JP2021509700A - Metal deck material - Google Patents

Abstract

Provides a metal deck for completing a structural diaphragm without concrete. In one embodiment, a metal deck is provided that includes a plurality of deck components formed of continuous metal sheets. Each of the deck components contains a plurality of folded ribs formed along the length of the metal deck. Each of the plurality of folded ribs is configured such that one or more trusses of the building fit between the plurality of folded ribs. Metal decks can be used to complete structural diaphragms without concrete. [Selection diagram] FIG. 15

Description

(Cross-reference of related applications)
This application claims the priority of the partial continuation application No. 15 / 860,073 of the US non-provisional patent application filed on January 2, 2018, entitled "Metal Deck Material", and on July 22, 2015. U.S. Non-Temporary Patent Application No. 62 / 195,677, U.S. Provisional Patent Application, entitled "Metal Deck Material," filed on July 22, 2016, claiming the priority and interests of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 195,677. It claims the priority and interests of 15 / 217,589, all of which are incorporated herein by reference to all that is disclosed or taught.

The composite deck material can be used as a floor and / or ceiling for a one-story or multi-story building. Composite deck materials are used to complete the structural diaphragm of a building. The composite deck material includes a continuous metal sheet with concrete formed on it. The composite deck material may include a mesh structure to provide rigidity to the concrete.

In one embodiment, a metal deck is provided, the metal deck is formed along the width of the metal deck and is a plurality of deck components including a raised portion and a ribbed portion, the raised portion being a metal deck and a truss. Constructed to provide sound insulation between the structures, the ribbed portion includes a ribbed groove extending from the bottom surface of the metal deck, which is located adjacent to the first side surface of the ribbed groove. A first raised rib and a second raised rib located adjacent to the second side surface of the rib groove are further included, and the first raised rib and the second raised rib are substantially parallel to the rib groove and have a rib-like portion. Consists of a plurality of deck components including a rib groove extending along the length of the metal deck, a first raised rib, and a second raised rib.

A further understanding of the essence and benefits of the technique can be achieved by reference to the figures described in the rest of this specification. In the figure, similar reference numerals are used to refer to similar components through multiple figures. In some cases, the reference code may have an associated sublabel consisting of lowercase letters to indicate one of a plurality of similar components. When referring to a reference code without a sublabel, the reference is intended to refer to all such similar components.

FIG. 1 shows a three-dimensional view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 2A shows a side view of an exemplary metal deck. FIG. 2B shows a top view of an exemplary metal deck. FIG. 3 shows a cross-sectional view of an exemplary metal deck. FIG. 4 shows a three-dimensional view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein on a truss structure. FIG. 5 shows an alternative stereoscopic view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein on a truss structure. FIG. 6 shows an alternative top view of an exemplary metal deck. FIG. 7 shows a three-dimensional view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 8A shows an exemplary side view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 8B shows an exemplary side view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 8C shows an exemplary side view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 9 shows an exemplary process diagram for manufacturing and installing a metal deck of a building. FIG. 10 shows an exemplary top view of the metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 11 shows an exemplary top view of a portion of the metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 12 discloses an alternative diagram of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 13 shows yet another alternative to the exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 14 shows a side view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 15 shows another alternative to the metal decks disclosed herein. FIG. 16 shows another diagram of another exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 17 shows a top view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 18 shows a side sectional view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 19 shows a side sectional view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein located on a truss structure. FIG. 20 shows another diagram of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein located on a truss structure. FIG. 21 shows a diagram of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. FIG. 22 shows a side view of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein.

When constructing a one-story or multi-story building, composite deck material can be used for floors and / or ceilings. Composite deck materials with concrete are used to complete the structural diaphragm of the building. The structural diaphragm of the building connects the vertical and horizontal structural components together, causing them to carry out the transmission of lateral and vertical forces. In order to install the composite deck material, a continuous ribbed sheet of metal is attached, and then concrete is injected into the upper surface of the metal deck to form the composite deck. In some embodiments, the mesh is placed prior to injecting the concrete to give it rigidity. In various embodiments, the metal sheet of the composite deck material is used as a mechanism for forming concrete on it. The process of connecting a metal sheet to a structural element (eg, an I-beam), installing a mesh, injecting concrete and hardening the concrete is time consuming and costly.

In the embodiments described herein, a metal deck is provided. The metal decks described herein use ribbed structures with strength properties that allow the metal decks to be used as building floors and / or ceilings without concrete. As such, the metal decks described herein provide strength properties for completing the structural diaphragm of a building without the costly and time-consuming steps of injecting concrete. The dimensions and shape of the metal deck panel can be standardized. The standardization of metal decks makes it possible to manufacture metal decks using a cold roll forming machine. In the embodiments disclosed herein, lengths, depths, angles and the like are standardized. Such standardization reduces the need for repeated design and analysis by metal deck engineers. Furthermore, standardization also reduces the cost of manufacturing metal decks. These standardized metal decks can be used with other standardized building components such as wall panels and trusses.

In various embodiments, a layer of concrete may be injected onto the metal decks described herein for noise suppression. In these embodiments, the noise mat may be installed on the metal deck before the concrete is injected.

FIG. 1 shows a three-dimensional view of an exemplary metal deck 100 disclosed herein. Specifically, the metal deck 100 includes a plurality of deck components 102a, 102b, ... 102n. The metal deck 100 may be formed as one continuous product having deck components.

Various metal deck components are joined together. For example, the metal deck 100 can be formed from a metal sheet using a roll forming machine. An exemplary roll forming machine is configured to receive a macro file with instructions for cutting steel rolls at a given distance and at a given angle so that the roll can be rolled to make a metal deck. Can be done. Furthermore, such roll forming machines are further configured to receive instructions from macro files regarding the placement, drilling, etching or cutting of pilot holes and other openings for fasteners. The thickness of the sheet used to form the metal deck 100 may be, for example, 12 to 18 gauge (0.05 to 0.11 inch (1.27 to 2.794 mm)) of stainless steel plate. However, metal sheets of different thickness can also be used. Similarly, alternative materials used in building structures such as galvanized steel and aluminum can also be used.

Each of the deck components can be configured to have ribs 104 along its length 120. The rib 104 has a folded outer shape, and the ribs face each other from the downward surface of the deck component. In other words, when forming a metal deck with deck components, the folded ribs 104 face the ground and the approximately plane opposite the deck components facing the ribs 104 deviates from the ground. There is.

Furthermore, the deck components are formed such that the ribs 104 include rib openings 106a, 106b, 106c and the like at predetermined intervals along the length 120. The rib opening of such a rib 104 is included in the entire width 130 of the metal deck 100. In other words, the rib 104 is not continuous along the total length 120 of the deck component 102. The rib opening 106c is shown so as to be at one end of the deck component. A similar rib opening 106 may be provided at the other end of the deck component. The rib opening 106 is configured to accept a truss structure that supports the metal deck 100.

In one embodiment, the ribs 104 between the rib openings 106 are rib grooves 21.80 inches (553.72 mm) in length. In other embodiments, rib grooves having other lengths may be provided. In one embodiment, each of the rib openings 106 between the rib grooves may be 2.20 inches (55.88 mm). As a result, the distance between each inlet of the rib opening 106 is 24 inches (609.6 mm). The length dimensions of the rib grooves and rib openings 106 can be selected based on the dimensions of the other components of the construction method. For example, when using the metal deck 100 with trusses that are 21.80 inches (553.72 mm) apart from each other, the rib groove length is chosen to be 21.80 inches (553.72 mm). Furthermore, if the truss width is 2.20 inches (55.88 mm), a 2.20 inch (55.88 mm) rib opening is provided. This makes it possible to mount the metal deck 100 on a series of trusses.

FIG. 2A shows a side view of the metal deck 200, and FIG. 2B shows a top view of the metal deck 200. Referring to FIG. 2A, the metal deck 200 includes ribs 204 with a large number of predetermined rib openings 206a-206e. Each of the rib openings 206 is configured to accept a truss that supports the metal deck 200. The side surface of the rib opening 206 is angled to act as a guide for receiving the truss. For example, after installing the truss in the structure, the seat of the metal deck 200 can be placed on the truss while the truss is guided to the rib opening 206 by the inclination angle of the rib opening 206. Therefore, the person who arranges the metal deck 200 does not need to forcibly and accurately fit it on the truss.

Next, referring to FIG. 2B, the metal deck 200 includes a large number of deck components 202a-202e. The deck component may be formed from one continuous piece of metal. The rib 204 has a predetermined rib opening 206 and extends below the metal deck 200 (eg, in the z direction). The rib openings 206 of the various ribs are aligned so that a large number of parallel rib openings can accommodate the truss. For example, the rib opening 206 along the line 208 can accommodate the truss.

FIG. 3 shows a cross-sectional view of an exemplary metal deck 300. The metal deck 300 includes ribs 302a and 302b (eg, rib grooves) and upper ribs 306a and 306b. As shown in the enlarged view 304 of the rib 302a, the rib 302a has a folded outer shape. The height 310 of the rib 302a may be, for example, about 1.25 inches (31.7501 mm). The sides 312 and 314 are shown perpendicular to the surface of the metal deck 300. In one embodiment, the upper ends of the ribs 302a are pinched so that the upper ends of the side surfaces 312 and 314 are in contact with each other, for example, the upper surface of the metal deck 300 can be made substantially flat. Furthermore, in the illustrated embodiment, the upper ends of each of the side surfaces 312 and 314 are curved. The ribs further support the deck 300 and give the deck 300 a rigid structure.

The upper ribs (eg, upper ribs 306a) provide gripping or traction to the metal deck 300. For example, the upper part of the metal deck 300 may be a working surface, and the upper ribs can provide traction so that a person can walk around without slipping. The upper ribs can be arranged in various patterns. The metal deck 300 further includes a raised tab 308. The raised tab 308 is configured to accept a flat portion of another metal deck.

FIG. 4 shows a three-dimensional view 400 of an exemplary metal deck 402 disclosed herein on a truss structure 404. Specifically, the metal deck 402 includes a plurality of ribs 410a, 410b and the like having rib openings (for example, rib openings 408). The metal deck 402 is placed and illustrated on a truss structure 404 that includes a plurality of trusses 406a, 406b, and the like. The rib openings are sized to fit the trusses, and the ribs fit between the trusses 406.

FIG. 5 shows an alternative stereoscopic view 500 of the exemplary metal deck 502 disclosed herein on the truss structure 504. Specifically, the metal deck 502 includes a plurality of deck components 506a, 506b and the like placed on the trusses 508a, 508b and the like. It should be understood that the metal deck 502 may include more or fewer deck components than shown. It should also be understood that the truss structure 504 may include more or fewer trusses than shown. Therefore, the ribs (not shown) on the metal deck may include a large number of rib openings (not shown) that match the number of trusses 508.

FIG. 6 shows an alternative top view of an exemplary metal deck 600. The metal deck 600 includes a plurality of deck components 602a, 602b and the like. The upper surface 606 of the metal deck 600 includes a plurality of upper ribs 604a, 604b and the like. Some upper ribs 604, such as the upper ribs 604e, extend along the length 610 of the metal deck 600. Other upper ribs, such as 604a, 604b, 604c, are arranged in a diagonal pattern. It should be understood that the upper ribs may be arranged in other patterns. For example, the upper rib 604d may be arranged perpendicular to the upper rib 604e. The upper rib 604 provides traction to the upper surface 606. Therefore, the upper surface 606 can be a working surface.

FIG. 7 shows a three-dimensional view of an exemplary metal deck 700 disclosed herein. Specifically, the metal deck 700 includes a plurality of deck components 702a, 702b ... 702n (hereinafter, referred to as deck components). The metal deck 700 may be formed as one continuous product with deck components coupled to each other. For example, the metal deck 700 can be formed from a metal sheet using a roll forming machine. The thickness of the sheet used to form the metal deck 700 may be, for example, 16-18 gauge (0.0625-0.0500 inch (1.5875-1.27 mm)) of stainless steel plate. However, metal sheets of different thickness can also be used. Similarly, alternative materials used in building structures such as galvanized steel and aluminum can also be used. For example, if standard steel sheets are used to make the deck component 702, the thickness of the deck is, for example, equal to the thickness of 0.00598 to 0.0478 inches (0.1519 to 1.2141 mm), 16 to. It may be 18 gauge standard steel. On the other hand, if a galvanized steel sheet is used to make the deck component 702, the thickness of the deck is, for example, equal to the thickness of 0.0635-0.0516 inches (1.6129-1.3106 mm), 16 It may be galvanized steel of ~ 18 gauge.

Each of the deck components 702 can be configured to have ribs 704 along its length 720. The rib 704 is formed in the shape of an epigastrium, and the rib 704 faces the downward surface of the deck component 702. In other words, when the deck component 702 is used to form a metal deck, the dovetail rib 704 faces the ground and the plane opposite the deck component 702 facing the rib 704 is oriented from the ground. ing.

Furthermore, the deck component 702 is formed such that the ribs 704 are cut at predetermined intervals along the length 720. Such a cut of the rib 704 spans the entire width 730 of the metal deck 700. In other words, the rib 704 is not continuous along the overall length 720 of the deck component 702. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, each of the deck components 702 has rib openings 706a, 706b, 706c (hereinafter, referred to as rib openings 706). The rib opening 706c is shown so as to be at one end of the deck component 702. A similar rib opening may be provided at the other end of the deck component 702.

In one embodiment, the rib 704 is cut along its length 720 to form a rib groove that is 21.80 inches (553.7211 mm) in length. In another embodiment, rib grooves having other lengths may be provided. In one embodiment, each of the rib openings 706 between the rib grooves may be 2.20 inches (55.8801 mm). As a result, the distance between each inlet of the rib opening 706 is 24 inches (609.6012 mm). The length dimensions of the rib grooves and rib openings 706 can be selected based on the dimensions of the other components of the construction method. For example, when using the metal deck 700 with trusses that are 21.80 inches (553.7211 mm) apart from each other, the rib groove length is chosen to be 21.80 inches (553.7211 mm). Furthermore, if the width of the truss is 2.20 inches (55.8801 mm), a 2.20 inch (55.8801 mm) rib opening 706 is provided. This makes it possible to mount the metal deck 700 on a series of trusses.

8A-8C show exemplary side views of the partial metal decks disclosed herein. Specifically, FIG. 8A shows a side view of the metal deck 800 showing a plurality of dovetail ribs 802 extending along the z direction. In one embodiment, the metal deck 800 further comprises an upper rib 804 on its surface such that the upper rib 804 is recessed upward in the direction opposite to the rib 802. The ribs 802 and upper ribs 804 provide support or strength to the metal deck system. Furthermore, the upper rib 804 provides traction on the upper surface of the deck. If the metal deck 800 is provided without ribs, the metal deck 800 without ribs may not be sufficiently supported as a work surface because it may bend with a small load.

FIG. 8B shows an enlarged view of the rib 810 having two sides 812 and 814 and a bottom surface 816. The sides 812 and 814 are shown to have angles 808a and 808b with respect to the surface of the metal deck 800. In the present embodiment, these angles 808a and 808b are substantially the same as each other, and the rib 810 has a symmetrical shape with respect to the x-axis. However, in another embodiment, the angles 808a and 808b may be different from each other based on one or more load distribution requirements. In one embodiment, the upper end of the rib 810 may be pinched so that the upper ends of the side surfaces 812 and 814 are in contact with each other. Furthermore, in the illustrated embodiment, the upper ends of each of the side surfaces 812 and 814 are curved.

FIG. 8C shows an enlarged view of the upper rib 820. The upper rib 820 may have a height of about 1.25 inches (31.7501 mm).

FIG. 9 shows an exemplary process diagram 900 for manufacturing and installing a metal deck of a building. Step 902 receives the macro file on a roll forming machine used to make various components of the building. In one embodiment, such a macro file can be received from a software application that creates the macro file based on the design drawing. In step 904, the steel roll is placed in the roll forming machine. In step 906, the roll forming machine interprets the instruction from the macro file and rolls the metal deck. In step 908, a pilot hole is drilled in the metal deck. In step 910, the metal deck is placed on the previously installed truss. The metal deck is attached to the truss in step 912. In step 914, the wall panels on the next floor of the building are installed on the metal deck. This process will be repeated for the number of floors of the building.

FIG. 10 shows an exemplary top view 1000 of the metal deck disclosed herein. The metal deck disclosed herein can include a large number of ribs on top of the deck. Specifically, these ribs may be at an angle to the length of the metal deck. In an exemplary embodiment, the seat length of the metal deck may be between 2 and 20 feet (0.6096 m to 6.0961 m). However, in other embodiments, other lengths may be available.

FIG. 11 shows an exemplary top view 1100 of a portion of the metal deck disclosed herein. Specifically, top view 1100 shows various exemplary arrangements of ribs located on a metal deck. For example, these ribs may be at an angle of 35 or 40 degrees to an axis along the length of the deck. Different arrangements may have different angles ranging from 20 to 60 degrees. In one embodiment, the length of the upper rib may be 3.25 to 5.00 inches (82.502 to 127.0003 mm). However, other lengths may be possible.

FIG. 12 discloses an alternative to the exemplary metal deck disclosed herein, FIG. 1200. As shown herein, in an exemplary embodiment, the edges of the folded ribs can be cut at an angle of 75 degrees (1202) from the surface of the metal deck to accommodate the truss. Furthermore, in the illustrated embodiment, the folded ribs may have openings spaced about 2 feet (0.6096 m) apart. The metal deck may have open edges at each end of about 1.125 inches (28.5751 mm).

FIG. 13 shows yet another alternative to the exemplary metal deck disclosed herein, FIG. 1300. Details of parts 1302 and 1304 are detailed below in FIGS. 14 and 15.

FIG. 14 shows a side view 1400 of an exemplary metal deck disclosed herein. As shown herein, side view 1400 shows the length of the folded rib 1402, which is about 1.25 inches (31.7501 mm). The thickness of the folded rib 1402 may be about 0.13 inch (3.302 mm).

FIG. 15 shows another alternative side view 1500 of the metal deck disclosed herein. As shown in 1502, the metal deck bends about 88 degrees (~ 90 degrees) at the edges when loaded, which can give flexibility to the edges of the metal deck. The upper ribs may be located approximately 0.57 inches (14.478 mm) away from the folded ribs.

FIG. 16 shows another diagram of another exemplary metal deck 1600 disclosed herein. The metal deck 1600 can be formed, for example, from a sheet of 14-18 gauge steel by a roll forming machine. The metal deck 1600 includes a number of deck components (eg, deck component 1602) that substantially extend to the length of the metal deck 1600. Many deck components are formed along the width of the metal deck 1600. The deck component includes a raised portion and a ribbed portion. For example, the deck component 1602 includes a raised portion 1604 (also referred to as a raised portion 1604) and a ribbed portion 1606 (also referred to as a ribbed portion 1606). When the metal deck 1600 is installed on a truss structure (eg, truss structure 2004 in FIG. 20), the raised portion 1604 is spaced between the metal deck 1600 and the truss structure to provide sound insulation / silence. For example, the sound wave vibration reaching the metal deck 1600 is dissipated by the spacing (eg, air) provided by the raised portion 1604. As illustrated in FIG. 16, the metal deck 1600 includes a number of ridges extending to the length of the metal deck 1600, including most of the area of the metal deck 1600. Therefore, most of the surface area of the metal deck 1600 rises above the truss structure for acoustic control / sound absorption.

A large number of protrusions are arranged along the length of the raised portion 1604. For example, the raised portion 1604 includes a protrusion 1608. It should be understood that in the illustrated embodiment, the protrusions 1608 have a substantially truncated cone shape, but protrusions 1608 of other shapes (eg, trapezoidal prisms) are also conceivable. The protrusions can be formed using a perforation or etching device or machine. It should be understood that in the illustrated embodiment, the protrusion 1608 includes an opening, but in the alternative embodiment, the protrusion 1608 does not include an opening. The protrusions 1608 provide a wavy surface for gripping or traction control purposes. For example, the protrusions can provide some traction to workers traversing the metal deck 1600. Similarly, the protrusions provide a surface area that is joined by the concrete injected onto the metal deck 1600.

The ribbed portion 1606 of the deck component 1602 of the metal deck 1600 provides a wavy surface for rigidity and support as well as for gripping purposes. In other words, the ribbed portion prevents significant deflection of the metal deck 1600. In one embodiment, the ribbed portion 1606 consists of two rib gutters disposed on either side of two adjacent raised ribs. The two raised ribs are arranged on either side of a rib groove (eg, rib groove 1814 in FIG. 18) that substantially extends to the length of the metal deck 1600. The rib groove contains a notch to accommodate the truss structure so that the metal deck can be substantially supported by the truss structure. Furthermore, the rib groove provides more stability (rigidity and deflection reduction) for the metal deck 1600. The ribbed portion extends substantially (or overall) to the length of the metal deck 1600.

The metal deck 1600 further includes an arbitrary notch (eg, notch 1610) on the metal deck 1600 side. The notch can be included so that the metal deck 1600 can fit snugly into some structural stanchions of the building. The positioning of the various notches depends on the placement of the structural columns in the building. In some embodiments, the metal deck 1600 may not include a notch for the structural strut, as such a metal deck may not be located near the structural strut. The metal deck 1600 includes an end notch 1612 for receiving structural struts. The arrangement and dimensions of the end notches 1612 are also determined by the layout of the structural columns within the building or structure. It should be understood that FIG. 16 illustrates only a portion of the metal deck.

FIG. 17 shows a top view of an exemplary metal deck 1700 disclosed herein. The metal deck 1700 is only partially illustrated. The metal deck 1700 includes a number of deck components (eg, deck components 1702) including raised and ribbed portions. The ribbed portion provides strength and rigidity and prevents significant deflection of the metal deck 1700. The raised portion is raised above any truss structure (not shown) on which the metal deck is located. The ridges are spaced from the metal deck 1700 within the truss structure to provide acoustic control / absorption. The ribs and protrusions on the ridges (eg, protrusions 1704) provide traction control for the metal deck 1700.

The metal deck 1700 includes individual notches 1706, 1708, 1710 and 1712 located around the individual edges of the metal deck 1700. Notches 1706, 1708 and 1710 are for accepting and surrounding various structural columns / cylinders of a building or structure. The position, dimensions and shape of the notches 1706, 1708, 1710, etc. are determined by the arrangement of structural columns / cylinders of the building or structure. It should be understood that the metal deck may contain more or fewer notches than shown in FIG. In some embodiments, the metal deck does not contain any notches.

FIG. 18 shows a side sectional view of an exemplary metal deck 1800 disclosed herein. Specifically, FIG. 18 illustrates the outlines of various parts included in the metal deck 1800. For example, deck component 1802 includes a raised portion 1804 and a ribbed portion 1806. When the metal deck 1800 is installed on a truss structure (eg, the truss structure of FIG. 20), the raised portion 1804 does not contact the truss structure and provides a gap between the metal deck 1800 and the truss structure. Such spacing provides acoustic control / absorption so that sound waves transmitted through the metal deck 1800 are dissipated by air within the spacing provided by the ridges. The raised portion 1804 further includes a protrusion (eg, protrusion 1808) that provides traction control on the metal deck 1800.

Ribbed portions (eg, ribbed portions 1806) provide support, rigidity and prevent significant deflection of the metal deck 1800. The ribbed portion 1806 includes two rib gutters (eg, rib gutters 1810) disposed on either side of two adjacent raised ribs (eg, raised ribs 1812). Rib grooves (eg, rib grooves 1814) are formed between two adjacent raised ribs in the ribbed portion 1806. The rib groove 1814 extends from the bottom surface of the metal deck 1600 away from the metal deck 1800. The two adjacent raised ribs have a rib groove extending downward below the metal deck 1800 in the middle. The base portion of the rib gutter 1810 can be supported by a truss structure. The rib gutter 1810, along with the raised rib 1812, provides support for the raised portion of the metal deck 1800. The rib groove 1814, the rib gutter 1810 and the raised rib 1812 extend substantially in the length of the metal deck 1600 (eg, in a direction substantially parallel to the z-axis). The rib groove 1814 extends downward from the bottom surface of the metal deck (for example, substantially parallel to the x-axis and in a direction opposite to the x-axis as shown). Each contour (eg, deck component) is constructed along the width of the metal deck material (eg, along an axis parallel to the y-axis) and is substantially the length of the metal deck (eg, z-axis). Extends (along an axis parallel to).

As shown in FIG. 18, the edges of the metal deck 1800 can be formed to have various outer shapes. With such a configuration, a plurality of metal decks can be arranged adjacent to each other so that the end portions overlap each other. For example, the metal deck 1800 includes a first edge 1816 with a narrow gutter rib 1818 and a raised flange 1820. The metal deck 1800 further includes a second edge 1822 including a rib gutter 1824, a raised rib 1826, a rib groove 1828 and a flange 1830 (eg, a flat flange). If the first edge 1816 (of another metal deck) was located adjacent to the second edge 1822, the flange 1830 would extend beneath the raised flange 1820 of the first edge 1816. The illustrated configuration provides support and allows various metal decks to be fixedly placed adjacent to each other. In some embodiments, the metal deck material 1800 includes dovetail-shaped ribbed grooves, such as the ribbed grooves 702 and 802 shown in FIGS. 7 and 8.

FIG. 19 shows a side sectional view 1900 of an exemplary metal deck 1902 disclosed herein located on a truss structure 1904. The truss structure 1904 includes an upper chord member 1906 on which the metal deck 1902 is located. The upper chord member 1906 is arranged in a notch opening (eg, opening 2008 in FIG. 20) located in each of the plurality of rib grooves (eg, rib groove 1908) of the metal deck 1902. The metal deck 1902 includes a plurality of deck components including a raised portion (eg, raised portion 1910). The raised portion 1910 provides sound insulation between the metal deck 1902 and the truss chords 1906. The raised portion 1910 is supported by an adjacent rib gutter. For example, the raised portion 1910 is supported by adjacent rib gutters 1912 and 1914. The bases of the rib gutters 1912 and 1914 come into contact with the top surface of the truss chord member 1906. Therefore, any force applied to the raised portion 1910 is transmitted to the truss via the rib gutters 1912 and 1914.

The truss of the truss structure 1904 is located on an axis parallel to the y-axis, and the metal deck 1902 includes a length located on an axis parallel to the z-axis. The rib groove 1908 is parallel to the z-axis because it extends substantially over the length of the metal deck (eg, other than the notch opening for receiving the truss). The rib grooves 1908 and the truss are arranged substantially perpendicular to each other.

FIG. 20 shows another FIG. 2000 of an exemplary metal deck 2002 disclosed herein, located on a truss structure 2004. The truss structure 2004 is partially illustrated and includes a number of trusses such as truss 2010. The metal deck 2002 includes a plurality of rib grooves (eg, rib grooves 2006) including a large number of notched openings (eg, notch openings 2008) for receiving the first chords of various trusses 2010. The notch opening allows the deck 2010 to be fixedly placed on the truss structure 2004 so that the metal deck 2002 does not substantially move or slide with respect to the truss structure. Furthermore, as described above with respect to FIG. 18, if a plurality of metal decks are arranged in an overlapping configuration, the overlapping configuration of the truss 2010 and the metal deck 2002 further prevents the plurality of metal decks from moving / sliding. Will be done.

FIG. 21 shows a diagram of an exemplary metal deck 2100 disclosed herein. The metal deck 2100 includes a plurality of rib grooves (eg, rib grooves 2106) extending beneath the metal deck. The rib groove 2106 includes a notched opening (eg, opening 2102) for receiving the truss of the building (or the upper chord of the wall panel). The rib groove 2106 further includes an end opening (eg, end opening 2104) for receiving a portion of the metal deck or wall structure. The end opening 2104 allows two metal decks to be placed end-to-end, with adjacent ends both placed on a truss or wall structure.

To manufacture the metal deck 2200, the roll forming machine interprets a macro file that defines the dimensions of the metal deck to make the metal deck 2200 (eg, step 906 in FIG. 9). The continuous metal sheet can be bent / rolled / folded into the shape of the metal deck 2100. The forming machine uses various forming elements such as a roller, a folder, an etching apparatus, a press machine, and the like, and uses various forming elements such as a rib groove 2104, a raised rib (for example, a raised rib 1812 in FIG. 1810), a raised portion (eg, raised portion 1804 in FIG. 18) and a protrusion (eg, protrusion 1808 in FIG. 18) can be formed. Notched openings in ribbed grooves (eg, openings 2102 and 2104) can be formed (eg, etched or cut) during or after groove formation. Furthermore, various notches around the edges of the metal deck 2100 (eg, for receiving structural columns / cylinders) may be formed after the metal deck has been substantially formed.

FIG. 22 shows a side view of an exemplary metal deck 2200 disclosed herein. The metal deck 2200 includes a plurality of rib grooves (eg, rib grooves 2206) with a large number of openings (eg, openings 2204) for receiving truss or wall structures. The metal deck further includes a plurality of protrusions (eg, protrusions 2202) located along the top surface (eg, on the raised portion). The protrusion 2202 provides traction control for the metal deck material.

The above specification, examples, and data provide a detailed description of the structure and use of exemplary embodiments of the invention. Since many embodiments of the present invention can be implemented without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention is within the scope of the claims attached below. Furthermore, the structural features of the different embodiments can also be incorporated into yet another embodiment without departing from the listed claims. Although the present invention has been described with reference to preferred embodiments, one of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that changes can be made in form and detail without departing from the scope of the invention. The above-described embodiment and other embodiments are within the scope of the following claims.

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It ’s a metal deck,
A plurality of deck components formed of continuous metal sheets, one or more of the deck components being formed along the width of the metal deck, including a raised portion and a ribbed portion. The raised portion is configured to provide sound insulation between the metal deck and the truss structure, the ribbed portion includes a rib groove extending from the bottom surface of the metal deck, and the ribbed portion is said to be said. It further includes a first raised rib located adjacent to the first side surface of the rib groove and a second raised rib located adjacent to the second side surface of the rib groove, the first raised rib and the second raised rib. The raised rib is substantially parallel to the rib groove, and the rib-shaped portion includes the rib groove extending along the length of the metal deck, the first raised rib, and the second raised rib. A metal deck composed of the plurality of deck components. The metal deck according to claim 1, wherein each of the rib grooves of the plurality of deck components includes a side surface formed perpendicular to the bottom surface of the metal deck. The metal deck according to claim 1, wherein each of the rib grooves is a dovetail rib. The rib-shaped portion further includes a first rib gutter located adjacent to the first raised rib and a second rib gutter located adjacent to the second raised rib, and the first rib gutter. The metal deck according to claim 1, wherein the second rib gutter is substantially parallel to the rib groove. The metal deck according to claim 1, wherein the raised portion further includes a plurality of protrusions arranged along the length of the raised portion, and the plurality of protrusions provide traction control of the raised portion. The metal deck according to claim 1, wherein the continuous metal sheet has a thickness of 12 to 18 gauge (1.27 to 2.794 mm). 1. The rib groove further comprises one or more rib openings for receiving a portion of the truss structure so that the metal deck can be fixedly arranged on the truss structure. Described metal deck. A first edge extending over the length of the metal deck, including the raised flange, and the first edge.
A second edge extending over the length of the metal deck, wherein the first edge includes a flat flange, and the first edge and the second edge are one or more overlapping configurations. The second edge, which is for arranging the metal deck on an additional metal deck,
The metal deck according to claim 1, further comprising. 1. One or more notches are arranged at one or more edges of the metal deck, and the one or more notches are configured to accept one or more structural stanchions of a building, claim 1. The metal deck described in. The metal deck according to claim 1, wherein the raised portion is located between two rib gutters, and the two rib gutters support the raised portion. It ’s a structural system,
Two or more trusses arranged parallel to each other,
A metal deck arranged on the two or more trusses and containing a plurality of deck components formed of continuous metal sheets.
One or more of the deck components are formed along the width of the metal deck and include a raised portion and a ribbed portion, the raised portion being between the metal deck and the two or more trusses. The ribbed portion is configured to provide sound insulation, the ribbed portion includes a rib groove extending from the bottom surface of the metal deck, and the ribbed portion is located adjacent to a first side surface of the rib groove. The first raised rib and the second raised rib located adjacent to the second side surface of the rib groove are further included, and the first raised rib and the second raised rib are substantially parallel to the rib groove. The rib-shaped portion comprises the rib groove extending along the length of the metal deck, the first raised rib, and the metal deck including the second raised rib. Structural system. Each of the rib grooves comprises at least two rib openings, and each of the at least two rib openings is such that the metal deck is fixedly arranged on the two or more trusses. 11. The structural system of claim 11, configured to accept trusses. 11. The structural system of claim 11, wherein each of the rib grooves of the plurality of deck components comprises a side surface formed perpendicular to the bottom surface of the metal deck. 11. The structural system of claim 11, wherein each of the rib grooves of the plurality of deck components is a dovetail rib. The rib-shaped portion further includes a first rib gutter located adjacent to the first raised rib and a second rib gutter located adjacent to the second raised rib, and the first rib gutter. The structural system according to claim 11, wherein the second rib gutter is substantially parallel to the rib groove. 11. The structural system of claim 11, wherein the raised portion further comprises a plurality of protrusions arranged along the length of the raised portion, the plurality of protrusions providing traction control of the raised portion. The metal deck
A first edge extending over the length of the metal deck, including the raised flange, and the first edge.
A second edge extending over the length of the metal deck, wherein the first edge includes a flat flange, and the first edge and the second edge are one or more overlapping configurations. 11. The structural system of claim 11, further comprising the second edge, which is for arranging the metal deck on an additional metal deck. The metal deck comprises one or more notches arranged at one or more edges of the metal deck, the one or more notches configured to accept one or more structural stanchions of the building. The structural system according to claim 11. 11. The structural system of claim 11, wherein each of the rib grooves is arranged substantially perpendicular to the two or more trusses. The structural system according to claim 11, wherein the raised portion is located between two rib gutters, and the two rib gutters support the raised portion.

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