Gallery frame structure

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of building construction, in particular to a corridor frame structure which comprises a plurality of groups of corridor frame units, and each corridor frame unit comprises a plurality of supporting stand columns and a plurality of supporting columns, the number of the supporting cross beams is multiple, the supporting cross beams are installed on the adjacent supporting stand columns, and flexible parts are installed between the supporting cross beams. The supporting stand columns and the supporting cross beams are matched to form a main body frame structure of the corridor frame unit, the flexible parts are used for forming a preset shape between the supporting cross beams, and the flexible parts are used for forming detail shapes on the corridor frame unit. The self-weight of the flexible parts is smaller, the requirement for the structural strength of the foundation, the supporting stand columns and the supporting cross beams can be lowered, meanwhile, the flexible parts can buffer wind vibration through movement of the flexible parts, the influence of wind loads on the gallery frame units is lowered, and the structural performance lowering amplitude of the gallery frame structure in long-term use can be reduced; and the stability and the attractiveness of the corridor frame structure during long-term operation are prompted.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of building construction technology, specifically to a pergola structure. Background Technology

[0002] A pergola is a type of garden architecture with beams and rafters at its top, creating an elevated space for people to walk and rest, while also serving decorative and guiding functions. Pergolas are typically supported by columns on the sides, and the top features a frame with a specific shape, or a regular geometric shape such as a square, circle, or polygon, or a creatively designed form. Pergolas are not only architectural elements but also landscape elements, often blending seamlessly with the natural landscape. People can place tables and chairs beneath them to enjoy outdoor time; they can also guide climbing plants such as wisteria and trumpet vines to form lush green corridors, adding natural beauty and vitality to the environment.

[0003] Pergolas are typically installed in open areas, and their structures are susceptible to erosion from wind loads over long periods of operation. Under strong winds, these structures can generate significant wind pressure. Current technologies typically construct pergolas using materials such as wood, stone, metal, and reinforced concrete. Directly resisting wind loads under strong winds makes the edges, corners, and bases of the pergolas vulnerable to damage, leading to a severe decline in structural performance over long-term use. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides a pergola structure that solves the technical problem that pergola structures in the prior art are easily damaged by wind loads.

[0005] This utility model provides a pergola structure, including multiple pergola units, each pergola unit comprising:

[0006] Support columns, one end of which is suitable for fixed installation with the foundation, and multiple support columns are set at intervals;

[0007] Multiple support beams are provided and installed on adjacent support columns. Flexible components are installed between the support beams.

[0008] Beneficial Effects: The pergola structure provided by this utility model consists of multiple pergola units that cooperate to form a pre-designed shape. Each pergola unit includes supporting columns and supporting beams. One end of the supporting column is fixedly installed to the ground foundation or building structure foundation, while the other end supports the supporting beam. The supporting columns and supporting beams cooperate to form the main frame structure of the pergola unit. Flexible components are then used to occupy the space between the supporting beams, forming a pre-designed shape between them, and creating detailed shapes on the pergola unit. Compared to materials such as wood, stone, metal, and reinforced concrete, the flexible components are lighter, reducing the structural strength requirements for the foundation, supporting columns, and supporting beams. Simultaneously, the flexible components can buffer wind vibration through their own movement, reducing the impact of wind loads on the pergola unit. This mitigates the decline in structural performance over long-term use, enhancing the stability and aesthetics of the pergola structure during long-term operation.

[0009] In one alternative implementation, multiple supporting beams are sequentially connected end to end to form a predetermined shape.

[0010] Beneficial effects: Multiple supporting beams are connected end to end to form a closed loop structure, which can enhance the stability of multiple supporting beams installed on the supporting columns. At the same time, the supporting beams can be combined to form different predetermined shapes. While the supporting beams have sufficient structural strength, the connection forms of the supporting beams are diversified, making the pergola structure more aesthetically pleasing.

[0011] In one alternative embodiment, multiple support beams are arranged to form a rectangle, and a flexible element is installed between one set of parallel support beams. A lateral stabilizer is installed between another set of parallel support beams, and the flexible element passes through the lateral stabilizer.

[0012] Beneficial effects: The supporting beams form a rectangular structure. By installing lateral stabilizers between the supporting beams and incorporating lateral stabilizers within the flexible components, the lateral stabilizers absorb some of the wind load under repeated wind impacts, thus reducing the influence of the node positions between the flexible components and the supporting beams on wind loads. Simultaneously, the lateral stabilizers, connected between parallel supporting beams, can share some of the gravity load on the flexible components and limit the lateral deformation of the supporting beams, preventing the pergola units from twisting under wind loads or asymmetrical loads, thereby reducing wind load damage to the structure.

[0013] In one alternative implementation, the lateral stabilizer is a stabilizing plate, the plane of which is arranged perpendicular to the flexible element.

[0014] Beneficial effects: The lateral stabilizer is a plate-like structure with its plane arranged perpendicular to the flexible component. By combining the vibration absorption and load buffering effect of the flexible component with the plate-like structure with high in-plane stiffness, it not only has a certain absorption and buffering effect on wind load, but also has sufficient structural strength to support the connection of the flexible component, thereby effectively resisting the structural damage at the edges, corners and roots of the corridor structure caused by wind load.

[0015] In one alternative implementation, the flexible element is a steel strand.

[0016] Beneficial effects: Steel strands are made of multiple steel wires twisted together, which have extremely high tensile strength. They can withstand large loads with a very small cross section, and the overall weight is relatively light. The lightweight characteristics reduce the load on the supporting beams and columns. At the same time, they have a small windward area, which greatly reduces the wind resistance of the pergola structure.

[0017] In one alternative embodiment, stranded wire connectors are installed at both ends of the steel strand, and the stranded wire connectors are welded and fixed to the support beam.

[0018] Beneficial effects: Stranded wire connectors can efficiently transfer the tension of the steel strand to the supporting beam, avoiding strength loss or stress concentration caused by direct welding of the steel wire. The welding fixing method of the stranded wire connector creates a rigid anchoring node between the steel strand and the beam, preventing slippage or loosening, and is suitable for bearing alternating loads generated by wind loads.

[0019] In one alternative embodiment, the supporting beam is a C-shaped steel, and the flexible element is fixedly installed in the groove of the C-shaped steel.

[0020] Beneficial effects: The grooves in C-shaped steel provide natural installation space for flexible components, eliminating the need for additional welding or drilling. They can be directly fixed using bolts, clips, or specialized clamps, making construction faster. The groove structure effectively restrains the lateral displacement of flexible components, preventing them from swaying under wind vibration or load, thus improving structural stability. The cross-sectional characteristics of C-shaped steel give it high bending and torsional stiffness, enabling it to evenly distribute the tension of the steel strands and avoid excessive local stress that could lead to deformation.

[0021] In one alternative implementation, the grooves of the C-shaped steel are arranged facing the inside of the pergola unit.

[0022] Beneficial effects: The outer side of the pergola unit presents a simple flat or curved surface of C-shaped steel without grooves or gaps, resulting in a smoother overall shape. Structural components such as steel strands and connectors are concealed, avoiding a cluttered look and enhancing the sense of quality.

[0023] In one alternative implementation, multiple sets of flexible elements are spaced apart, and the multiple sets of flexible elements are parallel to each other.

[0024] Beneficial effects: Multiple sets of flexible components can evenly distribute lateral wind loads to the supporting beams, avoiding localized deformation caused by excessive stress on a single beam. Simultaneously, they work synergistically with the stabilizing plate to form a mesh-like load-bearing system, enhancing resistance to wind-induced vibrations.

[0025] In one alternative implementation, multiple sets of pergola units are connected sequentially, and between two connected sets of pergola units, the supporting column at the tail of the preceding pergola unit is shared with the supporting column at the head of the following pergola unit.

[0026] Beneficial effects: By having adjacent pergola units share supporting columns, multiple pergola units are sequentially connected to form an integral structure, improving the overall stability of the pergola structure under external loads. Simultaneously, sharing supporting columns between adjacent pergola units reduces material usage and foundation construction costs. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a top view of the pergola structure provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a side view of the pergola structure provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the cross section of AA;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure in which the flexible component and the supporting beam are connected in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0033] 1. Flexible components; 2. Support columns; 3. Support beams; 4. Lateral stabilizers; 5. Stranded wire connectors. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0038] As an important component of garden architecture, the pergola combines practicality and artistry. Its roof, constructed of beams and rafters, forms an elevated space, providing shaded and sheltered walkways for pedestrians and also serving as a resting area, making it an ideal venue for outdoor activities. The pergola's sides are stably supported by columns, and its roof can take various shapes, including regular geometric forms such as squares, circles, or polygons, or incorporate creative designs to create unique visual focal points. As a landscape element, pergolas often blend seamlessly with the natural environment. For example, tables and chairs can be placed beneath them for rest, or vines such as wisteria and trumpet vines can be encouraged to climb and grow, forming an ecological corridor that changes with the seasons, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and the vitality and interest of the space.

[0039] Pergolas are typically built in open areas and are constantly exposed to the natural environment, especially by the continuous action of wind loads, which can easily lead to structural damage. Strong winds create uneven wind pressure on the pergolas's surface, causing significant stress on critical areas such as corners, joints, and the foundation, leading to cracking, deformation, and even collapse. Traditional pergolas are mostly made of materials such as wood, stone, metal, or reinforced concrete. While these materials possess a certain strength, their rigid structure makes it difficult to effectively distribute wind pressure, and they are prone to fatigue failure after long-term use, such as wood decay, metal corrosion, or concrete cracking, resulting in a significant decline in overall structural performance. This utility model provides a pergolas structure that solves the technical problem of existing pergolas structures being easily damaged by wind loads.

[0040] The following is combined Figures 1 to 4 The following describes embodiments of the present invention.

[0041] According to an embodiment of this utility model, a pergola structure is provided, comprising multiple pergola units. Each pergola unit includes supporting columns, supporting beams, and flexible components. One end of each supporting column is suitable for fixed installation to the ground or a building's load-bearing structure, while the other end supports the supporting beams. Multiple supporting columns 2 are spaced apart. Multiple supporting beams 3 are also provided, installed on adjacent supporting columns 2, so that the supporting beams and supporting columns cooperate to form the main shape of the pergola unit. Flexible components are installed on the supporting beams 3 to form the detailed shape of the pergola unit.

[0042] This invention provides a pergola structure with excellent wind resistance. The structure adopts a modular design, composed of multiple standardized pergola units. The supporting columns 2 within each pergola unit are firmly connected to the foundation via a bottom fixing structure, while the top is rigidly connected to the supporting beams 3, together forming a stable three-dimensional spatial frame system. The supporting columns 2 are arranged in an intermittent pattern, which evenly distributes vertical and horizontal loads among the supporting columns 2 and supporting beams 3. Flexible components replace traditional concrete pouring or steel plate laying between the supporting beams 3. The physical dimensions of the flexible components 1 significantly reduce the overall windward area of ​​the structure, directly reducing the surface wind load under wind pressure. Simultaneously, the flexible components can buffer wind vibration through their own movement, reducing the impact of wind loads on the pergola units and mitigating the decline in structural performance over long-term use. The unique deformation capacity of the flexible material allows it to dissipate wind energy through moderate deformation under strong winds, rather than completely resisting them rigidly. This maintains the structural function and aesthetic characteristics of traditional pergolas while significantly improving their wind resistance.

[0043] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, multiple supporting beams 3 are connected end to end to form a predetermined shape. The multiple supporting beams 3 are connected end to end to form a closed loop structure, which enhances the stability of the connection of multiple supporting beams 3. At the same time, the predetermined shape is diversified. While the supporting beams 3 have sufficient structural strength, the connection form of the supporting beams 3 is diversified, making the pergola structure more aesthetically pleasing.

[0044] As one possible form, the predetermined shape can be rectangular, hexagonal, triangular, etc. In this embodiment, a rectangle is preferred. Multiple supporting beams 3 enclose a rectangle. Flexible members are installed between one set of parallel supporting beams 3, and lateral stabilizers 4 are installed between another set of parallel supporting beams 3. The flexible members are installed through the lateral stabilizers 4. The supporting beams 3 enclose a rectangular structure. The flexible members 1 installed between the supporting beams 3 are connected through the lateral stabilizers 4, maintaining the flexibility of the flexible members 1 in the direction of their installation to absorb vibration, thereby reducing the impact of wind load on the overall structural stability. At the same time, the lateral stabilizers 4 connect between the parallel supporting beams 3, effectively sharing some of the load borne by the flexible members 1, and also limiting the lateral displacement of the supporting beams 3, preventing the structure from twisting under wind load or asymmetrical load, thereby reducing the damage of wind load to the structure.

[0045] Furthermore, the supporting beam 3 is a C-shaped steel, and the flexible component is fixedly installed in the groove of the C-shaped steel. The groove of the C-shaped steel provides a natural installation space for the flexible component, eliminating the need for additional welding or drilling. It can be directly fixed with bolts, clips, or special clamps, making construction faster. The groove structure effectively restrains the lateral displacement of the flexible component, preventing it from swaying under wind vibration or load, thus improving structural stability. The cross-sectional characteristics of the C-shaped steel give it high bending and torsional stiffness, enabling it to evenly transmit the tension of the steel strands and avoid excessive local stress that could lead to deformation.

[0046] Furthermore, the grooves of the C-shaped steel are arranged facing the inside of the pergola unit. The outer side of the pergola presents a simple flat or curved surface of the C-shaped steel, without grooves or gaps, resulting in a smoother overall shape. Structural components such as steel strands and connectors are concealed, avoiding a cluttered appearance and enhancing the sense of quality.

[0047] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the lateral stabilizer 4 is a stabilizing plate, and its plane is arranged perpendicular to the flexible component 1. The lateral stabilizer 4 is a plate-like structure with high in-plane stiffness. Its plane is arranged perpendicular to the flexible component 1. By combining the vibration absorption and load buffering effect of the flexible component 1 with the plate-like structure with high in-plane stiffness, it not only has a certain absorption and buffering effect on wind load, but also has sufficient structural strength to support the connection of the flexible component 1, thereby effectively resisting the structural damage at the edges, corners, and roots of the corridor structure caused by wind load.

[0048] As one possible form, the lateral stabilizer 4 can also be a cylindrical structure or a long strip structure. Alternatively, the lateral stabilizer 4 can be a frame structure with connecting plates, with the flexible component and the connecting plates interlocking.

[0049] In this embodiment, the flexible component is a steel strand, which is made of multiple steel wires twisted together. It has extremely high tensile strength and can withstand large loads with a very small cross section. Its lightweight characteristics reduce the load on the supporting beam 3 and the supporting column 2. At the same time, it has a small windward area, which greatly reduces the wind resistance of the pergola structure.

[0050] Furthermore, stranded wire connectors 5 are installed at both ends of the steel strand, and the stranded wire connectors 5 are welded and fixed to the supporting beam 3. The stranded wire connectors 5 can efficiently transfer the tension of the steel strand to the supporting beam 3, avoiding the strength loss or stress concentration caused by directly welding the steel wire. The welding and fixing method of the stranded wire connectors 5 forms a rigid anchoring node between the steel strand and the beam, preventing slippage or loosening, and is suitable for bearing alternating loads generated by wind loads.

[0051] A stranded wire connector 5 is a component used to connect, anchor, or extend steel strands. It typically consists of the following parts: an anchoring sleeve with internal threads or tapered holes for clamping the steel strands; and clamps or wedges that lock the steel strands in place through mechanical engagement or friction. The clamps or wedges are pressed against the sleeve by friction, causing them to embed into the surface of the steel strands under stress, forming a tight engagement and ensuring that tension is evenly transmitted to the connector.

[0052] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 As shown, multiple sets of flexible components are spaced apart and parallel to each other. These multiple sets of flexible components can evenly distribute the lateral wind load to the supporting beam 3, avoiding localized deformation caused by excessive stress on a single beam. Simultaneously, they work in conjunction with the stabilizing plate to form a mesh-like force-bearing system, enhancing wind resistance.

[0053] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1 As shown, multiple sets of pergola units are connected sequentially. Between two connected sets of pergola units, the supporting column 2 at the rear of the preceding pergola unit is shared with the supporting column 2 at the front of the following pergola unit. This shared column creates a rigid connection between adjacent units, allowing wind loads to be directly transferred to the ends of all supporting columns 2, reducing stress concentration at the connection points. Adjacent units eliminate the need for duplicate columns, reducing material usage and foundation construction costs. The shared column allows for rapid assembly between units via bolts or welding, shortening the construction period and improving work efficiency.

[0054] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clear illustration and are not intended to limit the implementation. Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and all such modifications and variations fall within the scope defined by the present invention.

Claims

1. A pergola structure, characterized in that, It includes multiple sets of pergola units, wherein the pergola unit includes: Support columns (2), one end of which is adapted to be fixedly installed with the foundation, and multiple support columns (2) are provided at intervals; Multiple support beams (3) are provided. The support beams (3) are installed on adjacent support columns (2). Flexible members (1) are installed between the support beams (3).

2. The pergola structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple supporting beams (3) are connected end to end to form a predetermined shape.

3. The pergola structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, Multiple supporting beams (3) are arranged to form a rectangle. The flexible member is installed between one set of supporting beams (3) that are parallel to each other. A transverse stabilizer (4) is installed between another set of supporting beams (3) that are parallel to each other. The flexible member is arranged through the transverse stabilizer (4).

4. The pergola structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lateral stabilizer (4) is a stabilizer plate, and the plane of the stabilizer plate is arranged perpendicular to the flexible component.

5. The pergola structure according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The flexible component is a steel strand.

6. The pergola structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The steel strand is equipped with strand connectors (5) at both ends, and the strand connectors (5) are welded and fixed to the supporting beam (3).

7. The pergola structure according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The supporting beam (3) is a C-shaped steel, and the flexible component is fixedly installed in the groove of the C-shaped steel.

8. The pergola structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The grooves of the C-shaped steel are arranged facing the inside of the pergola unit.

9. The pergola structure according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The flexible element (1) is arranged in multiple sets at intervals, and the multiple sets of flexible elements (1) are parallel to each other.

10. The pergola structure according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, Multiple sets of the pergola units are connected in sequence. Between two sets of pergola units, the supporting column (2) at the tail of the preceding pergola unit and the supporting column (2) at the head of the following pergola unit are shared.

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