Technology Profile
| Title: | Lateral Collapsible Structure |
| Value Proposition: | This laterally collapsible shelter was originally developed during the COVID-19 pandemic to serve as isolation units. It features a durable steel frame with steel sheet cladding and includes a built-in cot in each unit to accommodate patients. Designed for rapid deployment, the foldable mechanism allows for quick installation and dismantling, making it highly practical in emergency situations. Beyond its original purpose, this shelter is adaptable for various uses, including disaster relief housing, temporary structures, tourism accommodations, and more. Its compact, portable design makes it ideal for rapid response and remote deployment scenarios.
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| Summary Application: | Light weight and easy to transport, economical, can be fabricated anywhere, easy to install, extendable in all directions, pre-installed with a cot, base plate for anchoring, single storey structure |
| Advantages: | This collapsible Ground Storey structure is constructed using a steel angles based frame integrated with strategically placed hinges to enable folding. The folding mechanism is primarily facilitated by side-wall/Roof hinges, allowing compact storage and rapid deployment. To ensure structural stability, locks are provided in various locations. The hinges are equipped with temporary locking and bolting mechanisms to ensure secure and efficient installation. This versatile shelter can serve multiple purposes, including use as a transit shelter, semi-permanent structure in remote or hilly regions, and in disaster-affected or flood-prone areas where access to construction materials is limited. Additionally, there is provision to integrate thermal comfort materials, enhancing habitability across various climatic conditions. |
| Commercialization Status: | Licensed awaiting commercialisation |
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