests 572 andvalleys 574. Compressing the wet mixture material releases water from the material and allows it to cure faster and stronger. The resulting cured coating is stronger, with smoothcurvilinear crests 572 andvalleys 574. A smooth curvilinear surface resists cracking better than a surface that has been roughened or had material removed from it.Crests 572 are shaped with tools to have a smooth rectilinear shape as shown inFIG. 18 , but as the material cures it slumps intocrests 572 with a smooth curvilinear surface as shown inFIG. 19 throughFIG. 21 .Valleys 574 are shaped with tools to have a smooth rectilinear shape as shown inFIG. 18 , but as the material cures it slumps intovalleys 574 with a smooth curvilinear surface as shown inFIG. 19 throughFIG. 21 . In this embodiment crests 572 andvalleys 574 cure into a smooth curvilinear shape that is an approximation of a sine wave, as shown inFIG. 19 throughFIG. 21 , but this particular smooth curvilinear shape is not the only shape that can be used. -
FIG. 18 shows an example cross-section ofscratch layer 562, wherescratch layer 562 includes firstscratch layer A 564 and secondscratch layer B 563. In this embodiment secondscratch layer B 563 includescrests 572 andvalleys 574. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 18 , the wet secondscratch layer B 563 mixture is smoothed and shaped to havecrests 572 in a rectilinear cross-section. In this embodiment crests 572 have a width W and height H, andvalleys 574 form a spacing S between eachcrest 572. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a width W of between about ⅛ inch and about ¾ inch. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a width W of about ⅜ inch. Formingcrests 572 with these sizes has been found to provide a coating layer with superior strength. In addition, crests 572 are then able to be a screed layer for outer mainbrown layer 566. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a height H of between about ⅛ inch and about ¾ inch. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a height H of about ⅜ inch. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a spacing S of between about ⅛ inch and about ¾ inch. In some embodiments crests 572 are formed to have a spacing S of about ⅜ inch. Formingcrests 572 andvalleys 574 with these sizes has been found to provide a coating layer with superior strength and ability to withstand cracking, and to provide a strong base for mainbrown layer 566. Mainbrown layer 566 can be applied over secondscratch layer B 563 with a uniform thickness over a wide area becausecrests 572 are used as a screed reference layer for mainbrown layer 566. -
Crests 572 andvalleys 574 when dry have a rounded or smooth curvilinear cross section as is shown inFIG. 18 , due to slumping, settling, and smoothing of wet secondscratch layer B 563 material as it dries, or cures.FIG. 19 throughFIG. 21 show cross sections of embodiments ofscratch layer 562 andcoating 560 in which crests 572 andvalleys 574 have a smooth curvilinear surface. A curvilinear surface is advantageous because it does not have points and sharp corners to crack, resulting in a stronger cured layer.FIG. 19 shows how the structure ofcrests 572 are measured in these embodiments, showing that crests 572 have height H and half width WH. Half-width WH is the width WH ofcrests 572 measured between the two points wherecrest 572 is at half of its height, or H/2.Crests 572 also have period P, which is the repeating distance, or distance from any point to the point where the periodic structure repeats itself Secondscratch layer B 563 is shaped such thatvalleys 574 are height HT above firstscratch layer A 564, as shown inFIG. 19 . Inother words valley 574 does not extend through secondscratch layer B 563, but has a thickness HT of secondscratch layer B 563 material between the bottom of eachvalley 574 and firstscratch layer A 564. This is advantageous because it makes secondscratch layer B 563 stronger due to secondscratch layer B 563 being a continuous layer, as opposed to having lines of material that form thepeaks 572, andvalleys 574 extending through to firstscratch layer A 564. Separate lines of material tend to break and crack at the junctions of the material. But these junctions do not exist in secondscratch layer B 563 according to the invention. Secondscratch layer B 563 material is applied in a thickness great enough to allow the shaping ofpeaks 572 andvalleys 574 in secondscratch layer B 563, while leaving valleys 574 a height HT above firstscratch layer A 564. This method and geometry of forming firstscratch layer A 564 and secondscratch layer B 563 results in a structurallystrong scratch layer 562 that resists cracking and breaking apart. In some embodiments height HT is greater than 1/16″. In some embodiments height HT is greater than ⅛″. In some embodiments height HT is greater than 3/16″. In some embodiments height HT is greater than ¼″. - In some embodiments crests 572 have an average half width WH of between 1/16 inch and ¾ inch once
scratch layer 562 dries (cures). The average half-width WH is the average of the individual half-widths WH of a plurality ofcrests 572 formed inscratch layer 562. Anyindividual crest 572 may have other measurements due to defects or issues in forming or drying ofinner scratch layer 562, but the measurements of eachcrest 572 is often fairly close and the average of their measurements provides a good measure of the size of the plurality ofcrests 572. In some embodiments crests 572 have an average half width WH of between ⅛ inch and ⅝ inch oncescratch layer 562 dries. Formingcrests 572 andvalleys 574 with these sizes has been found to provide a coating layer with superior strength and ability to withstand cracking, and to provide a strong base for mainbrown layer 566. - In some embodiments crests 572 have an average period P of between ¼ inch and 1 and ½ inch once
inner scratch layer 562 dries. The average period P is the average of the individual periods P of a plurality ofcrests 572 formed ininner scratch layer 562. Anyindividual crest 572 may have other measurements due to defects or issues in forming or drying ofinner scratch layer 562, but the measurements of eachcrest 572 is often fairly close and the average of their measurements provides a good measure of the size of the plurality ofcrests 572. In some embodiments crests 572 have an average period P of between ½ inch and 1 and ¼ inch oncescratch layer 562 dries. Formingcrests 572 andvalleys 574 with these sizes has been found to provide a coating layer with superior strength and ability to withstand cracking, and to provide a strong base for mainbrown layer 566. - In some embodiments second
scratch layer B 563 includes cement and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate is ceramic. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and aggregate. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and aggregate. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, ceramic, and aggregate. In some embodiments the cement included in secondscratch layer B 563 is Portland cement. A ceramic material included in secondscratch layer B 563 creates a secondscratch layer B 563 that is a thermal barrier, such that heat is reflected off of secondscratch layer B 563 and heat is prevented from transferring into and out of buildingpanel core 158. - In some embodiments second
scratch layer B 563 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments secondscratch layer B 563 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. - Main
brown layer 566 can be applied over secondscratch layer B 563 with a uniform thickness over a wide area becausecrests 572 are used as a screed reference layer for mainbrown layer 566, as shown inFIG. 20 andFIG. 21 . A screed reference is a fixed height reference which the applicator can use to set the height of an applied coating mixture. Secondscratch layer B 563 has been allowed to cure (dry), and so crests 572 are solid crests with a uniform height. Thecrests 572 are used as a screed to keep the thickness of mainbrown layer 566 uniform over a large area. In someembodiments fiberglass mesh 770 is embedded in mainbrown layer 566 while mainbrown layer 566 is still wet, as shown inFIG. 21 . - Main
brown layer 566 can include any of the materials, elements, or structures discussed in this document as possible constituents of a coating layer. Mainbrown layer 566 can include any of the materials, elements, structures, or layers discussed with regard to mainbrown layer 166. Mainbrown layer 566 is a cementitious mixture in the embodiment shown in the figures. - In some embodiments main
brown layer 566 includes cement and aggregate. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes cement and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes cement and ceramic. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic aggregate. In some embodiments outer mainbrown layer 566 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, and aggregate. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes cement, acrylic bonder, fiberglass strands, a fiberglass mesh, and aggregate. In some embodiments the aggregate includes ceramic. A ceramic material included in mainbrown layer 566 provides a thermal barrier, reflecting heat away from mainbrown layer 566 and preventing heat transfer intobuilding panel core 158. - In some embodiments main
brown layer 566 includes penetration-resistant materials, layers, or structures such as one or more than one projectile or ammunition-resistant material or structure. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes radiation blocking or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes a layer, component or structure formed of lead. In some embodiments outer mainbrown layer 566 includes carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or carbon nanostructures. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes sound attenuating or inhibiting layers, materials, components, or structures. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In some embodiments mainbrown layer 566 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding - Main
brown layer 566 is applied toscratch layer 562 afterscratch layer 562 has cured. Mainbrown layer 566 in this embodiment includesbrown mixture 168 andfiberglass mesh 770.Brown mixture 168 of outer mainbrown layer 566 can be applied in many different ways, including but not by way of limitation trowelling or spraying.Brown mixture 168 in this embodiment is trowelled overscratch layer 562 such that outer mainbrown layer 566 fills invalleys 574 withbrown mixture 168, creating main brown layer crests 582 and mainbrown layer valleys 584 as shown inFIG. 17 andFIG. 20 . In thisway scratch layer 562 and mainbrown layer 566 are interdigitated. Each of a plurality ofcrests 572 reside in a corresponding one of a plurality ofvalleys 584. And each of a plurality ofcrests 582 reside in a corresponding one of a plurality ofvalleys 574. It is to be understood that crests 572 and 582 can be compressed and shaped, or formed, to be any shape, including but not limited to half-spheres, rectangular, half-oval, triangular, or any other shape or cross-section. And it is to be understood thatvalleys - Interdigitation of
scratch layer 562 and mainbrown layer 566 provides several advantages. One advantage is that interdigitation can increase the structural strength ofbuilding panel 112. Another advantage is that crests 572 inscratch layer 562 provide a thickness reference screed for mainbrown layer 566. It is often difficult to maintain a uniform coating thickness across a large building panel surface.Crests 572 provide a built-in screed for mainbrown layer 566, allowing the thickness of outer mainbrown layer 566 andcoating 560 to be uniform across a wide surface area.Fiberglass mesh 770 is embedded in outer mainbrown layer 566 while outer mainbrown layer 566 is still wet in some embodiments. - In a particular embodiment of
coating 560 according to the invention, one or more of the layers included incoating 560 includes ceramic material in the coating mixture, as mentioned above. Including ceramic material incoating 560 creates acoating 560 that acts as a thermal barrier, reflecting heat away from coating 560 instead of absorbing heat throughcoating 560. When mainbrown layer 566 includes ceramic material, heat is reflected off ofcoating 560. Coating 560 will remain cool for a long time even when subjected to high temperatures, intense sunlight, and even fire or other direct heat sources. This results in acoating 560 and abuilding panel 112 which has increased thermal resistance, better insulating qualities, and high fire resistance. In some embodimentsnon-cementitious layer 167 is included incoating 160 orcoating 560. -
FIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 show particular embodiments ofcoating 560 where secondscratch layer B 563 and mainbrown layer 566 are interdigitated, but it is to be understood that this is an example embodiment only and not meant to be limiting. Any two layers included incoating 160 orcoating 560 according to the invention can be interdigitated as described above. In some embodiments scratchlayer 162 and mainbrown layer 166 ofcoating 160 are interdigitated. Any two layers ofcoating 160 orcoating 560 can be interdigitated according to the strength and thickness uniformity requirements of the coating layer. -
FIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 , andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 showbuilding panel structure 110 according to the invention, includingbuilding panel 112. Buildingpanel 112 includescore 158 andcoating 160 covering a portion ofcore 158. Coating 160 can take many forms, including those shown inFIG. 11 throughFIG. 16 . Buildingpanel 112 ofFIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 , andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 can include coating 560 ofFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 instead of coating 160. Buildingpanel 112 as shown inFIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 , andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 can include any coating according to the invention to cover a portion ofcore 158. A building panel structure (110?) is any structure built using one or more than one building panel as an element in the structure. Buildingpanel structure 110 in the embodiment shown inFIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 , andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 includesbuilding panel 112 andfooter 190. Buildingpanel 112 in this embodiment has buildingpanel interlock element 154, which in this embodiment is buildingpanel groove 154, as shownFIG. 10 .Footer 190 has integralfooter interlock element 194, which in this embodiment isfooter tongue 194.Footer tongue 194 couples with buildingpanel groove 154 to couple buildingpanel 112 tofooter 190.Footer interlock element 194 is integral tofooter 190 becausefooter tongue 194 andfooter 190 are one integral piece. In thisembodiment footer 190 andfooter tongue 194 are both made of concrete.Footer tongue 194 is poured together withfooter 190 so thatfooter 190 andfooter tongue 194 are one integral piece.Footer tongue 194 not only provides a coupling for buildingpanel 112,footer tongue 194 also stops moisture, water, weather, and other elements from penetrating the interface betweenbuilding panel 112 andfooter tongue 194. In someembodiments footer 190 andfooter tongue 194 are poured along the exterior edge of a structure. After buildingpanels 112 are coupled tofooter 190 to createbuilding structure 110, even if water, moisture, or other elements penetrate the outer interface betweenbuilding panel 112 andfooter 190, they cannot “climb”footer tongue 194 to get to the other side of buildingpanel 112. In this wayintegral footer tongue 194 provides moisture and weather protection for buildingpanel structure 110. - Building
panel interlock element 154 can take many different forms. In some embodiments buildingpanel interlock element 154 is a building panel tongue. In some embodiments buildingpanel interlock element 154 has a form other than a tongue or a groove. In some embodiments buildingpanel groove 154 orfooter tongue 194 have barbs, spikes, hooks or other surface effects which help to holdfooter tongue 194 in buildingpanel groove 154. -
Footer interlock element 194 can take many different forms. In some embodimentsfooter interlock element 194 is a footer groove. In some embodimentsfooter interlock element 194 takes a form other than a tongue or a groove. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 , andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 , buildingpanel structure 110 is constructed by first pouringconcrete footer 190, includingintegral footer tongue 194, as a single pour. In someembodiments footer 190 is poured in multiple pours.Footer 190 andfooter tongue 194 are formed using any method which results infooter 190 andfooter tongue 194 being one integral concrete piece.Concrete foundation 192 is often poured next. In some embodimentsconcrete foundation 192 andconcrete footer 190 are formed at the same time in one concrete pour. Buildingpanel 112 is coupled tofooter 190 usingfooter tongue 194 andbuilding panel groove 154. Buildingpanel 112 can be constructed and coupled tofooter 190 in many different ways. In thisembodiment building panel 112 is constructed on-site and onfooter 190.Core 158 is built onfooter 190 and connected tofooter 190. In thisembodiment frame 130 is built and connected tofooter 190 usingbolts 188 as shown inFIG. 8 .Shaped blocks 140 ofcore 158 are coupled to frame 130, to each other, and tofooter tongue 194 to createcore 158 coupled tofooter 190 usingfooter tongue 194 andbuilding panel groove 154. Coating 160, coating 560, or any coating according to the invention, is applied to a portion ofcore 158. In thisembodiment coating 160 is applied tofront surface 124 ofcore 158 to createfirst surface 114 ofbuilding panel 112, andcoating 160 is applied torear surface 126 ofcore 158 to createsecond surface 116 ofbuilding panel 112 as shown. In some embodiments coating 160 is applied tocore 158 andfooter 190. - Building
panel 112 in this embodiment has coating 160 applied to two surfaces,front surface 124 andrear surface 126, ofcore 158. In some embodiments coating 160 is applied to only one surface ofcore 158. In some embodiments coating 160 is applied to all surfaces ofcore 158. Coating 160 can be applied to any surface or portion ofcore 158 to createbuilding panel 112 according to the invention. In some embodiments of buildingpanel 112 and/or buildingpanel structure 110, coating 560 as shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 is used instead of coating 160. In some embodiments of buildingpanel 112 and/or buildingpanel structure 110, a different coating according to the invention is used instead of coating 160. - In some embodiments of building
panel structure 110,core 158 is built and covered withcoating 160 to createbuilding panel 112 before being coupled tofooter 190. In someembodiments building panel 112 is made off-site and shipped to the building site to be coupled tofooter 190. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 , andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 ,building panel 112 is made in-place onfooter 190 as described above.Multiple building panels 112 can be added to compositebuilding panel structure 110 to create walls, ceilings, floors, beams, bridges, or any other desired structure. In this embodimentcomposite building panel 112 forms part of buildingpanel structure 110 which is a house. In otherembodiments building panel 112 forms parts of other structures and buildings in accordance with buildingpanel structure 110. In some embodiments buildingpanel structure 110 is a building. In other embodiments buildingpanel structure 110 is a bridge. In some embodiments buildingpanel structure 110 is a structure. Buildingpanel structure 110 is any building, structure, or edifice of any shape, size or use which is formed of at least one building panel according to the invention. - Building
panel structure 110 as shown inFIG. 1 ,FIG. 2 , andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 is structurally sound as soon ascoating 160 dries, and there is no need for external structural elements to holdbuilding panel 112 in place while the rest of buildingpanel structure 110 is created. In other types of foam block panel construction, for example, the foam block walls cannot support themselves until the entire structure is created and fitted together. The walls need to be supported by external structural elements during construction. These external structural elements used to hold the structure together during construction are not necessary when usingbuilding panel 112 according to the invention. Buildingpanels 112 formed each day as part ofbuilding panel system 110 are structurally sound and secure as soon ascoating 160 dries, and each day whatever part of the complete structure has been completed is strong and secure and not in danger of collapsing. - Building
panel 112 in this embodiment is stronger than other types of foam block walls.Core 158 andcoating 160 and/orcoating 560 givebuilding panel structure 110 the strength to bothhold building panel 112 secure during construction and withstand strong environmental elements and forces during the lifetime of thebuilding 110, such as wind and earth movement. Buildingpanel 112 is environmentally friendly, creating an energy efficient structure using recyclable material with less waste. - In some embodiments of building
panel 112 according to the invention,coatings 160 orcoatings 560 are formed intoconstruction board 710 according to the invention before being coupled tocore 158, as shown inFIG. 22 .Construction board 710 is formed of the same materials and layers as any of the embodiments ofcoating 160 orcoating 560, but these materials are shaped and cured into adry mixture board 710 before being coupled tocore 158. This allowsconstruction board 710 to be formed off-site and prior to formingcore 158, for example.Construction board 710 can be coupled tocore 158 using many different attachment means and methods. In someembodiments construction board 710 is coupled tocore 158 using a suction bond, not by mechanical attachments.Construction board 710 can be coupled tocore 158 using an acrylic bonder or other elastomeric polymer or cementitious mixture of liquid bonding material. In some embodiments some of the layers ofcoating core 158 as a liquid mixture and allowed to cure, and some of the layers are formed into a solid dry mixture asconstruction board 710 and then adhered to the layers ofcoating core 158. In some embodiments the wet mixture layers ofcoating core 158. Coating 160 andcoating 560 as described in this document can be applied tocore 158 in any combination of wet and dry layers, where the dry layer(s)form construction board 710 prior to being applied tocore 158. -
FIG. 22 shows a perspective view of an embodiment ofconstruction board 710 separated fromcore 158.FIG. 23 shows a side view ofconstruction board 710 ofFIG. 22 . In thisembodiment construction board 710 covers a portion ofcore 158, and comprises the elements ofcoating 160 that coverssurface 124 ofcore 158, as shown inFIG. 3 andFIG. 8 throughFIG. 10 , but in dry mixture form. In thisembodiment construction board 710 is applied tocore 158 using a suction bond adhesion material, but it is to be understood thatconstruction board 710 can be applied tocore 158 using any coupling means. In thisembodiment construction board 710 is applied tocore 158 using a suction bond adhesion material that is an elastomeric acrylic polymer bonder mixture. -
Construction board 710 can be formed to include any or all of the layers previously described for coating 160 orcoating 560. Thuscross-section 709 ofconstruction board 710 as seen inFIG. 22 andFIG. 23 can be the same or similar to any of the cross-sectional embodiments ofcoatings 160 orcoatings 560 show or described in this document. Onceconstruction board 710 is applied tocore 158 to formbuilding panel 112, buildingpanel 112 formed using drymixture construction board 710 has the same structural and protection characteristics as buildingpanel 112 that uses coating 160 or 560 that are applied while they are wet mixtures.Construction board 710 has the same or similar thickness as the thickness ofcoating 160 orcoating 560 has. In some embodiments the thickness ofconstruction board 710 is less than or equal to 1 inch. In some embodiments the thickness ofconstruction board 710 is less than or equal to ¾ inch. In some embodiments the thickness ofconstruction board 710 is less than or equal to ½ inch. -
FIG. 24 throughFIG. 63 provide details ofroof panels 812 according to the invention that are used to form a roof of a building or structure.Roof panel 812 is formed similar tobuilding panel 112, with a core and coatings covering a portion of the core. Similar numbers are used to describe similar elements of buildingpanel 112 androof panel 812.Roof panel 812 is coupled to roofstructural members 817 to formroof 825 of buildingpanel structure 810 inFIG. 24 .Roof panels 812 can be used in many different ways to form the roof of a building or structure. In some embodiments roofstructural member 817 are part ofroof panel 812.Roof panel 812 in some embodiments is either covered with a roofing surface, orroof panel 812 includes a roofing surface, as will be described below. -
FIG. 25 andFIG. 26 show embodiments ofroof panel 812 according to the invention.Roof panel 812 according to the invention includesroof panel core 858 andcoating 860.Roof panel core 858 includes one or more than one insulatingstructural block 140, as described earlier for buildingpanel 112.Roof panel core 858 is the same or similar tobuilding panel core 158 described earlier for buildingpanel 112.Roof panel core 858 can include any of the elements, structures, material, or layers that are described earlier as possible constituents of buildingpanel core 158. In some embodiments,core 858 includesframe 830 and one or more than one insulating structural block, as shown inFIG. 26 .Frame 830 is the same or similar to frame 130 as described for buildingpanel 112.Frame 830 can have any of the properties and include any of the elements described earlier for buildingpanel core 158frame 130. In someembodiments frame 830 is embedded incore 858 such that a majority of the outer surface ofroof panel 812 is a surface of insulatingstructural block 140. In someembodiments frame 830 includes roofstructural elements 817. - Coating 860 covers a portion of
core 858. In the embodiments shown, coating 860 covers surfaces of insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofcore 858. Coating 860 can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers ofcoating 160 andcoating 560 described earlier.Roof panel 812 creates a roof that is structurally sound, with superior strength, lifetime, energy efficiency, and visual appeal as compared to traditional roofing materials. -
Roof panel 812 is often formed to include the roof tile shapes and structures that provide the roof protection and visual aesthetics usually provided by roof shingles or roof tiles.Roof panel 812 and/orcoating 860 can be shaped, colored, and formed to provide strength and protection to a roof, and to provide the aesthetics of roof tiles or other roof surfaces.FIG. 27 andFIG. 28 show embodiments ofroof panel 812 wherecoating 860 is shaped to create a structure that looks like roof shake tiles.Surface 814 ofcoating 860 is shaped to have the shape and look of shake tiles.Surface 814 can be colored to have the color of roof shake tiles. Coating 860 androof panel 812, provide greater structural strength and lifetime of conventional shake tiles, however.Roof panel 812 can provide aroof 825 with a lifetime much longer than shake roof tiles, Spanish tiles, asphalt tiles, or other conventional roofing materials. InFIG. 27 , coating 860 is a two-layer coating, withsurface 814 ofsecond layer 866 shaped and colored to look like shake roof tiles. InFIG. 28 , coating 860 is a single-layer coating, withsurface 814 ofcoating 860 shaped and colored to look like shake roof tiles. -
FIG. 29 andFIG. 30 show embodiments ofroof panel 812 whereroof panel 812 is shaped and formed to look like Spanish roof tiles.FIG. 29 shows an embodiment where roof tile 820 (to be discussed in greater detail shortly) has been shaped to look like Spanish roof tiles and is coupled to surface 814 ofroof panel 812.FIG. 30 shows an embodiment where insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofcore 858 andcoating 860 are shaped so thatsurface 814 ofroof panel 812 look like Spanish roof tiles. In the embodiments shown inFIG. 27 throughFIG. 30 ,roof panels 812 provide the look of a traditional roof surface, but provide superior protection from wind, weather, elements, etc., and longer lifetime than traditional roof surfaces. -
FIG. 31 andFIG. 32 shows side view cross-sections of example embodiments ofroof panels 812, showing the construction similar tobuilding panels 112 described earlier.FIG. 31 shows a side view cross section ofroof panel 812 ofFIG. 28 , andFIG. 32 shows a side view cross-section ofroof panel 812 ofFIG. 30 . In eachembodiment roof panel 812 includescore 858 andcoating 860 covering a portion ofcore 858. In theseembodiments core 858 includes insulatingstructural blocks 140, andcoating 860 covers a portion of insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofcore 858. In these embodiments coating 860 coversbottom surface 826 ofcore 858 andtop surface 824 ofcore 858. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 31 , coating 860 coveringtop surface 824 ofcore 858 is shaped to have the shape and look of shake roof tiles. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 32,top surface 824 of insulatingstructural blocks 140 ofcore 858 andcoating 860 coveringtop surface 824 ofcore 858 are both shaped to have the form and look of Spanish roof tiles. It is to be understood thatroof panel 812,core 858, insulatingstructural blocks 140, andcoating 860 can be formed in any shape, form, color, and surface texture to provide the desired roof surface look and feel. -
FIG. 33 throughFIG. 38 show example close-up cross-section embodiments ofcoating 860 according to the invention. Coating 860 can take many different forms, including but not limited to those coating embodiments shown and discussed earlier relating tocoating 160 andcoating 560. Coating 860 can be more than one layer, and any two layers can be interdigitated as described earlier forcoating 560. -
FIG. 33 shows a close-up cross-section embodiment ofcoating 860 ontop surface 824 ofcore 858, taken atsection 809 ofFIG. 31 . The cross-section embodiments shown inFIG. 33 throughFIG. 38 are fromsection 809 ofFIG. 31 , but it is to be understood that these cross sections are possible for any coating ofroof panel 812, include coating 860 ontop surface 824 ofcore 858 ofFIG. 32 , or coating 860 onbottom surface 826 in any of the illustrated embodiments ofroof panel 812. - Coating 860 is a single layer in the embodiment shown in
FIG. 33 . Coating 860 can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer. Coating 860 in this embodiment can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described earlier for coating 160 ofbuilding panel 112 as shown and described relating toFIG. 11 , for example but not by way of limitation. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 33 coating 860 covers a portion ofroof panel core 858. In thisembodiment coating 860 covers a portion of insulatingstructural block 140 ofroof panel core 858. Coating 860 in this embodiment is a cementitious coating. In some embodiments coating 860 is non-cementitious. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 33 , coating 860 includes cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder. Cement and aggregate provide structural strength and resistance to cracking Acrylic bonder provides structural strength and adhesion to insulatingstructural block 140. In some embodiments coating 860 includes a reinforcing mesh structure, which can be a fiberglass mesh, cotton mesh, metal mesh, or any other mesh structure as described earlier formesh 170 incoating 160. In some embodiments coating 160 includes reinforcing strands, which can be fiberglass, cotton, or any other reinforcing strand element. In some embodiments the aggregate includes ceramic. In some embodiments coating 860 includes ceramic. - Coating 860 in the embodiment shown in
FIG. 34 is a double-layer coating. Coating 860 in this embodiment includesfirst layer 862 andsecond layer 866. Coating 860 andfirst layer 862 andsecond layer 866 can each, separately or collectively, include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer. Coating 860 andfirst layer 862 andsecond layer 866 can each include any of the elements, structures, material, or layers described for coating 160 ofFIG. 12 , for example. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 34 ,first layer 862 andsecond layer 866 are both cementitious coatings.First layer 862 includes cement, aggregate, and acrylic bonder, andsecond layer 866 includes cement and aggregate. This combination provides good structural strength and adhesion to insulatingstructural block 140. In some embodimentssecond layer 866 also includes acrylic bonder. In some embodiments second coating 860 also include ceramic. Ceramic has a high thermal reflectance and thus reflects sunlight and heat well, keepingcoating 860 cool. In some embodimentssecond layer 866 includes a reinforcing mesh structure. - In some embodiments of
coating 860, bothfirst layer 862 andsecond layer 866 include a reinforcing mesh structure. In some embodiments ofcoating 860, bothfirst layer 862 andsecond layer 866 includefiberglass mesh 170, as shown inFIG. 35 . In some embodimentsfirst layer 862 includeselectronic mesh structure 872, as shown inFIG. 36 .Electronic mesh structure 872 can be the same or similar, and have the same or similar characteristics, aselectronic mesh structure 172 described earlier. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 872 is insecond layer 866. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 872 is in bothfirst layer 862 andsecond layer 866. In some embodiments coating 860 includenon-cementitious layer 867, as shown inFIG. 37 .Non-cementitious layer 867 can be the same or similar tonon-cementitious layer 167 as shown and described inFIG. 14 .Non-cementitious layer 867 can be incoating 860,first layer 862, orsecond layer 866, or bothfirst layer 862 andsecond layer 866. It is to be understood that finish coatings are often applied overtop surface 814 ofroof panel 812. It is to be understood that additional layers or coatings can be applied to any of the surfaces ofroof panel 812 as shown and described. These finish or additional coatings can be paint, stucco, sealer, an elastomeric stone textured surface, a cementitious finish layer, or any other layer applied to finish buildingpanel 812. - In some embodiments coating 860 includes
fluid channels 822, as shown in one embodiment inFIG. 38 , and in additional embodiments inFIG. 49 throughFIG. 56 .Fluid channel 822 can extend through any portion ofcoating 860.Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids throughfluid channel 822 andcoating 860.Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids throughfluid channel 822 andcoating 860 for many different reasons, including, but not limited to water distribution, transferring heat betweenfluid channel 822 andcoating 860, or for conducting fluids throughcoating 860 androof panel 812 for other reasons. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 38 ,fluid channels 822 are included insecond layer 866, but it is to be understood thatfluid channel 822 can be included incoating 860 ofFIG. 33 , orfirst layer 862, ornon-cementitious layer 867.Fluid channels 822 in some embodiments extend through insulatingstructural block 140.Fluid channels 822 will be discussed in more detail shortly. - In some
embodiments roof panel 812 is applied as a retrofit to an existing building.Roof panel 812 can be applied over existing roof finish treatments such as asphalt tile, Spanish tile, or any other roof surface.Roof panel 812 can be shaped to securely fit over any roof surface and to increase the energy efficiency and strength of an existing roof. In someembodiments roof panel 812 replaces the original roofing material. In someembodiments roof panel 812 is applied over or in conjunction with the original roof materials. - Coating 860 of the embodiments shown in
FIG. 33 throughFIG. 38 are applied as a wet coating mixture tocore 858, and then allowed to cure. Coating 860 and/or each layer ofcoating 860 can be sprayed on, trowelled on, or otherwise applied as a wet mixture. In some embodiments ofroof panel 812, coating 860 is applied as a dry mixture. Coating 860 mixtures can be formed ontoroof tiles 820, for example, before being applied toroof panel core 858, to layers ofcoating 860 earlier applied, or tofinished roof panels 812.Roof tile 820 includes layers of coating mixtures that have been cured into a dry state before being applied toroof panel 812. Some of these embodiments are illustrated inFIG. 29 ,FIG. 39 throughFIG. 48 , andFIG. 51 throughFIG. 53 . -
FIG. 39 throughFIG. 48 show embodiments ofroof tile 820 whereroof tile 820 is formed of one or more than one layer of material that is formed and shaped to look like traditional roof tiles. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 39 throughFIG. 48 ,roof tile 820 is formed, shaped, and colored to look like shake roof tiles, but this is not meant to be limiting.Roof tile 820 can be formed, shaped and colored to look like Spanish roof tiles, as shown inFIG. 29 . Orroof tile 820 can be formed, shaped, and/or colored to look like other roof elements such as asphalt tile or other roof coatings or structures.Roof tile 820 can take any form, shape, or color as desired for the specific building or structure to be created.Roof tile 820 can include the materials, elements, structures, or layers ofcoating 160, coating 560, coating 860, or other coatings according to the invention.Roof tile 820 is applied as a solid dry mixture toroof panel 812.Roof tile 820 can replacecoatings 860 or be in addition tocoating 860.FIG. 39 shows an embodiment ofroof panel 812 whereroof tile 820 is coupled tocoating 860 and is in addition tocoating 860.FIG. 40 shows an embodiment ofroof panel 812 whereroof tile 820 is applied to surface 814 ofroof panel 812, withroof tile 820 replacingcoating 860.Top surface 834 ofroof tile 820 is shaped to look like shake roof tiles in this embodiment. -
FIG. 41 shows a top view ofroof tile 820 ofFIG. 39 andFIG. 40 , andFIG. 42 shows a side view ofroof tile 820 ofFIG. 39 andFIG. 40 .FIG. 43 throughFIG. 48 show example embodiments of close-up cross sections ofroof tile 820 taken atsection 819 ofFIG. 42 . The cross-section embodiments shown inFIG. 43 throughFIG. 48 are fromsection 819 ofFIG. 42 , but it is to be understood that the layers elements, structures, and materials shown and described for these cross sections are possible for any form, shape, or type ofroof tile 820 according to the embodiment. -
Roof tile 820 includes a single layer ofmaterial 842 in the embodiment shown inFIG. 43 . Single layer ofmaterial 842 can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer. Single layer ofmaterial 842 in this embodiment can include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described earlier for coating 160 ofbuilding panel 112 as shown and described relating toFIG. 11 , for example but not by way of limitation, or forsingle layer 860 as shown and described relatingFIG. 33 . In the embodiment shown inFIG. 43 , single layer ofmaterial 842 extends fromroof tile 820top surface 834 toroof tile 820bottom surface 836. In this embodiment single layer ofmaterial 842 is a cementitious layer of material. In some embodiments single layer ofmaterial 842 is non-cementitious. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 43 , single layer ofmaterial 842 includes cement and acrylic bonder. Cement provides strength toroof tile 820 and acrylic bonder makes it easy to coupleroof tile 820 toroof panel 812 with a suction bond material such as acrylic bonder. In some embodiments layer ofmaterial 842 includes aggregate. Cement and aggregate provide structural strength and resistance to cracking. In some embodiments single layer ofmaterial 842 includes a reinforcing mesh structure, which can be a fiberglass mesh, cotton mesh, metal mesh, or any other mesh structure as described earlier formesh 170 incoating 160 ormesh 870 incoating 860. In some embodiments single layer ofmaterial 842 includes reinforcing strands, which can be fiberglass, cotton, or any other reinforcing strand element. In some embodiments the aggregate in single layer ofmaterial 842 includes ceramic. In some embodiments single layer ofmaterial 842 includes ceramic. Ceramic reflects heat and helps keeproof tile 820 cool. -
Roof tile 820 in the cross-sectional embodiment shown inFIG. 44 hasfirst layer 842 andsecond layer 843.First layer 842 andsecond layer 843 can each, separately or collectively, include any of the elements, materials, structures, or layers described in this document as a possible constituent of a coating layer.First layer 842 andsecond layer 843 can each include any of the elements, structures, material, or layers described for coating 160 ofFIG. 12 , or forcoating 860,first layer 862 orsecond layer 866 ofFIG. 34 , for example. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 44 ,first layer 862 andsecond layer 843 are both cementitious coatings.First layer 842 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a fiberglass mesh, andsecond layer 843 includes cement and aggregate. This combination provides good structural strength and adhesion to insulatingstructural block 140 and/orroof panel 812. In some embodimentsfirst layer 862 includes aggregate. In some embodimentsfirst layer 842 does not include a fiberglass mesh. In some embodimentsfirst layer 862 includes perlite. Perlite is a thermal insulator and helps to keeproof tile 820 from transmitting heat through it. In some embodimentssecond layer 843 also includes acrylic bonder. In some embodiments second coating 843 also includes ceramic. Ceramic has a high thermal reflectance and thus reflects sunlight and heat well, keepingroof tile 820 cool. In some embodimentssecond layer 843 includes a reinforcing mesh structure. -
Roof tile 820 in some embodiments has a sheet of roofing membrane coupled tobottom surface 836. The sheet of roofing membrane can be useful as a moisture barrier, or for enhancing the bonding ofroof tile 820 toroof panel 812. In someembodiments roof tile 820 has further coatings or layers ontop surface 834. In some embodiments a portion oftop surface 834 is covered with an elastomeric stone textured surface, which will givetop surface 834 the look, feel and properties of asphalt roof tiles. It is to be understood that additional finish coatings or layers can be applied to any of the surfaces ofroof tile 820 to sealroof tile 820 or to add to the aesthetics appeal of roof tile 829. - In some embodiments of
roof tile 820, bothfirst layer 842 andsecond layer 843 include a reinforcing mesh structure. In some embodiments ofroof tile 820, bothfirst layer 842 andsecond layer 843 includefiberglass mesh 170, as shown inFIG. 45 . In some embodimentsfirst layer 843 includeselectronic mesh structure 872, as shown inFIG. 46 .Electronic mesh structure 872 can be the same or similar, and have the same or similar characteristics, aselectronic mesh structure 172 described earlier. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 872 is insecond layer 843. In some embodimentselectronic mesh structure 872 is in bothfirst layer 842 andsecond layer 843. In someembodiments roof tile 820 includesnon-cementitious layer 867, as shown inFIG. 47 .Non-cementitious layer 867 can be the same or similar tonon-cementitious layer 167 as shown and described in regard toFIG. 14 .Non-cementitious layer 867 can be inroof tile 820,first layer 842, orsecond layer 843, or bothfirst layer 842 andsecond layer 843. - In some embodiments coating 860 includes
fluid channels 822, as shown in one embodiment inFIG. 48 , and in additional embodiments inFIG. 49 throughFIG. 56 .Fluid channel 822 can extend through any portion ofroof tile 820.Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids throughfluid channel 822 androof tile 820.Fluid channel 822 conducts fluids throughfluid channel 822 androof tile 820 for many different reasons, including, but not limited to water distribution, transferring heat betweenfluid channel 822 androof tile 820, or for conducting fluids throughroof tile 820 androof panel 812 for other reasons. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 48 ,fluid channels 822 are included insecond layer 843, but it is to be understood thatfluid channel 822 can be included inroof tile 820 ofFIG. 43 , orfirst layer 842, ornon-cementitious layer 867.Fluid channels 822 will be discussed in more detail below. -
Roof tile 820 is often coupled toroof panel 812 with an adhesive suction bond. This eliminates mechanical attachments from the roof structure, improving the lifetime and weather resistance of a roof formed fromroof panel 812 androof tile 820. In someembodiments roof panel 812 and/orroof tile 820 will last the life of the structure they are a part of, never requiring maintenance or replacement.Roof panels 812 androof tiles 820 in some embodiments provide good thermal resistance characteristics, not allowing heat to transfer throughroof panel 812 orroof tile 820, improving the energy efficiency of the structure they are a part ofRoof panels 812 androof tiles 820 in some embodiments provide good thermal reflectance characteristics, such as by using ceramic in the layers. Thermal reflectance also helps improve the energy efficiency of the structure thatroof panels 812 and/orroof tiles 820 are a part of.Roof panels 812 androof tiles 820 can be formed in any size and shape. They are often coupled to the roof framing members in 4′×8′ sheets, for example, which minimizes the number of roof panels required and simplifies construction of a roof.Roof panels 812 androof tiles 820 are light enough to be constructed and transported in large sizes.Roof panels 812 androof tiles 820 provide superior weather and element protection for a building as compared to traditional roofing materials, and are structurally strong. In someembodiments roof panels 812 and/orroof tiles 820 are applied over existing roof elements. This can be done to fix a roof which is leaking or in need of repair, or to increase the insulating ability of an existing roof, for example but not by way of limitation.Roof panel 812 and/orroof tiles 820 can improve the lifetime of a new roof or a retrofit roof, make the structure energy efficient, and provide appealing look and feel to any new or existing roof. -
Roof panel 812 androof tile 820 can include many different types of elements that allow utilities, light, air or other gasses to pass within or throughroof panel 812 orroof tile 820.Roof panel 812 androof tile 820 can include fluid channels, for example but not by way of limitation. Fluid channels that run through or withinroof panel 812 orroof tile 820 can be used for distributing water, fuel, cooling or heating fluids, for example.Roof panel 812 androof tile 820 can include gas channels in some embodiments for the distribution of different gasses such as propane, oxygen, air, etc. Passing fluids or gases throughroof panels 812 provides a safe and efficient way to distribute fluids and gasses.Roof panel 812 androof tile 820 can include light pipes in some embodiments for the distribution of light throughroof panels 812 and/orroof tiles 820.FIG. 38 ,FIG. 48 , andFIG. 49 throughFIG. 56 shows and discuss the use offluid channels 822, but it is to be understood thatfluid channels 822 can also be used asgas channels 822 or for distribution of utilities, electrical lines, light, etc. -
FIG. 49 shows an embodiment ofroof panel 812 whereroof panel 812 includesfluid channels 822 extending lengthwise throughroof panel 812.Fluid channels 822 extend lengthwise throughroof panel 812 because they run withinroof panel 812 across the length L ofroof panel 812. In some embodimentsfluid channels 822 extend widthwise throughroof panel 812. In some embodiments fluid channels extend throughroof panel 812 from top to bottom.Fluid channels 822 can extend throughroof panel 812 in any different direction or pattern according to the needs of the specific building.Fluid channels 822 extend throughroof panel 812 in the embodiments shown inFIG. 49 throughFIG. 56 so that heat is transferred fromroof panel 812 intofluid channel 822 and into the fluid that is conducted throughfluid channel 822. The heated fluid that is conducted throughfluid channel 822 can then be sent to a water heater and used as hot water for the structure, or the heated fluid can be used to heat all or part of the structure thatroof panel 812 is a part of, for example but not by way of limitation. It is to be understood that the there are many different uses and purposes to conduct fluid throughfluid channels 822 ofroof panel 812. In this embodiment,fluid channels 822 absorb heat fromroof panel 812. The fluid being conducted throughfluid channels 822 is heated.Pipes 920 conduct fluid to or fromfluid channels 822. Usingfluid channels 822 to heat water can be an energy efficient way to provide heated water for a structure. In some embodiments the heated water is further heated at a central water heater or a point-of-use water heater. Any increase in temperature provided byroof panels 812 heating the water provides a decrease in the energy costs of the building thatroof panels 812 are a part of.Roof panels 812 are exposed to sunlight and heat and provide a convenient medium to transfer heat to water. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 49 ,fluid channels 822 extend throughcoating 860.Fascia 922 can be formed of insulatingstructural block 140 and provides an aesthetically pleasing way to coverpipes 920.Pipes 920 can be formed of PVC, metal, or any other material suitable for conducting fluids such as water. - In some embodiments of
roof panel 812,fluid channels 822 are used to deliver heated water toroof panel 812. This is useful, for example, when the roof of a building is covered with snow. Delivering heated fluid toroof panel 812 can then melt the snow on the roof. -
FIG. 50 throughFIG. 56 show example cross-sectional embodiments ofroof panels 812 androof tiles 820 that includefluid channels 822.FIG. 50 shows a cross-section ofroof panel 812 ofFIG. 49 , withfluid channels 822 extending throughcoating 860. Coating 860 in this embodiment includesfirst layer 862,second layer 866, andthird layer 874. In this embodimentthird layer 874 includes a heat-absorbing material.Third layer 874, which includes a heat-absorbing material, is in thermal communication withfluid channel 822 so that heat is transferred fromthird layer 874 tofluid channel 822.Fluid channels 822 in this embodiment are embedded inthird layer 874. In some embodimentsthird layer 874 covers a portion offluid channels 822. In some embodimentsthird layer 874, which includes a heat-absorbing material, is in thermal communication withfluid channel 822. Thermal communication means that heat is passed betweenthird layer 874 andfluid channel 822. In some embodimentsthird layer 822 is a cementitious mixture. In some embodimentsthird layer 874 includes cement and a heat-absorbing material.Third layer 874 extends totop surface 834 ofroof panel 812, so thatthird layer 874 receives sunlight and can absorb heat from the sun, transferring this absorbed heat tofluid channel 822.Fluid channel 822 often includes a fluid channel wall surrounding a fluid passageway, such as with a typical water pipe, but this is not meant to be limiting. In some embodimentsfluid channels 822 are passageways formed directly incoating 860,roof tile 820, orcore 858, with no surrounding fluid channel wall. In some embodiments additional layers or coatings are applied to surfaces ofroof panel 812, such astop surface 834 for example. For example, in some embodiments a finish layer is applied totop surface 834 that can add a desired color or provide a specific surface texture. - In the embodiment shown in
FIG. 50 ,first layer 862 includes cement, acrylic bonder, aggregate, and reinforcingmesh structure 870, but this is not meant to be limiting.Second layer 866 includes cement, acrylic bonder, and a ceramic material.Third layer 874 includes cement and a heat-absorbing material. It is to be understood thatfirst layer 862,second layer 866, andthird layer 874 can include any of the elements, materials, structure, or layers described or shown in this document as constituents of layers or coatings. - In some embodiments
fluid channels 822 extend throughroof tile 820, as shown inFIG. 51 .Roof tile 820 is formed separate fromroof panel 812, as discussed earlier.Roof tile 820 is then coupled toroof panel 812 with a suction bond, for example. In some embodimentsfirst layer 842 ofroof tile 812 is formed to be a roof tile core, surrounded bysecond layer 843, as shown inFIG. 52 . In this embodimentsecond layer 843 includes reinforcingmesh structure 870. - In some
embodiments roof tile 820 includes a core of insulatingstructural block 140, as shown inFIG. 53 .FIG. 53 also shows thatfluid channels 822 can be included incoating 860 ontop surface 824 ofroof panel core 858, and coating 860 onbottom surface 826 ofroof panel core 858.Fluid channels 822 can extend throughcore 858 in some embodiments.Fluid channels 822 can extend through insulatingstructural block 140, throughframe 830, orcoating 860, for example. It is to be understood that there are many different variations and embodiments that can be used to formroof panel 812,roof tile 820, andfluid channels 822. Example embodiments are shown in the figures but these are not meant to be limiting.Fluid channels 822 can be embedded incoating 860,first coating layer 862,second coating layer 866, or any other coatings or layers described in this document. In some embodimentsfluid channel 822 is embedded incoating coating -
FIG. 54 shows a cross-section of an embodiment ofroof panel 812 wherecoating 860 includes insulatingstructural block 140 andfluid channels 822. Insulatingstructural block 140 is used incoating 860 in this embodiment to provide a shape tocoating 860 androof panel 812. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 54 andFIG. 55 , coating 860first layer 862 includes reinforcingmesh structure 870. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 56 , further layers are added tocoating 860. This embodiment includesfourth layer 868. It is to be understood that further layers and coating can be applied for structural strength, aesthetics, or any other reason. Fourth layer 86 can be the same or similar to any of the other coatings and layers described in this document. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 56 ,first layer 862 andfourth layer 868 each include a reinforcingmesh structure 870. - It is to be understood that many different embodiments of
roof panel 812 androof tile 820 are possible according to the invention in addition to those described in this document. In some embodimentsroof panel core 858 includes corrugated metal structures. In some embodiments these corrugated metal structures encasefluid channels 822. In some embodiments a pair of corrugated metal structures are a part ofcore 858. The pair of corrugated metal structures enclosefluid channels 822 such that one corrugated metal structure is below afluid channel 822 and one corrugated metal structure is above thefluid channel 822. In some embodiments additional layers are added toroof panel 812 and/orroof tile 820 to provide desired qualities such as strength, protection, or aesthetics. -
Roof panel 812 androof tile 820 provide a structurally sound, energy efficient and durable way to form a roof of a structure.Roof panel 812 androof tile 820 are easy to construct, easy to form intoroof 825 of buildingpanel structure 810, and can be made to look like any specific roof shape or color desired.Roof panel 812 androof tile 820 can also be used as part of the heating or cooling system of the structure, or to distribute fluids, gasses, utilities, light, or other items that are distributed within buildingpanel structure 810. -
Roof panel 812 androof tiles 820 can be used to formroof 825 using many different construction methods. In some embodiments ofstructure 810,roof panels 812 and/orroof tiles 820 are constructed away from the building site and coupled together at the site to createstructure 810. In some embodiments ofstructure 810,roof panels 812 and/orroof tiles 820 are partially constructed away from the building site, and finished at the building site. This finishing can take the form of adding further coatings, layers, and/or finish coatings. In some embodiments ofstructure 810,roof panels 812 and/orroof tiles 820 are fully constructed at the building site. In some embodiments of buildingpanel structure 810, some or all ofcoatings 860 are applied as wet mixtures afterroof panel core 858 has been coupled toroof framing member 817. Exemplary methods of forming a roof according to the invention are illustrated inFIG. 57 throughFIG. 63 . -
FIG. 57 throughFIG. 62 illustrate a method of forming a roof according to the invention, where some of the roof panel coatings or layers are applied afterroof panel core 858 is coupled toroof framing members 817.FIG. 63 illustratesmethod 2000 of forming a roof according to the invention, whereroof panel 812 is formed, and thenroof panel 812 is coupled toroof framing members 817. -
FIG. 57 showsroof panel core 858 ofroof panel 812 being coupled to roof framing members 817 (seeFIG. 57 andFIG. 24 ). In the embodiment shown,roof panel 812 already has coating 860 pre-applied tobottom surface 826 ofroof panel core 858, andfirst layer 862 pre-applied totop surface 824 ofroof panel core 858, but this is not meant to be limiting. Pre-applied means the coatings and/or layers were applied and allowed to cure beforeroof panel core 858 was coupled toroof framing members 858. In some embodimentsroof panel core 858 has no coatings or layers pre-applied. In some embodimentsroof panel core 858 has some coatings or layers pre-applied. -
FIG. 58 shows a side view ofroof panel 812 ofFIG. 57 coupled toroof framing member 817, withscreed frame 933 being lowered ontoroof panel 812. In this embodiment more coating 860 layers are to be added toroof panel 812.Screed frame 933 is temporarily placed on top ofroof panel 812 to provide a screed reference, or thickness reference, for finishing the surface of the coating layers applied toroof panel 812.Screed frame 933 is also used to form and shape the wet mixtures into the desired shape and texture.Wet coating mixture 865, which will becomesecond layer 866 when cured, is placed intoscreed frame 933 as shown inFIG. 59 .Wet mixture 865 is leveled and smoothed usingscreed frame 933 as a height reference, as shown inFIG. 60 andFIG. 61 . In thisembodiment screed frame 933 is designed to makesecond coating layer 866 that is shaped like roof shake tiles, but it is to be understood thatscreed frame 933 can be shaped to form coating layers of any shape or thickness. Oncescreed frame 933 is removed fromroof panel 812, as shown inFIG. 62 ,second layer 866 ofcoating 860 is allowed to cure and becomes part ofroof panel 812. It is to be understood that many different coatings and layers can be applied in-place toroof panel 812 and/orroof panel core 858 according to this method.Core 858 can be formed first, with some or all of itscoatings 860 applied. Those coatings or layers not pre-applied can be applied aftercore 858 is coupled toroof framing members 817. -
FIG. 63 illustratesmethod 2000 of forming a roof according to the invention.Method 2000 includesstep 2010 of forming a roof panel, where the roof panel includes an insulating structural block.Step 2010 of forming a roof panel, where the roof panel includes an insulating structural block, can include many other steps. In some embodiments step 2010 includes the step of forming a roof panel core, where the roof panel core includes an insulating structural block. In some embodiments step 2010 includes the step of applying a first coating to a portion of the roof panel core, where the first coating includes cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder. -
Method 2000 according to the invention also includesstep 2020 of coupling the roof panel to a roof framing member of a building.Method 2000 can include many other steps. In someembodiments method 2000 includes the step of placing a screed frame on the roof panel. In someembodiments method 2000 includes the step of applying a wet first coating mixture to a portion of the roof panel, where the wet first coating mixture comprises cement, acrylic bonder, and aggregate. In someembodiments method 2000 includes the step of allowing the wet first coating mixture to cure. In someembodiments method 2000 includes the step of applying a wet second coating mixture over a portion of the cured first coating mixture, where the wet second coating mixture comprises cement, acrylic bonder, and ceramic. - In some
embodiments method 2000 includes the step of embedding a fluid channel in the wet second coating mixture before the wet second coating mixture is allowed to cure. In someembodiments method 2000 includes the step of embedding a reinforcing mesh in the wet second coating mixture before the wet second coating mixture is allowed to cure. In someembodiments method 2000 includes the step of removing the screed frame from the roof panel core. -
FIG. 64 throughFIG. 67 show embodiments ofbuilding panels panels building panels 112 with the addition offlanges FIG. 64 shows buildingpanel core 258. Buildingpanel core 258 can be used to replacecore 158 in buildingpanel 112 orcore 858 inroof panel 812.FIG. 65 shows building panel 212 that includescore 258. Buildingpanel 212 includescore 258 and one or more ofcoatings core 258.Coatings coatings Coatings core 258.Core 258 in this embodiment hasfront surface 224,rear surface 226,top edge 253,bottom edge 254,first side edge 255 andsecond side edge 256, as shown inFIG. 64 . Coating 160, 560, or 860 covers a portion ofcore 258. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 65 , one ofcoatings front surface 224 andrear surface 226 of core 258 (FIG. 65 ).Front surface 224 covered with one ofcoatings first surface 214 ofbuilding panel 212.Rear surface 226 covered with one ofcoatings second surface 216 ofbuilding panel 212 in the embodiment shown inFIG. 65 . In some embodiments one ofcoatings core 258 and/or blocks 140 ofcore 258. Coating 160, 560, or 860 can cover any portion ofcore 258. -
Core 258 is formed in this embodiment offrame 230 and at least one insulatingstructural block 140, as shown inFIG. 64 . In thisembodiment core 258 includes more than one insulatingstructural block 140. In someembodiments core 258 includes one insulatingstructural block 140. In some embodiments insulatingstructural block 140 is molded aroundframe 230. In someembodiments core 258 includes other elements in addition toframe 230 and insulatingstructural blocks 140, such as electrical wires, water pipes or gas pipes, other utilities or elements needing to be sent through or withinstructure 110 orbuilding panel 212. In thisembodiment frame 230 is embedded in insulatingstructural blocks 140.Frame 230 being embedded inblocks 140 provides structural strength tocore 258 and yet leaves most of the outer surface ofcore 258 as a surface ofblocks 140, so that the outer surface ofcore 258 can be easily shaped and covered withcoating coatings structural blocks 140 instead offrame 230. This allowscore 158 andbuilding panel 112 to be shaped for aesthetically pleasing shapes, and provides the outer surface ofcore 258 as a surface of insulatingstructural blocks 140, which accepts and retains coating 160, 560, or 860 for strength and exterior finishing. In this embodiment, whereframe 230 is embedded inblocks 140, there are portions offrame 230, such asflanges block 140 so thatframe 230 can be connected to other frames and structures. - Building
panel 212 includescore 258, which includesframe 230.Frame 230 includeshorizontal frame members Frame 230 andcore 258 includesfirst frame member 234 andsecond frame member 235.First frame member 234 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 tosecond side edge 256.First frame member 234 extends approximately parallel tobottom edge 254 in this embodiment.First frame member 234 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D1 frombottom edge 254. Distance D1 is measured frombottom edge 254 to approximately the center point offirst frame member 234. In this embodiment distance D1 is about 14 inches. Distance D1 is about 14 inches because that is the approximate placement of electrical outlets in houses—about 14 inches above the floor. Thus when buildingpanel 212 is used as a wall of a house andbottom edge 254 is adjacent the floor or footer such asfooter 190,first frame member 234 will be extending horizontally approximately parallel to the floor and about 14 inches above the floor. Electrical wires are run withinfirst frame member 234, which in this embodiment is formed of hollow metal box tubing. Electrical outlets can be placed onfront surface 224 orrear surface 226, and electrical wires can be easily extended betweenfirst frame member 234 and the electrical outlets (see, for example,electrical outlet 381 ofbuilding panel 312 inFIG. 66 ). In some embodiments distance D1 is between about 12 inches and about 16 inches. It is to be understood that distance D1 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use ofbuilding panel 212. In some buildings distance D1 is a distance other than between 12 and 16 inches that provides convenient access for utilities or other items that are run through or housed withinfirst frame member 234. -
Frame 230 ofcore 258 also includessecond frame member 235.Second frame member 235 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 tosecond side edge 256.Second frame member 235 extends approximately parallel tobottom edge 254.Second frame member 235 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D2 frombottom edge 254. In this embodiment distance D2 is about 48 inches. Distance D2 is about 48 inches because that is the approximate placement of electrical switches in houses—about 48 inches above the floor. Thus when buildingpanel 212 is used as a wall of a house andbottom edge 254 is adjacent the floor or footer such asfooter 190,second frame member 235 will be extending horizontally approximately parallel to the floor and about 48 inches above the floor. Electrical wires are run withinsecond frame member 235, which in this embodiment is hollow metal box tubing. Electrical switches can be placed onfront surface 224 orrear surface 226, and electrical wires can be easily extended betweensecond frame member 235 and the electrical switches (see, for example,electrical switch 383 ofbuilding panel 312 inFIG. 66 ). In some embodiments distance D2 is between about 42 inches and about 54 inches. It is to be understood that distance D2 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use ofbuilding panel 212. In someembodiments building panel 212 includes additional horizontal frame members, such as shown inFIG. 66 for buildingpanel 312. -
Frame 230 ofcore 258 also includesflanges flange 239 not shown inFIG. 64 andFIG. 65 , but can be seen inFIG. 66 andFIG. 67 with regard to building panel 312).Flanges blocks 140 and are used to couple buildingpanel 212 to structural elements such asvertical frame members 132 of a structure (seeFIG. 67 ).Frame 230 ofbuilding panel 212 includesflange 233 which protrudes fromfirst side edge 254.Flange 233 is coupled tofirst frame member 234 andsecond frame member 235. When flange 233 is coupled to a structural element of a building such as avertical frame member 132, buildingpanel 212 becomes a sturdy part of the building such asstructure 110 shown inFIG. 1 andFIG. 2 . In some embodiments flange 233 is coupled only tofirst frame member 234. In some embodiments flange 233 is coupled only tosecond frame member 235. In some embodiments flange 233 is coupled to other elements offrame 230. -
Frame 230 ofbuilding panel 212 also includesflange 231 which protrudes fromtop edge 253.Flange 231 is coupled tosecond frame member 235. When flange 231 is coupled to a structural element of a building or structure such asstructure 110, buildingpanel 212 is rigidly and strongly coupled to the building or structure and becomes a part of the building or structure. In some embodiments flange 231 is coupled only tosecond frame member 235. In some embodiments flange 231 is coupled to other elements offrame 230. - In some
embodiments core 258 includes structures, elements, layers, or materials that create abuilding panel 212 according to the invention with the ability to provide specific types of protection. In someembodiments core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide protection from penetration such as from flying objects, projectiles such as bullets, or other items that could cause harm. In someembodiments core 258 encapsulates structures, layers, materials, or elements that block or slow down projectiles or other flying objects. For example,core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded incore 258, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140 that block or slow down projectiles. These projectile-resistant elements can provide protection to inhabitants in dangerous areas from projectiles or from flying objects caused by extreme weather or accidents, for example. The protective layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, polymer, plastic, acrylic, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, or other materials, or other forms. - In some
embodiments core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or materials that provide sound attenuation or blockage. For example,core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated bycore 258, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140, that block or attenuate sound. These sound-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, machinery, vehicles, or other loud noise-generators. These sound-deadening layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, polymer, plastic, acrylic, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the sound-deadening materials form anechoic devices or layers. - In some
embodiments core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide radiation attenuation or blockage. For example,core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated bycore 258, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140 that block or attenuate radiation. The radiation blocked or attenuated can take many forms, including electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetic pulses, radio frequency radiation, optical radiation, x-rays, nuclear radiation, radioactive radiation, or other types of radiation. These radiation-deadening elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, electromagnetic pulses, or acts of God. These radiation-shielding layers or materials can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanostructures, one or more layers of lead, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the radiation-deadening materials form an element that reflects certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation-deadening materials form an element that absorbs certain types of radiation. In some embodiments the radiation-deadening materials form an element that provides electromagnetic shielding. In someembodiments core 258 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide radio frequency shielding. In someembodiments core 258 includes elements, structures, or materials that provide electromagnetic interference shielding. - In some
embodiments core 258 includes structures, elements, layers or material that provide chemical attenuation or blockage. For example,core 258 according to the invention can include layers or materials embedded in or encapsulated bycore 258, embedded inblocks 140, or sandwiched betweenblocks 140 that block or attenuate one or more specific chemicals. The chemicals blocked or attenuated can take many forms, natural or man-made. The chemical attenuating or blocking elements can provide protection to inhabitants from explosions, accidents at power generating stations, acts of war, or acts of God. These layers can be man-made or natural, and can take the form of layers of mesh, layers of metal, carbon fibers, polymer, plastic, acrylic, gel, or other materials, or other forms. In some embodiments the chemical-blocking materials form an element that absorbs certain types of chemicals. - Building
panel core 258 ofbuilding panel 212 has a coating covering a portion ofcore 258. In this embodiment one or more ofcoating 160, coating 560, or coating 860 covers a portion ofcore 258. One or more ofcoating 160, coating 560, or coating 860 covers a portion ofblocks 140 of buildingpanel core 258 in this embodiment. In some embodiments of buildingpanel 212, coating 160 as described earlier covers a portion ofcore 258. In some embodiments coating 160 is asingle layer coating 160 as shown inFIG. 11 and described earlier. In some embodiments coating 160 has more than one coating layer as shown inFIG. 12 throughFIG. 16 and described earlier. In some embodiments coating 160 includes afirst coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments coating 160 includesfirst coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and a synthetic bonder. In some embodiments coating 160 includes asecond coating layer 164 covering a portion offirst coating layer 162, wheresecond coating layer 164 comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder. - In some embodiments of building
panel 212, coating 560 as described earlier and shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 covers a portion ofcore 258. In some embodiments coating 560 includefirst coating layer 562 as described earlier, wherefirst coating layer 562 includes a plurality of crests and valleys. In some embodiments coating 560 includessecond layer 566 that covers the plurality of crests and valleys. In some embodiments the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and ½ inch. In some embodiments the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and ¾ inch. In some embodiments the plurality of crests have an average height of between ⅛ inch and ¾ inch. In some embodiments the plurality of crests have an average height of between 1/16 inch and 1 inch. - In some embodiments of building
panel 212, coating 860 as described earlier and shown inFIG. 25 throughFIG. 38 andFIG. 49 andFIG. 50 covers a portion ofcore 258. It is to be understood that buildingpanel 212 can includes any of the elements, structures, coating, coating ingredients, layers, or items used or described in this document. -
FIG. 66 andFIG. 67 show an embodiment ofbuilding panel 312. Buildingpanel 312 is similar tobuilding panel 112 andbuilding panel 212 and similar numbering is used to designate similar elements. Buildingpanel 312 includescore 358 and one or more ofcoatings core 358.Coatings coatings FIG. 66 andFIG. 67 , one ofcoatings core 358, which becomessecond surface 316 ofbuilding panel 312. And one ofcoatings core 358, which becomesfirst surface 314 ofbuilding panel 312. In some embodiments one ofcoatings core 358 and/or blocks 140 ofcore 358. Coating 160, 560, or 860 can cover any portion ofcore 358. -
Core 358 is formed in this embodiment offrame 330 and at least one insulatingstructural block 140. In someembodiments core 358 includes other elements in addition toframe 330 and insulatingstructural blocks 140, such as electrical wires, water pipes or gas pipes, other utilities or elements needing to be sent through or withinstructure 110 orbuilding panel 312. -
Frame 330 includeshorizontal frame members horizontal frame members panel 212.First frame member 234 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D1 frombottom edge 254. In this embodiment distance D1 is about 14 inches. Distance D1 is about 14 inches because that is the approximate placement of electrical outlets in houses—about 14 inches above the floor.Electrical outlet 381 is placed onfirst surface 314 as shown inFIG. 66 , and electrical wires are extended betweenfirst frame member 234 and theelectrical outlet 381. In some embodiments distance D1 is between about 12 inches and about 16 inches. It is to be understood that distance D1 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use ofbuilding panel 312. In some buildings distance D1 is a distance other than between 12 and 16 inches that provides convenient access for utilities or other items that are run through or housed withinfirst frame member 234. -
Frame 330 ofcore 358 also includessecond frame member 235.Second frame member 235 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 tosecond side edge 256.Second frame member 235 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D2 frombottom edge 254. In this embodiment distance D2 is about 48 inches. Electrical wires are run withinsecond frame member 235, which in this embodiment is hollow metal box tubing.Electrical switch 383 is placed onfirst surface 314 and electrical wires are extended betweensecond frame member 235 andelectrical switch 383. In some embodiments distance D2 is between about 42 inches and about 54 inches. It is to be understood that distance D2 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use ofbuilding panel 312. -
Frame 330 ofcore 358 also includesthird frame member 236.Third frame member 236 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 tosecond side edge 256.Third frame member 236 extends horizontally fromfirst side edge 255 to second side edge 256 a distance D3 frombottom edge 254. In this embodiment distance D3 is about 84 inches. Electrical wires are run withinthird frame member 236, which in this embodiment is hollow metal box tubing. Distance D3 is about 84 inches because this distance is a common distance above floors—near the ceiling, for placing other electrical outlets, switches, appliances, outlets for lights and ceiling fans, etc. In some embodiments distance D3 is between about 78 inches and about 90 inches. It is to be understood that distance D3 can be changed to any appropriate distance according to the dimensions and use ofbuilding panel 312. -
Frame 330 ofcore 358 also includesflanges 231, 233 (FIG. 67 ), and 239 (FIG. 66 ).Flanges blocks 140 and are used to couple buildingpanel 312 to structural elements such asvertical frame members 132 of a structure as shown inFIG. 67 .Flange 233 is as described above with respect to buildingpanel 212.Frame 330 ofbuilding panel 212 includesflange 239 which protrudes fromsecond side edge 256.Flange 239 is coupled tofirst frame member 234,second frame member 235, andthird frame member 236. When flange 239 is coupled to a structural element of a building such as avertical frame member 132 as shown inFIG. 67 ,building panel 312 becomes a sturdy part of the building such asstructure 110 shown inFIG. 1 andFIG. 2 . In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled only tofirst frame member 234. In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled only tosecond frame member 235. In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled only tothird frame member 236. In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled tofirst frame member 234 and tosecond frame member 235. In some embodiments flange 239 is coupled to other elements offrame 330. -
Frame 330 ofbuilding panel 212 also includesflange 231 which protrudes fromtop edge 253.Flange 231 is coupled tofourth frame member 238. When flange 231 is coupled to a structural element of a building or structure such asstructure 110, such asroof truss 133 orvertical frame member 132, buildingpanel 312 is rigidly and strongly coupled to the building or structure and becomes a part of the building or structure. - In some
embodiments core 358 includes structures, elements, layers, or materials that create abuilding panel 312 according to the invention with the ability to provide specific types of protection, as explained earlier with regard to buildingpanels 112 andbuilding panels 212. Buildingpanel 312 can include any of these structures, elements, layers or materials. - Building
panel core 358 ofbuilding panel 312 has a coating covering a portion ofcore 358. In this embodiment one or more ofcoating 160, coating 560, or coating 860 covers a portion ofcore 358. One or more ofcoating 160, coating 560, or coating 860 covers a portion ofblocks 140 of buildingpanel core 358 in this embodiment. In some embodiments of buildingpanel 312, coating 160 as described earlier covers a portion ofcore 358. In some embodiments coating 160 is asingle layer coating 160 as shown inFIG. 11 and described earlier. In some embodiments coating 160 has more than one coating layer as shown inFIG. 12 throughFIG. 16 and described earlier. In some embodiments coating 160 includes afirst coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder. In some embodiments coating 160 includesfirst coating layer 162 comprising cement, aggregate and a synthetic bonder. In some embodiments coating 160 includes asecond coating layer 164 covering a portion offirst coating layer 162, wheresecond coating layer 164 comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder. - In some embodiments of building
panel 312, coating 560 as described earlier and shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 covers a portion ofcore 358. In some embodiments coating 560 includefirst coating layer 562 as described earlier, wherefirst coating layer 562 includes a plurality of crests and valleys. In some embodiments coating 560 includessecond layer 566 that covers the plurality of crests and valleys. In some embodiments the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and ½ inch. In some embodiments the plurality of crests has an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and ¾ inch. In some embodiments the plurality of crests have an average height of between ⅛ inch and ¾ inch. In some embodiments the plurality of crests have an average height of between 1/16 inch and 1 inch. - In some embodiments of building
panel 312, coating 860 as described earlier and shown inFIG. 25 throughFIG. 38 andFIG. 49 andFIG. 50 covers a portion ofcore 358. It is to be understood that buildingpanel 212 can includes any of the elements, structures, coating, coating ingredients, layers, or items used or described in this document. Coating 160, 560, or 860 can include fluid channels to pass fluid throughbuilding panel 312, as described earlier regardingfluid channels 822. The fluid can be used to heat orcool building panel 312, or to pass heating or cooling fluids throughbuilding panel 312. -
FIG. 67 shows thatvertical frame members 132 and roof trusses 133 are built onfooter 190. Buildingpanels vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133, as shown inFIG. 67 .FIG. 67 shows apre-formed building panel 312 that is being placed againstvertical frame members 132. Buildingpanel 312 is coupled tovertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 to form a building or structure. Buildingpanel 312 is coupled tovertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 by couplingflange vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133. - Building
panels Preformed building panels vertical frame members 132 and/or roof trusses 133 to form a building or structure such asstructure 110. Items such as electrical wires, audio/visual cables, heating and cooling conduits, radiant heating or cooling tubes, tubing for solar heating or cooling, water pipes, or other facilities which need to be distributed throughout the building or structure such asbuilding panel house 110 that is being built, are run throughhorizontal members panels vertical members 132 or other building structural elements. When usingbuilding panels vertical members 132 are needed, and facilities are easily run through the building panel structure being formed throughhorizontal members panel structure 110 or other buildings or structures that are built can be easily made to be an energy efficient, net-zero structure usingbuilding panels -
FIG. 64 throughFIG. 67 show howhorizontal members building panels horizontal members horizontal member 234 is positioned 12 to 16 inches above floor height, where electrical outlets are placed. Secondhorizontal member 235 is positioned 4 feet above floor level, where electrical switches are positioned. Thirdhorizontal member 236 is placed at 7 feet above floor level where electrical wires can be run to ceilings for lights and fans, for example. Horizontal members that are placed at these heights allow easy access to electrical wires or other support elements that are run throughframe 330 members. - In some
embodiments building panels FIG. 64 throughFIG. 67 can be applied to the outside of existing structures to make them more energy efficient, or to add other support or protection features thatbuilding panels panel -
FIG. 68 throughFIG. 70 show embodiments of building panels that include various further embodiments of building panel cores, where the building panel cores are different than those already described in this document. The building panels and building panel cores shown inFIG. 68 throughFIG. 70 and described herein can be used interchangeably with any of the building panels or building panel cores described elsewhere in this document. -
FIG. 68 shows building panel 1112, which includesbuilding panel core 1158 and one or more than one ofcoatings building panel core 1158. Buildingpanel core 1158 includescement block 142, wallboard 144 andEPS foam block 140. Wallboard 144 can be any type of wallboard used in the construction trades. In some embodiments wallboard 144 is replaced withconstruction board 710 described earlier. In some embodiments cement blocks 142 are replaced with other cementitious structures such as brick. One ofcoatings core 1158, in thisembodiment covering surface 1124 ofcore 1158. In thisembodiment surface 1124 is a surface offoam block 140.Building panel 1112 can include any of the elements, components, structures, coatings, or coating layers that are described in this document regarding other building panels and coatings. Buildingpanel core 1158 can be used in place of any of the other building panel cores described in this document. -
FIG. 69 shows building panel 1212, which includesbuilding panel core 1258 and one or more than one ofcoatings building panel core 1258. Buildingpanel core 1258 includesframe 130, which in this embodiment issteel frame members 130,insulation 146, wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710, andEPS foam block 140 as shown inFIG. 69 . Wallboard 144 can be any type of wallboard used in the construction trades. In some embodiments wallboard 144 is replaced withconstruction board 710 described earlier.Insulation 146 can be any insulating element. One ofcoatings core 1258, in thisembodiment covering surface 1224 ofcore 1258. In thisembodiment surface 1224 is a surface offoam block 140.Building panel 1212 can include any of the elements, components, structures, coatings, or coating layers that are described in this document regarding other building panels and coatings. Buildingpanel core 1258 can be used in place of any of the other building panel cores described in this document. -
FIG. 70 shows building panel 1312, which includesbuilding panel core 1358 and one or more than one ofcoatings building panel core 1358. Buildingpanel core 1358 includesframe 330, which in this embodiment iswood frame members 330,insulation 146, wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710, andEPS foam block 140 as shown inFIG. 70 . Wallboard 144 can be any type of wallboard used in the construction trades. In some embodiments wallboard 144 is replaced withconstruction board 710 described earlier.Insulation 146 can be any insulating element. One ofcoatings core 1358, in thisembodiment covering surface 1324 ofcore 1358. In thisembodiment surface 1324 is a surface offoam block 140.Building panel 1312 can include any of the elements, components, structures, coatings, or coating layers that are described in this document regarding other building panels and coatings. Buildingpanel core 1358 can be used in place of any of the other building panel cores described in this document. -
FIG. 71 throughFIG. 76 show further embodiments of building panels according to the invention, where these embodiments of building panels according to the invention are formed by covering a portion of an existing wall structure with one or more ofcoatings Coatings coating coatings building panels panel -
FIG. 71 shows building panel 1412.Building panel 1412 includesbuilding panel core 1458 and one or more ofcoatings building panel core 1458. Buildingpanel core 1458 includes existingwall structure 1400 and first piece ofEPS foam block 140 a.Building panel 1412 is formed to retrofit existingwall structure 1400 by coveringouter surface 1464 of existingwall structure 1400 with first piece ofEPS foam 140 a andcoatings wall structure 1400 is retrofitted by applying first piece ofEPS foam 140 a toouter surface 1464 of existingwall structure 1400 and then covering a portion ofsurface 1424 of first piece ofEPS foam 140 a with one or more ofcoatings wall structure 1400 is existingblock wall structure 1400. Existingblock wall structure 1400 includes cement block(s) 142 covered with an exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS)layer 148.Cement block 142 is covered on one surface in this embodiment with wall board 144 orconstruction board 710. The interior surface ofcement block 142 is often the surface covered with wall board 144 orconstruction board 710. Another surface ofcement block 142 of existingwall structure 1400 is covered withEIFS layer 148.EIFS layer 148 often covers an exterior surface ofcement block 142.EIFS layer 148 in this embodiment includes second piece ofEPS foam 140 b, and cementitiousadhesive coating 147 covering second piece ofEPS foam 140 b. In thisembodiment fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded in cementitiousadhesive coating 147. The designation of “first” and “second” piece of EPS foam is not meant to designate priority or sequence. In this instance second piece ofEPS foam 140 b is used first—it is built as part of existingwall structure 1400. Later when existingwall structure 1400 is being retrofitted—first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is added overEIFS layer 148. Retrofitting existing cementblock wall structure 1400 in this way provides advantages of thermal efficiency, strength, and protection from radiation, sound energy, or penetration as can be provided bycoatings Coatings wall structure 1400. -
FIG. 72 shows an embodiment where first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is eliminated in the retrofit of existingwall structure 1400. First piece ofEPS foam 140 a can be eliminated in situations where the thermal resistance provided by first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is not needed, for example. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 72 ,building panel 1512 includescore 1558, which comprises existing cementblock wall structure 1400, and one or more ofcoatings core 1558. In this embodiment existingblock wall structure 1400 is retrofitted by applyingcoating outer surface 1464 of existingwall structure 1400. -
FIG. 73 shows building panel 1612.Building panel 1612 includesbuilding panel core 1658 and one or more ofcoatings building panel core 1658. Buildingpanel core 1658 includes existingwall structure 1600 and first piece ofEPS foam block 140 a.Building panel 1612 is formed to retrofit existingwall structure 1600 by coveringouter surface 1664 of existingwall structure 1600 with first piece ofEPS foam 140 a andcoatings wall structure 1600 is retrofitted by applying first piece ofEPS foam 140 a toouter surface 1664 of existingwall structure 1600 and then covering a portion ofsurface 1624 of first piece ofEPS foam 140 a with one or more ofcoatings wall structure 1600 is existing steelframe wall structure 1600. Existing steelframe wall structure 1600 includessteel frame members 130, wallboard 144 (or construction board 710), second piece ofEPS foam 140 b, andEIFS layer 148 covering a portion of second piece ofEPS foam 140 b. Existing steelframe wall structure 1600 can be any steel frame wall structure used to form buildings, structures, walls, etc. In this embodiment existing steelframe wall structure 1600 includessteel frame members 130, which form the frame of existing steelframe wall structure 1600 andbuilding panel 1612. Wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710 as described earlier is coupled tosteel frame 130 and containsinsulation 146 in existing steelframe wall structure 1600.Insulation 146, which can be any insulating material, is contained between thewallboards 140 orconstruction boards 710. In this embodiment a portion of a wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710 of existing steelframe wall structure 1600 is covered withEIFS layer 148.EIFS layer 148 covers a portion of wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710.EIFS layer 148 in this embodiment includes second piece ofEPS foam 140 b, and cementitiousadhesive coating 147 covering second piece ofEPS foam 140 b. In thisembodiment fiberglass mesh 170 is embedded in cementitiousadhesive coating 147. The designation of “first” and “second” piece of EPS foam is not meant to designate priority or sequence. In this instance second piece ofEPS foam 140 b is used first—it is built as part of existingwall structure 1600. Later when existingwall structure 1600 is being retrofitted—first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is added overEIFS layer 148. Retrofitting existing steelframe wall structure 1600 in this way provides advantages of thermal efficiency, strength, and protection from radiation, sound energy, or penetration as provided bycoatings Coatings wall structure 1600. -
FIG. 74 shows an embodiment where first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is eliminated in the retrofit of existingwall structure 1600. First piece ofEPS foam 140 a can be eliminated in situations where the thermal resistance provided by first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is not needed, for example. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 74 ,building panel 1712 includescore 1758, which comprises existing steelframe wall structure 1600, and one or more ofcoatings core 1758. In this embodiment existingblock wall structure 1600 is retrofitted by applyingcoating outer surface 1664 of existingwall structure 1600. -
FIG. 75 shows building panel 1812.Building panel 1812 includesbuilding panel core 1858 and one or more ofcoatings building panel core 1858. Buildingpanel core 1858 includes existingwall structure 1800 and first piece ofEPS foam block 140 a.Building panel 1812 is formed to retrofit existingwall structure 1800 by coveringouter surface 1864 of existingwall structure 1800 with first piece ofEPS foam 140 a andcoatings wall structure 1800 is retrofitted by applying first piece ofEPS foam 140 a toouter surface 1864 of existingwall structure 1800 and then covering a portion ofsurface 1824 of first piece ofEPS foam 140 a with one or more ofcoatings wall structure 1800 is existing woodframe wall structure 1800. Existing woodframe wall structure 1800 includeswood frame members 330, wallboard 144 (or construction board 710) coupled towood frame members 330,metal lath 155 coupled to a portion of wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710, andstucco coating 157 coupled tometal lath 155. Existing woodframe wall structure 1800 can be any wood frame wall structure used to form buildings, structures, walls, etc. In this embodiment existing woodframe wall structure 1800 includeswood frame members 330, which form the frame of existing woodframe wall structure 1800 andbuilding panel 1812. Wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710 as described earlier is coupled towood frame 330 and containsinsulation 146 in existing woodframe wall structure 1800.Insulation 146, which can be any insulating material, is contained between thewallboards 140 orconstruction boards 710 of existing woodframe wall structure 1800. In this embodiment a portion of a wallboard 144 orconstruction board 710 of existing woodframe wall structure 1600 is covered withmetal lath 155 andstucco 157.Metal lath 155 andstucco 157 form the exterior part of existing woodframe wall structure 1800, as is known in the art of forming wood frame and stucco wall structures. Retrofitting existing woodframe wall structure 1800 in this way provides advantages of thermal efficiency, strength, and protection from any radiation, sound energy, or penetration that can be provided bycoatings Coatings wall structure 1800. -
FIG. 76 shows an embodiment where first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is eliminated in the retrofit of existingwall structure 1800. First piece ofEPS foam 140 a can be eliminated in situations where the thermal resistance provided by first piece ofEPS foam 140 a is not needed, for example. In the embodiment shown inFIG. 76 ,building panel 1912 includescore 1958, which comprises existing woodframe wall structure 1800, and one or more ofcoatings core 1958. In this embodiment existingblock wall structure 1800 is retrofitted by applyingcoating outer surface 1864 of existingwall structure 1600. -
FIG. 77 illustratesmethod 2100 of retrofitting an outer surface of an existing wall structure of a building.Method 2100 includesstep 2110 of coupling a first piece of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam to the outer surface of the existing wall structure of the building.Method 2100 also includesstep 2120 of applying a first coating layer to a portion of the first piece of EPS foam, wherein the first coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder. The first coating layer can be coatinglayer 162 ofcoating 160 as described earlier, for example and as shown inFIG. 10 throughFIG. 16 . The first coating layer can be coatinglayer 562 ofcoating 560 as described earlier, for example and as shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 . The first coating layer can be coatinglayer 862 ofcoating 860 as described earlier, for example and as shown inFIG. 34 throughFIG. 38 . In some embodiments step 2120 includes embedding a fluid channel in the first coating layer. The first coating layer can include any of the components, elements, or layers described earlier. -
Method 2100 also includesstep 2130 of applying a second coating layer to a portion of the first coating layer, wherein the second coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder. The second coating layer can be coatinglayer 166 ofcoating 160 as described earlier, for example and as shown inFIG. 10 throughFIG. 16 . The second coating layer can be coatinglayer 566 ofcoating 560 as described earlier, for example and as shown inFIG. 17 throughFIG. 21 . The second coating layer can be coatinglayer 866 ofcoating 860 as described earlier, for example and as shown inFIG. 34 throughFIG. 38 . In some embodiments step 2130 includes embedding a fluid channel in the second coating layer. The second coating layer can include any of the components, elements, or layers described earlier. -
Method 2100 can include many other steps. In someembodiments method 2100 includes the step of covering a portion of the first coating layer with a fire barrier material before applying the second coating layer. - In some embodiments of
method 2100 the existing wall structure of the building comprises a cement block. In some embodiments ofmethod 2100 the existing wall structure comprises a cement block; a second piece of EPS foam covering a portion of the cement block; and a cementitious adhesive coating covering a portion of the second piece of EPS foam. - In some embodiments of
method 2100 the existing wall structure of the building comprises a wood frame; a wallboard coupled to the wood frame; a metal lath coupled to the wallboard; and a stucco coating coupled to the metal lath. - In some embodiments of
method 2100 the existing wall structure of the building comprises a steel frame; a wallboard coupled to the steel frame; a second piece of EPS foam covering a portion of the wall board; and a cementitious adhesive coating covering a portion of the second piece of EPS foam. - The existing wall structure of
method 2100 can be any existing wall structure that forms a part of any building or structure, including wood walls, log walls, concrete walls, brick walls, foam walls, earth walls, etc. -
FIG. 78 illustratesmethod 2200 of forming a building panel.Method 2200 is a novel method of forming a building panel that includes molding the building panel frame and the EPS foam together in a mold such as an injection mold to form the building panel in one molding step. In the past the EPS foam blocks were expanded and formed first, then the EPS foam blocks are cut and shaped to fit around the frame. This requires more labor than molding the building panel EPS blocks around the frame, and it requires more time for aging of the foam blocks. EPS foam blocks are usually expanded into shapes and then aged for 14 days for stability and strength of the EPS foam block. Then after aging the EPS foam blocks, the foam blocks are cut into the desired final size and shape. InMethod 2200 as illustrated inFIG. 78 , the EPS foam beads are pre-expanded, often using steam heat, and then aged for no more than about 24-30 hours. Then the pre-expanded foam beads are placed into the mold in which the frame has already been positioned. The pre-expanded foam beads receive heat and pressure to mold the EPS beads around the frame into a shape that is predetermined by the shape of the mold. The shape of the mold is determined by the needs of the building. Once the EPS is molded around the frame, forming a building panel core, the building panel core can be handled and transported using the frame, which results in less damage to the building panel core. In addition, no cutting and fitting of EPS foam pieces around the frame is required, decreasing labor and time to manufacture the building panel cores. The completed building panel core needs no further aging and can be transported to the construction site. -
Method 2200 of forming a building panel includesstep 2210 of expanding a portion of polystyrene foam beads.Method 2200 of forming a building panel also includesstep 2220 of placing a metal frame into a building panel mold.Method 2200 of forming a building panel also includesstep 2230 of placing the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into the building panel mold, and step 2240 of molding the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into a predetermined shape around the metal frame. -
Method 2200 can include many other steps. In someembodiments method 2200 further comprises aging the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads after the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads is expanded, and before the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads is placed in the mold. In some embodiments aging the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads extends for a time less than or equal to 30 hours. In some embodiments step 2210 of expanding a portion of polystyrene foam beads comprises applying steam to the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads. In some embodiments step 2240 of molding the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into a predetermined shape around the metal frame comprises applying steam and pressure to the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads. - It has been shown and described that building panel structures can be formed from building panels and roof panels, resulting in strong, energy efficient, and visually appealing structures for houses, commercial buildings, bridges, offices, hotels, or any other structure or edifice to be built.
- The embodiments and examples set forth herein were presented in order to best explain the present invention and its practical application and to thereby enable those of ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention. However, those of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that the foregoing description and examples have been presented for the purposes of illustration and example only. The description as set forth is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Many modifications and variations are possible in light of the teachings above without departing from the spirit and scope of the forthcoming claims.
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1. A building panel comprising:
a building panel core, wherein the building panel core comprises:
a front surface;
a rear surface;
a top edge;
a bottom edge;
a first side edge;
a second side edge;
a frame, wherein the frame comprises:
a first frame member, wherein the first frame member extends horizontally from the first side edge to the second side edge;
a second frame member, wherein the second frame member extends horizontally from the first side edge to the second side edge;
and
a flange protruding from the first side edge, wherein the flange is coupled to the second frame member;
and
an insulating structural block coupled to the frame;
and
a coating covering a portion of the building panel core, wherein the coating comprises a cementitious mixture.
2. The building panel of claim 1 , wherein the first frame member is a first distance from the bottom edge, wherein the first distance is between 12 and 16 inches.
3. The building panel of claim 2 , wherein the second frame member is a second distance from the bottom edge, wherein the second distance is between 42 and 54 inches.
4. The building panel of claim 3 , further comprising a third frame member extending horizontally from the first side edge to the second side edge.
5. The building panel of claim 4 , wherein the third frame member is a third distance from the bottom edge, wherein the third distance is between 78 and 90 inches.
6. The building panel of claim 5 , wherein the coating comprises:
a first coating layer covering a portion of the building panel core, wherein the first coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder;
and
a second coating layer covering a portion of the first coating layer, wherein the second coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
7. The building panel of claim 6 , wherein:
the first coating layer comprises a plurality of crests and valleys;
the second coating layer covers the plurality of crests and valleys; and
the plurality of crests have an average half-width of between 1/16 inch and ½ inch.
8. The building panel of claim 7 , wherein the plurality of crests have an average height of between ⅛ inch and ¾ inch.
9. A method of retrofitting an outer surface of an existing wall structure of a building, the method comprising:
coupling a first piece of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam to the outer surface of the existing wall structure of the building;
applying a first coating layer to a portion of the first piece of EPS foam, wherein the first coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder;
and
applying a second coating layer to a portion of the first coating layer, wherein the second coating layer comprises cement, aggregate and acrylic bonder.
10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the existing wall structure of the building comprises a cement block.
11. The method of claim 9 , wherein the existing wall structure comprises:
a cement block;
a second piece of EPS foam covering a portion of the cement block;
and
a cementitious adhesive coating covering a portion of the second piece of EPS foam.
12. The method of claim 9 , wherein the existing wall structure of the building comprises:
a wood frame;
a wallboard coupled to the wood frame;
a metal lath coupled to the wallboard;
and
a stucco coating coupled to the metal lath.
13. The method of claim 9 , wherein the existing wall structure of the building comprises:
a steel frame;
a wallboard coupled to the steel frame;
a second piece of EPS foam covering a portion of the wall board;
and
a cementitious adhesive coating covering a portion of the second piece of EPS foam.
14. The method of claim 9 , further comprising embedding a fluid channel in the first coating layer.
15. The method of claim 9 , further comprising covering a portion of the first coating layer with a fire barrier material before applying the second coating layer.
16. A method of forming a building panel, the method comprising:
expanding a portion of polystyrene foam beads;
placing a metal frame into a building panel mold;
placing the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into the building panel mold;
and
molding the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into a predetermined shape around the metal frame.
17. The method of claim 16 , further comprising aging the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads after the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads is expanded, and before the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads is placed in the mold.
18. The method of claim 17 , wherein aging the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads extends for a time less than or equal to 30 hours.
19. The method of claim 16 , wherein expanding a portion of polystyrene foam beads comprises applying steam to the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads.
20. The method of claim 16 , wherein molding the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads into a predetermined shape around the metal frame comprises applying steam and pressure to the portion of expanded polystyrene foam beads.
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