A lightning protection device for a full glass dome

Abstract

The present invention proposes a lightning protection device for an all-glass dome, comprising a support frame, a mounting frame, glass, a lightning protection component, and a decorative cover. The mounting frame is connected to the support frame and located above it. The mounting frame comprises a vertically connected horizontal frame and a vertical frame. The cross-section of the horizontal frame comprises a frame body, a first protrusion, and two second protrusions. The side of the glass contacts the first protrusion, and the second protrusion is used to support the bottom surface of the glass. The two horizontal frames and the two vertical frames form an installation frame. The vertical frames at the corners of the installation frame are provided with installation notches. The glass is sealed and installed in the installation frame. The lightning protection component comprises a first flat plate and a second flat plate. The first flat plate is installed in the installation notch and both side surfaces are flush with the first protrusion. The second flat plate is vertically connected to the first flat plate. The decorative cover is rotatably mounted on the second flat plate. The installation of the lightning protection component of the lightning protection device does not affect the installation of the glass. The top surface of the decorative cover serves as a lightning induction surface and also as a metal decorative line, without destroying the overall aesthetics of the all-glass dome.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of lightning protection devices, in particular to a full-glass dome lightning protection device. Background Art

[0002] As a complex spatial structure, large-curvature domes are widely used in modern buildings such as skylights, gymnasiums, and exhibition halls. Their unique geometry and mechanical properties bring both aesthetics and functionality to architectural designs. All-glass domes require lightning protection devices to guide direct and inductive lightning strikes to the ground.

[0003] In the prior art, a lightning rod is installed on the top of the dome. However, the long pointed structure of the lightning rod destroys the overall beauty of the building and affects the appearance of the building. In addition, since the top of the full glass dome is entirely glass, it is not convenient to install the lightning rod. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention proposes a lightning protection device for an all-glass dome to solve the technical problems that the long pointed structure of the lightning rod proposed in the above background technology will destroy the overall beauty of the building and affect the appearance of the building; and the all-glass dome is not convenient for the installation of the lightning rod because the top is an entire glass surface.

[0005] The technical solution of the present invention is achieved as follows:

[0006] The present invention provides a lightning protection device for a full glass dome, comprising a support frame, a mounting frame, glass, a lightning protection member and a decorative cover, wherein:

[0007] The support frame is installed on the building wall, and the support frame is connected to a lightning protection connection line;

[0008] The mounting frame is connected to the support frame and is located above it, the mounting frame includes a horizontal frame and a vertical frame connected vertically, the vertical frame and the horizontal frame have the same cross-section, the cross-section of the horizontal frame includes a frame body, a first protrusion and two second protrusions, the first protrusion is located in the middle of the frame body, the side of the glass contacts the first protrusion, the two second protrusions are located on both sides of the first protrusion, the second protrusion is used to support the bottom surface of the glass, the two horizontal frames and the two vertical frames form a mounting frame, and the vertical frames at the corners of the mounting frame are provided with mounting notches;

[0009] The glass is sealed and installed in the installation frame;

[0010] The lightning protection component includes a first plate and a second plate. The first plate is installed in the installation notch and both side surfaces are flush with the first protrusion. The first plate is provided with a hanging hole for hanging a safety rope. The thickness of the first plate is the same as that of the first protrusion. The second plate is vertically connected to the end of the first plate away from the installation notch.

[0011] The decorative cover is rotatably mounted on the second flat plate and can be fixedly connected to the second flat plate at a specified angle. The top surface of the decorative cover is sprayed with decorative lines.

[0012] Based on the above technical solution, preferably, the second plate is provided with two connecting ring grooves symmetrical with respect to the first plate;

[0013] The decorative cover is provided with two connecting holes, and connecting bolts are fixedly connected in the connecting holes. The connecting bolts pass through the connecting ring groove and are connected with the fastening nuts.

[0014] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the central angle of the arc corresponding to the two ends of the connecting ring groove is 90 degrees.

[0015] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the angles of the plurality of decorative covers are adjusted so that the decorative lines on each decorative cover are connected to form a smooth curve.

[0016] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the lightning protection device further includes a first adapter and a second adapter welded to the support frame, the first adapter is connected to the horizontal frame, and the second adapter is connected to the vertical frame.

[0017] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, it further includes a limit block, the top surface of the limit block is provided with a limit groove, the bottom surface is welded to the support frame, the limit groove is clamped at the installation notch, and the first flat plate is clamped in the limit groove.

[0018] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, a widened portion is provided on the top surface of the limit block, and the width of the widened portion is the same as the width of the vertical frame.

[0019] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the first protrusion is provided with a connecting screw hole, and the second protrusion is provided with a mounting hole;

[0020] The lightning protection device also includes a clamping assembly, which includes a sub-frame, a rubber pad, a pressure plate and a dovetail screw. A ball head matching the mounting hole is provided at the bottom of the sub-frame, and the ball head is placed in the mounting hole. The rubber pad is installed on the sub-frame and glued to the bottom of the glass. The pressure plate is pressed against the top of the glass. The dovetail screw passes through the pressure plate and is connected to the connecting screw hole.

[0021] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, both sides of the second protrusion are further coated with silicone sealant to seal the gap between the glass and the second protrusion.

[0022] On the basis of the above technical solution, preferably, the lightning protection connecting wire adopts an aluminum braided conductor, and both ends of the lightning protection connecting wire are installed on the supporting frame through terminal blocks.

[0023] The all-glass dome lightning protection device of the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0024] (1) A mounting notch is provided on the longitudinal frame at the corner of the mounting frame, the side of the glass contacts the first protrusion, and the second protrusion is used to support the bottom of the glass; the first flat plate is installed in the mounting notch and both side surfaces are flush with the first protrusion, the thickness of the first flat plate is the same as the thickness of the first protrusion, and the installation of the lightning protection component does not affect the installation of the glass; the hanging hole on the first flat plate can also be used as a safety rope for the operator, and the top surface of the decorative cover is sprayed with decorative lines, which can serve as a lightning induction surface and also as a metal decorative line, without destroying the overall beauty of the full glass dome;

[0025] (2) The second plate is provided with two connecting ring grooves symmetrical with respect to the first plate; the decorative cover is provided with two connecting holes, and the connecting holes are fixedly connected with connecting bolts, and the connecting bolts pass through the connecting ring grooves and are connected with the fastening nuts. When the fastening nuts are not tightened, the decorative cover can be rotated relative to the second plate. When the decorative cover is rotated to a required angle, the fastening nuts and the connecting bolts are tightened to realize the rotational connection between the decorative cover and the second plate, and the decorative cover can be fixedly connected to the second plate at a specified angle position;

[0026] (3) The central angle of the arc between the two ends of the connecting ring groove is 90 degrees, so that the adjustable angle range of the decorative cover meets the requirements, and the strength of the second flat plate is not affected by the long arc length of the connecting ring groove, thereby improving the reliability of the device;

[0027] (4) The first adapter and the second adapter are welded to the support frame, the first adapter is connected to the horizontal frame, and the second adapter is connected to the vertical frame, so as to realize the connection between the horizontal frame and the vertical frame and the support frame;

[0028] (5) A limiting groove is provided on the top surface of the limiting block, and the bottom surface is welded to the supporting frame. The limiting groove is clamped at the installation notch, and the first flat plate is clamped in the limiting groove to prevent the first flat plate from shaking and squeezing the glass, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0030] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of a lightning protection device for a full glass dome in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 is a partial schematic diagram of a lightning protection device for a full glass dome in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 For the present invention Figure 2 A partial enlarged view of part A in the middle;

[0033] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the structure of a full-glass dome lightning protection device (excluding the glass and decorative cover) in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 5 For the present invention Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of part B in the middle;

[0035] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the all-glass dome lightning protection device (excluding the glass and decorative cover) in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 7 An exploded view of a lightning protection component in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 8 is a three-dimensional diagram of a lightning protection component in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 9 is a front view of a full glass dome in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 10 This is a top view of the all-glass dome in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] Explanation of reference numerals: 1-support frame, 2-mounting frame, 3-glass, 4-lightning protection member, 5-decorative cover, 6-limiting block, 7-pressing assembly;

[0041] 11-lightning protection cable, 12-connection terminal, 13-first adapter, 131-first reinforcement rib, 14-second adapter, 141-second reinforcement rib;

[0042] 21- horizontal frame, 211- skeleton body, 212- first protrusion, 2121- connecting screw hole, 213- second protrusion, 2131- mounting hole, 22- vertical frame, 200- mounting frame, 201- mounting notch;

[0043] 41-first plate, 411-hanging hole, 42-second plate, 421-connecting ring groove, 43-connecting bolt, 44-fastening nut;

[0044] 51-connection hole;

[0045] 61-limiting groove, 62-widening portion;

[0046] 71-sub-frame, 711-ball head, 72-rubber pad, 73-pressure plate, 74-dovetail screw. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] The following will be combined with the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0048] Reference Figures 1 to 10 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a lightning protection device for a full glass dome, including a support frame 1, a mounting frame 2, glass 3, a lightning protection member 4 and a decorative cover 5, wherein:

[0049] The support frame 1 is mounted on a building wall, and a lightning protection connection line 11 is connected to the support frame 1, and the lightning protection connection line 11 is grounded; the lightning protection connection line 11 can be made of aluminum braided wire, and both ends of the lightning protection connection line 11 are mounted on the support frame 1 through terminal blocks 12; the support frame 1 includes horizontal beams and longitudinal beams, and the horizontal beams and longitudinal beams are vertically staggered and welded;

[0050] The mounting frame 2 is connected to the support frame 1 and is located above it. The mounting frame 2 includes a horizontal frame 21 and a vertical frame 22 connected vertically. The vertical frame 22 and the horizontal frame 21 have the same cross-section. The cross-section of the horizontal frame 21 includes a frame body 211, a first protrusion 212 and two second protrusions 213. The first protrusion 212 is located in the middle of the frame body 211. The side of the glass 3 contacts the first protrusion 212. The two second protrusions 213 are located on both sides of the first protrusion 212. The second protrusions 213 are used to support the bottom surface of the glass 3. The two horizontal frames 21 and the two vertical frames 22 form a mounting frame 200. The vertical frames 22 at the corners of the mounting frame 200 are provided with mounting notches 201. The mounting frame 200 forms a bottom support for the glass 3 by the first protrusion 212, and a side support for the glass 3 by the second protrusions 213.

[0051] The glass 3 is sealed and installed in the installation frame 200;

[0052] The lightning protection member 4 includes a first plate 41 and a second plate 42. The first plate 41 is installed in the installation notch 201 and both side surfaces are flush with the first protrusion 212. The first plate 41 and the installation notch 201 can be connected by welding. The first plate 41 is provided with a hanging hole 411 for hanging a safety rope. The thickness of the first plate 41 is the same as that of the first protrusion 212. The second plate 42 is vertically connected to the end of the first plate 41 away from the installation notch 201.

[0053] The decorative cover 5 is rotatably mounted on the second flat plate 42 and can be fixedly connected to the second flat plate 42 at a specified angle. The top surface of the decorative cover 5 is spray-painted with decorative molding. The top surface of the decorative cover 5 can be a partial spherical surface, and the bottom surface of the decorative cover 5 is flat. The bottom surface of the decorative cover 5 is in contact with the second flat plate 42.

[0054] The lightning protection device for the full glass dome in this embodiment is provided with a mounting notch 201 on the vertical frame 22 at the corner of the mounting frame 200. The side surface of the glass 3 contacts the first protrusion 212, and the second protrusion 213 is used to support the bottom surface of the glass 3; the first flat plate 41 is installed in the mounting notch 201 and both side surfaces are flush with the first protrusion 212. The thickness of the first flat plate 41 is the same as that of the first protrusion 212. The installation of the lightning protection component 4 does not affect the installation of the glass 3; the hanging hole 411 on the first flat plate 41 can also be used as a safety rope for the operator. The top surface of the decorative cover 5 is sprayed with decorative lines, which can serve as a lightning-inducing surface and also as a metal decorative line without destroying the overall beauty of the full glass dome.

[0055] In some embodiments, the second plate 42 is provided with two connecting annular grooves 421 symmetrically relative to the first plate 41. The decorative cover 5 is provided with two connecting holes 51, each of which is fixedly connected to a connecting bolt 43. The cap end of the connecting bolt 43 is located at the bottom end of the decorative cover 5, away from the second plate 42. The connecting bolt 43 passes through the connecting annular grooves 421 and is connected to the fastening nut 44. When the fastening nut 44 is not tightened, the decorative cover 5 can rotate relative to the second plate 42. When the decorative cover 5 is rotated to the desired angle, the fastening nut 44 and the connecting bolt 43 are tightened to achieve the rotational connection between the decorative cover 5 and the second plate 42, and the decorative cover 5 can be fixedly connected to the second plate 42 at the specified angle.

[0056] In some embodiments, the central angle of the arc between the two ends of the connecting annular groove 421 is 90 degrees. By setting the central angle of the arc between the two ends of the connecting annular groove 421 to 90 degrees, the adjustable angle range of the decorative cover 5 meets the requirements, and the strength of the second flat plate 42 is not affected by the long arc length of the connecting annular groove 421, thereby improving the reliability of the device.

[0057] In some embodiments, the angles of the plurality of decorative covers 5 are adjusted so that the decorative lines on each decorative cover 5 are connected to form a smooth curve. By connecting the decorative lines on each decorative cover 5 to form a smooth curve, the overall aesthetics of the full glass dome can be enhanced.

[0058] In some embodiments, the lightning protection device further includes a first adapter 13 and a second adapter 14 welded to the support frame 1, wherein the first adapter 13 is connected to the horizontal frame 21, and the second adapter 14 is connected to the vertical frame 22. A first bolt hole is provided on the first adapter 13 and the second adapter 14, and a second bolt hole matching the first bolt hole is provided on the horizontal frame 21 and the vertical frame 22. Bolts pass through the first bolt hole and the second bolt hole and are locked with nuts, so that the first adapter 13 is connected to the horizontal frame 21, and the second adapter 14 is connected to the vertical frame 22, thereby realizing the connection between the horizontal frame 21 and the vertical frame 22 and the support frame 1. The first adapter 13 and the second adapter 14 can be flat plates, and first reinforcing ribs 131 can be provided on both sides of the first adapter 13, and second reinforcing ribs 141 can be provided on both sides of the second adapter 14, so as to strengthen the strength of the first adapter 13 and the second adapter 14 and improve the stability and reliability of the device.

[0059] In some embodiments, the lightning protection device further includes a limit block 6, the top surface of which is provided with a limit groove 61, and the bottom surface of which is welded to the support frame 1. The limit groove 61 is fixed to the mounting notch 201, and the first flat plate 41 is fixed to the limit groove 61. By fixing the first flat plate 41 to the limit groove 61, both ends in the length direction are limited by the mounting notch 201, and both ends in the thickness direction are limited by the limit groove 61, thereby preventing the first flat plate 41 from shaking and causing compression on the glass 3, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the device.

[0060] In some embodiments, the top surface of the stopper 6 is provided with a widened portion 62, the width of which is the same as the width of the longitudinal frame 22. The provision of the widened portion 62 allows the stopper 6 to fill the installation gap 201 of the longitudinal beam, thereby preventing poor sealing due to depression in the installation gap 201 and improving the reliability of the device.

[0061] In some embodiments, the first protrusion 212 is provided with a connecting screw hole 2121, and the second protrusion 213 is provided with a mounting hole 2131. The lightning protection device further includes a clamping assembly 7, which includes a sub-frame 71, a rubber pad 72, a pressure plate 73, and a dovetail screw 74. The bottom of the sub-frame 71 is provided with a ball head 711 that matches the mounting hole 2131. The ball head 711 is placed in the mounting hole 2131. The rubber pad 72 is installed on the sub-frame 71 and glued to the bottom of the glass 3. The pressure plate 73 is pressed against the top of the glass 3. The dovetail screw 74 passes through the pressure plate 73 and is connected to the connecting screw hole 2121. Through the above structure, the glass 3 is compressed and fixed, and the structure is simple and reliable, which is easy to install.

[0062] In some embodiments, both sides of the second protrusion 213 are coated with silicone sealant to seal the gap between the glass 3 and the second protrusion 213. By coating the gap between the glass 3 and the second protrusion 213 with silicone sealant to seal, the overall sealing performance is improved, thereby enhancing the reliability of the device.

[0063] The working principle of the lightning protection device for the all-glass dome proposed in the embodiment of the present invention is as follows: the ball head 711 at the bottom of the sub-frame 71 is placed in the mounting hole 2131 of the second protrusion 213, the rubber pad 72 is installed on the sub-frame 71 and glued to the bottom of the glass 3, forming a support and sealing connection for the bottom of the glass 3, and the side of the glass 3 contacts the first protrusion 212; the first flat plate 41 is installed in the mounting notch 201 and both side surfaces are flush with the first protrusion 212, the thickness of the first flat plate 41 is the same as the thickness of the first protrusion 212, and the installation of the lightning protection component 4 does not affect the installation of the glass 3; the angles of the multiple decorative covers 5 are adjusted so that the decorative lines on each decorative cover 5 form a smooth curve, which will not destroy the overall beauty of the all-glass dome; the hanging hole 411 on the first flat plate 41 can also be used for the operator to hang a safety rope, thereby improving the safety of the operator.

[0064] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A lightning protection device for a full glass dome, characterized in that: It includes a support frame, a mounting frame, glass, lightning protection components and a decorative cover, including: The support frame is installed on the building wall, and the support frame is connected to a lightning protection connection line; The mounting frame is connected to the support frame and is located above it, the mounting frame includes a horizontal frame and a vertical frame connected vertically, the vertical frame and the horizontal frame have the same cross-section, the cross-section of the horizontal frame includes a frame body, a first protrusion and two second protrusions, the first protrusion is located in the middle of the frame body, the side of the glass contacts the first protrusion, the two second protrusions are located on both sides of the first protrusion, the second protrusion is used to support the bottom surface of the glass, the two horizontal frames and the two vertical frames form a mounting frame, and the vertical frames at the corners of the mounting frame are provided with mounting notches; The glass is sealed and installed in the installation frame; The lightning protection component includes a first plate and a second plate. The first plate is installed in the installation notch and both side surfaces are flush with the first protrusion. The first plate is provided with a hanging hole for hanging a safety rope. The thickness of the first plate is the same as that of the first protrusion. The second plate is vertically connected to the end of the first plate away from the installation notch. The second plate is provided with two connecting ring grooves symmetrical with respect to the first plate. The decorative cover is rotatably mounted on the second flat plate and can be fixedly connected to the second flat plate at a specified angle. The top surface of the decorative cover is sprayed with decorative lines. Two connecting holes are provided on the decorative cover, and connecting bolts are fixedly connected in the connecting holes. The connecting bolts pass through the connecting ring groove and are connected to the fastening nuts.

2. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to claim 1, characterized in that: The central angle of the arc corresponding to the two ends of the connecting ring groove is 90 degrees.

3. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to claim 2, characterized in that: The angles of the plurality of decorative covers are adjusted so that the decorative lines on each decorative cover are connected to form a smooth curve.

4. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lightning protection device further includes a first adapter and a second adapter welded to the support frame, the first adapter is connected to the horizontal frame, and the second adapter is connected to the vertical frame.

5. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a limiting block, the top surface of the limiting block is provided with a limiting groove, the bottom surface is welded to the supporting frame, the limiting groove is clamped at the installation notch, and the first flat plate is clamped in the limiting groove.

6. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to claim 5, characterized in that: A widened portion is provided on the top surface of the limiting block, and the width of the widened portion is the same as the width of the vertical frame.

7. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first protrusion is provided with a connecting screw hole, and the second protrusion is provided with a mounting hole; The lightning protection device also includes a clamping assembly, which includes a sub-frame, a rubber pad, a pressure plate and a dovetail screw. A ball head matching the mounting hole is provided at the bottom of the sub-frame, and the ball head is placed in the mounting hole. The rubber pad is installed on the sub-frame and glued to the bottom of the glass. The pressure plate is pressed against the top of the glass. The dovetail screw passes through the pressure plate and is connected to the connecting screw hole.

8. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to claim 7, characterized in that: Both sides of the second protrusion are also coated with silicone sealant to seal the gap between the glass and the second protrusion.

9. The lightning protection device for a full glass dome according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The lightning protection connecting wire is made of aluminum braided wire, and both ends of the lightning protection connecting wire are installed on the supporting frame through wiring terminals.

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