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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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12-07-2018 дата публикации

Сезонное охлаждающее устройство для стабилизации оснований

Номер: RU0000181403U1

Полезная модель относится к области строительства на многолетнемерзлых и слабых грунтах, касается выполнения систем замораживания и термостабилизации и может быть использована при сооружении грунтовых оснований, площадок и различных насыпей. Сезонное охлаждающее устройство для стабилизации оснований сооружений на мерзлых грунтах состоит из конденсатора и размещенных в отсыпке грунта основания произвольном числе испарителей, связанных с конденсатором трубопроводами подачи и отвода теплоносителя. Подземные участки трубопроводов подачи и отвода теплоносителя дополнительно выполнены наклонными, при этом наклонный участок трубопровода подачи теплоносителя в испарители расположен ниже уровня испарителей, а уровень трубопровода отвода теплоносителя выше уровня испарителей. Уровень трубопроводов отвода теплоносителя из испарителей установлен в конденсаторе выше возможного наивысшего уровня жидкого теплоносителя. Технический результат заключается в повышении промораживающей способности устройства, увеличивающей несущую способность основания. 3 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 181 403 U1 (51) МПК E02D 3/115 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E02D 3/115 (2018.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2017145183, 21.12.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 12.07.2018 (45) Опубликовано: 12.07.2018 Бюл. № 20 116871 U1, 10.06.2012. RU 2416002 C1, 10.04.2011. SU 676847 A1, 30.07.1979. US 4961463,09.10.1990. (54) Сезонное охлаждающее устройство для стабилизации оснований (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к области отвода теплоносителя дополнительно выполнены строительства на многолетнемерзлых и слабых наклонными, при этом наклонный участок грунтах, касается выполнения систем трубопровода подачи теплоносителя в испарители замораживания и термостабилизации и может расположен ниже уровня испарителей, а уровень быть использована при сооружении грунтовых трубопровода отвода ...

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13-09-2012 дата публикации

Drainage system for use in basements and a method for its installation and use

Номер: US20120227826A1
Принадлежит: Individual

A basement drainage system and method for its use comprising a combination of floor drains and poly drains, wherein each can transport water to one or more sump basins to be pumped out of a basement and away from a building. This basement drainage system can effectively remove ground water located below a basement floor as well as water that collect on the surface of the basement floor.

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04-04-2013 дата публикации

SEALING MATERIAL, PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SEALING MATERIALS, AND INJECTING METHOD

Номер: US20130084137A1
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The primary object of the invention is to provide a sealing material and an injection method that make sure good effects on stopping water and good durability. 1. A sealing material , characterized by being a mixture of wet dispersed Material A and wet pulverized and dispersed Material B , said Material A containing fine-particle silica having an average particle diameter of 1.0 mm or less as measured using a laser diffraction type particle size distribution analyzer without subjecting said fine-particle silica to ultrasonic dispersion , a dispersant and water , and said Material B containing a calcium compound having an average particle diameter of 1.0 mm or less as measured using a laser diffraction type particle size distribution analyzer without subjecting said calcium compound to ultrasonic dispersion , a dispersant and water , wherein said fine-particle silica has been produced by a process in which a slurry having metallic silicon powders dispersed in water is jetted in a flame for burning and oxidization.2. A sealing material as recited in claim 1 , wherein said Material A is a mixture of a dispersant with a wet dispersed suspension containing fine-particle silica having an average particle diameter of 1.0 mm or less as measured using a laser diffraction type particle size distribution analyzer without subjecting said fine-particle silica to ultrasonic dispersion claim 1 , and water.3. A sealing material as recited in claim 1 , wherein said Material A is a mixture of a dispersant and water with a wet dispersed suspension containing fine-particle silica having an average particle diameter of 1.0 mm or less as measured using a laser diffraction type particle size distribution analyzer without subjecting said fine-particle silica to ultrasonic dispersion and water.4. A sealing material as recited in claim 1 , wherein said fine-particle silica is fine-particle spherical silica having an average sphericity of 95% or more.5. A sealing material as recited in claim ...

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18-04-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING AND PROCESSING PERMAFROST GASES, AND FOR COOLING PERMAFROST

Номер: US20130094909A1
Автор: McAlister Roy Edward
Принадлежит: McAlister Technologies, LLC

Systems and methods for collecting and processing permafrost gases and for cooling permafrost are disclosed herein. A method in accordance with a particular embodiment for processing gas in a permafrost region includes obtaining a gas from a sacrificial area of a thawing permafrost region, dissociating the gas in a non-combustive chemical process, and circulating a constituent of the gas through a savable area of the thawing permafrost region to cool the savable area. In particular embodiments, this process can be used to cool selected areas of permafrost and/or create clean-burning fuels and/or other products from permafrost gases. 1. A system for cooling permafrost , comprising:a first conduit coupled to a source of sub-surface donor gas at a first permafrost region;a chemical reactor coupled to the first conduit to receive the donor gas and conduct a non-combustion reaction that dissociates the donor gas into first and second constituents;a second conduit coupled to the reactor to receive the dissociated first constituent;a first heat exchanger coupled to the second conduit to receive the dissociated first constituent, at least a portion of the first heat exchanger being exposed to ambient air to cool the first constituent; anda sub-surface second heat exchanger coupled to the second conduit to receive the cooled first constituent from the first heat exchanger, the second heat exchanger being positioned to transfer heat from a second permafrost region to the cooled first constituent.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a pump coupled to the second conduit to circulate the first constituent.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the second heat exchanger extends into the second permafrost region via vertical holes bored into permafrost at the second permafrost region.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the first heat exchanger is at least one of a solar concentrator and a radiator.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a temperature sensor disposed to ...

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20-06-2013 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COLLECTING AND PROCESSING PERMAFROST GASES, AND FOR COOLING PERMAFROST

Номер: US20130156504A1
Автор: McAlister Roy Edward
Принадлежит: McAlister Technologies, LLC

Systems and methods for collecting and processing permafrost gases and for cooling permafrost are disclosed herein. A method in accordance with a particular embodiment for processing gas in a permafrost region includes obtaining a gas from a sacrificial area of a thawing permafrost region, dissociating the gas in a non-combustive chemical process, and circulating a constituent of the gas through a savable area of the thawing permafrost region to cool the savable area. In particular embodiments, this process can be used to cool selected areas of permafrost and/or create clean-burning fuels and/or other products from permafrost gases. 1. A system for cooling permafrost , comprising:a chemical reactor coupled to a source of gas located at a first permafrost region to conduct a non-combustion reaction that dissociates the gas into first and second constituents;a first conduit portion coupled to the chemical reactor to convey the first constituent in a gas phase to an intermediate location, the intermediate location having a higher elevation than an elevation of the chemical reactor;a phase change device located at the intermediate location to change the phase of the first constituent from the gas phase to a liquid phase;a second conduit coupled to the phase change device to convey the first constituent in the liquid phase to a second permafrost region; anda heat exchanger coupled to the second conduit to receive the first constituent in the liquid phase, the heat exchanger being positioned to transfer heat from the second permafrost region to the first constituent, the heat exchanger having a lower elevation than the elevation of the intermediate location.2. The system of wherein the phase change device includes a heat exchanger.3. The system of wherein the phase change device includes a condenser.4. The system of wherein the phase change device includes a compressor.5. The system of wherein the constituent is a first constituent claim 1 , and wherein the system further ...

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24-10-2013 дата публикации

ZONE FREEZE PIPE

Номер: US20130277017A1
Принадлежит:

An apparatus sometime referred to as a freeze pipe and methods of using these apparatus in ground freezing applications is provided. Ground freezing is a temporary ground support technique that is used extensively for groundwater control and ground stabilization in underground construction and deep excavations. The process involves circulating refrigerated liquids through a series of vertically disposed “freeze” pipes to freeze the ground creating a solid barrier that prevents water intrusion and provides structural support for excavation. The freeze pipes are directed to “zone freeze” pipes or the like, which cause the ground to freeze in selected segments along the pipe, also referred to as zones. 1. A freeze pipe , comprising:an upper section having a first heat transfer coefficient; anda lower section coupled to the upper section, wherein the lower section has a second heat transfer coefficient that is lower than the first heat transfer coefficient of the upper section.2. The freeze pipe of claim 1 , wherein the upper section includesan outer casing section;a supply line extending through the outer casing section and disposed in fluid communication with the lower section; anda return line extending through the outer casing section and disposed in fluid communication with the lower section.3. The freeze pipe of claim 2 , wherein an insulating air gap is between the supply line claim 2 , the return line claim 2 , and the outer casing section.4. The freeze pipe of claim 2 , wherein the lower section defines a lower cavity claim 2 , the lower cavity disposed in fluid communication with the supply line and the return line.5. The freeze pipe of claim 4 , wherein the supply line is adapted to receive chilled fluid and transfer the chilled fluid to the lower cavity.6. The freeze pipe of claim 5 , wherein the upper section defines an upper cavity claim 5 , and wherein the supply line and the return line extend through the upper cavity claim 5 , the lower cavity being ...

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24-10-2013 дата публикации

PNEUMATIC ANCHORING SYSTEM FOR WICK DRAINS

Номер: US20130279984A1
Автор: Tomlinson Dean
Принадлежит:

A pneumatic anchoring system for installation and anchoring of wick drains in soil, comprising an excavator or crane having an elongate support mast and a tubular wick drain mandrel supported by the mast for downward penetration of the soil. The mandrel is capped at one end. A sled fixedly attached to the mandrel and slidable along the mast rides with the mandrel downward as the mandrel penetrates the soil. The sled supports a compressed air storage tank, and the compressed air storage tank supplies compressed air through a venturi into the mandrel to jet compressed air therein. When the mandrel is at its deepest point, the operator releases a jet of air into the mandrel to disengage the wick drain anchor into the soil, and then maintains a constant airflow rate into the mandrel during extraction to equalize the pore pressure of the borehole and prevent collapse. 1. A pneumatic anchoring system for installation of a wick drain in soil , comprising:an excavation base;an elongate mast supported by said base;a hollow tubular mandrel supported by said mast and adapted for downward insertion into said soil;a venturi conduit in fluid communication with said mandrel for injecting air into the hollow of said mandrel;an air supply in fluid communication with said venturi conduit for supply of air thereto.2. The pneumatic anchoring system for installation of a wick drain in soil according to claim 1 , wherein said mandrel is slidably carried in said mast.3. The pneumatic anchoring system for installation of a wick drain in soil according to claim 1 , said mandrel is capped at one end by a seal plate that allows ingress of air but prevents escape of air.4. The pneumatic anchoring system for installation of a wick drain in soil according to claim 2 , wherein said mast is defined by a slot along its length.5. The pneumatic anchoring system for installation of a wick drain in soil according to claim 4 , wherein said mast is defined by a track along its length.6. The pneumatic ...

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19-12-2013 дата публикации

Gas delivery system to provide induced partial saturation through solute transport and reactivity for liquefaction mitigation

Номер: US20130333451A1
Принадлежит: Northeastern University Boston

A system and method for providing a partial level of saturation to a mass of sand, through generation of gas bubbles, as a way to prevent liquefaction during earthquakes. The system includes a solution that is operable to generate gas bubbles and a solution generator that prepares the solution. A conduit delivers the solution to the sand, so that the solution generates the gas bubbles during and after being delivered to the sand. A probe may be used to determine whether the sand is susceptible to liquefaction before the solution is delivered and to assess a change in degree of partial saturation after the solution has been delivered.

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26-12-2013 дата публикации

Subsurface Insulation Product and Method for Installing Same

Номер: US20130343818A1
Автор: John Bandura
Принадлежит: Individual

A subsurface thermal insulation product for reducing ground disturbance during a freeze-thaw cycle comprises: a plurality of thermal insulation panels each comprising: a foam board and a water wicking sheet attached to one of the top surface or the bottom surface of the foam board. Each foam board has a top surface and a bottom surface and four peripheral shiplap edges each with a notch that permits multiple thermal insulation panels to be placed in adjacent overlapping engagement.

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13-02-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING AND PRODUCING AN AGGREGATE

Номер: US20140044967A1
Автор: Ayers Rebecca
Принадлежит:

An aggregate processing assembly is provided. The processing assembly includes a separator assembly having a central member extending from a first end to a second end, the central member supporting at least one helical flight provided between the first and second ends, the helical flight having a width provided between a proximal end and a distal end. An assembly housing is provided around a portion of the separator assembly, the assembly housing includes a collection portion for receiving processed feed stock which exits the separator assembly radially away from the central member outward past the distal end, and the collection portion includes a first outlet. A second outlet is coupled to the separator assembly for receiving processed feed stock which exits the separator assembly at the second end of the at least one helical flight. A proppant, an aggregate, a system for processing feed stock to produce a proppant or aggregate, and a method of producing a proppant or aggregate is also provided. 1. A proppant resulting from a separator means comprising a plurality of particles , the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of 0.6 or above , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of 0.6 or above.2. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of 0.8 or above claim 1 , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of 0.8 or above.3. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of between 0.8 and 0.9 claim 1 , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of between 0.8 and 0.9.4. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of at least 0.9 claim 1 , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of at least 0.9.5. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles include sand particles.6. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles include silica sand particles ...

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20-03-2014 дата публикации

Method for Preventing Shield Casing Catching Due to Too Large Frictional Resistance in Earth Pressure Balance Shield Machine

Номер: US20140079485A1

A method for preventing shield jamming by excessive frictional resistance in earth pressure balance shield which involves real-time monitoring of earth pressure signal for earth pressure on the shield body through sensors on the shield machine. Combined with the known parameters, resistance in the shield machine is calculated. The friction Fbetween the shield body and the stratum is calculated by CPU module in PLC according to the earth pressure signals on a real-time basis. Then the friction Fis determined whether it is less than or equal to the difference between the quotient of dividing total propulsion force Fby correction coefficient Kxz and total resistance of F, F, Fand F; if so, it is under normal propulsion; if not, the warning device alarms. Therefore forced shut down due to shield jamming is effectively avoided, the construction risk is reduced and the construction efficiency is improved. 1. A method of preventing shield jamming of an earth pressure balance shield machine caused by excessive friction in a construction comprises the steps of:(1) carrying out real-time monitoring of earth pressure signals for earth pressure between a shield body of the shield machine and a stratum through a plurality of earth pressure sensors arranged on a shield casing of the shield body of the shield machine;{'sub': t', '2', '3', '4', '5, '(2) combining known parameters of the shield machine and geological parameters of the construction, calculating a total propulsion force Fof a propulsion oil cylinder of the shield machine, a head friction Fof a cutting disk of the shield machine, a friction Fbetween a tail seal of the shield machine and a pipe sheet, a friction Fbetween a wheel set of a backup trailer and steel rails, and an axial component force Fproduced by water and earth pressure acted on a cutter of the cutting disk when the cutting disk has a cutting action; and'}{'sub': t', '2', '3', '4', '5', '1', '1', 't', '2', '3', '4', '5', '1', '1, '(3) inputting the total ...

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27-03-2014 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR INTRODUCING A FILLING MATERIAL

Номер: US20140086692A1
Автор: WIEDENMANN Ulli
Принадлежит: BAUER SPEZIAL TIEFBAU GMBH

The invention relates to a device for introducing a filling material into a hole in the ground, with a channel-like filling means which can be introduced into the hole and has an upper feed opening for feeding in the filling material and a lower discharge opening for discharging the filling material in a lower area of the hole. The filling means comprises an upper feed section and a flexible hose section arranged below. During the filling of the hole with the filling material the flexible hose section can be moved upwards along the feed section. During upward movement of the flexible hose section a severing means severs an upper area of the hose section in a longitudinal direction. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for introducing a filling material into a hole. 1. Device for introducing a filling material into a hole in the ground ,with a channel-like filling means which can be introduced into the hole and has an upper feed opening for feeding in the filling material and a lower discharge opening for discharging the filling material,whereinthe filling means has an upper feed section and a flexible hose section arranged below,during the filling of the hole with the filling material the flexible hose section can be moved upwards along the feed section anda severing means is provided, with which an upper area of the flexible hose section can be severed along a longitudinal direction during its upward movement.2. Device according to claim 1 ,whereinthe severing means is designed as a cutting means with a cutting edge.3. Device according to claim 2 ,whereinthe cutting edge of the cutting means is directed downwards in the direction of a lower area of the filling means.4. Device according to claim 1 ,whereinthe feed section has a feed hopper andthe severing means is arranged below the feed hopper.5. Device according to claim 1 ,whereinthe feed section has a guide section, along which the flexible hose section is guided in a displaceable manner.6. Device ...

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10-04-2014 дата публикации

ENCAPSULATED ACTIVATOR AND ITS USE TO TRIGGER A GELLING SYSTEM BY PHYSICAL MEANS

Номер: US20140100304A1
Принадлежит: Rhodia Operations

A process allowing the encapsulation of a polymerization accelerator comprising the steps of: a) providing an reverse emulsion containing, in an oil phase, a water solution/dispersion containing the polymerisation activator, the oil phase including a heat curable mixture of an isocyanate and a polyalkyldiene hydroxylated or polyol, b) pouring the reverse emulsion in a water phase to make a multiple emulsion water/oil/water, containing drops of activators as the internal water phase, and then, c) heating the multiple emulsion obtained in step b) at a temperature of between 50 and 95° C., in order to cure the polyisocyanate in polyurethane and obtain drops of activator enclosed in shells of polyurethane dispersed in water. 1. A process for the encapsulation of a polymerization accelerator of water soluble or water dispersable monomers , said process comprising the steps of:a) providing an reverse emulsion containing, in an oil phase, a water solution or dispersion (W1) containing said polymerisation activator, the oil phase including a heat curable mixture of an isocyanate and a polyalkyldiene hydroxylated or polyol,b) pouring the reverse emulsion of step a) in a water phase (W2) to make a multiple emulsion water/oil/water, containing drops of activators as the internal water phase and, then,c) heating the multiple emulsion obtained in step b) at a temperature of between 50 and 95° C., in order to cure the polyisocyanate in polyurethane and obtain drops of activator enclosed in shells of polyurethane dispersed in water.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein in step a) a solvent or plasticizer is added to the oil phase.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the solvent or plasticizer is di-isobutyl ester of succinate claim 1 , glutarate or adipate.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in stepa), a non-ionic surfactant is added to the water wherein said activator is dispersed or in solution.5. The process of claim 4 , wherein said non-ionic surfactant is a diC-Calkyl ...

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07-01-2016 дата публикации

COATING COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE

Номер: US20160002473A1
Автор: Yildirim Yetkin
Принадлежит:

Coating compositions and methods of use are described herein. The coating composition may contain water one or more acrylic compounds. Wherein application of the coating composition as a prime coat to a pavement structure or other permeable structures enhances the physical properties of the pavement structure or other structures as compared to conventional prime coat application or other conventional coatings. 1. A coating composition for prime coat applications , comprising:one or more acrylic polymers; andwater, wherein application of the coating composition as a prime coat to a pavement structure enhances the physical properties of the pavement structure as compared to conventional prime coat application.2. The coating composition of claim 1 , further comprising carbonaceous compounds.3. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the acrylic compounds comprises a vinyl moiety.4. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the acrylic compounds comprises a vinyl acrylic latex.5. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the acrylic compounds comprises a styrene moiety.6. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein a solids content of the coating composition ranges from about 50% to about 60%.7. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the vinyl acrylic materials has a pH ranging about 4.0 to about 6.0.8. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the physical properties comprises dry strength.9. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the physical properties comprises wet strength.10. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the physical properties comprises permeability.11. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the physical properties comprises penetration depth.12. The coating composition of claim 1 , wherein composition dries in less than 100 hours.13. The coating composition of claim 1 , where at least one ...

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05-01-2017 дата публикации

Soil and Rock Grouting Using a Hydrajetting Tool

Номер: US20170002535A1
Принадлежит: Halliburton Energy Services Inc

Methods including providing a hydrajetting tool comprising a housing having a top end and a bottom end and having a plurality of jetting nozzles disposed thereon, the top end of the housing fluidly coupled to a tool string; providing at least one sub-soil-surface cavity adjacent to or in unstable soil, the unstable soil having a plurality of channels therein; introducing the hydrajetting tool into the at least one sub-soil-surface cavity; injecting a cement slurry through at least one of the jetting nozzles and into the sub-soil-surface cavity; permeating the cement slurry into the plurality of channels in the unstable soil; filling the at least one sub-soil-surface cavity with the cement slurry; and curing the cement slurry, thereby forming a stable soil and a cement pillar in the at least one sub-soil-surface cavity.

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

Soil-Stabilising Composition Comprising Azobacter Vinelandii, Acidithiobacillus Ferrooxidans, Alginase, and Calcium Chloride; Method for Stabilising Soils; Method for Preparing Stabilised Paths; Use of the Soil-Stabilising Composition

Номер: US20210002553A1
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A formulation for stabilizing soils is described comprising bacteria, enzymes and cations, wherein the bacteria preferably correspond to and the enzyme preferably corresponds to an alginase and the cations are preferably provided in the form of calcium chloride. A method for stabilizing soils; a method for preparing stabilized paths; and use of the soil-stabilizing composition are also described. 1. A soil-stabilizing composition , comprising bacteria , enzymes and cations.2. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 1 , comprising at least two different species of bacteria.3Azotobacter vinelandiiAcidithiobacillus ferrooxidans.. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the at least two different species of bacteria are and4. The soil-stabilizing composition according to claim 1 , wherein the enzyme is an alginase.5Pseudomonas Aeruginosa.. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 4 , wherein the alginase is an alginase from6. The stabilizing composition in accordance with wherein the enzyme is selected from the group consisting of a native recombinant enzyme and a recombinant enzyme.7. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with wherein the enzyme is selected from the group consisting of an unpurified extract and a purified enzyme.8. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the cations are supplied in the form of calcium chloride.9. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the composition is a bi-component formulation consisting of a solution A and a solution B.10. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 9 , wherein{'i': 'Azotobacter vinelandii, Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans', '(i) solution A comprises and an alginase; and'}(ii) solution B comprises calcium chloride.11. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 10 , wherein{'i': Azotobacter vinelandii', 'Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans, '(i) solution A ...

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07-01-2021 дата публикации

Device and method for simulating injections of cement/chemical mixtures into soils

Номер: US20210002841A1

A device for simulating injections of liquid chemical/cementitious substances into soils, comprising a first observation chamber which delimits an injectable space adapted to accommodate a soil sample, a second observation chamber which delimits a perforation space adapted to accommodate at least one stretch of an injection device, with longitudinal extension along a longitudinal axis of the second observation chamber, wherein the first observation chamber and the second observation chamber are directly bordering to each other in an interface area, a retaining partition wall which can be inserted in the interface area so as to separate the injectable space from the perforation space and extracted so as to put the perforation space into communication with the injectable space, as well as first transparent portions formed in a first containment wall of the first observation chamber for viewing in real time a propagation of the chemical substance injected into the soil sample by means of the injection device. A method comprising a step of simulating by the device.

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03-01-2019 дата публикации

Building Foundation and Soil Stabilization method and System

Номер: US20190003145A1
Принадлежит: Aquadation LLC

System and means soil stabilization and moisture control for building foundations including methods and systems for stabilization moisture in a site for building foundation by applying soil moisture stabilization material in various forms, a preferred stabilization material being a mixture of aluminosilicate Pozzolan mineral and granular material such as sand. 120.-. (canceled)21. A moisture reservoir system , the system comprising:one or more volumetric spaces located under a foundation site location for a foundation, wherein the one or more volumetric spaces comprise a granular material located in the one or more volumetric spaces under the site location for the foundation, the one or more volumetric spaces configured to provide a reservoir for moisture for soil proximate to the volumetric space; and 'one or more conduits located between one or more supply ends and one or more of the volumetric spaces, the one or more conduits configured to direct a fluid from the supply ends to the one or more volumetric spaces.', 'a fluid delivery system configured to deliver a fluid to the one or more volumetric spaces, wherein the fluid delivery system comprises22. The system of claim 21 , further comprising:a plurality of zones, wherein each zone comprises a network of conduit to direct fluid from a source to the zone, each zone comprising one or more slugs located beneath the site location for the foundation for the site, the slugs comprising the granular material; a capped and perforated end,', 'an uncapped and perforated end, or', 'an uncapped and non-perforated end., 'wherein each network of conduit comprises pvc pipe terminating above or within a slug, the pvc pipe terminating with at least one of23. The system of claim 21 ,wherein the volumetric spaces comprise vertical holes; andwherein the fluid delivery system further comprises one or more vertical tubes coupled to the conduits and configured to deliver the fluid to respective ones of the vertical holes.24. The ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

Systems and Methods to Provide Pressed and Aggregate Filled Concavities for Improving Ground Stiffness and Uniformity

Номер: US20220025601A1
Автор: White David J.
Принадлежит: Ingios Geotechnics, Inc.

Systems and methods to provide pressed aggregate-filled cavities for improving ground stiffness and uniformity are disclosed. According to an aspect, a method includes using a mechanism to press into a ground surface in a substantially downward direction to create a concavity. The method also includes substantially or completely filling the concavity with unstabilized or chemically stabilized aggregate, soil, or sand. Further, the method includes using the mechanism to press the aggregate within the concavity to achieve a desired ground stiffness. 1. A method comprising:using a mechanism to press into a ground surface in a substantially downward direction to create a concavity;substantially filling the concavity with unstabilized or chemically stabilized aggregate, soil, or sand; andusing the mechanism to press the aggregate within the concavity.232-. (canceled) This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/236,793, filed Dec. 31, 2018 and titled SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO PROVIDE PRESSED AND AGGREGATE FILLED CONCAVITIES FOR IMPROVING GROUND STIFFNESS AND UNIFORMITY, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/441,794, filed Feb. 24, 2017 and titled SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO PROVIDE PRESSED AND AGGREGATE FILLED CONCAVITIES FOR IMPROVING GROUND STIFFNESS AND UNIFORMITY, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/299,281, filed Feb. 24, 2016, and titled SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO PROVIDE PRESSED AND AGGREGATE FILLED CONCAVITIES FOR IMPROVING GROUND STIFFNESS AND UNIFORMITY; the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.The subject matter disclosed herein relates to ground improvement for shallow depths. Particularly, the subject matter disclosed herein relates to systems and methods to provide pressed and/or aggregate-filled concavities for improving the stiffness and spatial uniformity of stiffness for natural ground, pavement foundation systems, railway track bed systems, ...

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18-01-2018 дата публикации

METHOD OF LIFTING A STRUCTURE ON THE EARTH

Номер: US20180016765A1
Автор: Baldwin John
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A method of lifting a structure includes extending a pipe so as to have one end opening to a lens in the earth, connecting a pump to the pipe, and pumping a grout material through the pipe and into the lens so as to cause a strata of the earth above the lens to heave upwardly and to cause the structure to move upwardly. The grout is solidified in the lens. The pipe is removed after the step of pumping. The grout is a low mobility cement grout. A location of the lens nearest to the structure is determined prior to the step of extending the pipe. 1. A method of lifting a structure , the method comprising:extending the pipe so as to have one end opening to a lens in the earth;connecting a pump to said pipe; andpumping a grout material through said pipe and into said lens so as to cause a strata of the earth above the lens to heave upwardly and to cause the structure to move upwardly.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:solidifying the grout material in the lens.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:removing said pipe after the step of pumping.4. The method of claim 1 , said grout material being a particulate grout or a solution grout.5. The method of claim 1 , said grout material being a low mobility cement grout.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:disconnecting a utility from the structure prior to the step of pumping.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining a location of the lens in the earth nearest to the structure.8. The method of claim 7 , the lens being a sand/silt lens having a clay formation overlying the lens and a clay or rock formation underlying the lens.9. The method of claim 1 , the step of pumping comprising:pumping the grout material at a pressure of between 50 and 150 p.s.i.10. The method of claim 1 , said pipe being a casing pipe or a drill stem.11. The method of claim 1 , the step of extending comprising:extending said pipe generally vertically through the earth to the lens.12. The method of claim 1 , the ...

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21-01-2021 дата публикации

Building Foundation and Soil Stabilization method and System

Номер: US20210017732A1
Принадлежит: Aquadation LLC

System and means soil stabilization and moisture control for building foundations including methods and systems for stabilization moisture in a site for building foundation by applying soil moisture stabilization material in various forms, a preferred stabilization material being a mixture of aluninosilicate Pozzolan mineral and granular material such as sand. 120-. (canceled)21. A system , comprising: 'one or more conduits located between one or more supply ends and the one or more volumetric areas located at the one or more bases of the one or more beams of the building slab, the one or more conduits configured to direct a fluid from one or more supply ends to the one or more volumetric areas located at the one or more bases of the one or more beams of the building slab.', 'a liquid distribution system configured to deliver a fluid to one or more volumetric areas located at a one or more bases of one or more beams of a building slab, wherein the liquid distribution system comprises22. The system of claim 21 , wherein:at least some portion of the volumetric areas comprises trenches formed prior to pouring or placing the building slab;the system further comprises fill material, located in the trenches under at least some of the beams of the building slab; andat least some of the conduits are arranged to deliver liquid to the fill material located in the trenches.23. The system of claim 22 , wherein the fill material comprises a soil moisture stabilization material that exhibits a moisture retention property that reduces expansion and contraction of the volumetric areas under the beams when incorporated into a soil in the volumetric areas under the beams.24. The system of claim 22 , wherein the fill material comprises a granular material to aid in dispersal of the liquid.25. The system of claim 22 , further comprising:a moisture barrier placed around at least some of the fill material in at least some of the trenches.26. The system of claim 22 , further comprising:a ...

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10-02-2022 дата публикации

BUILDING FOUNDATION STRUCTURE, AND CONSTRUCTION METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20220042271A1
Автор: TAKEUCHI Kinji
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A building foundation structure includes a ground improved body obtained by improving a surface layer ground, and foundation concrete placed on the ground improved body on site. The foundation concrete located below a building pillar has an upper part and a lower part having different shapes. The lower part has a reverse trapezoidal sectional shape in a cross section taken along a vertical plane including a horizontal direction perpendicular to a horizontal line connecting building pillars adjacent to each other. The upper part has a brim portion protruding in the first horizontal direction from a side edge at an upper end in the sectional shape of the lower part. 1. A building foundation structure comprising a ground improved body obtained by improving a surface layer ground , and foundation concrete placed on the ground improved body on site , whereinthe foundation concrete directly supports building steel pillars or a building reinforced concrete wall,the foundation concrete has an upper part and a lower part having shapes different from each other, a cross section taken along a vertical plane including a first horizontal direction perpendicular to a horizontal line connecting the building steel pillars adjacent to each other, or', 'a cross section taken along a vertical plane including a second horizontal direction perpendicular to the building reinforced concrete wall, and, 'the lower part has a reverse trapezoidal sectional shape in'}the upper part has a brim portion protruding in the first horizontal direction or a brim portion protruding in the second horizontal direction, from a side edge at an upper end in the sectional shape of the lower part,a thickness of the brim portion is not less than 0.05 m and not greater than 0.3 m,a protruding length of the brim portion is not less than 0.1 m and not greater than 0.6 m, andthe protruding length of the brim portion is 1 to 4 times the thickness of the brim portion.2. (canceled)3. The building foundation structure ...

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24-04-2014 дата публикации

Soil stabilizer carrier

Номер: US20140109476A1
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A method for applying a water soluble soil stabilizer to soil wherein the soil stabilizer is added to a solid carrier. 1. A method of applying a water-soluble soil stabilizer to a solid carrier for applying the solid carrier to soil;impregnating, applying and/or adding said water-soluble soil stabilizer to said solid carrier;said soil stabilizer being within or on said solid carrier, and leaching out from said solid carrier when water is applied;said PAM binding to said soil once it leaches out of said solid carrier;wherein the amount of soil stabilizer placed in or on said solid carrier relates to said amount of soil stabilizer to be leached out of said solid carrier.2. The method of wherein the soil stabilizer is PAM.3. The method of wherein the solid carrier is a soil amendment claim 1 , fertilizer claim 1 , soil conditioner and/or waste product.4. The method of further comprising adding fertilizers and/or soil amendments to said solid carrier.5. The method of wherein said solid carrier is comprised of organic and/or inorganic materials.6. The method of further comprising adding pesticides and/or herbicides to said solid carrier.7. The method of wherein said solid carrier comprises fibrous material claim 1 , a seed claim 1 , a mulch claim 1 , and/or a material that was previously treated with water-soluble soil stabilizer; wherein said material from mineral and coal processing; petroleum production claim 1 , paper making claim 1 , water treating claim 1 , and food processing.8. The method of wherein said solid carrier is formed by a size reduction and/or an agglomeration process.9. The method of wherein said water-soluble soil stabilizer reduces need for erosion mats; increases permeability of said soil; binds to said soil to increase infiltration of said fertilizer and water within said soil; improves water infiltration of said soil claim 1 , thereby improving soils ability to absorb water; and or improves water infiltration of said soil claim 1 , thereby ...

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24-01-2019 дата публикации

ANTI-COLLAPSE JET GROUTING DRILL BIT WITH BI-DIRECTIONAL RIB WINGS, GROUTING CONSOLIDATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20190024460A1
Принадлежит: Shandong University

An anti-collapse jet grouting drill bit with bi-directional rib wings, and a grouting consolidation including: a grouting pump connected to a high-pressure pipeline, which connects to an underground drill rig; an outer flat drill rod, connected with the underground drill rig; a sealing device, sheathed on the outer flat drill rod at the orifice of a drill hole, ensuring the outer flat drill rod is sealed with the orifice of the drill hole which connects to a jet grouting drill bit with bi-directional rib wings. The grouting pump jets slurry into the drill hole in a static osmotic manner through the jet rib wing drill bit, while the underground jet drill rig is rotated by the force of outer flat drill rod. The rotation of the jet slurry and the rib wings, repairs the hole wall by cutting chippings or squeezing the chippings back into the hole wall. 1. An anti-collapse jet grouting drill bit with bi-directional rib wings , comprising: a drill bit body connected with an outer flat drill rod , wherein the rib wings are arranged laterally of the drill bit body along the longitudinal direction of the drill bit; the rib wings include a forward wing arranged at the front end of the drill bit , a reverse wing arranged at the rear end of the drill bit , and a side wing connecting the forward wing and the reverse wing; the included angle between the forward wing and the side wing , and the included angle between the reverse wing and the side wing are obtuse angles; hard fragments are arranged on the rib wings; an inner through bore communicated with a through hole of the outer flat drill rod is formed in the drill bit body , and jet holes communicated with the inner through bore are formed in the surface of the drill bit body; during rotation , the drill bit moves up and down by virtue of revolution of the forward wing and the reverse wing , and the rib wings of the drill bit cut chippings from a hole wall or squeeze the chippings back into the hole wall to realize grouting ...

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23-01-2020 дата публикации

Method for the elimination of adverse swelling of sulfate bearing soils

Номер: US20200024817A1
Автор: Huege Fred Robert
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A method is shown for reducing the adverse swelling action of sulfates in clay bearing soils during lime stabilization by treating soils having high sulfate content with a soluble aluminum compound that can react with the sulfate ions in the soil to form ettringite or other swelling species during the initial reaction with lime stabilization prior to compaction and paving of the lime treated soil. The amount of soluble aluminum ions added to the soil is determined by the concentration of sulfate in the soil and the other soil parameters such as the soils PI, clay type, etc. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. An improved method for reducing the adverse delayed swelling action of soluble sulfates present in clay bearing soils comprising the steps of: first , the addition of a soluble aluminum ion compound into the soils in an amount effective to rapidly react with soluble sulfates present in the soils with the further addition of calcium hydroxide ions added to the soil by the process of lime stabilization which with this addition of soluble aluminum ions and soluble calcium ions to the sulfate containing soil will immediately start the formation of ettringite and/or other swelling calcium alumina sulfate hydrate species prior to the compaction and pavement of the soil and thus eliminated the adverse delayed sulfate swelling of the compacted soil.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the soluble aluminum ion compound is selected from the group consisting of but not limited to aluminum chloride claim 7 , aluminum nitrate claim 7 , sodium aluminate claim 7 , and other soluble aluminum compounds.9. The method of claim 7 , where the improved method for eliminating the adverse swell potential of stabilized sulfate soils is based on the rapid formation of the swelling ettringite before the calcium hydroxide can solubilize the aluminum ions from the clay aluminosilicate minerals in the soil which is a long term process that can take ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

ENCAPSULATED ACTIVATOR AND ITS USE TO TRIGGER A GELLING SYSTEM BY PHYSICAL MEANS

Номер: US20170029690A1
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A process allowing the encapsulation of a polymerization accelerator comprising the steps of: a) providing an reverse emulsion containing, in an oil phase, a water solution/dispersion containing the polymerisation activator, the oil phase including a heat curable mixture of an isocyanate and a polyalkyldiene hydroxylated or polyol, b) pouring the reverse emulsion in a water phase to make a multiple emulsion water/oil/water, containing drops of activators as the internal water phase, and then, c) heating the multiple emulsion obtained in step b) to cure the polyisocyanate in polyurethane and obtain drops of activator enclosed in shells of polyurethane dispersed in water. The invention also relates to aqueous gelling systems comprising the encapsulated polymerization accelerator with water soluble or dispersable monomers and a polymerization initiator dispersed in said monomers, useful i.a. for sealing subterranean environments or consolidation of a soil or sealing of a subterranean structure. 16-. (canceled)7. The gelling system of claim 12 , wherein the polymerisation accelerator is an alkylamine claim 12 , polyalkyleneamine claim 12 , or polyalkylenimine.8. The gelling system of claim 12 , wherein the hydroxylated polyalkyldiene or polyol is a hydroxylated polybutadiene.9. The gelling system as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the isocyanate is a trimer form of alpha claim 12 , omega hexyldiisocynate.10. The gelling system of claim 9 , wherein the polymerisation accelerator is a polyethyleneimine (PEI).11. The gelling system of claim 12 , wherein a polymerization initiator is encapsulated with the polymerization accelerator claim 12 , wherein the polymerization initiator is selected from the group consisting of and water soluble persalts and/or peroxides.12. The aqueous gelling system of claim 25 , comprising:{'b': '1', 'i) the water soluble or dispersable monomers comprising acrylated or methacrylated polyoxyethylene and/or polyoxypropylene monomers p ii) the ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS, METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SLURRY WALL CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATING SHEET PILINGS

Номер: US20170030041A1
Принадлежит: CMI LIMITED CO.

Improved systems, apparatus and methods for construction of slurry walls are provided. A sheet piling barrier is installed into a slurry wall construction to provide improved fluid barrier capability and/or structural integrity. A void creation device allows removal of cementitious material from around the engagement lock element of an installed sheet piling member to prevent interference with engagement of the engagement lock element of a subsequently installed sheet piling member after hardening of the slurry wall. 1. A wall system comprising:a slurry wall comprising a cementitious material; andat least one sheet piling element comprising a top, a bottom, a leading edge, and a trailing edge, wherein the at least one sheet piling is at least partially embedded in the slurry wall.2. The wall construction of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of sheet piling elements are installed into the cementitious mixture in a connected array claim 1 , the connected array being linked by cooperating lock engagement features on the leading and trailing edges of the sheet pilings.3. The wall construction of claim 1 , wherein the slurry wall is formed in a trench below ground surface.4. The wall construction of claim 1 , wherein the sheet piling element comprises a polymeric material.5. A method of constructing a slurry wall having a sheet piling barrier at least partially embedded within the slurry wall claim 1 , the method comprising:excavating a trench;depositing a cementitious slurry within the trench; andinstalling at least one sheet piling into the trench, the at least one sheet piling comprising a leading edge and a trailing edge, wherein the at least one sheet piling is at least partially embedded in the cementitious slurry.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the cementitious slurry mixture is deposited within the trench before the at least one sheet piling is installed into the trench.7. The method of claim 5 , wherein the at least one sheet piling is installed into the trench ...

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02-02-2017 дата публикации

Apparatus and Method for Stabilizing a Slab Foundation

Номер: US20170030046A1
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A method for stabilizing a slab foundation comprises a narrow, vertical moisture barrier assembly spaced outside and surrounding the perimeter grade beam of the slab foundation by a predetermined distance, and extends to preferably five feet below surface grade. The narrow trench for the barrier is preferably less than three inches wide. A membrane formed of a synthetic composition forms a moisture barrier against one wall of the narrow trench, and is held in place by back fill. The moisture barrier is intended for use in expansive soils that are subject to shrinking and swelling. 1. A method for stabilizing a slab foundation , comprising the steps of:preparing the surface grade for a slab foundation having a slab extension of the slab foundation beyond the perimeter of the location of a grade beam for the slab foundation;excavating a vertical barrier trench around and spaced a predetermined distance outside the location of the grade beam, wherein the vertical barrier trench is less than or equal to four inches wide and at least three feet deep below the surface grade;installing a moisture barrier membrane in the vertical barrier trench;excavating the grade beam trench;draping an extension of the moisture barrier over the surface grade and into the grade beam trench and secure it to the outer wall of the grade beam trench;installing rebar, slab strands and chairs, and plumbing lines; andpouring concrete for the grade beams and the slab foundation including the slab extension.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of installing the moisture barrier membrane comprises the step of:installing a synthetic membrane formed of a multi-layer plastic sheet extrusion manufactured from virgin polyolefin resins.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the nominal thickness of the multi-layer plastic sheets is approximately 15 mils.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of excavating a vertical barrier trench comprises the steps of:excavating the trench to a full depth of ...

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17-02-2022 дата публикации

SPECIALIZED CIVIL ENGINEERING MACHINE, IN PARTICULAR SLOTTED WALL MILLING MACHINE

Номер: US20220049449A1
Автор: REINHARDT Hans
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The present invention relates to a special civil engineering machine, in particular a slurry wall cutter, comprising at least one rotating tool and a tool drive that is arranged within a housing of the special civil engineering machine and is sealed with respect to the environment by means of at least one bearing seal in the region of its shaft exit from the housing to the driven tool, characterized in that the bearing seal comprises at least two separate sealing elements, whose arrangement forms a sealing chamber located between the sealing elements, wherein a pressure compensation device is provided, which controls the chamber pressure in the sealing chamber in dependence on the ambient pressure of the special civil engineering machine. 2. The special civil engineering machine according to claim 1 , wherein the outer sealing element seals the sealing chamber with respect to the environment claim 1 , wherein the outer sealing element preferably has material-resistant properties with respect to a supporting liquid surrounding the sealing element claim 1 , and the outer sealing element is configured in particular as a mechanical seal.3. The special civil engineering machine according to claim 1 , wherein the inner sealing element seals the sealing chamber with respect to the housing space claim 1 , in particular transmission space of the tool drive claim 1 , and the inner sealing element ideally is a seal with a pressure-independent sealing effect claim 1 , for example an elastomer seal.4. The special civil engineering machine according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing chamber is hermetically sealed claim 1 , in particular with respect to the environment of the special civil engineering machine and/or the housing space or transmission space.5. The special civil engineering machine according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing chamber is relieved towards the housing space claim 1 , in particular transmission space claim 1 , via at least one throttle.6. The special civil ...

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30-01-2020 дата публикации

Cutting Tool Adapter and Method of Underpinning Structures Using Cutting Tool Adapter for Soil Mixing

Номер: US20200032477A1
Принадлежит: SCHNABEL FOUNDATION Co

A cutting tool adapter for creating an underpinning structure and method of creating the underpinning structure are provided. In some examples, the cutting tool adapter may connect a cutting tool to a working machine arm to enable the cutting tool to cut and dislodge soil below an existing foundation or structure. As the soil is cut and dislodged, it is mechanical mixed with an additive, such as a cementitious material, via the cutting tool. The mixed soil and additive may then harden in the area below the existing structure or foundation to create an underpinning structure to provide additional support for the existing structure or foundation.

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

WICK DRAIN SHOE ASSEMBLIES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Номер: US20220056656A1
Автор: Legault Eric C.
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A wick drain shoe assembly adapted to be connected to a free end of a length of wick drain material and driven by a mandrel of a wick drain insertion system comprises a base portion, an extension portion secured to the base portion, and a wick drain shoe gasket. The wick drain material is connected to the wick drain shoe by securing the free end to the extension portion. The base portion is sized and dimensioned to engage the mandrel such that displacement of the mandrel in a first direction causes displacement of the wick drain shoe in the first direction. The wick drain shoe gasket is arranged between the mandrel and the base portion. 1. A wick drain shoe assembly adapted to be connected to a free end of a length of wick drain material and driven by a mandrel of a wick drain insertion system , the wick drain shoe assembly comprising:a base portion;an extension portion secured to the base portion; anda wick drain shoe gasket; whereinthe wick drain material is connected to the wick drain shoe by securing the free end to the extension portion;the base portion is sized and dimensioned to engage the mandrel such that displacement of the mandrel in a first direction causes displacement of the wick drain shoe in the first direction; andthe wick drain shoe gasket is arranged between the mandrel and the base portion.2. A wick drain shoe assembly as recited in claim 1 , in which:the mandrel defines a mandrel lower edge; andthe mandrel lower edge is configured to engage the wick drain shoe gasket.3. A wick drain shoe assembly as recited in claim 1 , in which:the mandrel defines a mandrel cavity and a mandrel lower end opening; andthe wick drain shoe gasket is configured to inhibit passage of dirt and debris into the mandrel cavity through the mandrel lower end opening.4. A wick drain shoe assembly as recited in claim 1 , in which:the mandrel defines a mandrel cavity, a mandrel lower end opening, and mandrel lower edge, where the mandrel lower edge extends around the mandrel ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

MACHINE AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING VERTICAL DRAINS IN THE GROUND

Номер: US20190040599A1
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The invention relates to a machine for putting a drain into place in ground, machine comprising: 119-. (canceled)20. A machine for putting a drain into place in ground , the machine comprising:a drive tube presenting a longitudinal axis and having a bottom end;a movement device for moving the drive tube in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis;a drain extending inside the drive tube and having a bottom end extending outside the drive tube;at least one anchor;a fastener device for fastening the anchor to the drain; anda cutter member for cutting the drain and arranged under the fastener device; anda cutter device for cutting the anchor from a strip.21. The machine according to claim 20 , wherein the machine further comprises an actuator device for simultaneously actuating the cutter device and the fastener device.22. The machine according to claim 20 , wherein the cutter device comprises a blade for cutting the anchor from the strip.23. The machine according to claim 20 , including an assembly station which comprises the fastener device and the cutter device claim 20 , and a feeder device for feeding a free end part of the strip into the assembly station.24. The machine according to claim 20 , further comprising a reel for receiving the rolled up strip.25. The machine according to claim 24 , wherein the reel is mounted to rotate relative to a support of the machine.26. The machine according to claim 25 , wherein the reel is mounted to rotate about an axis of rotation that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the drive tube.27. The machine according to claim 20 , further comprising a device for un-rolling the strip at least in part.28. The machine according to claim 20 , wherein the cutter device includes a setting member for modifying the length of the anchor cut from the strip.29. The machine according to claim 20 , wherein the fastener device is configured to fasten the anchor to the drain by crimping.30. The machine according to claim 20 , further ...

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07-02-2019 дата публикации

METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR FORMING RECLAMATION STRUCTURES

Номер: US20190040600A1
Принадлежит: IHC Holland IE B.V.

A method of forming a structure includes a) excavating a material; b) homogenizing the material; c) ensuring aluminosilicate levels in the material; d) increasing alkaline levels of the material; e) foaming the material; and f) injecting the material onto a surface, wherein the material forms into a foam-like structure when injected. 1. A method of forming a structure , the method comprising:a) excavating a material;b) homogenizing the material;c) ensuring aluminosilicate levels in the material;d) increasing alkaline levels of the material;e) foaming the material; andf) injecting the material onto a surface, wherein the material forms into a foam-like structure when injected.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein step d) comprises adding an alkaline material.4. The method of any of claim 1 , wherein step c) comprises adding a binder material to the mixture.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the binder material comprises fly ashes claim 4 , blast furnace slag claim 4 , calcined clays claim 4 , waste glass claim 4 , waste stone and/or rock wool.6. (canceled)7. The method of claim 1 , wherein one or more steps of the method are performed using a dosing system.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein step f) comprises injecting the material using an injection mouth.9. The method of any of claim 1 , wherein the material is injected onto a subsea surface.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the foam-like structure solidifies once injected.11. (canceled)12. The method of claim 1 , wherein step e) comprises:mechanically mixing air into the material or pressurizing the material and adding compressed air to the material.13. (canceled)14. The method of claim 1 , wherein step e) comprises:adding a foaming agent into the material.15. The method of claim 1 , wherein step e) comprises:adding a metal powder to the material.16. The method of claim 1 , and further comprising:adding a catalytic ignition agent to the material.17. (canceled)18. A reclamation system comprising:means for excavating ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

FOUNDATION TREATMENT METHOD FOR PILING FOUNDATION STRUCTURE BY PENETRATING HARDPAN LAYER

Номер: US20200040542A1
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A foundation treatment method for piling a foundation structure by penetrating a hardpan layer, i.e., a Deep Slurry Mixing method, comprising following steps: disturbing, by a mechanical device, a location where the foundation structure is to be piled, so that the mechanical device penetrates the hardpan layer of a natural foundation; then injecting clay slurry into the hardpan layer of the natural foundation by a pumping device, an improved foundation is formed after mixing; and piling the foundation structure. The method can change soil property of the original natural foundation, break the hardpan layer, reduce piling resistance of the steel plate cylinder or similar foundation structure, reduce uneven force during the piling process and improve driveability. 1. A foundation treatment method for piling a foundation structure by penetrating a hardpan layer , comprising the following operating steps:step (1) disturbing: disturbing, by a mechanical device, a location where the foundation structure is to be piled, so that the mechanical device penetrates the hardpan layer of a natural foundation;step (2) grouting: injecting clay slurry into the location disturbed in the step (1) by a pumping device;step (3) mixing: mixing the clay slurry in the step (2) with the hardpan layer of the natural foundation by a stirring device to form an improved foundation; andstep (4) piling the foundation structure: embedding the foundation structure into the improved foundation in the step (3) by a vibration equipment.2. The foundation treatment method according to claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , the mechanical device in the step (1) is one of a Cement Deep Mixing ship processor claim 1 , a land drilling device and an excavating device.3. The foundation treatment method according to claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , the disturbing in the step (1) is one of drilling claim 1 , excavating and chiseling.4. The foundation treatment method according to claim 1 , ...

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18-02-2016 дата публикации

Method and device for providing a piping protection system in a dike body

Номер: US20160047105A1
Автор: Willem Martin ZIELMAN
Принадлежит: Gww-Infra Holding BV

The invention relates to a method for making a barrier screen in a dike body for preventing transport of soil particles, said barrier screen being positioned substantially standing and extending in a longitudinal direction of said dike body, wherein in said method said barrier screen is obtained by mechanically mixing soil that is already present in said dike body with a binder. The method is characterized in that it comprises the step of displacing the chain cutter along the trajectory of the barrier screen to be made through the dike body and mixing the soil present and the binder as well as inserting a cloth into the mixed soil.

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18-02-2016 дата публикации

Cutter and a method for providing a piping protection system in a dike body

Номер: US20160047109A1
Автор: Willem Martin ZIELMAN
Принадлежит: Gww-Infra Holding BV

The invention relates to a cutter and a method for making a barrier screen in a dike body for preventing soil particles. The cutter comprises: —a part that is oriented vertically when in use and that comprises a supply device for supplying to soil material of said dike body a binder for binding soil material that has been cut by said cutter, said vertically oriented part at a lower portion thereof being provided with chisels for cutting said soil material during a downward movement of said cutter; —as well as a part that is horizontally oriented when in use and that extends at both sides of said vertical part and wherein said parts that are provided at both sides comprise cylinders that are rotatable about a horizontal rotation axis and wherein said cylinders are provided with ground cultivating members for mixing soil material that has been machined by said chisels and said ground cultivating members.

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

VEGETATION EFFECT QUANTIFICATION DEVICE, QUANTIFICATION SYSTEM, AND STORAGE MEDIUM

Номер: US20200042574A1
Автор: ASANO Sho, Kasahara Shinji
Принадлежит: NEC Corporation

A vegetation effect calculation device includes a memory configured to store instruction and at least one processor configured to execute the instructions to acquire a vegetation parameter being information indicating a characteristic of vegetation flourishing on a slope; and calculate vegetation adhesion per unit area and a total tree weight per unit area, based on the vegetation parameter, a first regression equation being a regression equation between a root diameter and an uprooting resistance, a second regression equation being a regression equation between a breast high diameter and a total tree weight, and a relationship between the uprooting resistance and vegetation adhesion. 1. A vegetation effect calculation device , comprising:a memory configured to store instruction; andat least one processor configured to execute the instructions to:acquire a vegetation parameter being information indicating a characteristic of vegetation flourishing on a slope; andcalculate vegetation adhesion per unit area and a total tree weight per unit area, based on the vegetation parameter, a first regression equation being a regression equation between a root diameter and an uprooting resistance, a second regression equation being a regression equation between a breast high diameter and a total tree weight, and a relationship between the uprooting resistance and vegetation adhesion.2. The vegetation effect calculation device according to claim 1 , further comprising:the at least one processor configured to execute the instructions to:calculate vegetation adhesion per unit area, based on the vegetation parameter, the first regression equation, and a relationship between the uprooting resistance and vegetation adhesion; andcalculate the total tree weight per unit area, based on the vegetation parameter and the second regression equation.3. The vegetation effect calculation device according to claim 2 , wherein calculate a root diameter by using a breast high diameter for each ...

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15-02-2018 дата публикации

INVERSE CONSTRUCTION METHOD FOR DEEP, LARGE AND LONG PIT ASSEMBLING STRUCTURE OF SUSPENSION-TYPE ENVELOPE ENCLOSURE

Номер: US20180044907A1
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The present invention relates to the field of construction of underground buildings, specifically to an inverse construction method for a deep, large and long pit assembling structure of a suspension-type envelope enclosure. A method includes design and calculation; engineering construction of foundation piles; control over underground water; construction of a pit enclosure; building of a basement reinforcing and anti-seeping layer; inverse construction; and floor structure construction. By the inverse construction method for a deep, large and long pit assembling structure of a suspension-type envelope enclosure of the present invention, the pit construction quality is easily controlled, the basement is well waterproofed and easily monitored, and the quality control, service and maintenance are easy. 1. An inverse construction method for a deep , large and long pit assembling structure of a suspension-type envelope enclosure , comprising the following steps:(I) determining a pit size and depth of a pit enclosure according to a size of a basement to be constructed, and determining a thickness of a basement reinforcing and anti-seeping layer according to the depth of the pit enclosure and geological conditions;(II) performing one-column-one-pile construction in the pit, wherein the one-column-one-pile refers to an integrated structure of a column pile and an engineering pile, the engineering pile is disposed below the column pile, the bottom of the engineering pile is embedded into a waterproof layer or a rock formation, the top of the column pile is constructed to the designed height at one time; during the construction, the verticality of the column pile is ensured, post grouting is carried out at the bottom and the lateral middle portion of the pile to ensure the bearing capability of the column pile and relieve sedimentation;(III) before completing the construction of the pit enclosure and the basement reinforcing and anti-seeping layer, controlling the pressure ...

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08-05-2014 дата публикации

SOIL DENSIFICATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20140126960A1
Принадлежит: GEOPIER FOUNDATION COMPANY, INC.

A soil densification system and method is disclosed. The presently disclosed soil densification system includes an air delivery probe or pipe that can be driven or otherwise installed into a soil mass. An inlet of the air delivery probe is supplied by an air compressor and an air storage tank, which are used for the rapid delivery of air impulses or bursts into the air delivery probe, whereas the air impulses or bursts are expelled out of an outlet of the air delivery probe and into the soil mass. The method of using the presently disclosed soil densification system includes the steps of inserting the end of the air delivery probe into the soil mass to any desired depth and then releasing an impulse or burst of air into the soil mass, thereby forming a densified region in the soil mass via the forces of the air impulse. 1. An apparatus for controlled air burst densification in a soil mass , the apparatus comprising:a. a primary tube;b. one or more ports formed in the primary tube; andc. a pressurized air system connected to the primary tube, wherein the air system is configured for providing a pressurized air impulse at the one or more ports and in to a soil mass.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a lower end of the primary tube comprises one of the one or more ports.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the one or more ports comprise at least one of an open end of the tube and a valve/nozzle operable between an open and a closed position.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the valve/nozzle comprises a bulb-type nozzle that nests with the open end of the tube and is operable between an open position and a closed nested position.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a cover covering the one or more ports.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the cover comprises a sacrificial cap.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pressurized air system comprises a stored volume of compressed air connected to an air source.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein ...

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR GROUND FREEZING

Номер: US20190048549A1
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A method and device for freezing the ground are disclosed, including a freezing lance which extends along a longitudinal axis and has a pipe mantle that encloses an interior space, wherein the ground surrounding the freezing lance can be cooled by the refrigerant present in a first section of the interior space, a line for supplying the liquid refrigerant in the first section of the interior space, wherein the device has a first end section with a first opening for removing an exhaust gas formed by evaporation of the refrigerant from the interior space, wherein the interior space has a second section for holding the exhaust gas, wherein heat is exchangeable between the exhaust gas and the pipe mantle in the second section, so that the exhaust gas can be heated by heat exchange with the ground adjacent to the freezing lance. 1. A device for ground freezing , comprisinga freezing lance which extends along a longitudinal axis and is deigned to be introduced into the earth for the purpose of freezing the ground, wherein the freezing lance includes a pipe mantle that encloses an interior space having a first section for holding a liquid refrigerant, wherein the ground surrounding the freezing lance can be cooled by the refrigerant present in the first section,a line protruding into the interior space for supplying the liquid refrigerant in the first section of the interior space,wherein the device has a first end section, on which a first opening is provided for removing an exhaust gas formed by evaporation of the refrigerant from the interior space,characterized in thatthe interior space has a second section adjacent to the first section along the longitudinal axis to hold the exhaust gas, so that the exhaust gas can come into contact with the pipe mantle in the second section.2. The device for ground freezing according to claim 1 , characterized in that the device has a first device for temperature measurement positioned at a transition area between the first section ...

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14-02-2019 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ANCHORING TIE ROD AND ANCHORING TIE ROD

Номер: US20190048550A1
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The invention provides a method of constructing a ground anchor, wherein the method comprises performing an introduction step for introducing the boring tool into the ground along a boring axis (F) so as to form a top portion (C), the mixer device being in the retracted position during the introduction step; then performing a mixing step during which the mixer device is taken to the deployed position and the boring tool is driven in rotation with the mixer device () in the deployed position while moving the boring tool axially along the boring axis and while injecting the fluid so as to perform mechanical in-situ mixing of the ground in place with the fluid, thereby forming a bulb (B) in the ground under the top portion (C), which bulb has a second diameter (D) that is greater than the first diameter (D); inserting a reinforcement into the bulb, whereby a ground anchor is obtained. 119-. (canceled)20. A method of constructing a ground anchor , wherein: a boring tool that is rotatable about a longitudinal axis, the boring tool being provided with a deployable mixer device that presents a retracted position and a deployed position, the mixer device in the deployed positioned presenting a diametral span that is greater than its diametral span in a retracted position; and', 'a device for injecting at least one fluid into the ground;, 'there are provided reinforcement and a boring machine that comprisesthe method comprising:performing an introduction step for introducing the boring tool into the ground along a boring axis parallel to the longitudinal axis so as to form a top portion having a first diameter, a first height, and extending to a first depth, the mixer device being in the retracted position during the introduction step; thenperforming a mixing step during which the mixer device is taken to the deployed position and the boring tool is driven in rotation with the mixer device in the deployed position while moving the boring tool axially along the boring axis ...

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22-02-2018 дата публикации

LUBRICATED SOIL MIXING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20180051435A1
Автор: Kruse Darin R.
Принадлежит:

Described herein are tools, systems and methods for conditioning, strengthening and/or improving in situ soil geotechnical or agricultural properties while at least temporarily reducing soil density, energy requirements, and tool wear. 1. A method of conditioning soil , the method comprising:mixing dry cement, cement slurry, bentonite cement slurry, phyllosilicates, granulated ground blast furnace slag, or a combination thereof with an extracted, demoulded soil at a mobile mixing plant,wherein the extracted, demoulded soil includes at least one soil mixing additive.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one soil mixing additive is a foam claim 1 , water claim 1 , air claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one soil mixing additive is a foam claim 1 , a polymer claim 1 , an anti claying agent claim 1 , an anti clogging agent claim 1 , or a combination thereof.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the at least one soil mixing additive is a foam.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising adding a chemical defoamer.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the chemical defoamer is configured to destroy bubble structure.7. The method of claim 5 , wherein the chemical defoamer is configured to increase soil density.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile mixing plant is fed the dry cement claim 1 , cement slurry claim 1 , bentonite cement slurry claim 1 , phyllosilicates claim 1 , granulated ground blast furnace slag claim 1 , or a combination thereof from a mobile batch plant.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile batch plant includes a cement silo.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile batch plant includes an agitator tank.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mobile batch plant includes an agitator.12. A method of conditioning soil claim 1 , the method comprising:injecting processed soil into demoulded soil,wherein the demoulded soil includes at least one soil mixing additive.13. The method of claim 12 ...

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23-02-2017 дата публикации

GELATIN SOLUTION

Номер: US20170051463A1
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A method of preventing soil erosion in, among areas, seaside locations, includes drilling holes in the ground and filling the holes with a mixture of the soil and gelatin, and then curing the mixture in situ to form a barrier against soil erosion. 1. A method of controlling soil erosion comprising:creating a mixture of soil and liquid gelatin;forming a hole in the soil;injecting the mixture of soil and gelatin into the hole; and;allowing the mixture of soil and gelatin to cure, thereby forming a stabilization wall within the hole.2. The method of wherein the soil is sand.3. The method of wherein the mixture of soil and gelatin is made by mixing sand and gelatin to the extent that the porosity in the soil is substantially filled with gelatin.4. The method of wherein the hole is formed using slurry drilling techniques.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of stabilization walls are formed and placed seaside to a structure to be protected from erosion.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the hole formed is in the shape of a circular cylinder.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mixture of soil and gelatin is injected through a perforated pipe that is placed into the soil claim 1 , the mixture exiting the pipe through the perforations to form a structure within the soil.8. A substance to prevent soil erosion comprising a mixture of soil and gelatin claim 1 , wherein the gelatin claim 1 , when mixed with the soil claim 1 , occupies substantially all the porosity of the soil.9. The substance of wherein the soil is sand.10. A system to prevent soil erosion claim 8 , comprising:one or more holes formed in the soil, the one or more holes being substantially filled with a mixture of the soil and gelatin;the one or substantially filled holes situated on the seaside of a structure to be protected against erosion. This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/541,080, filed Nov. 13, 2014, which is related to and claims priority to ...

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10-03-2022 дата публикации

Ground treatment assistance method

Номер: US20220074298A1
Автор: Benoit Quandalle
Принадлежит: Soletanche Freyssinet SA

Ground treatment assistance method comprising providing a machine comprising a ground treatment tool is provided, providing geographic coordinates of at least one treatment area, determining positioning data of the ground treatment tool using an optical acquisition device, displaying at least a first object representative of the ground treatment tool or of said at least one treatment area on a display device, and positioning said first object on the display device using the previously determined positioning data of the ground treatment tool and the geographic coordinates of said treatment area.

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03-03-2016 дата публикации

POLYURETHANE BASED ROADWAY FORMING

Номер: US20160060816A1
Автор: Weaver Sean Somers
Принадлежит: Technisoil Industries LLC

Provided herein are roadways containing polyurethane materials. A roadway includes a base layer of a compacted in situ material and/or a wear layer disposed on the base layer. One or both of these layers may include the polyurethane material to bind other components in the layers and to form more robust and durable roadway structures capable of withstanding operating loads of the roadway. In some embodiments, the polyurethane material is added to the wear layer by mixing in situ soil and/or foreign aggregate with polyurethane material or by dispensing the polyurethane material over the existing partially formed wear layer. The base layer may or may not include a polyurethane material. The type, concentration, distribution, and processing of the polyurethane material in the wear layer may be the same or different than that in the base layer. 1. A roadway comprising:a soil; and wherein a concentration of the polyurethane material in the polyurethane filled soil material is between about 2% by weight and 20% by weight, and', 'wherein the roadway is one of a road, a walkway, a base for railroad tracks, or a parking lot., 'a polyurethane material dispersed in the soil thereby forming a polyurethane filled soil material,'}2. The roadway of claim 1 , further comprising a sealing layer disposed over the one or more layers formed by the polyurethane filled soil material.3. The roadway of claim 2 , wherein the sealing layer comprises the polyurethane material.4. The roadway of claim 1 , wherein the soil in the polyurethane filled soil material is a foreign aggregate comprises one of sand claim 1 , gravel claim 1 , or crashed rock.5. The roadway of claim 8 , wherein the pulverized in situ soil is a cured asphalt concrete composite.6. The roadway of claim 8 , wherein the pulverized in situ soil is a bio-asphalt.7. The roadway of claim 1 , wherein the polyurethane filled soil material has a soil compaction of at least about 90%.8. The roadway of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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02-03-2017 дата публикации

System, Method, and Apparatus for Permeation Grouting

Номер: US20170058478A1
Автор: Kirchendorfer Carl
Принадлежит: Keystone Supports, Inc.

An apparatus for remediation of soil includes a drum for storing chemical-permeation grout and a pump for pumping the chemical-permeation grout at a low pressure into a manchette delivery tube while the manchette delivery tube is inserted into the soil. There is a valve for controlling the low pressure and a meter for metering an amount of the chemical-permeation grout that is delivered into the soil. 1. A method of soil remediation comprising:(a) connecting a manchette delivery tube having a plurality of side exit orifices to a source of water and hydrating an area of soil by inserting the manchette delivery tube into the soil to a desired depth and injecting the water from the side exit orifices;(b) connecting the manchette delivery tube to an apparatus that delivers a metered amount of chemical-permeation grout;(c) delivering the metered amount of chemical-permeation grout through the manchette delivery tube at a low pressure;(d) pulling the manchette delivery tube a distance out of the soil; and(e) repeating steps (c) and (d) until the side exit orifices of the manchette delivery tube reach compacted soil.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the low pressure is approximately 100 PSI.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the chemical-permeation grout is a single-part polyurethane that reacts when exposed to the water.4. An apparatus for remediation of soil claim 1 , the apparatus comprising:means for storing chemical-permeation grout;means for pumping the chemical-permeation grout at a low pressure into a manchette delivery tube while the manchette delivery tube is inserted into the soil;means for controlling the low pressure; andmeans for metering an amount of the chemical-permeation grout that is delivered into the soil.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the low pressure is approximately 100 PSI.6. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the chemical-permeation grout is a single-part polyurethane that reacts when exposed to the water.7. The apparatus of claim 4 , ...

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04-03-2021 дата публикации

PASSIVE TAILINGS COMPACTOR

Номер: US20210062447A1
Автор: BROWN DOUG ROY
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The Passive Tailings Compactor is a system of components for facilitating the continuous passive drainage and consolidation of fine-grained sediments in active and continuous deposition environments. The invention consists of a flotation device, an anchor mass, and a drainage conduit which acts as a tether between the flotation device and the anchor. The flotation device also serves to orient the drainage conduit horizontally. As water or sediment levels rise, the flotation device rotates, releasing drainage conduit wrapped around its axis. This allows the flotation device to move upwards, extending the drainage conduit passively. The flotation device uses asymmetrical fixed weights to resist lesser rotational forces. The drainage conduit serves to create a path of relatively high hydraulic conductivity, protected by a filter barrier, for the dissipation of pore pressures and consolidation of buried sediments. The anchor mass fixes the system in place. 16-. (canceled)7. A passive tailings compactor for installing and maintaining a vertical drainage pathway through tailings , comprising:a drainage conduit which serves to enable the flow of water from the tailings while filtering and excluding solid particles;an anchor attached to one end of the drainage conduit; anda flotation device attached to the other end of the drainage conduit having a central axis about which a length of the drainage conduit is wrapped;wherein the flotation device is asymmetrically weighted or shaped to resist rotation.8. The passive tailings compactor of claim 7 , wherein the relative net buoyancy of the flotation device is less than that of water claim 7 , but higher than that of the tailings claim 7 , thereby allowing the flotation device to remain submerged in water and still rest above the tailings.9. The passive tailings compactor of claim 7 , wherein the drainage conduit is a coarse rope material core wrapped with a geotextile filter cloth sheath.10. The passive tailings compactor of ...

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27-02-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR FREEZING A MASS OF SOIL

Номер: US20200063391A1
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A method for freezing and treating a mass of soil, making it possible to compensate for deformations of the mass of soil during thawing, including the following steps: a) producing at least one bore () in the mass of soil, b) at least partly freezing the mass of soil using a freezing fluid injected into the bore, and then c) injecting a compensation grouting into the mass of soil, using the bore () that was used for freezing, during the thawing phase in order to at least partly compensate for variations in the volume of the mass of soil when the latter thaws. 1. A method for freezing and treating a mass of soil , making it possible to compensate for deformations of the mass of soil during thawing , including the following steps:a) producing at least one bore in the mass of soil,b) at least partly freezing the mass of soil using a freezing fluid injected into the bore, and thenc) injecting a compensation grouting into the mass of soil, using the bore that was used for freezing, during the thawing phase in order to at least partly compensate for variations in the volume of the mass of soil when the latter thaws.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the bore being produced by means of a drilling tube with or without sleeves equipped at the end with a drilling tool claim 1 , the drilling tube being left in place during the freezing step and during the step of injecting the compensation grouting.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the drilling tube being embedded in the mass of soil by injecting an embedding grouting and then being cleanable to drain it off the embedding grouting before the freezing operation.4. The method as claimed in claim 3 , the compensation grouting being injected at a pressure sufficient to fracture the embedding grouting.5. The method as claimed in claim 1 , the freezing operation being performed by introducing a freezing probe into the bore claim 1 , in particular into the drilling tube in place.6. The method as claimed in the claim 5 , in ...

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27-02-2020 дата публикации

BIOINSPIRED MINERALIZATION FOR GEOTECHNICAL SUBSTRUCTURES

Номер: US20200063392A1
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Various examples are provided for in situ growth of subsurface structures using bioinspired mineralization. In one example, among others, a method for growth of a subsurface structure includes introducing a first aqueous mineral salt reactant and a second aqueous mineral salt reactant comprising a polymeric additive into a soil substrate. The first and second aqueous mineral salt reactants can combine to form a polymer-induced liquid-precursor (PILP) phase that initiates in situ mineralization in the soil substrate. Solidifying the mineralization can form a subsurface structure in the soil substrate. Multiple applications of aqueous mineral salt reactants can be introduced to adjust the thickness of the mineralization or for layers of coatings. 1. A method for growth of a subsurface structure , comprising:introducing a first aqueous mineral salt reactant into a soil substrate;introducing a second aqueous mineral salt reactant comprising a polymeric additive into the soil substrate, where the first and second aqueous mineral salt reactants combine to form a polymer-induced liquid-precursor (PILP) phase that initiates in situ mineralization in the soil substrate; andsolidifying the mineralization to form the subsurface structure in the soil substrate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric additive is acrylic acid.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first aqueous mineral salt reactant comprises sodium carbonate (NaCO) and the second aqueous mineral salt reactant comprises calcium chloride (CaCl).4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the mineralization comprises calcium carbonate (CaCO) coating particles of the soil substrate.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the soil substrate comprises sand claim 4 , silt claim 4 , day claim 4 , or a combination thereof.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the mineralization infiltrates void spaces between the particles of the soil substrate during the PILP phase.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the mineralization ...

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07-03-2019 дата публикации

CAPPING OF SOFT TAILINGS DEPOSITS

Номер: US20190070647A1
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A process for reclaiming soft tailings comprising capping a soft tailings deposit with at least one capping material to form a trafficable surface atop the soft tailings is provided, wherein the capping material comprises water, coarse tailings, sand, petroleum coke, clay-shale overburden, glacial (PG)/Glacio-lacustrine (PL) deposits, geosynthetics or combinations thereof. 1. A process for reclaiming soft tailings comprising capping a soft tailings deposit with at least one capping material to form a trafficable surface atop the soft tailings which is useful for reclamation.2. The process as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the capping material comprises water claim 1 , coarse tailings claim 1 , sand claim 1 , petroleum coke claim 1 , clay-shale overburden claim 1 , PG/PL subsoils claim 1 , geosynthetics claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The process as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the soft tailings comprises untreated fluid fine tailings (uFFT) claim 1 , centrifuged fluid fine tailings (cFFT) claim 1 , dried fluid fine tailings (dFFT) claim 1 , composite tailings (CT) claim 1 , tailings beaches claim 1 , thickened tailings (TT) and froth treatment tailings (FTT).4. The process as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising first covering the soft tailings deposit with a geotextile prior to capping with the at least one capping material.5. The process as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising pretreating the soft tailings deposit by addition of polymeric flocculants; installation of vertical and/or horizontal drains; pre-drying the soft tailings deposit by accelerated dewatering or thin lift deposition; freeze-thaw drying of the soft tailings deposit; co-mixing with the reclamation material; in situ mixing with Kc overburden; addition of cement claim 1 , straw claim 1 , vegetation claim 1 , gypsum claim 1 , silica desiccants claim 1 , or a combination of lime and gypsum; or any combinations thereof prior to capping with the capping material.6. The process as claimed in ...

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07-03-2019 дата публикации

Injection tube countersinking

Номер: US20190071832A1
Принадлежит: URETEK USA Inc

Methods, and apparatuses used in those methods, of countersinking injection tubing below the surface of a structure, such as pavement, so that injection tubing will not extend above the surface of the structure even after movement of the soil, for example, due to frost heave or shrink-swell. Some embodiments employ an injection tube extension and/or an injection tube advancer to countersink the injection tubing within the soil beneath a structure.

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16-03-2017 дата публикации

MEASURING UNDERGROUND PRESSURE

Номер: US20170073919A1
Автор: Barron Brent, Bock Michael
Принадлежит: Uretek USA, Inc.

The present invention relates to in-place soil stabilization. Specifically, the present invention relates a method and device for measuring the increase in subsurface earth pressure or soil displacement during the injection of a stabilizing agent into the soil and prior to surface movement. The rise in sensor pressure or displacement of soil indicates an increase in soil strength and bearing capacity. Therefore, real-time monitoring of these pressures or movements may serve as a guide during the injection process. 1. A displacement monitoring apparatus , comprising:a rod having a first portion, the first portion configured to be placed into soil at a transverse location below or near a structural component on a surface of the soil, the rod further configured to be displaced as a result of the soil being displaced; anda sensor coupled to the rod and configured to measure displacement of the rod before the surface is displaced.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an end cap on the end of the first portion of the rod claim 1 , the end cap configured to distribute the weight of the rod substantially evenly across the bottom of a hole.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the rod comprises a rigid material.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , where the rigid material comprises metal claim 3 , ceramic claim 3 , plastic claim 3 , wood claim 3 , or a composite.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , where movement of the rod is configured to be constrained to only vertical movement.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the first portion of the rod is placed substantially at the vertical interface of the structural component and the soil or the interface of soil layers at a deeper location.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the displacement sensor displays above the surface the displacement of the rod.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , where the displacement sensor is an electronic sensor or a mechanical sensor.9. A method of monitoring soil stabilization comprising:positioning at least ...

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05-03-2020 дата публикации

LAKE RESTORATION SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES

Номер: US20200071897A1
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Systems and methods of restoring a lake including dredging, island creation, water treatment, real estate development, computer modeling of environmental conditions, wave height reduction, sediment removal and encapsulation, bathymetry contouring, littoral zone restoration, plant restoration, and/or fish restoration. 1. A system to restore a body of water , comprising:one or more dredgers to remove sediment from a bed of the body of water to increase depth of the body of water; andone or more geotubes to receive and encapsulate sediment removed from the bed of the body of water, the one or more geotubes to be arranged to form a border for one or more islands within the body of water, the one or more islands positioned to at least one of (i) disrupt wind patterns across a surface of the body of water, (ii) reduce fetch length, and (iii) impede wave action, wherein the one or more dredgers pump sediment to fill the geotubes, andwherein the one or more dredgers pump sediment to provide island material to infill the border formed by the geotubes for each of the one or more islands to construct the one or more islands.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising computer modeling to model:the wind patterns across a surface of the body of water;wave action of the body of water; andforce exerted by waves on the bed of the body of water.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein each of the one or more geotubes comprises geotextile material configured to allow passage of water and to retain the sediment received therein.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more dredgers are further to claim 1 , when pumping sediment to fill the geotube claim 1 , drive water out of the one or more geotubes to consolidate and compress the sediment.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more premanufactured vertical drains (PVDs) to be positioned within the island material of the one or more islands to facilitate dewatering of island material and aid compaction of the one or ...

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18-03-2021 дата публикации

Method for producing a component free of toe pressure

Номер: US20210079618A1
Автор: Michal Bubenicek
Принадлежит: Keller Holding GmbH

The invention relates to a method for producing a component, such as a structural member, free of toe pressure, including the steps of: introducing a soluble material into soil and introducing a component into the soil on the soluble material.

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14-03-2019 дата публикации

GROUTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20190078343A1
Автор: Hwang Woon Sik
Принадлежит: YOOGU E&C Co., Ltd

The present invention relates to a grouting apparatus. In detail, the present invention provides a grouting apparatus which injects a reinforcing material into an object in which an injection hole into which the reinforcing material is injected is formed, the grouting apparatus including: a pumping unit which pumps the reinforcing material to be injected into the object; an injection pipe which has one side connected to the pumping unit, and the other side inserted into the injection hole, and injects the reinforcing material conveyed by the pumping unit into the object; a vibration generating unit which generates vibration; and a vibration wire which has one end coupled to the vibration generating unit, and the other end extending along the injection pipe and coupled to a tip of the injection pipe, and transmits the vibration generated by the vibration generating unit to the injection pipe. 1. A grouting apparatus which injects a reinforcing material into an object in which an injection hole into which the reinforcing material is injected is formed , the grouting apparatus comprising:a pumping unit which pumps the reinforcing material to be injected into the object;an injection pipe which has one side connected to the pumping unit, and the other side inserted into the injection hole, and injects the reinforcing material conveyed by the pumping unit into the object;a vibration generating unit which generates vibration; anda vibration wire which has one end coupled to the vibration generating unit, and the other end extending along the injection pipe and coupled to a tip of the injection pipe, and transmits the vibration generated by the vibration generating unit to the injection pipe,wherein the vibration wire is spirally wound around the injection pipe so as to be tightly attached to an outer portion of the injection pipe in a longitudinal direction of the injection pipe.2. The grouting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the number of injection pipes is more than one ...

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23-03-2017 дата публикации

Self-Propelled Construction Machine

Номер: US20170080797A1
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A self-propelled construction machine, comprises a machine frame, on which a working unit is arranged, and comprises a drive unit for driving the working unit. An additive, in particular a urea solution for operating an exhaust gas treatment system, is provided in an operating material tank which is integrated in the fuel tank or water tank of the construction machine. The integration of the operating material tank in the fuel tank or water tank does not necessitate any modifications to the machine frame. The dimensions of the construction machine can also remain unchanged, since the fuel tank does not take up any extra space on the machine frame if the dimensions of the fuel tank or water tank are maintained. 1. A self-propelled construction machine , comprising:a machine frame;a working unit arranged on the machine frame and configured to carry out work for a building operation;a drive unit arranged on the machine frame and configured to drive the working unit, the drive unit including at least one internal combustion;a first tank formed as an integral component of the machine frame, the first tank being either a fuel tank configured to hold fuel for the at least one internal combustion engine or a water tank; andan operating material tank received in the first tank, the operating material tank being configured to hold liquid operating material.2. The construction machine of claim 1 , wherein:the drive unit includes an exhaust gas treatment system; andthe operating material tank is configured to hold a urea solution additive for the exhaust gas treatment system, the urea solution additive being the operating material.3. The construction machine of claim 1 , wherein:the operating material tank is configured as an exchangeable unit removable from the first tank.4. The construction machine of claim 3 , wherein:the first tank includes an access opening; andthe operating material tank is received in the access opening and seals the access opening.5. The construction ...

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12-06-2014 дата публикации

MEASURING UNDERGROUND PRESSURE

Номер: US20140161540A1
Автор: Barron Brent, Bock Michael
Принадлежит: Uretek USA, Inc.

The present invention relates to in-place soil stabilization. Specifically, the present invention relates a method and device for measuring the increase in subsurface earth pressure during the injection of a stabilizing agent into the soil. The rise in sensor pressure indicates an increase in soil strength and bearing capacity. Therefore, real-time monitoring of these pressures may serve as a guide during the injection process. 1. A method for stabilizing soil comprising:drilling at least one injection hole in soil to be stabilized;drilling at least one monitoring hole in the soil to be stabilized;placing a pressure sensing bulb in the at least one monitoring hole;injecting into the at least one injection hole a soil stabilization agent;receiving, through the soil located between the pressure bulb and the at least one injection hole, a measurement of the pressure of the soil as the soil stabilization agent is being injected; andterminating injection of the soil stabilization agent when the pressure bulb indicates the soil has exceeded a predetermined pressure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the injecting step is repeated at different depth levels for stabilizing layers of soil.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the depth levels are spaced approximately 1 meter from each other.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the soil stabilization agent is a polymer.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the polymer is an expandable polymer that produces heat upon expanding.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of injecting the soil stabilization agent is performed in time intervals ranging from 5 to 20 seconds.7. A method for stabilizing soil comprising:drilling at least one injection hole in soil to be stabilized;drilling at least one monitoring hole in the soil to be stabilized;placing a temperature sensor in the at least one monitoring hole;injecting into the at least one injection hole a soil stabilization agent;receiving, through the soil located between the temperature ...

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23-03-2017 дата публикации

Soil Densification System and Method

Номер: US20170081820A1
Принадлежит: GEOPIER FOUNDATION COMPANY, INC.

A soil densification system and method is disclosed. The presently disclosed soil densification system includes an air delivery probe or pipe that can be driven or otherwise installed into a soil mass. An inlet of the air delivery probe is supplied by an air compressor and an air storage tank, which are used for the rapid delivery of air impulses or bursts into the air delivery probe, whereas the air impulses or bursts are expelled out of an outlet of the air delivery probe and into the soil mass. The method of using the presently disclosed soil densification system includes the steps of inserting the end of the air delivery probe into the soil mass to any desired depth and then releasing an impulse or burst of air into the soil mass, thereby forming a densified region in the soil mass via the forces of the air impulse. 1. An apparatus for densification of a soil mass , the apparatus comprising:a. an air delivery primary tube having an upper end and a lower end, the primary tube further having one or more ports formed at the lower end of the primary tube, the one or more ports comprising a closure mechanism repeatedly operable between an open position and a closed position while disposed in a soil mass; andb. a pressurized air system connected to the primary tube, wherein the pressurized air system comprises a stored volume of air connected to an air source, the pressurized air system delivering controlled air bursts into the primary tube and delivering controlled air bursts into the soil mass.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pressurized air system is secured at the upper end of the primary tube.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the closure mechanism is a valve or a nozzle.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the closure mechanism comprises a bulbous nozzle that nests with the open end of the tube and is operable between an open position and a closed nested position.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a cover covering the one or more ports ...

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31-03-2022 дата публикации

PRESSURIZATION THERMO-SENSITIVE GASIFICATION PHASE CHANGE CONSOLIDATION AND THERMAL DESENSITIZATION INTERMITTENT EVAPORATOR USING SAME

Номер: US20220098813A1
Автор: JIN YAWEI
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The disclosure provides a thermal desensitization intermittent evaporator. The thermal desensitization intermittent evaporator includes a shell and at least one heating body disposed in the shell, wherein the heating body includes an electrical heating body and a wire connecting the electrical heating body, the wire is lead out from the shell to connect a power source; the electrical heating body includes a heating tube base and a metal joint mounted on the top of the heating tube base, the heating tube base includes upper and lower two bases, the upper base is a conductive low-heat-conduction material, and the lower base is a conductive heat-generating material. The disclosure can realize intermittent heating and high-pressure steam injection, thereby improving the activity of a water molecule, rapidly flowing to a low-temperature area and improving the efficiency of consolidation. 1. A thermal desensitization intermittent evaporator , comprising: a shell and at least one heating body disposed in the shell , the heating body comprising an electrical heating body and a wire connecting the electrical heating body , the wire being lead out from the shell to connect a power source , wherein the electrical heating body comprises a heating tube base and a metal joint mounted on the top of the heating tube base , the metal joint connects the wire , the heating tube base comprises upper and lower two bases , the upper base is a conductive low-heat-conduction material , the lower base is a conductive heat-generating material , and the upper base is connected with the metal joint.2. The thermal desensitization intermittent evaporator according to claim 1 , wherein a gas injection hole is formed in the shell claim 1 , or the shell is a ceramic micropore sleeve.3. The thermal desensitization intermittent evaporator according to claim 1 , wherein the conductive low-heat-conduction material is low-heat-conduction graphite.4. The thermal desensitization intermittent evaporator ...

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25-03-2021 дата публикации

Cutting Tool Adapter and Method of Underpinning Structures Using Cutting Tool Adapter for Soil Mixing

Номер: US20210087774A1
Принадлежит: Schnabel Foundation Company

A cutting tool adapter for creating an underpinning structure and method of creating the underpinning structure are provided. In some examples, the cutting tool adapter may connect a cutting tool to a working machine arm to enable the cutting tool to cut and dislodge soil below an existing foundation or structure. As the soil is cut and dislodged, it is mechanical mixed with an additive, such as a cementitious material, via the cutting tool. The mixed soil and additive may then harden in the area below the existing structure or foundation to create an underpinning structure to provide additional support for the existing structure or foundation. 1. A method of underpinning an existing structure , comprising:creating an approach pit in an area adjacent to soil below the existing structure;inserting a mechanical cutting tool into the approach pit, the mechanical cutting tool including at least a rotatable drum and plurality of cutting blades attached thereto and inserting the mechanical cutting tool into the approach pit including rotating the mechanical cutting tool about a first axis of rotation located between the mechanical cutting tool and an arm of a working machine;cutting and dislodging soil below the existing structure by rotating the drum and plurality of cutting blades relative to a remaining portion of the cutting tool and about a second axis of rotation different from the first axis of rotation;introducing an additive to the soil below the existing structure;using the mechanical cutting tool, mixing the soil and the additive in an area below the existing structure; andallowing the mixed soil and additive to harden forming an underpinning structure below the existing structure.2. The method of underpinning an existing structure of claim 1 , wherein the cutting tool is one of: a transverse cutting tool and an axial cutting tool.3. The method of underpinning an existing structure of claim 1 , wherein introducing the additive is performed while the cutting and ...

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21-03-2019 дата публикации

Dry Mix and Concrete Composition Containing Bed Ash and Related Methods

Номер: US20190084883A1
Принадлежит:

Embodiments of a dry mix for producing a concrete composition are provided. The dry mix includes aggregate, cement, and bed ash. The bed ash contains the combustion product of a fluidized bed coal combustion reaction. Additionally, embodiments of a method of preparing the dry mix and embodiments of a method of preparing a concrete composition are provided. The dry mix is also suitable for repairing soil slips, and embodiments of a method of repairing a soil slip are also provided. 1. A dry mix , comprising:aggregate;cement; andbed ash;wherein the bed ash comprises a combustion product of a fluidized bed coal combustion reaction.2. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the ratio of bed ash to cement is from 3:1 to 5:1.3. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the ratio of bed ash to cement is 4:1.4. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the cement and the bed ash are premixed such that the cement coats the bed ash.5. The dry mix of claim 1 , comprising:from 35% to 75% by weight aggregate;from 30% to 50% by weight bed ash; andfrom 5% to 15% by weight cement.6. The dry mix of claim 1 , comprising:about 50% by weight aggregate;about 40% by weight bed ash; andabout 10% by weight cement.7. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the aggregate is 2″×3″ rock.8. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the aggregate is limestone.9. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the fluidized bed coal combustion reaction involves high-sulfur coal.10. The dry mix of claim 9 , wherein the combustion product has been post treated with quicklime.11. The dry mix of claim 1 , further comprising fluorite.12. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the bed ash meets the requirements of the EPA Class 1 water quality standards claim 1 , as tested according to ASTM D3987-85.13. The dry mix of claim 1 , wherein the cement includes at least one of type I cement claim 1 , type II cement claim 1 , type III cement claim 1 , or calcium sulfoaluminate cement.14. A method of preparing a dry mix claim 1 , comprising the steps of:providing bed ash ...

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30-03-2017 дата публикации

BIO-DERIVED COMPOSITION FOR DUST CONTROL

Номер: US20170088760A1
Автор: Bahr James Allen
Принадлежит: NDSU RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Bio-derived glycerides formed from a reaction between waste glycerol and biodegradable or bio-derived fatty acid esters such as crude biodiesel or soybean oil triglycerides are useful as dust suppressants. 1. A composition comprising a biomaterial comprising a mixture of bio-derived glycerides , wherein the composition formulated for use as a dust control agent.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the bio-derived glycerides comprise at least one glyceride selected from the group consisting of a monoglyceride claim 1 , a diglyceride claim 1 , and a triglyceride.3. The composition of further comprising glycerol claim 2 , and wherein the bio-derived glycerides comprise at least one monoglyceride claim 2 , at least one diglyceride claim 2 , and at least one triglyceride.4. The composition of claim 3 , wherein the biomaterial comprises heterogeneous bio-derived glycerides.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the bio-derived glyceride is produced from a reaction between glycerol and a biodegradable or bio-derived fatty acid ester.6. The composition of claim 5 , wherein the glycerol is obtained from an organic waste stream.7. The composition of claim 5 , wherein the biodegradable or bio-derived fatty acid ester comprises a plant oil claim 5 , an animal fat claim 5 , or a fatty acid methyl ester (FAME).8. The composition of claim 7 , wherein the plant oil comprises soybean oil.9. The composition of claim 7 , wherein the fatty acid methyl ester comprises biodiesel.10. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising at least one additive selected from the group consisting of a dust control agent claim 1 , a cross-linking agent claim 1 , a drying agent claim 1 , a hygroscopic agent claim 1 , a stabilizing agent claim 1 , and a defoaming agent.11. A method for making a biomaterial claim 1 , the method comprising reacting glycerol and a biodegradable or bio-derived fatty acid ester under conditions to produce a biomaterial comprising at least one monoglyceride claim 1 , at ...

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30-03-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR INSULATING SUB-SOIL

Номер: US20170089026A1
Принадлежит: TOTAL SA

This invention relates to a method for insulating sub-soil comprising mechanically destructuring the sub-soil, injecting an insulating material into the destructured sub-soil, and mixing the sub-soil and the insulating material. The thermal conductivity of the insulating material is strictly lower than the thermal conductivity of the sub-soil. 1. A method for insulating a sub-soil comprising the steps of:/a/ mechanically destructuring said sub-soil;/b/ injecting an insulating material into said destructured sub-soil;/c/ mixing said sub-soil, and said insulating material;wherein the thermal conductivity of said insulating material is strictly lower than the thermal conductivity of the sub-soil.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the destructuring of said sub-soil comprises:drilling an injection well;displacing an injection nozzle in the injection well;injecting during the displacement of a destructuring fluid at high pressure able to destructure the sub-soil via said injection nozzle;and wherein the injection of said insulation is carried out during said displacement.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mixing of said sub-soil and of said insulating material comprises:rotating a mechanical shaft in said sub-soil.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating material comprises a material that solidifies after injection.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the solidification comprises an exothermic reaction.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the insulating material comprises a hydrophobic material.7. The method according to claim 2 , wherein a temperature of said destructing fluid is 20° C. higher than a temperature of the ground.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method further comprises:/d/ drilling a production well in said sub-soil mixed with said insulating material.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the mixed sub-soil has the shape of an inverted cone. The present application is a ...

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05-05-2022 дата публикации

Porous displacement piles meeting filter design criteria for rapid consolidation and densification of subsurface soils and intermediate geomaterials

Номер: US20220136198A1
Автор: Ramesh Chandra Gupta
Принадлежит: Individual

The porous displacement piles comprising (a) closed-ended pipe piles with small holes and or narrow slots, filled with compacted sandy soil, (b) closed-ended porous pipe piles such as closed-ended pipe pile with very small holes and or very narrow slots, and (c) a precast prestressed porous concrete piles are driven through inside the already driven non-displacement hollow pipe piles in a grid pattern to create excess pore-water pressures generally ranging between 50 and 1500 kPa in cohesive soils, which begin dissipating through inside the porous displacement piles to rapidly consolidate and densify the said cohesive soil. The porous displacement piles are designed for permitting free flow of the pressurized pore-water and to prevent migration of particles of cohesive soil into the porous displacement pile using filter design criteria or verified by laboratory tests. These piles when driven in sandy soils densify sandy soils instantaneously.

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05-05-2022 дата публикации

No Vibration Stone Column Drill

Номер: US20220136199A1
Автор: MCMILLAN Jaron Lyell
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A drill including a drill flight where the drill flight changes angle from a primary flight angle (A) to a secondary flight angle (A).

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01-04-2021 дата публикации

TRENCH CUTTER AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A CUT TRENCH IN THE SOIL

Номер: US20210095435A1
Принадлежит: BAUER SPEZIALTIEFBAU GMBH

The invention relates to a trench cutter and a method for producing a cut trench in the soil having a cutter frame, at least one pair of cutting wheels which are supported and driven in a rotatable manner on a lower end of the cutter frame, wherein each cutting wheel has a plurality of cutting teeth along its outer circumference, and a supply and/or discharge means for supplying or discharging a cutting liquid to or from the cut trench in the region of the cutting wheels. According to the invention provision is made in that spaced from the supply and/or discharge means a cleaning device is provided for cleaning the cutting wheels during the cutting operation with a cleaning fluid and in that the cleaning device has a plurality of cleaning nozzles which are directed onto the outer circumference of at least one cutting wheel and designed to inject the cleaning fluid to loosen adhering soil material. 114.-. (canceled)15. A trench cutter for producing a cut trench in the soil havinga cutter frame,at least one pair of cutting wheels which are supported and driven in a rotatable manner on a lower end of the cutter frame, wherein each cutting wheel has a plurality of cutting teeth along its outer circumference, anda supply and/or discharge means for supplying or discharging a cutting liquid to or from the cut trench in the region of the cutting wheels,wherein spaced from the supply and/or discharge means a cleaning device is provided for cleaning the cutting wheels during the cutting operation with a cleaning fluid andwherein the cleaning device has a plurality of cleaning nozzles which are directed onto the outer circumference of at least one cutting wheel and designed to inject the cleaning fluid to loosen adhering soil material,whereinon the cutter frame reamer plates are arranged for scraping off adhering soil material from the cutting wheels, andthe cleaning nozzles are integrated into the reamer plates or fixed close thereto.16. The trench cutter according to claim ...

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12-05-2022 дата публикации

Shear Resistant Drain System for Improving Weak Foundation Soils

Номер: US20220145545A1
Принадлежит: Tbt Engineering Ltd

Shear drain devices are used to prepare ground with a weak soil layer to receive a static load, for example a structural foundation or a soil embankment, in which the ground includes a weak soil layer that consists of fine grained soils over a base layer. Each shear drain devices each include an elongate perforated pipe member, a surrounding reinforcement member providing tensile reinforcement and aggregate fill. The ground is prepared by (i) inserting the pipe members and reinforcement members in an upright orientation within the fine grained soils such that fluid in the surrounding soil can readily pass into the pipe members and (ii) subsequently placing the aggregate fill in the pipe members to occupy the hollow interior thereof such that the resulting shear drain devices increase a shear strength of the weak soil layer.

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12-05-2022 дата публикации

Precise lifting method and lifting and reinforcing structure for plant equipment foundation

Номер: US20220145576A1

The present application relates to a precise lifting method and a lifting and reinforcing structure for a plant equipment foundation. The method includes the construction steps of: forming a curtain wall: drilling downwards at two sides of the plant equipment to form curtain holes and grouting the curtain holes, in which the grouting areas overlap each other to form two parallel curtain walls; forming a reinforcing body: drilling grouting holes inclining downwards, grouting the grouting holes to form the reinforcing body attached to a lower surface of a baseplate of the plant equipment foundation among a bottom of the baseplate and two curtain walls; and lifting: drilling lifting holes obliquely downwards to below the bottom of the reinforcing body and between two curtain walls; and conducting pressure grouting to the bottom of the lifting holes and then backward grouting upwards layer by layer.

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30-04-2015 дата публикации

HYDROPHILIZATION POLYMERS AND METHODS FOR USE

Номер: US20150113873A1
Принадлежит: Rhodia Operations

Soil/seed hydrophilization polymers comprising: monomer Acomprising at least one betaine group or at least one cationic group; and optionally, monomer Bcomprising at least one non-ionic group or at least one anionic group, wherein the polymer is water-soluble or water-dispersible; and provided that if the monomer Acomprises a cationic group, the monomer Ba must be present and comprise an anionic group. Also disclosed are methods for treating soil comprising contacting the hydrophilization polymer with the soil, with improvements including increase in hydrophilicity of the soil, increase in root characteristics, increase in germination rates, as compared to soil without the hydrophilization polymer. 1. A soil additive composition comprising: [{'sub': 'b', '(i) monomer Acomprising at least one betaine group or at least one cationic group; and'}, {'sub': 'a', '(ii) optionally, monomer Bcomprising at least one non-ionic group or at least one anionic group,'}], 'a polymer comprising{'sub': b', 'a, 'wherein the polymer is water-soluble or water-dispersible; and provided that if the monomer Acomprises a cationic group, the monomer Bmust be present and comprise an anionic group; and'}a seed at least partially coated by the polymer.2. The soil additive composition of wherein the betaine group is chosen froma) -alkylsulphonates or -phosphonates of dialkylammonioalkyl acrylates or methacrylates, -acrylamides or -methacrylamides;b) -heterocyclic betaine monomers;c) -alkylsulphonates or -phosphonates of dialkylammonioalkylallylics;d) -alkylsulphonates or -phosphonates of dialkylammonioalkylstyrenes;e) -betaines resulting from ethylenically unsaturated anhydrides and dienes; orf) -phosphobetaines.4. The soil additive composition of wherein the monomer Acomprising the betaine group selected from:sulphopropyldimethylammonioethyl methacrylate (SPE),sulphoethyldimethylammonioethyl methacrylate,sulphobutyldimethylammonioethyl methacrylate,sulphohydroxypropyldimethylammonioethyl ...

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26-04-2018 дата публикации

SOIL STABILIZER

Номер: US20180112130A1
Автор: Wallace Jeff
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Compositions and methods for resisting soil erosion are shown. The compositions comprise either an aqueous mixture of a polymer mixed with an organic material or, alternatively, a polymer and organic material that can be mixed in water. The polymer preferably comprises polyacrylamide having anionic functional groups and the organic base comprises either cellulose, mulch and/or seed, and/or mulch. The methods of the present invention comprise providing or forming an aqueous mixture of the compositions of the present invention and applying them to an area of land sought to be provided with soil erosion resistance. 1. A method for reducing soil erosion from an area of land comprising:providing a copolymer of linear polyacrylamide comprising anionic polyacrylamide ranging between 38-92% and sodium acrylate;providing an organic material selected from the group consisting of paper mulch, wood fiber mulch, or cellulose;mixing approximately 3000 gallons of water with the copolymer to form a first admixture, an amount of copolymer present in the first admixture being selected from a range of 8-10 gallons; andmixing the first admixture with the organic material to form a second admixture, an amount of organic material present in the second admixture being selected from a range of 2000-2500 pounds.2. The method of further comprising:applying the second admixture to the area of land, the area of land being approximately one acre of land and having a slope gradient ranging from 6:1 to 1:1.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the copolymer is present in an amount of 9 gallons and the organic material is present in an amount of 2000 pounds.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the organic material is selected from the group consisting of cellulose and paper mulch.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein said mulch is selected from the group consisting of cellulose and wood fiber mulch.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the application of the second admixture is accomplished via a hydroseeder ...

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26-04-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR IMPROVING GROUND

Номер: US20180112368A1
Автор: HANEDA Ataru
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A method for improving ground is capable of preventing a clod whose representative size is large from remaining in the ground. The method for improving ground includes cutting a ground by injecting a cutting fluid (e.g. high-pressure water or high-pressure air: including a case where a solidification material is injected) from jet devices, feeding a solidification material, mixing the cut ground, the cutting fluid and the solidification material, and agitating a mixture thereof to form an underground consolidated body. A plurality of nozzles are located at an interval in a vertical direction in the jet devices, and when the cutting fluid is injected, a cutting fluid is injected from an upward nozzle in a downward skewed direction, and a cutting fluid is injected from a downward nozzle in an upward skewed direction. 1. A method for improving ground comprising the steps of: cutting a ground by injecting a cutting fluid from jet devices; feeding a solidification material; mixing a cut ground , the cutting fluid and the solidification material; and agitating a mixture thereof to form an underground consolidated body , whereina plurality of nozzles are located at an interval in a vertical direction in the jet devices, and when the cutting fluid is injected, a cutting fluid jet is injected from an upward nozzle in a downward skewed direction, and a cutting fluid jet is injected from a downward nozzle in an upward skewed direction.2. The method for improving ground according to claim 1 , wherein the method for improving ground comprises a step of adjusting the angle of the nozzles.3. The method for improving ground according to claim 1 , wherein the method for improving ground comprises a step of adjusting the interval between the nozzles in a vertical direction.4. The method for improving ground according to claim 2 , wherein the method for improving ground comprises a step of adjusting the interval between the nozzles in a vertical direction. The present invention ...

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09-06-2022 дата публикации

SLUDGE THREE-DIMENSIONAL ELECTROOSMOSIS DRAINAGE REINFORCEMENT METHOD BASED ON ELECTRIC GEOTEXTILE COMPLEX

Номер: US20220178101A1
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Disclosed is a sludge three-dimensional electroosmosis drainage reinforcing method based on a novel electric geotextile complex, and belongs to the field of soft soil foundation reinforcement. A novel electric geotextile complex is adopted, and a designed multidirectional three-dimensional continuous electroosmosis drainage method is adopted to perform rapid drainage reinforcement treatment on sludge, wherein the electric geotextile complex is prepared by combining fibers and conductive materials with a flexible drainage plate and has the effects of electric conductive, drainage, corrosion resistance and reinforcement. The proposed drainage method can realize the electroosmotic drainage in vertical and horizontal directions. Through layer by layer electroosmosis from bottom to top, the consolidation drainage effect of sludge in the lower layer can be enhanced by the increasing loading pressure from the upper sludge. After the vertical electroosmosis is completed, the method of exchange electrode is used to conduct horizontal electroosmosis in opposite direction. 1. A sludge three-dimensional electroosmosis drainage reinforcing method based on an electric geotextile complex , comprising:(1) constructing the electric geotextile complex, wherein the electric geotextile complex is a complex with a three-layer structure, an upper layer and a lower layer are electric geotextiles formed by fibers and conductive materials interweaved with each other, and a middle layer is a flexible drainage plate; a proportion of the conductive materials in the electric geotextiles is no less than 5% by mass; a drainage channel is arranged inside the flexible drainage plate, and a drainage hole is arranged on a surface of the flexible drainage plate, and the three layers are flexibly overlapped and fixed; the drainage hole on the surface of the flexible drainage plate is used for collecting water discharged from surrounding sludge, and an internal drainage channel is used to horizontally ...

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13-05-2021 дата публикации

Device and Method for Mud Solidification Based on Electro-Osmosis Well Points Cooperating with Well-Points Dewatering

Номер: US20210139361A1
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A device and method for mud solidification based on electro-osmosis well points cooperating with well-points dewatering. The method includes the following steps: 1) preparation; 2) construction of well point pipe positioning frame beams; 3) assembly of a mobile trestle platform; 4) well point pipe arrangement; 5) well point/electro-osmosis dewatering; 6) filtrate treatment; 7) well point pipe dismantling; and 8) excavation and transportation of solidified drilling slag for utilization. According to the disclosure, well point pipes are adopted and used as an anode and a cathode of an electro-osmosis well, and on-site quick solidification of pile foundation mud is implemented through the electro-osmosis combined with light well-points dewatering; by the adoption of the well point pipe positioning frame beams, the problems that drilling slag in a sedimentation tank has a large water content and it is difficult to arrange and fix the well point pipes are well solved. 112345678910131415161718252324346618766786171671491415132110. A device for mud solidification based on electro-osmosis well points cooperating with well-points dewatering , comprising a mud tank () , a sedimentation tank () , well point pipe support beams () , well point pipe positioning frame beams () , channel steel bearing beams () around a shore , well point pipes () , a water collecting main pipe () , connecting elbows () , a vacuum water pump house () , a mud discharging pipe () , a slurry storage tank () , a primary cleaning tank () , a secondary cleaning tank () , a connecting wire () , a DC generator () and filter pipes (); wherein the sedimentation tank () has a rectangular structure , the channel steel bearing beams () around a shore are laid on a tank wall inner side of the sedimentation tank () , the well point pipe support beams () are laid at the top of the sedimentation tank () at equal intervals in a direction parallel to a short edge of the sedimentation tank , and the well point pipe ...

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17-07-2014 дата публикации

METHOD FOR EVACUATING TRANSFER AIR FROM A MIXTURE OF PRESSURIZED AIR AND BINDING AGENT

Номер: US20140199125A1
Автор: Jonninen Markku
Принадлежит: Allu Group Oy

A method for evacuating transfer air contained in a binding agent from a mixture of pressurized air and binding agent when stabilizing earth masses by adding binding agent. In the method is used an apparatus comprising means for producing pressurized air, a binding agent container, a supply pipe for the mixture of pressurized air and binding agent, and an apparatus for mixing the binding agent into the earth mass. The pressurized air used for transferring the binding agent is evacuated through a separate discharge pipe by means of the following measures before the pressurized air is conveyed into the earth mass: 1) the binding agent is conveyed into a storage space with a binding agent discharge opening into the ground, and 2) the pressure level in the apparatus is adjusted to be such that the pressure in the storage space exceeds the counterpressure caused by the ground at the discharge opening, whereupon the binding agent discharges from the storage space via the discharge opening out into the ground and at least a part of the air discharges controllably from the upper part of the storage space into the discharge pipe. 1. A method for evacuating transfer air contained in a binding agent from a mixture of pressurized air and binding agent when stabilizing earth masses by adding binding agent , in which method is used an apparatus comprising means for producing pressurized air , a binding agent container , a supply pipe for the mixture of pressurized air and binding agent , and an apparatus for mixing the binding agent into the earth mass , and in which method the pressurized air used for transferring the binding agent is evacuated through a separate discharge pipe by means of the following measures before the pressurized air is conveyed into the earth mass:1) the binding agent is conveyed into a storage space with a binding agent discharge opening into the ground; and2) the pressure level in the apparatus is adjusted to be such that the pressure in the storage ...

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16-04-2020 дата публикации

Treatment System and Method for Ex-situ Carbonization and Solidification of Silt Soil Using Active Magnesium Oxide

Номер: US20200115875A1
Принадлежит: SOUTHEAST UNIVERSITY

A method for an ex-situ carbonization and solidification of silt soil using an active magnesium oxide, pertaining to the field of civil and hydraulic engineering. The method includes the steps of silt pretreatment, homomixing of solidifying agents, silt granulation, carbonization by carbon dioxide, exhaust gas/waste liquid collection, and resource utilization. In the method, the supply amount of the solidifying agent is adjusted through the actual measurement of the moisture content, and the granule size and carbon dioxide pressure are adjusted according to the soil properties. Therefore, a full mixing of the silt with the solidifying agents and a rapid carbonization of the magnesium oxide solidified silt granules can be achieved. Moreover, the dust and carbon dioxide can be absorbed during the operation, thereby avoiding secondary pollution. The silt carbonized granules can be used as filling materials for roadbeds, airport runways, engineering backfills, etc. 1. A treatment system for an ex-situ carbonization and solidification of silt soil using an active magnesium oxide , comprising a pretreatment device , a solidifying agent supply device , a homomixing device , a granulating device , a carbonization device , and a collection device; whereinthe pretreatment device is respectively connected to a water storage tank and a buffer bin, and the buffer bin is further provided with a moisture sensor;the homomixing device comprises a first metering hopper, a second metering hopper, a third metering hopper, a conveyor belt, a homomixing stirrer and a first feed hopper; the first metering hopper is connected to the buffer bin through a first picking device; the conveyor belt is located at lower portions of the first metering hopper, the second metering hopper, and the third metering hopper; the first feed hopper is located below a blanking end of the conveyor belt, and the first feed hopper is fixed above the homomixing stirrer; bottoms of the first metering hopper, the ...

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27-05-2021 дата публикации

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR TREATING SOFT SOIL FOUNDATIONS

Номер: US20210156103A1
Автор: Shang Yuequan, Sun Hongyue
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A device and a method for treating soft soil foundations, the device comprises: a drainage plate (), a water collection well (), and a pressurizing drainage pipe (), the pressurizing drainage pipe () is connected to the bottom of the drainage plate and the bottom of the water collection well through pipelines; a pressurizing module comprises: film (), the film () is impermeable and covers the soft soil foundation; a pile-loading body (), the pile-loading body () is arranged on the film; air compressor () has a pressurizing end with a space below the film to make a soil layer of the soft soil foundation below the film under an air pressure higher than the atmospheric pressure, so that the underground water discharge process can be started. 1. A device for treating soft soil foundations , the device comprising:a drainage plate, the drainage plate is a vertical drainage component which is inserted into a soft soil foundation and has a vertical internal gap and a side pore;a water collection well, a depth of the water collection well is 10-20 m;a pressurizing drainage pipe, the pressurizing drainage pipe is connected to a bottom of the drainage plate and a bottom of the water collection well through pipelines; and a film, the film is impermeable and covers the soft soil foundation;', 'a pile-loading body, the pile-loading body is arranged on the film; and', 'an air compressor, the air compressor has a pressurizing end with a space below the film to make a soil layer of the soft soil foundation below the film under an air pressure higher than an atmospheric pressure, so that the underground water discharge process can be started, wherein a weight of the pile-loading body is borne by the film and a maximum air pressure below the film is kept in balance with the weight of the pile-loading body., 'a pressurizing module comprising2. The device for treating soft soil foundations according to claim 1 , wherein the pressurization module also comprises an air-permeable layer ...

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27-05-2021 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INJECTING EXPANDING RESINS INTO SOILS TO BE CONSOLIDATED

Номер: US20210156104A1
Автор: BIRTELE Andrea
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A system for injecting expanding resins into soils to be consolidated, includes a pump apparatus which is operationally associated, at a delivery port, with a tubular element which can be inserted into a respective hole defined in the soil to be consolidated and is adapted to send to the tubular element a mixture at a preset supply pressure. The tubular element has a number of holes, at least two of the holes including respective calibrated holes. 18- (canceled)9. A system for injecting expanding resins into soils to be consolidated , the system comprises: a pump apparatus operationally associated , at a delivery port , with a tubular element which is configured to be inserted into a respective hole defined in a soil to be consolidated and is adapted to send to said tubular element a mixture at a preset supply pressure , said tubular element having , at a lateral surface thereof , a plurality of holes mutually spaced apart along a direction of longitudinal extension of said tubular element ,wherein at least two of said plurality of holes comprise respective calibrated holes, an estimate of a rupture pressure of the soil being calculated at each one of said calibrated holes, dimensions of outlets of said calibrated holes and a preset supply pressure of the mixture to said tubular element configured to allow an outflow of the mixture through the respective outlets at a pressure that is higher than said rupture pressure, said pump apparatus being configured to supply intermittently said expanding resin toward said delivery port.10. The system according to claim 9 , wherein said at least two calibrated holes have an outlet that increases progressively as a distance from said delivery port increases.11. The system according to claim 9 , wherein the dimensions of the outlets of said calibrated holes and said preset supply pressure are adapted to ensure a substantially identical flow-rate of the mixture passing through each one of said at least two calibrated holes.12. The ...

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10-05-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MECHANICALLY STABILIZING DEEP SEA SEDIMENTS, MARINE RAW MATERIAL DEPOSITS AND/OR SUBMARINE SLOPE AND/OR CONTROL/CONDITIONING METHOD OF THE HYDRAULIC PROPERTIES OF DEEP SEA SEDIMENTS

Номер: US20180127937A1
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A method for mechanically stabilizing deep sea sediments, marine raw material deposits and/or submarine slope and/or to a control/conditioning method for the hydraulic properties of deep sea sediments. A gas hydrate-forming substance is injected into marine or submarine sediments, and gas hydrate sediment composites are formed. 1. A mechanical stabilization method for deep sea sediment , marine raw material deposits , and/or deep sea slope and/or a method for control/conditioning of the hydraulic properties of deep sea sedimentsincludinginjecting a sediment stabilizing amount of a gas hydrate forming substance into marine or submarine sediments, whereby sediment stabilizing gas hydrate sediment composites are formed.2. The stabilizing and/or controlling method according to claim 1 , wherein in the formation of the gas hydrate sediment composites for static loads and low permeability claim 1 , the injecting of the gas hydrate forming substances is carried out in a non-surface wetting fluid phase under water-limited conditions.3. The stabilizing and/or controlling method according to claim 2 , wherein the gas hydrate sediment composites are Ruined rigid claim 2 , stiff claim 2 , low-deformable and low-permeability.4. The stabilizing and/or controlling method according to claim 1 , wherein the formation of gas hydrates occurs at fluid-solid and/or fluid-fluid interfaces and/or pore throats.5. The stabilizing and/or controlling method according to claim 1 , wherein the sediment particles are predominantly positively connected.6. The stabilizing and/or controlling method according to claim 1 , wherein for the formation of the gas hydrate sediment composites for dynamic loads and high permeability claim 1 , the injection of the gas hydrate forming substances occurs in a surface-wetting fluid phase under non-water-limited conditions.7. The stabilizing and/or controlling procedure according to claim 6 , wherein by injecting the gas hydrate forming substances claim 6 , ...

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21-05-2015 дата публикации

GELATIN SOLUTION

Номер: US20150139732A1
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A method of preventing soil erosion in, among areas, seaside locations, includes drilling holes in the ground and filling the holes with a mixture of the soil and gelatin, and then curing the mixture in situ to form a barrier against soil erosion. 1. A method of controlling soil erosion comprising:creating a mixture of soil and liquid gelatin;forming a hole in the soil;injecting the mixture of soil and gelatin into the hole; and;allowing the mixture of soil and gelatin to cure, thereby forming a stabilization wall within the hole.2. The method of wherein the soil is sand.3. The method of wherein the mixture of soil and gelatin is made by mixing sand and gelatin to the extent that the porosity in the soil is substantially filled with gelatin.4. The method of wherein the hole is formed using slurry drilling techniques.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of stabilization walls are formed and placed seaside to a structure to be protected from erosion.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the hole formed is in the shape of a circular cylinder.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mixture of soil and gelatin is injected through a perforated pipe that is placed into the soil claim 1 , the mixture exiting the pipe through the perforations to form a structure within the soil.8. A substance to prevent soil erosion comprising a mixture of soil and gelatin claim 1 , wherein the gelatin claim 1 , when mixed with the soil claim 1 , occupies substantially all the porosity of the soil.9. The substance of wherein the soil is sand.10. A system to prevent soil erosion claim 8 , comprising:one or more holes formed in the soil, the one or more holes being substantially filled with a mixture of the soil and gelatin;the one or substantially filled holes situated on the seaside of a structure to be protected against erosion. This application is related to and claims priority to U.S. provisional application No. 61/905868, filed Nov. 19, 2013, the entirety of which is herein ...

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21-05-2015 дата публикации

HYBRID FOUNDATION STRUCTURE, AND METHOD FOR BUILDING SAME

Номер: US20150139739A1
Автор: Song Ki Yong
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The present invention relates to a foundation structure vertically installed on the ground, and comprising: an upper support layer formed on the ground in the vertical direction; and a lower support layer formed so as to extend downward from the upper support layer and such that the width thereof is less than that of the upper support layer . The disclosed upper support layer and the lower support layer are structures formed from soil solidified by means of feeding and mixing an earth and soil-solidifying agent therein, and therefore are efficient and prevent overload due to boring equipment. 1. A hybrid foundation structure comprising:{'b': '10', 'an upper support layer formed on the ground in the vertical direction;'}{'b': 20', '10', '10, 'a lower support layer extended downward from the upper support layer in order to have the narrower width compared to the width of the upper support layer , and'}{'b': 10', '20, 'the upper support layer and the lower support layer are formed by the injection of solidified soil which is the mixture of earth, sand, and a soil-solidifying agent.'}2. The hybrid foundation structure according to claim 1 , wherein{'b': 20', '10, 'the lower support layer is formed with deeper depth compared to the depth of the upper support layer .'}3. The hybrid foundation structure according to claim 1 , wherein{'b': '10', 'the upper support layer is formed with narrower width of the lower part compared to the width of the upper part.'}4. The hybrid foundation structure according to claim 3 , wherein{'b': 10', '20', '10, 'the upper support layer is formed into a conical structure, and the upper support layer is extended from the lower part of the upper support layer .'}5. The hybrid foundation structure according to claim 3 , wherein{'b': 10', '20', '11', '10, 'the upper support layer and the lower support layer are formed into a cylindrical structure, and a variable cross-section support layer with a tapering variable cross-sectional structure is ...

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23-04-2020 дата публикации

LUBRICATED SOIL MIXING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20200123728A1
Автор: Kruse Darin R.
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Described herein are tools, systems and methods for conditioning, strengthening and/or improving in situ soil geotechnical or agricultural properties while at least temporarily reducing soil density, energy requirements and tool wear. 1. A system for improving soil comprising a carrier , a soil mixing tool , at least one tool advance additive , and at least one colloidal binding or impermeable material system.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one tool advance additive comprises an industrial foam claim 1 , a polymer claim 1 , an anti claying agent claim 1 , an anti clogging agent claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein soil mixing tool comprises a chassis with at least one of a cutting wheel claim 1 , a bit claim 1 , a drill tool claim 1 , a chain claim 1 , or a drum.4. The system according to claim 3 , wherein the chassis is circumferentially surrounded by at least one revolving chain claim 3 , wherein the at least one revolving chain includes at least one ground engaging element holder.5. The system according to claim 3 , including at least two terminating cutting wheels.6. The system according to claim 3 , wherein the chassis further comprises at least one nozzle.7. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the nozzle is configured to eject the at least one tool advance additive or the at least one colloidal binding or impermeable or agricultural soil amendment material system.8. A method for creating an improved soil in a column or trench comprising:demoulding soil using a soil mixing tool while concurrently ejecting at least one tool advance additive from at least one nozzle associated with the soil mixing tool into the soil and mixing the soil with the at least one tool advance additive thereby creating a improved soil column or trench.9. The method according to claim 8 , further comprising extracting the soil mixing tool while ejecting and mixing at least one binding material with the conditioned ...

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03-06-2021 дата публикации

INTERLOCKING STABILIZATION SYSTEM FOR STABILIZING SLOPE, UNRESTRAINED EARTH OR THE LIKE

Номер: US20210164186A1
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The present invention aims to provide an interlocking stabilization system () for stabilizing slope, unrestrained earth or the like. Accordingly, the interlocking stabilization system () includes: a) a compressed bearing plate (); b) at least one earth anchor () having a plurality of extendable pivotally hinged wings () penetrated to a predetermined depth and in communication with the compressed bearing plate () through a tendon bar/wire (); wherein the compressed bearing plate () is adapted to be compressed and advanced toward the at least one earth anchor () through the tendon bar/wire (), such that a reflective frustum cone or compact soil reaction () is formed thereof; wherein the plurality of extendable pivotally hinged wings () of the at least one earth anchor () is able to extend outwardly to an angle as the earth anchor () is progressively withdrawn under the compression, such that a frustum cone or end bearing force () is formed thereof; and wherein action-reaction forces (reflective frustum and end bearing force) defined between the compressed bearing plate () and progressively with-drawn of the at least one earth anchor () through the tendon bar/wire () are able to eliminate or overcome the active and passive zone pressures existed in the slope, unrestrained earth or the like. 1100100. An interlocking stabilization system () for stabilizing slope , unrestrained earth or the like , the interlocking stabilization system () includes:{'b': '110', 'a) a compressed bearing plate ();'}{'b': 150', '152', '110', '160, 'b) at least one earth anchor () having a plurality of extendable pivotally hinged wings () penetrated to a predetermined depth and in communication with the compressed bearing plate () through a tendon bar/wire ();'}{'b': 110', '150', '160', '112, 'wherein the compressed bearing plate () is adapted to be compressed and advanced toward the at least one earth anchor () through the tendon bar/wire (), such that a reflective frustum cone or compact soil ...

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18-05-2017 дата публикации

GROUND FREEZING METHOD

Номер: US20170138010A1
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A method and a device for freezing the ground are provided with a freeze pipe closed on one front side, and an inner pipe extending into the freeze pipe for supplying a cooling agent, and wherein a hollow body is provided, whose inner diameter is larger than the outer diameter of the freeze pipe. 1. A ground freezing device with a freeze pipe , which is closed at one front side , and an inner pipe extending into the freeze pipe for supplying a cooling agent , characterized in that a hollow body is provided , whose inner diameter is larger than the outer diameter of the freeze pipe.2. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the hollow body comprises a polymer material3. The device according to claim 2 , characterized in that the polymer material is polytetrafluoroethylene.4. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that the hollow body is closed at one of its front sides.5. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that a contact medium having a freezing point of at most 0° C. is located between the freeze pipe and hollow body.6. The device according to claim 5 , characterized in that means for heating the contact medium are provided.7. The device according to claim 6 , characterized in that the means for heating the contact medium comprises an electric heater and/or a heat carrier line for supplying a heat carrier.8. The device according to claim 7 , characterized in that at least a portion of the means for heating the contact medium is wound around the freeze pipe.9. The device according to claim 8 , characterized in that the means for heating the contact medium comprises a heat carrier line for supplying a heat carrier claim 8 , and that the heat carrier line has a predetermined breaking point and/or outlet openings for the heat carrier.10. The device according to claim 1 , characterized in that an exhaust pipe extends into the freeze pipe.11. A ground freezing method comprising using a freeze pipe and an inner pipe extending ...

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28-05-2015 дата публикации

Polyurethane based roadway forming

Номер: US20150147117A1
Автор: Sean Somers WEAVER
Принадлежит: Technisoil Industrial LLC

Provided herein are roadways containing polyurethane materials. A roadway includes a base layer of a compacted in situ material and/or a wear layer disposed on the base layer. One or both of these layers may include the polyurethane material to bind other components in the layers and to form more robust and durable roadway structures capable of withstanding operating loads of the roadway. In some embodiments, the polyurethane material is added to the wear layer by mixing in situ soil and/or foreign aggregate with polyurethane material or by dispensing the polyurethane material over the existing partially formed wear layer. The base layer may or may not include a polyurethane material. The type, concentration, distribution, and processing of the polyurethane material in the wear layer may be the same or different than that in the base layer.

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09-05-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO PROVIDE PRESSED AND AGGREGATE FILLED CONCAVITIES FOR IMPROVING GROUND STIFFNESS AND UNIFORMITY

Номер: US20190136478A1
Автор: White David J.
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Systems and methods to provide pressed aggregate-filled cavities for improving ground stiffness and uniformity are disclosed. According to an aspect, a method includes using a mechanism to press into a ground surface in a substantially downward direction to create a concavity. The method also includes substantially or completely filling the concavity with unstabilized or chemically stabilized aggregate, soil, or sand. Further, the method includes using the mechanism to press the aggregate within the concavity to achieve a desired ground stiffness. 1. A method comprising:using a mechanism to press into a ground surface in a substantially downward direction to create a concavity;substantially filling the concavity with unstabilized or chemically stabilized aggregate, soil, or sand; andusing the mechanism to press the aggregate within the concavity.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein using a mechanism to press into a ground surface comprises using a mandrel to press into the ground surface.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein using a mechanism to press into a ground surface comprises pressing the mechanism under controlled downward force4. The method of claim 1 , wherein using a mechanism to press into a ground surface comprises pressing the mechanism under controlled vertical displacement.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein using a mechanism to press into a ground surface comprises placing the mechanism in the concavity claim 1 , andwherein the method further comprises removing the mechanism from the concavity.6. The method of claim 1 , repeating the steps of filling the concavity with aggregate claim 1 , and using the mechanism to press the aggregate claim 1 , soil claim 1 , or sand within the concavity.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein repeating the steps comprises repeating the steps until the mechanism does not settle under applied pressure near the top of the ground surface or base of the aggregate claim 6 , soil claim 6 , or sand.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein ...

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26-05-2016 дата публикации

COMPUTERISED FEED GROUTING SYSTEM FOR MULTIPLE INLET SLEEVE PIPES

Номер: US20160145823A1
Автор: DEL FRANCESE Mauro
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A system for feeding consolidating mixture for multiple inlet sleeve pipes used for the consolidation grouting of loose ground comprising a computerised distributor valve having an inlet connection connected to a grout pumping system and a plurality of outlet connections capable of delivering cementitious grout to each of the individual inlet pipes of the multiple inlet sleeve pipe connected hydraulically thereto. Each outlet connection has a servo-valve, a pressure measuring device and a flow measuring device connected to a process controller capable of carrying out any desired feed sequence to each individual pipe present in the sleeve pipe, monitoring the pressure and volume of mixture injected. 2. A system for feeding consolidating mixture according to claim 1 , wherein the controller operates a sequence for simultaneous feeding all the secondary pipes present in the sleeve pipe connected thereto bringing about simultaneous opening of all the corresponding servo-valves claim 1 , monitoring pressure and flow respectively for each of these in real time and bringing about the closure of each individual servo-valve when a predetermined delivered pressure and/or flow limit is reached.3. A system for feeding consolidating mixture according to claim 1 , wherein the main delivery body has incorporated mixing means to mix the grout within the main delivery body.4. A system for feeding consolidating mixture according to claim 3 , wherein the said mixing means for mixing the grout within the main delivery body substantially comprises a spiral rotor which extends almost the entire length of the body which is caused to rotate at a suitable rotation speed by suitable incorporated drive means.5. A system for feeding consolidating mixture according to claim 4 , wherein the drive means for the incorporated mixer means comprises an electric motor with or without a mechanical gearbox.6. A system for feeding consolidating mixture according to claim 1 , wherein the distributor body ...

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10-06-2021 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING AN AGGREGATE

Номер: US20210171823A1
Автор: Ayers Rebecca
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An aggregate processing assembly is provided. The processing assembly includes a separator assembly having a central member extending from a first end to a second end, the central member supporting at least one helical flight provided between the first and second ends, the helical flight having a width provided between a proximal end and a distal end. An assembly housing is provided around a portion of the separator assembly, the assembly housing includes a collection portion for receiving processed feed stock which exits the separator assembly radially away from the central member outward past the distal end, and the collection portion includes a first outlet. A second outlet is coupled to the separator assembly for receiving processed feed stock which exits the separator assembly at the second end of the at least one helical flight. A proppant, an aggregate, a system for processing feed stock to produce a proppant or aggregate, and a method of producing a proppant or aggregate is also provided. 1. A proppant resulting from a separator means comprising a plurality of particles , the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of 0.6 or above , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of 0.6 or above.2. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of 0.8 or above claim 1 , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of 0.8 or above.3. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of between 0.8 and 0.9 claim 1 , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of between 0.8 and 0.9.4. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles have an average Krumbein and Sloss Sphericity Value of at least 0.9 claim 1 , and an average Krumbein and Sloss Roundness Value of at least 0.9.5. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles include sand particles.6. The proppant of claim 1 , wherein the particles include silica sand particles ...

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25-05-2017 дата публикации

Methods for Destroying Liquid Organic Contaminants in a Smoldering Combustion Reaction

Номер: US20170144204A1
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A method destroys organic liquid contaminants contained in a plurality of below-ground volumes by smoldering combustion. The method applies heat to at least a portion of a first one of the volumes of organic liquid and forces oxidant into the first volume of organic liquid so as to initiate self-sustaining smoldering combustion of the first volume of organic liquid. The method may terminate the heat applied to the first volume of organic liquid. Next, the method modulates the flow of the oxidant into the first volume of organic liquid so as to cause at least a portion of the first volume of organic liquid to migrate and come into contact with another one of the volumes of organic liquid, so as to propagate the smoldering combustion. In an alternative embodiment, the flow of the oxidant may be modulated to establish a substantially stationary combustion front. 1. A method for destroying , by smoldering combustion , organic liquid contaminants contained in a plurality of below-ground volumes , the method comprising:applying heat to at least a portion of a first one of the volumes of organic liquid and forcing oxidant into the first volume of organic liquid so as to initiate self-sustaining smoldering combustion of the first volume of organic liquid;terminating the heat applied to the first volume of organic liquid; andmodulating flow of the oxidant into the first volume of organic liquid so as to cause at least a portion of the first volume of organic liquid to migrate and come into contact with another one of the volumes of organic liquid, so as to propagate the smoldering combustion.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising causing propagation of the combustion away from a point of ignition of the combustion.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the ground is natural or made ground.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein forcing oxidant through the first volume of organic liquid includes injecting air into the first volume of organic liquid ...

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31-05-2018 дата публикации

Use of a composition for stabilizing a geological formation in oil fields, gas fields, water pumping fields, mining or tunnel constructions

Номер: US20180148624A1
Принадлежит: BASF SE

The present invention relates to the use of a composition for stabilizing a geological formation in oil fields, gas fields, water pumping fields, mining or tunnel constructions. The composition has a hardening temperature in the range from about 40° C. to about 120° C. and can therefore be used to stabilize a geological formation in oil fields, gas fields, water pumping fields as well as in mining or tunnel constructions.

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31-05-2018 дата публикации

SOIL EROSION PREVENTION AGENT EXCELLENT IN FREEZE-THAW STABILITY

Номер: US20180148646A1
Принадлежит: Denka Company Limited

The present invention provides a soil erosion prevention agent which is excellent in the freeze-thaw stability while maintaining the soil erosion prevention effect. When a toluene-insoluble matter of the water-borne resin emulsion is 60 mass % or more and a content of the water-soluble polymer in the soil erosion prevention agent is 1 to 7 mass %, preferably 3 to 5 mass %, the soil erosion prevention agent excellent in the freeze-thaw stability is provided and suitable for greening and a spraying material. The water-borne resin emulsion is preferably a resin containing a structural unit derived from vinyl acetate, or an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion. 1. A soil erosion prevention agent comprising:a water-borne resin emulsion; anda water-soluble polymer, whereina toluene-insoluble matter of the water-borne resin emulsion is 60 mass % or more, anda content of the water-soluble polymer in the soil erosion prevention agent is 1 to 7 mass %.2. The soil erosion prevention agent of claim 1 , wherein a content of the water-soluble polymer in the soil erosion prevention agent is 3 to 5 mass %.3. The soil erosion prevention agent of claim 1 , wherein the water-borne resin emulsion includes a structural unit derived from a vinyl acetate.4. The soil erosion prevention agent of any one of claim 1 , wherein the water-borne resin emulsion is an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer emulsion.5. A greening method using the soil erosion prevention agent of .6. A spraying material comprising the soil erosion prevention agent of claim 1 , wherein the spraying material comprises 1 to 10 kg of the soil erosion prevention agent with respect to 1 mof the spraying material. The present invention relates to a soil erosion prevention agent suitably used to prevent soil erosion from a slope surface and the like formed by filled soil and cut soil seen in construction of developed land, road, dam and the like.At the construction site of developed land, road, dam and the like, soil cutting ...

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07-05-2020 дата публикации

SOIL CONDITIONING APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20200141081A1
Автор: Hensley Charles
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A soil conditioner apparatus and method condition soil for compaction. The conditioner apparatus creates a heated stream of air directed toward the ground as the conditioner moves along the ground. A mixer on the conditioner mixes soil in the path of the heated air to dry the soil. Some embodiments of the mixer will propel the soil into the air in the stream of heated air. The conditioner can decrease moisture in the soil in the location where the soil will be compacted. In some embodiments, ambient air is introduced into the conditioning process by additional blowers. The mixer can also mix added soil and other additives to the soil in location. The conditioner apparatus may take the form of an apparatus towed by another vehicle, a set of towed apparatuses, an apparatus carried by another vehicle, or a self propelled vehicle having the operational elements of the soil conditioner. 1. A ground soil conditioning apparatus , comprising:a first blower for inducing a first flow of non-recirculating air;a burner for heating the first flow of non-recirculating air;electrical controls for the burner;a mixer for mixing ground soil at the surface of the ground;a duct for directing the heated first flow of non-recirculating air onto the mixer;a drying chamber, the drying chamber receiving the first flow of non-recirculating air from the duct, and having an exit away from the duct, the drying chamber being open to the ground;a second blower for inducing a second flow of non-recirculating air, the second flow of non-recirculating air remaining ambient and being vented directly into the drying chamber; and,a wheel for moving the apparatus.2. The ground soil conditioning apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:the burner burns fuel in direct contact with the first flow of non-recirculating air.3. The ground soil conditioning apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:the electrical controls for the burner are powered by an onboard generator.4. The ground soil conditioning apparatus of claim 4 , ...

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07-05-2020 дата публикации

FOUNDATION STRUCTURE FOR BUILDING, AND CONSTRUCTION METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20200141082A1
Автор: TAKEUCHI Kinji
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A building foundation structure includes a ground improved body obtained by improving a surface layer ground, and foundation concrete placed on the ground improved body. A bottom surface of a foundation concrete located below a building pillar has a four-or-more-sided polygonal shape smaller than the plan shape of the foundation concrete, and a part of the lower surface of the foundation concrete other than the bottom surface is a slope surface connecting the bottom surface and the plan shape. Since the stress from the foundation is transferred to the lower ground in its broader range, the stress transferred to the lower ground can be reduced. In addition, since the placing amount of the foundation concrete is reduced, the construction cost can be reduced. 1. A building foundation structure comprising a ground improved body obtained by improving a surface layer ground , and foundation concrete placed on the ground improved body , whereinthe foundation concrete located below a building pillar has a bottom surface having a four-or-more-sided polygonal shape smaller than a plan shape of the foundation concrete, andthe foundation concrete has a lower surface including the bottom surface, a part of the lower surface other than the bottom surface being a slope surface connecting the bottom surface and the plan shape, anda slope angle of the slope surface from a horizontal plane is not less than 20° and not greater than 40°.2. (canceled)3. A construction method for a building foundation structure that includes a ground improved body obtained by improving a surface layer ground , and foundation concrete placed on the ground improved body , the construction method comprising:a ground improvement step;a foundation excavation step; anda foundation placing step, whereinthe ground improvement step is a step of backfilling soil obtained by digging a surface layer ground down, mixing and stirring the soil while adding and mixing a solidification material, and then performing ...

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23-05-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR SOFT SOIL FOUNDATION TREATMENT BY MEANS OF VACUUM-MEMBRANE-FREE VACUUM PRELOADING AND TREATMENT METHOD

Номер: US20190153691A1
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The invention relates to a device for soft soil foundation treatment by vacuum-membrane-free vacuum preloading and a treatment method. The device comprises includes several top plates for being laid on the surface of soft soil foundation and several vertical plates for being vertically driven into the soft soil foundation, wherein the vertical plates are driven against the symmetrical side edges of the top plates; the vertical plate has an inner chamber, the top surface of the vertical plate is provided with a vertical plate main-hole in communication with the inner chamber of the vertical plate, both sides of the vertical plate are provided with several vertical plate vacuum mini-holes in communication with the inner chamber of the vertical plate; the vertical plate main-hole is in communication with vacuum equipment. The invention is applicable to applicable to the field of geotechnical engineering techniques. 112. A device for soft soil foundation treatment by vacuum-membrane-free vacuum preloading , characterized by having a plurality of top plates () for being laid on the surface of soft soil foundation and a plurality of vertical plates () for being vertically driven into the soft soil foundation;{'b': 2', '1', '2', '2', '1', '1', '2', '2', '2', '1', '2', '1', '1, 'wherein the vertical plates () are driven against the symmetrical side edges of the top plates (); the vertical plate () has an inner chamber, the top surface of the vertical plate is provided with a vertical plate main-hole (--) in communication with the inner chamber of the vertical plate, both sides of the vertical plate () are provided with several vertical plate vacuum mini-holes (--) in communication with the inner chamber of the vertical plate; and the vertical plate main-hole (--) is in communication with vacuum equipment.'}2111111211111. The device for soft soil foundation treatment by vacuum-membrane-free vacuum preloading according to claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , the top ...

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23-05-2019 дата публикации

WAVE-SHAPED GROUTING BULB OF MICROPILE AND METHOD FOR FORMING SAME

Номер: US20190153692A1

The present invention provides a wave-shaped grouting bulb () for securing an underground bearing capacity of a steel bar (), the bulb comprising a plurality of protrusions (), which have a predetermined maximum diameter (D) and are formed along the longitudinal direction of a cylindrical pillar part () extending downward, wherein the neighboring protrusions () are formed to be spaced from each other by a predetermined formation distance (s). The present invention has an advantageous effect of improving a skin friction force and resistance to compression and pullout in the grouting bulb integrated with the steel bar and thus enhancing structural stability in the micropile body. 110010100. A wave-shaped grouting bulb () for securing an underground bearing capacity of a steel bar () , the wave-shaped grouting bulb () comprising:{'b': 120', '1', '110, 'a plurality of protrusions (), which have a uniform maximum diameter (D) and are formed along the longitudinal direction of a cylindrical pillar part () extending downward, wherein'}{'b': '120', 'the neighboring protrusions () are formed to be spaced from each other by a predetermined formation distance (s).'}2100. The wave-shaped grouting bulb of claim 1 , wherein a longitudinal cross-section of the wave-shaped grouting bulb () forms a waveform.310110. The wave-shaped grouting bulb of claim 2 , wherein the steel bar () is inserted into the pillar part ().41201. The wave-shaped grouting bulb of claim 3 , wherein a length (L) of the protrusions () is the maximum diameter (D).51. The wave-shaped grouting bulb of claim 4 , wherein the formation distance (s) is twice the maximum diameter (D).61201. The wave-shaped grouting bulb of claim 3 , wherein a length (L) of the protrusions () is twice the maximum diameter (D).71. The wave-shaped grouting bulb of claim 6 , wherein the formation distance (s) is twice the maximum diameter (D). The present invention relates to a civil engineering field and, more particularly, to a ...

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23-05-2019 дата публикации

Self-drainage anchor cable system for slope protection and construction method thereof

Номер: US20190153697A1
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A self-drainage anchor cable system is provided, wherein a drainage section () is arranged above the internal anchoring section () of an anchor cable; a first end of the steel strand () extends into a bottom of the borehole (); the isolation pipe () is sleeved on the steel strand () in the drainage section (), and the permeable pipe () is sleeved on the isolation pipe (); a length of the isolation pipe () is larger than a length of the permeable pipe (), and there is a space () between the isolation pipe () and the permeable pipe (); the water stop rings made of water-expanding rubber () are provided at both ends of the isolation pipe (), and end portions of the permeable pipe () are in contact with the water-expending rubber water stop rings () A construction method for the self-drainage anchor cable system is also provided. 1. A self-drainage anchor cable system for slope protection , comprising: a borehole , a steel strand , an isolation pipe , a permeable pipe , water stop rings made of water-expanding rubber , a drain pipe , a protection pipe , cement mortar and external anchor head , wherein the borehole is drilled on a slope; a depth of the borehole ensures an internal anchoring section is below a potential sliding surface; a drainage section is arranged above the internal anchoring section of an anchor cable; a first end of the steel strand extends into a bottom of the borehole , and a second end of the steel strand is connected to the external anchor head; the isolation pipe is sleeved on the steel strand in the drainage section , and the permeable pipe is sleeved on the isolation pipe; a length of the isolation pipe is larger than a length of the permeable pipe , and there is a space between the isolation pipe and the permeable pipe; the water stop rings made of the water-expanding rubber are provided at both ends of the isolation pipe , and end portions of the permeable pipe are in contact with the water-expending rubber water stop rings; holes are ...

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23-05-2019 дата публикации

Self-starting negative pressure drainage system for draining groundwater in slope and construction method thereof

Номер: US20190153698A1
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A self-starting negative pressure drainage system for draining groundwater in a slope, includes: a declined borehole, a pipe boot, a permeable pipe and a drain pipe; wherein the declined borehole is divided into a permeable drilling section and a sealed grouting drilling section; wherein the permeable drilling section is on a lower portion of the declined borehole, and the sealed grouting drilling section is on an upper portion of the declined borehole; a water stop ring made of water-expanding rubber is provided between the permeable drilling section and the sealed grouting drilling section; the permeable drilling section comprises the permeable pipe; a top of the permeable pipe contacts the water-expanding rubber; a cavity is formed in the permeable pipe, groundwater is capable of penetrating into the cavity via the permeable pipe; an inlet of the drain pipe passes through the water stop ring made of water-expanding rubber and is inserted into the permeable pipe; a gap between the drain pipe and the drilling wall of the sealed grouting drilling section is filled with the cement mortar. The infiltration of groundwater causes the water pressure in the permeable drilling section to rise, forcing the groundwater from the borehole to naturally flow out of the orifice. After the drainage process is started, siphon acts cause a negative pressure zone formed in the permeable drilling section to force the groundwater in the slope flows quickly to the borehole. The invention is capable of realizing the real-time continuous drainage in the deep portion of the slope, which solves the drainage treatment problem of the large landslide, and ensures a low engineering cost of maintaining the stability of the slope. 1. A self-starting negative pressure drainage system for draining groundwater in the slope , comprising: a declined borehole , a pipe boot , a permeable pipe and a drain pipe; wherein the declined borehole is divided into a permeable drilling section and a sealed ...

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18-06-2015 дата публикации

METHOD OF LIMITING PERMEABILITY OF A MATRIX TO LIMIT LIQUID AND GAS INFLOW

Номер: US20150167269A1
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A method of limiting or reducing permeability of a matrix to liquid or gas flow is described. The method includes limiting inflow of water and/or gas into passages such as cavities, fissures, voids and the like, encountered in formations such as geological formations. The method includes steps of measuring one or more parameters relating to the matrix and selecting one or more components of a multi-component sealing composition with reference to the measured parameters. The selected components are introduced into the passage where it is set or coagulated to form a seal. Method is also described whereby the passage is sealed with a sealing composition comprising a grout component and a grout curing agent. A portion of the grout component is mixed with a portion of grout curing agent, the ratio of each being selected with reference to the measured parameters. The combined grout/curing agent are introduced into the passage where rate of curing or setting is controlled by modifying the ratio. 1. A method of limiting or reducing permeability of a matrix to limit or reduce liquid or gas inflow within a passage in the matrix , the method comprising measuring one or more parameters relating to said matrix and selecting one or more components of a multi-component sealing composition with reference to said measured parameters and introducing said components of said sealing composition into said passage where it is set or coagulated to form a seal.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the measured parameters include measurement of one or more qualities of liquid present within the passage.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the qualities of liquid are selected from one or more of pH claim 2 , temperature claim 2 , mineral content and salt content.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the measured parameters include hydraulic parameters of the matrix.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the hydraulic parameters include one or more or flow rate ...

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24-06-2021 дата публикации

BIOCEMENTATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20210189238A1
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The present disclosure provides a method of biocementation comprising contacting a granular, cohesionless soil with a solution, wherein the solution comprises urea, urease, a source of calcium ions, and a source of non-urease proteins, wherein the urea, urease, source of calcium ions, and source of non-urease proteins are provided in effective amounts suitable to cause crystallization of calcium carbonate. 1. A method of biocementation comprising: urea;', 'urease;', 'a source of calcium ions; and', 'a source of non-urease proteins,, 'contacting a granular, cohesionless soil with a solution comprisingwherein the urea, urease, source of calcium ions, and source of non-urease proteins are provided in effective amounts suitable to cause crystallization of calcium carbonate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the source of non-urease proteins comprises an enzyme stabilizer.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the enzyme stabilizer comprises nonfat milk powder.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the solution comprises about 4 grams/liter non-fat milk powder.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the source of calcium ions comprises calcium chloride dehydrate.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the solution comprises about 0.25 M to about 0.67 M calcium chloride.7. The method of claim 4 , wherein the solution comprises about 0.37 M to about 1 M urea.8. The method of claim 4 , wherein the solution comprises about 0.85 g/L to about 3 g/L urease.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the enzyme stabilizer comprises casein.10. A method of producing an EICP-treated soil claim 1 , the method comprising: urea;', 'urease;', 'a source of calcium ions; and', 'a source of non-urease proteins,, 'contacting a granular, cohesionless soil with a solution comprisingwherein the EICP-treated soil comprises a carbonate content of less than about 3% weight by weight.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein the EICP-treated soil comprises a carbonate content of between about 3% weight by weight and about 0.5% ...

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04-09-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CHANNELLING GROUNDWATER

Номер: US20140248084A1
Автор: Tarapaski William E.
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Embodiments described herein are related to water management units for extracting water from moist soil. The units extract water and collect it to be siphoned away as waste water or for later use. A water management unit comprising: an elongate collection portion; and an extraction portion arranged to discharge extracted water into the collection portion, wherein the extraction portion comprises at least one rib extending laterally from the collection portion along a length of the collection portion. Water is collected by capillary action. 1. A water management unit comprising:an elongate collection portion; andan extraction portion arranged to discharge extracted water into the collection portion,wherein the extraction portion comprises at least one rib extending laterally from the collection portion along a length of the collection portion.2. A water management unit according to wherein the extraction portion further comprises a water extraction formation located on the underside of the at least one rib.3. A water management unit according to wherein the water extraction formation is arranged to extract water by capillary action.4. A water management unit according to wherein the extraction portion formation comprises a plurality of parallel rods spaced apart for capillary action water extraction.5. A water management unit according to wherein the rods are arranged in one or more layers and the layers are orientated such that the rods in the layers are non-parallel relative to rods in other layers claim 4 , optionally where there are two layers where the rods are at 90° or 45° to each other.6. A water management unit according to claim 1 , wherein the water extraction portion is interrupted along its length to communicate with the collection portion.7. A water management unit according to wherein adjacent interrupted portions are substantially parallel.8. A water management unit according to wherein adjacent interrupted portions have surfaces sloped in opposing ...

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15-06-2017 дата публикации

Deep soil mixing equipment and method

Номер: US20170167099A1
Автор: Shigeru Takeshima
Принадлежит: Jafec Usa Inc

This invention relates generally to mixing deep soil with a ground or floating based rig system with a single or multi-axial system. In one example embodiment methods, apparatus, and systems are described for deep soil mixing tools or rigs with a rotary axial design, namely with more than one axial mixing elements and associated structures, such that a purpose may be to provide for ground modification improvement.

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