METHOD OF CONSTRUCTING WALLS WITH Z-SHAPED BLOCKS AND JOINING BARS

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for constructing walls that uses three prefabricated elements which are assembled to give height and volume to the walls. This proposed construction method allows for the construction of a wall in less time compared to traditional methods. It is a fast and waste-free wall construction method, since the building elements are prefabricated and simply assembled on-site, significantly reducing construction time and waste. This new construction process consists of three elements: Z-Blocks (10), Connecting Bars (20), and Finishing Blocks (30).

Description

The present invention relates to a method for constructing walls that consists of using three prefabricated elements that are assembled and put together to give height and volume to the walls. This proposed construction method allows a wall to be erected in less time compared to traditional methods. This is a fast and waste-free method of wall construction, as the building elements are prefabricated and simply assembled on site, greatly reducing construction time and waste. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Similar products exist on the market for building walls with prefabricated components; however, they have disadvantages. One system, known as Gablok, has a structural weakness because it is assembled using an internal EPS block the size of a standard block. This block only secures adjacent blocks, not all of them, resulting in a structural vulnerability. The Gablok system uses a cube-shaped EPS element inside the block that is the same size as the block's interior and slides in during block assembly. When assembling the blocks, these cubes slide upwards, and the protruding portion fits into the block above. frocznn / Lznz / e / YiAi TECHNICAL PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED The goal of the invention was to develop a new construction process different from traditional methods (bricks and cement). The idea behind this new process is that it be simpler, requiring no specialized skills or knowledge to use. The idea is that anyone with basic construction knowledge can build their own structures such as houses, shops, etc. The blocks are lightweight, so the structures can be assembled by a small group of people. To improve the structural stability of existing prefabricated block wall systems, the proposed invention was designed using EPS bars that run the entire length of the structure. This significantly strengthens the blocks, not just adjacent ones, and increases the wall's structural rigidity. Our system also offers greater resistance to lateral forces. One of the main differences between the proposed invention and the Gablok system is the block design. The Gablok system uses a rectangular block, while this invention uses a Z-shaped block. Using a Z-shaped block allows the blocks to interlock much more effectively, resulting in a stronger structure. Our invention uses rectangular EPS bars inserted at the end, which significantly improve the block-to-block connection. Using a bar the same length as the structure's height results in a more secure block-to-block bond and greater structural strength. This also reduces the risk of poor joints and weaknesses between the blocks. The objective of this invention is to develop a new construction process comprised of three prefabricated elements that are easy to assemble, quick, generate no waste at the construction site, are clean, and require no specialized tools, equipment, or knowledge for assembly. Furthermore, the resulting structure boasts excellent mechanical properties and superior thermal and acoustic insulation. All of this also aims to reduce construction costs. frocznn / Lznz / B / YiAi Unlike traditional construction methods, our construction method does not use cement, there is no cutting of bricks and other materials that generate dust, and no specialized tools or equipment are required for construction. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES Figure 1. Shows the perspective view of a Block Z (10). Figure 2. Shows the front view of a Z Block (10). Figure 3. Shows the top view of a Z Block (10). Figure 4. Shows the bottom view of a Z Block (10). Figure 5. Shows the left side view of a Z Block (10). Figure 6. Shows the right side view of a Z Block (10). Figure 7. Shows the bottom perspective view of a Block Z (10). Figure 8. Shows the perspective view of the 3 Block Z assembly (10). Figure 9. Shows the perspective view of a wall with 4 levels of Block Z(10). Figure 10. Shows the front view of a wall with 4 levels of Block Z (10). Figure 11. Shows the perspective view of a Joining Bar (20). Figure 12. Shows the perspective view of a wall with 8 levels of Z Block (10) and 3 Joining Bars (20) inserted. Figure 13. Shows the front view of a wall with 8 levels of Z Block (10) and 8 Connecting Bars (20) inserted. Figure 14. Shows the top view of a wall with 8 levels of Z Block (10) and 9 Tie Bars (20) inserted. Figure 15. Shows the perspective view of a Termination Block (30). frocznn / Lznz / e / YiAi Figure 16. Shows the front view of an 8-level wall of Block Z (10) with Termination Blocks (30). DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION This is a new construction process made up of three elements: Z Blocks (10), Joining Bars (20) and Termination Blocks (30). The Z-block (10) is a Z-shaped block viewed from the front. Ideally, it is made of OSB (Oriented Strand Board). Due to its characteristics, OSB is widely used in the construction industry, especially in the United States. The Z Block (10) has 3 Internal Holes (11) ideally square in shape, but they can have another geometric shape, such as rectangle, oval or circle. A Block Z (10) has 3 parts: Lower Block (12), Middle Block (13) and Upper Block (14). Each of the 3 Internal Holes (11) is located in parts of Block Z (10). One Internal Hole (11) inside the Lower Block (12); one Internal Hole (11) inside the Middle Block (13); and one Internal Hole (11) inside the Upper Block (14). The Lower Block (12) and the Upper Block (14) are ideally the same height, although they can be different heights. The height of the Middle Block (13) must be equal to the sum of the heights of the Lower Block (12) and the Upper Block (14). The width of the Bottom Block (12), the Middle Block (13), and the Top Block (14) is the same, ensuring that the Front Wall Z (15) and the Back Wall Z (16) are uniform and ideally smooth. This allows for a uniform wall when the Blocks Z (10) are assembled and joined together. The Front Wall Z (15) and the Back Wall Z (16) may not be perfectly smooth or linear; they may have some protrusions or geometric modifications that provide a different ornamental appearance. The only requirement is that all the Internal Hollows frocznn / Lznz / e / YiAi (11) of the Blocks Z (10) are the same width and length for proper assembly. The connecting bar (20) has a rectangular prism shape; its height can vary depending on the desired wall height and the number of Z-blocks (10) used. Its function is to hold the Z-blocks (10) in place. The minimum height of a connecting bar (20) must be at least the sum of the heights of two Z-blocks (10) placed one on top of the other. If the wall height is required to be equivalent to eight Z-blocks (10), the connecting bar must be that height. The connecting bar (20) appears rectangular in its top or bottom view; however, it can have a different shape, such as circular or elliptical. The Joining Bar (20) in its lower or upper view must have the same geometric shape as the Internal Holes (11), with height and width measurements smaller than those of the Internal Holes (11), so that it allows the free entry of the Joining Bar (20) into any of the Internal Holes (11). The Joining Bar (20) is ideally made of high-density expanded polystyrene (EPS). EPS, also known as Styrofoam, is widely used in construction due to its properties such as lightness, strength, and thermal and acoustic insulation. The Termination Block (30) is a hexahedral element with an internal cavity (11) located at its geometric center, allowing the free insertion of a connecting bar (20). The height of the Termination Block (30) must be equal to the height of the Lower Block (12) and the Upper Block (14) of the Z Block (10). frQcznn / Lznz / e / YiAi BEST WAY TO USE THE Z-SHAPED BLOCK AND TIE BAR WALL CONSTRUCTION METHOD: 1. The Z Blocks (10) are placed one on top of the other. To join two Z Blocks (10), the bottom of the Upper Block (14) of one Z Block (10) is placed on top of the lower Block (10). The walls of the Internal Hollows (11) of the Z Blocks (10) must align vertically. 2. The Z Blocks (10) are joined horizontally to form a first level that has the desired length. 3. The Z Blocks (10) are stacked to form a second level, ensuring that the internal gaps align with the first level. Repeat this process until the desired height is reached. 4. When the Z Blocks (10) wall has been completed, Termination Blocks (30) must be placed at the right and left ends of the wall, that is, the gaps where the Z Blocks (10) left parts uncovered are covered. 5. Once the Finishing Blocks (30) are in place, a Joining Bar (20) is inserted from the top into the first Internal Hole (11) of the first Z Block (10) on the top level of the wall. This process is then repeated, inserting another Joining Bar (20) into the remaining free Internal Holes (11) on the top level of Z Blocks. This is done until all the Internal Holes (11) of the Z Blocks (10) are filled. This step secures the blocks together and also provides excellent thermal and acoustic insulation for the wall.

Claims

1. A method for constructing walls, wherein the method comprises: placing Z-blocks (10) one on top of the other, ensuring that the bottom of the top of the top of the bottom ...

2. A Construction Method consisting of Z Blocks (10) to give height and length to the walls, Finishing Blocks (30) to fill gaps left by the Z Blocks (10) and Joining Bars (20) to fix and immobilize the Z Blocks (10).

3. A Construction Method as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that the Block Z (10) has 3 Internal Holes (11) ideally square in its top and bottom view, but which may have another geometric shape, such as rectangle, oval or circle.

4. A Block Z (10), as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that said Block Z (10) is divided into 3 parts: Lower Block (12), Middle Block (13) and Upper Block (14) and each part has an Internal Hollow (11).

5. A Block Z (10), as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that the Lower Block (12) and the Upper Block (14) of said Block Z (10) are ideally of the same height, although they may have different heights; and the height of the Central Block (13) must be equal to the sum of the heights of the Lower Block (12) and the Upper Block (14). frocznn / Lznz / B / YiAi 6. A Block Z (10), as claimed in claim 5, characterized in that the width of the Lower Block (12), the Middle Block (13) and the Upper Block (14) is the same, allowing the Front Wall Z (15) and the Rear Wall Z (16) to be uniform and ideally smooth, allowing the Blocks Z (10) to be assembled and joined together to build a wall, resulting in a uniform wall.

7. A Block Z (10), as claimed in claim 6, characterized in that the Front Wall Z (15) and the Rear Wall Z (16) may not be smooth or perfectly linear, i.e., they may have some protrusion or geometric modification that gives them a different ornamental appearance. The only condition is that all the Internal Hollows (11) of the Blocks Z (10) are of the same width and length so that they are assembled correctly.

8. A joining bar (20), as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that it has a geometric shape of a rectangular prism, its height must be at least the sum of the heights of 2 Z blocks (10) placed one on top of the other and its maximum height is equivalent to the height that the wall is to be built and the number of Z blocks (10) to be used.

9. A Joining Bar (20), as claimed in claim 8, characterized in that said Joining Bar (20) in its upper and lower view has a rectangular shape, however, it may have a different shape, such as circular or elliptical; and it must have the same geometric shape as the Internal Holes (11), with height and width measurements smaller than those of the Internal Holes (11), so as to allow the free entry of the Joining Bar (20) into any of the Internal Holes (11).

10. A Termination Block (30), as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that said Block is a hexahedron-shaped element, with an Internal Hollow (11) located at its geometric center and allowing the free insertion of a Joining Bar (20); Its height must be equal to the height of the Lower Block (12) or the Upper Block (14) of the Z Block (10).