Modular Building Frame Using Pre-Cut Steel Components

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current building frame technologies are inadequate for construction in dangerous weather conditions and require significant manpower and contractors, making them inefficient and costly, especially in areas with limited resources or severe weather conditions.

Innovation Solution

A building frame apparatus comprising pre-cut, easily attachable components made of galvanized square tube steel, including base plates, top plates, studs, rafters, and braces, designed to be assembled without contractors, providing a cost-effective and efficient method for building strong, energy-efficient structures that can withstand extreme weather loads.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If traditional building frame technologies are used, then construction can be performed, but it requires significant manpower and contractors, increasing cost and complexity

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of constructionVSAvoidconstruction complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The building frame is divided into modular components including base plates, top plates, studs, rafters, and braces that can be independently manufactured and assembled. Each component is designed as a discrete unit with standardized connection interfaces, enabling simplified assembly without requiring complex construction processes or specialized contractors.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The building frame components are pre-cut and pre-assembled into modular sections before delivery to the construction site. This preliminary preparation eliminates the need for on-site cutting, fitting, and complex assembly operations, significantly reducing construction complexity and the need for skilled contractors.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

2Productivity

If traditional building frame technologies are used, then construction can be performed, but it takes more time and costs more, reducing productivity

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveconstruction speedVSAvoidconstruction time

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The building frame is segmented into pre-fabricated modular components that can be manufactured simultaneously and assembled rapidly on-site. This segmentation enables parallel production of multiple components and quick assembly through standardized connections, dramatically increasing construction speed and reducing overall construction time.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Components are pre-cut, pre-drilled, and pre-assembled into modular sections during manufacturing, eliminating time-consuming on-site preparation activities. This preliminary action allows for rapid assembly at the construction site, significantly reducing the overall construction timeline and improving productivity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

3Reliability

If traditional building frame technologies are used, then construction can be performed, but it is less effective in dangerous weather conditions, reducing reliability

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveweather resistanceVSAvoidweather impact

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The building frame utilizes composite construction combining treated wood members with metal fasteners and protective coatings. The base plates and top plates are designed with specific thicknesses and material properties to withstand weather loads, while the modular metal connection system provides consistent structural integrity regardless of environmental conditions.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

Solution Approach 2:

The building frame incorporates pre-engineered structural elements designed to withstand specific weather loads from the outset. The base plates and top plates are dimensioned and positioned to provide inherent protection against wind, rain, and other weather elements, creating a protective structure before construction begins.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

4Ease of manufacture

If traditional building frame technologies are used, then construction can be performed, but it requires expensive contractors and manpower, increasing cost

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemanufacturing simplicityVSAvoidmaterial cost

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The building frame is manufactured as segmented modular components through standardized industrial processes, improving manufacturing efficiency and reducing material waste. The modular design allows for optimized material usage and simplified production, lowering manufacturing costs while maintaining structural integrity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS11414853B2Apparatus for a building frame designed to create a building

Publication Date: 2022.08.16 BOATWRIGHT GARRY LYNN

AI summary

Disclosed herein is an apparatus for a building frame designed to create a building, in accordance with some embodiments. Accordingly, the apparatus may include a plurality of base plates. Further, the apparatus may include a plurality of top plates. Further, the apparatus may include a plurality of studs. Further, each stud of the plurality of studs may include an elongated stud body having an upper stud end and a lower stud end. Further, the apparatus may include a plurality of rafters. Further, each rafter of the plurality of rafters may include a first slab body. Further, the each rafter may include a first cuboidal body. Further, the apparatus may include a plurality of braces corresponding to a plurality of brace lengths.