Support framework for building casing, building casing, building structure and method for manufacturing thereof

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current building casing systems face challenges with static and dynamic load resistance, heat and acoustic insulation, ease of installation, and the integration of building plants without damaging the casing or compromising insulation.

Innovation Solution

A support framework comprising pultruded section bars made of polymer resin with reinforcing fibers, which are lightweight, offer excellent mechanical properties, and provide effective heat and acoustic insulation, allowing for easy installation and integration of building plants through hollow uprights that house electrical and hydraulic components.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Strength

If wet-wall structures are used to provide monolithic and rigid casing, then structural strength is improved, but heat and acoustic insulation deteriorate and plant integration becomes problematic

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural strengthVSAvoidheat and acoustic insulation

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The framework uses composite section bars made of foam polystyrene core with outer skin layers, combining the insulating properties of foam with the structural strength of reinforced concrete or metal skins. This composite structure simultaneously achieves both structural strength and thermal/acoustic insulation without requiring separate insulation layers.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

2Stability of the object's composition

If wet-wall structures are used to provide rigid casing, then structural stability is improved, but adaptability for plant integration deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidplant integration

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The framework is divided into modular section bars that can be assembled in different configurations. The hollow interior of each section bar provides dedicated spaces for routing electrical cables, hydraulic pipes, and other building plants, allowing flexible integration while maintaining overall structural stability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The section bars serve multiple functions simultaneously: they provide structural support, thermal and acoustic insulation, and integrated conduits for building plants. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate insulation layers and plant routing channels, simplifying the overall construction.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Ease of manufacture

If drywall structures are used to provide modular casing, then ease of installation is improved, but mechanical strength and insulation performance deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of installationVSAvoidmechanical strength

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The section bars combine foam polystyrene (providing insulation and lightweight properties) with outer skin layers of reinforced concrete or metal (providing mechanical strength). This composite construction maintains ease of modular installation while achieving superior mechanical strength compared to conventional drywall structures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

4Ease of manufacture

If drywall structures are used to provide modular casing, then ease of installation is improved, but heat and acoustic insulation deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveease of installationVSAvoidheat and acoustic insulation

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The foam polystyrene core of each section bar provides excellent thermal and acoustic insulation properties. This integrated insulation eliminates the need for additional insulation layers required by conventional drywall structures, maintaining ease of installation while significantly improving insulation performance.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

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 framework provides superior resistance to static and dynamic loads, enhances heat and acoustic insulation, facilitates easy installation and plant integration, and supports heavy loads while maintaining insulation integrity.

Implementation Method 1

A support framework (101) for building casings (200), comprising a plurality of uprights (110) made of pultruded section bars of a polymer resin with reinforcing fibres

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectComposite materials: Composite Materials

Implementation Method 2

with foam polystyrene layers (113-117, 121-122) arranged at each side of the framework (101)

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectThermal insulation: Thermal Insulation

Implementation Method 3

excellent characteristics of heat and acoustic insulation

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectAcoustic absorption: Acoustic Absorption

Data Source

PatentEP2914785B1Support framework for building casing, building casing, building structure and method for manufacturing thereof

Publication Date: 2018.02.14 TOP GLASS EU

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AI summary

A support framework (101) for building casings (200) using pultruded uprights, a building casing (200) and a building structure (300). Also described are a process for realizing and installation of the building structure (300), as well as manufacturing processes of the various components of the framework.