Bionic enhanced iron canopy
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 临海市铭杰工艺品有限公司
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-03
AI Technical Summary
Traditional sheet metal awnings are not strong enough in terms of wind pressure and impact resistance, are prone to deformation in extreme weather, have low drainage efficiency, and are prone to corrosion or collapse due to water accumulation. They also have low material utilization and require increased thickness to enhance rigidity, which increases costs.
It adopts a biomimetic enhanced design, including columns, ring beams, canopy components and mounting frame components. The sheet metal adopts a multi-level stepped structure to form a cone-shaped cover with staggered heights. Combined with the frame structure and directional water flow channels, it enhances wind resistance and drainage performance.
It improves the structural strength and safety of sheet metal awnings, enhances wind resistance, reduces costs, extends service life, and reduces the risk of water accumulation and metal fatigue.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of building protection materials technology, and more specifically to a biomimetic reinforced iron sheet awning. Background Technology
[0002] A metal awning, typically made of sheet metal (or steel plate), is a type of shelter widely used in outdoor locations such as construction sites, warehouses, garages, and markets, serving as a protective structure against rain, sun, and wind. The main characteristics of a metal awning are its sturdiness and durability, enabling it to withstand strong weather conditions.
[0003] Traditional sheet metal awnings mostly use flat or simple wave-shaped structures, which are not strong enough to resist wind pressure and impact. They are prone to deformation in extreme weather, have low drainage efficiency, and water accumulation can lead to corrosion or collapse. They also have low material utilization. To enhance rigidity, the thickness needs to be increased, which increases costs. Therefore, we propose a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal awning to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the problems of traditional sheet metal awnings, which mostly use flat or simple wave-shaped structures, resulting in insufficient wind pressure and impact resistance, easy deformation in extreme weather, low drainage efficiency, risk of rust or collapse due to water accumulation, low material utilization, and the need to increase thickness to enhance rigidity, leading to increased costs. Therefore, this invention provides a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal awning.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0006] A biomimetic reinforced sheet metal canopy includes columns, a ring beam fixedly connected to the top of the columns, a second canopy roof assembly disposed on the top of the ring beam, a first canopy roof assembly disposed on the top of the second canopy roof assembly, a mounting frame assembly disposed on the inner side of the ring beam, and the first canopy roof assembly and the second canopy roof assembly connected by the mounting frame assembly.
[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution, the first canopy assembly includes a top cover, a fixing plate, a first sheet metal plate, a second sheet metal plate, and a third sheet metal plate, and the second canopy assembly includes a fourth sheet metal plate, a fifth sheet metal plate, a sixth sheet metal plate, a seventh sheet metal plate, an eighth sheet metal plate, and a ninth sheet metal plate.
[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution, the mounting bracket assembly includes a first mounting strip fixedly connected to the four corners of the ring beam and a second mounting strip fixedly connected to the inner side of the ring beam. A first crossbeam and a second crossbeam are fixedly connected to both sides of the first mounting strip. There are six second mounting strips, which are fixed to the top of the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam. The second mounting strips are arranged between two adjacent first mounting strips. The first crossbeam and the second crossbeam constitute a frame structure.
[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution, the fixing plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the top cover, the top ends of the first mounting strip and the second mounting strip are fixedly connected to the top of the fixing plate, the first sheet metal plate and the third sheet metal plate are inserted between the first mounting strip and the second mounting strip, the second sheet metal plate is inserted between the two second mounting strips, and the first sheet metal plate, the second sheet metal plate and the third sheet metal plate are connected by the first mounting strip and the second mounting strip to form a conical cover structure.
[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution, the fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth sheet metal plates are connected by the first and second mounting strips to form a conical structure.
[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution, the fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth and ninth sheet metal plates are all sheet metal plates with a multi-level stepped cross-section.
[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution, the first sheet metal plate, the second sheet metal plate, and the third sheet metal plate are all sheet metal plates with a multi-level stepped structure in cross-section.
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution, the first mounting strip and the second mounting strip are symmetrically provided with slots on both sides, and the first mounting strip and the second mounting strip are arranged in a Z-shape.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0015] In use, this invention features a first and second roof assembly with staggered heights, forming a conical canopy structure. This not only facilitates rainwater drainage but also increases the internal space of the canopy, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Furthermore, the sheet metal of both the first and second roof assemblies has a multi-tiered stepped cross-section, reducing weight and cost. The staggered height distribution increases the complexity and stability of the roof structure, with different heights mutually supporting and restraining each other, better resisting wind and snow loads. The stepped corrugated structure disperses wind pressure, significantly improving wind resistance compared to traditional planar structures, thus enhancing the overall structural strength and safety of the canopy. The grooves created by the height difference form directional water flow channels, preventing water accumulation and facilitating drainage. The vein-like structure increases air circulation, reducing surface temperature under direct sunlight, minimizing stress concentration, delaying metal fatigue, and extending service life. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal canopy.
[0017] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the columns and ring beams of a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal canopy.
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the first roof component of a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal awning.
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting frame assembly structure for a biomimetic enhanced sheet metal canopy.
[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the second roof component of a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal canopy.
[0021] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal canopy during the insertion of sheet metal panels.
[0022] Reference numerals: 1. Column; 2. First canopy assembly; 21. Canopy cover; 22. Fixing plate; 23. First sheet metal plate; 24. Second sheet metal plate; 25. Third sheet metal plate; 3. Second canopy assembly; 31. Fourth sheet metal plate; 32. Fifth sheet metal plate; 33. Sixth sheet metal plate; 34. Seventh sheet metal plate; 35. Eighth sheet metal plate; 36. Ninth sheet metal plate; 4. Ring beam; 5. Mounting frame assembly; 51. First mounting strip; 52. Second mounting strip; 53. First crossbeam; 54. Second crossbeam. Detailed Implementation
[0023] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more comprehensive description of the utility model will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which show several embodiments of the utility model. However, the utility model can be implemented in different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described in the text. On the contrary, these embodiments are provided to make the disclosure of the utility model more thorough and comprehensive.
[0024] This utility model provides a biomimetic reinforced sheet metal canopy. Please refer to [reference needed]. Figures 1-6 As shown, it includes a column 1, a ring beam 4 fixedly connected to the top of the column 1, a second canopy assembly 3 set on the top of the ring beam 4, a first canopy assembly 2 set on the top of the second canopy assembly 3, a mounting frame assembly 5 set on the inner side of the ring beam 4, and the first canopy assembly 2 and the second canopy assembly 3 connected by the mounting frame assembly 5. The first canopy assembly 2 includes a top cover 21, a fixing plate 22, a first sheet metal plate 23, a second sheet metal plate 24 and a third sheet metal plate 25. The second canopy assembly 3 includes a fourth sheet metal plate 31, a fifth sheet metal plate 32, a sixth sheet metal plate 33, a seventh sheet metal plate 34, an eighth sheet metal plate 35 and a ninth sheet metal plate 36.
[0025] In this embodiment, the first canopy assembly 2 and the second canopy assembly 3 are connected by the mounting bracket assembly 5 to form a staggered canopy structure, which is both aesthetically pleasing and facilitates drainage. The canopy formed by the first canopy assembly 2 and the second canopy assembly 3 has a biomimetic leaf vein stepped design for its sheet metal, which balances weather resistance and weight. It is lightweight, and the micro-veins replace solid materials in low-stress areas, which is lightweight, can disperse wind loads, reduce the risk of local deformation, and has strong wind pressure resistance. The grooves with varying heights form directional water flow channels, which prevent water accumulation and facilitate drainage. The vein-like structure increases the air circulation layer, reduces the surface temperature under direct sunlight, reduces stress concentration, delays metal fatigue, and extends service life.
[0026] Furthermore, the mounting frame assembly 5 includes first mounting strips 51 fixedly connected to the four corners of the ring beam 4 and second mounting strips 52 fixedly connected to the inner side of the ring beam 4. First crossbeams 53 and second crossbeams 54 are fixedly connected to both sides of the first mounting strips 51. There are six second mounting strips 52, which are fixed to the top of the first crossbeams 53 and the second crossbeams 54. The second mounting strips 52 are arranged between two adjacent first mounting strips 51. The first crossbeams 53 and the second crossbeams 54 form a frame structure. In use, the frame is formed by the first mounting strips 51 and the second mounting strips 52. The slots opened on both sides of the first mounting strips 51 and the second mounting strips 52 allow for direct insertion to quickly complete the installation of the first canopy assembly 2 and the second canopy assembly 3. The first crossbeams 53 and the second crossbeams 54 support the assembly, improving its stability.
[0027] Furthermore, the fixing plate 22 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the top cover 21, and the top ends of the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52 are fixedly connected to the top of the fixing plate 22. The first sheet metal plate 23 and the third sheet metal plate 25 are inserted between the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52, and the second sheet metal plate 24 is inserted between the two second mounting strips 52. The first sheet metal plate 23, the second sheet metal plate 24 and the third sheet metal plate 25 are connected by the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52 to form a conical cover structure. In use, the first sheet metal plate 23, the second sheet metal plate 24 and the third sheet metal plate 25 are inserted to form the front and back sides, and the first sheet metal plate 23 and the third sheet metal plate 25 are inserted to form the two sides. The top cover 21 is fixed to the top of the mounting frame assembly 5 to form a trapezoidal canopy roof for easy drainage.
[0028] Furthermore, the fourth sheet metal plate 31, the fifth sheet metal plate 32, the sixth sheet metal plate 33, the seventh sheet metal plate 34, the eighth sheet metal plate 35, and the ninth sheet metal plate 36 are connected by the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52 to form a conical structure.
[0029] The fourth sheet metal plate 31 and the fifth sheet metal plate 32 are inserted between the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52, and are fixedly connected by bolts. The sixth sheet metal plate 33 and the seventh sheet metal plate 34 are inserted between the two second mounting strips 52, and are fixedly connected by bolts. The eighth sheet metal plate 35 and the ninth sheet metal plate 36 are inserted between the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52, and are fixedly connected by bolts. In use, the fourth sheet metal plate 31 and the fifth sheet metal plate 32, the sixth sheet metal plate 33 and the seventh sheet metal plate 34, the eighth sheet metal plate 35 and the ninth sheet metal plate 36 are fixedly connected by bolts to form the front and back sides, and the fourth sheet metal plate 31 and the fifth sheet metal plate 32, the eighth sheet metal plate 35 and the ninth sheet metal plate 36 are fixedly connected by bolts to form the two sides, forming a conical canopy.
[0030] Furthermore, the fourth sheet metal plate 31, the fifth sheet metal plate 32, the sixth sheet metal plate 33, the seventh sheet metal plate 34, the eighth sheet metal plate 35, and the ninth sheet metal plate 36 are all sheet metal plates with a multi-level stepped cross-section. The first sheet metal plate 23, the second sheet metal plate 24, and the third sheet metal plate 25 are also sheet metal plates with a multi-level stepped cross-section. Through a biomimetic leaf vein stepped design, both weather resistance and weight are considered. The weight is relatively light, and the micro-veins replace solid materials in low-stress areas, resulting in lightweight construction. This can disperse wind loads, reduce the risk of local deformation, and has strong wind pressure resistance. Moreover, the grooves with varying elevations form directional water flow channels, preventing water accumulation and facilitating drainage. The vein-like structure increases the air circulation layer, reduces the surface temperature under direct sunlight, reduces stress concentration, delays metal fatigue, and extends service life.
[0031] Furthermore, both sides of the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52 are symmetrically provided with slots, and the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52 are arranged in a Z-shape. In use, this facilitates the quick assembly of the first canopy assembly 2 and the mounting frame assembly 5 to form a conical canopy structure.
[0032] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: In use, the column 1 and the ring beam 4 are fixedly connected by bolts to form a support frame. Then, the first mounting strip 51 is fixedly installed on the four corners of the inner side of the ring beam 4 by bolts, and the second mounting strip 52 is fixedly installed on the inner side of the second mounting strip 52 by bolts. The first crossbeam 53 and the second crossbeam 54 are fixedly installed at the bottom of the frame formed by the first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52. The fourth sheet metal plate 31 and the fifth sheet metal plate 32 are stacked, the seventh sheet metal plate 34 and the seventh sheet metal plate 34 are stacked, and the eighth sheet metal plate 35 and the ninth sheet metal plate 36 are connected. After being stacked and fixed with bolts, the plates are inserted along the slots of the second mounting strip 52 and the first mounting strip 51 for easy installation. Then, the first sheet metal plate 23, the second sheet metal plate 24, and the third sheet metal plate 25 are inserted along the slots of the second mounting strip 52 and the first mounting strip 51. The first sheet metal plate 23, the second sheet metal plate 24, and the third sheet metal plate 25 are then fixed to form the bottom of the frame using the clips. The first mounting strip 51 and the second mounting strip 52 are fixedly connected to the fixing plate 22 using bolts. Finally, the top cover 21 is fixedly connected to the fixing plate 22 to complete the installation.
[0033] The present invention has been described above by way of example in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the specific implementation of the present invention is not limited to the above-described manner. Any non-substantial improvement made by adopting the inventive concept and technical solution of the present invention, or the direct application of the inventive concept and technical solution of the present invention to other occasions without modification, shall be within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A biomimetic reinforced sheet metal awning, characterized in that: The device includes a column (1), a ring beam (4) fixedly connected to the top of the column (1), a second canopy assembly (3) provided on the top of the ring beam (4), a first canopy assembly (2) provided on the top of the second canopy assembly (3), and a mounting frame assembly (5) provided on the inner side of the ring beam (4). The first canopy assembly (2) and the second canopy assembly (3) are connected through the mounting frame assembly (5).
2. A bionic reinforced tarpaulin according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first canopy assembly (2) includes a roof cover (21), a fixing plate (22), a first sheet metal plate (23), a second sheet metal plate (24) and a third sheet metal plate (25), and the second canopy assembly (3) includes a fourth sheet metal plate (31), a fifth sheet metal plate (32), a sixth sheet metal plate (33), a seventh sheet metal plate (34), an eighth sheet metal plate (35) and a ninth sheet metal plate (36).
3. A bionic reinforced tarpaulin according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting bracket assembly (5) includes a first mounting strip (51) fixedly connected to the four corners of the ring beam (4) and a second mounting strip (52) fixedly connected to the inner side of the ring beam (4). The first mounting strip (51) is fixedly connected to a first crossbeam (53) and a second crossbeam (54) on both sides. There are six second mounting strips (52), which are fixed to the top of the first crossbeam (53) and the second crossbeam (54). The second mounting strips (52) are arranged between two adjacent first mounting strips (51). The first crossbeam (53) and the second crossbeam (54) constitute a frame structure.
4. A bionic reinforced tarpaulin according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixing plate (22) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the top cover (21). The top ends of the first mounting strip (51) and the second mounting strip (52) are fixedly connected to the top of the fixing plate (22). The first sheet metal plate (23) and the third sheet metal plate (25) are inserted between the first mounting strip (51) and the second mounting strip (52). The second sheet metal plate (24) is inserted between the two second mounting strips (52). The first sheet metal plate (23), the second sheet metal plate (24) and the third sheet metal plate (25) are connected by the first mounting strip (51) and the second mounting strip (52) to form a conical cover structure.
5. A bionic reinforced tarpaulin according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fourth sheet metal plate (31), the fifth sheet metal plate (32), the sixth sheet metal plate (33), the seventh sheet metal plate (34), the eighth sheet metal plate (35), and the ninth sheet metal plate (36) are connected by the first mounting strip (51) and the second mounting strip (52) to form a conical structure.
6. A bionic reinforced tarpaulin according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fourth sheet metal plate (31), the fifth sheet metal plate (32), the sixth sheet metal plate (33), the seventh sheet metal plate (34), the eighth sheet metal plate (35), and the ninth sheet metal plate (36) are all sheet metal plates with a multi-level stepped structure in cross-section.
7. A bionic reinforced tarpaulin according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first sheet metal plate (23), the second sheet metal plate (24) and the third sheet metal plate (25) are all sheet metal plates, and their cross-sections have a multi-level stepped structure.
8. The biomimetic reinforced sheet metal tent according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first mounting strip (51) and the second mounting strip (52) are symmetrically provided with slots on both sides, and the first mounting strip (51) and the second mounting strip (52) are arranged in a Z shape.