Ceiling Panel Mounting Structure for Stable Seismic Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ceiling panel support structures fail to provide a stable and improved mounting solution for ceiling panels below a building slab, exposing underlying pipes, ducts, and electrical wirings, which compromises aesthetics and structural integrity.
Innovation Solution
A ceiling panel mounting support structure comprising an E-bracket, turnbuckle, and ceiling panel hanger, where the E-bracket is fixed to an H beam below the slab, and the turnbuckle and hanger are used to securely mount adjacent ceiling panels, enhancing stability and mounting structure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing ceiling panel support structures are used, then installation is simple, but the mounting structure is insufficient and panels are not securely fastened
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is divided into multiple functional components: E-bracket for beam attachment, turnbuckle for tension adjustment, and hanger for panel suspension. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining overall simplicity
Solution Approach 2:
The turnbuckle mechanism introduces dynamic adjustability to the mounting structure, allowing for tension adjustment and compensation of installation tolerances, thereby improving mounting reliability without requiring complex rigid structures
2Shape
If panels are not securely mounted, then installation is quick, but pipes, ducts, and electrical wirings are exposed compromising aesthetics
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure serves multiple functions: structural support, aesthetic finishing, and integration with building systems. The E-bracket and hanger system provides both secure mounting and a clean appearance while accommodating pipes and ducts
3Reliability
If traditional mounting structures are used, then installation is straightforward, but seismic resistance is insufficient and panels may detach during earthquakes
Solution Approach 1:
The turnbuckle is pre-adjusted to provide optimal tension before panel installation, and the E-bracket is securely fastened to the beam with multiple attachment points. This preliminary preparation ensures seismic resistance without requiring complex active control systems during earthquakes
Data Source
AI summary
A ceiling panel mounting support structure with an improved mounting structure includes: an E-bracket 130 installed below a slab of a building, a turnbuckle 160 coupled to the E-bracket 130, and a ceiling panel hanger 180 including a pair of mounting portions 182 on both sides based on a center and coupled to the turnbuckle 160, wherein ceiling panels 120 arranged to be adjacent to each other are mounted on the pair of mounting portion 182 of the ceiling panel hanger 180.