Automated Wall Extrusion Assembly for Prefabricated Building Elements
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current building construction technologies are unable to automatically assemble and incorporate sub-components into sub-elements and main elements, requiring manual intervention for structural apertures and pre-fabricated wall frame elements, limiting efficiency and consistency.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for automated construction of sub-components, assembly of sub-components into sub-elements, and incorporation of sub-elements into main elements using a wall extrusion system with computerized control units and robotic arms, enabling programmable configuration of building elements based on span, load, and code requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If automated wall extrusion is used for main elements, then productivity is improved, but manual intervention is still required for sub-components, limiting full automation
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the wall construction into hierarchical segments: main elements (walls) and sub-components (structural apertures, pre-fabricated elements). Each segment has its own automated assembly station, allowing independent automation of sub-components while maintaining overall system productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
Sub-components are pre-assembled at dedicated assembly stations before being incorporated into main elements. This preliminary automated assembly eliminates manual intervention during main element production, enabling full automation while maintaining high productivity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If manual assembly is used for sub-components, then flexibility in configuration is maintained, but consistency and precision are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses programmable control units that can adjust assembly parameters (dimensions, positioning, configuration) digitally. This allows consistent reproduction of precise assemblies while maintaining the ability to change configurations through software, achieving both precision and flexibility.
3Extent of automation
If automated assembly stations are added for sub-components, then extent of automation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The automated assembly stations are designed with universal, multi-functional equipment that can handle various sub-component types. This reduces overall system complexity by using standardized automated mechanisms rather than specialized equipment for each sub-component type.
4Manufacturing precision
If sub-components are pre-fabricated separately, then manufacturing precision is improved, but loss of time in incorporation is increased
Solution Approach 1:
The system establishes continuous material flow from sub-component assembly stations to main element production lines. Automated handling and positioning ensure that pre-fabricated sub-components are incorporated without interruption, eliminating time losses while maintaining precision.
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AI summary
Systems and methods for automated extrusion of main elements for building construction are disclosed wherein sub-components of sub-elements are extruded by automated means, and sub-elements are assembled by automated means, and the sub-elements are incorporated into main elements by automated means.