Sound insulation window structure

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of sound insulation windows, in particular to a sound insulation window structure which comprises an outer frame and a plurality of window sashes installed on the outer frame, and each window sash comprises a fixed frame installed on the outer frame and located on the side, close to the indoor space, of a window. The fixed frame comprises a second wooden frame, a steel partition plate and a third wooden frame, the second wooden frame, the steel partition plate and the third wooden frame are sequentially connected, the ends of the second wooden frame, the steel partition plate and the third wooden frame are fixedly connected to the outer frame, and the third wooden frame is located on the side close to the outdoor. The aluminum frame is fixedly connected to the third wooden frame, and a sound insulation layer is arranged in the aluminum frame; and the end part of the composite glass layer is connected to the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame. The technical problem that a frame part in an existing sound insulation window is poor in sound insulation effect is solved, and the sound insulation effect of the whole sound insulation window is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of sound insulation windows, and in particular to a sound insulation window structure. Background Art

[0002] Common soundproof windows currently on the market generally utilize a single frame structure, securely fastened to the window opening via various hardware. To achieve excellent sound insulation, designers meticulously install multiple layers of glass within the frame, hoping this multi-layered structure effectively blocks incoming noise. However, in practice, to ensure overall structural stability and safety, this multi-layered glass design necessitates a corresponding increase in the frame's size and thickness, improving its overall load-bearing capacity and strength. Unfortunately, this increased frame size also occupies more space, which in turn weakens the sound insulation at the frame's location. This localized degradation in sound insulation ultimately negatively impacts the overall soundproofing performance of the window system, significantly compromising the desired sound insulation and preventing it from fully meeting the expected sound insulation standards. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the related art. To this end, the present invention provides a soundproof window structure that solves the technical problem of poor sound insulation performance of the frame portion of the existing soundproof window and improves the sound insulation performance of the entire soundproof window.

[0004] The present invention provides a soundproof window structure, comprising an outer frame and a plurality of window sashes mounted on the outer frame, wherein the window sashes comprise: a fixed frame, the fixed frame being mounted on the outer frame and being located on a side of the window close to the interior of the room, the fixed frame comprising a second wooden frame, a steel partition, and a third wooden frame, the second wooden frame, the steel partition, and the third wooden frame being sequentially connected and their ends being fixedly connected to the outer frame, and the third wooden frame being located on a side close to the exterior of the room; an aluminum frame, the aluminum frame being fixedly connected to the third wooden frame, and a sound insulation layer being provided in the aluminum frame; A composite glass layer, ends of which are connected to the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame.

[0005] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that the composite glass layer is fixedly connected to the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame; The window sash also includes a first wooden frame connected to the composite glass layer and the second wooden frame, the second wooden frame is formed with a first step portion near the side of the composite glass layer, the first wooden frame is formed with a second step portion at a position corresponding to the first step portion, the first step portion and the second step portion are connected, and a first sealant layer is provided between the fixed frame, the aluminum frame, the first wooden frame and the composite glass layer.

[0006] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that a first connection port is opened on the first wooden frame near the side of the composite glass layer, a first clamping piece is provided at the first connection port, and the composite glass layer abuts against the first clamping piece.

[0007] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that the aluminum frame is provided with a second connection port near the side of the composite glass layer, a second clamping piece is provided at the second connection port, and the composite glass layer abuts against the second clamping piece.

[0008] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that a card joint is connected to the third wooden frame, and a card groove is provided on the aluminum frame at a position corresponding to the card joint, and the card joint is clamped in the card groove.

[0009] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that a composite damping adhesive layer is provided between the steel partition plate and the third wooden frame, and the length of the steel partition plate is shorter than that of the third wooden frame.

[0010] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that the composite glass layer is rotatably connected to the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame; The window sash also includes a fourth wooden frame, a steel plate layer, a fifth wooden frame and an auxiliary aluminum part connected in sequence, the auxiliary aluminum part corresponds to the aluminum frame, the composite glass layer is fixedly connected to the fourth wooden frame, the steel plate layer, the fifth wooden frame and the auxiliary aluminum part, one side of the fourth wooden frame is rotatably connected to the second wooden frame and the other side is connected to the corresponding second wooden frame through a locking part, and a second sealant layer is provided between the composite glass layer and the fourth wooden frame, the steel plate layer, the fifth wooden frame and the auxiliary aluminum part.

[0011] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that a screen window mounting piece is provided on the side of the aluminum frame close to the outside of the room and at a position corresponding to the auxiliary aluminum piece, and a screen window is mounted on the screen window mounting piece.

[0012] A further improvement of the soundproof window structure of the present invention is that a third step portion is formed at a position of the second wooden frame corresponding to the fourth wooden frame, a edging is formed at a position of the fourth wooden frame corresponding to the third step portion, the locking piece is arranged on the third step portion, and the edging abuts against the side of the second wooden frame corresponding to the interior of the room.

[0013] A further improvement of the sound insulation window structure of the present invention is that the sound insulation layer is made of rock wool material.

[0014] The present invention improves the installation stability of the composite glass layer by providing a fixed frame and an aluminum frame. The fixed frame and aluminum frame ensure the stability and durability of the overall structure. A highly efficient sound insulation layer is provided within the aluminum frame to enhance the overall sound insulation effect. By optimizing the combination of glass layers, the composite glass layer significantly improves the sound insulation effect at the glass location. The provision of a first sealant layer ensures a tight connection between the window sash and the fixed frame, effectively preventing sound and air leakage. This not only improves the sound insulation effect, but also enhances the sealing and airtightness of the window. This soundproof window structure also possesses high strength and stability.

[0015] The present invention uses the fixed frame and the aluminum frame as a mass layer to block sound waves, and the foam or rock wool material filled inside the fixed frame and the aluminum frame and at the edge sealing position as a damping layer to dissipate vibration. Based on the existing sound insulation glass configuration, the present invention improves the sound insulation of the frame part, especially the isolation of medium and low frequency noise.

[0016] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows and, in part, will be obvious from the description which follows, or may be learned by practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present invention or 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 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.

[0018] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of a sound insulation window structure provided by the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Schematic cross-sectional view at AA in the middle.

[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Schematic cross-sectional view at the middle BB.

[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Schematic cross-sectional view at CC in the middle.

[0022] Reference numerals: 1. Outer frame; 2. Fixed sash; 3. Rotating sash; 21. First wooden frame; 22. Second wooden frame; 23. Third wooden frame; 24. Steel partition; 25. Composite damping adhesive layer; 26. Aluminum frame; 27. First sealant layer; 261. Sound insulation layer; 262. Snap joint; 263. Second snap joint; 264. Sound insulation damping adhesive; 211. First snap joint; 31. Fourth wooden frame; 311. Sixth snap joint; 312. Fourth snap joint; 313. Fifth snap joint; 32. Fifth wooden frame; 33. Steel plate layer; 34. Third snap joint; 35. Second sealant layer; 36. Auxiliary aluminum part; 361. Seventh snap joint; 37. Screen mounting part; 38. Screen; 4. Composite glass layer; 5. Locking part. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] To make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0024] The following combination Figure 1 The present invention describes a soundproof window structure, which includes an outer frame 1 and several window sashes installed on the outer frame 1. The window sashes include: a fixed frame, which is installed on the outer frame 1 and is located on the side of the window close to the indoor environment. The fixed frame includes a second wooden frame 22, a steel partition 24, and a third wooden frame 23. The second wooden frame 22, the steel partition 24, and the third wooden frame 23 are connected in sequence and their ends are fixedly connected to the outer frame 1. The third wooden frame 23 is located on the side close to the outdoor environment; an aluminum frame 26, which is fixedly connected to the third wooden frame 23. A sound insulation layer 261 is provided in the aluminum frame 26; and a composite glass layer 4, the ends of the composite glass layer 4 are connected to the second wooden frame 22, the third wooden frame 23, and the aluminum frame 26.

[0025] Preferably, the composite glass layer 4 can be fixedly connected to the second wooden frame 22 or rotatably connected to the second wooden frame 22 , and can be flexibly arranged according to user needs.

[0026] Preferably, the composite glass layer 4 is a 9-layer composite structure, which is divided into an outer interlayer, an intermediate interlayer, a hollow layer and an inner interlayer. The 9-layer composite structure is, in order, 5mm thick outer glass, 2.28mm thick PVB film, 8mm thick intermediate transition glass, 1.52mm conventional PVB film, 6mm thick hollow layer outer glass, 20mm air layer (including 4mm spacer), 6mm thick hollow layer inner glass, 1.52mm conventional PVB film, and 6mm thick inner glass; among them, the 2.28mm thick PVB film is used to enhance impact resistance and ballistic resistance, the 1.52mm conventional PVB film is used for auxiliary bonding and sound insulation, and the air layer is used for thermal insulation and sound insulation.

[0027] Preferably, the installation stability of the composite glass layer 4 is improved by providing a fixed frame and aluminum frame 26. The fixed frame and aluminum frame 26 ensure the stability and durability of the overall structure. A highly efficient sound insulation layer 261 is provided within the aluminum frame 26 to enhance the overall sound insulation effect. By optimizing the combination of the glass layers, the composite glass layer 4 significantly improves the sound insulation effect at the glass location.

[0028] In a preferred embodiment of a sound insulation window structure of the present invention, Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the composite glass layer 4 is fixedly connected to the second wooden frame 22, the third wooden frame 23 and the aluminum frame 26; the window sash also includes a first wooden frame 21 connected to the composite glass layer 4 and the second wooden frame 22, the second wooden frame 22 is formed with a first step portion near the side of the composite glass layer 4, and the first wooden frame 21 is formed with a second step portion at a position corresponding to the first step portion, the first step portion and the second step portion are connected, and a first sealant layer 27 is provided between the fixed frame, the aluminum frame 26, the first wooden frame 21 and the composite glass layer 4.

[0029] Preferably, the first sealant layer 27 is made of neutral silicone sealant. The provision of the first sealant layer 27 ensures a tight connection between the window sash and the fixed frame, effectively preventing the leakage of sound and air, which not only improves the sound insulation effect, but also enhances the sealing and airtightness of the window.

[0030] Preferably, the first step portion and the second step portion are used to increase the connection stability and sealing performance of the first wooden frame 21 and the second wooden frame 22 .

[0031] Specifically, if Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, a first connection port is provided at a position of the first wooden frame 21 near the side surface of the composite glass layer 4, and a first clamping member 211 is provided at the first connection port, and the composite glass layer 4 abuts against the first clamping member 211; the first clamping member 211 includes a first hook inserted into the first connection port and a first clamping edge connected to the first hook, and the surface of the first clamping edge corresponding to the composite glass layer 4 is serrated, which increases the friction between the composite glass layer 4 and the composite glass layer 4, thereby improving the connection stability between the composite glass layer 4 and the fixed frame.

[0032] Preferably, EPDM foam glue is filled between the first card edge and the composite glass layer 4 for sealing.

[0033] Furthermore, a second connection port is formed on the aluminum frame 26 near the side surface of the composite glass layer 4 . A second clamping member 263 is provided at the second connection port, and the composite glass layer 4 abuts against the second clamping member 263 .

[0034] Specifically, the second clamping member 263 includes a second clamping head clamped at the second connection port, a second clamping strip abutting between the aluminum frame 26 and the composite glass layer 4, and a second buffer edge. The second buffer edge is used to compensate for the gap between the thickness of the composite glass layer 4 and the aluminum frame 26, thereby improving the connection stability between the composite glass layer 4 and the aluminum frame 26.

[0035] Preferably, EPDM foam is filled between the second buffer edge and the composite glass layer 4 for sealing.

[0036] Furthermore, a snap joint 262 is connected to the third wooden frame 23, and a snap groove is provided on the aluminum frame 26 at a position corresponding to the snap joint 262. The snap joint 262 is clamped in the snap groove. Through the cooperation of the snap joint 262 and the snap groove, the third wooden frame 23 and the aluminum frame 26 are quickly connected, which facilitates installation and disassembly and improves the stability of the connection.

[0037] Furthermore, a composite damping adhesive layer 25 is provided between the steel partition 24 and the third wooden frame 23. The length of the steel partition 24 is shorter than that of the third wooden frame 23, and a first sealant layer 27 partially extends into the gap between the second and third wooden frames 22, 23. The composite damping adhesive layer 25 has excellent damping properties, effectively absorbing and isolating sound, further enhancing the soundproofing effect of the soundproof window. The steel partition 24 is shorter than the third wooden frame 23, allowing for sufficient movement during installation, allowing for minor dimensional variations under varying installation conditions and facilitating installation and adjustment. The first sealant layer 27 partially extends into the gap between the second and third wooden frames 22, 23, enhancing the overall sealing performance of the soundproof window, effectively preventing air and sound leakage and further enhancing the soundproofing effect.

[0038] Preferably, the side of the aluminum frame 26 close to the third wooden frame 23 is coated with sound insulation and damping glue 264, which increases the sealing and sound insulation effect between the aluminum frame 26 and the third wooden frame 23, effectively blocking the transmission of external noise.

[0039] In another preferred embodiment, Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the composite glass layer 4 is rotatably connected to the second wooden frame 22, the third wooden frame 23 and the aluminum frame 26; the window sash also includes a fourth wooden frame 31, a steel plate layer 33, a fifth wooden frame 32 and an auxiliary aluminum part 36 connected in sequence, the auxiliary aluminum part 36 corresponds to the aluminum frame 26, the composite glass layer 4 is fixedly connected to the fourth wooden frame 31, the steel plate layer 33, the fifth wooden frame 32 and the auxiliary aluminum part 36, one side of the fourth wooden frame 31 is rotatably connected to the second wooden frame 22 and the other side is connected to the corresponding second wooden frame 22 through a locking member 5, and a second sealant layer 35 is provided between the composite glass layer 4 and the fourth wooden frame 31, the steel plate layer 33, the fifth wooden frame 32 and the auxiliary aluminum part 36.

[0040] Preferably, the locking member 5 is a lock tongue provided on the second wooden frame 22 and a lock buckle provided on the fourth wooden frame 31, which is connected to the lock tongue through the lock buckle to connect the composite glass layer 4 and the second wooden frame 22. When indoor ventilation is required, the lock buckle and the lock tongue can be disconnected to facilitate the rotation of the window sash 3.

[0041] Specifically, a third step is formed on the second wooden frame 22 at a position corresponding to the fourth wooden frame 31, and a rim is formed on the fourth wooden frame 31 at a position corresponding to the third step. The locking member 5 is positioned on the third step, and the rim abuts the side of the second wooden frame 22 facing the interior, enhancing the structural stability of the window sash and improving sound insulation. The third step ensures a secure installation of the locking member 5, while the rim of the fourth wooden frame 31 effectively prevents the infiltration of air and noise. When the lock catch and the lock tongue are tightly engaged, the rim abuts the interior side of the second wooden frame 22, forming a sealed, soundproof space.

[0042] Preferably, the fourth wooden frame 31 is provided with a third connection port and a fourth connection port at a position corresponding to the third step portion, the third connection port is provided with a fourth clip 312, and EPDM foam is filled between the fourth clip 312 and the third step portion for sealing, and the fourth connection port is provided with a fifth clip 313, and EPDM foam is filled between the fourth clip 312 and the third step portion for sealing.

[0043] Preferably, the fourth clamping member 312 includes a fourth clamping head and a fourth clamping edge clamped at the third connecting port, the fifth clamping member 313 includes a fifth clamping head and a fifth clamping edge clamped at the fourth connecting port, and the locking member 5 is located between the fourth clamping edge and the fifth clamping edge of the fourth wooden frame 31.

[0044] Preferably, a composite glue layer is provided between the steel plate layer 33 and the fifth wooden frame 32, a mortise joint is provided on the top of the fifth wooden frame 32, a mortise groove is provided at the position of the auxiliary aluminum part 36 corresponding to the mortise joint, the mortise joint is clamped in the mortise groove, a seventh clip 361 is provided at the position of the auxiliary aluminum part 36 corresponding to the composite glass layer 4, the structure of the seventh clip 361 is the same as that of the second clip 263, a sixth clip 311 is provided at the position of the fourth wooden frame 31 corresponding to the composite glass layer 4, the structure of the sixth clip 311 is the same as that of the first clip 211, and the composite glass layer 4 abuts against the seventh clip 361 and the sixth clip 311.

[0045] Furthermore, the aluminum frames 26 of the two window sashes are provided with screen mounting parts 37 on the sides close to the outdoors, and screen mounting parts 37 are installed with screens 38. When the window sashes are opened, the screens 38 can be used for protection, which not only ensures indoor ventilation, but also effectively prevents the entry of small creatures such as mosquitoes, thereby improving the comfort of the living environment.

[0046] Preferably, the sound insulation layer 261 is made of rock wool material.

[0047] Preferably, the side of the auxiliary aluminum member 36 close to the fifth wooden frame 32 is coated with sound insulation and damping glue.

[0048] In a specific embodiment, two window sashes are provided inside the outer frame 1 , the composite glass layer of one window sash is fixedly arranged to serve as a fixed window sash 2 , and the composite glass layer of the other window sash is rotatably arranged to serve as a rotating window sash 3 ; The steps for installing the fixed window sash 2 are as follows: the fixed frame is installed on the outer frame, the fixed frame is located on the side of the window close to the interior, the aluminum frame is fixedly connected to the third wooden frame, the first wooden frame is connected to the second wooden frame, the first clamping piece is connected to the first connecting port, the second clamping piece is connected to the second connecting port, the composite glass layer is installed on the first wooden frame, the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame, a first sealant layer is provided between the fixed frame, the aluminum frame, the first wooden frame and the composite glass layer, EPDM foam glue is filled between the first clamping edge and the composite glass layer for sealing, and EPDM foam glue is filled between the second buffer edge of the second clamping piece and the composite glass layer for sealing; The steps for installing the rotating window sash 3 are as follows: the fixed frame is installed on the outer frame, the fixed frame is located on the side of the window close to the interior, and the aluminum frame is fixedly connected to the third wooden frame; The fourth wooden frame, the steel plate layer, the fifth wooden frame and the auxiliary aluminum parts are connected in sequence, the seventh clip 361 is connected to the auxiliary aluminum part 36, the sixth clip 311 is connected to the fourth wooden frame 31, the composite glass layer is installed on the fourth wooden frame, the steel plate layer, the fifth wooden frame and the auxiliary aluminum parts, and a second sealant layer is set between the composite glass layer and the fourth wooden frame, the steel plate layer, the fifth wooden frame and the auxiliary aluminum parts; a third clip 34 is set between the second wooden frame, the steel partition and the third wooden frame, and a fourth clip 312 and a fifth clip 313 are set on the fourth wooden frame. One side of the fourth wooden frame is rotatably connected to the second wooden frame and the other side is connected to the corresponding second wooden frame through a locking member. The auxiliary aluminum parts correspond to the aluminum frame. EPDM foam glue is filled at the positions of the seventh clip 361, the sixth clip 311, the fourth clip 312 and the fifth clip 313 for sealing; the screen mounting member is installed on the side of the aluminum frame close to the outdoors, and the screen is installed on the screen mounting member.

[0049] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sound insulation window structure, characterized in that: The invention comprises an outer frame and a plurality of window sashes mounted on the outer frame, wherein the window sashes comprise: a fixed frame, the fixed frame being mounted on the outer frame and being located on a side of the window close to the interior of the room, the fixed frame comprising a second wooden frame, a steel partition, and a third wooden frame, the second wooden frame, the steel partition, and the third wooden frame being sequentially connected and their ends being fixedly connected to the outer frame, and the third wooden frame being located on a side close to the exterior of the room; an aluminum frame, the aluminum frame being fixedly connected to the third wooden frame, and a sound insulation layer being provided in the aluminum frame; A composite glass layer, ends of which are connected to the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame.

2. A sound insulation window structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The composite glass layer is fixedly connected to the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame; The window sash also includes a first wooden frame connected to the composite glass layer and the second wooden frame, the second wooden frame is formed with a first step portion near the side of the composite glass layer, the first wooden frame is formed with a second step portion at a position corresponding to the first step portion, the first step portion and the second step portion are connected, and a first sealant layer is provided between the fixed frame, the aluminum frame, the first wooden frame and the composite glass layer.

3. A sound insulation window structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first connection port is formed on the first wooden frame at a position close to a side surface of the composite glass layer. A first clamping piece is provided at the first connection port, and the composite glass layer abuts against the first clamping piece.

4. The sound insulation window structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The aluminum frame is provided with a second connection port at a position close to the side surface of the composite glass layer. A second clamping piece is provided at the second connection port, and the composite glass layer abuts against the second clamping piece.

5. The sound insulation window structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The third wooden frame is connected with a card joint, and the aluminum frame is provided with a card groove at a position corresponding to the card joint, and the card joint is clamped in the card groove.

6. The sound insulation window structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A composite damping adhesive layer is provided between the steel partition and the third wooden frame, and the length of the steel partition is shorter than that of the third wooden frame.

7. The sound insulation window structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The composite glass layer is rotatably connected to the second wooden frame, the third wooden frame and the aluminum frame; The window sash also includes a fourth wooden frame, a steel plate layer, a fifth wooden frame and an auxiliary aluminum part connected in sequence, the auxiliary aluminum part corresponds to the aluminum frame, the composite glass layer is fixedly connected to the fourth wooden frame, the steel plate layer, the fifth wooden frame and the auxiliary aluminum part, one side of the fourth wooden frame is rotatably connected to the second wooden frame and the other side is connected to the corresponding second wooden frame through a locking part, and a second sealant layer is provided between the composite glass layer and the fourth wooden frame, the steel plate layer, the fifth wooden frame and the auxiliary aluminum part.

8. The sound insulation window structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: A screen window mounting piece is provided on the side of the aluminum frame close to the outside of the room and at a position corresponding to the auxiliary aluminum piece, and a screen window is mounted on the screen window mounting piece.

9. The sound insulation window structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second wooden frame is formed with a third step portion at a position corresponding to the fourth wooden frame, and the fourth wooden frame is formed with an edge portion at a position corresponding to the third step portion. The locking piece is arranged on the third step portion, and the edge portion abuts against the side surface of the second wooden frame corresponding to the interior of the room.

10. The sound insulation window structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sound insulation layer is made of rock wool material.

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