Patent ID: 8196639
Filing Date: 2012-06-12
Classification: E04B,E06B,F16B,G09F

Abstract:
1. A modular panel system which can be used to meet varying structural requirements for different construction applications, comprising: (a) a plurality of prefabricated panels, the panels comprising two panel types, a first panel type for constructing straight construction surfaces and having a generally rectangular central channel defined between front and rear sheets thereof and having a pair of frame members on opposing vertical ends thereof, the central channel of the first panel type packed with filler material, a second panel type for constructing non-straight construction surfaces and having a generally flexible rectangular central channel defined between front and rear sheets thereof and having a pair of frame members on opposing vertical ends thereof, the central channel of the second panel type entirely lacking filler material; and (b) a plurality of connection means integrally formed with the frame members on one of the vertical ends of the first panel type and the second panel type, each connection means being partially concealed within the frame members of unjoined panels of the first panel type and the second panel type and completely concealed by the frame members when used in joining any panels of either the first panel type or the second panel type, each connection means manipulated for joining or unjoining the frame members of abutting panels via rotation of a fastener stemming from the connection means, each fastener protruding from one of the front or rear sheets of the panels of the first panel type and the second panel type.