Roof Panel Anchoring Structure for Wind-Lift Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing panel supporting structures on roofs are prone to rising due to wind, and current solutions like ballast or numerous holes in the roof are costly, labor-intensive, and can cause water infiltration issues.
Innovation Solution
An anchoring device with a tension element, such as a flexible elongated cable or chain, that is anchored to the roof and extends above the supporting frame, applying a stabilization force perpendicular to the roof surface to counteract wind lift, without the need for ballast or roof holes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If ballast is applied to increase weight, then stability against wind lift is improved, but cost and transport requirements worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the heavy ballast from the system and replaces it with a tension element that anchors the supporting frame to the roof structure. This eliminates the need for expensive ballast materials and transport while maintaining stability through mechanical anchoring rather than weight.
Solution Approach 2:
The tension element acts as an intermediary between the supporting frame and the roof structure, transferring wind lift forces directly to the roof rather than requiring the frame itself to resist through ballast weight. This mediator approach provides stability without the cost burden of ballast.
2Stability of the object's composition
If holes are made in the roof for anchoring inserts, then stability against wind lift is improved, but water infiltration risk worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the need for roof penetration holes by using surface-mounted anchoring inserts that attach to the roof structure without breaching the waterproof membrane. This eliminates water infiltration risk while maintaining anchoring stability through the tension element.
Solution Approach 2:
The anchoring insert serves as an intermediary that connects the tension element to the roof structure without requiring holes through the waterproof layer. This mediator approach provides stable anchoring while preserving the roof's water-tight integrity.
3Stability of the object's composition
If many anchoring inserts with bolts are used, then stability against wind lift is improved, but installation complexity and labor costs worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the complex multi-component anchoring system (multiple inserts, bolts, and assembly steps) and replaces it with a simplified tension element that attaches to the roof through minimal penetration points. This reduces installation time and labor costs while maintaining stability through the tensioning mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the anchoring function and tensioning function into a single integrated tension element system. This consolidation eliminates the need for separate anchoring inserts and bolts, simplifying installation while providing equivalent or superior stability through the tensioning mechanism.
4Stability of the object's composition
If ballast is used to prevent structure rise, then stability is improved, but adaptability to limited roof loads worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the heavy ballast weight from the system and replaces it with a lightweight tension element that transfers forces to the roof structure. This enables installation on roofs with limited static load capacity while maintaining stability against wind lift through mechanical anchoring rather than weight.
Solution Approach 2:
The tension element acts as an intermediary that transfers wind lift forces directly to the roof structure, bypassing the need for the supporting frame to bear the full load through ballast. This mediator approach provides stability while adapting to roofs with limited load-bearing capacity.
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
Provides stable and cost-effective panel support on roofs with limited static loads, preventing structure rise and avoiding water infiltration, while allowing for flexible installation and reduced labor costs.
Implementation Method 1
at least one tension element (6), which acts on said supporting frame (2)
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AI summary
An anchoring device for panel supporting structures, which comprises at least one tension element (6) which is adapted to act on a supporting frame (2), which supports at least one panel (3) and rests on a resting surface (4). Means being further provided for tensioning the tension element (6) and means (7) for connecting the tension element (6) to the supporting frame (2) adapted to transmit at least partially the tension forces of the tension element (6) to the supporting frame (2) along a direction that has at least one component substantially perpendicular to the resting surface (4).