Resilient Frame Mounting Element for Releasable Damage-Free Fixing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing mounting systems for construction elements like window frames and door frames damage the elements and structures, making them difficult to reuse, require significant installation effort, and are not suitable for flexible or temporary structures.

Innovation Solution

A mounting element with a resilient confining element that engages on the upright edges of the construction or building structure, allowing for releasable and damage-free installation and removal, using a spring mechanism for secure fixation without constant pressure.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Strength

If conventional fastening means (screws, nails, adhesive) are used to mount construction elements, then the construction element is securely fixed to the building structure, but the construction element and building structure are damaged and cannot be reused

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefixation strengthVSAvoiddamage to construction element and building structure

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

A mounting element with a resilient confining element acts as an intermediary between the construction element and the building structure. The mounting element includes a retention element that engages with the construction element and a resilient confining element that engages with the building structure, providing secure fixation without direct damage to either component. The mounting element can be removed and reused on different structures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting system is divided into separate components: the mounting element itself, the retention element that interfaces with the construction element, and the resilient confining element that interfaces with the building structure. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function and enables the mounting element to be reused across different construction elements and building structures.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Strength

If conventional fastening means are used, then the construction element is securely mounted, but considerable installation work is required which takes time and effort

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting securityVSAvoidinstallation time and effort

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The resilient confining element automatically engages with the building structure when the mounting element is positioned, utilizing its own elasticity to secure itself without requiring additional fastening steps. The retention element automatically engages with the construction element, providing self-aligning and self-securing functionality that reduces installation complexity and time.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Stability of the object's composition

If conventional fastening means are used, then the construction element is fixed in place, but the mounting cannot be easily removed or reused on another structure

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting stabilityVSAvoidreusability and flexibility for relocation

Core Design Contradiction:

Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The resilient confining element provides dynamic fixation that can easily transition between a secured state during normal operation and a released state during removal. The elasticity of the confining element allows it to be compressed or expanded to engage or disengage from the building structure, enabling easy removal and relocation of the mounting element to different structures without damage.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

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

Enables reusable and sustainable installation of construction elements with reduced labor and material costs, facilitating easy installation and removal without damage, and providing stability against vibrations or movements.

Implementation Method 1

the mounting element comprises a resilient confining element which is configured to engage in installed state on an upright edge of the other of the building structure or the construction element, and to fix the construction element releasably to the building structure

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentEP4700201A1Mounting element for mounting a construction element, such as a window frame, door frame and/or outer wall element, on a building structure, assembly and building structure provided therewith, and method therefor

Publication Date: 2026.02.25 DE ENGINEERINGSGROEP BV

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AI summary

The invention relates to a mounting element for mounting a construction element, such as a window frame, door frame and/or outer wall element, on a building structure, assembly and building structure provided therewith, and method therefor. The mounting element can be fastened to one of the building structure or the construction element, wherein the mounting element comprises a resilient confining element which is configured to engage in installed state on an upright edge of the other of the building structure or the construction element, and to fix the construction element releasably to the building structure.