Composite Acoustic Damping Batten for Noise Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing acoustic damping solutions for building elements, such as battens, are costly, labor-intensive, and complex, failing to effectively reduce noise transmission between building materials due to their multi-layered and complicated installations.
Innovation Solution
A composite acoustic damping batten comprising two resilient portions with different Shore hardness values, designed to securely attach building materials to structural substrates while minimizing sound transmission, using materials like elastomeric polymeric materials and expandable polymeric materials to absorb and dissipate sound energy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If multiple layers of acoustic damping material are used to reduce noise transmission, then acoustic performance is improved, but device complexity and installation difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the acoustic damping function with the structural batten function into a single integrated component. The batten incorporates resilient portions that directly contact both the structural substrate and the facing material, eliminating the need for separate acoustic damping layers while maintaining noise reduction performance.
Solution Approach 2:
The batten serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides structural support, acts as an acoustic damping element, and serves as a fixing point for facing materials. The resilient portions are configured to contact both the structural substrate and facing material, enabling the single component to perform what previously required multiple separate elements.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If multiple layers of acoustic damping material are used to reduce noise transmission, then acoustic performance is improved, but installation time and labor requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
By merging the acoustic damping function into the batten structure itself, the installation process is simplified to a single step rather than requiring multiple separate layers to be installed sequentially. The integrated design eliminates installation time associated with handling and positioning multiple separate damping materials.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If traditional acoustic damping materials are used between building materials, then noise transmission is reduced, but the system becomes costly and complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The acoustic damping function is merged into the batten manufacturing process itself, creating a single integrated component that is easier to manufacture and install than multiple separate layers. The resilient portions are formed as part of the batten structure, eliminating the need for complex assembly operations.
4Object-affected harmful factors
If resilient portions with different Shore hardness values are used, then acoustic damping performance is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The batten is constructed from composite materials with different Shore hardness values in specific regions. The first resilient portion has a first Shore hardness value optimized for contacting the structural substrate, while the second resilient portion has a second Shore hardness value optimized for contacting the facing material, creating a composite structure that optimizes acoustic damping across different interfaces.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The composite batten provides a simple, effective means to reduce noise transmission by decoupling structure-borne vibrations, enhancing acoustic performance and structural stability, while maintaining ease of installation and familiarity with standard industry dimensions.
Implementation Method 1
at least two resilient portions, each resilient portion comprising a first face and a second face, the at least two resilient portions being conjoined such that the first face of a first resilient portion and the second face of a second resilient portion are spaced apart from each other to form opposing external surfaces of the composite acoustic damping batten
Implementation Method 2
using materials like elastomeric polymeric materials and expandable polymeric materials to absorb and dissipate sound energy
Implementation Method 3
The composite batten provides a simple, effective means to reduce noise transmission by decoupling structure-borne vibrations, enhancing acoustic performance and structural stability
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AI summary
A composite acoustic damping batten suitable for interposition between first and second building elements, the composite acoustic damping batten comprising at least two resilient portions, each resilient portion comprising a first face and a second face, the first and second resilient portions of the at least two resilient portions being conjoined such that the first face of the first resilient portion and second face of the second resilient portion are spaced apart from each other forming opposing external surfaces of the composite acoustic damping batten; wherein the first face of the first resilient portion is configured for securable contacting engagement with the first building material; and the second face of the second resilient portion is configured for securable contacting engagement with the second building material.