System for connecting at least two modules

Abstract

System for connecting at least two modules for accommodating people and / or objects, with at least two connecting elements (1, 21, 22, 23, 24), of which at least one connecting element (1, 21, 22, 23, 24) is arranged on each module characterized by the fact that at least one intermediate plate (14, 15, 25, 26) is arranged between at least two connecting elements (1, 21, 22, 23, 24).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a system for connecting at least two modules for accommodating people and / or objects according to the preamble of claim 1. State of the art

[0002] Modules are often stacked on top of each other. To prevent a module from falling, conventional modules are bolted together for security. Task

[0003] The invention has for its object to provide a connecting element for connecting containers, preferably modules, which achieves a high degree of completion without causing tolerance accumulation. Solution

[0004] The problem is solved with a system for connecting at least two modules for accommodating people and / or objects.

[0005] The system comprises at least two connecting elements, of which at least one connecting element is arranged on each module.

[0006] At least one intermediate plate is arranged between at least two connecting elements. Module

[0007] A module is a large-capacity container for holding and / or transporting objects.

[0008] The module can also be equipped as temporary or permanent living space for people.

[0009] By way of example only, but not exclusively, the following assumes a module that is intended for the storage and / or transport of objects.

[0010] Modules are available in a standardized and / or normed form. The standardization of modules is done to simplify transport and / or logistical planning.

[0011] Modules can be of different sizes. Modules can be arranged one above the other and / or side by side. If two modules are positioned one above the other, the bottom of the upper module rests on the top of the module below it.

[0012] By way of example only, but not exclusively, the module may comprise a steel frame and / or a steel structure. The steel structure may have interconnected struts. System for connecting modulesConnecting element of the system

[0013] The system comprises at least two connecting elements.

[0014] At least one connecting element is arranged on each module.

[0015] The connecting element has a three-dimensional shape. The three-dimensional shape is described by its surface. The surface of the connecting element can be composed of flat and / or curved surface pieces. The connecting element can have the shape of a cube or a cuboid. It goes without saying that the connecting element can also have another three-dimensional shape.

[0016] For the sake of example, but not exclusively, the following assumes that a connecting element is located at each corner of the module. However, it goes without saying that the connecting elements can also be located at other locations on the module.

[0017] If two modules are arranged one above the other, in this example the connecting elements arranged at the corners of the floor of the upper module are positioned above the connecting elements arranged at the corners of the ceiling of the lower module.

[0018] The connecting element can be positioned at each corner of the module. Connecting element with center and legs

[0019] The connecting element may have a center from which at least two legs protrude.

[0020] At least one leg of the connecting element can have a connection element that engages a component of the module attached to the leg. The connecting element is secured in the module using the connection elements. Preferably, but not exclusively, the component is a component of the module.

[0021] The connecting element of the connecting element can engage into the interior of the component, which is detachably attached to the connecting element.

[0022] By way of example only, the connecting element can alternatively be inserted into a recess in the module's envelope. The envelope refers to the sum of all surfaces bounding the module. The envelope encompasses all sides of the module, including the ceiling and floor of the module. Preferably, but not exclusively, a recess can be provided at each corner of the module's envelope, into which a connecting element is inserted. The connecting element can be screwed to the module in the recess.

[0023] A hole penetrates the center of the connecting element perpendicular to the legs. Preferably, but not exclusively, a hole also penetrates each leg of the connecting element perpendicularly. However, it goes without saying that additional holes may be provided.

[0024] The hole in the center of the connecting element and the holes in the legs can each have different diameters.

[0025] The holes in the connecting element can have an internal thread for inserting a screw or threaded pin. The screw has a screw head at one end. The threaded pin preferably has a point at the end facing away from the thread. When screwed in, the point of the threaded pin can protrude from the associated connecting element.

[0026] The threaded pin ensures a predetermined position of two connecting elements next to or above each other. It goes without saying that the threaded pin can also be a threadless pin.

[0027] The screw is screwed into the thread. The screw has an external thread, at least in some areas.

[0028] Preferably, but not exclusively, the screw passes through the bore of the at least one intermediate plate. The screw then passes lengthwise through the corresponding bore of the associated connecting element. After passing through the bore of the connecting element, the screw's external thread engages an internal thread of the module. In this way, the connecting element is releasably attached to the module.

[0029] It goes without saying that the center and / or the legs of the connecting element can also have holes in which no thread is inserted.

[0030] The arrangement of the holes in a common plane is referred to as the hole pattern. The hole patterns of the respective holes in the intermediate plates and the associated connecting element are identical in terms of arrangement, number, and diameter of the holes.

[0031] The holes in each intermediate plate are aligned with the holes in the corresponding connecting element. At least one intermediate plate is arranged between at least two connecting elements. The intermediate plate is discussed in more detail below. Retaining wall for connecting element

[0032] In order to achieve a positionally accurate and / or repeatable arrangement of the connecting element on the top side and / or on the bottom side of the module, at least one so-called supporting wall can be provided on the top side and / or on the bottom side of the module.

[0033] The retaining wall preferably, but not exclusively, protrudes at right angles from the top and / or bottom of the module. The retaining wall is permanently attached to the module.

[0034] When positioning several modules on top of each other, the support wall protruding from the top of the lower module and the support wall protruding from the bottom of the upper module are directed towards each other.

[0035] In order to achieve a repeatable and / or precise positioning of the connecting elements of the respective modules to one another, the connecting element abuts against the supporting wall of the corresponding module.

[0036] The retaining wall can be made of metal. However, it goes without saying that the retaining wall can also be made of another material. intermediate plate

[0037] At least one intermediate plate is arranged between at least two connecting elements.

[0038] At least one intermediate plate can lie flat against the connecting element.

[0039] Holes can be arranged in the center and in at least one of the legs of the connecting element.

[0040] Relative to the holes, an intermediate plate can rest flat against the top of the connecting element. Additionally or alternatively, the intermediate plate can also rest flat against the underside of the connecting element.

[0041] The intermediate plate can significantly improve the adhesion of a fastener, especially to another fastener.

[0042] The intermediate plate can prevent or at least reduce sound transmission from one connecting element to another. The intermediate plate can be made of a sound-absorbing material.

[0043] The intermediate plate of a fastener can also prevent or at least significantly reduce the transmission of vibrations from one fastener to another. For this purpose, the intermediate plate can be made of an anti-vibration material.

[0044] The intermediate plate can prevent or at least reduce the transmission of noise and vibrations between the modules.

[0045] Several intermediate plates may be provided to prevent or at least significantly reduce the transmission of vibrations and / or the transmission of sound between the connecting elements.

[0046] The intermediate plate can be made of an anti-vibration material. This anti-vibration material provides high vibration isolation. Vibration isolation allows modules to be stacked with only minimal vibration transmission between the modules.

[0047] Depending on its specific function, the intermediate plate can be made of plastic or metal. It goes without saying that the intermediate plate can also be made of any other material.

[0048] The intermediate plate can also have the function of a spacer between two connecting elements.

[0049] Preferably, but not exclusively, the spacer dampens impacts between the modules. The placement of a spacer can reduce the impact of impacts between the modules, particularly those caused by transport.

[0050] The intermediate plate can span two connecting elements arranged horizontally next to each other. The intermediate plate fixes the two connecting elements arranged horizontally next to each other at a predetermined distance from each other.

[0051] It goes without saying that the intermediate plate can also have any other function.

[0052] In the following, it is assumed purely by way of example, but not exclusively, that the connecting element has an L-shape. thermal insulator

[0053] At least one thermal insulator can be arranged between the intermediate plate and a connecting element.

[0054] The thermal insulator is characterized by both good heat dissipation and excellent electrical breakdown strength.

[0055] The thermal insulator can be made of a polyamide. Embodiments

[0056] At least one intermediate plate overlaps two connecting elements arranged horizontally next to each other.

[0057] At least one intermediate plate is positioned between two vertically arranged connecting elements.

[0058] The connecting element abuts at least one supporting wall, wherein the supporting wall is attached to the module.

[0059] The connecting element comprises a center and legs, with the center and the legs each having holes.

[0060] The leg has a connecting element that engages with a component that is attached to the leg.

[0061] At least one thermal insulator is arranged between an intermediate plate and a connecting element. Advantages

[0062] The connecting element for connecting modules achieves a high degree of completion.

[0063] A simultaneous and detrimental accumulation of tolerance is avoided.

[0064] The connector provides a versatile precision connection for connecting modules. The connector connects the modules from the inside, both vertically and horizontally.

[0065] The anti-vibration material provides high vibration isolation. The vibration isolation enables effective stacking of modules, with only minimal vibration transmission between modules. Drawings

[0066] Further examples and advantageous embodiments of the invention are described in more detail below with reference to the figures. Fig. 1 shows an exploded view of a connecting element which can be attached to a module by means of screws; Fig. 2 a connecting element attached to a module by means of screws; Fig. 3 an arrangement of connecting elements arranged in pairs next to each other and one above the other and Fig. 4 two connecting elements positioned next to each other with bore inserts and connecting elements.

[0067] The Fig. 1 shows an exploded view of a connecting element 1, which in the present example is provided with three holes 2, 3, 4.

[0068] The holes 2, 3, 4 each have a thread 5.

[0069] The connecting element 1 has a center 6. In the example of Fig. 1, two legs 7, 8 protrude from the connecting element 1 at right angles.

[0070] The diameter of hole 3 differs from that of the other two holes 2, 4.

[0071] A threaded pin 9 can be screwed into the hole 3, which has a larger diameter.

[0072] Screws 10, 11 can be inserted into holes 2 and 4 with the smaller diameters.

[0073] Next to the legs 7 and 8, so-called washers 12, 13 are shown. Preferably, but not exclusively, washers 12, 13 are annular discs that are pushed onto the shaft of the respective screw 10, 11. When screwed in, the washers 12, 13 transfer the force emanating from the underside of the screw head to a larger area of ​​the top or bottom of the module (not shown) into which the screw 10, 11 is screwed.

[0074] In the example of Fig. 1 shows two intermediate plates 14, 15. When screwed together, the intermediate plates 15 are positioned between the connecting element 1 and the top of the module (not shown).

[0075] The intermediate plates 14, 15 have holes 18, 19, 20.

[0076] In contrast, the intermediate plate 14 in the illustration of the Fig. 1, to lie on the top side of the connecting element 1 when screwed together.

[0077] In Fig. 2, a connecting element 1 (not shown) is adjacent to two supporting walls 16, 17.

[0078] In the presentation of the Fig. 2 the intermediate plate 14 rests on the connecting element 1.

[0079] The intermediate plate 14 has bores 18, 19, 20. The bores 18, 19, 20 of the intermediate plates 14 correspond to the bores 2, 3, 4 of the connecting element 1 (not shown).

[0080] The screws 10, 11 protrude into the connecting element 1 through the holes 18 and 20 of the intermediate plate 14.

[0081] The threaded pin 9 projects through the bore 19 of the intermediate plate 14 into the connecting element 1 (not shown).

[0082] In the presentation of the Fig. 3 shows an exploded view of an arrangement of connecting elements 21, 22, 23, 24 arranged in pairs next to each other and one above the other.

[0083] The connecting elements 21 and 22 as well as the connecting elements 23 and 24 are arranged horizontally next to each other.

[0084] The connecting elements 21 and 22 as well as the connecting elements 23 and 24 each lie side by side with the legs 8.

[0085] The threaded pins 9 are shown above the holes 3 of the connecting elements 21, 22.

[0086] Above the connecting elements 21 and 22, a common intermediate plate 25 and two intermediate plates 26 are shown.

[0087] In the presentation of the Fig. 3, the intermediate plate 25 overlaps the connecting elements 21, 22 positioned horizontally next to each other. The intermediate plate 25 is made of steel. The intermediate plate 25 holds the two connecting elements 21 and 22 in a position in which the connecting elements 21 and 22 rest side by side with their legs 8.

[0088] On the side of the intermediate plate 25 facing away from the connecting elements 21 and 22, two separate intermediate plates 26 are shown. The intermediate plates 26 prevent the transmission of vibrations between the connecting elements 23, 24 and the connecting elements 21, 22.

[0089] Thermal insulators 27 are shown between the intermediate plates 26 and the connecting elements 23 and 24. The thermal insulators 27 interrupt heat transfer between the connecting elements 21 and 22 and the connecting elements 23 and 24.

[0090] In the Fig. 3, the connecting elements 23 and 24 are positioned in pairs vertically above the connecting elements 21 and 22.

[0091] In the assembled state (not shown), the threaded pins 9 engage in the bores 3 of the connecting elements 21, 22. From bottom to top, the threaded pins 9 pass through the intermediate plate 25 and through the intermediate plates 26.

[0092] Before entering the connecting elements 23 and 24, the threaded pins 9 pass through the thermal insulators 27.

[0093] In the opposite direction, the screws 10, 11 extend through the corresponding holes in the connecting elements 23 and 24, through the thermal insulators 27, through the intermediate plates 26, through the common intermediate plate 25, and through the connecting elements 21 and 22. On the side of the connecting elements 21 and 22 facing away from the common intermediate plate 25, the screws 10, 11 are anchored in the module (not shown).

[0094] In the Fig. 3, the centers of the connecting elements 21, 22, 23, 24 are designated by reference numerals 6. In contrast, the respective legs bear the reference numerals 7 and 8.

[0095] In the Fig. 4 shows two connecting elements 21 and 22 arranged next to each other.

[0096] The connecting elements 21 and 22 each have a bore insert 28. The bore inserts 28 are inserted into the bores 3 of the connecting elements 21 and 22.

[0097] The bore inserts 28 are arranged to receive the threaded pins 9 (not shown). Preferably, but not exclusively, the bore insert 28 is made of a plastic. However, it goes without saying that the bore insert 28 can also be made of a different material.

[0098] The legs 7 and 8 of the connecting elements 21 and 22 have in the illustration of the Fig. 4 each has a connecting element 29.

[0099] The connecting elements 29 of the connecting elements 21 and 22 each engage the interior of a component (not shown) that is attached to the connecting elements 21 and 22. List of reference numbers 1 connecting element 2 Hole connecting element 3 Hole connecting element 4 Hole connecting element 5 threads 6 Center 7 legs 8 legs 9 threaded pins 10 screw 11 Screw 12 Washer 13 Washer 14 Intermediate plate 15 Intermediate plate 16 Retaining wall 17 Retaining wall 18 Hole intermediate plate 19 Hole intermediate plate 20 Hole intermediate plate 21 Connecting element 22 Connecting element 23 Connecting element 24 connecting element 25 Common intermediate plate 26 Intermediate plate (vibration) 27 Thermal insulator 28 Bore insert 29 Connection element

Claims

[1] System for connecting at least two modules for accommodating people and / or objects, with at least two connecting elements (1, 21, 22, 23, 24), of which at least one connecting element (1, 21, 22, 23, 24) is arranged on a respective module characterized by , that at least one intermediate plate (14, 15, 25, 26) is arranged between at least two connecting elements (1, 21, 22, 23, 24). [2] System according to claim 1 characterized by that at least one intermediate plate (14, 15, 25, 26) overlaps two connecting elements (1, 21, 22, 23, 24) arranged horizontally next to one another. [3] System according to claim 1 characterized by that at least one intermediate plate (14, 15, 25, 26) is positioned between two connecting elements (1, 21, 22, 23, 24) arranged vertically to one another. [4] System according to claim 1 characterized bythat the connecting element (1, 21, 22, 23, 24) abuts against at least one supporting wall (16, 17), wherein the supporting wall (16, 17) is fastened to one of the modules. [5] System according to claim 1 characterized by that the connecting element (1, 21, 22, 23, 24) comprises a center (6) and legs (7, 8), wherein the center (6) and the legs (7, 8) each have bores (2, 3, 4). [6] System according to claim 5 characterized by that the leg (7, 8) has a connecting element (29) which engages in a component which is attached to the leg (7, 8). [7] System according to claim 1 characterized by that at least one thermal insulator (27) is arranged between an intermediate plate (14, 15, 25, 26) and a connecting element (1, 21, 22, 23, 24).

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