Penetration Attachment Panel for Wall Fixture Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wall structures with non-structural foam boards or sheathing boards on the exterior-facing side of building frames lack sufficient fastener pull-out strength to securely attach exterior fixtures, posing challenges in securing plumbing, electrical, and other utility components.
Innovation Solution
A wall structure comprising a frame, a sheathing board with low fastener pull-out strength, and a penetration attachment panel embedded within the foam layer, which provides increased structural integrity and high fastener pull-out strength for securing exterior fixtures by encapsulating the penetration attachment panel with a foam layer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If non-structural foam boards or sheathing boards are used on the exterior-facing side of building frames, then thermal insulation is provided, but fastener pull-out strength is insufficient to securely attach exterior fixtures
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines a sheathing board (providing thermal insulation) with a penetration attachment panel (providing structural strength) into a composite wall structure. The penetration attachment panel is embedded within the foam layer and contacts the sheathing board, creating a composite system that delivers both thermal insulation properties and sufficient fastener pull-out strength for securing exterior fixtures.
2Strength
If a penetration attachment panel is embedded within the foam layer and contacted with the sheathing board, then fastener pull-out strength is increased, but structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the penetration attachment panel with the foam layer and sheathing board into an integrated assembly. The panel is positioned within the foam layer cavity and contacted with the sheathing board, combining multiple functional elements (structural support, thermal insulation, and fixture attachment) into a single integrated component system that reduces overall structural complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enhances the ability to securely attach exterior fixtures and improves thermal insulation by using a foam layer that adheres to both the penetration attachment panel and the sheathing board, providing increased structural integrity and meeting stricter thermal insulation standards.
Implementation Method 1
A foam layer is located within the cavity. The foam layer adheres to the penetration attachment panel and the sheathing board, and encapsulates the penetration attachment panel.
Implementation Method 2
Insulated wall panels provide thermal insulation for residential homes and buildings and commercial buildings. The greater the ability to impede heat flow, the higher the R-value, and the more thermally insulating the structure.
Data Source
AI summary
Wall structures and methods of manufacturing wall structures are described in this specification. The wall structures include a frame, a sheathing board attached to the frame, a penetration attachment panel, and a foam layer.