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WO2004072425A1
WO2004072425A1 PCT/IL2003/000103 IL0300103W WO2004072425A1 WO 2004072425 A1 WO2004072425 A1 WO 2004072425A1 IL 0300103 W IL0300103 W IL 0300103W WO 2004072425 A1 WO2004072425 A1 WO 2004072425A1
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window
shock absorbing
mounting
window frame
absorbing mounting
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Menachem Puch
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Happy V.C. Ltd.
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Priority to PCT/IL2003/000103 priority Critical patent/WO2004072425A1/en
Priority to AU2003209621A priority patent/AU2003209621A1/en
Publication of WO2004072425A1 publication Critical patent/WO2004072425A1/en

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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06—DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06B—FIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B5/00—Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposes; Border constructions therefor
    • E06B5/10—Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposes; Border constructions therefor for protection against air-raid or other war-like action; for other protective purposes
    • E06B5/12—Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposes; Border constructions therefor for protection against air-raid or other war-like action; for other protective purposes against air pressure, explosion, or gas
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E06—DOORS, WINDOWS, SHUTTERS, OR ROLLER BLINDS IN GENERAL; LADDERS
    • E06B—FIXED OR MOVABLE CLOSURES FOR OPENINGS IN BUILDINGS, VEHICLES, FENCES OR LIKE ENCLOSURES IN GENERAL, e.g. DOORS, WINDOWS, BLINDS, GATES
    • E06B1/00—Border constructions of openings in walls, floors, or ceilings; Frames to be rigidly mounted in such openings
    • E06B1/56—Fastening frames to the border of openings or to similar contiguous frames
    • E06B1/60—Fastening frames to the border of openings or to similar contiguous frames by mechanical means, e.g. anchoring means
    • E06B1/6084—Mounting frames elastically, e.g. with springs or other elastic material, between the wall and the frame

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  • the present invention relates generally to apparatus for protecting windows from explosive forces and the like.
  • windows are known for protecting enclosures, such as rooms or buildings, from explosive forces, bomb blasts and the like.
  • Some windows comprise reinforced panes or other structures designed to withstand explosive forces to a certain threshold in accordance with building codes and regulations.
  • reinforced windows such as those used in bomb shelters, are relatively expensive.
  • the reinforced windows may transmit forces to the window frame, windowsill or the wall where the window is installed, possibly causing damage thereto.
  • the present invention seeks to provide window apparatus, which may absorb the brunt of explosive forces without the need for reinforcing the window.
  • the invention may significantly reduce transmission of forces to the window frame, sill or wall. This may significantly reduce the possibility of damage to the room or building where the window is installed, and help protect occupants situated therein.
  • window apparatus including a shock absorbing mounting adapted to mount a window frame to a window mounting structure.
  • the shock absorbing mounting is mounted in a position relative to the window frame and the window mounting structure, such that the shock absorbing mounting is adapted to absorb a force applied generally perpendicular to a planar surface of the window frame.
  • the shock absorbing mounting includes a compressive member adapted to be compressed upon application of a force generally perpendicular to a planar surface of the window frame.
  • the compressive member may include one or more Belleville washers, coil springs, elastomeric sleeves or crushable sleeves.
  • the shock absorbing mounting includes a bracket secured to the window frame, wherein the shock absorbing mounting is compressible between the bracket and a stopper element.
  • the compressive member is disposed on a shaft, wherein one end of the shaft is attached to the window mounting structure and the stopper element is attached to another end of the shaft.
  • a method for installing a window including assembling a window frame to a window mounting structure with a shock absorbing mounting.
  • the method includes absorbing application of a force to the window frame by means of the shock absorbing mounting.
  • Fig. 1 is a simplified sectional illustration of window apparatus, constructed and operative in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
  • Fig. 1 illustrates window apparatus 10, constructed and operative in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
  • Window apparatus 10 preferably includes a shock absorbing mounting 12 adapted to mount a window frame 14 to a window mounting structure 16.
  • window frame encompasses any structure for receiving and holding a window pane 18 and the like, or a window cover, such as but not limited to, shutters, port hole covers and the like.
  • window mounting structure encompasses any structure, such as but not limited to, wood, metal, masonry and the like, to which a window may be assembled, such as but not limited to, a periphery of an opening in a wall.
  • the shock absorbing mounting 12 is preferably mounted in a position relative to window frame 14 and window mounting structure 16, such that the shock absorbing mounting 12 is adapted to absorb forces applied to the window frame 14, such as but not limited to, a force 20 applied generally perpendicular to a planar surface 22 of window frame 14.
  • the shock absorbing mounting 12 preferably comprises a compressive member 24 adapted to be compressed upon application of the force 20.
  • the compressive member 24 comprises one or more Belleville washers, or alternatively coil springs. In accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the compressive member 24 comprises one or more elastomeric or crushable sleeves, as shown simplistically in Fig. 1.
  • the shock absorbing mounting 12 may comprise a bracket 26 secured to window frame 14.
  • a shaft 28 such as but not limited to, a threaded shaft of a bolt, may be secured to window mounting structure 16, such as by welding one end of the shaft (in the illustration, the head of the shaft) to the structure 16.
  • the shaft 28 may pass through a hole 29 formed in bracket 26, and the compressive member 24 may be disposed on the shaft 28.
  • a stopper element 30 may be attached to an end of shaft 28 opposite to the end attached to window mounting structure 16.
  • the stopper element 30 may be, for example, a nut threaded and secured on shaft 28.
  • the shock absorbing mounting 12 is preferably compressible between bracket 26 and stopper element 30.
  • force 20 may push bracket 26 away from window mounting structure 16 in the direction of an arrow 31, thereby compressing compressive member 24 against stopper element 30. In this manner, shock absorbing mounting 12 may absorb external explosive forces without transmitting the forces to the window mounting structure 16.
  • shock absorbing mounting 12 may be placed between the bracket 26 and the window mounting structure 16, so that shock absorbing mounting 12 may absorb shocks and forces that are applied from either direction to the window (both explosive forces that push against the window from the outside and forces that tend to pull or suck the window towards the outside environment).

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Abstract

Window apparatus including a shock absorbing mounting adapted to mount a window frame to a window mounting structure. The shock absorbing mounting may be mounted in a position relative to the window frame and the window mounting structure, such that the shock absorbing mounting is adapted to absorb a force applied generally perpendicular to a planar surface of the window frame.

Description

WINDOW APPARATUS
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates generally to apparatus for protecting windows from explosive forces and the like.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Many windows are known for protecting enclosures, such as rooms or buildings, from explosive forces, bomb blasts and the like. Some windows comprise reinforced panes or other structures designed to withstand explosive forces to a certain threshold in accordance with building codes and regulations. However, reinforced windows, such as those used in bomb shelters, are relatively expensive. In addition, the reinforced windows may transmit forces to the window frame, windowsill or the wall where the window is installed, possibly causing damage thereto.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention seeks to provide window apparatus, which may absorb the brunt of explosive forces without the need for reinforcing the window. The invention may significantly reduce transmission of forces to the window frame, sill or wall. This may significantly reduce the possibility of damage to the room or building where the window is installed, and help protect occupants situated therein.
There is thus provided in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention window apparatus including a shock absorbing mounting adapted to mount a window frame to a window mounting structure.
In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention the shock absorbing mounting is mounted in a position relative to the window frame and the window mounting structure, such that the shock absorbing mounting is adapted to absorb a force applied generally perpendicular to a planar surface of the window frame.
Further in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention the shock absorbing mounting includes a compressive member adapted to be compressed upon application of a force generally perpendicular to a planar surface of the window frame.
The compressive member may include one or more Belleville washers, coil springs, elastomeric sleeves or crushable sleeves.
In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention the shock absorbing mounting includes a bracket secured to the window frame, wherein the shock absorbing mounting is compressible between the bracket and a stopper element. Further in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention the compressive member is disposed on a shaft, wherein one end of the shaft is attached to the window mounting structure and the stopper element is attached to another end of the shaft.
There is also provided in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention a method for installing a window, the method including assembling a window frame to a window mounting structure with a shock absorbing mounting.
In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention the method includes absorbing application of a force to the window frame by means of the shock absorbing mounting.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING
The present invention will be understood and appreciated more fully from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the drawing in which:
Fig. 1 is a simplified sectional illustration of window apparatus, constructed and operative in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
Reference is now made to Fig. 1, which illustrates window apparatus 10, constructed and operative in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
Window apparatus 10 preferably includes a shock absorbing mounting 12 adapted to mount a window frame 14 to a window mounting structure 16. Throughout the specification and claims, the term "window frame" encompasses any structure for receiving and holding a window pane 18 and the like, or a window cover, such as but not limited to, shutters, port hole covers and the like. The term "window mounting structure" encompasses any structure, such as but not limited to, wood, metal, masonry and the like, to which a window may be assembled, such as but not limited to, a periphery of an opening in a wall.
The shock absorbing mounting 12 is preferably mounted in a position relative to window frame 14 and window mounting structure 16, such that the shock absorbing mounting 12 is adapted to absorb forces applied to the window frame 14, such as but not limited to, a force 20 applied generally perpendicular to a planar surface 22 of window frame 14. The shock absorbing mounting 12 preferably comprises a compressive member 24 adapted to be compressed upon application of the force 20.
In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the compressive member 24 comprises one or more Belleville washers, or alternatively coil springs. In accordance with another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the compressive member 24 comprises one or more elastomeric or crushable sleeves, as shown simplistically in Fig. 1.
The shock absorbing mounting 12 may comprise a bracket 26 secured to window frame 14. A shaft 28, such as but not limited to, a threaded shaft of a bolt, may be secured to window mounting structure 16, such as by welding one end of the shaft (in the illustration, the head of the shaft) to the structure 16. The shaft 28 may pass through a hole 29 formed in bracket 26, and the compressive member 24 may be disposed on the shaft 28. A stopper element 30 may be attached to an end of shaft 28 opposite to the end attached to window mounting structure 16. The stopper element 30 may be, for example, a nut threaded and secured on shaft 28. The shock absorbing mounting 12 is preferably compressible between bracket 26 and stopper element 30. For example, force 20 may push bracket 26 away from window mounting structure 16 in the direction of an arrow 31, thereby compressing compressive member 24 against stopper element 30. In this manner, shock absorbing mounting 12 may absorb external explosive forces without transmitting the forces to the window mounting structure 16.
It is noted that alternatively the shock absorbing mounting 12 may be placed between the bracket 26 and the window mounting structure 16, so that shock absorbing mounting 12 may absorb shocks and forces that are applied from either direction to the window (both explosive forces that push against the window from the outside and forces that tend to pull or suck the window towards the outside environment).
It will be appreciated by person skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited by what has been particularly shown and described herein above. Rather the scope of the present invention is defined only by the claims that follow:

Claims

CLAIMSWhat is claimed is:
1. Window apparatus comprising: a shock absorbing mounting adapted to mount a window frame to a window mounting structure.
2. The window apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said shock absorbing mounting is attached to a window frame and a window mounting structure.
3. The window apparatus according to claim 2, wherein said shock absorbing mounting is mounted in a position relative to said window frame and said window mounting structure, such that said shock absorbing mounting is adapted to absorb a force applied generally perpendicular to a planar surface of said window frame.
4. The window apparatus according to claim 3, wherein said shock absorbing mounting comprises a compressive member adapted to be compressed upon application of a force generally perpendicular to a planar surface of said window frame.
5. The window apparatus according to claim 4, wherein said compressive member comprises at least one Belleville washer.
6. The window apparatus according to claim 4, wherein said compressive member comprises at least one coil spring.
7. The window apparatus according to claim 4, wherein said compressive member comprises at least one elastomeric sleeve.
8. The window apparatus according to claim 4 wherein said compressive member comprises at least one crushable sleeve.
9. The window apparatus according to claim 4, wherein said shock absorbing mounting comprises a bracket secured to said window frame, wherein said shock absorbing mounting is compressible between said bracket and a stopper element.
10. The window apparatus according to claim 9, wherein said compressive member is disposed on a shaft, wherein one end of said shaft is attached to said window mounting structure and said stopper element is attached to another end of said shaft.
11. A method for installing a window, the method comprising: assembling a window frame to a window mounting structure with a shock absorbing mounting.
12. The method according to claim 11, wherein said assembling comprises assembling said shock absorbing mounting in a position relative to said window frame and said window mounting structure, such that said shock absorbing mounting is adapted to absorb a force applied generally perpendicular to a planar surface of said window frame.
13. The method according to claim 11, further comprising absorbing application of a force to said window frame by means of said shock absorbing mounting.
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KR100919871B1 (en) * 2009-06-09 2009-09-30 주식회사 동양정공 Impact absorption device
KR101090355B1 (en) 2008-09-10 2011-12-07 (주)한국방탄유리 absorption apparatus for blast resistance window system
KR101135068B1 (en) * 2009-09-24 2012-04-13 주식회사 천우금속 Explosion-proof window frame structure having phased buffering function by mobility and buffering method using the same
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FR1459303A (en) * 1965-10-08 1966-04-29 Tech Jean Prouve Fixing device, on construction panels, window frames
GB2144164A (en) * 1983-07-28 1985-02-27 Heinrich Salzer A glazed unit capable of withstanding the impact of an explosion
GB2201183A (en) * 1987-02-20 1988-08-24 Heinrich Salzer Explosion-resistant glazing
DE29817288U1 (en) * 1998-09-25 1998-12-17 Scheying, Heinz Friedrich, 71254 Ditzingen Flexible glazing on director windows

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FR1459303A (en) * 1965-10-08 1966-04-29 Tech Jean Prouve Fixing device, on construction panels, window frames
GB2144164A (en) * 1983-07-28 1985-02-27 Heinrich Salzer A glazed unit capable of withstanding the impact of an explosion
GB2201183A (en) * 1987-02-20 1988-08-24 Heinrich Salzer Explosion-resistant glazing
DE29817288U1 (en) * 1998-09-25 1998-12-17 Scheying, Heinz Friedrich, 71254 Ditzingen Flexible glazing on director windows

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KR101090355B1 (en) 2008-09-10 2011-12-07 (주)한국방탄유리 absorption apparatus for blast resistance window system
KR100919871B1 (en) * 2009-06-09 2009-09-30 주식회사 동양정공 Impact absorption device
KR101135068B1 (en) * 2009-09-24 2012-04-13 주식회사 천우금속 Explosion-proof window frame structure having phased buffering function by mobility and buffering method using the same
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