Fabricated deployable truss

By designing a foldable, prefabricated, deployable truss and using standardized components and node connections, the problems of complex manufacturing, inconvenient transportation, and insufficient out-of-plane stiffness of existing truss structures have been solved, achieving efficient installation, low-cost transportation, and excellent resistance to lateral loads.

CN224200027UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-05SUQIAN COLLEGE
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SUQIAN COLLEGE
Filing Date
2025-05-30
Publication Date
2026-05-05

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Technical Problem

Existing truss structures are complex to manufacture and install, inconvenient to transport, require large storage space, and have insufficient out-of-plane stiffness in temporary load-bearing applications, resulting in high manufacturing costs, long construction periods, and significant stability issues.

Method used

A foldable, prefabricated, deployable truss was designed, which uses a foldable truss, a first X-shaped diagonal brace, a second X-shaped diagonal brace, and a transverse support rod, connected by bolts or screws to achieve standardized components and nodes, thereby enhancing lateral stiffness and overall stability.

Benefits of technology

It improves production efficiency, lowers the technical threshold for installation, reduces storage and transportation costs, enhances lateral stiffness and overall stability, and adapts to diverse usage needs in complex environments.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an assembly type deployable truss which comprises foldable trusses, a first X-shaped inclined strut, a second X-shaped inclined strut and a transverse supporting connecting rod, the number of the foldable trusses is two, and the first X-shaped inclined strut is connected with the upper ends of the two foldable trusses; the upper end of the second X-shaped inclined strut is connected with the upper end of the foldable truss, and the lower end of the second X-shaped inclined strut is connected with the lower end of the foldable truss; the two ends of the transverse supporting connecting rods are connected with the foldable trusses located on the same side. The assembly design concept is followed, and standardized components and joints are elaborately designed. By reducing the types of the components and the nodes, batch production and standardized operation are realized, and the production efficiency is remarkably improved. According to the structure, bolts or screws are adopted for connection, accurate matching of the component size and the hole site is guaranteed, the technical threshold of assembly is lowered, ordinary constructors can also complete splicing work rapidly, and installation convenience is greatly enhanced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of load-bearing truss technology, and in particular to a prefabricated deployable truss used in the fields of architecture, mechanical engineering and aerospace. Background Technology

[0002] In fields such as construction engineering, bridge engineering, mechanical engineering, and aerospace, truss structures are widely used because they can withstand axial forces, fully utilize material strength, and have advantages such as light weight and high load-bearing capacity.

[0003] However, existing truss structures have the following shortcomings in temporary load-bearing applications:

[0004] 1. High complexity in manufacturing and installation: Traditional trusses are composed of a large number of components and nodes, which are often connected by welding. This requires high precision in processing, accurate assembly, and skilled operators, resulting in increased manufacturing costs and extended construction periods.

[0005] 2. Inconvenient transportation and large storage space requirements: The rigidity and non-foldable nature of traditional trusses cause them to occupy a large amount of space when not in use, increasing storage costs and management difficulties. At the same time, it restricts transportation methods, usually requiring segmented transportation and on-site assembly, which further increases the difficulty and cost of transportation and installation.

[0006] 3. Insufficient out-of-plane stiffness and significant stability issues: As a planar structure, trusses have relatively low out-of-plane stiffness, resulting in significant out-of-plane stability problems. While welding three-dimensional trusses to enhance stability can enhance stability, this method involves high precision requirements and is difficult to implement.

[0007] Therefore, those skilled in the art are dedicated to developing a foldable and highly rigid prefabricated deployable truss. Summary of the Invention

[0008] In view of the above-mentioned deficiencies of the prior art, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a foldable and highly rigid assembled deployable truss.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a prefabricated deployable truss, including a foldable truss, a first X-shaped diagonal brace, a second X-shaped diagonal brace, and a transverse support link. Two symmetrical foldable trusses are provided. The first X-shaped diagonal brace connects the upper ends of the two foldable trusses. The upper end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace is connected to the upper end of the foldable truss, and the lower end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace is connected to the lower end of the foldable truss. Both ends of the transverse support link are respectively connected to the foldable truss located on the same side.

[0010] Furthermore, the foldable truss includes an X-shaped folding frame, an upper chord, a lower chord, and longitudinal support rods. The upper end of the X-shaped folding frame is hinged to the upper chord, the lower end of the X-shaped folding frame is connected to the lower chord, and the two ends of the longitudinal support rods are detachably connected to the upper chord and the lower chord, respectively.

[0011] Furthermore, the first X-shaped diagonal brace includes a first X-shaped connector, a first diagonal brace tube, and a first diagonal brace tube connector. The first X-shaped connector is provided with four connecting feet. One end of the first diagonal brace tube connector is sleeved on the end of the first diagonal brace tube, and the other end is provided with a first connecting lug for connecting the connecting feet.

[0012] Furthermore, the connecting foot is provided with a diagonal brace connecting hole, and the first connecting ear is provided with a first through hole coaxial with the diagonal brace connecting hole, and the first through hole is provided with a bolt assembly.

[0013] Furthermore, the foldable truss also includes a first upper chord mid-section connector and a second upper chord mid-section connector. The first upper chord mid-section connector includes an integrated first upper chord end sleeve and a diagonal brace sleeve connected end to end. The diagonal brace sleeve is fitted onto one leg of the X-shaped folding frame, and the first upper chord end sleeve is fitted onto the upper chord.

[0014] Furthermore, the bottom surface of the diagonal brace sleeve is integrally provided with an outwardly extending first upper chord connecting plate, the middle connecting member of the second upper chord includes a second upper chord end sleeve with a closed rear end, the bottom of the second upper chord end sleeve is provided with an outwardly extending second upper chord connecting plate, the first upper chord connecting plate and the second upper chord connecting plate are respectively provided with coaxial upper chord connecting through holes, and the upper chord connecting through holes are provided with pins.

[0015] Furthermore, the first upper chord end sleeve and the diagonal brace sleeve are respectively provided with transversely penetrating upper chord fixing holes, and a pin is provided in the upper chord fixing holes.

[0016] Furthermore, the foldable truss also includes a first upper chord end connector and a longitudinal support rod connector. The first upper chord end connector includes an X-shaped folding frame sleeve, with one leg of the X-shaped folding frame sleeve inserted into the X-shaped folding frame sleeve. The longitudinal support rod connector includes a longitudinal support rod sleeve, which is sleeved on the longitudinal support rod.

[0017] Furthermore, a first longitudinal support rod connecting plate extending outward is provided on one side of the top end of the X-shaped folding frame sleeve, a second longitudinal support rod connecting plate extending outward is provided on the other side of the bottom end of the X-shaped folding frame sleeve, and a third longitudinal support rod connecting plate extending outward is provided on the longitudinal support rod connector. The first and second longitudinal support rod connecting plates are respectively provided with strip-shaped holes, and the third longitudinal support rod connecting plate is provided with a longitudinal support rod adjustment hole facing the strip-shaped hole.

[0018] Furthermore, the upper end of the longitudinal support rod is hinged to the lower end of the longitudinal support rod sleeve. The lower chord is a steel wire rope, and the lower end of the lower chord is connected to the two legs of the X-shaped folding frame at the lower end.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0020] (1) The prefabricated deployable truss of this utility model includes a foldable truss, a first X-shaped diagonal brace, a second X-shaped diagonal brace, and a transverse support link. Two symmetrical foldable trusses are provided. The first X-shaped diagonal brace connects the upper ends of the two foldable trusses; the upper end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace connects to the upper end of the foldable truss, and the lower end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace connects to the lower end of the foldable truss; both ends of the transverse support link are connected to the foldable truss located on the same side. Following the prefabricated design concept, standardized components and nodes are carefully designed. By reducing the types of components and nodes, mass production and standardized operations are achieved, significantly improving production efficiency. The structure uses bolts or screws for connection, ensuring precise matching of component dimensions and hole positions, lowering the technical threshold for assembly, and enabling ordinary construction workers to quickly complete the splicing work, greatly enhancing the convenience of installation.

[0021] (2) Foldable structure design optimizes storage and transportation

[0022] The truss structure created by this invention has foldable characteristics and a high shrinkage rate, which greatly facilitates the storage and transportation process, effectively reduces the required storage space, and significantly reduces transportation costs and difficulties.

[0023] (3) Spatial structure design to enhance lateral stiffness and overall integrity.

[0024] By adopting a spatial structure design, the foldable truss of this invention significantly enhances lateral stiffness and overall stability, enabling it to adapt to complex and ever-changing environments, meet diverse usage requirements, and demonstrate excellent resistance to lateral loads. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2This is a side view of the structure of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the structure of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the middle connecting member of the first upper chord of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the middle connecting member of the second upper chord of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the end connector of the first upper chord of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a structural schematic diagram of the longitudinal support rod connector of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that in the description of the present invention, terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing the present 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 manner. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. Terms such as "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0033] Example 1, such as Figures 1 to 7 As shown, a prefabricated deployable truss includes a foldable truss 100, a first X-shaped diagonal brace 200, a second X-shaped diagonal brace 300, and a transverse support link 400. Two symmetrical foldable trusses 100 are provided. The first X-shaped diagonal brace 200 connects the upper ends of the two foldable trusses 100. The upper end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace 300 is connected to the upper end of the foldable truss 100, and the lower end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace 300 is connected to the lower end of the foldable truss 100. Both ends of the transverse support link 400 are connected to the foldable trusses 100 located on the same side. From a stress perspective, this three-dimensional structure, through the first X-shaped diagonal brace 200, the second X-shaped diagonal brace 300, and the transverse support link 400, ensures that the deployable structure possesses sufficient lateral stiffness, torsional stiffness, and overall structural integrity when deployed.

[0034] The foldable truss 100 includes an X-shaped folding frame 101, an upper chord 102, a lower chord 103, and a longitudinal support rod 104. The lower chord 103 is a steel wire rope, and its lower end is connected to the two legs of the X-shaped folding frame 101 at its lower end. The upper end of the X-shaped folding frame 101 is hinged to the upper chord 102, and its lower end is connected to the lower chord 103. The two ends of the longitudinal support rod 104 are detachably connected to the upper chord 102 and the lower chord 103, respectively. Since the X-shaped folding frame 101 is composed of two folding strips that are hinged together in the middle, it can be folded up and down and unfolded, has a high shrinkage rate, greatly facilitates the storage and transportation process, effectively reduces the required storage space, and significantly reduces transportation costs and difficulties.

[0035] Furthermore, the foldable truss 100 also includes a first upper chord mid-section connector 105 and a second upper chord mid-section connector 106. The first upper chord mid-section connector 105 includes an integrated first upper chord end sleeve 107 and a diagonal brace sleeve 108 connected end to end. The diagonal brace sleeve 108 is sleeved on one leg of the X-shaped folding frame 101, and the first upper chord end sleeve 107 is sleeved on the upper chord 102.

[0036] The foldable truss 100 further includes a first upper chord end connector 114 and a longitudinal support rod connector 115. The first upper chord end connector 114 includes an X-shaped folding frame sleeve 116, one leg of which is inserted into the X-shaped folding frame sleeve 116. The longitudinal support rod connector 115 includes a longitudinal support rod sleeve 117, which is sleeved on the longitudinal support rod 104.

[0037] The first X-shaped diagonal brace 200 includes a first X-shaped connector 201, a first diagonal brace tube 202, and a first diagonal brace tube connector 203. The first X-shaped connector 201 has four connecting feet. One end of the first diagonal brace tube connector 203 is sleeved on the end of the first diagonal brace tube 202, and the other end has a first connecting lug 204 for connecting the connecting feet. The connecting feet have diagonal brace connecting holes, and the first connecting lug 204 has a first through hole 205 coaxial with the diagonal brace connecting hole. The first through hole 205 is provided with a bolt assembly. The second X-shaped diagonal brace 300 has the same structure as the first X-shaped diagonal brace 200, only the installation location is different, so those skilled in the art will understand this, and therefore it will not be described in detail here.

[0038] The bottom surface of the diagonal brace sleeve 108 is integrally provided with an outwardly extending first upper chord connecting plate 109. The middle connector 106 of the second upper chord includes a second upper chord end sleeve 110 with a closed rear end. The bottom of the second upper chord end sleeve 110 is provided with an outwardly extending second upper chord connecting plate 111. The first upper chord connecting plate 109 and the second upper chord connecting plate 111 are respectively provided with coaxial upper chord connecting through holes 112. The upper chord connecting through holes 112 are provided with pins.

[0039] The first upper chord end sleeve 107 and the diagonal brace sleeve 108 are respectively provided with transversely penetrating upper chord fixing holes 113. A pin is provided in the upper chord fixing hole 113. When the pin is pulled out, the first upper chord end sleeve 107 and the diagonal brace sleeve 108 can rotate freely. In this way, the longitudinal resistance of this prefabricated deployable truss is eliminated, and the X-shaped folding frame 101 can be folded and retracted longitudinally.

[0040] The X-shaped folding frame sleeve 116 has a first longitudinal support rod connecting plate 118 extending outward on one side of its top end, and a second longitudinal support rod connecting plate 119 extending outward on the other side of its bottom end. The longitudinal support rod connector 115 has a third longitudinal support rod connecting plate 120 extending outward. The first and second longitudinal support rod connecting plates 118 and 119 each have a strip-shaped hole 121, and the third longitudinal support rod connecting plate 120 has a longitudinal support rod adjusting hole 122 facing the strip-shaped hole 121. The upper end of the longitudinal support rod 104 is hinged to the lower end of the longitudinal support rod sleeve 117.

[0041] The preferred embodiment of this design comprises an X-shaped folding frame 101, upper chords 102, steel wire ropes 103, and longitudinal support rods 104. Multiple upper chords 102 are connected end-to-end via a first upper chord mid-section connector 105 and a second upper chord mid-section connector 106. Multiple steel wire ropes 103 are also connected end-to-end. The longitudinal support rods 104, longitudinal support rod connectors 115, and the end connectors 114 of the first upper chord are interconnected, forming a lateral resistance for the entire deployable truss, ensuring structural strength. Furthermore, it significantly enhances lateral stiffness and overall stability, enabling it to adapt to complex and changing environments, meet diverse usage requirements, and exhibit excellent resistance to lateral loads.

[0042] The preferred embodiments of this utility model have been described in detail above. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can make numerous modifications and variations based on the concept of this utility model without creative effort. Therefore, all technical solutions that can be obtained by those skilled in the art based on the concept of this utility model through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation on the basis of existing technology should be within the scope of protection defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A prefabricated deployable truss, characterized in that: The system includes a foldable truss (100), a first X-shaped diagonal brace (200), a second X-shaped diagonal brace (300), and a transverse support link (400). Two symmetrical foldable trusses (100) are provided. The first X-shaped diagonal brace (200) connects the upper ends of the two foldable trusses (100). The upper end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace (300) is connected to the upper end of the foldable truss (100), and the lower end of the second X-shaped diagonal brace (300) is connected to the lower end of the foldable truss (100). Both ends of the transverse support link (400) are connected to the foldable trusses (100) located on the same side. The foldable truss (100) includes an X-shaped folding frame (101), an upper chord (102), a lower chord (103), and a longitudinal support rod (104). The upper end of the X-shaped folding frame (101) is hinged to the upper chord (102), and the lower end of the X-shaped folding frame (101) is connected to the lower chord (103). The two ends of the longitudinal support rod (104) are detachably connected to the upper chord (102) and the lower chord (103), respectively.

2. The prefabricated deployable truss according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first X-shaped diagonal brace (200) includes a first X-shaped connector (201), a first diagonal brace tube (202), and a first diagonal brace tube connector (203). The first X-shaped connector (201) is provided with four connecting feet. One end of the first diagonal brace tube connector (203) is sleeved on the end of the first diagonal brace tube (202), and the other end is provided with a first connecting ear (204) that can connect to the connecting feet.

3. The prefabricated deployable truss according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting foot is provided with a diagonal brace connecting hole, and the first connecting ear (204) is provided with a first through hole (205) coaxial with the diagonal brace connecting hole, and the first through hole (205) is provided with a bolt assembly.

4. The prefabricated deployable truss according to claim 1, characterized in that: The foldable truss (100) further includes a first upper chord mid-section connector (105) and a second upper chord mid-section connector (106). The first upper chord mid-section connector (105) includes an integrated first upper chord end sleeve (107) and a diagonal brace sleeve (108) connected end to end. The diagonal brace sleeve (108) is sleeved on one leg of the X-shaped folding frame (101), and the first upper chord end sleeve (107) is sleeved on the upper chord (102). The bottom surface of the diagonal bracing sleeve (108) is integrally provided with an outwardly extending first upper chord connecting plate (109). The second upper chord middle connector (106) includes a second upper chord end sleeve (110) with a closed rear end. The bottom of the second upper chord end sleeve (110) is provided with an outwardly extending second upper chord connecting plate (111). The first upper chord connecting plate (109) and the second upper chord connecting plate (111) are respectively provided with coaxial upper chord connecting through holes (112). The upper chord connecting through holes (112) are provided with pins.

5. The prefabricated deployable truss according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first upper chord end sleeve (107) and the diagonal brace sleeve (108) are respectively provided with a transverse through upper chord fixing hole (113), and a pin is provided in the upper chord fixing hole (113).

6. The prefabricated deployable truss according to claim 1, characterized in that: The foldable truss (100) further includes a first upper chord end connector (114) and a longitudinal support rod connector (115). The first upper chord end connector (114) includes an X-shaped folding frame sleeve (116), one leg of which is inserted into the X-shaped folding frame sleeve (116). The longitudinal support rod connector (115) includes a longitudinal support rod sleeve (117), which is sleeved on the longitudinal support rod (104). The top side of the X-shaped folding frame sleeve (116) is provided with a first longitudinal support rod connecting plate (118) extending outward, and the bottom side of the X-shaped folding frame sleeve (116) is provided with a second longitudinal support rod connecting plate (119) extending outward. The longitudinal support rod connector (115) is provided with a third longitudinal support rod connecting plate (120) extending outward. The first longitudinal support rod connecting plate (118) and the second longitudinal support rod connecting plate (119) are respectively provided with a strip hole (121). The third longitudinal support rod connecting plate (120) is provided with a longitudinal support rod adjusting hole (122) facing the strip hole (121).

7. The prefabricated deployable truss according to claim 6, characterized in that: The upper end of the longitudinal support rod (104) is hinged to the lower end of the longitudinal support rod sleeve (117).

8. The prefabricated deployable truss according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower chord (103) is a steel wire rope, and the lower end of the lower chord (103) is connected to the two legs of the X-shaped folding frame (101) at the lower end.