A flexible anti-seismic mechanism and a facade curtain wall containing the same
By installing a reset and reinforcement mechanism and a buffer assembly on the curtain wall, and utilizing the elasticity of the rubber plate and the pressurization of the airbag, the problem of rigid curtain walls being easily damaged in earthquakes is solved, thereby improving the seismic performance and safety of the curtain wall and reducing maintenance costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI YICHENGYING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2026-04-27
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-12
AI Technical Summary
Rigidly connected curtain walls are prone to breakage and damage to connectors under earthquake loads, leading to safety risks and economic losses. Traditional flexible seismic-resistant structures are inadequate in terms of durability, waterproofing, and ease of construction.
The system employs a reset and reinforcement mechanism and a buffer assembly, including a reset plate, rubber plate, buffer outer frame, airbags, and suction cups. The elasticity of the rubber plate and the expansion and pressurization of the airbags enhance the seismic resistance of the curtain wall, while the buffer assembly absorbs seismic energy to prevent damage to the curtain wall.
It improves the seismic resistance of the curtain wall, prevents the curtain wall from falling, enhances safety during earthquakes, reduces maintenance costs, and maintains the convenience and durability of construction.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of curtain wall technology, specifically to a flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism. Background Technology
[0002] A curtain wall is the exterior cladding of a building. It has no load-bearing function and is hung like a curtain, hence the name "curtain wall." It is a lightweight, decorative wall structure commonly used in modern large and high-rise buildings. Composed of panels and a supporting structural system, it can have a certain degree of displacement relative to the main structure or a certain degree of deformation capacity. It is an exterior cladding or decorative structure that does not bear the load of the main structure. Especially in earthquake-prone areas, buildings experience horizontal and vertical displacement under earthquake forces. Rigidly connected curtain walls cannot adapt to the deformation of the overall building structure, easily leading to broken glass, damaged connectors, or even complete detachment, causing serious safety risks and economic losses. To address these problems, flexible seismic-resistant curtain walls have emerged. This type of curtain wall uses... Flexible connection nodes, sliding supports, expansion joints, and adjustable prestressed components enable curtain walls to adapt to the displacement and deformation of buildings under earthquake or wind loads while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic appeal. Flexible seismic-resistant mechanisms can not only disperse and absorb seismic energy and reduce stress on the curtain wall itself, but also reduce additional constraints on the main structure to a certain extent, thereby improving the overall seismic performance of the building. In addition, the design of flexible seismic-resistant curtain walls must also take into account durability, waterproofing, ease of construction, and ease of maintenance. This places higher demands on material selection, node construction, and installation technology. Traditional rigid curtain wall systems are prone to structural damage or glass breakage under earthquakes, which reduces the safety of the curtain wall and increases maintenance costs. Summary of the Invention
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to solve the above problems by providing a flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention specifically adopts the following technical solution: A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism, comprising the curtain wall and further comprising: A reset and reinforcement mechanism is used to protect the curtain wall from external forces such as earthquakes. It includes a reset component and a reinforcement component. The reset component includes multiple sets of reset plates that are attached to the surface of the curtain wall. A rubber plate is fixedly connected to the upper surface of each set of reset plates. The reinforcement component includes a fixing block fixed to one side of the reset plate, and a slider is slidably connected inside the fixing block; Buffer components are used to absorb earthquake energy.
[0005] Furthermore, the buffer assembly includes an outer frame that is attached to the surface of the curtain wall, a connecting block is snapped into the inner side of the outer frame, a first filling block is attached inside the connecting block, a second filling block is attached inside the connecting block, and a reserved groove is provided inside the connecting block.
[0006] Furthermore, a limiting tube is fixedly connected to one side of the reset plate, a rotating rod is rotatably connected inside the limiting tube, an adjusting rod is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod, and two sets of pressure blocks are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the adjusting rod, with the two sets of pressure blocks located on the same horizontal plane.
[0007] Furthermore, a pressure rod is fixedly connected to one side of the slider, a telescopic tube is fixedly installed inside the reset plate, one end of the telescopic tube is connected to a one-way valve, two sets of air inlet pipes are fixedly installed on the surface of the telescopic tube, and the telescopic tube and the pressure rod are located on the same horizontal plane.
[0008] Furthermore, an air bladder is fixedly installed at the outlet end of the one-way valve.
[0009] Furthermore, a spring is fixedly installed inside the fixing block, and the other end of the spring is fixedly connected to the slider.
[0010] Furthermore, the reset plate has two sets of reinforcement grooves inside, and suction cups are fixedly installed inside both sets of reinforcement grooves.
[0011] Furthermore, the slider is in contact with two sets of pressure blocks.
[0012] Furthermore, a fastener is fixedly installed inside the connecting block, a horizontal keel is fixedly installed on the surface of the fastener, and a vertical keel is fixedly installed on one side of the horizontal keel.
[0013] Furthermore, limit blocks are attached to the inner sides of both sets of curtain walls, and the limit blocks are attached to the connecting blocks.
[0014] The technical solution provided by this invention has the following advantages compared with the known prior art: This invention absorbs earthquake energy through a buffer assembly. When an earthquake causes the two sets of curtain walls to shift, one side of the rubber plate and the reset plate moves along with the rising curtain walls, causing the adjusting rod to deflect around the rotating rod as the center. This causes the pressure blocks to press down and rise, increasing the distance between the two sets of sliders. Consequently, the pressure rod moves horizontally along with the sliders, applying pressure to the telescopic tube. This allows external air to enter the airbag through the air inlet pipe and one-way valve, causing the airbag to expand and compress the internal space of the reinforcement groove. This increases the air pressure inside the reinforcement groove, making the suction cup and curtain wall more stable. After the earthquake, the elasticity of the rubber plate resets the two sets of curtain walls, further improving the curtain wall's earthquake resistance, preventing it from falling, and enhancing the safety of the curtain wall during earthquakes. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is the present invention. Figure 1 Rear view; Figure 3 This is the present invention. Figure 1 Top view; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the earthquake-resistant mechanism of the present invention; Figure 5 This is the present invention. Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the left view section; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the earthquake-resistant mechanism of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the reinforcement mechanism of the present invention.
[0016] Reference numerals: 1. Curtain wall; 2. Exterior frame; 3. Rubber sheet; 4. Connecting block; 5. Filler block one; 6. Limiting block; 7. Vertical keel; 8. Fixing component; 9. Horizontal keel; 10. Reserved groove; 11. Filler block two; 12. Reset plate; 13. Suction cup; 14. Reinforcing groove; 15. Fixing block; 16. Adjusting rod; 17. Rotating rod; 18. Limiting tube; 19. Pressure block; 20. Spring; 21. Air inlet pipe; 22. Airbag; 23. One-way valve; 24. Telescopic tube; 25. Pressure rod; 26. Slider. Detailed Implementation
[0017] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0018] Example 1 A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism, reference Figure 1It includes curtain wall 1, and also includes a reset and reinforcement mechanism for protecting the curtain wall from external forces such as earthquakes, including reset components, such as... Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, the reset assembly includes multiple reset plates 12 attached to the surface of the curtain wall 1. A rubber plate 3 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of each reset plate 12. Two sets of reinforcement grooves 14 are formed inside each reset plate 12, and suction cups 13 are fixedly installed inside each of the two sets of reinforcement grooves 14. A limit tube 18 is fixedly connected to one side of the reset plate 12. A rotating rod 17 is rotatably connected inside the limit tube 18. An adjusting rod 16 is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod 17. Two sets of pressure blocks 19 are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the adjusting rod 16. The two sets of pressure blocks 19 are located on the same horizontal plane. When an earthquake causes the two sets of curtain wall 1 to shift, One side of the rubber plate 3 and the reset plate 12 moves along with the upward-sloping curtain wall 1, causing the adjusting rod 16 to deflect around the rotating rod 17 as the center, causing the pressure block 19 to press down and rise. The gap between the two sets of sliders 26 is increased by the upper and lower sets of pressure blocks 19, thereby increasing the pressure on the suction cup 13 and improving the structural strength of the rubber plate 3 and the reset plate 12. Multiple sets of suction cups 13 are adsorbed onto the surface of the curtain wall 1, so that the rubber plate 3 and the reset plate 12 can be installed on the surface of the curtain wall 1. After the earthquake, the elasticity of the rubber plate 3 will reset the two sets of curtain walls 1, so that the two sets of curtain walls 1 are still on the same horizontal plane.
[0019] To further improve the adsorption strength of the suction cup 13 during an earthquake, a reinforcement component is provided to strengthen the suction cup 13, such as... Figure 5 , Figure 7 As shown, the reinforcement assembly includes a fixing block 15 fixed to one side of the reset plate 12. A slider 26 is slidably connected inside the fixing block 15. A pressure rod 25 is fixedly connected to one side of the slider 26. A telescopic tube 24 is fixedly installed inside the reset plate 12. One end of the telescopic tube 24 is connected to a one-way valve 23. Two sets of air inlet pipes 21 are fixedly installed on the surface of the telescopic tube 24. The telescopic tube 24 and the pressure rod 25 are located on the same horizontal plane. An air bag 22 is fixedly installed at the outlet end of the one-way valve 23. A spring 20 is fixedly installed inside the fixing block 15. The other end of 0 is fixedly connected to the slider 26. The gap between the two sets of sliders 26 is increased by the upper and lower pressure blocks 19, which causes the pressure rod 25 to move horizontally with the slider 26. The pressure rod 25 applies pressure to the telescopic tube 24, which causes external air to enter the airbag 22 through the air inlet pipe 21 and the one-way valve 23, causing the airbag 22 to expand. This compresses the internal space of the reinforcement groove 14, increasing the air pressure inside the reinforcement groove 14. The increased air pressure inside the reinforcement groove 14 makes the suction cup 13 more stable to the curtain wall 1.
[0020] It is worth noting that after the reset and reinforcement mechanism is reset, the airbag 22 remains in an inflated state due to the one-way valve 23, meaning that the suction cup 13 remains in a reinforced state, preventing some of the keel from loosening and causing the curtain wall 1 to fall. At the same time, the curtain wall 1 is made of glass, and there are gaps between multiple curtain walls 1, so there will be no collision when shaking.
[0021] Example 2 To prevent excessive seismic energy from causing overall damage to curtain wall 1, buffer components for absorbing seismic energy were installed, such as... Figures 1-3 As shown, the buffer assembly includes an outer frame 2 that is attached to the surface of the curtain wall 1. A connecting block 4 is snapped into the inner side of the outer frame 2. A first filling block 5 and a second filling block 11 are attached to the inside of the connecting block 4. A reserved groove 10 is opened inside the connecting block 4. A fastener 8 is fixedly installed inside the connecting block 4. A horizontal keel 9 is fixedly installed on the surface of the fastener 8. A vertical keel 7 is fixedly installed on one side of the horizontal keel 9. Limiting blocks 6 are attached to the inner sides of both sets of curtain walls 1. The limiting blocks 6 are attached to the connecting blocks 4. When an earthquake acts on the curtain wall 1, the gaps between the structures can cause a slight displacement of each structure. Thus, the earthquake energy is absorbed by the combined action of multiple sets of curtain walls 1, avoiding damage to the curtain wall 1 due to excessive earthquake energy. After the earthquake, each structure returns to its original position by gravity, preventing the horizontal and vertical keels from breaking and causing the curtain wall 1 to fall down as a whole.
[0022] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.
Claims
1. A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism, comprising a curtain wall, characterized in that, Also includes: A reset and reinforcement mechanism is used to protect the curtain wall from external forces such as earthquakes. It includes a reset component and a reinforcement component. The reset component includes multiple sets of reset plates that are attached to the surface of the curtain wall. A rubber plate is fixedly connected to the upper surface of each set of reset plates. The reinforcement component includes a fixing block fixed to one side of the reset plate, and a slider is slidably connected inside the fixing block; Buffer components are used to absorb earthquake energy.
2. The flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and the exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer assembly includes an outer frame that is attached to the surface of the curtain wall, a connecting block that is snapped into the inner side of the outer frame, a first filling block that is attached to the inside of the connecting block, a second filling block that is attached to the inside of the connecting block, and a reserved groove that is opened inside the connecting block.
3. The flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and the exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, A limiting tube is fixedly connected to one side of the reset plate. A rotating rod is rotatably connected inside the limiting tube. An adjusting rod is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod. Two sets of pressure blocks are fixedly connected to the lower surface of the adjusting rod. The two sets of pressure blocks are located on the same horizontal plane.
4. The flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and the exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, A pressure rod is fixedly connected to one side of the slider, a telescopic tube is fixedly installed inside the reset plate, one end of the telescopic tube is connected to a one-way valve, and two sets of air inlet pipes are fixedly installed on the surface of the telescopic tube. The telescopic tube and the pressure rod are located on the same horizontal plane.
5. A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, An air bladder is fixedly installed at the outlet end of the one-way valve.
6. The flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and the exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, A spring is fixedly installed inside the fixing block, and the other end of the spring is fixedly connected to the slider.
7. A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The reset plate has two sets of reinforcement grooves inside, and suction cups are fixedly installed inside both sets of reinforcement grooves.
8. A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slider is in contact with two sets of pressure blocks.
9. A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, A fixing component is fixedly installed inside the connecting block, a horizontal keel is fixedly installed on the surface of the fixing component, and a vertical keel is fixedly installed on one side of the horizontal keel.
10. A flexible seismic-resistant mechanism and an exterior curtain wall containing the mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both sets of curtain walls have limit blocks attached to their inner sides, and the limit blocks are attached to the connecting blocks.