Upright-column-free elliptical high-transmittance curtain wall system

By using steel beams and horizontal exposed frame components with a column-free design to support the glass panels, the problem of traditional elliptical curtain walls being blocked by columns is solved, achieving a smooth visual connection between the interior and exterior environments of the building. This is suitable for high-end commercial complexes and scenic buildings.

CN120844729APending Publication Date: 2025-10-28SUZHOU GOLD MANTIS CURTAIN WALL CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202511145739.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-08-15
Publication Date
2025-10-28

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Technical Problem

Traditional elliptical arched curtain wall structures suffer from obstructed views due to columns, affecting spatial transparency and failing to meet the demands of modern architectural design for a sense of openness and expansive views.

Method used

The design adopts a column-free approach, using steel beams, horizontal exposed frame components, and connecting steel parts to support the glass panels, eliminating traditional columns and ensuring connection stability and sealing through flexible pads and sealant.

Benefits of technology

It greatly reduces visual obstruction, achieves a smooth visual connection between the interior and exterior environments of the building, and meets the needs of modern architecture for transparency and open views.

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Abstract

The invention discloses a stand-column-free oval high-transmittance curtain wall system, and relates to the technical field of building curtain walls, the stand-column-free oval high-transmittance curtain wall system comprises a steel cross beam, a glass panel, a transverse exposed frame assembly, a first connecting steel part and a first switching steel part; the steel cross beam is T-shaped and is provided with a vertical part and a horizontal part, the bottoms of the glass panels are fixedly connected to the upper side of the horizontal part of the steel cross beam, and the tops of the adjacent glass panels are fixedly connected to the lower side of the horizontal part of the steel cross beam; according to the scheme, a traditional stand column is omitted, supporting and fixing of the glass panel are achieved through the structures such as the steel cross beam and the transverse exposed frame assembly, blocking of sight is greatly reduced, visual connection between the interior of a building and the external environment is smoother, and the visual effect of the building is improved. The core requirements for transparency and wide visual field in modern building design are met, and the transparent glass is particularly suitable for high-end commercial complexes, viewing buildings or culture venues and other scenes with the high requirement for building appearance transparency.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system, belonging to the field of building curtain wall technology. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of building curtain walls, traditional elliptical curtain wall structures often rely on columns as the main supporting components. These columns tend to obstruct the view to some extent, becoming a key factor affecting the transparency of the space. Especially in scenarios where the transparency of the building's appearance is highly demanding, such as high-end commercial complexes, scenic buildings, or cultural venues, the presence of columns can significantly disrupt the overall visual continuity, causing a break in the visual connection between the building's interior and exterior environments, making it difficult to meet the core requirements of modern architectural design for transparency and open views. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the aforementioned technical problems, the objective of this invention is to propose a column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system.

[0004] The technical solution of the present invention is implemented as follows: a column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system, comprising steel beams, glass panels, horizontal exposed frame components, first connecting steel parts and first transition steel parts;

[0005] The steel beam is T-shaped, with a vertical part and a horizontal part. The bottom of the glass panel is connected and fixed to the upper side of the horizontal part of the steel beam, and the top of the adjacent glass panel is connected and fixed to the lower side of the horizontal part of the steel beam. The horizontal frame assembly is fixed to the front end of the horizontal part of the steel beam by countersunk screws, and the upper and lower ends of the horizontal frame assembly are respectively sealed to the adjacent glass panel.

[0006] The first connecting steel member is fixed to the rear side of the vertical part of the steel beam, and the rear side of the first connecting steel member is connected to the first transition steel member. The first transition steel member is fixed to the main building structure.

[0007] Preferably, the transverse exposed frame assembly includes a stainless steel cover plate and an exposed frame steel plate. The stainless steel cover plate is U-shaped and has bending structures at both ends. The exposed frame steel plate is fixed inside the stainless steel cover plate with double-sided adhesive and forms a whole.

[0008] Preferably, the two ends of the stainless steel cover plate are bonded and fixed to the upper and lower adjacent glass panels respectively by silicone sealant, and a first rubber pad is provided between the exposed frame steel plate and the upper and lower adjacent glass panels.

[0009] Preferably, the adjacent glass panels are bonded to the horizontal part of the steel beam with structural adhesive, and a flexible pad is provided at the connection position between the bottom of the glass panel and the horizontal part of the steel beam.

[0010] Preferably, a second rubber pad is provided between the vertical part of the steel beam and the adjacent glass panels above and below, and the outer side of the second rubber pad is coated with sealant.

[0011] Preferably, the first connecting steel member has multiple horizontal elongated holes, and an adjusting bolt is inserted into each horizontal elongated hole. The first connecting steel member and the first adapter steel member are connected through the horizontal elongated holes and the adjusting bolts.

[0012] Due to the application of the above technical solution, the present invention has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0013] This invention discloses a column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system that eliminates traditional columns. The glass panels are supported and fixed through steel beams, horizontal exposed frame components, and other structures, which greatly reduces obstruction of the view and makes the visual connection between the interior and exterior environments of the building smoother. It meets the core requirements of modern architectural design for transparency and open views, and is especially suitable for high-end commercial complexes, scenic buildings, or cultural venues where high transparency of the building appearance is required. Attached Figure Description

[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments of the present invention will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the content of the embodiments of the present invention and these drawings without creative effort.

[0015] Appendix Figure 1 This is a vertical section detail of a column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system according to the present invention.

[0016] Appendix Figure 2 For attachment Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0017] Appendix Figure 3 For attachment Figure 1 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0018] Appendix Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the steel beam structure described in this invention;

[0019] Appendix Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the horizontal frame assembly described in this invention.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Steel beam; 11. Vertical section; 12. Horizontal section; 2. Glass panel; 3. First connecting steel component; 31. Horizontal elongated hole; 32. Adjusting bolt; 4. First transition steel component; 5. Countersunk machine screw; 6. Main building structure; 7. Horizontal exposed frame assembly; 71. Stainless steel cover plate; 711. Bending structure; 72. Exposed frame steel plate; 8. Silicone sealant; 9. First rubber pad; 10. Flexible pad; 15. Second rubber pad. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the technical problems solved by the present invention, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "straight," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The terms "first position" and "second position" refer to two different positions.

[0023] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections or detachable connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0024] As attached Figure 1-3 As shown, the column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system of the present invention aims to solve the problems of visual obstruction and insufficient transparency caused by the presence of columns in traditional elliptical arc curtain walls. It includes a steel beam 1, a glass panel 2, a horizontal exposed frame assembly 7, a first connecting steel member 3, and a first transition steel member 4.

[0025] As attached Figure 1-4As shown, the steel beam 1 is T-shaped and has a vertical part 11 and a horizontal part 12. The bottom of the glass panel 2 is connected and fixed to the upper side of the horizontal part 12 of the steel beam 1, and the top of the adjacent glass panel 2 is connected and fixed to the lower side of the horizontal part 12 of the steel beam 1. Specifically, the upper and lower adjacent glass panels 2 are bonded to the horizontal part 12 of the steel beam 1 with structural adhesive, and a flexible pad 10 is provided at the connection position between the bottom of the glass panel 2 and the horizontal part 12 of the steel beam 1. The flexible pad 10 can effectively buffer the force between the glass panel 2 and the steel beam 1, and reduce the damage to the connection structure caused by vibration and other factors.

[0026] Furthermore, a second rubber pad 15 is provided between the vertical part 11 of the steel beam 1 and the adjacent glass panels 2 above and below. The outer side of the second rubber pad 15 is coated with sealant, which can further enhance the stability of the connection and ensure the airtightness of the curtain wall to prevent rainwater and other substances from seeping in.

[0027] As attached Figure 2 , 5 As shown, the horizontal exposed frame assembly 7 is fixed to the front end of the horizontal part 12 of the steel beam 1 by countersunk screws 5. The upper and lower ends of the horizontal exposed frame assembly 7 are respectively sealed to the adjacent glass panel 2, which can not only ensure the stable fixation of the glass panel 2, but also ensure the waterproof effect. The vertical splicing seam of the glass panel 2 can be sealed with silicone sealant 8 to better absorb the deviation of glass deformation and enhance the waterproof performance of the facade, thus forming a curtain wall structure with horizontal exposure and vertical concealment.

[0028] Specifically, the horizontal exposed frame assembly 7 includes a stainless steel cover plate 71 and an exposed frame steel plate 72. The stainless steel cover plate 71 is U-shaped and has bending structures 711 at both ends. The exposed frame steel plate 72 is fixed inside the stainless steel cover plate 71 with double-sided adhesive and forms a whole. The overall structure is easy to install on site and can improve installation efficiency.

[0029] Furthermore, the two ends of the stainless steel cover plate 71 are bonded and fixed to the upper and lower adjacent glass panels 2 respectively by silicone sealant 8. A first rubber pad 9 is provided between the exposed frame steel plate 72 and the upper and lower adjacent glass panels 2. The first rubber pad 9 can prevent the exposed frame steel plate 72 from directly contacting the glass panel 2 and causing friction damage. The silicone sealant 8 can ensure the sealing performance between the transverse exposed frame assembly 7 and the glass panel 2.

[0030] The first connecting steel member 3 is connected and fixed to the rear side of the vertical part 11 of the steel beam 1. Specifically, it can be fixed by welding or corner brackets. The rear side of the first connecting steel member 3 is connected to the first transition steel member 4. The first transition steel member 4 is connected and fixed to the building body 6, thus realizing the installation of the curtain wall structure onto the building body 6.

[0031] As attached Figure 1 ,3 As shown, the first connecting steel member 3 is further provided with multiple horizontal elongated holes 31, and an adjusting bolt 32 is inserted into each horizontal elongated hole 31. The first connecting steel member 3 and the first transition steel member 4 cooperate through the horizontal elongated holes 31 and the adjusting bolts 32. By adjusting the position of the adjusting bolts 32 in the horizontal elongated holes 31, the steel beam 1 can be finely adjusted in the horizontal direction, which facilitates the installation and calibration of the curtain wall system and ensures the accuracy and stability of the entire curtain wall system.

[0032] In summary, this invention eliminates the traditional columns and uses steel beams 1 and horizontal frame components 7 to support and fix the glass panel 2, greatly reducing obstruction of the view and making the visual connection between the interior and exterior environments smoother. It meets the core requirements of modern architectural design for transparency and open views, and is especially suitable for high-end commercial complexes, scenic buildings, or cultural venues where high transparency of the building appearance is required.

[0033] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of the present invention. Their purpose is to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of the present invention and implement it. They should not be used to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. All equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit and essence of the present invention should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system, characterized in that: It includes a steel beam (1), a glass panel (2), a transverse frame assembly (7), a first connecting steel member (3), and a first transition steel member (4); The steel beam (1) is T-shaped and has a vertical part (11) and a horizontal part (12). The bottom of the glass panel (2) is connected and fixed to the upper side of the horizontal part (12) of the steel beam (1), and the top of the adjacent glass panel (2) is connected and fixed to the lower side of the horizontal part (12) of the steel beam (1). The transverse frame assembly (7) is fixed to the front end of the horizontal part (12) of the steel beam (1) by countersunk screws (5). The upper and lower ends of the transverse frame assembly (7) are respectively sealed and connected to the adjacent glass panel (2). The first connecting steel part (3) is connected and fixed to the rear side of the vertical part (11) of the steel beam (1). The rear side of the first connecting steel part (3) is connected to the first transition steel part (4). The first transition steel part (4) is connected and fixed to the main body of the building (6).

2. The column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transverse exposed frame assembly (7) includes a stainless steel cover plate (71) and an exposed frame steel plate (72). The stainless steel cover plate (71) is U-shaped and has bending structures (711) at both ends. The exposed frame steel plate (72) is fixed inside the stainless steel cover plate (71) with double-sided adhesive and forms a whole.

3. The column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The two ends of the stainless steel cover plate (71) are bonded and fixed to the upper and lower adjacent glass panels (2) respectively by silicone sealant (8), and a first rubber pad (9) is provided between the exposed frame steel plate (72) and the upper and lower adjacent glass panels (2).

4. The column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The glass panels (2) that are adjacent to each other are bonded to the horizontal part (12) of the steel beam (1) with structural adhesive, and a flexible pad (10) is provided at the connection position between the bottom of the glass panel (2) and the horizontal part (12) of the steel beam (1).

5. The column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second rubber pad (15) is provided between the vertical part (11) of the steel beam (1) and the adjacent glass panels (2) above and below, and the outer side of the second rubber pad (15) is coated with sealant.

6. The column-free elliptical high-transparency curtain wall system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connecting steel part (3) has multiple horizontal elongated holes (31), and each horizontal elongated hole (31) is fitted with an adjusting bolt (32). The first connecting steel part (3) and the first adapter steel part (4) are connected through the horizontal elongated holes (31) and the adjusting bolts (32).