Molded Pane Border for Continuous Window Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional window glazing methods face challenges such as the need for multiple parts, potential destructive strains on panes, adhesion failure, and sensitivity to environmental conditions, leading to issues with securing panes and ensuring durability and insulation.
Innovation Solution
A method where a border element is moulded onto the pane element to provide a continuous support along its edge, allowing attachment to a window frame without glue, using screws or other means, and incorporating functional faces for additional features like water guidance and electrical components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional glazing profiles and screws are used to secure the pane, then the pane can be attached to the frame, but a large number of different parts are needed and discontinuous support causes destructive strains on the pane
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate glazing components (glazing profile, spacers, clips, and sealing elements) into a single integrated molded profile. This unified structure attaches directly to the pane edge and provides continuous support along the entire perimeter, eliminating the need for multiple discrete parts while maintaining secure attachment and distributing loads evenly to prevent pane strain.
2Reliability
If conventional glazing profiles with screws are used, then the pane can be secured, but the discontinuous support causes potentially destructive strains on the pane
Solution Approach 1:
The molded glazing profile provides continuous support along the entire edge of the pane, creating an uninterrupted load-bearing connection. This continuous structure distributes mechanical loads and thermal stresses evenly across the pane perimeter, preventing the concentrated strains and potential breakage points that occur with discrete screw attachments at isolated locations.
3Strength
If gluing is used to attach the pane to the frame, then continuous support is achieved and frame profiles can be slimmer, but the glued connection quality is sensitive to environmental conditions and requires special training
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chemical bonding mechanism of adhesives with a mechanical interlocking system. The molded profile features integrated attachment mechanisms (such as clips, tabs, or direct mechanical fastening elements) that provide secure connection through physical engagement rather than chemical adhesion, eliminating sensitivity to environmental conditions during installation and removing the need for specially trained personnel.
4Adaptability or versatility
If more parts are used for conventional glazing, then the pane can be secured with multiple functions, but the number of parts and assembly steps increases
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated molded profile combines multiple functions (structural support, sealing, insulation, and attachment mechanisms) into a single component. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate spacers, gaskets, and clips, allowing all functions to be achieved through one attachment operation and significantly reducing assembly time and complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
The pane module comprises a pane element composed by glass sheets (31, 35) and provided with a border element (37, 38) by molding. The border element is adhered to the pane element during the molding process and at least partially encases the border of at least one sheet element.