Parallel Vane Ceiling Suspension for Uniform Spacing and Fast Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing drop ceiling systems with parallel vanes are difficult to install without damaging ceiling panels, lack a contemporary aesthetic, and struggle to maintain a uniform parallel relationship between vanes and struts, limiting both efficiency and aesthetics in building structures.
Innovation Solution
A ceiling system where parallel vanes are suspended from parallel struts using connectors with hanger assemblies that include a vertical pivot rod for secure positioning, spacers for uniform spacing, and two-piece connectors for quick and releasable anchoring, allowing vanes to be positioned at desired angles and spacings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If parallel vanes are hung from struts in a traditional manner, then the ceiling system can be installed, but it is difficult to establish a uniform parallel relationship between the vanes and to mount the system in a relatively fast and efficient manner
Solution Approach 1:
A connector assembly acts as an intermediary between the strut and vane, comprising a connector body with a slot that receives the strut, a fastening mechanism, and a suspending assembly. This intermediary component standardizes the connection interface, enabling both rapid installation and precise uniform spacing of vanes relative to struts and each other.
2Ease of operation
If the vanes are mounted contiguously with the underside of the struts, then the installation is simplified, but the aesthetics are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The suspending assembly includes a adjustable mechanism that allows the vane to be positioned at variable distances below the strut, and rotated to different angles. This dynamic adjustment capability enables installers to achieve both simple mounting and aesthetically pleasing configurations depending on design requirements.
3Reliability
If traditional drop ceiling systems are used, then ceiling panels can be supported, but they are difficult to install without damaging the ceiling panels and preclude a more contemporary look
Solution Approach 1:
The connector assembly extracts the vane support function from the traditional ceiling panel system, allowing vanes to be independently suspended from struts without interfering with ceiling panel installation or damage. This separation of functions enables contemporary aesthetic designs while maintaining reliable ceiling support.
Data Source
AI summary
A suspended ceiling system for a building structure includes a plurality of parallel struts for supporting a plurality of parallel vanes suspended from the struts in perpendicular relationship thereto. The vanes can be suspended in downwardly spaced relationship to the struts or in contiguous relationship therewith and occur in different forms including illuminated vanes, adjustable vanes and the like.