Radiating surface assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing radiant surface structures require separate cable carriers and additional assembly efforts for power and data lines, which can lead to space constraints and optical disadvantages, and are not designed to handle the weight and load of cable carriers with cables.
Innovation Solution
A radiant surface structure that integrates cable carriers on its sides, forming a fixed unit with the structure, allowing for simultaneous cable guidance and support, with enhanced load-bearing capacity and insulation to manage cable weight and ensure secure cable storage, and includes integrated lighting and connection devices for power and data transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If separate cable carriers are provided on walls or ceiling, then power and data transmission lines can be routed, but assembly effort increases and additional trades are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the cable carrier function with the radiant surface structure by integrating cable carriers directly into the structure. The cable carriers are fixed to the side of the tubes facing away from the radiant plates, allowing cables to be routed through the radiant surface structure itself rather than requiring separate wall or ceiling installations. This merging eliminates the need for separate cable carrier installations and reduces assembly effort.
Solution Approach 2:
The radiant surface structure is designed to perform multiple functions: thermal radiation for temperature control and cable routing for power and data transmission. By incorporating cable carriers into the radiant surface structure, the system becomes universal, serving both heating/cooling purposes and electrical infrastructure needs within a single integrated component.
2Ease of operation
If cable carriers are mounted in the area of radiant surface structure, then cable routing is simplified, but space problems arise
Solution Approach 1:
The cable carriers are nested within the structure of the radiant surface assembly, specifically fixed to the side of the tubes facing away from the radiant plates. This nesting approach allows cable routing functionality to be embedded within the existing structural footprint without requiring additional external space or modifying the area where the radiant surface is installed.
3Area of stationary object
If cable carriers are offset from radiant surface structure, then space is available, but optical disadvantages occur
Solution Approach 1:
The cable carriers are merged with the radiant surface structure by fixing them directly to the side of the tubes, ensuring they are positioned optimally for both structural integration and optical appearance. This positioning prevents the cable carriers from being offset in a way that would create visual disadvantages, while still providing adequate space for cable routing within the integrated structure.
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
This solution minimizes assembly effort by eliminating the need for separate cable carriers, improves heat transfer, and ensures secure cable management while accommodating additional weight and load, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics.
Implementation Method 1
a radiant surface structure (1) with a tube register (2) and radiant plates (3), wherein the radiant plates (3) are connected to the tubes (2)
Implementation Method 2
an insulating layer (8) can be provided in the radiant surface structure (1) on the side of the tubes (2) facing away from the radiant plates (3)
Data Source
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AI summary
The radiating surface structure (1) has multiple pipes (2) of a pipe register, through which a heat transfer medium flows. The pipe register is assigned to the radiating plates (3) staying in heat conducting contact with the pipes. A cable carrier (6) is fixed on the side of the pipe averted from the radiating plates.