Modular Stair Tower With Geometrically Coupled Steel Modules
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing modular stair tower systems require significant assembly effort and are not aesthetically pleasing, especially for long-term use, and often have a construction site-like appearance.
Innovation Solution
A modular system comprising stackable, statically self-supporting modules with steel disk elements, where each module has a base and top area with geometrically corresponding interfaces for structural coupling, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly, and featuring a staircase design that provides stability and aesthetic flexibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional modular stair tower systems are used, then assembly effort is reduced, but aesthetic quality deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The stair tower is divided into modular sections that can be assembled together, allowing for both ease of assembly and aesthetic flexibility. Each module maintains structural integrity while enabling clean, professional appearance through standardized interfaces and precise geometric relationships between components.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular system uses universal connection elements and standardized geometries that serve both structural and aesthetic functions. The same components that facilitate easy assembly also create visually appealing configurations, eliminating the need for separate aesthetic treatments.
2Stability of the object's composition
If complex frame elements are used, then structural stability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The design merges structural support functions with aesthetic surface elements into unified components. The frame structure is integrated with cladding and finishing elements, eliminating the need for separate complex frame elements while maintaining structural stability through combined load-bearing and surface-defining functions.
Solution Approach 2:
Different regions of the structure use appropriately scaled and shaped elements optimized for their specific functions. Connection details and frame elements are designed with local geometric characteristics that provide necessary stability without overall complexity, using form-follows-function principles for each localized area.
3Productivity
If standardized modular modules are used, then assembly speed is improved, but adaptability to different designs deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The modular system incorporates adjustable and reconfigurable connection mechanisms that allow modules to be adapted to different spatial requirements. Standardized interfaces maintain assembly speed while incorporating variable positioning and configuration options enable diverse design outcomes from the same standardized components.
Solution Approach 2:
The design employs nested modular units that can be configured in multiple arrangements. Smaller standardized modules can be nested or combined in different patterns to create varied overall forms, allowing the same standardized set to produce multiple design variations through hierarchical assembly and configuration.
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AI summary
A modular system consisting of a plurality of stackable, statically self-supporting modules (10; 20; 30; 50; 60; 83) each having a base surface (31) and a top surface (32) parallel thereto, having casing sections (33; 35; 52; 61) spanned therebetween and flights of stairs arranged thereon to create a stair tower (1), the modular system having a base module (10) for forming a constructional connection to a foundation (12) of the stair tower (1), a number of stair modules (30; 50; 60; 83) and an end module (20) as the end stair of the stair tower (1), wherein the modules (10; 20; 30; 50; 60; 83) are made of steel panels and have interfaces (42; 44) that geometrically correspond to one another for constructional coupling to one another.