MODULAR FLOORING SYSTEM CREATING SEQUENTIAL DRY TRANSITION ROUTES DEPENDING ON WATER LEVEL.

Abstract

The invention relates to a modular ground system used to create safe passageways in areas where water may accumulate above ground level due to flooding, inundation, or similar reasons.

Description

1 TARIFF CREATING A SUCCESSIVE DRY PASSAGE ROUTE DEPENDING ON WATER LEVEL MODULAR FLOORING SYSTEM Technical Area 5 The invention relates to water above ground level caused by flooding, inundation, or similar reasons. In order to create safe passage routes in areas where water accumulation is likely to occur. It relates to the modular flooring system used. The invention specifically concerns a modular system that forms a common ground surface under normal operating conditions. selected ground cells, formed by the rise in water level. the combination of mechanical action and mechanical preparatory movement transferred from the adjacent cell depending on its occurrence, its sequential rise, the rising cells 15 and low-level drainage zones for water drainage of non-rising cells It relates to a modular flooring system that enables its use as such. State of the Art Floods, flash floods and water inundations affect schools, hospitals, public buildings, industrial facilities, warehouses, The ground in structures such as parking lots and pedestrian areas can become unusable in a short time. This can cause the water level to rise inside the building. or continuity of a safe evacuation route for people in open areas normal passage surfaces can be damaged even by low-level flooding. It may become unusable. In known technology, temporary elevated walking platforms are used against flooding; they are portable. transition elements, floating platforms, barriers that rise depending on the water level, and Float-based mobile structures can be used. These solutions include a 30 In this section, the structure or platform is directly elevated by the buoyancy of the water. In such structures, the load-bearing position of the movable surface is determined by the water level and buoyancy force. Because they are directly related, the forces created by human or equipment loads also It can have an effect on mobile structures and buoyancy elements. In other solutions... after the flood occurs, portable platforms or temporary crossings 35 The placement of personnel is required by the staff. This is especially true in this situation. 2 In rapidly developing floods, preparation time increases and dependence on human intervention is increased. It consists of modular structures that rise independently depending on the water level. On the surfaces, the individual modules are located at different levels, creating a continuous and rigid structure. This can make it difficult to create a walking surface. Also, in known systems... With the arrival of water, multiple soil modules randomly or separated from each other 5 While it is possible for it to move independently, it must start from a specific point. towards a specific safe exit point, pre-defined mechanically and a plan to create a series of dry passage routes There is a need for this. Therefore, the increase in water level is only a trigger. used, the load of the raised ground cells is transferred by mechanical load-bearing elements 10 where cells move sequentially instead of independently and randomly it is activated in this way and the non-rising surfaces simultaneously serve as drainage zones. A new modular flooring system is needed for the job. In conclusion, the existence of the above problems and the inadequacy of the current solutions are relevant to the 15 This has made it necessary to make improvements in the technical field. Purpose of the Invention The present invention eliminates the aforementioned disadvantages and contributes to the relevant technical field in 20 creating successive dry passage routes dependent on water level, which brings new advantages. It is related to modular flooring systems. The main purpose of the invention is to provide protection on the normal ground surface when flooding occurs. a modular 25 that passively mechanically creates a continuous and dry passage route. The goal is to establish a ground system. The purpose of the invention is to separate soil cells from each other as a result of rising water levels. by preventing independent and random ascent, it follows a predetermined path. This resulted in a modular floor system that allows for sequential activation throughout 30 to place. Another aim of the invention is to raise a ground cell only when the water level changes. not only should it be sufficient, but also mechanical preparation or permission from the previous cell should be required. 35 having a two-conditional mechanical activation system that requires the movement to be taken. The goal is to create a modular flooring system. 3 Another objective of the invention is to mechanically connect the rising ground cell to the next cell. by preparing the dry crossing route from the starting point to the exit point a modular flooring system that enables its correct, gradual construction to place. Another aim of the invention is to mechanically connect rising adjacent ground cells to each other. By enabling them to lock together, instead of individually moving platforms, they are continuous and The aim is to create a modular flooring system that forms a load-bearing transition surface. Another purpose of the invention is to enable people or equipment to be placed on the raised access panel. Instead of the load being carried by the buoy, it comes into play after the load rises. transfer of mechanical support and locking elements to the main ground body The aim is to create a modular flooring system that provides this functionality. Another objective of the invention is to create 15 ground cells that are not included in the dry passage route. by keeping the water level low, the water moves along the sides of the raised path. The goal is to create a modular flooring system that generates drainage zones. Another purpose of the invention is to electronically control the dry transit route that will be created. Mechanical transfer between cells without the use of a unit or software 20 the ability to pre-program by placing or modifying its connections The aim is to create a modular flooring system that provides this functionality. Another purpose of the invention is to allow the water level to reach a second, higher level. 25 The goal is to create a modular flooring system. Another purpose of the invention is to maintain the passage route during periods of receding water levels. the floor to prevent the cells in the middle from closing prematurely The cells are brought back to their starting position in a controlled manner, in the reverse order of their ascent. 30 The goal is to create a modular floor system that allows for rotation. Another purpose of the invention is to generate electrical energy, an electronic water level sensor, and a central system. A reliable emergency exit that can operate without the use of a control unit or software. The aim is to create a modular floor system that forms the system. 35 4 To fulfill all the purposes mentioned above and those that can be derived from the detailed explanation. The invention is based on the principle that the ground level rises due to flooding, inundation, or similar causes. Creating safe passage routes in areas where water may accumulate. It is a modular flooring system used for this purpose, - The main ground body, which forms the main load-bearing structure of the modular floor system, 5 - placed side-by-side and / or sequentially on the main ground body multiple modular floor cells, - located in the upper section of the modular floor cell and for normal use located at the same level as the main ground body during flooding The movable transition panel forming the elevated dry transition path, 10 - water located in areas accessible to water beneath the modular floor cells level trigger element, - located under the transition panel within the modular floor cell and the transition vertical movement and transport mechanism that raises the panel, - 15 from the water level triggering element inside the modular ground cell whether the movement will be transferred to the vertical movement and transport mechanism determining mechanical selection element, - located between modular floor cells and a modular floor cell modular floor that follows the mechanical movement generated during activation sequential transmission link that transfers the signal to the mechanical selection element of the cell, 20 - connecting adjacent transition panels located between and rising between them locking the neighboring cell, - Transition panel and vertical movement and transport within the modular floor cell. a raised modular floor located in a position associated with the mechanism the reverse 25 that allows the cells to return to their starting position in a controlled manner It is related to the inclusion of a return element. The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below. And thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to these figures, it becomes clearer. This will be understood as such. Therefore, the evaluation should also include these forms and detailed explanations. 30 This should be done taking that into consideration. Figures that will help understand the invention. Figure 1: Cross-sectional view of the modular floor system, the subject of the invention, in its normal state. 35 Figure 2: Normal condition of the transition panel of the modular flooring system subject to the invention. This is a cross-sectional view. Figure 3: The raised position of the transition panel belonging to the modular flooring system that is the subject of the invention. This is a cross-sectional view. Figure 4: Conditional elevation of the transition panel of the modular floor system subject to the invention. 5 It is a cross-sectional view of the condition. Figure 5: Cross-section of the adjacent cell lock of the modular floor system that is the subject of the invention. It is the appearance. Figure 6: General overview of the modular floor system in operation. It is the appearance. 10 Figure 7: Second-stage elevation of the modular floor system, the subject of the invention. It is a cross-sectional view of the element. Explanation of Part References 10. Main ground body 20. Modular floor cell 30. Transition panel 40. Water level trigger element 50. Vertical movement and transport mechanism 20 60. Mechanical selection element 70. Sequential transfer link 80. Adjacent cell lock 90. Drainage area 100. Safety curb 25 110. Second-level promotion element 120. Return element s. water level Detailed Description of the Invention This detailed description explains the preferred modular flooring system that is the subject of the invention. alternatives, solely for the purpose of better understanding the subject and without any limitations It is explained in a way that will not create an impact. 35 6 Figure 1 shows a cross-sectional view of the modular floor system, which is the subject of the invention, in its normal state. Accordingly, the modular ground system in its most basic form is the main ground body (10) Multiple modular floors placed side-by-side and / or sequentially on it cell (20) is located in the upper part of the modular floor cell (20), normal During use, the main ground body (10) is at the same level as the flood 5 In this case, the movable transition panel (30) which forms the raised dry transition route, water located in the sections where water can reach under the modular floor cells (20) The level trigger element (40) raises the switch panel (30) and in the working position. mechanically supporting vertical movement and carrying mechanism (50), modular floor The vertical movement of the water level inside cell (20) from the trigger element (40) is 10 mechanical which determines whether or not it will be transferred to the movement and conveying mechanism (50) The selection element (60) is located between the modular floor cells (20) and is a modular following the mechanical movement that occurs during the activation of the ground cell (20) sequential transfer that transfers the modular floor cell (20) to the mechanical selection element (60) connection (70), located between the transition panels (30) and the rising adjacent transition 15 Adjacent cell lock (80) locking panels (30) together, rising passage panels (30) between the modular ground cells (20) that remain at a low level of water The drainage zone (90) which directs the flow is located on at least one side of the transition panel (30). safety curb located and forming a physical boundary along the elevated route edge (100), transition panel (30) second working height higher than first working height 20 second stage raising element (110) that brings it to its height, raised modular The back allows the ground cells (20) to return to their starting position in a controlled manner. It contains a return element (120). The main soil, which forms the main load-bearing structure of the modular floor system that is the subject of the invention, is 25 multiple placed side by side and / or consecutively on the body (10) There are modular ground cells (20). The modular ground cell (20) in question, under normal operating conditions, transition panels of other modular floor cells (20) (30) has a transition panel (30) at the same level. Thus the system is flood-resistant. If not available, it can be used as a normal floor surface. (Bet 30) passing transition panels (30) on the upper part of the modular floor cell (20) It is positioned at the same level as the main ground body (10) during normal use. It is located and has an elevated dry passage route in case of flooding. It constitutes. 35 7 Underneath the modular floor cells (20), the water level in the sections where water can reach There are triggering elements (40). With the rise in water level, the water level The vertical movement occurring on the trigger element (40) activates the relevant switching panel (30) Instead of being directly transported, it is transferred to the mechanical selection element (60). The mechanical selection element (60) is located on the transition path of the relevant modular floor cell (20). whether or not to include and mechanical from the previous modular floor cell (20) The water level from the trigger element depends on whether or not it receives an activation signal. (40) transfer of the incoming motion to the vertical motion and conveying mechanism (50) It provides or prevents. 10 Vertical movement and transport mechanism (50), within modular floor cell (20) located under the transition panel (30) and the transition panel (30) is raised to bring to the working position and mechanically in that working position It carries. 15 In order to enable sequential activation in the modular flooring system, each modular floor mechanical problems that occur during the raising of the transition panel (30) in the cell (20) sequential which enables the transmission of the movement to the following modular floor cell (20) There are transfer links (70). Sequential transfer links (70), modular 20 The ground cells (20) are only physically adjacent to each other and also enables them to work in a mechanical, sequential order. It makes it possible. When the transition panel (30) of a modular floor cell (20) reaches the working position, 25 A specific part of the upward movement of the transition panel (30), sequential transmission link (70) is converted into a mechanical output movement by and this movement follows The modular floor cell (20) mechanical selection element (60) ready for transition This brings it to that position. Thus, not only does the water level rise, but also... mechanical preparation movement from the previous modular floor cell (20) at time 30 This becomes necessary for the activation of the subsequent modular ground cell (20). and the system follows a predetermined path, not randomly. Its operation is ensured. During the raising of the transition panel (30) of the initial modular floor cell (20) 35 The sequential transfer link (70) is being moved. The sequential transfer link 8 (70) movement, mechanical of the modular ground cell (20) following the route. This process makes the selection element (60) ready for transition. However, this process is second The modular floor cell (20) causes the transition panel (30) to rise directly. It does not happen. The transition panel (30) of the second modular floor cell (20) is not rising. For this to be the case, both conditions shown in Figure 4 must be met simultaneously. 5 The first condition is; successive transfer connection (70) from the previous modular ground cell (20) This means that the mechanical preparatory movement has been taken by means of this. The second condition is the water level trigger in the second modular ground cell (20). The element (40) has reached the specified water level. When both conditions are met, the mechanical selection element (60) is the water level. the movement of the trigger element (40) to the vertical movement and conveying mechanism (50) transferring and thus raising the second transition panel (30). The second transition panel 15 (30) rising by moving its own successive transmission link (70) the third This makes the modular floor cell (20) ready for passage. This process is repeated along the route, in the form H1 → H2 → H3 → H4 → H5. A series of dry transition surfaces are created. In this structure, any modular floor 20 The presence of only high water level in cell (20) previous modular floor unless mechanical preparation movement is taken from the cell (20) the modular It does not raise the transition panel (30) of the ground cell (20). Since the direction of successive transmission links (70) can be changed during installation, 25 the path progresses to the right, left or opposite modular ground cell (20) It can be programmed mechanically, and this feature does not require electronic control. It allows for the creation of different evacuation routes. With the transition panels (30) reaching their working position, the 30 shown in Figure 5 Adjacent cell locks (80) are activated. Adjacent cell lock (80), modular floor The transition panels (30) of the cells (20) are located between two adjacent transition panels. It is mechanically locked when the panel (30) reaches the same operating level. The locking operation involves the vertical and lateral alignment of the raised transition panels (30) relative to each other. restricting their movement and the transition panels (30) have a single continuous carrier surface 35 It enables it to function like this. The passage route thanks to the adjacent cell lock (80). 9 The surface formed along its length maintains its rigidity even under point user loads, and A portion of the load is transferred to the neighboring modular floor cells (20). Thus The load on the transition panel (30) is only the vertical of the relevant modular floor cell (20). not only by the movement and transport mechanism (50), but also by the adjacent modular It is also shared by the ground cells (20) and the overall load of the system is 5 Its capacity is being increased. Raised transition panels (30) and non-raised modular floor cells (20) The difference in elevation between them creates the natural drainage structure of the system. (Figure) The drainage zone (90) seen in 6, transition 10 in the upper part of the modular ground cell (20). When the panel (30) does not rise, it is formed as a low-level surface and water from these areas flows into the main drainage channel, collection reservoir, or outside the building It ensures that they are directed to a safe evacuation area. Thanks to this modular structure... The ground system is simultaneously divided into two different functional levels, dry at the higher elevation. A water passage is formed at the lower elevation, and a water drainage route at the lower elevation. 15 Drainage area (90) ensures that the water flows safely along the sides of the raised course. By ensuring that the passage surface remains dry and the water is removed, it both keeps the transition surface dry and prevents water from flowing away. It enables it to move in a controlled manner. The safety border (100) is located on at least one side of the passage panel (30), When the transition panel (30) is at normal ground level, the transition panel (30) is embedded at the edge of the transition panel (30). It is located in this position. With the rise in water level, the transition panel (30) stops working. When moving towards its position, the safety curb (100) also moves with the transition panel (30). together ascending upwards and a physical boundary at the edge of the elevated route 25 This boundary ensures the safety of users along the elevated transit route. to ensure that it progresses in this way and the transition panel (30) is in the working position upon arrival, without requiring any additional motor or electronic control It is activated by a completely mechanical movement. The access panel (30) start When it returns to its position, the safety border (100) moves back to the recessed position and 30 It becomes part of the normal ground surface. If the water level rises above the first activation level, the transition panel will activate. (30) Second stage upgrade which enables a higher work level element (110), vertical movement and transport inside modular floor cell (20) 35 It is located in the position associated with the mechanism (50). Water level trigger element (40) additional mechanical movement produced by reaching the second threshold level, second stage to release the lifting element (110) and the transition panel (30) first operation It is being moved to a second working height, which is higher than the first. Transition panel (30) is mechanically locked again in this position and load bearing It continues to function. This structure allows the system to withstand different flood levels from one to five. This enables the creation of a more stable transition height, especially in high water levels. It allows for the protection of safe passage routes at these levels. With the decrease in water level, the modular ground cells (20) start Return elements (120) that enable it to return to its position in a controlled manner, modular 10 Transition panel (30) inside the ground cell (20) and vertical movement and transport It is located in relation to the mechanism (50). Return elements (120), in reverse order of rise of modular ground cells (20) along the route It is structured in a way that will allow it to turn back. Thus, in the middle of the transit route This prevents premature shutdowns or downtime in the section and allows users to 15 They are able to proceed in a safe direction towards the exit. For example, if the ascent sequence was H1 → H2 → H3 → H4 → H5, then the return... The return sequence is H5 → H4 → H3 → 2 → H1, and the system water level... As it falls below the safe value, it gradually returns to the starting position at 20. It is turning. Within the scope of the invention, the terms H1, H2, H3, H4, H5 refer to the modular flooring system. To show the sequence of activation of modular floor cells (20) These are symbolic cell definitions used. These symbols represent a specific part number or 25 It does not refer to a physical component, but only to those located along the route. It is used to specify the positional order of modular floor cells (20). within the scope: • H1 is the first modular ground cell (20) located at the starting point of the route, • H2 is the second modular floor cell following H1 (20), 30 • H3 is the third modular ground cell of the route (20), • H4 is the fourth modular ground cell of the route (20), • H5 is the fifth modular ground cell (20) which is closest to the starting point of the route. It represents. This symbolic description represents the sequence of activation of the modular floor cells (20), 35 the direction of operation of successive transmission links (70), activation of adjacent locks (80) 11 to explain the sequence and controlled return logic of the return elements (120) It has been used for this purpose. The sample working principle of the modular flooring system described in the invention is as follows: 5 extending from a school building corridor to a high-level secure area outside the building Modular flooring systems can be taken as an example. During normal use, all transition panels (30) are at the same level and the system It forms an ordinary corridor floor. When water starts entering the building, the water, The water level reaches the lower sections of the modular floor cells (20). The water level first mechanically 10 When the water level in the starting cell reaches the activation level, it triggers the process. The element (40) starts the first transition panel (30) to rise by moving. Sequential transfer when the first transfer panel (30) reaches working height and locks. connection (70) mechanical selection element (60) of the second modular floor cell (20) 15 It brings the transition to a ready position. Sufficient water in the second modular ground cell (20) If the level is available, the second transition panel (30) is raised. This process was previously done mechanically. It continues along the programmed route. As neighboring access panels (30) reach working level, neighboring cell locks (80) 20 They are activated and the transition panels (30) are connected to each other. As a result, the school corridor floor remained above the water level. and creates a rigid, uninterrupted dry evacuation pathway that continues to the building's exit. It is coming. Modular ground cells (20) not included in the transit route are low 25 Since the water remains at the level, the modular floor cells (20) formed by the said level It is discharged from the drainage areas (90). The water level will rise further. In this case, the second stage upgrade elements (110) come into play and the transition The route can be upgraded to a higher second work level. Flooding... with the end of the cycle and the water level falling below the safe value, modular flooring 30 cells (20) move normally in a controlled manner from the end of the path to the beginning. It returns to ground level. 35

Claims

12 REQUESTS 1. Water above ground level due to flooding, torrential rain, or similar causes. Creating safe passage routes in areas where water accumulation is likely. It is a modular flooring system used for this purpose, and its feature is; 5 - the main soil that forms the main load-bearing structure of the modular floor system. body (10), - side by side and / or consecutively on the main ground body (10) multiple modular floor cells placed (20), - located in the upper part of the modular floor cell (20) and 10 at the same level as the main ground body (10) during normal use located and elevated dry passage route in case of flooding forming movable transition panel (30), - water can reach under the modular floor cells (20) water level trigger element (40) located in sections, 15 - under the transition panel (30) inside the modular floor cell (20) vertical movement positioned and raising the transition panel (30) transport mechanism (50), - water level trigger element inside modular ground cell (20) (40) the movement coming to the vertical movement and conveying mechanism (50) 20 Mechanical selection element (60) which determines whether or not it will be transferred. - located between modular floor cells (20) and a modular floor mechanical movement that occurs during activation of the cell (20) mechanical selection element of the following modular floor cell (20) (60) sequential transfer link (70), 25 - adjacent transition located between transition panels (30) and rising Neighboring cell lock (80) which locks the panels (30) together, - transition panel (30) and vertical inside modular floor cell (20) located in relation to the movement and transport mechanism (50) and 30 to the starting position of the raised modular floor cells (20) Return element (120) that enables it to rotate in a controlled manner It includes.

2. A modular floor system conforming to Claim 1, characterized by its raised structure. transition panels (30) and low-level modular floor cells (20) 35 It includes a drainage zone (90) which allows water to be directed between them. 13 3. A modular flooring system conforming to Claim 1, characterized by the aforementioned transition. located on at least one side of the panel (30) and on the raised route edge It includes a safety border (100) that forms a physical boundary.

4. A modular flooring system conforming to Claim 1, characterized by its modular design. vertical movement and transport mechanism (50) inside the ground cell (20) located in a related position and the water level is above the first activation level If it comes out, the transition panel (30) should be higher than the first working height. Second stage lifting element (110) 10 that brings to second working height It includes.

Images