Methods of manufacturing and constructing a habitable, cementitious structure

Abstract

Invention is a synergistic whole comprised of processes, machines, articles of manufacture and compositions of matter required to construct a habitable structure comprised of a cementitious product, in this example autoclaved aerated concrete (“AAC”), formed in unique blocks, panels and beams, resulting in an extremely environmentally friendly habitable dwelling, residential or commercial, which, due to the resultant synergy of embodiments, when compared to a similar structure employing prior art and/or current industry's standard materials and methods of construction, is structurally superior and simultaneously yields substantial savings in labor, time and costs.

Description

BACKGROUND - FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] This invention relates to processes, machines, articles of manufacture and compositions of matter used to construct an environmentally friendly habitable structure composed of a cementitious material.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] The construction industry is basically unchanged in materials and processes for hundreds of years, while during this same time most other industries have been revolutionized. The consequence is that there is vast room, and need, for improvement in the construction industry, for the lack of improvement has resulted in escalating costs and a compounding of negative impact on the environment.

[0003] The construction industry has sought alternative building materials and techniques in order to limit the traditional expenses of construction. The costs include the high energy costs of manufacturing, increasing scarcity of quality materials and the rising cost of available materials, and increasingly expensive construction labor. Regrettably, the majority of solutions employed so far have only resulted in an increasingly inferior quality to finished product. Consumers desire to lessen the negative environmental impact (i.e.: deforestation, mining and pollution from manufacturing) and negative health effects (i.e.: fluorocarbons and other harmful gases, mold from decay) of some building materials. These factors have forced home builders in particular to consider new construction materials. These new materials must be versatile, easy to use, durable, and energy efficient.

[0004] There is an alternative, superior cementitious building material available which satisfies these demands called Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, hereinafter referred to as “AAC”. AAC is superior to current building materials and is extremely environmentally friendly. While this invention applies to any cementitious material which can employ the teachings of this invention, AAC will be referenced.

[0005] AAC was invented in the early 1900's and consists of a mixture of cement, aluminum powder, lime, water and finely ground sand. This mixture expands dramatically, and this “foamed” concrete is allowed to harden in a mold, followed by curing of the hardened mixture in a pressurized steam chamber, or autoclave. Commercial production of AAC began in the 1930's, and presently more than 31 million cubic meters have been produced worldwide.

[0006] Compared to wood, steel and standard concrete, AAC is a clearly superior material as it is fire proof, termite proof, self insulating, sound insulating, non decaying and does not rust. Compared to concrete, AAC weighs 30% less than traditional concrete masonry units. Additionally, AAC is well known as an environmentally friendly construction material with certain manufacturing plants receiving recognition as being “Green Factories.” Compared to the energy consumed in production of many other basic building materials, only a fraction is required to produce AAC. Raw materials consumption is very low for the amount of finished product produced. In the manufacturing process, no pollutants or toxic by-products are produced. AAC is also completely recyclable.

[0007] AAC is an inorganic material that contains no toxic substances. It does not slowly decompose nor emit a gas. Since AAC is both a structural and insulation material it allows the elimination of other materials that can contribute to poor indoor air quality. Due to its inorganic structure, AAC also eliminates the food source condition required to be present for microbial growth to occur. Thus, AAC is resistant to water penetration and decay. As it is a solid cementitious building material, insect (roaches, ants) and rodent (rats, mice) infestation is impossible within walls and floors as there are no cavities as now occurs in standard frame construction.

[0008] Further, AAC is non-combustible, so in the case of fire it can help prevent the fire from spreading to other rooms. During a fire, no toxic gases or vapors are ever emitted from inorganic AAC. As building methods using AAC include using solid blocks and panels with very simple connection details, the ease of construction helps to ensure a monolithic, highly fire-resistant wall.

[0009] AAC buildings can be very energy efficient. This efficiency is due to a combination of high R-value, thermal mass and air-tightness. AAC is the only product currently available that meets Germany's stringent energy codes without added insulation. It is well documented that the R-value of a mass product need not be as high as that of light frame construction, to perform thermally efficient. A recent study in the U.S. shows that an 8″ AAC wall performs much better than a conventional wood stud wall system with an R-30 insulation.

[0010] AAC products are unfinished. Depending on the building use or the aesthetic requirements, AAC may be coated with an exterior surface finish of approved stucco, stone, brick-veneer, wood siding with furring, or a combination thereof. On the interior AAC usually has sheetrock installed over furring strips due to utilities and numerous joints of blocks.

[0011] While the construction industry recognized certain advantages in the use of AAC components for building, no system exists to effectively take advantage of the superior qualities of AAC in a cost effective manner. In fact, even though AAC is itself considered a vastly superior construction material than current construction industry standard wood, steel and/or concrete, the prior methodologies employed in AAC construction cause ACC to be so much more labor intensive and costlier than current standard construction materials, that the negatives of prior methodologies of AAC construction basically outweigh AAC's inherit advantages and so prohibit AAC from being considered as a viable alternative. The teachings of this invention not only eliminate these prohibitive negatives, they so facilitate the construction of AAC habitats that AAC habitats now can be built in less time and for less end use cost than conventional materials, with the underlying theme being the construction industry's prerequisite “simpler, better, cheaper” motto. Current Methodology for AAC construction is exhaustively represented in the Figures.

DESCRIPTION OF PRIOR ART

[0012] Despite the early development of AAC as a potential building material, there is little in the patent prior art. There is a recent patent, U.S. Pat. No. 5,286,427, Koumal, Feb. 15, 1994, which relates to only a manufacturing process using a modified composition for AAC. While it is helpful in finding a beneficial use for what is now a waste product, it in no way addresses any of previously mentioned problems prohibiting AAC's market acceptance. So while it is helpful in finding a beneficial use for what is now a waste product, it fails in that AAC still has no way of being successful in construction industry, so it is dependent upon this invention for its success.

[0013] The present invention is a synergistic whole, completed structure as a precast concrete system and may appear similar to U.S. Pat. No. 5,761,862 to Hendershot et al., Jun. 9, 1998, but that is due only to also emulating a residential structure, as the very nature of material used and processes employed are incompatible. Of the searched Prior Art, it is the closest, yet upon closer inspection it is vastly different in every respect. Hendershot uses a very complex steel reinforcing and joint system, bonding system requiring flared coil loops and sheebolts, structural bearing system requires complex precast steel mechanism, and a hip roof cannot be constructed as even simple dormers are reduced to nothing more than exterior architectural accents placed over constructed roof. All prior art requires great quantities of steel reinforcing, steel brackets, mechanisms and/or laborious, precise manufacturing processes facilitating site construction.

[0014] Wall process: U.S. Pat. No. 6,098,357 Franklin et. al., Aug. 8, 2000, cites well the problems of all prior art's various block wall systems. Yet, itself requires additional materials for architectural finish, its process of uniquely formed and dimensional blocks greatly exceed the minimal three block vertical height of current art, requires additional steel anchor system, does not even address the problem of utility locations in walls and it is composed of inferior material lacking all the innate attributes of AAC. Referring again to U.S. Pat. No. 5,286,427, Koumal, Feb. 15, 1994, fails in its design in FIG. 5 and description to be so unfeasible that they are only intended as an example of product and no way intended as representative of a construction system. The present invention's processes and articles of manufacture allow for the temperature transfer system which heats/cools the wall for specific purpose of countering exterior environment's temperature effects on wall material. Most prior art is concerned with radiant heating of interior and not stabilizing the insulate properties of wall's material, therefore their design and processes are either inadequate or unfeasible.

[0015] In this invention's support beam system for roof, etc., the prior art of U.S. Pat. No. 4,285,179, Goidinger, employs a lightweight cementitious material in panel form that has longitudinal cavities that are filled with heavy standard type concrete and optionally reinforcing steel which makes vertical wall panels load bearing. The roof beam system hereof with optional reinforcing channel, is novel for following reasons: 1) Goidinger is specifically vertical walls, 2) due to incompatible uses are structurally and dimensionally dissimilar, 3) while Goidinger has internal cavities formed by sandwiching formed wide panel halves together, the solid rectangular beams hereof have much thicker exterior AAC for distinct purpose of receiving “R” screws or similar fasteners and can be shaped in angles to equal roof panel's pitch, 4) beams can have corrugated shaped channel system adding strength and additionally preventing added cement from adhering too quickly to dry sides and clogging cavity and therefore preventing it from being completely filled, which can be a serious failure problem of Goidinger, and lastly 5) has a utility channel. It is unobvious as no other prior art has specific use of: 1) weaker material used for a structural purpose of receiving fasteners, 2) used solely for structural, load bearing beams spanning space, as without current art's “R” screws and interlocking beam ends it was almost impossible to engineer such a system for practical application. In regards to beam's interlocking ends, there is no prior art in cementitious material, but U.S. Pat. No. 4,409,763, Rydeem, Oct. 18, 1983 uses a great wood system of one vertically oriented dowel to secure a plurality of intersecting beam ends onto a post, but has no method for a suspended, self supporting, load bearing beam system spanning space. Again, all other prior art in cementitious materials employ complex, heavy duty steel brackets, support/reinforcing, etc., and still cannot accomplish process of invention.

[0016] In U.S. Pat. No. 5,794,386, to Klein, Aug. 18, 1998, there is taught a roofing system. More specifically, the patent is directed to a roof panel for sloped roofs and includes a self-supporting reinforced plate of cementitious materials, wherein the reinforcement above the plate has bars running along the slope of the roof Compared to the present invention it is a very complicated, costly combination of cement and steel reinforcing.

[0017] Another aspect of this invention's roof system is its gravity induced internalized gutter system. All prior art with internalized gutter systems for precast concrete panels (Meyers, U.S. Pat. No. 723,175; Novoa, U.S. Pat. No. 3,603,052; Rook, U.S. Pat. No. 6,006,480) rely on force from additional moisture to push accumulated previous moisture out of a level, straight gutter system, and the results are problems of residual moisture and accumulated debris causing damage to gutter system and structure. U.S. Pat. No. 929,684, Mills & Taylor, Aug. 3, 1909, is an example of common design deficiency allowing moisture to run down the face so that debris residue leaves streaks and moisture can drip back onto habitat if not incorporating invention's reverse angle water deflection system.

[0018] No prior art addresses either processes or compositions of matter of this invention's roof's water proofing system. Only U.S. Pat. No. 5,981,030 Haupt et al, Nov. 9, 1999 has a figure similar in appearance, but by closer inspection thereof, and by reading the detailed description, the following incompatibilities, physical differences and new unrelated processes become clear: 1) is not used for waterproofing but rather water retention which defeats process of facilitating removal of vapor from AAC roof panels, 2) its process is a solid mass for water retention and not air cavities for venting, 3) the materials used are completely different and incompatible, 4) while absorber (4) is held in place by fleece (1) and joined to base material (5) by a laminate (2), there is no continuity as absorption is confined to small areas (6), the laminate does not coat entire product but on specific areas (6), the fleece has no structural purpose other than to hold absorber (4), 4) quilted absorber areas are of various sizes and perforated coating film contradict teaching of this invention. There is no prior art, nor proven commercial product for matter of composition which will be a satisfactory alternative roof water proofing system. Heretofore AAC roofs were forced to use conventional roofing materials which are labor intensive, costly, add tremendous weight to roof system, and are for the most part environmentally harmful.

[0019] For multi-story buildings, Prior Art U.S. Pat. No. 723,175, Meyers, Mar. 17, 1903 is only prior art of a remote reference to ring/bond beam floor panel and corbel ring/bond beam as the patent shows a wall with floor and roof being incorporated into a single monolithic unit without a separate ring/bond beam. The processes it employs of a mold into which concrete is poured is incompatible with this invention which uses precast pieces.

[0020] The invention's stair system employs a unique support system which facilitates installation process that is opposed to prior art (U.S Pat. No. 2,615,325, D. S. Seeber; U.S. Pat. No. 1,573,043, S. de Cola; U.S. Pat. No. 1,081,074, F. A. Winslow) as this invention uses no internal steel reinforcing, internal interlocking mechanism or parts, nor requires a separate support system in mid section.

[0021] U.S. Pat. No. 5,143,498, Whitman, Sep. 1, 1992 has a screw with a chamber with laterally disposed openings which are to disperse liquid sealant. The article of manufacture varies from invention's auger “R” screw in its primary, and subsequent claims, as its process is to secure simple roof coverings to roof Its design is constrained for primary purpose and so renders it useless for purpose “R” screw serves of replacing rebar by structurally binding large cementitious products together. The Whitman screw has a single chamber for dispersing sealant which attaches to rubber material as material presses against openings and exterior wall of screw's shaft, which may work for it as it has a screw head which remains exposed outside material and a tight configuration of threads ideal for rubber, but “R” screw has a counter sinking head and while employing threads and mortar to bind, it is unique in that it has a shaft of multiple chambers serving distinct functions and process of enlarging opening around shaft for mortar to fill and so creates one monolithic cementitious product. U.S. Pat. No. 5,249,899, Wilson, Oct. 5, 1993employs a shaft for dispersing an adhesive through openings located in a recessed thread which works for it since is used for pre drilled, machined metals, but would be useless in cementitious product as dust would clog. U.S. Pat. No. 5,516,248, DelHaitre, May 14, 1996 has a plurality of outwardly projecting serrations which burr into the work piece for self locking, but the design is limited to that sole use and design is counter productive in a cementitious material. Standard rebar requires drilling a hole, inserting rebar and then mortar, and in method cannot hold inclined pieces in place.

[0022] Invention's nail “N” screw has no individual prior art references and combination of references clearly fails obviousness as un-suggested combination of a nail and screw for both are individually complete and take different approaches. References further teaches away as threads of normal screws would interfere with process of nail and nail would not have necessary holding power in AAC, so screw and nail normally result in inoperative combination without necessary modifications being made.

[0023] Fire Door prior art required different materials (steel) and greater cost with less results.

[0024] While the machines in general have many references in prior art, the process employed by invention are completely unique, and the machines are superior to prior art in their required modifications.

[0025] While there are many references to prior art for tools of routing and reciprocating saws with plunging process, U.S. Pat. No. 5,682,934, Rybski, Nov. U.S. Pat. No. 4, 1997; 5,240,052, Davison, Aug., 31, 1993 references are closest related to this invention, yet they are more complex, confined to independent actions performed on individual pieces at a work station requiring pieces to be later combined with other pieces at site, and are restricted by complexity of guide or design's dimensional limitations as systems lose feasibility when enlarged so cannot create and finish large openings and/or architecturally finish large surfaces of permanent placed, vertically positioned structural material.

[0026] U.S. Pat. No. 721178, E. P. Golden, Feb. 24, 1903 does not apply to joint finishing tool as it is for process of removing a prescribed depth of material surface and not just cleaning off an excess of a different material from surface, the patent shows it has two wheels to each side of blade vs. one elongated wheel which serves additional function of smoothing out and imprinting residual material, FIG. 4 shows pressure is exerted on rear positioned blade vs. on rear rolling pin like wheel which drives neutral front positioned blade.

[0027] U.S. Patent Planchon, Mar. 22, 1995 shows a reciprocating saw blade with unique tip for starting a hole and cutting, but not a good method for holding tool in position while blade starts hole as one of problems will be maintaining blade in starting hole without opening template guide and tool guide arms. The none of the blade designs allow for same structural strength at tip for current art's blade has benefit of blade strength gained from center of blade continuing to point while all prior art has curves and off center points, except for FIG. 10 E, but it lacks teeth on either side of blade at that point which is important for working with AAC. Invention has same blade dimensionally as Planchon's FIG. 3 referenced prior art, but is modified differently and additionally has unique design of directionally neutral teeth on back, which is quite different than U. S. Pat. No. 3,680,610, Lindgren, Aug. 2, 1972 of oppositely disposed cutting edges which would hinder current art's penetrating thrust cut. U. S. Pat. No. 2,646,094 F. S. Russell, Jul. 21, 1953 has a unique blade and tool to assist guiding but sacrifices benefits of direct perpendicular entry.

[0028] It is now understood that all prior art and standard industry methodologies employ complex, expensive and labor intensive combinations of concrete with heavy duty steel reinforcing and structural support systems/beams which employ complex steel fastening systems.

OBJECTS AND ADVANTAGES

[0029] Present invention was forced to develop new processes, machines, articles of manufacture and compositions of matter for the effective use of cementitious AAC panels, blocks and shapes for the construction of environmentally friendly habitats. Upon review of Introductory Figures of Prior Art/Current Methodology, it will be noticed that there is not one component which is not either completely unique or modified in such a manner that the resultant process is completely new. Entire structural habitat can be constructed of cementitious product without use of steel support beams, interlocking steel brackets, bolts or other common steel parts (only rebar as building code requires), gutters, down spouts, wood trim, casing, and/or molding, nor conventional roofing materials, yet has the same degree of functionality as a conventional dwelling with these features.

[0030] It was discovered that large, precisely dimensioned elements of AAC allow for rapid construction as compared to conventional brick and cmu (concrete block). Their greater dimensional accuracy requires less on site adjustment. The combination of large size and dimensional accuracy allows greatly increased productivity. Due to the light weight of AAC, reduced equipment demands are realized.

[0031] The walls employ processes of minimizing vertical blocks. There are two wall block sizes: mini-wall and wall block. Their differing contributions to wall process will be detailed later. But each wall block has invention's utility channel and is coordinated with other blocks of invention's processes. Each block serves a specific function in the wall itself as well as replacing as many as four separate items required in current construction.

[0032] Invention's process of constructing walls of cementitious blocks, such as AAC, is superior in minimal quantity of two vertical components (wall block and top block-with casing block for openings) and three vertical components (base block, mini-wall block and top block-with casing block for openings), structural pieces are pre-finished and simply installed as specified (base, casing, top, crown), are constructed so utilities are inside walls which have finished surface including architectural effects ready for painting.

[0033] Openings for windows and doors use present art's casing block with utility chase system and are dimensionally located with components of this invention's process on one foot centers so entire dwelling is an unified dimensional process thereby a standard 8′ high wall uses three components vertically and horizontally can have virtually no waste. Invention's alternative process of wall block system allows for all advantages of vertical three block system with less labor as requires only invention's utility channel slot at base which coordinates with utility channel in other articles of manufacture such as casing blocks, etc.. To fully appreciate wall block system, to be cost effective in manufacturing and field requires adding 6″ of length to AAC industry's standard 20′ slurry mold so three full lengths of 82″ wall blocks and matching casing blocks can be produced without waste.

[0034] Casing blocks, etc. are horizontally dimensional for 1′ and 2′ center construction. Single wall block is not called a panel as steel reinforcing is not required which is substantial savings. Casing blocks can be omitted and architectural effect added into wall blocks and Top Block using invention's tools.

[0035] One example of an advantage of invention over prior methodology of AAC construction and prior art of CMU block, by using the traditional solid blocks and/or panels there was no good means to provide a finished interior wall without first using wood furring strips and externally positioning electrical utility boxes and wiring which further meant that wood studs and sheetrock or dry wall panels were required; consequently basically requiring two wall systems, or, alternatively routing and then inserting conduit and then having to repair walls. All this added substantial extra labor and material costs to the construction using AAC panels and blocks. Current art's internal “utility channel” system allows all utilities to be placed inside wall during construction and with special “fishing curve” and “multi conduit” inserts allow utilities to be placed within wall even after construction. The current art's utility channel system, inserts and architectural finish provide a structurally superior finished wall with surface simply requiring paint and/or wallpaper as a normal finished sheetrock wall. Current art eliminates all labor and/or forest materials of constructing an additional wall system. Current art even eliminates need for finished wood trim by architecturally finished blocks and invention's tools which are designed to finish vertical, and even upside down, surfaces. Current art's unique wall block system has not only saved labor and materials as compared to conventional AAC construction, it has actually made AAC less expensive and labor intensive than standard construction materials and methodologies.

[0036] The top course of a wall is constructed using top block/beam which is dimensionally sized at +/−16″. It can be manufactured as a block or a continuous beam, as it can be reinforced and even house invention's air duct system. An industry standard 2′ wide panel can be substituted for top block, as wall block's unique shape is critical for process.

[0037] A common design problem is resultant gap between the top of a wall where it meets a sloped roof The crown block with sloped top fits perfectly into this space and allows for architectural continuity. The crown block allows for sloped roofs and, if left with a level top, even additional floor systems to rest on architecturally finished structural components.

[0038] As previously noted, AAC buildings can be very energy efficient. A recent study in the U.S. shows that an 8″ AAC wall performs better than a conventional 2″×6″ wood stud wall system with R-30 Insulation. AAC is ideal for variable temperatures so that the outside temperature is dissipated by change before it can permeate block and effect interior. The only disadvantage to AAC's thermal insulate value is in a location where there are continuous days of below freezing temperatures as occurs during winters in northern United States and Canada, the cold eventually permeates the AAC block. A test in Pennsylvania not using current art for AAC, showed when AAC is exposed to a constant temperature, such as freezing, over a period of time it was found that a winter's heating expense was the same as a standard 2×4 wood frame home. This is one reason why AAC plants are presently located in only in Southern areas, an ideal climate of moderate, fluctuating temperatures. Current art solves this problem through its temperature transferring system manufactured in blocks and panels and is available for climates requiring it. Warm or cool air is simply circulated through holes in exterior half area of blocks. The manufacturing of transfer channels is unique in that the tubes inserted into the pan mold are two conical tubes with threaded ends, one male and one female, which after curing are separated by tool which is inserted into larger end and engages indentations and is twisted to unscrew tubes. The purpose for conical shape is ability to ease withdrawing longer sections of pipe from cementitious material thereby enabling even 20′ lengths to be more easily removed.

[0039] The utility chase and block wall systems are only a few of numerous other embodiments and claims of this application which each individually and combined address specific areas of improvement in AAC construction.

[0040] The structural beam system is placed on walls and is unique in being constructed of reinforced AAC or alternatively can be comprised of two cementitious materials, having a center fiber and steel reinforced concrete and outer casing of AAC which accepts “R” screws, flange bar and/or hollow bar, which are used to fasten roof panels to beams.

[0041] The beams can have reinforcing center formed by two halves with longitudinal slots joined and filled, even HVAC duct and a utility channel can be placed inside so trades simply pierce AAC where desired openings are to be located.

[0042] Currently the AAC industry does not use AAC for its roof systems in residential application because the required structural steel support beams, etc., rendered it impractical, so industry methodology is to attach a conventional wood and asphalt shingle roof on top of AAC walls. Current art is able to feasibly employ an entire AAC roof system with no steel I beams, support columns, brackets, braces, bolts, etc.. The structural beam system allows for all conventional roof designs to be possible, which was previously thought unfeasible with cementitious products due to weight, fastening systems and difficulty of working with product.

[0043] Invention's roofing system maximizes AAC's innate attributes by combining structure, insulation, gutter, water deflection, and waterproofing all in one. One of the more important ideas of invention is the AAC roof panel's waterproofing system. The AAC roof panels employ current art's cost effective waterproofing systems, both systems are environmentally friendly products to manufacture, and the consumer use of either invention will relieve landfills of 100,000's of tons of current industry asphalt shingle refuse currently being dumped every year. The current art is designed to never have to be replaced, only re-coated every 10+ years. Roof repairs are easily discovered and can be repaired by an unskilled homeowner. Professional roofers will appreciate ease of application. Both systems not only waterproof, but also remedy problem of AAC's requirement for vapor permeability (to be able to “breathe”) so moisture build up does not occur inside habitat. These are only systems known to be able to be applied directly to roof surface and still facilitate vapor permeability. System A is a yet to be developed/discovered and proven, material of manufacture with following characteristics: a custom roofing material having the following characteristics: waterproof, climate durable, chemical resistant, vapor permeable (“breathes”,) high modulus of elasticity (stretchable), durable (10+ year use expectancy), can be continuously re-coated, can be tinted for various colors, and bonds well to AAC. System B uses a proven material with invention's mesh design so that the elastomeric material which is not vapor permeable can now facilitate AAC's need to breathe.

[0044] The indivisible internalized gutter system is similar in that it eliminates costly additional gutter systems which must be maintained and replaced. The water deflection system not only adds aesthetic enhancement but provides process through its unique reverse (upward) angles to cause water to separate from face preventing unsightly runs as well as help dissipate negative effect of water runoff. The gutter down spout box eliminates need for unsightly down spouts and add architectural accent. Because of new roof system interior space is greatly increased by vaults as attic insulation is not required.

[0045] When going multiple stories, invention's ring/bond beam floor panel eliminates several time and material consuming steps. The floor panel has unique modification of top row if reinforcing stopping 1′ short of panel end (same as for roof panel for gutter system). This allows invention's ring/bond beam slot to be manufactured. Construction is simply placing beam on top of wall with panel end flush to exterior wall face, inserting required rebar into slot, installing “R” screws through slot into wall below, which screws engage other reinforcing in panel. The heads of screws can be left protruding into slot and rebar tied to them, then add mortar and immediately next course of block, and continue on with next wall. This eliminates all the following current methodology: 1) place panel end short of face of exterior wall, 2) mortar a block flush to face of exterior wall leaving a gap between panel end and block, 3) place rebar into gap and add lots of mortar, 4) wait day for ring/bond beam to set and then continue construction.

[0046] An alternative improvement in time and costs for multiple story construction is method of constructing walls without laying floors or roof until all walls are constructed. This method saves cost of crane rental waiting between floors or having to make several trips which can add up to thousands of dollars, as well as additional costs of down labor time for wall crews waiting for crane to finish. The method is for a crown block to be used which protrudes into interior area and forms a ledge for supporting floor system. When all walls are constructed crane simply sets all floor panels into interior area and roof panels onto crown block ledge, all in same day by use of invention's “R” screws. The crown blocks serve as ledge as well as architectural finish.

[0047] Corbel ring/bond beam is similar, as wall face is routed, using invention's routing system, to receive a precast, reinforced AAC beam. Simply mortar and fasten into place using “R” screws and then floor or roof can be set on corbel ring/bond beam. This process using unique articles of manufacture allow for quick, strong permanent placements of floor and roof panels where before an entire wall assembly system was required.

[0048] Stairs providing access between floors are now able to be cost effectively constructed of cementitious material which immediately gives fire protection. Stairs will not creak and have benefit of muffling a lot of the noise transmitted by standard wood stairs. Current methodology for constructing stairs, especially curved and suspended stairways, require a very skilled craftsman but now unskilled labor can construct a superior stairway in less time.

[0049] Invention's “R” screw is an indispensable article of manufacturing which facilitates many of invention's processes. Auger type “R” screw now makes it possible in one motion to set steel reinforcing into cementitious product without pre-drilling a hole and having to wait for mortar to set. An example of one advantage, a roof panel set on a {fraction (8/12)} pitch can be set in place with “R” screws into wall and invention's beam support system and left with no other support. “R” screw locks all pieces together with threads and counter sunk head. An entire roof system can be installed, then worker come back and fill all “R” screws with mortar at end of day for them to set up overnight. Next day roof is waterproofed.

[0050] A few nuances of “R” screw are advantage of invention's flanges on screw head are to gouge out AAC so head can counter sink and simultaneously help lock in place. Unlike any other screw, the “R” screw has ability to be drilled very close to surface without breaking AAC apart because of its auger process alleviating pressure which a standard solid shaft creates. The chambers' unique design actually allows mortar and screw process to make one monolithic piece of separate pieces in one step.

[0051] Invention's alternative, the flange bar, is a modified rebar with most of the advantages of “R” bar except it requires pre drilled holes. Invention's flange bar allows direct bonding and reinforcing as code requires with superior results of: centering rebar in hole, allowing mortar to fill hole around rebar, secure rebar directly to cementitious material, hold cementitious pieces in place by flanges imbedded in walls of hole preventing shifting movements, flanges greatly increase holding power. The “R” screw has advantage of one step process while flange bar has less expensive manufacturing costs and can be cut at any length at a point removed from a flange so that hammer drill can be placed over shaft and shaft used as a bit.

[0052] A hybrid of both “R” screw and flange bar is hollow bar which combines best attributes of both inventions into one unit. It uses invention's cutting device which in cutting uses a crimping action that results in serrations which through bar's twisting action grind AAC into dust and force into hollow core. It has a helix-action with auger flanges which leaves slots for special epoxy (not regular mortar) to be inserted around bar.

[0053] Invention's nail “N” screw The result is synergism in that now one item replaces two previously separate processes with the benefits of both and modifications eliminating detriments. A problem with fastening items into a cementitious product is that the cement is not like wood which holds by a constant expansion pressure upon inserted object, cement holds by a gripping and/or binding to concrete. Therefore when object is removed it can rarely be reinserted into same hole with effective holding power. The “N” screw overcomes this problem by gathering dust in its tip which binds, by prongs near head which pierce and hold, torque more pressure via screw head and by ability to reinsert finish nail in hollow shaft and re-explode tip. While prior art, such as Helifix, has advantages of piercing and twisting to hold in AAC, it requires long sections of shaft to work effectively and still wiggles and can work free without mortar. The “N” screw has variable degrees of hold, and via nail exploding tip, has unique process of being permanently set and still retain ability to be removed without damage to AAC or fastener and then even re-used in same hole.

[0054] Door slabs can be composed of AAC giving great fire safety and sound insulation to rooms. As AAC is non-combustible, current art even has an AAC door which is unique allowing a four hour fire rated wall having a specially designed opening.

[0055] Tools biggest advantages are ability to be used on vertical plane surface and enabling unskilled workers to make finished openings and other modifications in thick walls, as well as finished trim designs. Most of the tools combine steps so that what required two or more tools and several processes in prior art can now be done with invention's machines, articles of manufacture and processes with one tool and in one step.

[0056] Invention's air duct system uses AAC insulate characteristic and duct's structural reinforcing for unexpected result of a manufactured structural component: 1) an internal duct system which is installed during construction of habitat as it is an integral, structural part of habitat, 2) is an insulated forced air duct system which reinforces cementitious material, 3) reduces volume weight of top beam, 4) requires no additional framing, etc., to hide it, 5) uses process of varying opening sizes custom installed at site to regulate required air supply. Blocks and beams can also be used with a standard sized hole becoming the air duct with no other duct work required.

[0057] The beauty of current art is its ability to emulate the aesthetic appeal of industry's standard habitats while being composed of a completely different, unique cementitious material. It is current art's synergy allowing it to overcome problems preventing AAC's acceptance by construction industry. Each of current art's embodiments is crucial to whole as it is synergistic, i.e.: without support beam system, roof panel system would not feasible, and without “R” screws and light weight roof waterproof coating system the support beam system would not be feasible.

[0058] It is very important to note that it is the synergy of the many previously undiscovered and unanticipated attributes of current art's combined systems (manufacturing, wall, roof and floor support, roof coatings, fasteners, tools, etc.) described herein that culminate in a completely unanticipated result of a superior, environmentally friendly cementitious habitat, so that the habitat as a whole becomes a unique, new item.

[0059] The manner by which the system hereof applies the processes, machines, articles of manufacture and compositions of matter will become apparent in the description which follows, particularly when read in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0060] FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of a partial, two story cementitious dwelling constructed in accordance with the teachings of this invention, further showing numbers identifying specific areas of the dwelling and their relationship to the later series of Figures.

[0061] FIGS. 1A-1C are front elevations of prior art.

[0062] FIGS. 1D is front elevation and 1E is side elevation for manufacturing blocks of invention.

[0063] FIG. 2A is a partial perspective view of a wall, with a door and a window opening, using in section A: base block and mini-wall block combination, top blockbeam and optional curved block wall.

[0064] FIG. 2B is a continuing partial perspective view of a wall, with a door and a window opening, omitting base block and mini-wall block and substituting them with a wall block and big base block.

[0065] FIG. 2C is a continuing partial perspective view of a wall, using a second story on floor panels, with a door and a window opening, substituting top block with top beam over openings and omitting wall block and substituting full wall blocks.

[0066] FIG. 2AA-1 is partial perspective view of an AAC base utility block, preferably used as primary course, along with detail drawings of the block to illustrate various aspects of the AAC block.

[0067] FIG. 2AA-2 is a partial perspective view of base utility block with variation of utility channel having a front entry joining a casing block.

[0068] FIG. 2BB-1 & 2 are two partial perspective views of wall blocks which are routed with a vertical chase and shaped edges. 2BB-1 has example of architectural design routed on face by tools of invention.

[0069] FIG. 2CC is a partial perspective view of an elongated, vertically oriented casing block, showing incorporated utility chase and a curved insert to facilitate pulling/fishing electrical wiring or cable through the blocks. It is adjoining a finished wall block.

[0070] FIG. 2D is a partial perspective view of a top block which dimensionally compliments wall block to allow precise height dimension for doors and window openings. It shows this invention's casing and utility channel as well as industry standard slot for reinforcing.

[0071] FIG. 2DD is top block beam which combines functions of a header for openings and a bond beam for wall and can house utility channel and invention's enclosed, insulated duct system.

[0072] FIG. 2E is a partial perspective crown block, having crown molding, showing a tapered top wall with a longitudinal slot and crown block used as floor support system.

[0073] FIG. 2F are two views showing a special molded plastic insert to convert a utility chase into a multi-chamber chase.

[0074] FIGS. 2G and 2H are several views illustrating curved AAC blocks and manufacturing procedures.

[0075] FIGS. 21 and 2J are a series of views showing a preferred manner of providing temperature transfer within an AAC dwelling.

[0076] FIGS. 3A through 3F are different views illustrating various aspects of a roofing Beam Support system according to this invention.

[0077] FIGS. 4A through 4D are different views illustrating various aspects of this invention's water proofing system applied to roof and invention's moisture removal system.

[0078] FIGS. 5A and 5B are two views showing further this invention's panel bond beam system.

[0079] FIG. 5C is a cross sectional view of a wall detail showing invention's panel bond beam in conjunction with invention's wall block and top beam with duct system, routed with casing block design for spanning opening.

[0080] FIG. 6A is a partial side view illustrating invention's corbel bond beam system which allows floor and roof panels to be secured directly to a cured cementitious mid wall sections.

[0081] FIG. 6B is a partial side view illustrating invention's crown block/metal ledge floor support system.

[0082] FIGS. 7A through 7C are different views illustrating a preferred auger screw, “R” screw for securing AAC materials.

[0083] FIGS. 7AA through 7CC are different views illustrating a preferred hollow bar, a hybrid of “R” screw and flange bar which replaces standard rebar. Also invention of a tool used to cut, crimp and create serrated ends in Hollow Bar.

[0084] FIGS. 7AAA through 7CCC are different views illustrating a preferred flange bar, invention's modified rebar.

[0085] FIGS. 8A through 8D are various views illustrating a dual functioning “N” screw for attaching items to AAC materials.

[0086] FIGS. 9A and 9B are selected views of an AAC stair case assembly.

[0087] FIG. 10 is a top view of an improved fire wall with opening and door.

[0088] FIGS. 11A through 11D are various views of a routing tools.

[0089] FIG. 12 is a side view of a hand held utility chase cutting tool.

[0090] FIGS. 13A through 13D are different views of cutting implements for AAC matenals.

[0091] FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a crushing apparatus for transforming scrap pieces into dust for environmentally friendly disposal.

[0092] FIG. 15 is a joint scraping tool for use on removing excess AAC mortar from joints.

[0093] FIGS. 16A and 16B are two views of tool for making openings in AAC materials.

[0094] FIGS. 17A through 17C various views of tool for inserting wires into utility channel and fastening in place.

[0095] FIGS. 18A through 18C are various views of duct system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0096] Looking now to the Figures to help illustrate and describe the method of this invention, the introductory Figures of prior art and invention are for review and comparison to invention. The first figure is an exploded perspective a cementitious habitat (FIG. 1) having references to various components of invention, i.e.; FIG. 2, FIG. 3, etc.. The Figures represent processes, machines, articles of manufacture and matters of composition which culminate in a constructed habitat. The cementitious material can be any material, cementitious or other, which invention can employ, but in this explanation will be represented by AAC.

[0097] AAC blocks are typically formed by first preparing a slurry of the AAC mixture and placing same into current industry standard, large mold (FIG. 1A prior art) measuring approximately 4′ wide by 24″ deep and 20′ long. After the slurry sets, the form may be lifted out of the tray and cut into the desired sizes. Industry standard panels are always steel reinforced and sized 2′ wide by +/−8″ thick (FIG. 1B prior art) and when used for walls are +8″ long (for vertical height). Most blocks are usually 8″ wide by 8″ tall ×24″ long (FIG. 1 C prior art) with only one USA plant manufacturing a jumbo block of 2′×4′×8″.

[0098] Invention's system shows manufacturing modification of 8″×16″(FIG. 1 D) for top block (FIG. 2 D, 206) which is coordinated with wall block of industry standard 2′×4′ but new dimensional length of 82″ which requires modifying mold length (FIG. 2E) by additional 6″, from prior art 240″ to 246″, so three lengths of 82 wall block as well as coordinated casing block can be manufactured without waste. Accordingly, one preferred size is wall block (FIG. 2B, 200B) having an elongated dimension of +/−82″, and a short dimension of two (2) feet. This previously unconsidered elongated dimension allows for construction industry standard pre-hung doors with only jambs to slip flush into invention's casing block system so that no additional wood trim is required or customizing blocks at site.

[0099] Alternative curved blocks (205) manufacturing (FIG. 2G & 2H) are manufactured by wires, as known in industry, being modified as being connected to a computerized, mechanical arm which cuts AAC as pattern and arrows describe. There are presently no curved blocks being manufactured anywhere in world to my knowledge.

[0100] For more frigid climates, invention's temperature transfer system (FIGS. 2I, 2J) which is manufactured (FIG. 2K) into AAC by tubes inserted into mold. The manufacturing of transfer channels (54) is unique in that the tubes (251) inserted into the pan mold (250) are two conical tubes with threaded ends (255), one male and one female, which after curing are separated by tool (253) which is inserted into larger end and engages indentations (252) and is twisted to unscrew tubes. Optional flange (254) on female conical tube holds it stationary while male tube is first unscrewed and withdrawn. The purpose for tool and conical shape is ability to ease withdrawing longer sections of pipe from cementitious material, as tool employs fulcrum to initially break tube free and then conical shape allows for no resistance as withdrawn. This now allows for extremely long voids/channels to be easily created. Also ends the need for coring of individual blocks as is currently done since blocks cut with void suffice.

[0101] The temperature transfer system (TTS) allows for excess heat, usually wasted and/or lost, to be realized and circulated (58) via air channels (54) throughout exterior walls (200A) and panels (40) of habitat. System can employ a geothermal (56) and solar (55) storage tank (52).

[0102] After the cementitious materials are prepared, construction can begin. Initially a superior concrete foundation, or footer with slab is poured, as known in the art, to present a base for receiving the AAC blocks. The blue prints, as known in the art, are measured and laid out on floor by a qualified individual. Correct designations are marked on floor for openings, block type, location of outlets, etc.. From this point a small crews of four unskilled workers using a level, trowel and drill can construct a quality habitat in half the time of a comparable “stick built”.

[0103] A first step in constructing invention is the wall system (FIG. 2, FIGS. 2A-2AA). The process comprises selecting a discontinuous first course of elongated AAC base blocks (FIG. 2A) for placement on a pre-built foundation. A base block (FIG. 2A, 201, and 2AA 201) is one solid structural finished component which is load bearing, utility receiving, architecturally finished and uniquely dimensionally processed. The respective +/−10″ tall ×+/−9″ wide blocks are oriented with a longitudinal slot, called a utility channel (202), exposed along the upper surfaces or/and along vertical face (FIG. 2A, 202) thereof, into which utilities (217, 216, 123, 124) are inserted and later covered by subsequent course and/or preformed, dimensional type of cementitious board (FIG. 2AA, 229) which fits perfectly between notch (225) at base and start of architectural finish (208) so that there is no seam and it becomes integral part of design.

[0104] Alternatively, the base block (FIG. 2A, 201) may be omitted and the mini-wall blocks (200A) substituted with wall blocks (FIG. 2B, 200B). Wall blocks have a custom notch design near base (FIG. 5B) which is covered by flooring and/or optional base board. Another alternative (FIG. 2C) is omission of casing blocks and instead wall blocks (200B) are architecturally routed, including utility chase. All blocks work with invention's utility channel system.

[0105] Whatever block process is used, the blocks are cemented into place and leveled, except where door openings are located (212). Initial leveling is critical as all subsequent courses of blocks can be laid directly on the base course without further delay of subsequent leveling since AAC blocks are dimensionally accurate.

[0106] Continuing description using base block (FIG. 2AA-1 & 2AA-2, 201), as apparent, the purpose of the slot (FIG. 2AA- 1, 202) is to receive utilities, i.e. electrical wiring (FIG. 2AA- 1, 217). After utilities (FIG. 2AA-1, 217 & 226) and all inserts (214 & 215, etc.) are placed in utility channel (202), then a thin cover composed of plastic or paper (18) is placed over utility channel (202) opening to prevent special AAC mortar (19) from falling into utility channel (202) when constructing subsequent blocks and panels, as mortar would obstruct future installments of utilities which can be pulled/fished. Additional utilities can be placed on top of Base Block (FIG. 5A, 202) which are accepted into utility channel (202) in base of second course (200). The base blocks (201) are +/−10″ high and +/−1″ wider than mini-wall blocks (200A) and have architectural base board finish (208) which recesses and reduces base block to width of subsequent mini-wall block (200A). Base block (201) also has optional variably sized recessed notch (225) at base for overlapping flooring. Reference numerals (208 & 225) create the invention's unique attribute of being architecturally and functionally equivalent to a base board; so even while housing utilities, it is structural and functional as well as having ornamental finish.

[0107] Outlets (216) are located into base block (201) by cutting opening using special roto plunging tool (FIG. 16A, 167) and template guide (163). Outlet boxes, etc., fit exactly into opening formed by template guide (163) and are fastened into place using nail “N” screws (FIG. 8, 80) or adequate means.

[0108] Thereafter, a method of vertically orienting and cementing comparably designed, plural mini-wall blocks (FIG. 2A, 200A) onto at least certain of the first course of blocks, where the height of each block is a multiple of a nominal dimension of “X”, where a typical mini-wall block is 6′, and “X” equals 2′. Mini-wall blocks (FIG. 2A, 200A) are preferably 72″ high, do not require wire reinforcing as does standard wall panels which have manufacturing difficulties and additional costs, but have advantages of panels in quick installation and can be routed (FIGS. 2BB-1 & 2BB-2). Mini-wall blocks (200A) can have utility chase system (202) integrated into ends and sides to form horizontal and vertical utility channels (FIGS. 2BB-1 & 2BB-2).

[0109] Alternatively, to mini-wall blocks mounted on base blocks is method employing wall blocks (FIG. 2A & B, 200B). Wall blocks are +/−6′-10″ tall so top equals height of standard door with frame. Wall blocks which have hidden utility channel machined into bottom (FIG. 5C, 200B). Additionally, tools (FIGS. 11) are able to architecturally finish (FIG. 2BB-1, 208A) wall blocks (200B) with casing design and utility channel allowing for omission of casing blocks.

[0110] In any case, thereafter, plural elongated casing blocks (FIG. 2CC, 203) preferably the height of wall blocks, are vertically oriented around the first horizontal course where openings (212) for doors and windows are to be placed. Invention's casing blocks (FIG. 2CC, 203) are used for window and door openings and are structural, integral components of wall which have architectural finish (208) and can have utility channel (202). Electrical switch boxes (216) can be located in casing blocks (203) at door openings and are constructed similarly to outlet boxes (203) in base blocks. The slots for utility channel are of such a width that when windows and doors are installed their frames conceal slots and only caulk or shoe mold is required to finish. The top beam has casing block's architectural finish where openings are located.

[0111] Casing blocks have vertical and horizontal “X” factors. Vertically, the same dimensional vertical “X” equals wall blocks (200A & 200B ) so their top heights are level. This level height is optimized at +/−6′-10″ to match finished doors and windows. Horizontally, casing blocks are “X” equals 2′ or 1′ so that either 17+/−″ wide for full size openings (ex: 36″ (3 ′-0″ door) +2+/−″ (¾″+¾″ frames & gap), +34″+/−(two 17″ Casing Blocks)=1′ center), or 14″ for half size openings (ex: 30″ (2′-6″ door)+2+/−″ (¾″+¾″ frames & gap), +28″+/− (two 14 ″ Casing Blocks)=1′ center). The walls are constructed on 1′ centers with minimal waste. By disciplining design using matching units a wall can be constructed without having to cut 2′ wide wall blocks. Doors and windows with ¾″ jambs can slide under subsequent course and into opening, requiring nothing else to flush finish other than trim or caulk, as the architectural finish (208) on blocks blend into door and window frames and become one architectural unit when painted. Conventional finishes have architectural finish added onto wall and so protrude away from wall, while present invention has finish recessing into structural walls as walls are thick enough to use the invention's time and material saving process.

[0112] A simplified wall process is for invention's tools to architecturally finish (243) wall blocks (FIG. 2C, 200C) at openings and create utility channel (202) so that a casing block is not required, as wall block has features of casing block machined into it. The width of opening is flexible so that only top block/beam (206) acting as header spans or big base block (FIG. 2B, 241) used under window are cut to fit. Big base blocks (241) are basically wall blocks turned horizontally so all window openings can have standard height from floor of 24″ and variable width. This is preferred method of all options.

[0113] Where casing design and base moulding design meet (FIG. 2AA-1) an optional prefabricated architectural insert (231) fits into slot and provides continuation of architectural finish (208). Where the utility channel (202) intersects with other blocks or changes angles, in a preferred embodiment, a curved insert (FIG. 2A, 214) sized to be slidably placed into the longitudinal slots (202), may be placed into perpendicularly converging utility slots to provide a continuous curved path for easy wiring of the erected structure in future after direct access is closed off. By this arrangement, and with pre-positioned openings extending to the inside from the longitudinal slots, the entire structure may be suitably wired with recessed utility boxes to present a wall surface suitable for finishing.

[0114] Where architectural finishes (208) for casing blocks (203) and top block/beam (206) meet, an architectural insert (231) is placed to cover incompatible intersection.

[0115] Top block beams (FIG. 2D, 206) are placed as a horizontally oriented course of comparably designed AAC blocks, where the longitudinal slots (202) over the openings, such as doors and window openings, and casing finish (208) are exposed downwardly toward the opening. An optional architectural finish (208) can give a crown molding appearance (208) to top block where floor panel (FIG. 5A, 59) will rest on top block (206). Top block are preferably manufactured as beams and have enclosed air duct system and reinforcing channel which coordinates with roof's beam system.

[0116] Thereafter, the top most course of wall, comprised of invention's +/−16″ top block beam (206), is placed on wall blocks (200 A & B, not C) and/or casing blocks (203). Top block can have variation of architectural finish (208) as casing blocks for windows and doors, as well as continuous design to equal crown moulding, which allows for one structural component, top block, to replace four standard pieces: header, filler, casing and crown. Additionally, top block is of specific dimension so that base block, mini-wall block and top block form a minimum 8′ high wall. A unique feature of this invention is the provision of an effective method to construct a dwelling using primarily precut and sized blocks of cementitious material. By the use of such cementitious blocks containing specific dimensions unique to this invention process and not in prior art, an 8′ high wall can be constructed using only two blocks (or three if using base block) which blocks have specific, unique design and functions beyond just dimensional advantage. Blocks are additionally modified with predetermined slots and openings termed utility chase system for utilities, i.e. electrical wiring, plumbing, etc., facilitating construction of habitat. Further, also employing tools for finished architectural routing for either the base block, casing, features for openings, and/or crown block, smooth finished walls are transformed into architectural finished walls with no additional materials.

[0117] For rounded walls and/or corners, if desired, one may employ arch shaped rounded blocks (FIG. 2A, 205), where the rounded shapes of such blocks may be accomplished by inserting rounded mold (FIG. 2G) into industry standard AAC pan. Alternatively, a computerized mechanical arm may run wires through cementitious material (FIGS. 2H) in a unique pattern producing curved blocks with very little waste, and which waste is able to be recycled as it is still in green stage before autoclaving. This finishes wall construction processes.

[0118] The corbel bond beam system (FIG. 6A) is the present invention's method to attach floor and roof panels directly into the mid wall section surface instead of on top of walls which requires a great deal more construction effort and material. The corbel slot is formed at manufacturing or on-site field routed using the tools of this invention (FIG. 12) with different bit. The corbel bond beam (60), which is reinforced with rebar (35) is set into slot with mortar and fastened with “R” screws (70), or invention's alternatives, which engage rebar reinforcing.

[0119] When there are multiple floors, floor panels can be placed directly on top of first level wall top block/beam (FIG. 5A) with panel end flush to exterior wall. Floor panels, according to this invention, may use invention's bond beam slot (50) and auger “R” screws (70) to effectively replace several steps of prior methodology. Prior art methodology a bond beam was to first drill vertical holes into top of wall, then short sections of rebar were mortared into holes, and thereafter a long, horizontal rebar was tied off to vertical rebar (35). This necessitated a space between end of floor panel and a block placed flush to exterior face of wall. The bond beam was formed in the gap between panel end and wall block using rebar and mortar. This method required additional material, labor and days of curing time before subsequent floors could be constructed. The present invention eliminates several steps and materials and allows construction to continue uninterrupted.

[0120] Floor panels (59) hereof have unique bond beam slot (50) by manufacturing AAC similarly to roof panels for internal gutter system (FIG. 4B) where upper course(s) of steel reinforcing (52) stops shorter of panel end than other layers so slot can be routed and bit not hit reinforcing steel. Rebar (35) is horizontally laid in bond beam slot (50) and tied to “R” screws (70) and then bond beam slot is filled with mortar (19) as base block (201), which is the first course of next wall, is laid.

[0121] An alternative floor support system is (FIG. 6B) for crown block (207B) or steel plate ledge (207x) to be placed into wall during construction to support floor system and a space block (201B) with height equal to thickness of floor panel is installed. This invention's method allows for wall construction to continue until all walls are constructed before floors and roof panels are installed. When floor panels are installed, the gap between end of floor panel and wall is filled halfway with rebar (35) and mortar (19) and becomes bond beam. The upper half of gap is left a void and becomes a utility channel (202) for wires (217) and other utilities to be inserted. Outlets (216) are placed in floor panel using invention's method in area void of reinforcing. Finish floor covers uniquely located utility channel or small gap it can be filled with additional mortar. When steel plate (207x) is employed the plate is welded at corners and becomes bond beam and “R” screws are inserted through holes in plate which engage with floor panel's reinforcing. Holes in side of plate inserted into wall joint allows mortar to fasten plate in position inside walls. A small insert (207y) is used to support next course of space block (201B) level until mortar sets.

[0122] Where stairs are employed to travel between floors, invention's stair system is employed as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, which are partial views of stairs made entirely of AAC. There is no prior art of cementitious stairs being supported only at ends and reinforced by adjoining steps. All prior art uses either steel reinforcing throughout or supports in middle of stair, which extends to ground along total run of stairs. The process for constructing stairs is completely original.

[0123] The invention's stair system uses cementitious blocks 90 which have an angled slot 91 that corresponds to the desired pitch of the stairs. The angle support brackets 92 are secured to the wall at the desired pitch of stairs, which pitch corresponds to slot 91 in cementitious block.

[0124] Blocks are simply slipped onto support bracket at top of stairs in gap, see FIG. 9B, reference numeral 93, between brace and floor and then slid down and mortar 19 to secure onto top of previous block. Optionally, an “R” screw 70 can be used for additional fastening. The angle iron 92 with special slot 91 makes a permanent structural unit. Mortar placed on ends of stairs additionally bonds stairs to AAC walls. Face of cementitious AAC blocks can be routed to have a tread 94 and/or other architectural advantages. The advantages allow for additional safety of fire proof stairs cases which are devoid of squeaking.

[0125] Thereafter, if there is not to be an additional floor, on the top most course of wall comprised of top block, a crown block (FIG. 2A, 207) featuring a sloped top wall (228) is cemented to the top course. The slope is comparable to the roof slope so that the roof panels may be supported thereon and secured by suitable fastening means. FIG. 4B further shows a tapered crown block (207) secured to the top of the wall for mounting a roof panel (40) and roof support members. The crown block has a slope equal to the roof panel pitch and is manufactured by taking a standard base block width and cutting in half so that mirror sides equal slope pitch of roof The interior face is routed to resemble crown molding The result of this inventive technique is a single structural piece of cementitious material that has architectural attributes of finished wood trim and is used to bond pitched roof panels to flat walls. Crown blocks with a level top, instead of angled to the roof pitch, can also be used to add height and design features to any wall.

[0126] The roof is constructed by first securing AAC roof panels 37 to the roof support beam system, beams 30, 31, 32, where a typical roof has a plurality of beams arranged in specific load and stress managing pattern.

[0127] The construction method may be continued by positioning invention's support beam system (FIG. 3A-3F) onto walls. The cementitious beams are comprised solely of cementitious material with steel reinforcing, and optionally can have invention's reinforcing channel (FIG. 3F, 36). Support beams require only mortar and fasteners as unique interlocking design (FIG. 3C & 3D) eliminates need for interlocking brackets, bolts, or other mechanisms. All types of roof pitches and designs, including hip and valley (FIG. 3A), are now possible for a purely cementitious roof and support system.

[0128] The supporting beam system with reinforcing channel (36) is constructed by placing rebar into channel (and utilities), tying all rebar together, which can include rebar coming from foundation/slab, then drilling holes into beam and pouring mortar into beams (FIG. 3F, 38) so that incredibly strong support beams result. The invention allows for AAC surrounding hard concrete reinforcing channels to receive fasteners (70) and so secure roof panels to supporting beam system. Invention's roof system requires no brackets, braces, bolts, etc., as does all prior art. At most what may be required are tension tie rods for certain hip roof designs to give walls extra support.

[0129] The construction process is continued by placing roof panels (FIG. 3E, 40 & 3F, 40) on supporting beam system. When a roof is resting on standard 8′ wall instead of a second floor FIG. 4B), then a fourth level of blocks comprised of crown block (207) can be used. As best seen in FIG. 4B, a series of crown blocks (207), preferably eight (8″) inches in height, are cemented to the planar surface (229), where the crown block (207) features a slanted upper surface (228) for receiving an angled roof panel (FIG. 4B, 40). The panel (40) may be secured to the crown block (207) by “R” screws (FIG. 7A, 70), and mortar (19) as known in the art, on planner surface (229). Crown blocks can also be structural for openings with cavity (227) being filled with rebar and cement.

[0130] The beam system utilizes the invention's optional reinforcing channels, (FIG. 3F, 36), which can be used in addition to standard reinforcing to facilitate easy construction and provides even stronger support due to internal bond beam/utility channel tying together the entire habitat. Beams can have a squared edge corrugated pipe (36) inserted into the AAC slurry during manufacturing. The AAC fits between the square corrugation in pipe and holds fast and is strong enough to remain intact during initial construction. The hollow corrugated pipe (36) at site has rebar (35) placed inside, as well as any utility conduits (26) desired, which conduits can be accessed for lights, etc.

[0131] Roof beams are erected and fastened so that the hollow core formed by corrugated pipe, which is termed reinforcing channel (36), align each other at intersection/joint of beams. After beams are joined together and set with “R” screws (70), the AAC mortar is pumped throughout the reinforcing channel system (36) resulting in an incredibly strong beam system which ties the entire structure together. This reinforcing channel system also allows “R” screws to fasten roof panels into the softer AAC portion of the beam. Optionally, a standard concrete beam can beam constructed and then an AAC beam adhered with mortar to top of concrete beam so result is a dual material beam which has softer cement for fasteners on top and harder, reinforced concrete on bottom. The concrete beams can be constructed and poured at site with foundations.

[0132] While any type of pipe can make reinforcing channel, the reasons for using optional corrugated pipe or corrugated, helical conical mold insert (255) which unscrews from mold, are: 1) the corrugation gives extra surface strength and adds additional strength to reinforcing channel when filled with concrete as two cementitious materials bind against each other; 2) the corrugation prevents AAC outside and cement inside from separating from pipe during stress flexing; and, 3) the corrugated pipe allows mortar to flow throughout entire system as AAC is known to absorb moisture so quickly that if system had only exposed AAC the mortar may quickly adhere to channel walls, possibly clogging channel and thus prevent mortar from reinforcing certain areas.

[0133] The roof panel system is then fastened to the beam system and roof panels waterproofed. The roof design is identical for both sections A and B of invention's roof waterproofing system (FIG. 4A). Section A is a perspective of a finished stage using a different water proofing material (47) than Section B's segment which is shown at an initial stage in its construction using the technology hereof. It is important to note that the invention's water proofing system for roof panels is of four distinct processes/features, namely: 1) water proof coating, (47 &/or 41); 2) the facia water deflection system (45); 3) integrated gutter system (44); and, 4) gutter box which replaces down spouts. The roof's water proofing system is constructed as follows:

[0134] FIG. 4A, section A, (47) is a new composition of matter as yet to be manufactured or discovered as a roofing material, having the following characteristics: waterproof, climate durable, chemical resistant, vapor permeable (“breathes”,) high modulus of elasticity (stretchable), durable (10+ year use expectancy), can be continuously re-coated so no waste material has to go to landfills, can be tinted for various colors, and bonds well to AAC. It is simply applied by spray or roller.

[0135] FIG. 4A, section B as a preferred system, incorporates a polyester/nylon mesh (42), having alternate sections of a tight mesh (43) and a loose mesh, and is placed over the AAC panels in the direction of the ridge down to the eaves. Next, an elastomeric composition (41) is applied to the mesh, and, as a result of the porosity of the loose mesh, the elastomeric composition goes through the loose mesh and adheres to the AAC panels. However, the elastomeric material will not go through the tight mesh (43) such that an air channel (47) is created between the tight mesh (43) and the AAC panels (37). Further, another coat of the elastomeric material (41) may be applied for extra wear resistance. The respective air channels (47) allow moisture in the AAC panels to escape, i.e. breathe. Additionally, the air channels (47) also function as air is drawn up through the channels from the eaves end of roof to the top ridge vent (48) by use of naturally occurring temperature and wind where it may be vented (48) to the atmosphere.

[0136] The integrated gutter system of this invention uses industry standard AAC roof panels with a modification in steel reinforcing. Since gutters (FIG. 4A and 4B, 44), may be routed out of the roof panel (40), the top rows of embedded reinforcing rods (FIG. 4B, 52) extend short of the edge similar to bond beam panels (FIG. 5B). There is no need for all the structural reinforcing at the gutter location as AAC is strong enough by itself An angled routed groove (44) may be added to the AAC panels to transmit moisture out of the roof assembly and act as an integrated gutter system to gutter box (46) hereof. No prior art of cementitious materials with integrated gutter systems employ a gravity driven water removal method. All prior art rely on inferior water pressure method as subsequent water forces previous water toward down spout box and off the roof. The prior art's use of water pressure has negative results of residual moisture remaining in trough which eventually causes water damage due to debris build up and/or freezing. Invention's down spout box (FIG. 4D, 46) disperses moisture out and away from habitat by curved wall and wide slot at base. The interior ridges and various platform heights of curved wall near slot break up the mass of water into smaller droplets so as it is propelled out of box large volumes of water do not overburden any one area too much.

[0137] Finally, the facia water deflection system (45) is one and the same material as the roofing and is one continuous piece of roofing material, specifically shaped to have reversing angles with a series of sharp angles so it is impossible for water coming off the roof to run down its face, but rather gravity pulls water off its face at several different places, which not only deflects water away from house but also breaks water down into smaller droplets so it does not damage landscaping beneath. Therefore, facia design is not just a cosmetic architectural feature, it is an unique functioning aspect of the roof's waterproofing and moisture removal system much different than existing plumb facia boards and moulding which recess with angles but not reversing angles. An integral functioning process advantage of the finished ends of the roof panels lies in its water deflection which is multifaceted. The reversed angle routed end makes it impossible for excess moisture from the roof to run down face of the panel end/roof facia. This overcomes two failures of the prior art, namely: 1) moisture carrying naturally occurring debris running down vertical facia causes unsightly streaks; and 2) moisture running down facia is easily blown back toward habitat By means of the instant invention, the need for additional labor and material of drip edge is avoided, while adding unique architectural enhancement to the habitat.

[0138] Therefore, the present invention's roof panel design and process of moisture removal system is comprised of a single cementitious material identical to the roof and is actually roof material itself and thus an indivisible component of roof consisting of two distinct components: 1) a downwardly angled trough (44) which feeds moisture to a down spout or the down spout box of this invention (FIG. 4D, 46); and, 2) a facia (45) with square edges and upward, reverse angle pitches having a multi faced formed edge of cementitious roof. This roof system is then coated with either of the two water proofing materials hereof (40 or 41). Both moisture removal attributes are part of the present invention's roofing system and work in conjunction with each other as one moisture removal system.

[0139] Doors are possible with AAC (FIG. 10), so that even four hour rated fire wall (4) may be possible with an operating door (100) which is composed of AAC. The door face can have all types of architectural or decorative effects as a standard wood door. The wall is composed of standard wall blocks (200 A, B) but uses casing blocks (203) having custom fire thwarting design and latch system (101). The door can be held in place by special heat resistant piano type hinge (103) or the internal hinge (104) hereof, which has special sliding hinge pin so all mechanical parts are protected within fire proof AAC.

[0140] Now that the individual embodiments of materials and structure of habitat are understood, what needs to be explained is the preferred fasteners and tools of this inventive system. The auger “R” screw (FIGS. 7-7C) is a preferred method of securing, not just to fasten, but to actually bond AAC together. The “R” screw acts as an auger screw and gets its name from the fact it provides more structural advantages than standard rebar but does so with the ease of a screw, especially as screw engages any steel reinforcing in the panels and elsewhere. As noted above, a fastener (70) can be used to secure a roof beam (30) and/or panel (40) to the crown block (207).

[0141] One difficulty is that prior art fasteners, such as the Helifix, can work free over time without mortar holding pieces fast, consequently if mortar in joints ever failed then system is in jeopardy. Also, the Helifix is inadequate in size to secure large, heavy pieces of cementitious material, and due to need for cement to assist bonding, simply increasing size does not solve its design inadequacies. To improve the fastening capabilities of AAC materials, such as the roof beam to the crown block, a new and unique fastener had to be developed.

[0142] Though different, U.S. Pat. No. 5, 143,498, to Wiftman, and granted Sep. 1, 1992, teaches a rubber roofing material fastening device that includes an optional liquid sealer to facilitate the process of affixing roof items to the upper surface of a roof The fastening device has a longitudinally extending centrally located chamber which is coaxially aligned with the longitudinal central axis of the fastening device. The chamber has a plurality of laterally disposed openings which extend from the chamber to the outer surface of the fastening device. The chamber is adapted to receive a liquid sealant at an opening in the upper surface and disperse same through such lateral openings. The exterior surface of the screw shaft is formed with screw threads having a dual set of helically wound threaded members. The external, most radially outer portions of the threads are grooved with serrated teeth to enhance the holding power of the fastening device.

[0143] The “R screw fastener member (FIGS. 7-7C, 70) of this invention is comprised of a solid core (7 1), preferably “hour glass” in shape, within an annular wall (72) to define three elongated cavities, one passing through the center to each side, and two opposite each other on outer sides separated by the center cavity. The three elongated cavities create two functioning processes with the two cavities opposite each other performing the same process, namely, the center cavity is a mortar chamber (73) and the side cavities are dust chambers (74). Along the annular wall there are provided plural openings (75) in communication with the mortar chambers. Additionally, there are provided plural openings on the annular wall and in pointed end (78) in communication with the dust chambers with at least one cut-out window having a scraper blade (76), which is a portion of the cut-out of the wall extending tangentially from the annular wall (72). In operation, the dust chambers (74) captures AAC dust created by scraper (76), as well as through opening in pointed end (78). The scrapers (76) serve two functions: 1) to enlarge hole area around shaft (72) so that an air space is created between the AAC and shaft (72), which space will be filled with mortar flowing out of mortar chamber (73); and, 2) remove from the enlarged hole all lose AAC dust so that mortar flowing out of mortar chamber (73) has a good surface for bonding. The head portion (77) removably receiving a square head power screw driver as an air ratchet, which square opening is an opening through to the mortar chamber and through which mortar is poured into cavity after driver bit has placed “R” screw.

[0144] Additionally, at head (77) is the termination of helical thread arrangement (79) at an open slot (77A) so that the entire screw can be counter sunk into AAC. Finally, exterior of the shank (72), from the head portion (77) to the opening, is pointed at one end (78), and includes said large angled helical screw arrangement (79) with wide threads. It will be seen that this is in sharp contrast to the very shallow angle and narrowness of the helical threads of a conventional screw. The design of thread of this invention is unique to its application for maximum hold with least negative torque influence thereon, and damage to the AAC. The result of the invention is a screw which has all the advantages, and more, of rebar but can be installed in one easy step directly through numerous pieces of AAC and secures in place each piece of AAC, regardless of where AAC is located, i.e., slope, angle, etc. which before this invention was not possible.

[0145] Alternative fastening inventions are the hollow bar (FIG. 7AA) and flange bar (FIG. 7AAA). The hollow bar has a dust chamber (74) within annular wall (72) with advantage of provided plural cut-out windows having a scraper blades (76), which is a portion of the cut-out of the wall extending tangentially from the annular wall (72). In operation, the dust chambers (74) captures AAC dust created by scraper (76), as well as through opening in pointed end (78). The scrapers (76) serve two functions: 1) to enlarge hole area around shaft (72) so that an air space is created between the AAC and shaft (72), which space will be filled with mortar being poured into gap around exterior of shaft at entrance to whole; and, 2) remove from the enlarged hole all lose AAC dust so that mortar has a good surface for bonding. The design of thread of this invention is unique to its application for maximum hold with least negative torque influence thereon, and damage to the AAC and the gaps (705) in thread are for purpose of allowing mortar poured into opening created by flanges to flow continuously down between screw wall and AAC and around threads sections. The result of the invention is a screw which has all the advantages, and more, of “R” screw, but can be manufactured for less cost and be custom cut at site to variable lengths as thread gap (705) and opening pattern repeats itself.

[0146] The crimping tool for cutting and forming hollow bar has multiple blades which form functions of: 1) crimping tube which helps hollow bar enter AAC and grind it, 2) cut it, and 3) form teeth out of cut end for two functions: 3A) on end entering AAC, teeth cut and grind up AAC (706) and feed AAC dust up into dust chamber (74), and, 3B) end used for driving hollow bar into AAC works as would a normal head on a screw would, as it designed to receive a drill bit and teeth have gaps which can receive a Phillips head screw driver bit and allow hollow bar to be counter sunk.

[0147] The flange bar is similar to industry rebar except invention is modified by unique flanges (701) which are positioned and angled (705) to act like screw threads and design of being wider (704) and thicker (703) at bar and then narrowing with receding leading edge (704) and getting thinner towards end (703) provides service of keeping bar centered in hole by resistance of flanges against wall as it is inserted and as flanges bite into walls they bind cementitious pieces together and prevent shifting and/or movement while mortar is added around bar it sets up. It has advantages of inexpensive to manufacture and length being custom cut from long bar on site, but has disadvantage of it requiring pre drilling a hole.

[0148] Another fastening device, the nail “N” screw (80), shown in partial views in FIGS. 8-8D, has particular utility in securing smaller items to a cementitious material, such as AAC. It can be comprised of a strong, hard plastic instead of steel. It is unique by its ability to be driven into the AAC with a hammer, while further having the ability to be withdrawn by means of a rotational hand tool, i.e., hand or powered screw driver (FIG. 8C). This device overcomes problems of prior art in that it will not easily work free over time and yet is removable using the correct tool without damage the item to be secured and/or AAC. The fastener member (80) hereof is comprised of a triangular threaded (82) elongated shank (82), with very low number of revolutions around shank and is pointed at one end (85). The pointed end has openings (83) which aid the “N” screw to grip AAC by gathering and compacting AAC dust which presses against AAC wall. The “N” screw is topped at the opposite end by a head portion, where the head portion includes prongs (84) for piercing AAC to provide additional holding of the “N” screw in place. On the top side of head is a slot (81) for removably receiving a screw driver head, as known in the art, to remove the “N” screw from location. The design allows for unique multiple applications in same location which no other fastener with such simple construction provides in AAC. Additionally, the elongated shank can be hollow (85) and a standard finish nail (86) be driven through which explodes the tip (87) and further anchors hammer nail. To remove the hammer nail, one first applies a needle nose pliers to remove the finish set nail (86) and then a screw driver and the screw's threads supply enough torque for AAC wall to force exploded tip to re-close and remove “N” screw from the AAC.

[0149] Turning now to tools,(FIGS. IIA-11E), a table version (FIG. IIA) is of a block and panel architectural fabricator. The table has router bits (110, 111, 112) with the potential for variable positions, and ability for different bits (110, 112) on each router cutting simultaneously so each side of block, panel and/or beam has desired architectural features, including utility chase (111) as an example in FIG. 11C, reference numerals 1, 4, 3, 6 and beams 30, 31, 32. FIG. 1ID is a partial view of a hand held version cutting a casing block 3. The most unique aspect of the tools hereof is the ability through combined use of the tools and template system of FIG. 16 to fabricate finished openings for windows and doors in a solid AAC wall.

[0150] A tool used for cutting utility chases into erected walls is illustrated in FIG. 12, which is a partial top view of a hand held utility chase cutter with the bit (120) which simultaneously cuts notch for sheetrock (9) and chase (2). It uses the template guide system hereof (FIG. 16) as does most of the hand held cutting tools. FIG. (12) shows utility chase (2) with sheetrock (53) installed using “N” screws (80), covering water supply (123) and waste pipes (124). The utility chase cutter can be used for vertical as well as horizontal runs. Since the bit protrudes beyond the face of the interior wall, it is able to cut down behind the base block and up behind the crown block. Then a standard drill can cut holes for utilities through floor panel. The chase is covered using a single cut to size a piece of sheetrock.

[0151] FIGS. 13 A-C are directed to cutting tools to implement the processes of plunging 160 and guide templates 161, Circular saw blade (130) may be used for cutting out chases (2) with less difficulty and dust created by routing large amounts of AAC. Dual bits (13 1), which may cut notches (9) for sheetrock, can work off the same drive (FIG. 13B, 132) showing a circular saw blade (130). The circular saw blade is simply fit into chase cutting tool, (FIG. 13C) and engages drive wheel (132). The blade harness (133) holds it in desired position. All tools have special dust collecting systems.

[0152] There is very limited waste product of AAC according to the preferred practice of this invention, but what waste there is can be easily taken care of by an AAC crusher (140), whereby crushers (140) will transform all scrap pieces of the AAC (142) into a sand like form (143), which is simply sewn into soil (144) like sand. This unique process tool crushes waste cementitious pieces into dust, so they do not have to be taken to landfills, which means habitats manufactured by the instant invention can be constructed with little or no waste AAC from the site having to go to a landfill, thereby lessening construction costs and providing an environmentally friendly practice.

[0153] As blocks of AAC are set in place, excess mortar can be forced out beyond the wall face. To solve this problem FIG. 15 shows a partial perspective of present invention joint finisher (150) The joint finisher has a unique roller (152) which serves several useful function namely, keeps blade (151) at optimal angle for removing excess AAC mortar from block face at joints and roller smoothes out any residual trace amounts of mortar, and the spring pressured cleaning blade (153) removes AAC which may accumulate on the roller; so that now one movement replaces prior art's several tools and motions.

[0154] FIG. 16 A & B are partial perspectives of the improved processes for making openings in AAC, from simple utility openings to openings for doors, windows and staircases. The template guide system is comprised of several components: support arms (160) which plunge, a standard size guide plate (161) which mandates a strategically located template guide (162) to set a standard sized distance from desired cutting as they interlock to provide straight and dimensionally exact openings. A variation is template guide (163) which is used for routing instead of cutting openings. An example of the application is a finished window opening located on wall. The present invention allows for finished completely openings, including architectural routings while prior art's only offered crude method for rough openings

[0155] Invention's process if for window opening to be measured and located onto wall, then template guide (162) can be located 2″ wider around desired finished opening and fastened, preferably using “N” screws (80). The guide plate (161) interlocks with template guide (162, 163) and the tool is simply plunged straight via support arms (160) into AAC. FIG. 16 shows two tools, a roto zip type device (FIG. 16A) and reciprocating saw (FIG. 16B), while other tools are possible. All tools require original bits/blades (165), etc. which are longer and stronger than prior art as presently no one manufactures blades and bits which are long enough to plunge, nor strong enough not to bend or warp in use so that dimensionally accurate openings are created.

[0156] The hand held finishing tool shown (Figure 11D) and may be used with the same template guides (162, 163) so that an architecturally finished opening results where there was once just a wall. The window is simply slipped in and caulked and/or finish nailed. No additional wood trim or casing is required. The outlet and switch openings, beam notches, etc. require a different type of template guide (163) which uses prongs (164). The guiding arms are kept perpendicular by level bubble on support arm (160). In difficult positions, such as a comer notch, an angled template guide (166) is used and, as the roto zip type tool goes around a guide, a chunk of AAC is removed which allows the beam to seat into wall and be finished with mortar and “R” screw.

[0157] For easing electrician's job of installing electrical wire (FIG. 17A) into utility channel , the wire inserting tool (170) has a long, specifically angled bar (170) with ability to slip into utility channel (202) and wheel (175) enables installer to simply walk along while the wire feeding wheel (171) by design aligns and lifts wire onto roof of channel where staple fastener (172) shoots a unique staple (174) which does not easily pull out around wire and into AAC.

[0158] Invention's internal air duct system (FIG. 18, 180) can be housed in top beam and inside structural beam system. A PVC type pipe can be manufactured within cementitious material (AAC) and therefore benefits AAC by reducing its weight and simultaneously reinforcing it, and AAC benefits air duct by insulating it, hiding duct system and enabling easy access for vents (181). The vents (181) can have various sizes for openings as engineered for facilitating desired air flow. Where top beams and support beams intersect each other (FIG. 18B, 182), cuts are made appropriately and directional inserts (183 A, B, C,) employed so that result is a continuous air flow system (FIG. 18C) regulated by vent opening size and proximity to air return vents. System can be located a centralized location and initial service ducts run through a chase shared by other main utilities and then hooked up to internal duct system.

[0159] It is recognized that changes, variations and modifications may be made to the method of this invention, and to the securing device, particularly by those skilled in the art, without departing from the spirit and scope thereof Accordingly, no limitation is intended to be imposed thereon except as set forth in the accompanying claims.

Claims

1. In a method of constructing multi-sided, habitable dwellings principally from pre-cut sections of a cementitious material for building up from a foundation, said method comprising the following steps to form a wall:

a.) selecting a discontinuous first course of blocks for cementing on said foundation, where said first course blocks include at least a longitudinal slot, with said slots of adjacent blocks aligned;

b.) said first course is having vertically oriented blocks of predetermined size with length of “X” so that top of said block closely equals height of door opening so that a horizontal plane is formed along top of wall section; and

c.) adding horizontally aligned beams on top of said primary course, where a planar top surface is provided, and

d.) where openings in said wall are located a on at least a 1′ center course and a predetermined structural component which is architecturally finished on three sides borders said opening.

2. The method according to claim 1, wherein said aligned longitudinal slots are aligned to define an internal continuous slot for receiving utilities including the further step of concealing the longitudinal slot by covering with subsequent course of block.

3. The method according to claim 1, including the step of inserting an arcuate configured insert into a receptive longitudinal slot at any angled junction whereby to facilitate feeding of said utility wiring through said receptive slots.

4. The method according to claim 2, including the step of providing openings in communication with said continuous slot to house utility electrical wiring outlets for access to said first living level.

5. The method according to claim 1, wherein plural curved cementitious blocks are utilized in said construction, and said curved blocks are fabricated into predetermined curve shape prior to cementitious material being in final cured state.

6. The method according to claim 1, including the step of using manufacturing blocks with plural internal voids which when stacked vertically align to continuously communicate from the base through the upper most block so that the desired temperature communicated in voids is able to effect block's material and offset negative effects of exterior temperature.

7. The method according to claim 1, wherein said final course of cementitious beams has an enclosed longitudinal void which can house air duct system so that when said beams are joined a resultant continuous duct system is developed, and openings are made through said beam material into said air duct system as required for living space.

8. The method according to claim 1, when completed said wall is to support a roof system, wherein an uppermost course of blocks includes a top angled planar surface to define a roof pitch for securing a roof system thereto so that there is no gap between angled roof system and top of said uppermost course of blocks and the interior face may be architecturally modified for finished appearance.

9. The method according to claim 1, including the step of overlaying and spanning said final course of beams with predetermined floor panels which have a slot manufactured into said panel, with said slots of adjacent panels aligned, whereby placing rebar and mortar into slot in effect slot becomes a bond/ring beam which is integrated into said floor panel, and

a.) at least an upper level of embedded steel reinforcing stops shorter of panel end which rests on said wall than any other embedded reinforcing so that slot can be manufactured without interference from said embedded reinforcing,

c.) said panel end being allowed to be flush with exterior wall face and still meet construction requirement of bond/ring beam.

10. The method according to claim 8, including adding a stair system to join said multiple living levels, where said stair system is comprised of steps of predetermined cementitious material which require no fasteners nor mortar, and

a.) which said steps have a slot manufactured into at least one end, which slot corresponds to desired angle of stair's run, with said slots of adjacent steps aligned, and

b.) wall also has a corresponding said slot so that when a guide mechanism which length runs from near lower living level to short of upper floor level is inserted into wall slot, and

c.) as individual steps are placed into gap between upper end of said guide and upper living level and said slot on step is positioned onto said guide mechanism, the step is then lowered to rest on floor and as process progresses the previous step until a stair system connecting levels results.

11. The method according to claim 9, including the steps of securing a prefabricated, predetermined elongated shapes similarly shaped to a beam of cementitious product which may be reinforced with steel and which can contain a continuous internal void extending from end to end and is open at each end, said beam to secured to said angled planar surface of cementitious material by notching at least one part of either said beam and planar surface so that scarfed joint engage and said beam and planar surface are permanently fastened using only mortar and a metal helical device.

12. The method according to claim 11, wherein said beam system includes plural said beam members which connect to each other so that a structural support system results from following steps:

a.) said beams have corresponding notched ends which match for close to flush fit, and

b.) said beams have a longitudinal cavity into which reinforcing and cement can be inserted, and

c.) said longitudinal cavity aligns with other beam's said cavity so that reinforcing and cement inserted flows through individual beams and thereby make one monolithic system.

13. The method according to claim 12, wherein said beam system is comprised of

a.) have ends to flush fit, and

b.) a predetermined structural material, and

c.) a permanently attached parallel section of a softer cementitious material for receiving fasteners.

14. The method according to claim 13, including the further step of applying plural panels to said beam system, said method comprising the steps of:

a.) using fasteners which requires no pre-drilling yet to allow adhesive to be inserted into cavity formed by said fastening device, and

b.) said plural panels which are installed at an angle are held in desired position by fastening device while adhesive sets.

15. The method according to claim 14, including the further step of applying cementitious roof panels comprised of exposed vertical face having a chamfer with at least one sharply reversing and upward angled groove which aligns with other said panels running parallel to the length of said roof face, said cementitious roof panels having reinforcing design modified so that at least one section of reinforcing stops shorter of panel end and/or side than other sections, which resultant area void of reinforcing allows panel to be modified by cutting a trough without interference.

16. The method according to claim 14, including the further step of top surface face of said roof panels containing an engraved trough running at a downward angle and with said trough of adjacent said roof panels aligned so that moisture flows by force of gravity through said trough.

17. The method according to claim 15, including the further step of overlaying said roof panels with a polyester/nylon mesh fabric featuring alternating sections of a tight mesh and a loose mesh.

18. The method according to claim 16, including the step of applying an elastomeric material to said mesh fabric, where said elastomeric material penetrates only said loose sections to bond to said roof panels, such that an air cavity is created between said tight mesh and said roof panels, which predetermined said air channel is of sufficiency for vapor permeability of roof panel and runs unobstructed from lower starting position to near upper roof ridge where it exhausts.

19. The method according to claim 15, including the step of applying a roofing material on habitable dwelling which is: waterproof, climate durable, chemical resistant, vapor permeable, high modulus of elasticity, durable, tintable for various colors, bonds well to cementitious material and can be continuously re-coated so material never requires removal.

20. A dual operational fastening device for securing together cementitious materials, said fastening device comprising:

a.) shank member having an annular wall, a core with opening at first end for receiving material into which said fastening device is inserted, and between said first core and an adjacent wall portion a second core extending to an opening in second end into which an adhesive can be inserted, plural annular cut-out portions extending tangentially from said annular wall connecting to first said core, and plural longitudinal recesses in said annular wall connecting to said second core, and a helical thread arrangement about said annular wall; and,

b.) a broadened head member at first end of said shank member, where said head member includes means for removably securing a rotating hand tool and a void where thread becomes head and end of head does not connect to thread, said opening enabling fastener to counter sink.

21. A fastening device according to claim 19, wherein there are plural sections of angled tangentical helical thread sections protruding from a shank, to form said helical thread arrangement, so that said thread sections assist the shank staying centered in hole and on course during insertion so that adhesive can flow around said thread sections and fill cavity between said shank and wall of material.

22. The fastening device according to claim 21, wherein said helical thread sections comprise:

a.) thread sections wider at shank and narrowing toward outer end, and simultaneously thread sections are thicker at said shank and thinning toward the outer end, and,

b.) said sections are thinner at front leading edge and thicker at second following edge and front leading edge from said shank is shorter than back following edge.

23. A fastening device wherein fastening device is comprised of:

a.) voluted solid or hollow shank extending into plural helical threads with very low number of revolutions around shank as it runs distance of shank from pointed first end head to broad second end, and

b.) first end with point which can be exploded from within by an item inserted into hollow shank from second broad end, and

c) said threads near first pointed end having openings in said thread so that material is caught in it and assists device's grip in material, and

d.) said second end having a broad head which can be hammered as means for removably securing said fastening device and said head also containing a slot for receiving the bit of a conventional screw driver for removing said fastening device, and

e.) said head on base houses prongs which crush cementitious material performing a countersink effect for said head while being inserted.

24. The method according to claim 2, including the step of manufacturing curved blocks by a rounded mold inserted into current art pan, which rounded mold has predetermined arch and size compatible with desired product and cooperates with prior art pan mold through current industry manufacturing process.

25. The method according to claim 2, including the step of manufacturing curved blocks while cementitious material is in “green stage” (still soft) a computer controlled mechanism with cutting wires directs said wires through said “green” cementitious material in a pattern which equates highest yield and least waste, which results in curved cementitious blocks prepared for curing.

26. The method according to claim 7 of manufacturing elongated voids in a material by inserting a conical shaped implement in such a manner that smaller end is imbedded in material and larger end is at exterior of material so that implement can be easily removed with minimal resistance, and

a.) two said conical pieces can be connected at smaller ends by having threaded male and female ends, and

b.) said conical insert can have an extending helical design so that when removed ridged indentations are in cementitious material to assist bonding when said elongated void is to be filled.

27. Method according to claim 20 which joins and simultaneously reinforces two pieces of materials in one step by adding liquid form of said material to said elongated cavity so when said liquid flows out of said openings in annular wall and bonds to material and sets it makes one monolithic, structurally reinforced piece from plural pieces of materials.

28. Method according to claim 1 by which a fire rated wall can have a door built of same cementitious material as wall.

29. Method according to claim 1 by which invented machines modify plumb surfaces of cementitious material by creating openings and architectural finishes using a template and guide system able to be employed on permanently positioned vertical pieces.

30. Method according to claim 1 using a cutting system on a vertical surface to create openings and architectural finishes by steps of

a) a male type rail system comprised of a bar attached to the surface which is to be modified set a predetermined distance from area to be modified,

c) which said predetermined distance of said rail corresponds to predetermined distance of a female, receptive type brace on tool, so

d) when said receptive brace is guided along said rail an accurate work is completed.

31. Process according to claim 30 using predetermined blade designed to cut varying depths, with duplicity of depths on each end part allowing for a primary cut ledge edge to each side of deeper cut to be manufactured, said matching ledges which will receive a panel of industry thickness which spans and covers deeper void housing items desired to be hidden within material and allows it to be fastened with surface of said panel and receiving material flush and so require no other furring.

32. Process according to claim 30 of a hand held machine capable of modifying three surfaces simultaneously so that openings can have two opposite faces and common joining face architecturally finished in one step.

33. Process according to claim 21 wherein a hand held tool is able to cut an elongated shaft of material out of a block using a single blade, by

a) blade being formed in a circular ring with at least one planar side having teeth, and

b) tool having driving and stabilizing mechanisms which allow blade to be rotated and as rotated cut out solid piece of material in which blade is imbedded and encompasses.

34. Process according to claim 1 wherein a machine crushes and pulverizes waste cementitious material into a preferred size and said machine receives neutralizers and other desired ingredients so end product is no longer a waste product but now used as a nutritional enhancing soil conditioner.

35. Process according to claim 1 wherein a device in one motion is able to remove excess material from face of a surface and smooth out any residual material so that no other finish work is required, device having,

a.) front leading blade at such an angle as to maximize ability to remove excess material and not gouge surface,

b.) handle at such an angle so that balances said blade and roller,

c.) roller being such that while it smoothes out residual material it also serves as wheels which movement facilitates process, and

d.) an end following device which cleans off any residual material which may accumulate on said roller.

36. Process according to claim 30 wherein precision guidance is realized by a device which acts as a template for cutting utensil by said guidance device being formed in predetermined shape equal to formula: desired cut plus cutting mechanism equals size, device being

a.) a single unit with design emulating desired cut in open or closed frame type,

b.) device itself having protrusions which penetrate into material being cut so that no other fastening mechanism is required,

c.) guidance device has structural ability to withstand being driven into material.

37. Process according to claim 1 wherein a cutting tool has a blade which is able to enter a material and cut it in desired direction without any surface preparation, cutting device employing the use of guidance plunge bars and coordinated with said guidance system of claim 30, blade having,

a) an elongate member of suitable saw blade material having a width, length, thickness, a first leading edge, a second trailing edge, a first end and a second end; said first end being provided with means to connect to a reciprocating mechanism; said first leading edge having saw teeth extending from second end to a first position adjacent the means to connect to a reciprocating mechanism,

b) wherein said teeth are of uniform size from first end until beginning of arc on leading edge near second point, where teeth are of closer proximity along arc of first leading edge, which arc terminates at middlest point of blade width, which point is convergence of leading edge and second end and trailing edge; and from second end trailing edge arcs away towards first end with teeth of closer proximity but teeth are positioned to be of neutral cutting angle having points perpendicular to direction of blade length until arc ceases into straight line of trailing edge which continues to first end; so that blade resembles a sword with teeth along leading edge and teeth only on first section of second point on following edge of point.

38. Process according to claim 1 wherein a device inserts and fastens wiring into a slot which has a narrow opening near floor level and then rises up into a material so that slot is hidden from view whereby tool has,

a.) long handle with shorter curved piece turned upward

b.) at end of said upward curve a mechanism for holding wire and simultaneously feeding it to desired location,

c.) fastening device for securing wire able to be directed from long end of said handle.

39. Process according to claim 1 wherein an air duct system is manufactured within a structural component of building and which component when placed in position connects to other such components so that result is a continuous interconnected duct system, and openings for serving rooms are made by penetrating said structural component and duct system, result being said system's air supply is sufficient to service the building.

40. Process according to claim 1 wherein said walls are completely constructed for a structure having a plurality of living levels and only after walls are constructed are the floor and roof systems installed by resting said floor system on a reinforced ledge which is a structural component of wall system having an architecturally finished face protruding from said wall and

a.) the gap between said floor system and said wall is converted into a bond beam by rebar and cementitious material being placed into said gap and

c.) said gap is also converted to a utility chase by area not used as bond beam having utilities placed therein and then finished floor hiding utilities from view.

41. Process according to claim 40 wherein said walls are completely constructed for a structure having a plurality of living levels and only after walls are constructed are the floor and roof systems installed by resting said floor system on a reinforced ledge which is a steel plate inserted into wall system and creates said ledge by protruding from said wall and

a) said steel plate is welded at joints to form a continuous reinforcing and thereby becomes a structural bond beam as well as supporting ledge.