Prefabricated building steel structure connecting joint
By using a rigid support surface that combines a clamping frame with connecting bolts and a double-spring self-locking mechanism in the connection nodes of prefabricated steel structures, the problems of difficult installation and positioning and insufficient anti-loosening performance are solved, achieving rapid positioning and efficient connection, and improving the stability and durability of the structure.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHENGDU IND VOCATIONAL TECHN COLLEGE
- Filing Date
- 2026-02-02
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-01
AI Technical Summary
Existing prefabricated steel structure connection nodes suffer from problems such as difficulty in installation and positioning, low on-site construction efficiency, and insufficient resistance to loosening.
The system employs a clamping frame and connecting bolts, combined with a double spring self-locking mechanism and a pulling assembly, to form a rigid support surface and a secondary safety system. Rapid positioning and locking are achieved through the engagement of the closing fixing frame and the insertion of the connecting assembly.
It significantly improves the stability and durability of the structure, simplifies the operation process, shortens the installation cycle, and reduces the later maintenance costs and safety risks.
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Abstract
Description
A prefabricated building steel structure connection node Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of prefabricated building technology, specifically to a steel structure connection node for prefabricated buildings. Background Technology
[0002] Prefabricated steel structure buildings can have some or all of their components manufactured in a prefabrication plant, then transported to the construction site using appropriate transportation methods, and assembled using reliable installation methods and machinery. Safety, reliability, and improved work efficiency are the biggest advantages of prefabricated steel structures.
[0003] With the rapid development of prefabricated building technology, steel structures have become the mainstream structural form due to their advantages such as high strength, fast construction, and recyclability. However, existing steel structure connection nodes mostly use single bolt connections or welding fixation, which have problems such as difficult installation and positioning, low on-site construction efficiency, and insufficient resistance to loosening. Therefore, a new type of steel structure connection node for prefabricated buildings is needed. Summary of the Invention
[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a prefabricated building steel structure connection node, which solves the problems of existing steel structure connection nodes mostly using single bolt connections or welding fixation, resulting in difficulties in installation and positioning, low on-site construction efficiency, and insufficient anti-loosening performance of the connection.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:
[0006] A prefabricated building steel structure connection node includes a vertical steel structure. Mounting sleeves are fitted on both sides of the outer wall of the vertical steel structure. A positioning sleeve slides horizontally on one side of each mounting sleeve. A horizontal steel structure is inserted into the interior of the positioning sleeve. Both sides of the positioning sleeve are connected to clamping frames via closing components. Closing the clamping frames tightens the bolt group connecting the horizontal steel structure and the mounting sleeve, reducing loosening of the bolt group when the steel structure sways. Fixing frames are fixedly connected to adjacent sides of the clamping frames on both sides. The two fixing frames interlock and are connected and fixed by a pull-triggered insertion component, and balanced and further fixed by a pulling component.
[0007] Preferably, the bolt group includes a connecting bolt, the two ends of which pass through the horizontal steel structure and the mounting sleeve in sequence, and are threadedly connected to a fixing sleeve, the fixing sleeve abutting against the mounting sleeve.
[0008] Preferably, the outer wall of the connecting bolt has a vertical groove that abuts against the clamping frame to increase contact friction and enhance the abutment strength.
[0009] Preferably, the closing assembly includes multiple rotating seats that are fixedly connected to both sides of the mounting sleeve. Each rotating seat on opposite sides is rotatably connected to a connecting rod, and the end of the connecting rod away from the rotating seat is rotatably connected to the clamping frame.
[0010] Preferably, the plug-in assembly includes a groove formed inside the fixed frame, a fixed seat is fixedly connected inside the groove, the pull buckle is rotatably connected to one end of the fixed frame, and an arc-shaped head is provided at the end of the pull buckle near the fixed seat to abut against the limiting plug connected by the spring sheet group, so that the spring sheet pushes the limiting plug and inserts it into the limiting socket formed on the outer wall of the fixed frame.
[0011] Preferably, the spring sheet assembly includes a spring sheet one located inside the groove, the spring sheet being sleeved on the outer wall of the fixing seat, and a spring sheet two being provided inside, the middle end of the spring sheet two being sleeved on the outer wall of the fixing seat, one side of the spring sheet two abutting against the inner wall of the groove, and the other end of the spring sheet two being fixedly connected to the limiting plug.
[0012] Preferably, the pulling assembly includes a groove formed on the outer wall of the fixed frame, a sliding seat that slides horizontally inside the groove via a spring, a connecting ring that is rotatably connected to one side of the sliding seat, a buckle that is fixedly connected to one side of the pulling buckle, and the end of the connecting ring away from the sliding seat.
[0013] Preferably, one end of the spring is connected to the sliding seat, and the other end of the spring is connected to the sliding groove.
[0014] Preferably, the other side of the mounting sleeve is fixed to the vertical steel structure by fixing bolts.
[0015] An assembly method for steel structure connection nodes in prefabricated buildings includes the following steps:
[0016] Step 1: Place the two mounting sleeves on the outer wall of the vertical steel structure, align them with the pre-installed holes, and use fixing bolts to firmly fix the mounting sleeves to the vertical steel structure.
[0017] Step 2: Position the horizontal steel structure along the slot on the positioning sleeve, insert it into the positioning sleeve, and place it on the side where the vertical steel structure needs to be installed.
[0018] Step 3: Insert the connecting bolts through the pre-installed holes on the horizontal steel structure and the mounting sleeve, and tighten the connecting bolts with fixing sleeves at both ends to firmly fix the horizontal steel structure.
[0019] Step 4: Push the positioning sleeve to move it. During the movement, the clamping frame and the fixing frame will close together under the action of the connecting rod. The connecting rod will pull the clamping frame to the position of the connecting bolt, and the closed fixing frames will mesh together.
[0020] Step 5: Fasten the connecting ring adjacent to the pull buckle into the buckle seat;
[0021] Step 6: Rotate the pull buckle so that its arc part compresses the first spring plate, the first spring plate squeezes the second spring plate, and the second spring plate pushes the limit plug to move and insert into the limit socket; at the same time, the pull buckle pulls the buckle seat and the connecting ring, the connecting ring pulls the sliding seat and the spring, and the spring tension and the spring plate return force reach a balance, locking the pull buckle and the connecting ring.
[0022] Step 7: Securely fix the fixing frame and its connected clamping frame. The clamping frame applies a counterforce to the connecting bolts to prevent the steel structure connection from shaking or shifting, which could cause the connection structure to loosen.
[0023] Working Principle: When assembling the steel structure of a prefabricated building, firstly, two mounting sleeves are fitted onto the outer wall of the vertical steel structure, aligning with the pre-drilled holes on the vertical steel structure. The mounting sleeves are then fixed to the vertical steel structure using fixing bolts. Next, the horizontal steel structure is inserted into the positioning sleeve along the slot on the positioning sleeve, positioned on the side of the vertical steel structure where it is to be installed. Connecting bolts are then passed through the pre-drilled holes on the horizontal steel structure and mounting sleeve, and tightened at both ends using fixing threaded sleeves, thus fixing the horizontal steel structure. Then, the positioning sleeve is pushed, causing it to shift. During this shift, the clamping frame, along with the connected fixing frame, closes under the action of the connecting rod. The connecting rod pulls the clamping frame towards the position of the connecting bolt, and the closed fixing frames interlock. Then, the... The connecting ring adjacent to the pull buckle is fastened into the buckle seat. Rotating the pull buckle causes the arc portion on the pull buckle to abut against the first spring plate, compressing the first spring plate and squeezing the second spring plate inside. The compressed second spring plate applies force to the limiting insert, causing it to displace and insert into the limiting socket. The rotating pull buckle pulls the buckle seat, causing the buckle seat and the connecting ring inside the pull buckle to pull the sliding seat. The sliding seat pulls the spring connected to it. The tension of the spring balances the return force of the first and second spring plates, making the pull buckle and the connecting ring balanced and preventing the pull buckle and the connecting ring from returning to their original positions. This ensures that the fixing frame and its connected clamping frame are firmly fixed. The clamping frame applies abutting force to the connecting bolts to prevent the steel structure connection from shaking or shifting, which could cause the connecting bolts to shift and loosen the connection structure.
[0024] This invention provides a connection node for prefabricated building steel structures. It has the following advantages:
[0025] 1. The present invention forms a rigid support surface by abutting the clamping frame and connecting bolts, which effectively resists vibration and impact in the horizontal and vertical directions. Furthermore, the secondary safety system composed of the double spring plate self-locking mechanism and the tensioning component can automatically compensate and lock when the main connection is under force, giving the node excellent anti-shaking and anti-displacement capabilities, significantly improving the overall stability and durability of the structure, and reducing later maintenance costs and safety risks.
[0026] 2. This invention enables rapid positioning and assembly of horizontal and vertical steel structures. The pull-driven plug-in assembly and the fixing frame engagement mechanism form a modular locking, eliminating the need for repeated tightening with multiple bolts, simplifying the operation process, shortening the installation cycle, and significantly improving assembly efficiency by completing multiple fixings in one step. Attached Figure Description
[0027] Figure 1 is a perspective view of the present invention;
[0028] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram showing the position of the connecting bolts of the present invention;
[0029] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram showing the positions of the clamping frame and connecting bolts of the present invention;
[0030] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the connecting rod of the present invention;
[0031] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clamping frame of the present invention;
[0032] Figure 6 is a structural schematic diagram of the fixing frame of the present invention;
[0033] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the detachable structure of the fixing frame of the present invention;
[0034] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram showing the position of the spring sheet of the present invention;
[0035] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram showing the position of the second spring sheet of the present invention.
[0036] The components are as follows: 1. Vertical steel structure; 2. Horizontal steel structure; 3. Mounting sleeve; 4. Positioning sleeve; 5. Connecting bolt; 6. Fixing screw sleeve; 7. Clamping frame; 8. Connecting rod; 9. Rotary seat; 10. Fixing frame; 11. Pull buckle; 12. Buckle seat; 13. Connecting ring; 14. Sliding seat; 15. Fixing seat; 16. Spring plate one; 17. Spring plate two; 18. Limiting plug; 19. Limiting socket; 20. Fixing bolt. Detailed Implementation
[0037] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described 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.
[0038] Example:
[0039] As one aspect of this application, please refer to Figures 1-3. An embodiment of the present invention provides a prefabricated building steel structure connection node, including a vertical steel structure 1. Both sides of the outer wall of the vertical steel structure 1 are fitted with mounting sleeves 3. A positioning sleeve 4 slides horizontally on one side of the mounting sleeve 3. The other side of the mounting sleeve 3 is fixed to the vertical steel structure 1 by fixing bolts 20. A horizontal steel structure 2 is inserted into the inside of the positioning sleeve 4. Both sides of the positioning sleeve 4 are connected with a clamping frame 7 by a closing assembly, so as to clamp the bolt group connecting the horizontal steel structure 2 and the mounting sleeve 3 by the closing clamping frame 7, so as to reduce the loosening of the bolt group used to stabilize the connection when the steel structure shakes. A fixing frame 10 is fixedly connected to the adjacent side of the clamping frame 7 on both the left and right sides. The two fixing frames 10 interlock with each other and are connected and fixed by the insertion assembly triggered by the pull buckle 11, and are balanced and fixed secondary by the pull assembly.
[0040] Specifically, both the vertical steel structure 1 and the horizontal steel structure 2 are standard steel structure components that meet the requirements for prefabricated buildings, possessing the strength and load-bearing capacity to meet standards for the construction of prefabricated buildings. During the assembly of the steel structures, firstly, two mounting sleeves 3 are fitted onto the outer wall of the vertical steel structure 1, aligned with the pre-drilled holes on the vertical steel structure 1. The mounting sleeves 3 are then fixed to the vertical steel structure 1 using fixing bolts 20. Next, the horizontal steel structure 2 is inserted into the positioning sleeve 4 through the slots on the positioning sleeve 4, and positioned on the side of the vertical steel structure 1 where it is to be installed. The pre-drilled holes are made according to the required splicing positions of the steel structures.
[0041] Please refer to Figures 3-5. The bolt assembly includes a connecting bolt 5. Both ends of the connecting bolt 5 pass through the horizontal steel structure 2 and the mounting sleeve 3 in sequence, and are threadedly connected to a fixing sleeve 6. The fixing sleeve 6 abuts against the mounting sleeve 3. The outer wall of the connecting bolt 5 has a vertical groove, which abuts against the clamping frame 7 to increase contact friction and expand the abutment strength. The closing assembly includes multiple rotating seats 9 that are fixedly connected to both sides of the mounting sleeve 3. Each rotating seat 9 on the opposite side is rotatably connected to a connecting rod 8. The end of the connecting rod 8 away from the rotating seat 9 is rotatably connected to the clamping frame 7.
[0042] Specifically, the connecting bolt 5 is passed through the pre-installed holes on the horizontal steel structure 2 and the mounting sleeve 3, and the fixing screw sleeve 6 is tightened on both ends of the connecting bolt 5 to fix the horizontal steel structure 2. Then, the positioning sleeve 4 is pushed to move it. During the movement, the clamping frame 7 and the fixed frame 10 connected to it are closed under the action of the connecting rod 8. The connecting rod 8 pulls the clamping frame 7 to the position of the connecting bolt 5 to abut. After the fixation is completed, the fixed frame 10 and the clamping frame 7 connected to it are firmly fixed. The clamping frame 7 applies abutting force to the connecting bolt 5 to prevent the steel structure connection part from shaking and shifting, which would cause the connecting bolt 5 to shift and loosen the connection structure.
[0043] Please refer to Figures 6, 8, and 9. The plug-in assembly includes a groove inside the fixing frame 10. A fixing seat 15 is fixedly connected inside the groove. A pull buckle 11 is rotatably connected to one end of the fixing frame 10. An arc-shaped head is provided at the end of the pull buckle 11 near the fixing seat 15 to abut against the limiting plug 18 connected by the spring piece group, so that the spring piece pushes the limiting plug 18 and inserts it into the limiting socket 19 opened on the outer wall of the fixing frame 10. The spring piece group includes a spring piece 16 located inside the groove. The spring piece 16 is sleeved on the outer wall of the fixing seat 15 and a spring piece 17 is provided inside. The middle end of the spring piece 17 is sleeved on the outer wall of the fixing seat 15. One side of the spring piece 17 abuts against the inner wall of the groove, and the other end of the spring piece 17 is fixedly connected to the limiting plug 18.
[0044] Specifically, rotating the pull buckle 11 causes the arc portion on the pull buckle 11 to abut against the spring plate 16, compressing the spring plate 16 and squeezing the inner spring plate 17. The compressed spring plate 17 then applies force to the limiting plug 18, causing it to displace and insert into the limiting socket 19. The spring plate 16 and the spring plate 17 have a certain rigidity and elasticity, and after being compressed, they can press against the pull buckle 11, applying a force that prevents it from rotating freely.
[0045] Please refer to Figures 6-8. The pulling assembly includes a groove formed on the outer wall of the fixed frame 10. A sliding seat 14 slides horizontally inside the groove via a spring. A connecting ring 13 is rotatably connected to one side of the sliding seat 14. A buckle 12 is fixedly connected to one side of the pulling buckle 11. The end of the connecting ring 13 away from the sliding seat 14 is connected to one end of the spring and the other end of the spring is connected to the groove.
[0046] Specifically, before rotating the pull buckle 11, the connecting ring 13 adjacent to the pull buckle 11 is first fastened into the buckle seat 12. During the rotation of the pull buckle 11, the rotating pull buckle 11 pulls the buckle seat 12 on it, causing the buckle seat 12 to engage with the connecting ring 13 inside it, causing the connecting ring 13 to pull the sliding seat 14. The sliding seat 14 pulls the spring connected to it. The tension of the spring is balanced with the reset force of the spring plate 16 and the spring plate 17, so that the pull buckle 11 and the connecting ring 13 are balanced, preventing the pull buckle 11 and the connecting ring 13 from resetting.
[0047] Based on the prefabricated steel structure connection node provided above, as another aspect of this application, a method for assembling a prefabricated steel structure connection node includes the following steps:
[0048] Step 1: Place the two mounting sleeves 3 on the outer wall of the vertical steel structure 1, align them with the pre-installed holes, and use fixing bolts 20 to firmly fix the mounting sleeves 3 to the vertical steel structure 1.
[0049] Step 2: Insert the horizontal steel structure 2 into the positioning sleeve 4 along the slot on the positioning sleeve 4, and place it on the side where the vertical steel structure 1 needs to be installed.
[0050] Step 3: Insert the connecting bolt 5 through the pre-installed holes on the horizontal steel structure 2 and the mounting sleeve 3, and tighten the connecting bolt 5 with the fixing screw sleeve 6 at both ends to firmly fix the horizontal steel structure 2.
[0051] Step 4: Push the positioning sleeve 4 to move it. During the displacement process, the clamping frame 7 and the fixing frame 10 will close together under the action of the connecting rod 8. The connecting rod 8 will pull the clamping frame 7 to abut against the connecting bolt 5, and the closed fixing frame 10 will bite together.
[0052] Step 5: Fasten the connecting ring 13 adjacent to the pull buckle 11 into the buckle seat 12;
[0053] Step 6: Rotate the pull buckle 11 to compress the first spring plate 16 with its arc portion. The first spring plate 16 presses against the second spring plate 17, and the second spring plate 17 pushes the limit plug 18 to move and insert into the limit socket 19. At the same time, the pull buckle 11 pulls the buckle seat 12 and the connecting ring 13. The connecting ring 13 pulls the sliding seat 14 and the spring. The spring tension and the spring plate return force are balanced, locking the pull buckle 11 and the connecting ring 13.
[0054] Step 7: Securely fix the fixing frame 10 and its connected clamping frame 7. The clamping frame 7 applies abutment force to the connecting bolts 5 to prevent the steel structure connection from shaking or shifting, which could cause the connection structure to loosen.
[0055] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A steel structure connection node for prefabricated buildings, characterized in that, The structure includes a vertical steel structure (1), on both sides of the outer wall of the vertical steel structure (1) are fitted with mounting sleeves (3). A positioning sleeve (4) slides horizontally on one side of the mounting sleeve (3). A horizontal steel structure (2) is inserted into the inside of the positioning sleeve (4). Both sides of the positioning sleeve (4) are connected to a clamping frame (7) through a closing assembly. The clamping frame (7) is closed to clamp the bolt group connecting the horizontal steel structure (2) and the mounting sleeve (3), so as to reduce the loosening of the bolt group used to stabilize the connection when the steel structure shakes. The clamping frames on the left and right sides are clamped together. Each of the two fixed frames (7) is fixedly connected to a fixed frame (10) on one side. The two fixed frames (10) interlock and are connected and fixed by a plug-in assembly triggered by a pull buckle (11). The connection is balanced and fixed in a secondary manner by a pulling assembly. The plug-in assembly includes a groove inside the fixed frame (10). A fixed seat (15) is fixedly connected inside the groove. The pull buckle (11) is rotatably connected to one end of the fixed frame (10). The end of the pull buckle (11) near the fixed seat (15) has an arc-shaped head for use with The spring abuts against the limiting plug (18) connected by the spring sheet assembly, causing the spring sheet to push against the limiting plug (18) and insert it into the limiting socket (19) opened on the outer wall of the fixing frame (10); the spring sheet assembly includes a spring sheet one (16) located inside the groove, the spring sheet one (16) is sleeved on the outer wall of the fixing seat (15), and a spring sheet two (17) is provided inside, the middle end of the spring sheet two (17) is sleeved on the outer wall of the fixing seat (15), and one side of the spring sheet two (17) abuts against the inner wall of the groove. The other end of the spring plate (17) is fixedly connected to the limiting plug (18); the pulling assembly includes a groove opened on the outer wall of the fixed frame (10), and a sliding seat (14) is horizontally slidable inside the groove by a spring. A connecting ring (13) is rotatably connected to one side of the sliding seat (14), and a buckle seat (12) is fixedly connected to one side of the pulling buckle (11). The end of the connecting ring (13) is away from the sliding seat (14); one end of the spring is connected to the sliding seat (14), and the other end of the spring is connected to the groove.
2. The prefabricated building steel structure connection node according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bolt group includes a connecting bolt (5), the two ends of which pass through the horizontal steel structure (2) and the mounting sleeve (3) in sequence, and are threadedly connected to a fixing sleeve (6), the fixing sleeve (6) and the mounting sleeve (3) being tightly abutted against each other.
3. A prefabricated building steel structure connection node according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer wall of the connecting bolt (5) is provided with a vertical groove, which abuts against the clamping frame (7) to increase contact friction and enhance the abutment strength.
4. A prefabricated building steel structure connection node according to claim 1, characterized in that, The closing assembly includes multiple rotating seats (9) fixedly connected to both sides of the mounting sleeve (3). Each rotating seat (9) on the opposite side is rotatably connected to a connecting rod (8). The end of the connecting rod (8) away from the rotating seat (9) is rotatably connected to the clamping frame (7).
5. A prefabricated building steel structure connection node according to claim 1, characterized in that, The other side of the mounting sleeve (3) is fixed to the vertical steel structure (1) by fixing bolts (20).
6. A method for assembling a prefabricated steel structure connection node, using a prefabricated steel structure connection node as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Step 1: Place the two mounting sleeves (3) on the outer wall of the vertical steel structure (1), align them with the pre-installed holes, and use fixing bolts (20) to firmly fix the mounting sleeves (3) onto the vertical steel structure (1); Step 2: Insert the horizontal steel structure (2) into the positioning sleeve (4) along the slot on the positioning sleeve (4), and place it on the side of the vertical steel structure (1) where it needs to be installed; Step 3: Insert the connecting bolts (5) through the pre-installed holes on the horizontal steel structure (2) and the mounting sleeves (3), and tighten the connecting bolts (5) with fixing threaded sleeves (6) at both ends to firmly fix the horizontal steel structure (2); Step 4: Push the positioning sleeve (4) to move it. During the movement, the clamping frame (7) and the fixing frame (10) close together under the action of the connecting rod (8). The connecting rod (8) pulls the clamping frame (7) to abut against the connecting bolt (5) and close together. The fixing bracket (10) is engaged together; Step 5: The connecting ring (13) adjacent to the pull buckle (11) is fastened into the buckle seat (12); Step 6: The pull buckle (11) is rotated so that its arc part compresses the spring plate one (16), the spring plate one (16) squeezes the spring plate two (17), the spring plate two (17) pushes the limit plug (18) to move and insert into the limit plug (19); At the same time, the pull buckle (11) pulls the buckle seat (12) and the connecting ring (13), the connecting ring (13) pulls the sliding seat (14) and the spring, the spring tension and the spring plate reset force are balanced, and the pull buckle (11) and the connecting ring (13) are locked; Step 7: The fixing bracket (10) and its connected clamping bracket (7) are firmly fixed, and the clamping bracket (7) applies abutment force to the connecting bolt (5) to prevent the steel structure connection part from shaking and shifting, causing the connection structure to loosen.
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