Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Openwork; e.g. – truss – trellis – grille – screen – frame – or... – Outside corner or peripherally bordered
Reexamination Certificate
2000-05-05
2001-11-13
Stephan, Beth A. (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Openwork; e.g., truss, trellis, grille, screen, frame, or...
Outside corner or peripherally bordered
C052S656900, C052S655100, C052S281000, C052S285200, C052S282300, C052S079900
Reexamination Certificate
active
06314702
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to an assembled frame structure, and more specifically to an assembled frame structure having modular frame units, which is earthquake-tolerant and can be assembled with less labor, time, and materials.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
A prior art assembled frame structure is illustrated in Taiwan Patent No. 345230, entitled “A Ceiling Frame Structure.” However, there are many defects in this design, for example, if one frame unit is impacted, since one supporting frame supports the whole structure, the other frame units will also be impacted and thus deform. Therefore, a large impact surface is formed. Moreover, use of the frame material is limited to a set flexibility. Furthermore, the structure is weak so it cannot be supplemented with a track for supportively moving heavy articles. Further, the assembly and installation of the structure is complex, requiring much labor and time.
Therefore, there is a need for a novel assembled frame structure having modular frame units, which is earthquake-tolerant and can be assembled with less labor and time, and requires less materials.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
Accordingly, the object of the present invention is to provide an assembled frame structure with modular frames. At least one screw element, a plurality of connecting seats, and a plurality of frame units are assembled. If an earthquake were to occur, and some of the frame units are impacted, the impact force will be dispersed to the other frame units. The material of the frame units can be of selectable flexibility. The present invention yields a strong structure, such that a guide track can be added to the frame unit with a movable hook serving to support and move a heavy article. Furthermore, the present invention can be easily assembled with less labor and in less time.
The various objects and advantages of the present invention will be more readily understood from the following detailed description when read in conjunction with the appended drawings.
REFERENCES:
patent: 5560151 (1996-10-01), Roberts
patent: 6047509 (2000-04-01), Savoie
Rosenberg , Klein & Lee
Stephan Beth A.
Thissell Jennifer I.
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