Wall Frame Section Bar With Multi-Point Fixation Flexibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing frame structures for walls have limited versatility, functionality, and resistance, with single-point fixation leading to constraints and reduced adaptability.
Innovation Solution
A section bar design featuring symmetrical U-shaped configuration with inclined segments, raised portions, and strategically placed through openings for enhanced connectivity and multiple fixation points, allowing angular displacement and improved stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If single-point fixation is used to connect section bars, then the connection process is simple, but the frame structure has limited versatility and resistance
Solution Approach 1:
The section bar is divided into multiple functional segments: a main wall for structural support, side walls for connection points, raised portions for additional fixation, and through openings for connectivity. This segmentation allows the single section bar to provide multiple fixation points and connection options, thereby increasing frame structure versatility while maintaining manufacturing simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The section bar design integrates multiple functions into a single component: the main wall provides structural strength, side walls enable connections, raised portions offer alternative fixation points, and through openings allow for additional connectivity options. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by providing versatile frame construction capabilities without requiring multiple different connection methods or components.
2Ease of manufacture
If section bars have a fixed configuration, then manufacturing is straightforward, but the frame structure has reduced functionality for different purposes
Solution Approach 1:
The section bar is segmented into distinct functional zones: the main wall for structural integrity, side walls for primary connections, raised portions for secondary fixation, and through openings for additional connectivity. This segmentation allows each zone to perform its specific function while maintaining a unified, manufacturable design.
Solution Approach 2:
The section bar design incorporates dynamic adaptability through its geometric features: the inclined side walls can accommodate different connection angles, the raised portions can be used selectively based on load requirements, and the through openings allow for flexible routing of connectors. This enables the same manufactured component to adapt to various functional requirements in different frame applications.
3Device complexity
If single fixation point per side is used, then connection complexity is low, but resistance to weight and horizontal thrusts is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is segmented into multiple fixation points: the primary connection through side wall insertion and secondary connection through raised portions. This segmentation distributes structural loads across multiple points, increasing resistance to weight and horizontal thrusts while maintaining relatively simple connection procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
Different portions of the section bar have specialized local qualities optimized for specific functions: the side walls are shaped for primary insertion and connection, the raised portions are positioned to provide additional fixation points for enhanced load bearing, and the through openings are strategically placed to allow connector routing. This local optimization increases structural strength without significantly increasing overall connection complexity.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a section bar usable in making a frame for walls as well as a frame structure including this section bar.