Thermal Insulation Pad Assembly for Cladding Bracket Bridging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing building cladding assemblies suffer from thermal energy loss due to inadequate thermal insulation at the connection between the exterior cladding framework and the exterior wall, despite the use of thermal insulation layers.
Innovation Solution
A thermal insulation pad assembly comprising a thermal insulation pad made of silica aerogel with ceramic beads and a cardboard sleeve or adhesive attachment, designed to fit between a bracket and substructure, providing improved thermal insulation by maintaining spacing and reducing thermal conductivity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If thermal insulation layers are used to attach brackets to the exterior wall, then thermal efficiency is improved, but the thermal insulation performance at the connection point remains inadequate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by using a thermal insulation pad with high-density insulation material specifically at the bracket-substructure connection point, where thermal bridging occurs. This localized approach addresses the specific problem area (connection point) with enhanced insulation properties rather than relying on general insulation layers, thereby improving thermal insulation performance at the critical connection interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The thermal insulation pad comprises a composite structure with a foam substrate and embedded high-density insulation material (such as silica aerogel). This composite material combines the structural support function of the foam with the superior thermal insulation properties of the high-density material, achieving both mechanical stability and enhanced thermal performance at the connection point.
2Reliability
If a thermal insulation pad with high insulation material is used, then thermal insulation performance is improved, but the complexity of the attachment system increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the thermal insulation function with the attachment function by integrating the thermal insulation pad directly into the bracket assembly. The insulation pad is positioned between the bracket and the substructure, combining the insulation material with the mechanical attachment components. This integration reduces the number of separate elements and simplifies the overall attachment system while maintaining high thermal insulation performance.
3Reliability
If the thermal insulation pad footprint is made equal to the bracket footprint, then thermal insulation coverage is improved, but the spacing and attachment difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The thermal insulation pad is segmented into a foam substrate layer and a high-density insulation material layer, allowing different regions of the pad to serve different functions. The foam substrate provides structural support and spacing, while the high-density material provides thermal insulation. This segmentation enables the pad to achieve full footprint coverage for insulation while maintaining ease of attachment through the foam's mechanical properties.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances thermal performance by minimizing thermal energy loss, thereby improving energy efficiency in building cladding assemblies.
Implementation Method 1
a thermal insulation pad for attachment between a bracket and substructure in a building cladding assembly, the thermal insulation pad comprising a thermal insulation material
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AI summary
A thermal insulation pad assembly comprising: a thermal insulation pad comprising a thermal insulation material for attachment between a bracket and substructure in a building cladding assembly; and a sleeve formed of cardboard. The sleeve may be used to retain the pad assembly on a foot of a bracket.