Glass Panel Railing With Embedded Rebar for Faster Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional railing systems, particularly those made of metal or wood, obstruct visibility and require complex on-site assembly, posing safety hazards and maintenance challenges, while glass railings lack flexibility and aesthetic appeal.
Innovation Solution
A railing system using glass panels coupled with brackets and rebars embedded in a concrete base, allowing pre-fabricated components to be assembled efficiently and safely without needing workers on the outer side of the building, with adjustable angles and minimal on-site adjustments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If metal or wood railing systems are used, then structural strength and durability are improved, but visibility is obstructed and aesthetic appeal is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from opaque materials (metal, wood) to transparent material (glass panel), fundamentally changing the optical parameter of the railing system while maintaining structural strength through the combination of glass panels with steel cables and support posts
Solution Approach 2:
The railing system employs a composite structure combining glass panels with metal support posts and steel cables, leveraging the transparency of glass and the strength of metal components to simultaneously achieve visibility and structural integrity
2Strength
If conventional railing systems are installed, then structural integrity is ensured, but installation complexity and on-site assembly time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The railing system is divided into modular components (glass panels, support posts, cable assemblies, base plates) that can be manufactured separately and assembled systematically, reducing installation complexity while maintaining overall structural integrity
Solution Approach 2:
Critical structural components such as base plates with embedded rebars and cable assemblies are prepared in advance during manufacturing, allowing for simpler and faster on-site installation while ensuring proper structural alignment and integrity
3Illumination intensity
If glass panel railing systems are used, then visibility is improved and maintenance is reduced, but flexibility and aesthetic customization are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The support posts are designed with multiple functions: providing structural support, enabling glass panel attachment, and serving as aesthetic elements with available finishes (brushed nickel, bronze, black). The system accommodates various glass panel configurations and orientations, offering versatility while maintaining the core glass panel transparency benefit
4Adaptability or versatility
If railings are cut and assembled on site, then customization to site requirements is achieved, but installation time and labor requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The railing components are pre-cut, pre-assembled, and pre-configured to match the specific site requirements before delivery. Measurements and customizations are performed during manufacturing rather than on-site, significantly reducing installation time while maintaining site-specific adaptability
Solution Approach 2:
The system is segmented into standardized modular components that can be configured for different site requirements through selective assembly rather than custom fabrication, balancing customization with installation efficiency
Data Source
AI summary
A railing system coupled to a base comprising: a plurality of first railing supports and a railing. The railing support includes a bracket and at least one rebar configured to couple the bracket with the base. At least a majority of the rebar is disposed substantially horizontally in the concrete base. The railing includes a panel, a plurality of bracket couplers, and a panel coupler configured to couple the panel and the bracket coupler. The bracket coupler is configured to be at least partly inserted in the inner space of the bracket. The panel is oriented vertically next to the concrete base.