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US20170081841A1 US15/202,593 US201615202593A US2017081841A1 US 20170081841 A1 US20170081841 A1 US 20170081841A1 US 201615202593 A US201615202593 A US 201615202593A US 2017081841 A1 US2017081841 A1 US 2017081841A1
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  • This invention relates to a system of ventilating a residential structure with lightweight, easy to install radiant barriers that reflect external sunlight heat away from the structure, reflect heat produced within the structure to maintain internal warmth, and contain internal air ventilation space to prevent condensation.
  • Maintaining internal temperatures within residential and light commercial buildings can be accomplished through several avenues passively working in concert. Proper construction of the building roof, walls, ceiling, and attic structures can provide adequate air ventilation to prevent heat condensation and space for insulation to prevent thermal loss. Properly maintained insulation can prevent thermal transfer from the internal structure to the external environment. Active heating and cooling systems, such as furnaces and central air conditioners, can bolster these passive temperature systems, but are costly to run and supply with electricity, gas, or oil.
  • the system of the present invention contains provides many benefits to the construction of residential and commercial buildings, including, but not limited to:
  • the system is lightweight for transport and construction and compatible with existing plumbing, wiring, roofing, exterior and interior finishes commonly used.
  • the subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the accordi
  • the subject invention further discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the accord
  • the subject invention also discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the accord
  • the subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated first and second surfaces for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the corrugated surfaces and the air holes for the barriers produce
  • the subject invention further discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated cross section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the corrugated cross section and the air holes for the barriers produce
  • the subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of moveable radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated cross section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards at an angle to optimally reflect external radiation and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the corrugated
  • the subject invention also discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of moveable radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated cross section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards at an angle to optimally reflect external radiation and the second surface facing inwards at an angle to optimally reflect internal radiation to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially
  • the subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially rectangular shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of
  • the roof bearing frame is made out of at least one of a group of materials consisting of solid wood, timber materials, engineered wood products, wood composite materials, steel and aluminum.
  • the angle of each oppositely pointing apexes comprises an angle of 0 degrees to 180 degrees.
  • the plurality of radiant barriers is attached to form two overlapping substantially parallel layers between the plurality of roof rafters.
  • edges of the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to form overlapping substantially parallel edges.
  • the plurality of radiant barriers is expandable from 5 inches to 30 inches.
  • the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof thin and flexible metal leaves.
  • the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof Mylar sheet or substantially fireproof aluminum metal sheets.
  • the radiant barriers comprise a foam board core.
  • the subject invention further discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a wall structure comprising: a load bearing wall frame with a plurality of vertical members; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially rectangular shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of vertical members with the first surface facing outwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of vertical members; wherein the first surfaces of the attached plurality
  • the wall frame is made out of at least one of a group of materials consisting of solid wood, timber materials, engineered wood products, wood composite materials, steel and aluminum.
  • the angle of each oppositely pointing apexes comprises an angle of 0 degrees to 180 degrees.
  • the plurality of radiant barriers is attached to form two overlapping substantially parallel layers between the plurality of vertical members.
  • edges of the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to form overlapping substantially parallel edges.
  • the plurality of radiant barriers is expandable from 5 inches to 30 inches.
  • the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof Mylar sheet.
  • the radiant barriers comprise a foam board core.
  • the subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially square shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of
  • the subject invention also discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially rectangular shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces
  • the term “substantially” is defined as at least close to (and can include) a given value or state, as understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art. In one embodiment, the term “substantially” refers to ranges within 10%, preferably within 5%, more preferably within 1%, and most preferably within 0.1% of the given value or state being specified.
  • FIG. 1 illustrates a front view of a radiant ventilation barrier for a ventilation system.
  • FIG. 2 illustrates a rear view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates a left side view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 4 illustrates a right side view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 5 illustrates a top view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 6 illustrates a bottom view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 7 illustrates an isometric top view of multiple radiant ventilation barriers inserted between roof rafters.
  • the subject invention discloses a system of lightweight, radiant barriers 1 for installation into roof rafters 2 and walls of a residential home or light commercial building.
  • Each radiant barrier 1 comprises a substantially flat rectangular or square base 3 with a first surface 4 , a second surface 5 , a top edge 6 , a bottom edge 7 , a side edge 8 , a side edge 9 , and multiple substantially parallel fold lines 10 to produce an accordion like cross-section 11 with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes 12 on each surface 4 and 5 , with a plurality of substantially flat parallel rectangular top surfaces 13 , and a plurality of substantially flat parallel rectangular bottom surfaces 14 .
  • the base 3 is collapsible along the fold lines 10 .
  • the radiant barriers 1 have very little volume when collapsed and can be stored and transported in this condition.
  • the base 3 comprises a foam board core 15 , which prevents deterioration.
  • the core 11 may vary in thickness from 1/32 inch to 1 inch.
  • Each surface 4 and 5 is covered with a substantially fireproof thin and flexible metal leaves, such as Mylar sheet or aluminum metal sheets to reflect radiant heat.
  • Surface 4 faces upward from the roof rafters, or outward in the walls, during installation to reflect radiant heat from external sunlight to prevent heat conduction from the roof. This prevents the building from overheating due to external radiant energy from sunlight.
  • Surface 5 faces downward from the roof rafters, or inward in the walls, during installation to reflect radiant heat from into the house for winter heating. This maintains the internal warmth generated within the building.
  • the radiant barrier's 1 accordion like cross-section 11 creates air space on both surfaces 4 and 5 between all apexes 12 .
  • the air space between the roof and the surface 4 helps reflect radiant heat energy. During colder seasons, the air space between the roof and the surface 5 provides ventilation to prevent condensation.
  • the base 3 further comprises a plurality of traversing air holes 16 on the plurality of substantially flat rectangular top surfaces 13 , and a plurality of substantially flat rectangular bottom surfaces 14 . These air holes 16 permit air flow between surfaces 4 and 5 to allow moisture to escape, preventing heat condensation on the base 3 and the roof rafters 2 .
  • the radiant barrier 1 is easy to install by attaching it directly onto roof rafters 2 , without the need to create air gaps during installation.
  • the radiant barrier 1 can be installed on roof rafters 2 and attached in substantially parallel positions between side edges 8 and 9 , or attached between top and bottom edges 6 and 7 .
  • the radiant barrier 1 surfaces 4 and 5 can overlap in substantially parallel, overlying positions along edges 6 , 7 , 8 , or 9 , and can be stacked in substantially parallel, overlying positions to permit a good fit between rafters 2 .
  • the width of the base 3 may vary to fit a standard 16′′ center roof rafter, or expanded to fit unique or uneven roof rafter widths.
  • the angle of each apex 12 may vary from 0 degrees to 180 degrees depending on the expansion of the radiant barrier during installation. During installation, there is no need to prepare additional air gaps, as the radiant barrier 1 structure has the air gaps built-in.
  • the radiant barrier 1 may also be installed within wall structures without the need to create air gaps during installation.
  • the radiant barrier 1 can be installed within a wall frame in substantially parallel positions between side edges 8 and 9 , or attached between top and bottom edges 6 and 7 .
  • the radiant barrier 1 surfaces 4 and 5 can overlap in substantially parallel, overlying positions along edges 6 , 7 , 8 , or 9 , and can be stacked in substantially parallel, overlying positions to permit a good fit between wall frames.
  • the angle of each apex 12 may vary from 0 degrees to 180 degrees depending on the expansion of the radiant barrier during installation. During installation, there is no need to prepare additional air gaps, as the radiant barrier 1 structure has the air gaps built-in.
  • Surface 4 faces outward in the walls, during installation, to reflect radiant heat from external sunlight to prevent heat conduction from the wall siding. This prevents the building from overheating due to external radiant energy from sunlight.
  • Surface 5 faces inward in the walls, during installation, to reflect radiant heat from into the house for winter heating. This will allow the house to breath, prevent wall insulation from overheating in the warner environments, and require less active cooling from air conditioner systems. In colder seasons, the radiant barrier 1 reflects the radiant heat from the house back into the building. This will help reduce active heating from furnaces.

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Abstract

This invention relates to a system of ventilating a residential or light commercial structure with lightweight, easy to install radiant barriers that reflect external sunlight heat away from the structure, reflect heat produced within the structure to maintain internal warmth, and contain internal air ventilation space to prevent condensation.

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    CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION
  • This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/221,702, filed on Sep. 22, 2015, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.
  • FIELD OF THE INVENTION
  • This invention relates to a system of ventilating a residential structure with lightweight, easy to install radiant barriers that reflect external sunlight heat away from the structure, reflect heat produced within the structure to maintain internal warmth, and contain internal air ventilation space to prevent condensation.
  • BACKGROUND OF INVENTION
  • Maintaining internal temperatures within residential and light commercial buildings can be accomplished through several avenues passively working in concert. Proper construction of the building roof, walls, ceiling, and attic structures can provide adequate air ventilation to prevent heat condensation and space for insulation to prevent thermal loss. Properly maintained insulation can prevent thermal transfer from the internal structure to the external environment. Active heating and cooling systems, such as furnaces and central air conditioners, can bolster these passive temperature systems, but are costly to run and supply with electricity, gas, or oil.
  • Many older residential and light commercial structures have poor insulation construction and internal air flow, resulting in extensive heat loss during colder seasons, and extensive overheating from sunlight during warmer seasons. It is quite costly to maintain internal temperatures for these structures. Furthermore, these older buildings often have unique roof and ceiling structures that require extensive time, labor, and costs to properly insulate with air gaps for proper air ventilation. Many older buildings have different widths between each roof rafter, requiring insulation of different widths. Creating each air gap usually requires individually cutting pieces of lumber and nailing them in the corners of the roof rafters and the roof plywood.
  • Many of the current solutions for passively maintaining internal temperatures within residential and light commercial buildings are faulty in allowing thermal transfer, air infiltration, and heat condensation which results in structural decay through mold and mildew growth. Furthermore, many of the current solutions do not provide a method of reflecting back external sunlight heat, which causes structures to overheat in warmer seasons and climates.
  • The system of the present invention contains provides many benefits to the construction of residential and commercial buildings, including, but not limited to:
  • low-cost installation; easy installation; installation into older and uneven roof structures; external passive heat reflection reflecting sunlight in warmer environments; internal passive heat reflection reflecting sunlight in colder environments; built-in air ventilation providing adequate air flow; providing high thermal resistance; preventing thermal bridging; providing increasing protection against water damage, vapor damage, decay damage, mold or mildew damage, frost damage and insect damage; and the absence of any toxic compounds. In addition, the system is lightweight for transport and construction and compatible with existing plumbing, wiring, roofing, exterior and interior finishes commonly used.
  • SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
  • There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of the description and should not be regarded as limiting.
  • The subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the accordion cross-section shape and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers.
  • The subject invention further discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the accordion cross-section shape and the air holes for the barriers allows heated air and water vapor to flow on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers to vent from the system.
  • The subject invention also discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the accordion cross-section shape and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers that removes heat from the radiant barriers.
  • The subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated first and second surfaces for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the corrugated surfaces and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow the plurality of radiant barriers that removes heat from the radiant barriers.
  • The subject invention further discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated cross section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the corrugated cross section and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow the plurality of radiant barriers that removes heat from the radiant barriers.
  • The subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of moveable radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated cross section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards at an angle to optimally reflect external radiation and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the corrugated cross section and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow the plurality of radiant barriers that removes heat from the radiant barriers.
  • The subject invention also discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of moveable radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated cross section for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards at an angle to optimally reflect external radiation and the second surface facing inwards at an angle to optimally reflect internal radiation to form at least one layer; wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and the corrugated cross section and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow the plurality of radiant barriers that removes heat from the radiant barriers.
  • The subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially rectangular shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from external sunlight, and the second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from internal structure heat; and the accordion cross-section shape for the barriers produces air space on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the roof bearing frame is made out of at least one of a group of materials consisting of solid wood, timber materials, engineered wood products, wood composite materials, steel and aluminum.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the angle of each oppositely pointing apexes comprises an angle of 0 degrees to 180 degrees.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the plurality of radiant barriers is attached to form two overlapping substantially parallel layers between the plurality of roof rafters.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the edges of the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to form overlapping substantially parallel edges.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the plurality of radiant barriers is expandable from 5 inches to 30 inches.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof thin and flexible metal leaves. In embodiments of the subject invention, the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof Mylar sheet or substantially fireproof aluminum metal sheets
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the radiant barriers comprise a foam board core.
  • The subject invention further discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a wall structure comprising: a load bearing wall frame with a plurality of vertical members; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially rectangular shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of vertical members with the first surface facing outwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of vertical members; wherein the first surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from external sunlight, and the second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from internal structure heat; and the accordion cross-section shape for the barriers produces air space on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the wall frame is made out of at least one of a group of materials consisting of solid wood, timber materials, engineered wood products, wood composite materials, steel and aluminum.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the angle of each oppositely pointing apexes comprises an angle of 0 degrees to 180 degrees.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the plurality of radiant barriers is attached to form two overlapping substantially parallel layers between the plurality of vertical members.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the edges of the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to form overlapping substantially parallel edges.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the plurality of radiant barriers is expandable from 5 inches to 30 inches.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof Mylar sheet.
  • In further embodiments of the subject invention, the radiant barriers comprise a foam board core.
  • The subject invention discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially square shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from external sunlight, and the second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from internal structure heat; and the accordion cross-section shape for the barriers produces air space on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers.
  • The subject invention also discloses an improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising: a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters; a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially rectangular shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface; a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines; a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface; wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached on one of the edges to the plurality of roof rafters with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of roof rafters; wherein the first surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from external sunlight, and the second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from internal structure heat; and the accordion cross-section shape and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers.
  • In embodiments of the subject invention, the term “substantially” is defined as at least close to (and can include) a given value or state, as understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art. In one embodiment, the term “substantially” refers to ranges within 10%, preferably within 5%, more preferably within 1%, and most preferably within 0.1% of the given value or state being specified.
  • There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, the more important features of the invention in order that the detailed description of an improved toddler gate. There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and which will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. These together with other objects of the invention, along with the various features of novelty, which characterize the invention, are pointed out with particularity in the claims annexed to and forming a part of this disclosure.
  • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • Advantages of the present invention will be apparent from the following detailed description of embodiments of an improved toddler gate, which description should be considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:
  • FIG. 1 illustrates a front view of a radiant ventilation barrier for a ventilation system.
  • FIG. 2 illustrates a rear view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates a left side view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 4 illustrates a right side view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 5 illustrates a top view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 6 illustrates a bottom view of the radiant ventilation barrier.
  • FIG. 7 illustrates an isometric top view of multiple radiant ventilation barriers inserted between roof rafters.
  • DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS
  • While several variations of the present invention have been illustrated by way of example in particular embodiments, it is apparent that further embodiments could be developed within the spirit and scope of the present invention, or the inventive concept thereof. However, it is to be expressly understood that such modifications and adaptations are within the spirit and scope of the present invention, and are inclusive, but not limited to the following appended claims as set forth.
  • As illustrated in FIGS. 1-7, the subject invention discloses a system of lightweight, radiant barriers 1 for installation into roof rafters 2 and walls of a residential home or light commercial building.
  • Each radiant barrier 1 comprises a substantially flat rectangular or square base 3 with a first surface 4, a second surface 5, a top edge 6, a bottom edge 7, a side edge 8, a side edge 9, and multiple substantially parallel fold lines 10 to produce an accordion like cross-section 11 with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes 12 on each surface 4 and 5, with a plurality of substantially flat parallel rectangular top surfaces 13, and a plurality of substantially flat parallel rectangular bottom surfaces 14. The base 3 is collapsible along the fold lines 10. The radiant barriers 1 have very little volume when collapsed and can be stored and transported in this condition.
  • The base 3 comprises a foam board core 15, which prevents deterioration. The core 11 may vary in thickness from 1/32 inch to 1 inch.
  • Each surface 4 and 5 is covered with a substantially fireproof thin and flexible metal leaves, such as Mylar sheet or aluminum metal sheets to reflect radiant heat. Surface 4 faces upward from the roof rafters, or outward in the walls, during installation to reflect radiant heat from external sunlight to prevent heat conduction from the roof. This prevents the building from overheating due to external radiant energy from sunlight. Surface 5 faces downward from the roof rafters, or inward in the walls, during installation to reflect radiant heat from into the house for winter heating. This maintains the internal warmth generated within the building.
  • The radiant barrier's 1 accordion like cross-section 11 creates air space on both surfaces 4 and 5 between all apexes 12. The air space between the roof and the surface 4 helps reflect radiant heat energy. During colder seasons, the air space between the roof and the surface 5 provides ventilation to prevent condensation. The base 3 further comprises a plurality of traversing air holes 16 on the plurality of substantially flat rectangular top surfaces 13, and a plurality of substantially flat rectangular bottom surfaces 14. These air holes 16 permit air flow between surfaces 4 and 5 to allow moisture to escape, preventing heat condensation on the base 3 and the roof rafters 2.
  • The radiant barrier 1 is easy to install by attaching it directly onto roof rafters 2, without the need to create air gaps during installation. The radiant barrier 1 can be installed on roof rafters 2 and attached in substantially parallel positions between side edges 8 and 9, or attached between top and bottom edges 6 and 7. During installation, the radiant barrier 1 surfaces 4 and 5 can overlap in substantially parallel, overlying positions along edges 6, 7, 8, or 9, and can be stacked in substantially parallel, overlying positions to permit a good fit between rafters 2. The width of the base 3 may vary to fit a standard 16″ center roof rafter, or expanded to fit unique or uneven roof rafter widths. The angle of each apex 12 may vary from 0 degrees to 180 degrees depending on the expansion of the radiant barrier during installation. During installation, there is no need to prepare additional air gaps, as the radiant barrier 1 structure has the air gaps built-in.
  • The radiant barrier 1 may also be installed within wall structures without the need to create air gaps during installation. As with the roof rafters, the radiant barrier 1 can be installed within a wall frame in substantially parallel positions between side edges 8 and 9, or attached between top and bottom edges 6 and 7. During installation, the radiant barrier 1 surfaces 4 and 5 can overlap in substantially parallel, overlying positions along edges 6, 7, 8, or 9, and can be stacked in substantially parallel, overlying positions to permit a good fit between wall frames. The angle of each apex 12 may vary from 0 degrees to 180 degrees depending on the expansion of the radiant barrier during installation. During installation, there is no need to prepare additional air gaps, as the radiant barrier 1 structure has the air gaps built-in.
  • Surface 4 faces outward in the walls, during installation, to reflect radiant heat from external sunlight to prevent heat conduction from the wall siding. This prevents the building from overheating due to external radiant energy from sunlight. Surface 5 faces inward in the walls, during installation, to reflect radiant heat from into the house for winter heating. This will allow the house to breath, prevent wall insulation from overheating in the warner environments, and require less active cooling from air conditioner systems. In colder seasons, the radiant barrier 1 reflects the radiant heat from the house back into the building. This will help reduce active heating from furnaces.
  • The many aspects and benefits of the invention are apparent from the detailed description, and thus, it is intended for the following claims to cover such aspects and benefits of the invention, which fall within the scope, and spirit of the invention. In addition, because numerous modifications and variations will be obvious and readily occur to those skilled in the art, the claims should not be construed to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation illustrated and described herein. Accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents should be understood to fall within the scope of the invention as claimed herein.

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What is claimed is:
1. An improved insulation ventilation system for a roof structure comprising:
a load bearing roof frame with a plurality of roof rafters;
a plurality of radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce a corrugated first and second surfaces for each radiant barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface;
a plurality of air holes between each of the fold lines;
a heat reflective material on the first surface and the second surface of each radiant barrier;
wherein the plurality of radiant barriers is attached between each roof rafter with the first surface facing upwards and the second surface facing inwards to form at least one layer;
wherein the first surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat, and the second surfaces of the plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat; and
the corrugated surfaces and the air holes for the barriers produce convective air flow the plurality of radiant barriers that removes hot air and moisture from the radiant barriers.
2. The insulation ventilation system for a roof structure of claim 1, wherein the roof bearing frame is made out of at least one of a group of materials consisting of solid wood, timber materials, engineered wood products, wood composite materials, steel and aluminum.
3. The insulation ventilation system for the roof structure of claim 1, wherein angle of each oppositely pointing apexes comprises an angle of 0 degrees to 180 degrees.
4. The insulation ventilation system for the roof structure of claim 1, wherein the plurality of radiant barriers is attached to form two overlapping substantially parallel layers between the plurality of roof rafters.
5. The insulation ventilation system for the roof structure of claim 1, wherein the edges of the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to form overlapping substantially parallel edges.
6. The insulation ventilation system for the roof structure of claim 1, wherein each radiant barrier is expandable from 5 inches to 30 inches.
7. The insulation ventilation system for the roof structure of claim 1, wherein the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof Mylar sheet.
8. The insulation ventilation system for the roof structure of claim 1, wherein the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof aluminum sheet.
9. The insulation ventilation system for the roof structure of claim 1, wherein the radiant barriers comprise a foam board core.
10. An improved insulation ventilation system for a wall structure comprising:
a load bearing wall frame with a plurality of vertical members;
a plurality of substantially flat radiant barriers, wherein each radiant barrier comprises a substantially rectangular shape, a first surface, a second surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a plurality of substantially parallel fold lines, further wherein the fold lines produce an accordion cross-section shape for the barrier with a plurality of adjacent oppositely pointing apexes on the first surface and the second surface;
a plurality of substantially parallel air holes between each of the fold lines;
a heat reflective substantially flat material on the first surface and the second surface;
wherein the plurality of radiant barriers is attached on one of the edges to the plurality of vertical members with the first surface facing outwards and the second surface facing inwards, further wherein the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to each other along the edges to form at least one layer between the plurality of vertical members;
wherein the first surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from external sunlight, and the second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers substantially reflects radiant heat from internal structure heat; and
the accordion cross-section shape for the barriers produces air space on the first and second surfaces of the attached plurality of radiant barriers.
11. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein the wall frame is made out of at least one of a group of materials consisting of solid wood, timber materials, engineered wood products, wood composite materials, steel and aluminum.
12. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein angle of each oppositely pointing apexes comprises an angle of 0 degrees to 180 degrees.
13. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein the plurality of radiant barriers is attached to form two overlapping substantially parallel layers between the plurality of vertical members.
14. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein the edges of the plurality of radiant barriers are attached to form overlapping substantially parallel edges.
15. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein each radiant barrier is expandable from 5 inches to 30 inches.
16. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof Mylar sheet.
17. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein the heat reflective substantially flat material comprises substantially fireproof aluminum sheet.
18. The insulation ventilation system for the wall structure of claim 10, wherein the radiant barriers comprise a foam board core.
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