Honeycomb Panel Edge Reinforcement for Resizing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for modifying industrially produced lightweight panels with honeycomb structures for furniture weaken the load-bearing parts when resized, as they either require specialized tools or result in non-load-bearing reinforcements.
Innovation Solution
A method involving the removal of an edge strip, separation of the honeycomb structure from outer layers, insertion of a sturdy replacement board, and subsequent clamping to maintain structural integrity, allowing for resizing without weakening the panel.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the honeycomb structure is cut or sawn to modify the size of the furniture piece, then the furniture can be resized to fit specific spaces, but the load-bearing capacity of the panel is weakened and edge reinforcements become non-functional
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the damaged honeycomb structure from the cut edge area where it has been compromised by sawing, and replaces it with a solid wooden reinforcement element. This extraction of the weakened portion and substitution with a stronger material restores the load-bearing capacity while maintaining the customized size of the furniture piece.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a composite structure by combining the original honeycomb core with solid wooden reinforcement elements at the edges. This composite approach allows the furniture to maintain its lightweight properties from the honeycomb structure while gaining the strength and stability needed at cut edges through the wooden reinforcement.
2Strength
If adhesive elements are placed at predefined spacings in recesses of the honeycomb structure, then reinforcement can be added, but the reinforcement is limited to specific locations and cannot provide continuous load-bearing support
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the reinforcement into multiple individual wooden elements that are inserted into separate recesses along the edge. Each recess receives a reinforcement element that can be independently positioned, allowing the edge to be strengthened at multiple locations while maintaining the ability to customize the exact placement based on structural needs.
3Strength
If the honeycomb structure is compressed to make space for edge reinforcement, then reinforcement can be inserted, but the process requires specialized tools and complex procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates reinforcement elements during the initial panel assembly process, before the furniture is installed or used. By pre-inserting the wooden reinforcement elements into recesses that are formed during panel manufacturing, the structure is strengthened in advance without requiring complex field modifications or specialized compression equipment later.
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
Enables resizing of furniture components without compromising their load-bearing capacity, allowing for robust modifications such as altering depth, width, or height without creating weak points.
Implementation Method 1
The inner surfaces of the two outer layers and/or the outer surfaces of the sturdy replacement board are coated with an adhesive, and the sturdy replacement board is inserted between the two outer layers
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AI summary
A method for adaptation of dimensions of lightweight furniture panels having an internal honeycomb structure includes the steps of severing an edge strip of the panel with the structurally stable edge zone necessary for stability of the panel; cutting off the honeycomb structure flat in each case along the inner surfaces of the two outer panels; clearing out the honeycomb structure, which has been loosened by the flat cutting-off action, between the two outer panels; supplying a structurally stable replacement strip board; coating the two inner surfaces of the coating panels of the lightweight panel and/or the two outer surfaces of the structurally stable replacement strip board; pressing together the components; severing a residual strip exceeding the intended size of the processed panel from the size-adapted lightweight panel.