Gear transmission type modularized steel structure detachable joint
Through the gear-driven modular steel structure node, the square steel pipe column and the H-shaped steel beam are connected by locking mechanism and gear switch, which solves the problems of unreliable connection and inconvenient construction in the prior art, and achieves efficient and reliable connection and simple construction process.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202511043072.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-29
AI Technical Summary
The existing modular building node connection method is difficult to provide sufficient construction work space and efficient construction processes while ensuring connection reliability.
The gear-driven modular steel structure node is adopted to connect the square steel pipe columns and the H-shaped steel beams through locking mechanisms and gear switches. High-strength bolts and gear transmission are used for locking and disassembly, ensuring connection reliability and construction efficiency.
It realizes the advantages of efficient and fast construction, reliable connection, clear force transmission path, green and environmentally friendly and detachable, ensuring the reliability of connection and the convenience of construction.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present application relates to the field of construction, and in particular to a gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node. Background Art
[0002] In the current field of modular construction, the node connection technology between modules is the key to ensuring structural safety. Traditional modular building node connection methods are diverse, such as bolt connection, welding connection, prestressed connection and self-locking connection.
[0003] Each of these connection methods has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, while bolted connections are convenient to construct, they can lead to connection failure due to insufficient preload or loosening. Welded connections offer good rigidity, strength, and integrity, but require on-site welding, which is labor-intensive, carries high operational risks, and places high demands on weld quality. Prestressed connections do not require on-site welding, but require prestressing during construction. Insufficient prestressing can easily result in low bearing capacity. Self-locking connections, while convenient to construct, are complex to manufacture and require high precision. These connection methods make it difficult to achieve both reliable connections and sufficient working space.
[0004] Therefore, a new technical solution for modular steel structure nodes is needed to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention
[0005] In order to address the deficiencies of the prior art, the present application provides a gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node, which has the advantages of efficient and fast construction, reliable connection, clear force transmission path, green and environmental protection, and detachability.
[0006] The technical effects to be achieved by this application are achieved through the following solutions: According to the first aspect of the present application, a gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node is provided, comprising two interconnected node assemblies, wherein the node assemblies include a square steel pipe column and an H-shaped steel beam, wherein the H-shaped steel beam is installed at 90 degrees to the connecting end of the square steel pipe column, and the connecting ends of the square steel pipe columns of the two interconnected node assemblies are connected by a locking mechanism.
[0007] Preferably, the locking mechanism includes a first locking block and a second locking block, the bottom of the first locking block is provided with a connecting cavity, a plurality of anti-shear blocks are provided in the connecting cavity, the second locking block is provided with a locking head, the peripheral surface of the locking head is provided with a fixing groove matching the anti-shear block, and the anti-shear block is driven by a driving device to be inserted into the fixing groove for fixation.
[0008] Preferably, the first locking block includes an upper outer sleeve and an upper inner sleeve, the upper inner sleeve and the upper outer sleeve are respectively sleeved and fixed to the inner and outer sides of the upper square steel pipe column, the connecting cavity and the shear block are respectively arranged in the upper inner sleeve, and the H-shaped steel beam is fixed on the upper outer sleeve.
[0009] Preferably, the second locking block includes a lower outer sleeve and a lower inner sleeve, and the lower inner sleeve and the lower outer sleeve are respectively sleeved and fixed to the inner and outer sides of the lower square steel pipe column, and the locking head is arranged at the top end of the lower inner sleeve, and the H-shaped steel beam is fixed on the lower outer sleeve.
[0010] Preferably, the bottom surface of the upper inner sleeve is recessed to form a connecting portion, the cavity of the connecting portion is the connecting cavity, the anti-shear block is rotatably connected to the periphery of the connecting portion, and extends into the connecting cavity through the through hole on the peripheral surface of the connecting portion.
[0011] Preferably, a sub-gear is coaxially connected to the shear block, a gear switch is provided through the upper outer sleeve, the upper square steel pipe column and the upper inner sleeve, and the sub-gear is driven by the gear switch.
[0012] Preferably, the sub-gears are connected via a chain transmission, wherein a mother gear is coaxially connected to one of the sub-gears, and the gear switch is meshed with the mother gear.
[0013] Preferably, the sub-gear is coaxially connected to the mother gear via a connecting cylinder, and the height of the connecting cylinder is greater than the height of the connecting portion.
[0014] Preferably, the gear switch includes a rotating wheel, a connecting shaft and a driving gear. The connecting shaft passes through the upper outer sleeve, the upper square steel pipe column and the upper inner sleeve. The driving gear is fixed to one end of the connecting shaft and meshes with the mother gear. The rotating wheel is fixed to the other end of the connecting shaft and is located outside the upper outer sleeve.
[0015] Preferably, a reinforcement plate is provided between the square steel tube column and the H-shaped steel beam.
[0016] According to one embodiment of the present application, the use of this gear-driven modular steel structure with detachable nodes offers the following advantages: after assembling the two node components, the locking connection can be completed simply by turning a gear switch and then reinforcing with external high-strength bolts. This design offers the advantages of efficient and fast construction, reliable connection, clear force transmission path, environmental friendliness, and detachability. While ensuring connection reliability, it also provides ample construction workspace. All components can be manufactured in a factory, and installation and removal at the construction site require only high-strength bolts and gear switches, making the entire operation simple and efficient. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the existing technical solutions, 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 recorded in this application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative labor.
[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node in one embodiment of the present application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the back structure of the detachable node of the gear-driven modular steel structure; Figure 3 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the connection structure between the first locking block and the node assembly; Figure 4 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the inner sleeve in the upper middle part; Figure 5 for Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the installation structure at the middle shear block; Figure 6 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the top view of the inner sleeve in the middle and upper part; Figure 7 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the connection structure between the second locking block and the node assembly; Figure 8 for Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the structure at the middle locking head. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0019] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application more clear, the technical solutions of this application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of this application, not all of them. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0020] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, a gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node in one embodiment of the present application includes two interconnected node assemblies 100, each comprising a square steel pipe column 110 and an H-shaped steel beam 120. The H-shaped steel beam 120 is mounted at a 90-degree angle to the connecting ends of the square steel pipe columns 110. The connecting ends of the square steel pipe columns 110 of the two interconnected node assemblies 100 are connected by a locking mechanism 200. To improve the reliability and strength of the connection, the two node assemblies 100 are reinforced with high-strength bolts.
[0021] Through this solution of the present embodiment, after the two node assemblies 100 are docked, the installation can be completed by connecting them using the locking mechanism 200. If disassembly is required, it is only necessary to loosen the locking mechanism 200, thereby improving the convenience of installation and disassembly.
[0022] In one embodiment of the present application, the locking mechanism 200 includes a first locking block and a second locking block. A connecting cavity is provided at the bottom of the first locking block, and a plurality of anti-shear blocks 232 are provided in the connecting cavity. A locking head 260 is provided on the second locking block, and a fixing groove 261 matching the anti-shear block 232 is provided on the peripheral surface of the locking head 260. The anti-shear block 232 is inserted into the fixing groove 261 by a driving device for fixation.
[0023] In one embodiment of the present application, the first locking block includes an upper outer sleeve 210 and an upper inner sleeve 220, and the upper inner sleeve 220 and the upper outer sleeve 210 are respectively sleeved and fixed to the inner and outer sides of the upper square steel pipe column 110, and the connecting cavity and the shear block 232 are respectively arranged in the upper inner sleeve 220, and the H-shaped steel beam 120 is fixed on the upper outer sleeve 210.
[0024] In one embodiment of the present application, the second locking block includes a lower outer sleeve 240 and a lower inner sleeve 250, and the lower inner sleeve 250 and the lower outer sleeve 240 are respectively sleeved and fixed on the inner and outer sides of the lower square steel pipe column 110, and the locking head 260 is arranged at the top of the lower inner sleeve 250, and the H-shaped steel beam 120 is fixed on the lower outer sleeve 240.
[0025] In one embodiment of the present application, the bottom surface of the upper inner sleeve 220 is recessed to form a connecting portion 231, the cavity of the connecting portion 231 is the connecting cavity, the shear block 232 is rotatably connected to the four sides of the connecting portion 231, and extends into the connecting cavity through the through hole 233 on the peripheral surface of the connecting portion 231.
[0026] In one embodiment of the present application, a sub-gear 234 is coaxially connected to the shear block 232, and a gear switch is provided through the upper outer sleeve 210, the square steel pipe column 110 and the upper inner sleeve 220, and the sub-gear 234 is driven by the gear switch.
[0027] In one embodiment of the present application, the sub-gears 234 are connected to each other via a chain 235. A mother gear 236 is coaxially connected to one of the sub-gears 234, and the gear switch meshes with the mother gear 236. The chain 235 can synchronously drive the sub-gears 234, allowing the shear block 232 to rotate synchronously and insert into the fixing slot 261 of the locking head 260, ensuring symmetry of the internal vertical force around the center of the locking head 260 (the geometric center of the square steel pipe column 110).
[0028] In one embodiment of the present application, the sub-gear 234 is coaxially connected to the main gear 236 via a connecting tube 237 , and the height of the connecting tube 237 is greater than the height of the connecting portion 231 .
[0029] In one embodiment of the present application, the gear switch includes a rotating wheel 330, a connecting shaft 320 and a driving gear 310. The connecting shaft 320 passes through the upper outer sleeve 210 and the upper inner sleeve 220. The driving gear 310 is fixed to one end of the connecting shaft 320 and engages with the mother gear 236. The rotating wheel 330 is fixed to the other end of the connecting shaft 320 and is located outside the upper outer sleeve 210.
[0030] This device utilizes gear transmission to achieve internal vertical connections within the square steel pipe column 110, offering easy installation and a clear force transmission path. The dual internal and external vertical connections ensure reliable vertical force transmission within the node. The external vertical connection can be achieved via bolts, while the internal vertical connection utilizes gears to enable externally controlled assembly and disassembly of the sleeve. Both installation and disassembly are simple and easy to operate, improving construction efficiency.
[0031] In one embodiment of the present application, a reinforcement plate 400 is provided between the square steel pipe column 110 and the H-shaped steel beam 120. The ring plates of the upper outer sleeve 210 and the lower outer sleeve 240 serve to strengthen the connection, horizontally strengthening the connection between the H-shaped steel beam 120 and the square steel pipe column 110, and vertically strengthening the connection between the upper and lower square steel pipe columns 110, thereby enhancing the structural integrity.
[0032] The installation method of the gear transmission modular steel structure detachable node includes the following steps: The square steel pipe column 110, H-shaped steel beam 120, upper inner sleeve 220, lower inner sleeve 250, upper outer sleeve 210, lower outer sleeve 240, gear switch and shear block 232 are processed in the factory; In the factory, the mother gear 236, the sub-gear 234, and the shear block 232 are installed on the upper inner sleeve 220. The sub-gear 234 is then connected via the chain 235. Finally, the square steel pipe with the reserved holes is welded together to complete the upper inner sleeve 220. The locking head 260 is welded to the lower inner sleeve 250 to complete the lower inner sleeve 250. Weld the H-shaped steel beam 120 to the upper outer sleeve 210 and the lower outer sleeve 240, and then weld the reinforcement plate 400; place the upper inner sleeve 220 inside the upper square steel pipe column 110, and then insert the upper square steel pipe column 110 between the upper inner sleeve 220 and the upper outer sleeve 210, and then fix them with one-way bolts and tension bolts; Similarly, place the lower inner sleeve 250 inside the lower square steel pipe column 110, and then insert the lower square steel pipe column 110 between the lower inner sleeve 250 and the lower outer sleeve 240, and fix them with one-way bolts and tension bolts; Insert the external gear into the external gear sleeve, and then insert it into the reserved holes of the upper outer sleeve 210, the upper square steel pipe column 110, and the upper inner sleeve 220, and weld the external gear sleeve to the upper square steel pipe column 110 to complete the upper unit processing.
[0033] After the components are transported to the site, the lower module unit is fixed first, and then the upper unit is placed; the gear switch is put on the outer gear and rotated counterclockwise until it cannot rotate, and then the upper and lower connections are reinforced with high-strength bolts.
[0034] During installation, the docking planes of the upper inner sleeve 220 and the lower inner sleeve 250 do not coincide with the docking planes of the upper and lower square steel pipe columns 110. At the same time, the docking planes of the upper outer sleeve 210 and the lower outer sleeve 240 do not coincide with the docking planes of the upper and lower square steel pipe columns 110. The horizontal weak planes are vertically staggered, thereby enhancing the horizontal shear strength, stiffness and stability of the node.
[0035] If disassembly is necessary: first remove the vertical high-strength bolts, then put the gear switch on the outer gear and rotate it clockwise until it cannot rotate. You can use a crane to vertically pull up the upper module unit to complete the entire module disassembly.
[0036] According to one embodiment of the present application, the beneficial effects of using this gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node are: after the two node components are assembled, they can be locked together by simply turning a gear switch. This has the advantages of efficient and fast construction, reliable connection, clear force transmission path, environmental protection, and detachability. While ensuring connection reliability, it also provides ample construction workspace. All components can be manufactured in a factory, and installation and removal at the construction site only require high-strength bolts and gear switches, making the entire operation simple and efficient.
[0037] It should be noted that the above detailed description is exemplary and is intended to provide further explanation of the present application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs.
[0038] It should be noted that the terms used herein are intended only to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present application. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is intended to include the plural form. In addition, it should be understood that when the terms "comprise" and / or "include" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components and / or combinations thereof.
[0039] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," and the like in the specification and claims of this application and the accompanying drawings are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or precedence. It should be understood that the terms used in this manner are interchangeable where appropriate, such that the embodiments of the present application described herein can be implemented in an order other than that illustrated or described herein.
[0040] In addition, the terms "comprises" and "comprising" and any variations thereof are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or elements is not necessarily limited to those steps or elements expressly listed but may include other steps or elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, product, or apparatus.
[0041] For ease of description, spatially relative terms such as "above", "above", "on the upper surface of", "above", etc. may be used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature to other devices or features as shown in the figures. It should be understood that spatially relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientation described in the figures. For example, if the device in the drawings is inverted, the device described as "above other devices or structures" or "above other devices or structures" will be subsequently positioned as "below other devices or structures" or "below other devices or structures". Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below". The device can also be positioned in other different ways, such as rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations, and the spatially relative descriptions used herein are interpreted accordingly.
[0042] In the above detailed description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof. In the drawings, similar symbols typically identify similar components, unless the context dictates otherwise. The illustrated embodiments described in the detailed description, drawings, and claims are not meant to be limiting. Other embodiments may be used, and other changes may be made, without departing from the spirit or scope of the subject matter presented herein.
[0043] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that various modifications and variations of the present invention are possible. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node, comprising two interconnected node assemblies, each comprising a square steel column and an H-shaped steel beam, wherein the H-shaped steel beam is mounted at a 90-degree angle to the connecting end of the square steel column, characterized in that: The connecting ends of the square steel pipe columns of the two mutually connected node assemblies are connected by a locking mechanism.
2. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking mechanism includes a first locking block and a second locking block. A connecting cavity is provided at the bottom of the first locking block, and a plurality of anti-shear blocks are provided in the connecting cavity. A locking head is provided on the second locking block. A fixing groove matching the anti-shear block is provided on the circumference of the locking head. The anti-shear block is inserted into the fixing groove for fixing by a driving device.
3. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first locking block includes an upper outer sleeve and an upper inner sleeve, the upper inner sleeve and the upper outer sleeve are respectively sleeved and fixed to the inner and outer sides of the upper square steel pipe column, the connecting cavity and the shear block are respectively arranged in the upper inner sleeve, and the H-shaped steel beam is fixed on the upper outer sleeve.
4. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second locking block includes a lower outer sleeve and a lower inner sleeve. The lower inner sleeve and the lower outer sleeve are respectively mounted and fixed to the inner and outer sides of the lower square steel pipe column. The locking head is arranged at the top end of the lower inner sleeve. The H-shaped steel beam is fixed on the lower outer sleeve.
5. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 4, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the upper inner sleeve is recessed to form a connecting portion, the cavity of the connecting portion is the connecting cavity, the anti-shear block is rotatably connected to the periphery of the connecting portion and extends into the connecting cavity through the through hole on the peripheral surface of the connecting portion.
6. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 5, characterized in that: A sub-gear is coaxially connected to the shear block and passes through the upper outer sleeve, the upper square steel pipe column and the upper inner sleeve. The sub-gear is driven by the gear switch.
7. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 6, characterized in that: The sub-gears are connected to each other through a chain transmission, wherein one of the sub-gears is coaxially connected to a mother gear, and the gear switch is meshed with the mother gear.
8. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 7, characterized in that: The sub-gear is coaxially connected to the mother gear through a connecting cylinder, and the height of the connecting cylinder is greater than the height of the connecting portion.
9. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to claim 7, characterized in that: The gear switch includes a rotating wheel, a connecting shaft and a driving gear. The connecting shaft passes through the upper outer sleeve, the upper square steel pipe column and the upper inner sleeve. The driving gear is fixed to one end of the connecting shaft and meshes with the mother gear. The rotating wheel is fixed to the other end of the connecting shaft and is located outside the upper outer sleeve.
10. The gear-driven modular steel structure detachable node according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: A reinforcement plate is provided between the square steel tube column and the H-shaped steel beam.