Transparent Adhesive Laminated Pane for Frameless Display Units
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional laminated panes used in display units, such as refrigerated units, often have opaque edge areas due to connecting elements like metal frames, which disrupt the view and are not aesthetically pleasing for presenting goods.
Innovation Solution
A laminated pane design featuring at least two parallel panes connected exclusively with a transparent adhesive, optionally reinforced with metal or plastic elements, allowing for a seamless, unobstructed view and enhanced stability without external frames, using a method where the adhesive is applied between panes and cured to form a strong bond.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If metal frames or connecting elements are used to connect panes, then structural stability and strength are improved, but transparency and aesthetic appearance deteriorate due to opaque edge areas
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes traditional metal frames and connecting elements from the pane assembly, extracting the opaque components that block light. Instead, it uses a transparent adhesive system that maintains structural integrity while preserving transparency and aesthetic appearance.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the material parameter of the connecting element from opaque (metal) to transparent (adhesive). This parameter change allows the connecting function to be maintained while eliminating the visual obstruction, thus resolving the contradiction between strength and transparency.
2Illumination intensity
If transparent adhesive is used to connect panes exclusively, then transparency and aesthetic appearance are improved, but structural strength and stability may worsen compared to metal frames
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a composite connection system combining transparent adhesive with reinforcement elements. The adhesive provides transparency and basic bonding, while embedded reinforcements (such as metal strips or profiles) provide additional structural strength, creating a composite solution that achieves both transparency and stability.
3Illumination intensity
If panes are connected in edge regions with transparent adhesive, then unobstructed view and aesthetic presentation are improved, but connection reliability and durability may worsen without traditional framing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent embeds reinforcement elements within the transparent adhesive layer, creating a nested structure where the adhesive provides the outer transparent matrix and the reinforcements are nested inside, providing hidden structural support that enhances connection reliability without compromising the unobstructed view.
4Illumination intensity
If no external frames or connecting elements are used, then aesthetic appearance and presentation quality are improved, but ease of manufacture and assembly may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates reinforcement elements and adhesive application features directly into the manufacturing process, performing preliminary actions during production. This includes pre-positioning reinforcements and applying adhesive in controlled patterns during assembly, which simplifies the overall manufacturing process despite the complex 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
The solution provides a transparent, aesthetically pleasing, and stable laminated pane that maintains an unobstructed view while preventing damage with edge protection, suitable for use as doors or partitions in display units, ensuring improved presentation and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
the panes are connected at least in sections in an edge region of the laminated pane exclusively with the aid of a transparently cured adhesive
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AI summary
The invention relates to a composite pane (1), which is characterized in that it comprises at least two panes (2), for example running parallel to one another, the panes (2) in an edge region (3) of the composite pane (1) having at least sections of Are connected using a transparent and / or transparent curing mass (4), preferably in the form of an adhesive.