Modular Load-Bearing Assembly With Reversible Support Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing prefabricated modular construction systems lack modularity, versatility, and reusability, leading to limited adaptability and increased environmental impact due to premature demolition.
Innovation Solution
A load-bearing device with reversible fastening means and openings allowing flexible coupling of flat and elongated supports, enabling modular, reversible, and versatile construction, facilitating adaptable floor plans and minimizing waste.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional prefabricated modular construction systems are used, then construction speed and initial structural strength are improved, but adaptability and reusability deteriorate due to limited assembly variants and fixed construction plans
Solution Approach 1:
The flat load support is segmented with an array of traverse openings that divide the structure into multiple coupling zones. Each opening provides a discrete location for reversible fastening, enabling the elongated load support to be positioned at multiple distinct locations along the flat support, thereby increasing assembly variants and adaptability while maintaining construction efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The reversible fastening means are designed to accommodate elongated load supports at multiple positions (both at openings and between openings) on the same flat load support. This multi-functional coupling system allows a single flat load support to serve multiple configuration purposes, enabling the same structural components to be reused in various building layouts and functional requirements
2Ease of manufacture
If traditional prefabricated systems with fixed assembly patterns are used, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but reusability and environmental sustainability deteriorate due to premature demolition
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system transitions from fixed, permanent assemblies to dynamic, reversible connections. The reversible fastening means allow elongated load supports to be detached and reattached at different positions, enabling the structural components to be dynamically reconfigured for different uses and extending their service life through multiple reuse cycles
Solution Approach 2:
The reversible fastening system enables easy disassembly and recovery of elongated load supports from their original positions. Components can be recovered intact and reused in new configurations, preventing premature demolition and waste generation while maintaining manufacturing simplicity through standardized reversible connection mechanisms
3Adaptability or versatility
If reversible fastening at multiple positions is implemented, then adaptability and reusability are improved, but device complexity increases due to additional openings and fastening mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The traverse openings serve multiple functions simultaneously: they provide structural voids for reversible fastening, create modular coupling zones, and enable both positioning at opening locations and between opening locations. This merging of functions reduces the need for separate complex positioning mechanisms while achieving high versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The reversible fastening means are designed as a universal connection system that works at multiple positions (at openings and between openings) without requiring different types of fasteners or complex positioning devices. This universal approach increases versatility while controlling device complexity through standardized multi-position fastening mechanisms
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AI summary
The present relates to a device being used in modular building construction comprising at least one flat load support comprising a first main face and a second main face, at least one elongated load support designed for being coupled with said flat load support. The device is characterized in that said flat load support comprises an array of transverse openings extending through the thickness of the flat load support. The flat load support is arranged for fastening said flat load support with said elongated load support at any position corresponding to one of said opening in a reversible manner and to any position between said openings in a reversible manner. Each flat load support comprises reversible lateral connection means and/or reversible transversal connection means for coupling flat load supports in a reversible manner. The flat load support and the elongated load support are arranged for being detachably assembled to provide the modular, reversible, and/or versatile building construction. The invention further relates to a modular construction building based on said device and to a method using said device.