Wall Lining System With Insulation Recesses For Network Integration

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing wall lining methods face challenges in handling thicker insulation complexes, integrating networks without affecting thermal performance, and providing customizable thicknesses for varying insulation needs.

Innovation Solution

A method involving a two-part lining system with a first layer of insulating material featuring oblong reservations and relief zones for better bonding, and a second part comprising a facing plate, allowing for easier handling and integration of networks, using a combination of glued and mechanically fixed layers to achieve stability and adaptability in thickness.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of energy

If the lining complexes become thicker to increase thermal resistance, then the thermal insulation performance is improved, but the handling difficulty increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvethermal resistanceVSAvoidhandling ease

Core Design Contradiction:

Loss of energyVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the thick lining complex into multiple thinner layers (first layer of insulating material, second layer of insulating material, facing plate) that can be handled separately and assembled in place. This segmentation allows each layer to remain manageable in thickness while achieving high overall thermal resistance when combined, resolving the contradiction between thick insulation and ease of handling.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Adaptability or versatility

If networks are incorporated into the lining, then the functionality is improved, but the thermal performance is affected

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvenetwork integrationVSAvoidthermal performance

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts networks from the solid insulating material by creating channels and cavities within the insulating layers. These voids accommodate electrical cables, water pipes, and telecommunications networks while minimizing disruption to the surrounding insulation, thus maintaining thermal performance while enabling network integration.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent nests networks within the multi-layer lining structure by placing them in channels and cavities formed in the insulating layers. The facing plate further encloses these networks, creating a nested configuration where networks are embedded within the insulation system without compromising the overall thermal envelope.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

3Adaptability or versatility

If different thicknesses of lining complexes are provided for different wall performances, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecustomizable thicknessVSAvoidsystem complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs standardized modular layers (first insulating layer, second insulating layer, facing plate) that can be combined in different quantities to achieve various thicknesses. This modular segmentation allows customization of total insulation thickness for different wall performance requirements while maintaining a simple, repeatable assembly process that reduces system complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

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 approach enhances handling ease, maintains thermal performance, and allows for customizable insulation thicknesses, facilitating the incorporation of networks while ensuring stability and modularity in the lining system.

Implementation Method 1

provision can be made for the layer or layers of insulating material and the closing panel to be glued to the pre-existing wall and relative to each other

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectAdhesion: Adhesive

Implementation Method 2

the layer(s) of insulating material are traversed by a device of the hanger type fixed in the pre-existing wall and provided at an end opposite the pre-existing wall with a support surface to receive a closing panel and allow its mechanical fixing

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMechanical anchoring: Mechanical Fastener

Data Source

PatentEP2764172B1Method for lining a wall, in particular for the internal lining of a so-called external wall and kit of lining

Publication Date: 2017.02.01 SAINT GOBAIN PLACO SAS

AI summary

The invention relates to a method in which a layer (4) of insulating material and a facing plate (14) are positioned against a pre-existing wall (2). The method comprises the following steps of: a) attaching at least one layer (4) of insulating material to the pre-existing wall (2); b) installing pipes (12) or similar; and c) attaching a closing panel including a facing plate (14), such as to cover the insulating material attached to the pre-existing wall (2). Each layer (4) of insulating material includes at least one face having oblong recesses parallel to one another and extending from one edge to the other of the layer of material, said recesses being separated by raised areas having a planar surface forming a planar strip (10) extending parallel to the grooves from one edge to the other of the layer of material.