MODULAR PANEL CONNECTION SYSTEM

Abstract

The invention relates to a modular panel connection system used in panel-based structures such as gymnasium floors, raised floors, exhibition platforms, stage systems, industrial platforms, temporary walkways, and similar applications. This system enables each panel (P) to be locked independently, only the target panel (P) to be released during servicing, the loads to be distributed in a controlled manner from the center, and the assembly accuracy to be mechanically verified.

Description

1 TARIFF MODULAR PANEL CONNECTION SYSTEM Technical Area 5 The invention includes gymnasium floors, raised floors, trade show platforms, and stages. panel-based systems, industrial platforms, temporary walkways and similar applications. It relates to the connection system used in buildings. The invention specifically involves connecting multiple panels together via a common point instead of directly connecting them to each other. Enables connection via a central connection module and panel locking, service During this process, only the selected panel is released while the other panels remain connected, and the load... Performing distribution, panel centering, and assembly verification functions. It relates to the modular panel connection system that provides 15. State of the Art Modular panel systems are used for everything from gymnasium floors to exhibition platforms and temporary structures. From walkways to industrial staging systems, it has a wide range of uses. These systems typically connect panels to each other using snap-in connectors. clip mechanisms, claw structures, screw connections or similar direct panel connections This is achieved with connecting elements transferred to the panel. In this type of connection system... A chain of connections is formed between the panels, and system integrity depends on the panels. It is based on their interdependent fixation. This structure, maintenance and service 25 This creates significant limitations in the processes. Because any panel cannot be removed from the system. when it needs to be separated, because the panel is directly connected to neighboring panels It becomes necessary to remove the surrounding panels as well. This situation costs both labor. this increases the cost and prolongs the system's downtime. It reduces operational efficiency. 30 In known systems, load transfer also occurs from panel to panel, so one panel... Detaching it from the system negatively affects the rigidity and connection stability of adjacent panels. This has an effect. Uneven distribution of the load at the connection points causes shocks and vibrations. This causes the signal to be transmitted directly to the panel connections. This results in both connection 35 It shortens the lifespan of the components and weakens the overall stability of the system. 2 Most existing mounting solutions only serve the function of fastening panels together. It can see and accordingly only the selected panel is available during service. release, keep other panels locked, distribute the load in a controlled manner from the center, new mechanically ensuring the panel is correctly positioned and mounted. It does not offer advanced functions such as display within a single module. Therefore, 5 Instead of direct panel-to-panel connections, the panels share a common central module. locked independently of the system integrity of service operations where it can be done without damage and the loads are distributed in a controlled manner at the junction point. A new connection system is needed. In conclusion, the existence of the above problems and the inadequacy of the current solutions, This has made it necessary to make improvements in the technical field. Purpose of the Invention The present invention eliminates the aforementioned disadvantages and contributes to the relevant technical field. It relates to a modular panel connection system that brings new advantages. The main purpose of the invention is to connect multiple panels together via a common connection instead of directly connecting them to each other. a modular panel 20 that enables connection via a central connection module The goal is to establish a connection system. The purpose of the invention is to enable only the selected panel to be removed from the system during service or maintenance. A modular panel connector that allows one panel to be detached while the other panels remain connected. The goal is to establish the system. 25 Another objective of the invention is a multi-lever system with locking levers that operate independently for each panel. The goal is to create a modular panel connection system. Another aim of the invention is to select the direction of service disc so that only 30 vehicles will be serviced. a modular panel connection system that enables the transmission of movement to the panel's locking lever to reveal. Another objective of the invention is the floating load distribution disk in the central connection module and Thanks to the elastomer ring, the loads are distributed in a controlled manner and the impact effects are reduced by 35. The goal is to develop a modular panel connection system that enables reduction. 3 Another purpose of the invention is to ensure the panel is correctly positioned during the installation of the new panel. The goal is to create a modular panel connection system that directs to the desired location. Another purpose of the invention is to indicate that the panel is correctly locked using a mechanical indicator. The goal is to create a modular panel connection system that informs the user. 5 Another objective of the invention is to make the central connection module independent of the panel body. A modular panel connection system emerged that allows for disassembly and replacement. to place. To fulfill all the purposes mentioned above and those that can be derived from the detailed explanation. The invention includes; gymnasium floors, raised floors, exhibition platforms, stages. panel-based systems, industrial platforms, temporary walkways and similar applications. It is a modular panel connection system used in buildings, - the main supporting body, mechanically connected to the panels on the ground, 15 - rotating on the main carrier body and during servicing The direction selector service disc enables the selected panel to be driven. - to the lock strike plate located under each panel on the main carrier body locking the panels and selecting the direction when removing the panels. The locking lever, which moves in two stages by operating in the direction determined by the service disc, 20 - located on the main carrier body, between the locking lever and the direction selector service disc. Cam-controlled movement providing two-stage controlled action of the locking lever. mechanism, - cam-controlled movement mechanism with locking lever on the main carrier body. located between them and the back 25 that automatically returns the locking lever to the locked position. return spring, - This relates to the fact that it includes a top cover that is closed onto the main carrier body. The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below. And thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to these figures, it becomes clearer. 30 This will be understood as such. Therefore, the evaluation should also include these forms and detailed explanations. This should be done taking that into consideration. Figures that will help understand the invention. 35 4 Figure 1: Disassembled version of the modular panel connection system, which is the subject of the invention. It is the appearance. Figure 2: The modular panel connection system, the subject of the invention, assembled with the panels. This is the top view. Figure 3: 5-inch assembled version of the modular panel connection system, which is the subject of the invention. It is a perspective view. Figure 4: The modular panel connection system, the subject of the invention, in its panels and disassembled state. It is the appearance. Figure 5: Detail of the locking handle of the modular panel connection system, which is the subject of the invention. It is the appearance. 10 Explanation of Part References 10. Main carrier body 11. Service safety lock 15 12. Service key entry 20. Direction selector service disc 30. Locking handle 40. Cam-controlled motion mechanism 50. Return spring 20 60. Floating load distribution disk 70. Elastomer shock absorbing ring 80. Panel centering surface 90. Top cover 91. Mechanical assembly indicator 25 100. Lock strike P. Panel Detailed Description of the Invention 30 This detailed description explains the preferred modular panel connection system of the invention. alternatives, solely for the purpose of better understanding the subject and without any limitations It is explained in a way that will not create an impact. 35 Figure 1 shows the disassembled version of the modular panel connection system, which is the subject of the invention. It has been given. Accordingly, the modular panel connection system, in its most basic form, is on the ground. Main carrier body (10) mechanically associated with panels (P), main carrier body (10) Only the selected panel (P) should be driven during the service operation. The direction selector service disc (20) provides 5 of each panel on the main carrier housing (10). (P) locks the panels (P) by locking the locking mechanism (100) and removing the panels (P). During this time, the two-stage movement works in the direction determined by the direction selector service disc (20). The locking lever (30) provides two-stage controlled movement of the locking lever (30). The controlled movement mechanism (40) automatically locks the locking lever (30) to the locking position. The rotating return spring (50) counteracts the vertical loads from the panels (P) 10 load distribution disc (60), coming from panels (P) under the floating load distribution disc (60) elastomer shock absorbing ring (70) which distributes vertical loads in a controlled manner, main located on the carrier body (10) and the new panel after the panel (P) is removed When (P) is installed, the new panel contacts the guide tabs under panel (P) (P) panel centering surface (80) guiding to the correct position, main carrier body (10) 15 It includes a top cover (90) that is closed on top. The main carrier forming the main structure of the modular panel connection system that is the subject of the invention. The body (10) is mechanically connected to the panels (P) on the ground. Main carrier body (10), all mechanical sub-components of the modular panel connection system 20 It forms the basic structure in which it is located and provides locking, load distribution, and service safety. The panel (P) enables all centering functions to be performed. Unauthorized or accidental initiation of service operation on the main carrier body (10) Service safety lock (11) and service key placed in the module 25 The service key entry (12) is located. The service key entry (12) is located by the user. By placing and rotating it, the service safety lock (11) is unlocked and the direction selector This enables the service disc (20) to be driven. The direction selector service disc (20), located on the main carrier body (10), service 30 During the operation, only the movement of the selected panel (P) is transmitted to the locking lever (30). It is a rotary mechanism that provides service. The service key is operated by the user. The direction selector service disc (20), activated by inserting it into the key entry (12), service By determining its direction, the locking levers (30) of the other panels (P) are in a fixed and locked position. It ensures that it remains. 35 6 Each panel (P) can be locked via the locking lever (30) located on the main carrier body (10). It locks into the modular panel connection system. The locking lever (30) is located under the panel (P). It holds the panel (P) by holding onto the lock strike (100) and is closed during normal use. It is located in this position. When service operation is required, the direction selector service disc (20) The driven locking lever (30) is driven by two cam-controlled actuators (40). It performs a gradual movement. In the first stage, the locking lever (30) is pulled back, opening the panel (P) The lock strike plate (100) is released. In the second stage, the lock lever (30) is serviced. By switching to this position, it prevents the panel (P) from accidentally closing when it is removed. The aforementioned cam-controlled motion mechanism (40), main carrier body (10) It is located between the locking lever (30) and the direction selector service disc (20). 10 During the stage of installing the new panel (P) after removing the panel (P), the panel Guide projections under (P) panel located on the main carrier body (10) It contacts the centering surface (80). The panel centering surface (80) is inclined. Thanks to its structure, it directs the panel (P) to the correct position and the locking lever (30) locks 15 It ensures alignment with the corresponding (100). When the panel (P) is in the correct position, the main on the carrier body (10) with locking lever (30) and cam-controlled actuator (40) By engaging the return spring (50) between them, the locking lever (30) is automatically locked. It returns to its position. With the locking lever (30) fully reaching the locking position, the top The mechanical assembly indicator (91) located on the cover (90) is activated and the panel 20 (P) mechanically and visually informs the user that it is locked correctly. The floating load distribution disc (60) located on the main carrier body (10) is separated from the panels (P) It is a movable disk structure that withstands incoming vertical loads. Floating load distribution disk (60), The elastomer shock absorbing ring (70) 25 absorbs the vertical loads coming from the panels (P). It distributes through the elastomer shock damping ring (70), shock and vibrations. by damping, it reduces stresses at the panel (P) connection point and extends the life of the system. It increases its mechanical strength with prolonged use. The top cover (90) is closed onto the main carrier body (10). The top cover (90) is modular 30 It isolates the internal mechanisms of the panel mounting system from external influences. The modular panel connection system is where the panels (P) are directly connected to each other. Unlike traditional systems, each panel (P) is independent of the others. locked, only the target panel (P) was released during the service operation, 35 7 loads are distributed in a controlled manner from the center, and assembly accuracy is mechanical. It reveals an advanced connectivity structure that has been verified as such.

Claims

8 REQUESTS 1. Gymnasium floors, raised floors, exhibition platforms, stages panel-based systems, industrial platforms, temporary walkways and similar applications. The modular panel connection system (P) used in buildings has the following feature: 5 - main carrier mechanically connected to panels (P) on the ground body (10), - rotating movement on the main carrier body (10) and service operation The direction selector enables the selected panel (P) to be driven during the process. service disc (20), 10 - lock located under each panel (P) on the main carrier body (10) locking the panels (P) by locking them (100) and the panels (P) During removal, the direction selector service disk (20) determines the direction. working two-stage moving lock lever (30), - on the main carrier body (10), with locking lever (30) and direction selector service disc 15 (20) and the two-stage controlled movement of the locking lever (30) between the position and the locking lever. cam-controlled motion mechanism (40), - Cam-controlled movement with locking lever (30) on the main carrier body (10). located between the mechanism (40) and the locking lever (30) automatically Return spring (50) which returns to the lock position, 20 - It includes the top cover (90) which is closed onto the main carrier body (10).

2. A modular panel connection system (P) conforming to Claim 1, whose feature is; mentioned above. retracted by being driven by the direction selector service disc (20) releasing the lock strike (100) of the panel (P) and bringing it to the service safety position 25 lock that prevents the panel (P) from accidentally closing when it is removed. It includes the arm (30).

3. A modular panel connection system (P) conforming to Claim 1, whose feature is; mentioned above. The vertical 30 located on the main carrier body (10) and coming from the panels (P) It includes a floating load distribution disk (60) that handles the loads.

4. A modular panel connection system (P) conforming to Claim 3, whose feature is; mentioned above. The vertical load distribution disk (60) located under the floating load distribution disk and coming from the panels (P) elastomer shock absorbing ring (70) 35 which distributes loads in a controlled manner It includes. 9 5. A modular panel connection system (P) conforming to Claim 1, whose feature is; mentioned located on the main carrier body (10) and after the panel (P) is removed When the new panel (P) is installed, contact the guide tabs under the panel (P). panel centering surface that guides the new panel (P) to the correct position (80) includes. 5 6. A modular panel connection system (P) conforming to Claim 1, whose feature is; mentioned above. located on the top cover (90) and the locking lever (30) is fully in the locking position. The mechanical unit that informs the user that the panel (P) is correctly locked upon arrival. It includes the assembly indicator (91). 10

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