Structure formed from panels joined with universal clamping brackets

摘要

A structure is constructed from a plurality of panels formed of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC), Structural Insulated Panels, plywood or the like. The shelter also includes bracket members that connect at least two panels together and clamp at least one panel to the bracket with clamping structures that activate when fasteners are secured to the bracket.

主权项

1. A structure comprising:
a first substantially planar panel; a second substantially planar panel; a bracket operably securing said first substantially planar panel to said second substantially planar panel, said bracket having
a base that operably engages an edge of one of the first and second panels;a flange extending substantially perpendicular from the base;an elongate protrusion aligned substantially parallel with the flange and spaced apart from the flange by a defined distance, the elongate protrusion extending into the planar panel; and,a fastener extending through the flange, a portion of the panel and the elongate protrusion such that tightening of the fastener draws a distal end of the fastener toward the flange thereby clamping the portion of the panel to the bracket.