Glass block with internal capsule
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1. A block comprising:
- a first glass portion and a second glass portion, wherein said portions are coupled to form an interior space; and
, a capsule substantially disposed within the interior space, said capsule having a channel into which at least one of the glass portions is placed for coupling.
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Abstract
Blocks with internal capsules having superior thermal resistance, solar control qualities, projectile-resistant properties and/or sound-dampening properties are described. The blocks are comprised of a structural exterior that encompasses a capsule. The capsule may be segmented into chambers with dividers. The capsules may be designed to provide various benefits including, but not limited to, improved insulating characteristics, increased projectile resistance, and/or a range of visual, thermal and strength characteristics. Various types of blocks with internal capsules and assembled panels of block with internal capsules are disclosed, along with methods of manufacturing and use of the blocks and panels.
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1. A block comprising:
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a first glass portion and a second glass portion, wherein said portions are coupled to form an interior space; and
,a capsule substantially disposed within the interior space, said capsule having a channel into which at least one of the glass portions is placed for coupling. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 10, 11)
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- 5. A panel comprising a plurality of blocks, wherein at least one block has an interior space with a capsule substantially disposed within the interior space, said capsule having a channel into which at least one glass portion of said block is placed for coupling.
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7. A method of assembling a block with a capsule having a channel into which at least one of the glass portions is placed for coupling comprising the steps of:
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placing a sealant into said channel;
placing a first glass block portion into the channel to contact said sealant; and
,placing a second glass block portion opposite said first glass block portion. - View Dependent Claims (8)
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9. A method of making a glass block to comply with hurricane resistance standards, comprising the steps of:
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preparing a first glass portion and a second glass portion that are coupled to form an interior space; and
,assembling the glass portions with a capsule substantially disposed within the interior space, said capsule having a channel into which at least one of the glass portions is planed for coupling.
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