WO2023208347A1 - Multifunctional glass system - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a multifunctional glass system comprising a fastening device (40, 42) for fastening a multifunctional glass element (10) to a wall (46, 48) or ceiling (50) of the interior space (46), the multifunctional glass element (10) comprising a frame (6) for integrating all of the components of the multifunctional glass element (10) and for attachment to the fastening device (40, 42), the fastening device being designed to change the position of the multifunctional glass element (10) between a first position and a second position; the multifunctional glass element comprising a first main surface which represents a working position side (22) and a second main surface which represents a rest position side (24); and at least partial regions of the multifunctional glass element (10) on the working position side (22) being designed as an information system, in particular as a screen (2) for IT applications and for use as a TV; and the multifunctional glass element comprising, on the rest position side (24), a composite glass element (4) having at least one transparent intermediate layer; and the multifunctional glass element (10) having, on the rest position side (24), at least two of the functions from the list comprising: embodiment with integrated LEDs (38) as artificial light; embodiment with at least one camera (33); embodiment with at least one loudspeaker (31); embodiment with at least one microphone (32); embodiment with a security system (35); embodiment with a temperature sensor (37); embodiment with a heating system; and embodiment with a screen (34) for gaming applications.

Description

Multi-functional glass system

Field of invention

The invention relates to a multi-functional glass system for use in an interior of a building.

State of the art

Multi-functional glass elements are known for different applications. Transparent cast resin composite glasses with integrated LEDs are known in technology, which can be used as media glass facades on the outside as an advertising medium.

The laminated glass according to DE 20 2008 003 804 Ul comprises two glass elements, between which there is a decorative layer and optionally light-emitting diodes.

EP 3 264 241 A1 also describes a glass element that has a touch-sensitive layer between two glass panes that controls integrated lighting using light-emitting diodes.

Inside buildings, there is increasingly no longer a clear separation between living and working environments. There is therefore a need to create suitable means to develop comfortable but at the same time space-saving solutions both in the living area and in the home working environment.

Presentation of the invention

The invention is based on the object of developing a multi-functional glass system that can be used in as many different ways as possible in the interior of a building, but at the same time also saves space. This task is solved by a multi-functional glass system with the features of claim 1. Preferred embodiments follow from the remaining claims.

The multi-functional glass system according to the invention for use in an interior of a building comprises a fastening device for fastening a multi-functional glass element to a wall or the ceiling of the interior, the multi-functional glass element having a frame for integrating all components of the multi-functional glass element and for attachment to the fastening device. The fastening device is adapted to change the position of the multifunctional glass element between a first position and a second position. The multi-functional glass element includes a first main surface, which represents a working position side, and a second main surface, which represents a rest position side. On the working position side, the multi-functional glass element has the function of being designed, at least in some areas, as an information system, in particular as a screen for IT applications and for TV use. On the rest position side, the multi-functional glass element comprises a laminated glass element with at least one transparent intermediate layer and has at least two of the functions from the list, comprising:

Design with at least one camera;

Design with at least one loudspeaker, preferably with two or more loudspeakers;

Design with at least one microphone;

Design with a security system; Design with a temperature sensor that can be coupled to an external system for controlling the living room climate;

Design with a heating system, preferably in the form of one or more infrared radiators, and

Design with a screen for gaming applications.

The multi-functional glass system according to the invention thus integrates various functions into a frame that can be attached to a wall or ceiling of the interior using a fastening device in the interior of a building. The fastening device is designed and adapted so that the position of the multi-functional glass element can be changed between a first position and a second position. Furthermore, the multi-functional glass element comprises two main surfaces, each of which has integrated functionalities. These functionalities are provided individually or in combinations of several functionalities via components, such as a screen or a laminated glass element. These components are held by the frame. However, individual components can have a number of functional elements, such as LEDs or a loudspeaker, which are integrated into a laminated glass element.

In a first main area, an information system is integrated, at least in some areas, in particular as a screen for IT applications and for TV use. Since this side is likely to be used primarily in a home working environment, the main area on this side of the multifunctional glass element is referred to as the working position side. The term ff is not to be understood as restrictive, but purely descriptive, since the oppositely oriented second main surface of the multi-functional glass element can also be provided with a screen and can therefore be used in the same way when working at home despite the designation as the rest position side.

On the rest position side, the multi-functional glass element comprises a laminated glass element with at least one transparent intermediate layer. Such laminated glass elements are known in the art and consist of glass elements from which a multiple laminated glass is produced using special transparent casting resins or a suitable film. Such casting resins are offered, for example, by the Kömmerling chemical factory in Pirmasens.

According to the invention, the multi-functional glass element has at least two of the functions from the list given above on the rest position side. The components for producing the functionalities, such as. B. LEDs can be integrated into the laminated glass element, but can also be provided separately in the same way.

When designing a screen for gaming applications, a touch screen is usually provided that can be controlled by the user by touch.

The multi-functional glass system is therefore variable both in terms of possible attachment in the interior of a building and in terms of orientation in the first position and in the second position. By providing a frame, all components of the multifunctional glass element can be integrated, but also easily maintained, repaired and replaced. It is also important that the multi-functional glass system has functions on both the working position side and the rest position side that can be used depending on the orientation of the multi-functional glass element. The provision of a laminated glass element with at least one Transparent intermediate layer at least on the rest position side also has the advantage that various functions can be integrated into the laminated glass element.

Preferably, the multi-functional glass element on the working position side has, in addition to being designed as an information system, at least in some areas, at least one function from the list, comprising:

Design with integrated LEDs as artificial light,

Design with at least one camera,

Design with at least one loudspeaker, preferably with two or more loudspeakers,

Design with at least one microphone,

Design with at least one motion detector,

Design with a temperature sensor that can be coupled to an external system to control the living room climate, and

Design with a heating system, preferably in the form of one or more infrared radiators, these functions preferably being integrated in one or more laminated glass elements.

The multifunctional glass system therefore has a large number of functions that can be integrated individually or in combination into one or more laminated glass elements. In addition, the functionalities can be used in different ways to suit the individual needs of a user in both a work environment and a Adapt living environment. For example, the design of the working position side with a motion detector can be coupled with the lighting control of the room, but at the same time, in combination with the provision of one or more speakers, it can also be coupled with an alarm system that sends an alarm signal via the speakers and optionally also via a visual display with the help of integrated LEDs as artificial light. The possible design with a temperature sensor can, on the one hand, be coupled to an external system for controlling the living room climate, but alternatively or additionally it can also be coupled to this when a heating system is provided on the rest position side and/or on the working position side.

The design with a heating system on the working position side is particularly relevant for home office applications because when there is a lack of movement when working in front of a screen, many people complain about cold hands and feet due to insufficient blood circulation.

Numerous possible functions and the associated functional elements can be integrated into the frame, so that on the one hand it can be easily adapted to the individual needs of a user, but on the other hand, due to the modular structure, it is also possible to adapt the multi-functional glass system to future technical developments. For example, in addition to a screen, a camera can be provided separately, which is already integrated into the new screen when the screen is replaced with a future, newer screen, so that a different module can be inserted into the frame instead of the camera when the screen is replaced , which, for example, now contains a temperature sensor instead of the camera originally intended. According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the frame can be dismantled or opened and preferably includes corner connectors and frame profiles screwed to them.

Because the frame can be dismantled or opened, all components are accessible for maintenance, repair and replacement, but also for replacement with more technically advanced components.

It is preferred that the components are each accessible from the corresponding side. In other words, it is advantageous if the components of the working position side are accessible from the working position side, while the components arranged on the rest position side are accessible from the rest position side. In this way, replacement or repair is easy and there is no need to remove components just to gain access to the components to be replaced or repaired.

A frame that includes corner connectors around frame profiles screwed to them has proven to be particularly suitable for integrating the components in the desired formats. At the same time, a frame formed in this way is sufficiently mechanically stable and can be connected using a suitable fastening device. Finally, such a frame can also be easily replaced by a new frame, for example a frame with larger dimensions, in order to accommodate components such as screens, monitors or laminated glass elements of other dimensions.

The corner connectors can be designed in any way.

This makes it possible to miter the frame profiles and screw them together with corner connectors. In the same way, the connection can also be made via a T-joint. According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the frame comprises holding profiles, which are each connected to one of the longitudinal profiles and are preferably screwed, suspended or clipped in. By providing holding profiles, accessibility to all components can be easily achieved by removing the corresponding holding profiles in the area of a component to be maintained or repaired. In addition, the retaining profiles prevent the components from accidentally falling out of the frame.

According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the frame comprises corner connectors and longitudinal profiles, wherein at least one of the elements from the list is inserted into the longitudinal profiles and/or corner connectors, comprising: a camera, a motion detector,

- a heating system; and a temperature sensor is integrated.

This solution is advantageous because integrating such components into the frame is cheaper to produce than integrating them into laminated glass elements. These functions can be provided both on the working position side and on the rest position side, which also makes the multi-functional glass system easier and more cost-effective to produce, for example by having motion detectors integrated into the frame on both sides of the frame, i.e. H . on the work position page and on the Rest position side, are provided and the signal processing can take place together.

According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the laminated glass element on the rest position side has a completely or at least a partially non-transparent layer on the main surface facing the working position side.

Preferably, several functions are arranged in the spatially separate areas of the multi-functional glass element. Alternatively, several functions can also be arranged in spatially overlapping areas. For example, the room lighting and the information system can be arranged in overlapping areas.

If as many functions as possible are to be combined in a single laminated glass element, the laminated glass element can also include at least three glass panes with two intermediate layers. For example, if four functions are to be provided for a single laminated glass element, these are usually integrated into the intermediate layer or several intermediate layers between the glass panes. As an alternative or in addition, individual functions can be integrated into the individual glass panes of a laminated glass element. Two functions can be provided in each glass pane of the laminated glass element, but a 3:1 division between the two glass panes can also be selected. If a higher number of functions are provided, for example five functions, these can be divided in any way between the glass elements and intermediate layers. Any division between the intermediate layer and the individual glass panes is possible, as long as it makes technical sense. For example, it makes technical sense to arrange integrated speakers towards the inside of the room. Furthermore, functions can be placed in the intermediate layer or Intermediate layers can be integrated between the individual glass panes of the laminated glass element.

The frame preferably has dimensions that are adapted to the opening diagonal of conventional door openings. However, the standardized door sizes that are most commonly used do not limit the dimensions of the frame, since if larger formats are chosen, it can be assembled on site and equipped with the components to be integrated.

According to a preferred embodiment, the fastening device comprises an electrically operated drive. It is particularly preferred if a user can operate the fastening device with the help of a remote control, so that the multi-functional glass element can be moved between the first position and the second position.

Preferably, the fastening device is designed to lock the multi-functional glass element at least in the first position and second position, but preferably designed to lock the multi-functional glass element in a large number of intermediate positions within the mobility between the first position and the second position, and most preferably to be locked in any intermediate position.

For example, if the multi-functional glass element is in a horizontal position like a table top in the second position, it must be ensured that no danger can arise from the multi-functional glass element if a malfunction occurs in the fastening device.

According to a preferred embodiment, the fastening device can be mounted on a ceiling of the interior and, when mounted in this way, comprises a device which runs essentially in a horizontal direction Pivot axis. In this way, the multi-functional glass element can be moved from a first position in which the working position side is arranged essentially vertically to a second position in which the rest position side of the multi-functional glass element is arranged parallel to the ceiling and to the side of the room.

According to an alternative embodiment of the invention, the fastening device can be mounted on a room wall of the interior and, when mounted in this way, comprises a pivot axis which runs essentially in the horizontal direction, with at least one support foot preferably on the frame for supporting the multi-functional glass element in the second position , in which the rest position side is arranged essentially horizontally and directed upwards.

A multi-functional glass system fastened in this way thus has a multi-functional glass element which is arranged in a first position so that the working position side is arranged vertically and faces the interior, while in the second position the multi-functional glass element is arranged essentially horizontally and the rest position side faces above points. In order to stabilize the multi-functional glass element in this second position, it is preferred that at least one support foot for supporting the multi-functional glass element in the second position is attached to the frame.

According to an alternative embodiment of the invention, the fastening device can be mounted on a wall of the interior and, when mounted in this way, comprises a pivot axis which runs essentially in the vertical direction. The multi-functional glass element can thus be movable between a first and a second position, in which either the working position side or the rest position side is oriented into the interior, so that the functional elements arranged on the two main surfaces of the multi-functional glass element can be used as required.

According to a further alternative design of the multi-functional glass system, the fastening device can be mounted on a room wall of the interior and, in the thus mounted state, comprises at least one sliding rail running essentially in the horizontal direction or vertical direction.

The multi-functional glass system is preferably arranged in such a way that the working position side is arranged towards the room side. By moving along the sliding rail running in the horizontal or vertical direction, the multi-functional glass element can be brought into a position suitable for the user during use and can otherwise either be pushed upwards out of the field of vision or pushed laterally, for example behind a piece of furniture. Here, for example, the wall on the rest position side can be heated with the help of one or more infrared radiators in order to avoid the formation of moisture, especially condensation with the risk of mold formation.

The multi-functional glass system is preferably characterized in that the function of the design with a security system includes a motion detector and/or smoke detector, which is coupled via a control to a light source and/or a loudspeaker in order to act as a burglary protection or in the event of smoke development in front of one To warn of the risk of fire. The motion detector and/or smoke detector can also be connectable to a security system and/or warning system that is provided externally.

One or more laminated glass elements are preferably also provided on the working position side. In case that If several laminated glass elements are provided on the working position side, these are preferably arranged either on two opposite sides of the information system, or in a U-shape around the information system. Alternatively, these can also completely surround the information system.

The format of the frame can be changed. The easiest way to do this is to replace the frame while maintaining the mechanical connection between the frame and the fastening device. Alternatively, parts of the frame can be used for a new frame, for example in the case of a frame enlargement with a frame in landscape format, the horizontal frame parts are used in a frame enlargement for the vertical part of the enlarged frame, so that only the previously vertically arranged frame profiles are replaced by longer ones Frame profiles have to be replaced, which now represent the horizontal frame profiles in the enlarged frame. The corner connectors, fastening elements and some of the optional retaining strips can continue to be used in this way.

Another way to adapt the frame is to change the retaining strips or sealing elements. As technical development continues to lead to IT elements with even smaller depths, adjustments can be made easily when replacing individual components without having to adapt most of the individual elements of the frame, the fastening device or the other components.

It is also possible to simply adapt the frame due to a new apartment design by using different corner connectors and frame profiles, for example with different profiles or different colors. When designing the working position side as well as the rest position side with integrated LEDs as artificial light, these can be controlled so that their brightness can be changed or only a partial area is controlled. In the same way, different surface distributions or different colors can be achieved.

The frame is preferably made of aluminum, but can alternatively also be made of glass fiber-reinforced plastic or carbon fiber-reinforced plastic.

The movement mechanism for moving the fastening device between the first position and the second position as well as any intermediate positions can be driven manually, but is preferably motor-driven, preferably controlled via a suitable app on the mobile radio device.

The fastening device and movement technology is preferably designed so that the frame can be enlarged if necessary if further functionalities are to be integrated into the multi-functional glass system according to the invention. Currently common flat screens have thicknesses between 50mm and 100mm and weights between 30kg and 100kg, so that it is preferred to design the fastening device and associated movement technology in such a way that weights of up to 100kg can be integrated into the multi-functional glass system with a safety margin.

The opaque screen on the working position side already provides anti-glare protection. However, this anti-glare protection could also be designed as the last layer of one or more laminated glass elements either as a switchable layer or as a screen print with surface matching to the LEDs, so that the multi-functional glass element can also be used in front of the window of an interior. According to a preferred embodiment, the multi-functional glass system further comprises an intermediate element with at least one further function, the intermediate element being arranged between the first main surface and the second main surface of the multi-functional glass element in such a way that it is movable relative to the frame and in a rest position in the Frame arranged and protrudes from the side or bottom of the frame in an operating position, the intermediate element preferably being movable by motor between the rest position and the operating position.

The intermediate element is preferably a flat element which is arranged in the rest position within the frame and has dimensions which are coordinated with the dimensions of the frame. In the working position, the intermediate element is pulled out of the frame laterally or downwards and is preferably moved out of the frame by a motor. For this purpose, guide rails can be provided which are firmly attached to the frame and hold the intermediate element in a displaceable manner.

The multi-functional glass element thus has a layer structure with at least three functional levels: the first main surface of the multi-functional glass element, the second main surface of the multi-functional glass element and the side of the intermediate element facing the first main surface. If functions are also integrated in the side of the intermediate element that faces the second main surface, there are four functional levels.

The multi-functional glass system is preferably characterized in that the intermediate element is designed, at least in some areas, as a further information system, in particular as a screen for IT applications. In this way, the multi-functional glass element can include a further information system in addition to the information system on the work position side and offer expanded options in a home office environment.

Furthermore, the intermediate element can contain further functions already explained here on both the working position side and the rest position side, for example further LED structures or heating elements.

The provision of an intermediate element keeps the entire multifunctional glass system compact so that it can be arranged in a space-saving manner in a living environment when it is arranged in the rest position in the frame.

Brief description of the drawings

The invention is described below with reference to the following figures, in which:

Fig. 1 a vertical section through a first

Execution form of a multi-functional glass element shows;

Fig. 2 shows a vertical section through a second embodiment of a multi-functional glass element;

Fig. 3 a vertical section through a third

Execution form of a multi-functional glass element shows;

Fig. 4 shows a top view of the working position side of a multi-functional glass element with a laminated glass strip arranged horizontally at the top; Figure 5 shows a plan view of the rest position side of the laminated glass element shown in Figure 4;

Figure 6 shows a top view of the working position side of a multifunctional glass element with two laminated glass elements arranged at the top and bottom;

Figure 7 shows a top view of the working position side of a multifunctional glass element with two laterally arranged laminated glass elements;

8 shows a top view of the working position side of the multifunctional glass element according to a further embodiment;

9 shows a representation of a first embodiment of a multifunctional glass system with a fastening device;

10a and 10b show a second embodiment in a vertical section through a second embodiment of a multifunctional glass system;

11a and 11b show a third embodiment in a vertical section through a third embodiment of a multifunctional glass system;

12a and 12b show a fourth embodiment in a vertical section through a fourth embodiment of a multifunctional glass system;

Fig. 13a, 13b and FIG. 13c shows a further embodiment of a further multi-functional glass element in several views;

Fig. 14 shows a further embodiment of a further multi-functional glass element; and

Fig. 15 shows a further embodiment of another multi-functional glass element.

Ways to carry out the invention

In the following figures, the same components are each designated with the same reference numbers.

In Fig. 1 shows a first embodiment of a multi-functional glass element of a multi-functional glass system according to the invention. The multi-functional glass element 10 has a frame 6 which serves to integrate all the components described below. The frame is preferably made of aluminum profiles, but can alternatively also be made of GRP or CFRP and can optionally be designed in color to adapt to different living environments. The frame 6 includes corner connectors 8, which connect longitudinal profiles. Retaining strips 7 are connected to the corner connectors 8, for example screwed, which serve to fix components of the multi-functional glass element 10 in their position.

The multi-functional glass element 10 has a working position side 22 and a rest position side 24, both of which represent the main surfaces of the multi-functional glass element 10. However, the designation of the working position side and rest position side is only chosen to make it easier to distinguish between the two sides and is not limited to, for example Orientation of the multifunctional glass element when working at home and outside of work. On the working position side 22 there is a screen 2, which corresponds to a commercially available screen and can optionally be equipped with lighting in the form of LEDs, one or more speakers, a camera and a microphone and other peripheral devices that are common with screens.

A laminated glass element 3 is also provided above the screen 2 on the working position side 22 . The laminated glass element 3 is oriented towards the working position side 22 and consists of a laminated glass with functional elements embedded therein, which are explained in more detail with reference to FIG. 4 will be described. The laminated glass element 3 is fastened between the retaining strip 7 and a retaining bracket 14 screwed to the frame 6. The bracket 14 is preferably screwed to the frame and is preferably made of aluminum. Alternatively, the bracket can also be made of GRP. For soft bedding and sealing of the laminated glass element 3, support and sealing profiles 17, 18, for example made of an elastomeric material, are arranged between the laminated glass element 3 and the holding structures connected to the frame 6 in the form of the holding strip 7 and the holding bracket 14. In addition, a further support and sealing profile 20 is provided on the underside to support the laminated glass element 3.

On the rest position side there is a laminated glass element 4, which represents the entire surface on the rest position side 24. The laminated glass element is provided as laminated glass with integrated LEDs and other possible functional elements, as shown in FIG. 5 will be explained later. On the side of the laminated glass element 4 facing away from the rest position side 4 there is a cover surface 5 which is completely or partially non-transparent, with different structures and Patterns can be used, which can either be printed on the back surface of the laminated glass element 4 using a screen printing process or can be glued to the laminated glass element 4 in the form of a separate film cover. Alternatively, the rear surface of the laminated glass element 4 can also be painted.

The laminated glass element 4 is also towards the rest position side 24 with the help of support or. Sealing profiles 12 are softly embedded and sealed against the retaining strip 7 attached to the frame. Around the laminated glass element 4 inwards, i.e. H . To also fix it away from the rest position side, 6 holding webs 11 are provided on the frame, which can be formed in one piece with the frame profile parts or can be connected to them in any way. A U-shaped support and sealing profile 13 is attached to the holding webs 11, which supports and seals the laminated glass element 4 towards the inside of the multi-functional glass element.

In the same way, depending on its overall depth, a sealing profile 15 and, if necessary, a seal 16 can also be provided between the screen 2 and the laminated glass element 4.

Ventilation slots 9 are provided at the bottom and top of the frame 6 in order to allow the waste heat generated by the screen 2 and other electronic components to flow through a convection flow in the multi-functional glass element 10.

The multi-functional glass element 10 according to FIG. 2 essentially corresponds to the one according to FIG. 1, so that only the specific differences will be referred to below. On the rest position side 24, the laminated glass element 4 is only in the lower area, i.e. H . in the area adjacent to the screen 2 provided on the working position side 22, with a Cover surface 5 is provided, while the upper area is left transparent.

On the working position side 22 there is a single glass pane 19 above the screen 2 instead of the one shown in FIG. 1 shown laminated glass 3 used. The single glass pane 19 can optionally be designed in color and be provided with structures that are applied using a screen printing process using paint. Due to the lower thickness of the single glass pane 19 compared to a laminated glass element, the position or dimensions of the bracket 10 and the support and sealing profile 20 must be adjusted accordingly.

The multi-functional glass element 10 according to FIG. 3 corresponds on the rest position side 24 to the one according to FIG. 1, but has a screen 2 on the working position side 22, which extends over the entire height of the multi-functional glass element 10 shown in vertical section. The design can be similar to that shown in FIG. 7 correspond, i.e. H . There are 2 laminated glass elements arranged laterally next to the screen, which are shown in the sectional view according to FIG. 3, however, are not visible.

In this case, there is no need for separate support of the screen by the support and sealing profiles 15, 16, since the back of the screen is supported by the support and sealing profiles 13 plugged onto the retaining webs 11.

In the Figs. 4 and 5 show the working position side 22 and rest position side 24 of an exemplary multi-functional glass element 10. The screen 2 is provided on the working position side 22 shown in the figure. Optionally, one or more speakers 31, a microphone 32 and a camera 33 are integrated into the screen 2. Alternatively or additionally, a camera 33a or several cameras 33a can also be used be integrated into the frame. Furthermore, a motion detector 35 and a temperature sensor 37 can be integrated into the frame.

Above the screen 2 is a laminated glass element 3 corresponding to the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 arranged. Several functional components can also be integrated into the laminated glass element 3. These are LEDs 38 in any arrangement, and/or one or more of the functional elements comprising one or more speakers 31, a microphone 32, a camera 33, a motion detector 35 and a temperature sensor 37 for measuring the room temperature, which is connected to the heating system of the room is coupled.

In the case shown in Fig. 5 shown rest position side 24 of the multi-functional glass element 10, numerous functional elements can also be integrated into the laminated glass element 4. These are one or more LEDs 38 and/or a microphone 32 and/or a camera 33 and/or a motion detector 35 and/or a temperature sensor 37. The laminated glass element 4 can also be designed to enable gaming applications 34. With regard to the alternative or supplementary arrangement of one or more cameras 33a, a motion detector 35 and a temperature sensor 37 on the frame 6 of the multi-functional glass element 10, the same applies as above with regard to FIG. 4 has already been described. Finally, heating elements 36 can optionally be arranged on the rest position side 24, preferably near the underside of the multi-functional glass element 10.

The embodiment according to FIG. 6 shows the working position side 22 of a multi-functional glass element 10. Here, laminated glass elements 3a, 3b are arranged above and below the screen 2 and aligned horizontally, i.e. H . the laminated glass elements have a greater extent in the horizontal direction than in the vertical direction if the Working position side 22 is arranged vertically. In the laminated glass element 3a arranged above the screen 2, one or more LEDs are arranged as lighting and, alternatively or in addition, further functional elements. These are one or more loudspeakers 31, a microphone 32, a camera 33, a motion detector 35, one or more heating elements 36 and a temperature sensor 37. All of these functional elements 31, 32, 33, 35, 36, 37 and 38 can be provided in any number and combination with each other. Alternatively, one or more cameras 33a, a motion detector 35 and a temperature sensor 37 can also be integrated into the frame 6. In the area of the screen 2, one or more functional elements can also be integrated into the screen structure in addition to the screen. These are one or more speakers 31, a microphone 32, a camera 33, a motion detector 35 and a temperature sensor 37.

The laminated glass element 3b arranged under the screen 2 can also alternatively or cumulatively have different functionalities. One or more loudspeakers 31 and/or a microphone and/or a camera 33 and/or a motion detector and/or a temperature sensor 37 can also be arranged here.

In the alternative embodiment according to FIG. 7, two laminated glass elements 3a, 3b are arranged laterally next to the screen 2 and aligned vertically. Functions provided individually or in any combination in the area of the screen 2 correspond to those shown in FIG. 6. In each of the laminated glass elements 3a and 3b, lighting 38 is provided in the form of LEDs, which are preferably provided in the upper region of the laminated glass elements 3a and 3b. In addition, loudspeakers 31, a microphone 32, a camera 33, a motion detector 35 and a temperature sensor 37 can be arranged in the laminated glass elements 3a, 3b individually or in any combination. As with the embodiment according to FIG. But 6 can also Alternatively, a camera 33a, a motion detector 35 and a temperature sensor 37 can be integrated anywhere in the frame.

In the alternative embodiment according to FIG. 8, which also represents the working position side of a multi-functional glass element 10, are laminated glass elements 3a and 3b corresponding to the embodiment according to FIG. 7 arranged next to the screen 2 and aligned vertically. In addition, however, there is also above the screen in accordance with the embodiment according to FIG. 4 another laminated glass element 3c is arranged. The possible functional elements in the area of the screen in addition to the screen 2, which can be provided individually or cumulatively, are in turn one or more loudspeakers 31, a microphone 32, a camera 33, a motion detector 35 or a temperature sensor 37. The same elements can also be arranged in the laminated glass elements 3a, 3b, 3c in addition or cumulatively to lighting 37. As with the previous embodiments, a camera 33a, a motion detector 35 and/or a temperature sensor 37 can alternatively or additionally be integrated into the frame 6. In other words, the following functional elements can be arranged with one another once or several times in any combination at any point in the U-shaped frame formed by the laminated glass elements 3a, 3b and 3c: lighting elements 38 preferably in the form of LEDs and/or loudspeakers 31 and/or or a microphone 32 and/or one or more cameras 33 and/or a motion detector 35 and/or a temperature sensor 37. Alternatively or additionally, as in the previous embodiments, a camera 33a, a motion detector 35 and/or a temperature sensor 37 can also be integrated into the frame 6, which represents a more cost-effective solution than embedding the functional elements in a laminated glass element. Since the arrangement of the optional functional elements in the area of the laminated glass elements 3a, 3b, and 3c can be arbitrary, in the figure. 8 the Reference number only given once. The same applies to the reference numbers 33a, 35 and 37 on the frame, which can be arranged anywhere in the area of the frame.

In Fig. 9 shows the multi-functional glass system 1 according to the invention together with a schematically illustrated fastening device 40 with a vertically oriented shaft 42, which in the exemplary embodiment according to FIG. 9 is arranged vertically in a corner of an interior 44, which is formed from an inner wall 46 and an outer wall 48. The fastening device 40 preferably has a motor actuation of the shaft 42. The multi-functional glass element can be moved by motor between a first position parallel to the outer wall 48, in which the working position side 22 is oriented into the interior, and a second position parallel to the inner wall 46, in which the rest position side 24 is oriented into the interior. The movement between the first position and the second position takes place in the direction of arrow A.

In the Figs. 10a and 10b show an alternative mounting variant of the multi-functional glass system on the ceiling 50 of an interior. The fastening device 40 according to FIGS. 10a, 10b, includes two separate attachment points for attaching the multi-functional glass system 1 to the ceiling. Fig. 10a shows the multi-functional glass element 10 in a first position, in which the working position side 22 and the rear side in FIG. 10a non-visible rest position side are each arranged vertically or substantially vertically. In the embodiment according to FIGS. 10a and 10b, the shaft 42 is arranged horizontally, so that the multi-functional glass element 10 can be rotated around the shaft 42 in the direction of arrow A between the one in FIG. 10a and the first position shown in FIG. 10b can be pivoted parallel to the ceiling 50 of the interior. In Fig. 10b, the first position is labeled “a” and the second position is labeled “b”. In addition, there are other positions "c", "d", "e" . The positions c and d are intermediate positions between the mainly used positions a and b, while the position e pivots the multi-functional glass element 10 beyond the vertical position in order to be perpendicular to the slanted upward direction when attached to and near the ceiling of an interior To be arranged in the viewing direction of a user. Thus, in the multi-functional glass system 1 according to FIGS. 10a and 10b the position “e” is the most suitable for work applications.

The multi-functional glass element can preferably be in the ones shown in Fig. 10b shown positions a, b, e are locked, but in the same way it is also possible to lock the multi-functional glass element in any intermediate position within the pivoting range of the pivot axis 42.

In the design according to FIGS. 11a and 11b, the multi-functional glass system 1 is attached to an inner wall 46 or outer wall 48 of an interior 44. The multi-functional glass element 10 is preferably motor-controllable and rotatable about a horizontally arranged shaft 42. In the first position, the multi-functional glass element 10 is arranged parallel to the wall 46 or 48 and the working position side 22 is directed towards the room. In the second position, the multi-functional glass element 10 is arranged horizontally with the rest position side 24 pointing upwards. For better support in the rest position, a support leg or several support legs 42 can be attached in an articulated manner to the frame 6 of the multi-functional glass element 10 in order to support the multi-functional glass element 10 in the horizontal position against the floor. In the one shown in Fig. 11b position shown horizontally in space, the rest position side 24 can be used, for example, for gaming applications.

In the embodiment according to FIGS. 12a and 12b, a sliding mechanism is used instead of a rotating mechanism. Fig. 12a shows an inner wall 46 or outer wall 48, on which rails 54 are attached for moving the multi-functional glass element 10 between a first position and a second position. The rails 54 represent part of the fastening device. The multi-functional glass element 10 can be moved between a first position "a", which corresponds to a working position, to a position "b", in which the multi-functional glass element is located, for example, behind a cabinet 56, as shown in the view from above in FIG. 12b can be seen. Deviating from the embodiments shown in FIGS. 9 to 11b, in both positions the working position side 22 faces the interior, while the rest position side 24 faces the wall. In the Figs. 12a and 12b show a horizontal displacement in the direction of arrow B between the two positions a and b. In the same way, a vertical displacement can also take place in order to move the multi-functional glass element between the first and the second position.

The ability to move in the direction of arrow B is also preferably motor-controlled, so that a user can conveniently move the multi-functional glass element between the individual positions using a remote control or an app on a mobile radio.

That in Fig. 13a, 13b and 13c Multi-functional glass element 10 shown has a multi-layer structure. Between an information system 2 forming the work position page 22 with one or more possible, supplementary laminated glass elements and a laminated glass element 4 arranged on the rest position side 24 and possibly further supplementary elements on the rest position side 24, a flat intermediate element 60 is provided, which is preferably another glass element and in particular another screen. The intermediate element can be inserted in the direction of arrow C according to Figures 13a, b and c after the frame has been opened accordingly between the screen forming the working position side and the laminated glass element 4 forming the rest position side and can also be removed again in the same way. In Fig. 13a shows a section of the inserted intermediate element 60, while in FIG. 13b shows the intermediate element in the extended position, wherein the intermediate element can preferably be moved outwards by a motor from the laterally open frame. For this purpose, rails can be provided to guide the intermediate element. The intermediate element 60 further increases the selection of functionalities of the multi-functional glass system, but within the framework of a modular structure also enables easy adaptation to special needs in relation to the functionalities to be provided, but also to changing needs of a user. In particular, additional functions can be integrated via the intermediate element 60 in addition to a further IT area on both sides of the intermediate element. The intermediate element can be an additional screen on the working position side and, for example, have additional LED structures or a heating device on the rest position side.

The movement of the multi-functional glass element 10 formed in this way takes place as described above and is not limited to that in FIG. 13c limited to the pivot axis 42 shown schematically.

In Fig. 14 shows a further embodiment, which is an alternative to the embodiment according to FIG. 13 with an intermediate element that can be moved out to the side, but also in addition includes an intermediate element 60 that can be moved downwards. The intermediate element 60 can preferably be moved outwards by motor from the frame, which is open at the bottom, in the direction of arrow D. For this purpose, rails can be provided to guide the intermediate element 60. The intermediate element 60 further increases the selection of functionalities of the multi-functional glass system and preferably has a screen 62 for IT applications as well as heating elements 36, preferably IR radiators, which are shown in FIG. 14 shown working position can emit heat towards the user. The other possible functionalities of the multi-functional glass element 10 according to FIG. 14 were made with reference to Fig. 4 already explained.

The design according to FIG. 15 represents a modification of the embodiment according to FIG. 14. The heating 64 with one or more heating elements 36 is arranged on the intermediate element not next to, but below the screen 62.

In the ones shown in Figs. 14 and 15, a laminated glass element 3, in which several functional components are integrated, is arranged above the screen 2. In the same way, several laminated glass elements can also be used according to the geometries of the embodiments shown in FIGS. 6 to 8 can be provided.

Claims

Claims multifunctional glass system for use in an interior of a building comprising: a fastening device (40, 42) for attaching a multifunctional glass element (10) to a wall (46, 48) or ceiling (50) of the interior (46); and a frame (6) for integrating all components of a multifunctional glass element (10) and for attachment to the fastening device (40, 42), the fastening device being adapted to the position of the multifunctional glass element (10) between a first position and a second position to change; the multifunctional glass element comprises a first main surface representing a working position side (22) and a second main surface representing a rest position side (24); and the multifunctional glass element (10) on the Working position page (22) has the function: (Al) Design at least in some areas as an information system, in particular as a screen (2) for IT applications and for TV use; and the multifunctional glass element on the rest position side (24) is a laminated glass element (4) with at least one transparent intermediate layer; and the multifunctional glass element (10) on the rest position side (24) has at least two of the functions from the list, comprising (Bl) Design with integrated LEDs (38) as artificial light; (B2) Design with at least one camera (33); (B3) Design with at least one loudspeaker (31), preferably with two or more loudspeakers; (B4) Design with at least one microphone (32); (B5) Design with a security system (35); (B6) Design with a temperature sensor (37) which can be coupled to an external system for controlling the living room climate; (B7) Design with a heating system, preferably in the form of one or more infrared radiators (36); and (B8) Design with a screen (34) for Gaming applications. Multifunctional glass system according to claim 1, characterized in that the multifunctional glass element on the working position side (22) additionally has at least one function from the list, comprising: (A2) Design with integrated LEDs (38) as artificial light; (A3) Design with at least one camera (33); (A4) Design with at least one loudspeaker (31), preferably with two or more loudspeakers; (A5) Design with at least one microphone (32); (A6) Design with a motion detector (35); (A7) Design with a temperature sensor (37) that can be coupled to an external system for controlling the living room climate, and (A8) Design with a heating system, preferably in the form of one or more infrared radiators (36); wherein the functions (A2) to (A7) are preferably integrated in one or more laminated glass elements (3, 3a, 3b, 3c). Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the frame (6) can be dismantled or opened and preferably comprises the frame corner connector (8) and frame profiles screwed to it. Multifunctional glass system according to claim 3, characterized in that the frame (6) further comprises holding profiles (7, 14), which are each connected to one of the longitudinal profiles and are preferably screwed, plugged or clipped on. Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the frame (6) comprises longitudinal profiles and corner connectors (8), wherein in the longitudinal profiles and / or corner connectors at least one of the elements from the list comprising: a camera (33a), a motion detector ( 35), a heating system; and a temperature sensor (37) is integrated. Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the laminated glass element (4) on the rest position side (24) has a completely or in at least a partial area non-transparent layer (5) on the main surface facing away from the rest position side (24). Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several functions are arranged in spatially separate areas of the multifunctional glass element (10). Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that several functions are arranged in spatially overlapping areas of the multifunctional glass element (10). Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the frame (6) has dimensions that are adapted to the opening diagonal of conventional door openings. Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fastening device (40, 42) comprises an electrically operated drive. Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fastening device (40, 42) is designed to lock the multifunctional glass element (10) at least in the first position and second position, but is preferably designed to lock the multifunctional glass element (12) in a plurality of intermediate positions within the movability between the first position and the second position, and most preferably to lock in any intermediate position. Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the fastening device can be mounted on a ceiling of the interior and, in the thus mounted state, comprises a pivot axis (42) running essentially in a horizontal direction. Multifunctional glass system according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the fastening device (40) can be mounted on a room wall of the interior and, in the thus mounted state, comprises a pivot axis (42) running essentially in a horizontal direction, preferably on the frame (6) at least one support foot (52) is attached to support the multifunctional glass element (10) in the second position, in which the rest position side (24) is arranged essentially horizontally and directed upwards. Multifunctional glass system according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the fastening device (40) can be mounted on a room wall of the interior and, in the thus mounted state, comprises a pivot axis (42) running essentially in the vertical direction. Multifunctional glass system according to one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that the fastening device (40) can be mounted on a room wall of the interior and, in the thus mounted state, comprises at least one sliding rail (54) essentially in the horizontal direction or vertical direction. Multifunctional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the function of the design with a security system includes a motion detector and/or smoke detector, which is coupled via a control to a light source and/or a loudspeaker. Multi-functional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that at least one of the laminated glass elements (4, 3; 3a, 3b, 3c) comprises two or more transparent intermediate layers between glass elements. Multi-functional glass system according to claim 17, characterized in that on the working position side (22) several laminated glass elements are provided, which are either arranged on two opposite sides of the information system (1) or in a U-shape around the information system, or completely surround the information system. Multi-functional glass system according to one of the preceding claims, further comprising an intermediate element with at least one further function, which is arranged between the first main surface and the second main surface of the multi-functional glass element so that it is movable relative to the frame and arranged in a rest position in the frame and protrudes from the side or bottom of the frame in an operating position, the intermediate element preferably being movable by motor between the rest position and the operating position. Multi-functional glass system according to claim 19, characterized in that the intermediate element is designed, at least in some areas, as a further information system, in particular as a screen for IT applications.