Sloping Climate Panel Roof with Integrated Pipe Registers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solid roofs lack effective air-conditioning capabilities, with previous designs either not providing direct air conditioning or insufficient heating and cooling due to structural limitations and the need for support elements, which impairs the efficiency of climate panels.
Innovation Solution
A solid roof design featuring sloping climatic panels with integrated pipe registers for heating or cooling media, connected by a horizontal climate panel forming an air-conditioned ceiling, with a concrete slab as the uppermost storey ceiling that can be optionally air-conditioned, eliminating the need for support elements and allowing for comprehensive heating and cooling of the roof space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If support elements are added to the roof space, then the structural stability is improved, but the interior space freedom and design flexibility deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The climate panel is merged with the roof structure itself, forming an integrated component that serves both structural and climate control functions. The panel is directly connected to the ridge beam and wall plates, eliminating the need for separate support elements while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The climate panel performs multiple functions simultaneously: it provides structural support for the roof, serves as a climate control surface with integrated piping, and forms the upper boundary of the interior space. This multi-functionality replaces what would traditionally require separate structural and climate control elements.
2Illumination intensity
If window openings are cut into the lateral climate panels, then the interior lighting and ventilation are improved, but the heating and cooling capacity deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The climate panel system allows for localized modifications (window openings) in specific areas while maintaining the continuous climate control function across the entire panel. The panel can be selectively opened or closed in different sections to balance lighting needs with thermal performance.
Solution Approach 2:
The climate panel acts as an intermediary element between the interior space and exterior environment, mediating the trade-off between window openings for lighting and thermal performance. The panel's integrated piping system compensates for the reduced thermal capacity caused by openings.
3Reliability
If the roof is designed as a solid construction, then the soundproofing and fire protection are improved, but the air-conditioning capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The solid roof construction is segmented by integrating the climate panel as a distinct functional element within the roof structure. The panel is divided into sections that can be independently configured with piping and insulation, allowing air-conditioning functionality while maintaining the overall solid construction for soundproofing and fire protection.
Solution Approach 2:
The climate panel utilizes composite construction with insulation layers, piping channels, and structural elements integrated into a single unit. This composite structure provides both the thermal control capabilities needed for air-conditioning and the mass required for soundproofing and fire protection.
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 design creates a self-supporting, column-free roof space that can be optimally heated or cooled, effectively managing heat loads and providing comprehensive air conditioning and heating, enhancing the structural simplicity and assembly process.
Implementation Method 1
pipe registers which are integrated into the climatic panels and through which a heating or cooling medium flows
Implementation Method 2
through which a heating or cooling medium flows... at least the sloping air-conditioning panels and the horizontal air-conditioning panel forming the uppermost side of the roof can be optionally heated or cooled
Implementation Method 3
the roof essentially consists of a concrete slab that forms the uppermost storey ceiling
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AI summary
The massive roof (1) has individual, self-supporting concrete slabs (6,9,12), which are provided as substructure for a roof covering and form an upper movable roof space. The massive roof runs upwards in inclined manner and the roof surfaces have climate panels (2,3), in which pipe grids are integrated. The pipe grids are through flowable selectively by a heating- and cooling medium. The other horizontal climate panels (4,5) are connected together, which form an air conditioned roof of the attic.