Multiple node junction structure
a multi-node junction and structure technology, applied in the direction of buildings, buildings, constructions, etc., can solve the problems of limited transferable bending moment, significant bending moment, and limited adaptability of the angle between the axis of the connection system
Inactive Publication Date: 2007-06-07
NOVUM STRUCTURES
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"The present invention provides a multiple node junction that allows for the mounting of adaptors at an angle relative to the axis. The first node has a node adaptor-mounting-surface at an angle Θ relative to the axis, while the second node has a node adaptor-mounting-surface at the same angle Θ. The first adaptor is mounted to the first node using its node adaptor-mounting-surface and an adaptor beam-mounting-surface, while the second adaptor is mounted to the second node using its node adaptor-mounting-surface and an adaptor beam-mounting-surface. A beam is then mounted to the first and second adaptors using their adaptor-mounting surfaces, which allows the beam to be mounted at the angle Θ relative to the axis. The length of each adaptor is selected to accommodate the angle Θ. The invention allows for the creation of a framework using multiple node junctions."
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Those connections between the structural members could transfer normal forces and shear forces, but also significant bending moments.
However, those connection systems had a limited adaptability of the angle between the axis through the two nodes and the longitudinal axis of the structural member (described as angle Θ, below).
However, the transferable bending moment is limited by the relatively small height of the structural member.
However, this range (only 80° to 100°) is too limited for the requirements of modern free-form structures.
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[0036] The following detailed description of the invention will refer to one or more embodiments of the invention, but is not limited to such embodiments. Rather, the detailed description is intended only to be illustrative. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the detailed description given herein with respect to the Figures is provided for explanatory purposes as the invention extends beyond these limited embodiments.
[0037] As described in more detail below, a multiple node support structure uses two or more nodes at the junction of two or more beams mounted thereto for supporting various structures. The multiple node junction structure uses node-mounting-surfaces and adaptors to permit beams connected to a junction to be mounted at various angles relative to one another and / or the nodes. The result is a support structure that is relatively lightweight and flexible, yet extremely strong and durable. It is usable in a variety of settings, including free form struc...
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Multiple node junctions have at least two nodes sharing an axis. Each node includes a node adaptor-mounting-surface at an angle Θ relative to the axis. An adaptor mounted to each node at the angle Θ relative to the axis uses an adaptor node-mounting-surface and at least one adaptor beam-mounting-surface. A beam having one or more adaptor-mounting-surfaces is mounted to the adaptors using beam adaptor-mounting-surfaces so that the beam is mounted at the angle Θ relative to the axis. The length of each adaptor corresponds to the spacing between each adaptor node-mounting-surface and its matching adaptor beam-mounting-surface. The lengths of the first and second adaptors are selected to accommodate the angle Θ. A framework, for example a free form glass wall or the like, can be created using a plurality of multiple node junctions according to embodiments of the present invention.
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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims the benefit of priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) of the following: [0002] U.S. Provisional Ser. No. 60 / 742,469 (Attorney Docket No. 1302-p01p) filed on Dec. 05, 2005, entitled MULTIPLE NODE JUNCTION STRUCTURE, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety for all purposes. STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT [0003] Not applicable. REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISK APPENDIX [0004] Not applicable. BACKGROUND [0005] 1. Technical Field [0006] This invention relates generally to methods, systems and apparatus for erecting and supporting structures of various types, especially structures using what is commonly referred to as “free form” structures. [0007] 2. Description of Related Art [0008] Various techniques and apparatus have been developed for constructing two-dimensional and three-dimensional framework...
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IPC IPC(8): E04B7/08E04H12/00
CPCE04B1/32E04B2001/3247E04B2001/3294
Inventor STEPHAN, SOEREN LOUISCOLLINS, IAN M.
Owner NOVUM STRUCTURES