Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Openwork; e.g. – truss – trellis – grille – screen – frame – or... – Three-dimensional space-defining
Patent
1996-04-03
1997-09-30
Kent, Christopher T.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Openwork; e.g., truss, trellis, grille, screen, frame, or...
Three-dimensional space-defining
52646, 526532, 526551, 52 361, 52239, 403188, 403195, 403199, 403217, 4032321, A47F 510
Patent
active
056715790
DESCRIPTION:
BRIEF SUMMARY
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to a modular element structure for display spaces.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PRIOR ART
In creating display spaces for the most varied requirements in the commercial field, structures of different characteristics and of correspondingly different effect are currently used.
A known structure of this type comprises a plurality of standardized lattices joined together at nodes to form a complex of uprights add beams extending in space in accordance with a predetermined pattern.
A drawback of this arrangement is that the standardized dimensions of the lattice or lattices place obvious constraints on the spatial structure formable with them.
A further drawback is that for connecting the lattices together, special connection elements or joints operable only with tools are required.
A further drawback is that the lattices must be assembled and fixed simultaneously, with evident little margin for manoeuvre in forming the structure.
A further known structure comprises a plurality of tubular bars which can be connected together at 90.degree. by joints, generally of ball type, to form a structural complex in space in accordance with a predetermined pattern.
A drawback of this arrangement is that it uses tubes of circular cross-section, which can be an obstacle in hiding cables which have to reach external equipment.
A further drawback is that the maximum number of elements converging towards one node is limited to two or three, according to the joint configuration, this considerably limiting the structure configurations obtainable.
Another known structure comprises a plurality of tubular beams screwed by their threaded ends to connection elements generally of ball shape.
A drawback of this arrangement is that the need to thread the ends of the tubular beams and hence the need to predetermine their dimensions places obvious limits on the spatial structure formable with them.
A further drawback is that it is not possible to work on intermediate elements of the structure, so that even if it requires only a minimum modification it has to be disassembled to such an extent that the intermediate element becomes an external element of the structure.
Another known structure comprises a plurality of panels variously arranged in space and connected together either directly or by metal structural sections.
A drawback of this arrangement is that the panels are not independent of the support structure and place material limitations on the number of configurations obtainable.
EP-A-0026166 discloses a device for attaching a second component to a first component in a secure but simple manner, yet which will allow the components to be dismantled. The application is particularly suited when the first component is in the form of an upright and when the second component is in the form of a handrail, direction sign, screen, etc., which may be attached to the handrail.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
An object of the invention is to provide a modular element structure which eliminates the drawbacks jointly and separately encountered in known structures while at the same time combining their merits.
A particular object of the invention is to provide a structure for display spaces using modular elements which can be rapidly assembled without having to use specialized personnel.
A further object of the invention is to provide a structure in which the individual elements can be easily fitted together without requiring any tool.
A further object of the invention is to provide a structure which while using a very small number of components enables different configurations to be obtained in relation to the particular display requirements.
A further object of the invention is to provide a structure which can be completely electrified while at the same time having the electric cables substantially hidden from view.
A further object of the invention is to provide a structure in which the configuration can be modified if operational requirements change.
A further object of the invention is to provide a struc
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King Perry Allan
Miranda Camino Santiago
Secco Andrea
Secco Lorenzo
Applicazioni S.R.L.
Kent Christopher T.
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