Glass-Aluminum Facade Assembly With Expandable Glass Anchors

The patent replaces the chemical bonding system (structural silicone gluing) with a mechanical connection system (expandable connectors). The connectors are inserted into holes in the glass and expanded to create a mechanical anchor, eliminating reliance on adhesive strength and directly utilizing the load-bearing capacity of the glass-aluminum composite structure.

The patent changes the connection mechanism from a continuous adhesive bond to discrete mechanical anchor points. This parameter change allows the structure to utilize the inherent strength of the glass and aluminum components more effectively, as the mechanical connectors can be optimized to fully engage the load-bearing potential of both materials.

The patent segments the connection system into separate, independently manufacturable components: the secondary frame with engagement seats, the glass window with holes, and the expandable connectors. This allows each component to be manufactured separately using simple processes, then quickly assembled on-site by inserting and expanding the connectors, dramatically reducing manufacturing complexity while maintaining secure attachment.

The secondary frame is prepared in advance with engagement seats formed in its engagement surface, but the actual connection is deferred until on-site assembly. The expandable connectors are designed to be inserted and expanded in a single straightforward operation, eliminating the need for complex pre-assembly steps while ensuring reliable attachment.

By segmenting the connection system into separate components that can be manufactured independently and assembled quickly on-site, the patent eliminates time-consuming transport and multi-step assembly operations. The simple insert-and-expand process dramatically reduces manufacturing time and associated costs while maintaining secure attachment.

The expandable connectors are designed to be self-installing through a simple expansion mechanism that requires minimal tools and operations. The connectors expand within the glass holes to create their own secure anchorage, eliminating the need for complex fastening procedures and specialized assembly operations.

The patent employs a reversible mechanical connection system where the expandable connectors can be easily removed by collapsing them, allowing the glass window to be detached from the secondary frame without damage. This dynamic connection mechanism enables simple disassembly for repairs or recycling while maintaining secure attachment during service.

The patent extracts the connection function from a permanent chemical bond and implements it through removable mechanical connectors. This allows the connection to be easily extracted or reversed when needed for repair or recycling, while still providing secure attachment during normal use.