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05-10-2020 дата публикации

Взрывозащитный блок-контейнер

Номер: RU0000200066U1
Автор: Алексей Михайлович Ирышков, Денис Александрович Тарасов, Игорь Вячеславович Васильев, Олег Леонидович Шаповал
Принадлежит: Закрытое акционерное общество "Центр специальных инженерных сооружений научно-исследовательского и конструкторского института радиоэлектронной техники" (ЗАО "ЦеСИС НИКИРЭТ")

Взрывозащитный блок-контейнер относится к области производства транспортабельных модульных зданий, предназначенных для размещения в них специального оборудования и обладающих взрывозащитными свойствами. Настоящее техническое решение представляет собой объемную металлическую конструкцию, состоящую из двух конструктивных блоков, размещенных на единой платформе, причем конструктивные блоки представляют собой аппаратную и операторную части. В аппаратной части размещается специальное стационарное оборудование для проверки (досмотра) мелко и среднегабаритных грузов. В операторной части находится обслуживающий персонал, контролирующий процесс досмотра. Благодаря принятой совокупности конструктивных решений, аппаратная часть обладает взрывозащитными свойствами и способна противостоять прямому воздействию продуктов детонации и вторичным поражающим факторам взрыва. Таким образом, обеспечивается требуемая степень защиты, находящихся снаружи людей, а также обслуживающего персонала, пребывающего в операторной части. Вместе с тем, крыша над аппаратной частью блока-контейнера является съемной, тем самым обеспечивается возможность легкого доступа для монтажа или демонтажа технологического оборудования в случае возникновения такой необходимости. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 200 066 U1 (51) МПК E04H 9/02 (2006.01) E04H 9/06 (2006.01) E04H 9/10 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E04H 9/02 (2020.05); E04H 9/06 (2020.05); E04H 9/10 (2020.05) (21)(22) Заявка: 2020110104, 10.03.2020 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: 05.10.2020 (45) Опубликовано: 05.10.2020 Бюл. № 28 2 0 0 0 6 6 R U (54) Взрывозащитный блок-контейнер (57) Реферат: Взрывозащитный блок-контейнер относится к области производства транспортабельных модульных зданий, предназначенных для размещения в них специального оборудования и обладающих взрывозащитными свойствами. Настоящее техническое решение представляет ...

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Номер записи: 1
19-04-2012 дата публикации

Emergency shelter kit

Номер: US20120091017A1
Автор: Timothy X. Merritt
Принадлежит: Individual

A kit comprising the items needed to build an emergency shelter in the flexible-form rammed earth style, and a method of packing the items for shipment. The kit, designed for easy shipment to persons requiring emergency shelter, also includes the items needed to add a waterproof exterior layer to the outside of the shelter, along with items to construct a canvas awning, a water catchment system, lockable doors and lockable window shutters, and a composting toilet. The kit also includes mosquito netting to cover the doorway and windows of the shelter.

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Номер записи: 2
17-05-2012 дата публикации

Shock suppressor

Номер: US20120117894A1
Автор: Chong-Shien Tsai
Принадлежит: Individual

A shock suppressor has a first base, a second base and a connecting device. The second base is parallel to the first base. The connecting device is slidably mounted between the first base and second base to connect the first and second bases and has a universal connector. The first base abuts against the connecting device in a curved contact surface to provide a first sliding mechanism in multiple directions. The second base abuts against the connecting device to provide a second sliding mechanism in a unidirection.

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Номер записи: 3
20-09-2012 дата публикации

Personal safety system

Номер: US20120233923A1
Автор: Dietmar Diercks
Принадлежит: Draeger Safety AG and Co KGaA

A personal safety system with a security entrance ( 4 ), a holding room ( 5 ) connected to security entrance ( 4 ), an air curtain device ( 2 ) at an entrance door ( 3 ) of the security entrance ( 4 ),allows a persons to reach the holding room in a short time. To accomplish the object a circulating air system ( 13, 15, 18, 19, 20, 22, 25, 26 ) is provided for the interior space enclosed by the security entrance ( 4 ) and for the holding room ( 5 ). The circulating air system ( 13, 15, 18, 19, 20, 22, 25, 26 ) includes at least one air delivery unit ( 18 ) and a toxic gas filter ( 19 ), an air flushing device ( 28, 30, 31 ) with air storage units ( 29 ) for the holding room ( 5 ) and a gas supply duct ( 27 ) in the holding room ( 5 ) for respirator products.

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Номер записи: 4
04-10-2012 дата публикации

Tethermast and frag wall

Номер: US20120247311A1
Автор: David Ritzel, Harold Warner
Принадлежит: Dynamic Shelters Inc

A tethermast and frag wall includes a fabric device having a fill volume tillable with a fill material on a flexible or compliant mast system. The fill volume may be a chambered curtain. The tethermast and frag wall is self supporting, easily deployed, and may be used in connection with a structure or may be deployed stand-alone. A tether system for an air beam structure utilizing a flexible tethermast, an external frag wall or frag curtain, soft couplings, air beam slings, or combinations thereof to reduce the effects of pressure waves, such as blast waves, onto and into an air beam structure and any inhabitants.

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Номер записи: 5
11-10-2012 дата публикации

Seismic coupler

Номер: US20120255243A1
Автор: Liang Kung Jen
Принадлежит: Individual

A seismic coupler includes two coupling members each having an end receptacle for securing to a reinforcing bar of a column of reinforced concrete; and a flexible assembly comprising a cylindrical core formed of alloy, a plurality of steel first rings put on the core, a plurality of flexible second rings put on the core in an alternating fashion with respect to the first rings, a flexible sleeve put on the first and second rings to have both ends being flush with that of the core, two cup-shaped cap members engaged each other to conceal the core, the first and second rings, and the sleeve, and two sets of a plurality of fasteners driven through the coupling members and the cup-shaped cap members into the first rings.

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Номер записи: 6
15-11-2012 дата публикации

Foundation for building in nuclear facility and nuclear facility

Номер: US20120288054A1
Автор: Kenichi Sakurai, Kunihiko Sato
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd

To provide a lower foundation 30 provided on a ground 7 and an upper foundation 31 provided above the lower foundation 30 via a seismic isolator 32 . A machine room S in which a machine K can be arranged is provided in the upper foundation 31 . A foundation-side hull structure unit that is configured in a reticular pattern by horizontal reinforcing ribs extended in one direction and vertical reinforcing ribs extended to cross the horizontal reinforcing ribs is provided in the upper foundation 31 , and the machine room S is provided in a space in the foundation separated by the horizontal reinforcing ribs and the vertical reinforcing ribs.

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Номер записи: 7
17-01-2013 дата публикации

Blast absorbing cladding

Номер: US20130014636A1
Автор: Michel Michno, Tejav Dehghanyar
Принадлежит: Enclos Corp

A blast resistant cladding includes a curtainwall arranged on a structure and defines a load path for transferring loads imparted on the curtainwall to the structure and an absorbing system positioned along the load path and configured for absorbing blast-type loads imparted on the curtainwall.

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Номер записи: 8
07-02-2013 дата публикации

Natural Disaster Shelter

Номер: US20130031845A1
Автор: Syed Z. Ali
Принадлежит: Individual

Disclosed is a secure shelter for housing at least one individual for a sustained period during and after a natural disaster event. The shelter comprises a hardened enclosure having a securable hatch access door, an interior cabin and at least one user seat with a full safety harness. Each seat is preferably attached to the enclosure walls and may include an energy attenuating connection, while life supporting elements within the cabin include lighting, air filtration and intake means, communication and locating means, storage for supplies, as well as a power supply for sustained and independent operation. The device is preferably positioned within the basement of a home and tethered to a structural wall, or alternatively is affixed to the ground using structural footings when in use outside of a mobile or trailer home. The device protects users and maintains a comfortable, survivable environment during and after a natural disaster event.

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Номер записи: 9
21-02-2013 дата публикации

Responsive structural elements

Номер: US20130042537A1
Автор: John Orava
Принадлежит: ORAVA APPLIED Tech Corp

A responsive structural element including an elongate member having a first end and second end and defining a cross-section is provided. The structural element further includes a sensor, secured to the elongate member, for detecting at least one pre-selected indicator. Advantageously, the elongate member is responsive to the pre-selected indicator.

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Номер записи: 10
28-03-2013 дата публикации

ENERGY DISSIPATING METAL PLATE AND BUILDING STRUCTURE

Номер: US20130074427A1
Автор: KAWAI Yoshimichi, Ozaki Fuminobu
Принадлежит:

A energy dissipating metal plate joins a pair of target members and exhibits energy dissipating performance corresponding to a relative displacement between the target members. The energy dissipating metal plate includes: a first joint part to be joined to one of the target members; a second joint part to be joined to other of the target members; and vibration dissipating parts which are provided on a transmission path of tensile force and compression force between the first joint part and the second joint part, and which have slits. Each of the first joint part and the second joint part is formed in a strip shape substantially parallel to a direction of the relative displacement. 2. The energy dissipating metal plate according to claim 1 , wherein the energy dissipating metal plate is a single plate to be located between the target members so that a front surface comes in contact with the one of the target members while a back surface comes in contact with the other of the target members.3. The energy dissipating metal plate according to claim 1 , wherein the first joint part is provided in a form of two lines via the vibration dissipating part claim 1 , in substantially axisymmetric positions centered on the second joint part.4. The energy dissipating metal plate according to claim 3 , wherein: when seen along the direction of the relative displacement claim 3 , a length of the first joint part is longer than a length of the second joint part; andend parts of the first joint part in the form of the two lines are joined.5. The Energy dissipating metal plate according to claim 1 , wherein the energy dissipating metal plate is precipitation-hardened or trip-processed so that a ratio of a yield proof stress to a maximum proof stress is equal to or more than ⅘.6. The energy dissipating metal plate according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first joint part and the second joint part is reinforced along the direction of the relative displacement by a ...

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Номер записи: 11
16-05-2013 дата публикации

NEGATIVE STIFFNESS DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20130118098A1
Автор: Constantinou Michael C., Lee David A., Nagarajaiah Satish, Pasala Dharma Theja R., Reinhorn Andrei M., Sarlis Apostolos A., Taylor Douglas
Принадлежит:

A negative stiffness device and method for seismic protection of a structure is described. In one embodiment, the device has an anchor frame and a movement frame laterally translatable relative to the anchor frame. The anchor frame and movement frame have respective extension portions. A linkage is pivotably connected to the extension portion of the anchor frame. A compressed spring has a first end is attached to the extension portion of the movement frame and a second end attached to the linkage. The compressed spring has a spring force. In a rest state, the compressed spring does not apply a lateral force to the movement frame. In an engaged state, the compressed spring is configured to apply a lateral force to displace the movement frame in a lateral direction of a seismic load. The spring force is amplified by the linkage when the movement frame is laterally displaced to an amplification point. 1. A negative stiffness device for seismic protection of a structure , comprising:an anchor frame and a movement frame, the movement frame being laterally translatable relative to the anchor frame, the anchor frame having an extension portion extending in the direction of the movement frame, the movement frame having an extension portion extending in the direction of the anchor frame;a linkage pivotably connected to the extension portion of the anchor frame;a compressed spring having a first end attached to the extension portion of the movement frame and a second end attached to the linkage, the compressed spring having a spring force;wherein in a rest state, the compressed spring does not displace the movement frame;wherein in an engaged state, the compressed spring is configured to apply a lateral force to the movement frame such that the movement frame is displaced in a lateral direction of a seismic load; andwherein the spring force is amplified by the linkage when the movement frame is laterally displaced to an amplification point.2. The negative stiffness device of ...

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Номер записи: 12
15-08-2013 дата публикации

BUCKLING-RESTRAINED BRACE

Номер: US20130205690A1
Автор: Hinchman Andrew
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is a buckling restrained brace which is a core plate inside a tube, with the plate prevented from buckling by being surrounded by the tube. The core plate is provided with a layer of discrete springs adjacent the core plate, with the interior of the tube otherwise filled with cement. The layer of discrete springs may be cardboard of other material. The layer of discrete springs defines a space between the core plate and the concrete, to allow for expansion of the core plate under compression from the ends. 1. A buckling restrained brace comprising:a generally elongated core plate with a first end and a second end and a longitudinal axis, and a medial region, with an attachment means on each end of said core plate, with said core plate configured to sustain compression forces and tensile forces from said ends;a discrete spring layer of corrugated material surrounding some or all surfaces of at least said medial region of said core plate, with said discrete spring layer comprising a spacing and resilient or degrading material in sliding engagement with said core plate, with said discrete spring layer defining a zone of compression around said core plate and providing a standoff spacer layer from a grout matrix surrounding said discrete spring layer, and providing a space for expansion of said core plate;a casing tube enclosing said core plate and spaced apart from said core plate, with said casing tube configured to sustain expansion forces and prevent said core plate from buckling, said casing tube further comprising a first end plate and a second end plate, with said end plates defining a core plate passage for passage of said core plate through said end plates;said grout matrix positioned between said discrete spring layer and said casing tube;with said discrete spring layer providing a resilient or degrading and displaceable layer and an expansion space for expansion of said core plate, and with said and casing tube and grout matrix serving as a buckling ...

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Номер записи: 13
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Backup wall reinforcement with t-type anchor

Номер: US20130247484A1
Автор: Ronald P. Hohmann, Jr.
Принадлежит: Mitek Holdings Inc

A hybrid wall reinforcement wall anchoring system is described for use in masonry cavity walls. The reinforcement and anchor is hybrid device installed within the backup wall and interlocked with novel veneer ties. The novel veneer ties are wire formatives and are manually connected and interlocked with the anchor. Once interlocked and installed within the cavity wall, lateral, vertical and front-to-back veneer tie movement is limited, strengthening the cavity wall structure. The inclusion of a reinforcement wire within the veneer tie and the exterior wall provides a seismic structure.

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Номер записи: 14
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Anti-Torsion Construction System Providing Structural Integrity and Seismic Resistance

Номер: US20130247485A1
Автор: Drummond Scott, Walworth Van T., Zimmerman Steven
Принадлежит: SR Systems, LLC

A system for constructing a residential or commercial structure and/or retrofitting an existing structure provides a series of construction components employed that cooperate with standard construction materials to enhance the building structural integrity when subjected to destructive wind forces, torsion forces, and seismic forces, such as those commonly associated with hurricanes and tornados. The resultant strength of the structure is increased beyond what the standard construction materials were capable of on their own. The components further cooperate with standard construction materials to provide a unitized system of structural integrity. The components further cooperate with a secondary water sealing ability to minimize and/or prevent influent water damage to the structure in the event that the primary sealing system is compromised. 1. A construction system providing structural integrity for a building structure to resist the destructive forces of storm winds , torsion forces , and seismic forces , and to minimize or prevent the influent of associated wind-driven blowing rain , comprising: an anchoring system connected to a foundation;', 'a wall reinforcement system having multiple structural columns individually positioned between proximate ones of the studs;', 'a lateral corner brace reinforcement system having subassemblies positioned along intersecting walls and fastened together at a building structure intersecting corner;', 'a diaphragm reinforcement system having multiple members fastened to gable-ends of the roof structure, fastened to joists of the building structure, and connected to the anchoring system;', 'a line of compression blocking in the building structure; and', 'a rafter/joist tie-down system having multiple members individually coupling each of the structural columns to the roof structure such that the wall reinforcement system ties together the roof components and the wall structure to the foundation using the structural columns., ' ...

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Номер записи: 15
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Isolation Platform

Номер: US20130247505A1
Автор: Kemeny Zoltan A.
Принадлежит: WORKSAFE TECHNOLOGIES

The present invention provides a platform for supporting various equipment and/or structure which assists in isolating such structure from vibrations (“noise”) external to the platform. Generally, the platform comprises upper and lower plates, having conical depressions, upon which the upper plate supports the abovementioned structure, and the lower plate contacting surface/area upon which the supported structure otherwise would have rested. Between the upper and lower plates, a plurality of rigid, spherical bearings are placed within the conical depressions, thereby allowing the upper and lower plates to displace relative to one another. Additionally, the platform may be provided with retaining mechanisms for holding the structure to be supported, maintaining the plates together and providing additional damping effects. 1) A method of reducing the magnitude of seismic vibrations experienced by an object , comprising the step: an upper plate comprising a plurality of downward-facing bearing surfaces linked by connecting members;', 'a lower plate comprising a plurality of upward-facing bearing surfaces linked by connecting members disposed opposite said downward-facing bearing surfaces, said opposing downward and upward bearing surfaces defining a plurality of cavities between said upper and lower plates; and', 'a plurality of rigid spherical balls interposed within said cavities;', 'wherein said upward-facing and downward-facing bearing surfaces comprising central radial apices and radial recess perimeters connected by a flat segment comprising a segment of continuous slope;, 'placing said object on an isolation platform comprising'}said lower plate being secured on a surface upon which the object otherwise would have rested,wherein, in response to an external vibration of sufficient magnitude, as said rigid spherical balls roll along said flat segment of at least one of the upper or lower bearing surfaces and the upper and lower plates displace laterally relative ...

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Номер записи: 16
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Earthquake-resistant building structure

Номер: US20130269266A1
Автор: Wei Dan
Принадлежит:

An earthquake-resistant building structure is in a three-dimensional geometric shape, such as G, S, E, 6, 9, 2, 8 or 7, the centers of gravity of the building structure is perpendicular to the ground, the building structure is naturally balancing, the bottom plane of the three-dimensional geometric shape structure bears its weight, the non-foundation building structure is a reinforced concrete casted model which is has no foundation, and is independent of the ground, and integrated three-dimensional geometric shape so as to form the building structure without foundation. 1. An earthquake-resistant building structure , wherein said earthquake-resistant building structure is in a three-dimensional geometric shape and a non-foundation building structure , including G , S , E , 6 , 9 and 2 , a center of gravity of said earthquake-resistant building structure is perpendicular to a ground , said earthquake-resistant building structure is naturally balancing , a bottom plane of said three-dimensional geometric shape structures bears a weight of the building structure , said earthquake-resistant building structure is a reinforced concrete casted model which has no foundation , and is independent of the ground , and integrated three-dimensional geometric shape so as to form the building structure without foundation.2. The earthquake-resistant building structure claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein in a connection between said bottom plane and a bearing wall claim 1 , and a connection between said bearing wall and said bearing floor are in an arc type or a rectangular type claim 1 , and are formed by welding claim 1 , a pressure is burdened by whole said earthquake-resistant building structure which is a complete integrated structure to ensure a solidity thereof.3. The earthquake-resistant building structure claim 2 , as recited in claim 2 , wherein said bottom plane which has no foundation structure is located on a flat ground for avoiding being torn or pressed because ...

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Номер записи: 17
31-10-2013 дата публикации

COUPLING MEMBER FOR DAMPING VIBRATIONS IN BUILDING STRUCTURES

Номер: US20130283709A1
Автор: CHRISTOPOULOS Constantin, Montgomery Michael
Принадлежит:

A building structure including a plurality of vertical elements extending from a ground surface with at least a first of the vertical elements connected to a second of the vertical elements by a coupling member, the coupling member includes a damping element for damping vibrations in the building structure resulting from relative movement between the first and second vertical elements due to lateral loads applied to the building structure. The damping element undergoes deformation due to the relative movement between the vertical elements causing the damping material to be activated in shear. At least one of a first and second fuse member is connected to at least one of first and second ends of the damping element respectively. The fuse member is selected from a material, and otherwise sized and dimensioned to exhibit semi-rigid behavior when the damping element undergoes deformation due to loads below a predetermined load limit and to undergo deformation without substantially increasing the load in the fuse and in the damping element when loads exceed the predetermined load limit, such that the damping element is prevented from deforming beyond its predetermined deformation limit and therefore avoiding any occurrence of damage that would reduce its ability to provide damping to the structure. First and second connecting means are also provided for rigidly connecting the first and second fuse members to the first and second vertical elements, respectively. 1. A building structure including a plurality of vertical elements extending vertically from a ground surface with at least a first of said vertical elements connected to a second of said vertical elements by a coupling member , said coupling member comprising:a damping element for damping vibrations in said building structure resulting from relative movement between said first and second vertical elements due to lateral loads applied to the building structure, said damping element undergoing deformation due to ...

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Номер записи: 18
21-11-2013 дата публикации

Personal emergency vessel/shelter

Номер: US20130309923A1
Автор: Cecilia Francina Montero
Принадлежит: Individual

The invention is both a functional piece of furniture, but also claims to serve as an emergency haven that can be used as a tornado shelter or as a floating device. The device may offer protection for people who may not have the ability to reach a shelter, due to physical handicaps, distance to shelter, and deficiencies in their habitats. It offers protection if airlifted and a shield against flying debris, in case of flood the top is detached and the bottom can be used as a canoe-shape floating device. The sofa is built with an aluminum titanium alloy covered in glass reinforced GRP; it is sized to accommodate two adults. It has ventilations slots covered with built-in air filters; it has removable cushions and non-removable foam padding. The device is equipped with a callout GPS and a safe storage compartment for valuables and medications.

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Номер записи: 19
12-12-2013 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL DAMPING SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20130326969A1
Автор: Jahn Bernard R., Kienholz David A.
Принадлежит: Moog Inc.

A tuned mass damper may be formed using one or more rotary magnetic dampers () coupled to a pendulous mass (). The tuned mass damper thus formed may be used to suppress the motion of a man-made structure. The mass () of the tuned mass damper may be adjusted by adjusting the magnitude of the pendulous mass. The natural frequency of the tuned mass damper may be tuned by adjusting the distance from the mass center of the pendulous mass to the pivot point of the pendulum. The motion being suppressed may be generated by environmental factors such as waves, earthquakes, or wind, for example. 1. A damper for a structure , comprising:a pendulous mass configured for coupling to a base structure; anda rotary magnetic damper coupled to the pendulous mass to thereby damp the relative motion between the pendulous mass and the base structure to which the pendulous mass is coupled and thereby to damp the motion of the base structure.2. The damper of claim 1 , wherein the pendulous mass includes a rigid carrier and a modular mass supported by the rigid carrier.3. The damper of claim 1 , wherein the pendulous mass may be characterized by a natural frequency and the pendulous mass is configured for adjustment of its natural frequency.4. The damper of claim 1 , further comprising:a motion amplifier configured to cause a damping element to experience greater angular motion between its fixed and moving elements than occurs between the pendulous mass and the base structure.5. The damper of claim 4 , wherein the motion amplifier comprises a planetary gearbox.6. The damper of claim 1 , wherein the rotary magnetic damper includes a rotor fitted with an annular conductor.7. The damper of claim 1 , further comprising a coupling element for coupling the pendulous mass to the structure claim 1 , the coupling element including:a first hinge for rigid engagement with the structure;a second hinge oriented at ninety degrees to the first hinge, the second hinge for rigid engagement with the ...

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Номер записи: 20
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Pressure resisting barrier walls

Номер: US20130340370A1
Автор: Robert Walter Brewerton
Принадлежит: Inoventech Ltd

A pressure resisting barrier wall resistant to accidental explosions and fires or hydrostatic pressure comprising a corrugated wall member ( 100 ) having a series of side by side corrugation which viewed in transverse section each comprise spaced first and second base portions ( 102, 102′ ) by a polygonal arch having at least three sides ( 106, 106′, 108, 108′ ) within said archacurved or polygonal arch reinforcement wall ( 124, 124′, 124″, 125 ) springing from side portions of said polygonal arch.

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Номер записи: 21
02-01-2014 дата публикации

COMPOSITE DAMPER

Номер: US20140000185A1
Автор: GE HAI-JIE, KO CHIH-CHIN, WANG YUN-CHE, ZHAO BIN
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A composite damper includes a first connector, a second connector and at least a dampening device. The first connector and the second connector are relative movable to each other, and the at least one dampening device is received between the first connector and the second connector. The dampening device comprises at least a rigid member and at least a dampening member, wherein the rigid member has the properties of high stiffness and low damping, while the dampening member has the properties of low stiffness and high damping. With such design, the composite damper could absorb vibrations during earthquakes. 1. A composite damper , comprising:a first connector having at least a first arm;a second connector having at least a second arm, wherein the first connector and the second connector are relative movable to each other; andat least a dampening device received between the first connector and the second connector, wherein the dampening device has at least a rigid member and a dampening member coupled to the rigid member, and the rigid member has at least a first end fixed to the first arm of the first connector and at least a second end fixed to the second arm of the second connector.2. The composite damper of claim 1 , wherein the first connector further has a first base; the first arm is perpendicularly connected to the first base; the second connector further has a second base; and the second arm is perpendicularly connected to the second base.3. The composite damper of claim 1 , wherein the rigid member is made of a material with a viscoelasticity storage modulus between 25 GPa and 250 GPa.4. The composite damper of claim 1 , wherein the rigid member of the dampening device is made of low yield strength metal.5. The composite damper of claim 1 , wherein the low yield strength metal is selected from the group consisting of mild steel claim 1 , aluminum claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , and titanium alloy.6. The composite damper of claim 1 , wherein the rigid member of ...

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Номер записи: 22
23-01-2014 дата публикации

Braced frame force distribution connection

Номер: US20140020311A1
Автор: Clayton J. Allen, James E. Partridge, Ralph M. Richard, Rudolph E. RADAU
Принадлежит: Seismic Structural Design Assoc Inc

A structural framework that includes a column, a beam, a brace beam coupled at an angle to the column and the beam, and a gusset plate to connect the brace beam with the column and the beam. The framework also includes a shear plate with horizontally slotted holes to couple to the column to the beam. The structural framework may also include double framing angles or a flex plate coupled to the gusset plate and to the beam via spacer plates to provide for a semi-rigid connection.

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Номер записи: 23
30-01-2014 дата публикации

ANTISEISMIC SUPPORT

Номер: US20140026498A1
Автор: Cuminetti Daniele, Dubini Paolo, Ferroni Daniela, Motta Riccardo, Quaglini Virginio
Принадлежит: Politecnico di Milano

The present invention concerns an anti-seismic support for supporting a construction engineering structure, which comprises a support () having a concave sliding surface () and a sliding block () with a convex sliding surface (d) in sliding contact with the concave sliding surface (), the sliding block () being capable of sliding with pendulum motion relative to the concave surface () in response to an earthquake tremor or shock, the device () comprising a sliding material () between the concave sliding surface () and the convex sliding surface (), where the friction coefficient between the sliding surfaces () is above 10% when the device () is loaded with a pressure above 30 MPa and the sliding surfaces are caused to slide at a sliding speed of more than 50 mm/s at a temperature of 20° C. or more. 11111141716161716171119d. An antiseismic device () for supporting a civil or construction engineering structure , said device () comprising a first support () having a concave sliding surface () and a sliding block () having a convex sliding surface () in sliding contact with said concave surface () , wherein said sliding block () is capable of sliding with pendulum motion relative to said concave sliding surface () in response to an earthquake tremor or shock , the device () comprising a sliding material () that forms one of:{'b': '17', 'said concave sliding surface () and'}{'b': '16', 'i': 'b', 'said convex sliding surface (),'}{'b': 16', '17', '16', '17', '16', '17, 'i': b,', 'b,', 'b,, 'wherein the coefficient of friction between said sliding surfaces () is above 9% when the average pressure between said sliding surfaces () is 30 MPa or more and the sliding surfaces () are caused to slide at a sliding speed of 50 mm/s or more at a temperature of 20° C. or more,'}{'b': 19', '19, 'said sliding material () comprising a polymeric material filled with a polymeric, synthetic, ceramic or metal filler, wherein if the the sliding material () undergoes the test defined by the ...

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Номер записи: 24
06-02-2014 дата публикации

SHELTER

Номер: US20140033631A1
Автор: Albans-Jackson Michael Jon, Rokk Michael Jon, Zielinski Garry Jan
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A panel element () for use in constructing a shelter is disclosed. The panel element comprises a body portion (), first locking means () mounted to the body portion, and second locking means () mounted to the body portion. The first locking means comprises an elongate member () having a plurality of apertures () therein, and the second locking means comprises a plurality of locking elements () moveable relative to the body portion between a storage position and a deployed position. In the deployed position, the locking elements engage respective apertures of a first locking means of a further panel element to urge the further panel element towards the first panel element. 1. A panel element for use in constructing a shelter , the panel element comprising a body portion , at least one first locking device mounted to the body portion , and at least one second locking device mounted to the body portion , wherein at least one said first locking device comprises respective elongate member having a respective plurality of apertures therein , and at least one said second locking device comprises a respective plurality of locking elements moveable relative to the body portion between a storage position and a deployed position , in which a plurality of said locking elements in the deployed position engage respective apertures of at least one first locking device of a further said panel element to urge said further panel element towards said panel element.2. A panel element according to claim 1 , wherein at least one said locking element is a cam lock having a cam portion rotatably mounted to the body.3. A panel element according to claim 1 , wherein the panel element comprises an inner sheet claim 1 , an outer sheet and thermal insulation material located between said inner and outer sheets.4. A panel element according to claim 3 , further comprising a sheet of ballistic material mounted to the inner and/or outer sheets.5. A foldable support for use in a blast resistant ...

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Номер записи: 25
13-02-2014 дата публикации

SEISMIC-INCURRED-RUPTURE-RESISTANT DEFORMATION-RECORDABLE BUCKLING-RESTRAINED BRACE AND FABRICATING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20140041320A1
Автор: Guo Xiaokang, Li Guoqiang, Li Tianji, Sun Feifei
Принадлежит: TONGJI UNIVERSITY

The present invention provides a seismic-incurred-rupture-resistant deformation-recordable buckling-restrained brace and a fabricating method thereof, which includes a concrete filled steel tubular outer sleeve. A core plate is disposed in the concrete filled steel tubular outer sleeve, and an end portion of the core plate is provided with a core plate stiffening rib. A brace deformation recording device includes two toothed racks, a ratchet gear, a first cord spool, and a second cord spool. The two toothed racks are fixed on the core plate stiffening rib, and ratchet pawls in the length direction thereof face opposite directions. The ratchet gear is fixedly connected to the concrete filled steel tubular outer sleeve. The ratchet gear is disposed between the two toothed racks. A tooth on the ratchet gear is engaged with a ratchet pawl. The first cord spool is fixed on the ratchet gear. The second cord spool is fixed on the core plate stiffening rib. A dual-function part is formed of a steel cable, a PVC bushing, and an anchorage device, and in addition to having a function of preventing the brace core plate reaching the fatigue limit from rupturing under tension, this part further has a function of compensating asymmetric tension and compression. Compared with a regular buckling-restrained brace, the present invention achieves greater safety, and can record the accumulated deformation and the maximum deformation of the buckling-restrained brace. 112855155585685515351585681. A seismic-incurred-rupture-resistant deformation-recordable buckling-restrained brace , comprising a concrete filled steel tubular outer sleeve () , a core plate () being disposed in the concrete filled steel tubular outer sleeve , an end portion of the core plate being provided with a core plate stiffening rib () , and further comprising a brace deformation recording device () , wherein the brace deformation recording device comprises two toothed racks () , a ratchet gear () , a first cord spool ...

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Номер записи: 26
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Buckling-Restrained Brace Assembly

Номер: US20140059950A1
Автор: Hyder Clifton D., Marinovic Igor
Принадлежит: BLUESCOPE BUILDINGS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The disclosed subject matter is directed to a building structural bracing apparatus having an inner core element sandwiched between an upper and a lower containment web. The brace frame being useful in the construction of earthquake and blast resistant structures where energy dissipation is desired. 1. A brace for use in a building to resist earthquake and other forces applied to the building , the brace comprising:a core with a first and second longitudinal end and first and second lateral edges;a first flange secured to and orthogonally disposed to the first lateral edge of the core;a second flange secured to and orthogonally disposed to the second lateral edge of the core, the first and second flanges each having a first and second longitudinal end surface;an upper containment web disposed atop the core and a lower containment web disposed beneath the core, the upper and lower containment webs in contact with and extending longitudinally along the core and terminating short of the first and second longitudinal ends of the core, the upper and lower containment webs extending laterally across the core and secured to the first and second flanges wherein the core is capable of longitudinal translation between the upper and lower containment webs;a slot within the upper and lower containment webs at each longitudinal end of the containment webs;at least one core stiffener secured to and extending perpendicularly from the core through each slot in the containment web; andan endplate secured to the core and the at least one stiffener.2. The brace of claim 1 , wherein an upper doubler plate is disposed atop the upper containment web and a lower doubler plate is disposed atop the lower containment web.3. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the at least one stiffener extends perpendicularly from the uncovered core segment and through the slot opening past the upper and lower containment webs and doubler plates.4. The brace of claim 1 , wherein the first and second flanges each ...

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Номер записи: 27
06-03-2014 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL PROTECTION SYSTEM FOR BUILDINGS

Номер: US20140059951A1
Автор: BALDUCCI Alessandro
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An energy dissipation system for structural protection of buildings includes at least one structure with a base, a second base fixed to the ground, an energy dissipation device, and a lever mechanism. The structure opposes seismic actions by translating horizontal displacement into vertical displacement. The lever mechanism amplifies displacement of the energy dissipation device in response to vertical displacement of the structure. 1. An energy dissipation system comprising:a first base of a structure configured to oppose seismic actions by translating horizontal displacement into vertical displacement;a second base fixed to the ground;an energy dissipation device; anda lever mechanism configured to multiply travel of the energy dissipation device in response to vertical displacement of the structure.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the lever mechanism comprises:a first lever pivoted at a fulcrum at the second base; anda second lever, each of the second lever and the energy dissipation device having a first end pivoted at the first base and a second end pivoted at the first lever.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the fulcrum is in the center of the first lever such that travel of the energy dissipation device is twice the vertical displacement of the structure.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein:a first distance is the distance along the first lever from the fulcrum to the second lever;a second distance is the distance along the first lever from the fulcrum to the energy dissipation device;the lever mechanism is further configured such that travel of the energy dissipation device relative to vertical displacement of the structure is a function of the ratio of the second distance to the first distance.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the energy dissipation device comprises an energy dissipation means disposed between two rigid rods.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the energy dissipation means is a chamber with fluid.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 28
01-01-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DENSELY PACKED EASILY TRANSPORTABLE MOBILE STRUCTURES

Номер: US20150000215A1
Автор: Shalev Shaul
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It is disclosed a densely packable sequential series of external housing units associated with succeeding internal housing units. The external housing units have inside volume and openings for receiving the internal housing unit. Means for facilitating the displacement of an internal unit out of an external unit, like integrated bearings, integrated wheels, integrated retractable wheels, and a low friction coating are installed on an inside shells of the associated external housing unit, on an outside shells of the internal housing unit. The housing units have a uniform cross section along a majority of one of the dimensions of the unit, having outlines like a circle, a triangular frame, a rectangular frame, a circular arc of a trapezoidal frame, a polygon of five, six or more edges, a hyperbolic arc, and a parabolic arc, or other types of arches. The typical transverse linear size of an internal unit is 80% to 99% of the preceding external unit. The series is transportable as a single cargo item between locations. A shell of an housing unit may include at least one layer like highly insulating layer, anti-ballistic layer, and composite materials such as fiberglass reinforced plastic layer, polymer-metal composite layer, and carbon based composite materials. 1. A densely packable sequential series of at least one external housing unit associated with a succeeding at least one internal housing unit , the series comprising:(a) the at least one external housing unit having an inside volume and at least one opening configured for receiving at least most of the at least one internal housing unit; and(b) means for facilitating the displacement of said at least one internal housing unit relative to an associated external housing unit.2. The series of having at least one intermediate housing unit serving both as an internal unit associated with a preceding external unit and as an external unit associated with a succeeding internal housing unit.3. The series of having two or ...

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Номер записи: 29
01-01-2015 дата публикации

NEGATIVE STIFFNESS DEVICE AND METHOD

Номер: US20150000217A1
Автор: Constantinou Michael C., Lee David A., Reinhorn Andrei M., Sarlis Apostolos A., Taylor Douglas P.
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Negative stiffness systems and methods for seismic protection of a structure is described. A system can include a negative stiffness device having a first linkage pivotably connected to an anchor frame at a first pivot point and pivotably connected the movement frame at a second pivot point. The negative stiffness device can include a spring having a first end operably coupled to the anchor frame and a second end operably coupled to a movement frame. In a rest state, the spring can be compressed to exert a preload force to the first linkage and the anchor frame and not displace the first linkage and the movement frame. In an engaged state, the spring can be configured to apply a force to the first linkage such that the movement frame is displaced in a same lateral direction of a seismic load. The spring force can be amplified by the first linkage. 1. A negative stiffness system for seismic protection of a structure , comprising:an anchor frame and a movement frame, the movement frame being laterally translatable relative to the anchor frame; a first linkage pivotably connected to the anchor frame at a first pivot point and pivotably connected the movement frame at a second pivot point;', 'a spring having a first end operably coupled to the anchor frame and a second end operably coupled to the movement frame, the compressed spring having a spring force;', 'wherein in a rest state, the spring is compressed to exert a preload force to the first linkage and the anchor frame and not displace the first linkage and the movement frame;', 'wherein in an engaged state, the spring is configured to apply a force to the first linkage such that the movement frame is displaced in a same lateral direction of a seismic load; and', 'wherein the spring force is amplified by the first linkage when the frame is laterally displaced to an amplification point; and, 'a first negative stiffness device, including a second linkage pivotably connected to the anchor frame at a first pivot point ...

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Номер записи: 30
04-01-2018 дата публикации

QUAD V-PANEL ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20180002942A1
Автор: LASTOWSKI Michael, Vanker John Louis
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An implementation of a quad v-panel assembly disclosed herein includes a plurality of studs, tracks, and apex plates. The various components, connections, and positions of the quad v-panel assembly are standardized. Furthermore, the quad v-panel assembly includes a plurality of v-brace studs that provide strength enhancements such that the quad v-panel assembly may withstand significant lateral forces due to wind or seismic activity. 1. A quad v-panel assembly , comprising:at least four v-panels, each of the four v-panels comprising two v-brace studs;a plurality of horizontal tracks including at least two middle tracks, a top track, and a bottom track; anda plurality of apex plates, each of the v-brace studs being connected to a combination of the top track and a middle track of the at least two middle tracks using one or more of the apex plates or a combination of the middle track and the bottom track using one or more of the apex plates.2. The quad v-panel assembly of wherein the two v-brace studs of each v-panel are at a predetermined angle between twenty and one hundred and sixty degrees from each other.3. The quad v-panel assembly of wherein each of the v-brace studs form an angle substantially between ten and eighty degrees with their respective horizontal tracks.4. The quad v-panel assembly of further comprising:a truss assembly, the truss assembly including a top chord and a bottom chord and a plurality of interior braces, the truss assembly positioned on the top track.5. The quad v-panel assembly of wherein the bottom chord of the truss assembly and the top track form a double horizontal brace.6. The quad v-panel assembly of wherein the at least two horizontal tracks of the plurality of horizontal tracks form a double horizontal brace.7. The quad v-panel assembly of further comprising:a plurality of vertical studs including at least two exterior studs and at least one interior center stud, the plurality of vertical studs connected to the plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 31
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Base isolation system

Номер: US20200002966A1
Автор: Nigel Bryan Colenso
Принадлежит: Koroneho Ltd

Described herein is a base isolation system utilising a pier-like assembly comprising intermediary elements such as pillars isolating a first member and a second member, the second member above the first member and the members in a spaced apart relationship with intermediary elements therebetween. In one aspect, a base isolation system is provided comprising a first member and a second member, the second member being above the first member, the members being in a spaced apart relationship separated by pillars; and wherein each pillar comprises a pillar fixed end and an opposing pillar movable end. In the event of relative movement between the first and second member, the pillars dampen transfer of movement between the members by the movable pillar end moving relative to a movable first or second member thereby reducing the degree of energy transfer between the members. A method of installing a base isolation system is also described herein.

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Номер записи: 32
07-01-2021 дата публикации

HOLD DOWN SYSTEM WITH DISTRIBUTED LOADING FOR BUILDING WALLS

Номер: US20210002889A1
Автор: Espinosa Thomas M.
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A hold down system for a building wall comprises a first rigid member and a second rigid member, the second rigid member being vertically spaced apart from the first rigid member, the first rigid member is supported on a horizontal member of a stud wall, the first and second rigid members including first and second openings, respectively; a tie-rod with a lower end portion for being anchored to an anchorage, the tie-rod extending transversely through the first and second openings, the tie-rod dividing the first and second rigid members into a first lateral section on one side of the tie-rod and a second lateral section on a diametrically opposite side of the tie-rod; first support and second support disposed between the first and second rigid members, the first support being disposed in the first lateral section, the second support being disposed in the second lateral section, the tie-rod extending through the first and second rigid members outside of the first support or the second support; and a nut threaded to the tie-rod, the nut exerting pressure on the second rigid member to place the tie rod under tension loading, the tension loading is transferred by the second rigid member to the first and second supports to subject the first and second supports to compression loading, thereby causing the first rigid member to press on the horizontal member of the stud wall via the first and second lateral sections of the first rigid member, thus distributing the compression loading. 136-. (canceled)37. A roof truss bracket , comprising:a) a U-shaped body including a base portion, first and second wall portions extending from the base portion, and first and second flange portions extending laterally from the respective first and second wall portions; andb) the first and second flange portions including respective first and second openings for attachment to respective first and second tie rods.38. The roof truss bracket as in claim 37 , wherein:a) the first and second ...

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Номер записи: 33
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Fabricated Self-resilient Energy-dissipation Double-steel-plate Slotted Shear Wall Structure

Номер: US20210002916A1
Автор: Ben MOU, Jijun Miao, Xi Li
Принадлежит: QINGDAO UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

A fabricated self-resilient energy-dissipation double-steel-plate slotted shear wall structure includes steel columns, H-shaped steel beams and a shear wall assembly. The shear wall assembly includes left and right groups of slotted wall plates and is connected with flanges of the H-shaped steel beams through angle steel. Connecting ring plate assemblies are fixed to upper and lower ends of each steel column and each comprise an outer ring plate, an inner ring plate and a short side plate. A long side plate is fixedly arranged on each steel column tube and is connected with one slotted wall plate through a plurality of self-locking hasps. A plurality of pre-stressed steel strands are arranged on two sides of each long side plate.

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Номер записи: 34
03-01-2019 дата публикации

TIE ROD FOR PROTECTING STRUCTURES FROM WIND AND EARTHQUAKE TYPE STRESSES

Номер: US20190003197A1
Автор: Lymberis Ioannis
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The tie rod for structural projects for the protection of structures for earthquake and wind is comprised of a cast iron base () which has a bolt () passing through a hole, which is surrounded by threaded ring () with handles (). A base plate () that sits on the bolt and turns with a ball bearing. A steel cable () passes through all; the one end of the cable is fixed to the base () with bolts (). The other end leads to a member with blades around it (), (), (), () which open and close around the member () with the help of bars () connected around the axis of the member with pins. To the other end, they are connected with pins to the blades. The rod presses the structure to the ground by a bolt connected to a cable which pulls a member () with blades which open against the sides of a hole drilled on the ground and pull the building towards the ground decreasing torque created by the forces of an earthquake or the wind. It is used on buildings with a frame, continuous building, wood frame houses with storm problems, cable bridges, loose ground slopes, etc. 1. A tie rod configured to connect , at one end , to an upper surface of a building via a tensioning bolt system which communicates via a respective cable with at least one anchor fitted at an opposite end of the tie rod to the ground underneath the building , the tensioning bolt system being sized and fitted to transfer wave shaped impact forces such as those generated during an earthquake into forces carried by the cables to the anchors which are fitted and sized to expand or retract to/from the ground in order to prevent tensioning forces from being directed toward structural columns and other members of the building.2. The tie rod of claim 1 , wherein the tensioning bolt system is secured to the upper surface of the building by torqueing the cables connected to the tensioning bolt system and the anchors claim 1 , which in turn causes the anchors to grip the ground and fasten the entire tie rod into position.3. ...

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Номер записи: 35
13-01-2022 дата публикации

CORNER SEISMIC ISOLATOR FOR SEISMIC PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS

Номер: US20220010574A1
Автор: PALLARÉS RUBIO Francisco Javier, PALLARÉS RUBIO Luis
Принадлежит: Universitat Politècnica de Valencia

A corner seismic isolator for the seismic protection of buildings, both new and already built, comprising at least one resistant element in the form of a frame with a brick partition inside, the isolator consisting of a single monobloc part formed from a material more flexible than the frame and than the bricks in the partition, comprising two arms arranged at a right angle, one to be situated between the frame and the partition in a vertical direction and the other to be situated between the frame and the partition in a horizontal direction, the thickness of which in the direction perpendicular to the plane of the partition is between 0.5 and 1.5 times the thickness of the bricks in the partition, with the width of the arms being equal to or greater than one third of the height of a single brick in the partition and the length thereof being equal to or greater than three times the width of the arm itself, with the length thereof, in turn, being a portion of the corresponding dimension of the partition, with the vertical arm having a length of between 0.1 and 0.5 times the height of the partition and the horizontal arm a length of between 0.1 and 0.5 times the length of the partition. 1111121112111221111211122111222. A corner seismic isolator for the seismic protection of buildings , both new and already built , comprising at least one resistant element in the form of a frame (F) with a brick partition (P) inside , the isolator consisting of a single monobloc part () formed from a material more flexible than the frame (F) and than the bricks of the partition (P) , comprising two arms ( , ) arranged at a right angle , one to be situated between the frame (F) and the partition (P) in a vertical direction and the other to be situated between the frame (F) and the partition (P) in a horizontal direction , the thickness of which in the direction perpendicular to the plane of the partition (P) is between 0.5 to 1.5 times the thickness of the bricks in the partition (P) , ...

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Номер записи: 36
13-01-2022 дата публикации

BENDING-TYPE FRICTION STEEL TRUSS COUPLING BEAM FOR QUICK RECOVERY AFTER EARTHQUAKE

Номер: US20220010575A1
Автор: CUI Yao, WANG Xin, WU Tianjiao
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The disclosure provides a Bending-type Friction Steel Truss Coupling Beam, which can be rapidly repaired following an earthquake event. It comprises an upper chord, a lower chord, a diagonal web member, a web member, a T-shaped plate and a friction device. The friction device is located at both ends of the lower chord, where large deformation may occur. The friction device comprises a T-shaped friction main plate, a friction plate, a cover plate and a friction bolt. The disclosure uses a friction device to dissipate energy based on a common steel truss coupling beam. Different sliding loads can be designed according to the seismic precautionary intensity of different regions. The disclosure has the advantages of simple structure, immediate occupancy and low repair cost. 1. A bending-type friction steel truss coupling beam for quick recovery after earthquake , wherein the bending-type friction steel truss coupling beam comprises an upper chord , a lower chord , diagonal web member , web member , T-plate and a friction device;the web member is vertically fixed between the upper chord and the lower chord; two diagonal web member, symmetrically with the web member as an axis, are fixed between the upper chord and the lower chord, upper end of the diagonal web member is fixed on end of the upper chord, lower end of the diagonal web member is fixed near lower end of the web member; flanges of the two T-plates are fixed on upper surface at both ends of the upper chord, respectively;the friction device comprises a T-type friction sliding plate, a friction plate, a cover plate and a friction type high-strength bolt; at both ends of lower surface of the lower chord, the friction plate, T friction sliding plate, friction plate and cover plate are installed in order; flange of the T-type friction sliding plate is provided with a long slot hole to enable slipping; same circular bolt hole is processed on the friction plate, cover plate and lower chord, and the position of the ...

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Номер записи: 37
08-01-2015 дата публикации

Pyramid-Sphere Bunker System

Номер: US20150007758A1
Автор: Smith Rixford
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A bunker comprising an exterior pyramid or cone structure made from an energy-absorbing material and an interior hollow spherical structure. The bunker may further comprise a sloped enclosing structure disposed around the exterior pyramid or cone structure. The energy absorbing material may be a solid, liquid or gel, and may be a compressible material. The combination of an outer pyramid or cone structure and an inner spherical structure is very stable. Persons or materials are housed in the inner hollow structure, and are protected from the impact of projectiles such as bombs or shells, or from other dynamic loads, by this combination of two strong geometric shapes with an energy-absorbing material in between. 1. A bunker comprisinga) an exterior sloped structure made from an energy-absorbing material, andb) a hollow spherical structure inside the exterior sloped structure.2. The bunker of claim 1 , wherein the exterior sloped structure is a pyramid.3. The bunker of claim 1 , wherein the exterior sloped structure is a cone.4. The bunker of further comprising a sloped enclosing structure disposed about the exterior sloped structure.5. The bunker of wherein the sloped enclosing structure is comprised of steel.6. The bunker of wherein the spherical structure is comprised of steel.7. The bunker of claim 1 , wherein the energy-absorbing material is a compressible material.8. The bunker of claim 7 , wherein the compressible material is concrete or ballistic foam.9. The bunker of wherein the energy-absorbing material is a liquid or gel.10. A bunker comprising:a) an exterior sloped enclosing structure,b) an interior hollow spherical structure inside the exterior sloped enclosing structure,c) a space between the exterior sloped enclosing structure and the interior hollow spherical structured) an energy-absorbing material disposed in the space.11. The bunker of claim 10 , wherein the exterior sloped structure is a pyramid.12. The bunker of claim 10 , wherein the exterior ...

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Номер записи: 38
12-01-2017 дата публикации

EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT BUILDING CONNECTION AND AN EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT STAIRCASE SYSTEM

Номер: US20170009443A1
Автор: Berg Svein
Принадлежит: SVEIN BERG HOLDING AS

An earthquake-resistant building connection includes first and second structural elements lying a distance from each other, where the first element includes an outer side face that faces the second element. The first element includes at least one projecting member that projects from the outer side face of the first element into a cavity in the second element. The cavity is wider, higher and deeper than the member. The first element also includes an elastic component for absorbing forces and motions of an earthquake. The component has an outer surface that extends around the member and faces the second element, forming a fill area between the outer surface of the component and the second element and further between the member and the cavity. The fill area is filled such that forces and motions transferred between the first and second elements in the event of an earthquake are absorbed in the component. 1. An earthquake-resistant building connection comprising a first structural element and a second structural element that lie at a distance from each other , and where the first structural element comprises an outer side face facing the second structural element , which first structural element comprises at least one projecting element that projects from said outer side face of the first structural element and into a cavity in the second structural element , which cavity is wider , higher and deeper than the projecting element , which first structural element further comprises an elastic element for absorbing forces and motions in the event of an earthquake , which elastic element has an outer surface that extends around the projecting element and faces the second structural element , whereby a fill area is formed between the outer surface of the elastic element and the second structural element , and further between the projecting element and the cavity , which fill area is filled with a filler such that forces and motions that are transferred between the first ...

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Номер записи: 39
12-01-2017 дата публикации

TUNED SLOSHING DAMPER WITH BOTTOM-MOUNTED RIBS

Номер: US20170009447A1
Автор: Haskett Trevor Colin, Love Joseph Shayne, Smith Andrew William
Принадлежит: Rowan Williams Davies & Irwin Inc.

A system for damping movement of a structure. The system includes an enclosure located in the structure in a predetermined position therein and having side walls and a floor. A liquid is positioned in the enclosure. The side walls include two first side walls positioned parallel to each other defining a first direction orthogonal to the first side walls and two second side walls positioned parallel to each other defining a second direction orthogonal to the second side walls. The system also includes a number of ribs positioned inside the enclosure and parallel to the second side walls, the ribs defining respective troughs therebetween. The enclosure is configured for imparting a predetermined first sloshing frequency to the liquid moving in the first direction, and for imparting a predetermined second sloshing frequency to the liquid moving in the second direction. 1. A system for damping movement of a structure , the system comprising:an enclosure located in the structure in a predetermined position therein and at least partially defined by side walls and a floor;a liquid positioned in the enclosure to an overall depth; a first pair of two first side walls, the first side walls being positioned parallel to each other to define a first direction that is substantially orthogonal to the first side walls;', 'a second pair of two second side walls, the second side walls being positioned parallel to each other to define a second direction substantially orthogonal to the second side walls, the first and second directions being substantially orthogonal to each other;, 'the side walls comprisinga plurality of ribs positioned inside the enclosure and parallel to the second side walls, the ribs defining respective troughs therebetween, each said rib having a preselected rib height above the floor to define a rib depth of the liquid that is positioned in the troughs, the liquid in each said trough being at least partially impeded from movement in the second direction by the ...

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Номер записи: 40
12-01-2017 дата публикации

RETROFITTING STRUCTURE FOR EXISTING BUILDING

Номер: US20170009477A1
Автор: KONISHI Yoshinao
Принадлежит: NIPPON STEEL & SUMIKIN ENGINEERING CO., LTD.

Provided is a retrofitting structure for existing building that does not require the addition of a foundation specific to the retrofitting structure, can implement seismic retrofitting at any floors only of the existing building, and hardly causes a large drawing force resulting from eccentric bending moment that may act on the seismic retrofitting structure. A retrofitting structure for existing building includes: a reinforcing frame including a frame member and a vibration control member interposed in the frame member, the reinforcing frame being provided on an outer wall surface of an existing building B having an overhang T on the outer wall surface so as to surround the overhang T; and a vertical truss member and a horizontal truss member configured to couple the reinforcing frame and the outer wall surface. 1. A retrofitting structure for existing building comprising:a reinforcing frame including a frame member and a vibration control member interposed in the frame member, the reinforcing frame being provided on an outer wall surface of an existing building having an overhang on the outer wall surface so as to surround the overhang; anda vertical truss member and a horizontal truss member configured to couple the reinforcing frame and the outer wail surface, whereina horizontal shear force acting on the reinforcing frame is transmitted to the existing building via the horizontal truss member, and a vertical force resulting from eccentric bending moment acting on the reinforcing frame is transmitted to the existing building via the vertical truss member.2. A retrofitting structure for existing building comprising:a connection frame including a frame member, the connection frame being provided on an outer wall surface of an existing building having an overhang on the outer wall surface so as to surround the overhang;a reinforcing frame to be connected to the connection frame, the reinforcing frame including a frame member and a vibration control member ...

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Номер записи: 41
14-01-2021 дата публикации

DAMPER AND LOAD-BEARING ENCLOSING STRUCTURE PROVIDED WITH DAMPER

Номер: US20210010286A1
Автор: MA Shengjun
Принадлежит: BEIJING GOLDWIND SCIENCE & CREATION WINDPOWER EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.

A damper includes a vibration energy buffering transfer unit and a vibration energy dissipation unit. The vibration energy buffering transfer unit includes a plurality of piston transfer structures and connecting tubes, the piston transfer structures includes a cylinder and a piston arranged as a pair, the plurality of piston transfer structures surrounding the vibration energy dissipation unit, the connecting tubes inter-connecting the plurality of cylinders, the vibration energy dissipation unit includes a damping liquid accommodating cavity and damping liquid accommodated in the damping solution accommodating cavity, and one end of the cylinder or the piston being connected to the damping fluid accommodating cavity. The load-bearing enclosing structure provided with said damper can effectively suppress vibration. 1. A damper , wherein , the damper comprises a vibration energy buffer and transmission unit and a vibration energy dissipation unit;the vibration energy buffer and transmission unit comprises a plurality of piston transmission structures and a plurality of communication tube;each of the plurality of piston transmission structures comprises a cylinder and a piston arranged in pairs;the plurality of piston transmission structures is disposed around the vibration energy dissipation unit, and the plurality of communication tube allows the plurality of cylinders to communicate with each other;the vibration energy dissipation unit comprises a damping liquid accommodating cavity and damping liquid accommodated in the damping liquid accommodating cavity; andone end of the cylinder or the piston is connected to an outer wall of the damping liquid accommodating cavity.2. The damper according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , one end of the piston is located in the cylinder claim 1 , and the other end of the piston is hinged to the vibration energy dissipation unit.3. The damper according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , the vibration energy dissipation unit comprises ...

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Номер записи: 42
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Mausoleum With Sealed Cylinder Assemblies

Номер: US20190010724A1
Автор: Jaeger David A.
Принадлежит:

A mausoleum is provided. The mausoleum includes a base configured to connect the mausoleum to a ground area. A first framework is supported by the base. The first framework is configured to support a plurality of cylinder assemblies. The first framework includes a plurality of corner posts, main posts, header members and bracing members. A second framework extends from the first framework and is configured to support a roof structure. The second framework includes a plurality of truss structures. A cupola extends from the second framework. The plurality of cylinder assemblies, corner posts, main posts, header members, bracing members and truss structures are formed from metallic materials configured to be resistant to weather and seismic activity. 1. A mausoleum comprising:a base configured to connect the mausoleum to a ground area;a first framework supported by the base, the first framework configured to support a plurality of cylinder assemblies, the first framework including a plurality of corner posts, main posts, header members and bracing members;a second framework extending from the first framework, the second framework configured to support a roof structure, the second framework including a plurality of truss structures; anda cupola extending from the second framework;wherein the plurality of cylinder assemblies, corner posts, main posts, header members, bracing members and truss structures are formed from metallic materials configured to be resistant to weather and seismic activity.2. The mausoleum of claim 1 , wherein the metallic material is stainless steel.3. The mausoleum of claim 1 , wherein the cylinder assemblies are supported within the first framework in a substantially horizontal orientation.4. The mausoleum of claim 1 , wherein the cylinder assemblies include a plurality of lift lugs configured to receive lifting devices for removal of the cylinder assemblies from the first framework and for installing the cylinder assemblies in the first ...

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Номер записи: 43
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Buckling-restrained brace with flat energy dissipation element, building and assembly method

Номер: US20200011051A1
Автор: Hetao Hou, Shaoyuan Zhang, Xiang HAN, Xiaofang Liu, Zhihao DU
Принадлежит: Shandong University

A buckling-restrained brace with a flat energy dissipation element, a building with the brace and an assembly method of the brace belongs to the field of force-resisting members of structural engineering. The brace includes a telescopic inner restrained member, an outer restrained member sleeved outside the inner restrained member, and the flat energy dissipation element between the inner and outer restrained members; the inner restrained member includes a first and a second steel square tube which are connected; the flat energy dissipation element includes four flat fuses, and two ends of each fuse are connected to four sides of the first and second steel square tube by bolts; and the inner section of the outer restrained member is square, the outer restrained member covers the flat energy dissipation element, and a certain gap is disposed between the outer restrained member and the flat energy dissipation element.

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Номер записи: 44
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Anti-seismic protection device

Номер: US20200011081A1
Автор: Sabina BORRI
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention relates to an anti-seismic protection device ( 1 ) that can be installed in a home, comprising: —a base frame portion ( 2 A) comprising at least four base tubular elements ( 21 A) made of carbon fibre arranged in plan so as to constitute the vertices of a base rectangle, said tubular elements being connected to each other by means of tubular base frame beams ( 23 A) made of carbon fibre, arranged to form diagonals of the base rectangle, —a shower tray ( 3 ) coupled to said base frame portion ( 2 A) provided with a water drainage hole, —a cap frame portion ( 2 B) comprising at least four cap tubular elements ( 21 B) made of carbon fibre arranged in plan so as to constitute the vertices of a cap rectangle, said tubular elements being connected to each other by means of tubular cap frame beams ( 23 B) made of carbon fibre, said second tubular cap frame elements ( 23 B) being arranged to form diagonals of the cap rectangle, wherein each tubular cap element ( 21 B) in operating condition is placed on the vertical of a corresponding base tubular element ( 21 A), spaced therefrom —an intermediate frame portion ( 2 C) comprising four tubular uprights ( 21 C) that can each be coupled at an opposite free end to one of the four base tubular elements ( 21 A) and to the corresponding cap tubular element ( 21 B) placed on the vertical, and wherein the intermediate frame portion ( 2 C) further comprises at least three peripheral walls ( 22 C), each peripheral wall ( 22 C) extending between two neighbouring uprights ( 21 C) —a water dispenser coupled to the cap frame portion ( 2 B) or to the intermediate frame portion ( 2 C), such that the anti-seismic protection device ( 1 ) can be used as a shower cabin.

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Номер записи: 45
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Force Limiter and Energy Dissipater

Номер: US20200011391A1
Автор: Allen John Damian
Принадлежит:

An earthquake force limiter and energy dissipater for racks or buildings. The device allowing stable yielding action of a flexure plate to enable control structures or standard structural frames to form a stable cycling high displacement elasto-plastic mechanism in resistive response to a seismic ground motion input. The stable flexural yielding of the plates limits the magnitude of in forces developed within the control structure of which the plates are part of; or within a standard structural frame found in racking structures or general building structures, which the plate is typically directly supportive of. The design reduces prying action or tensile or compressive membrane forces developing in a plate of the device; so that the plate can maintain a stable constant resistive force while yielding to high transverse displacements. 1. A force limiting and dissipater device for absorbing energy during movement between two structure members , the device comprises:a first anchor secured to a first of said structural membersecond anchor(s) secured to a second of said structural membera resiliently deformable flexural member having a first region and a second region(s) spaced from the first region and located respectively by the first anchor and the second anchor(s), whereby the first anchor secures the first region to the first structural member so that the first region is able to move with the first structural member relative to the second region(s) and second structural member during a seismic event, and the second anchor(s) allows translation or translation and rotation of the second region(s) relative to the second anchor(s) during oscillatory movement of the first structure relative the second structure allowing the flexural member to flexurally yield while maintaining a stable constant resistive yield force (and preferably not causing internal membrane forces to develop in said elongate member).2. A device as claimed in wherein second structural member is a ...

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Номер записи: 46
03-02-2022 дата публикации

"Building Elements and Structures having Materials with Shielding Properties"

Номер: US20220034084A1
Автор: Lefkus John
Принадлежит:

A shielding system includes a plurality of transportable modules, wall panels, or pods that are connectable to form a containment area and to define a radiation barrier. Each of the plurality of transportable modules has a first radiation wall defining the containment area, a second radiation wall spaced apart from the second wall, and a radiation shielding fill material positioned between the first radiation shielding wall and the second radiation shielding wall. The radiation shielding fill material includes one of a superabsorbent polymer (SAP) filling a portion of a void between the first radiation wall and the second radiation wall, or a non-Newtonian fluid completely filling the void between the first radiation wall and the second radiation wall. A quantity of the radiation shielding fill material is sufficient to substantially reduce measurable radiation level outside the containment area. 1. A shielding facility comprising: a first radiation wall defining the containment area;', 'a second radiation wall spaced apart from the second wall; and', 'a radiation shielding fill material positioned between the first radiation shielding wall and the second radiation shielding wall,, 'a plurality of transportable modules connectable to form a containment area and to define a radiation barrier, each of the plurality of transportable modules comprisingwherein the radiation shielding fill material comprises a superabsorbent polymer (SAP) filling a portion of a void between the first radiation wall and the second radiation wall, andwherein a quantity of the radiation shielding fill material is sufficient to substantially reduce measurable radiation level outside the containment area when a remainder of the void is filled with a liquid such that the SAP absorbs at least a portion of the liquid.2. The shielding facility according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of transportable modules comprises one or more sidewall modules connectable together to define vertical walls ...

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Номер записи: 47
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Framing System for Steel Stud Framing

Номер: US20170016239A1
Автор: Judd Steven G.
Принадлежит:

The present invention is a framing system for resolving vertical and horizontal movements in light gage, cold formed, steel stud framing. It utilizes at least one corner hinge and a plurality of pivoting stud clips (one for each stud) that accommodate for the deflection of a building as it encounters environmental changes. Additional hinges may be placed axially, along the wall and at the top and bottom of the corner for increased flexibility. Two embodiments of stud pivot clips, one utilizing direct attachment and arcuate slots, the other utilizing a pivotable connection plate, are disclosed; as are two hinge embodiments. 2. The framing system of claim 1 , further comprising at least one additional corner hinge claim 1 , joining two bottom girt-strut tracks struts in a manner complimentary to the at least one corner hinge joining the top girt-strut tracks.3. The framing system of claim 2 , further comprising at least one axial hinge claim 2 , joining adjacent top girt-strut tracks.4. The framing system of claim 3 , further comprising at least one axial hinge claim 3 , joining adjacent bottom girt-strut tracks.5. The framing system of claim 1 , further comprising at least one axial hinge claim 1 , joining adjacent top horizontal girt-strut tracks.6. The stud pivot clip of claim 1 , each arcuate mounting slot in a given pair of arcuate mounting slots having an identical radius from the center pivot hole.7. The stud pivot clip of claim 1 , at least two arcuate mounting slots having different radii from the center pivot hole.8. The stud pivot clip of claim 1 , the at least one pair of arcuate mounting slots being two pairs of arcuate mounting slots.9. The stud pivot clip of claim 1 , each member of each pair of arcuate slots being diametrically opposed to each other.10. A stud pivot clip for a metal framing system claim 1 , the stud pivot clip comprising: two legs at an approximately right angle to each other with one leg having a center pivot hole and at least one ...

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Номер записи: 48
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Apparatus and method for disaster survival

Номер: US20170016240A1
Автор: VINCENT Ronald J.
Принадлежит:

Apparatus and method for personal protection from flying or falling objects during a disaster. The apparatus has an interior sheet of flexible material and an exterior sheet of flexible material joined together to form an inflatable space between them, which when inflated also defines an interior cavity bounded by the interior sheet of flexible material, which interior cavity is provided for personal protection from flying or falling objects during a disaster. The apparatus also includes a supply of compressed gas in fluid communication with the inflatable space for inflating the inflatable space. A tether is attached to the exterior sheet of flexible material for attachment of the inflated apparatus to a secure structure such as the frame of a motor home, the floor joist of a home, a secure anchor point of a building, a tree trunk or a utility pole. 1. Apparatus for personal protection from flying or falling objects during a disaster , the apparatus comprising: (a) an interior sheet of flexible material; (b) an exterior sheet of flexible material , the interior and exterior sheets of flexible material being joined together to form an inflatable space between them , to define an interior cavity bounded by the interior sheet of flexible material when the inflatable space is inflated and to define a portal from the exterior of the inflated apparatus to the interior cavity , which interior cavity is provided for personal protection from flying or falling objects during a disaster; (c) a supply of compressed gas in fluid communication with the inflatable space for inflating the inflatable space; and (d) a tether attached to the exterior sheet of flexible material for attachment of the inflated apparatus to a secure structure.2. The apparatus of further comprising a portal closure accessible from the interior cavity for closing the portal after the apparatus is inflated and a person has entered the cavity.3. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the closure is a zipper.4. ...

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Номер записи: 49
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Energy dissipating device

Номер: US20170016504A1
Автор: Christian Braun, Renzo Medeot
Принадлежит: Maurer Soehne Engineering GmbH and Co KG

An energy dissipating device which is capable of dissipating energy through its plastic axial deformation without undergoing buckling comprises at least three hysteretic elements, being interconnected in series in such a way, that at least one hysteretic element will be subjected to compression while at least another hysteretic element is subjected to tension when an external load is applied to the energy dissipating device.

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Номер записи: 50
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Earthquake proof building system

Номер: US20160017565A1
Автор: Cemalettin KAYA
Принадлежит: Individual

A building system that eliminates earthquake's destructive effect includes the 1st Foundation enables the building to hold on the ground, the 2 nd -Foundation moves on the 1 st -Foundation, the foundation cantilever of the 2 nd -Foundation, the impact cantilever as the structural element surrounding the 1 st -Foundation, external curtain meets ground actions forming structural cavity, earthquake wedge dampens portion of the impact of the foundation cantilever to the impact cantilever, movement mechanism enables articulated movement between 1st and 2 nd -Foundations, support panel is the structural element enabling ground actions to safely support the external curtain and increases strength of the impact cantilever, reinforced concrete cap prevents foreign materials from entering the structure's travel cavity and tension piles prevents the tipping over of the structure connected to the 1st Foundation.

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Номер записи: 51
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Self-Centering Braced Frame for Seismic Resistance in Buildings

Номер: US20160017625A1
Автор: Steven E. Pryor
Принадлежит: Steven E. Pryor

An elongated tension-only or centering brace for a structural frame is provided where the brace is anchored at a first attachment point and to a second attachment point that is removed from the first attachment point. The elongated tension-only brace has one or more elastic restoring force elements that have effective lengths greater than the length of the tension only brace between the attachment points.

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Номер записи: 52
21-01-2016 дата публикации

WATCHTOWER

Номер: US20160017626A1
Автор: ARGAMAN Gideon, Le Carpentier Francis
Принадлежит:

A watchtower () useable as a secure shelter for at least one observer is disclosed. The aforesaid watchtower () comprises (a) a base () placeable on the ground; (b) a body vertically erected onto the base; the body is formed by a plurality of substantially hollow members () placed one upon the other; (c) an observer's compartment () crowning the body; and (d) means () for mechanically interconnecting said base, substantially hollow members () and observer's compartment () therebetween. The means () is configured for releasably interconnecting the base (), substantially hollow members () and observer's compartment () therebetween such that the erected watchtower () is demountable in sections.

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Номер записи: 53
17-01-2019 дата публикации

SLIDING SEISMIC ISOLATOR

Номер: US20190017284A1
Автор: Aujaghian Damir
Принадлежит:

A sliding seismic isolator includes a first plate attached to a building support, and an elongate element extending from the first plate. The seismic isolator also includes a second plate and a low-friction layer positioned between the first and second plates, the low-friction layer allowing the first and second plates to move freely relative to one another along a horizontal plane. The seismic isolator also includes a lower support member attached to the second plate, with a biasing arrangement, such as at least one spring member or at least one engineered elastomeric element, which can include one or more silicon inserts, positioned within the lower support member. The elongate element extends from the first plate at least partially into the lower support member and movement of the elongate element is influenced or controlled by the biasing arrangement. 1. A sliding seismic isolator , comprising:a first plate configured to be attached to a building support;at least one elongate element extending downward from the first plate;a second plate;a low-friction layer positioned between the first and second plates and configured to allow the first and second plates to move relative one another along a horizontal plane;a lower support member attached to the second plate; andat least one biasing element positioned at least partially within the lower support member, the at least one biasing element having at least one void configured to be filled with a deformable material.2. (canceled)3. The seismic isolator of claim 1 , wherein the at least one biasing element comprises a plurality of perforated elastomeric or rubber components.4. The seismic isolator of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of perforated elastomeric or rubber components are arranged in multiple layers.5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. The seismic isolator of claim 1 , wherein an end of the at least one elongate element is disposed within the lower support member and spaced above a bottom wall of the lower support ...

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Номер записи: 54
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Modular walling systems

Номер: US20150020470A1
Автор: Alasdair Colin McGREGOR, Peter Harrington
Принадлежит: PRINCIPLE HOLDINGS Ltd

A system for the modular construction of partitions, the system comprising a plurality of modules, each module comprising a security panel and a frame, the security panel being attached to one or more surface of the frame, the frame comprising at least one box shaped profile, each profile being adapted for connection to an adjacent profile of an adjacent module or to a structural building member.

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Номер записи: 55
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Buttress Assembly for Seismic Reinforcing of Building Having Non-Bearing Walls

Номер: US20210017783A1
Автор: Eom Taesung, Hur Moo-Won, Lee Sang Hyun, Roh Ji Eun
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is a buttress assembly located outside side walls comprising non-bearing walls located in a long side direction of an existing building and comprising concrete, the buttress assembly including a plurality of reinforcing steel structures extending in a short side direction of the existing building, connected to the existing building by anchors, and arranged in a vertical direction of the side walls. 1. A buttress assembly located outside side walls comprising non-bearing walls located in a long side direction of an existing building and comprising concrete , the buttress assembly comprising:a plurality of reinforcing steel structures extending in a short side direction of the existing building, connected to the existing building by anchors, and arranged in a vertical direction of the side walls.2. The buttress assembly of claim 1 , wherein the existing building is a framed building claim 1 , and vertical locations of the reinforcing steel structures correspond to locations of slabs or beams that supports upper and lower sides of the non-bearing walls of the existing building.3. The buttress assembly of claim 2 , wherein the anchors are coupled to the slabs or the beams of the existing building.4. The buttress assembly of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of reinforcement arranging members that are reinforcements.5. The buttress assembly of claim 4 , wherein the reinforcing steel structures comprise webs disposed in the long side direction and flanges disposed vertically claim 4 , openings for reinforcements are located in the webs claim 4 , the reinforcement arranging members comprise a plurality of main reinforcements arranged to extend vertically claim 4 , and some of the plurality of main reinforcements pass through the openings for reinforcements.6. The buttress assembly of claim 5 , wherein the reinforcing steel structures are honeycomb beams claim 5 , the honeycomb beams are divided into a first member and a second member by separating the webs ...

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Номер записи: 56
22-01-2015 дата публикации

MOVEMENT-COMPENSATING PLATE ANCHOR

Номер: US20150023755A1
Автор: Hensley Lester, Witherspoon William
Принадлежит: EMSEAL JOINT SYSTEMS, LTD

A system configured to anchor a cover plate over an interface formed between substantially coplanar substrates includes a sleeve capable of being anchored in a first substrate; a spring located in the sleeve; a post located in communication with the spring; and a fastener secured onto the post. A head of the post is located in the sleeve, and an end of the post opposite the head of the post extends out of the sleeve to receive the fastener. The fastener is secured onto the post over the cover plate located on the first substrate such that the cover plate extends over the interface formed between the first and second substrates when they are positioned to be substantially coplanar. 1. A system configured to anchor a cover plate over an interface formed between substantially coplanar substrates , the system comprising:a sleeve anchorable in a first substrate;a spring located in the sleeve;a post located in communication with the spring, a head of the post being located in the sleeve, and an end of the post opposite the head extending out of the sleeve; anda fastener secured onto a portion of the post extending out of the sleeve;wherein the fastener is secured onto the post over the cover plate located on the first substrate, the cover plate extending over the interface formed between the first substrate and a second substrate positioned substantially coplanar to the first substrate.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a securing mechanism configured to anchor the sleeve in the first substrate.3. A covering system configured to cover a gap between two substantially coplanar substrates claim 1 , the covering system comprising:a cover plate locatable over a gap defined between a first substrate and a second substrate substantially coplanar with the first substrate; and a sleeve located in the first substrate;', 'a spring located in the sleeve;', 'a post located in communication with the spring, a head of the post being located in the sleeve, and an end of the ...

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Номер записи: 57
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Composite disc axial dampener for buildings and structures

Номер: US20170022729A1
Автор: Timothy A. Douglas
Принадлежит: Wasatch Composite Analysis LLC

A seismic axial dampener device is constructed of a multitude of composite or metallic conical compression discs and an exo-structure capable of dampening both tension and compression cycles of a building structure due to a seismic, explosion, or wind event. The dampener reacts and dampens the loading in both tension and compression along the axis of the cross brace in linear-elastic bending, creating internal hoop stress, and not through shear of the dampener device.

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Номер записи: 58
25-01-2018 дата публикации

STAIRWELL SYSTEM

Номер: US20180023285A1
Автор: SMITH MARILYN J.
Принадлежит:

The instant invention relates to a stairwell system that provides a floor that can be deployed within a stairwell that can increase the useable area in a stairwell by providing a storage area above the stairwell system and a safety shelter below the stairwell system. This stairwell flooring system is also known as a “floating floor”. The instant invention provides a set of movable floor panels that can be mounted on the wall of a stairwell into an upper and a lower chamber. The upper chamber may be used as a storage or work area. It may be equipped with shelves on the wall and a countertop so that an individual may operate appliances. The lower chamber can be used as a shelter for protection from a tornado, hurricane, or other natural disaster. 1. The functional and utility design for the Stairwell System substantially as shown and described. This application is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. No. 15/215,926 filed on Jul. 21, 2016.The following is a specification, reference being had to the accompanying drawings forming a part herein, wherein:is a perspective view of the present stairwell system with the panels lowered;is a perspective view thereof showing the panels in a raised position allowing access to the lower portion of the stairwell;is a perspective view showing all panels raised allowing complete access to the lower portion of the stairwell;shows possible dimensions for the panels of the present invention;

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Номер записи: 59
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Control Structure with Rotary Force Limiter and Energy Dissipater

Номер: US20220042340A1
Автор: Allen John Damian
Принадлежит:

A control structure comprising a pivotably based rocker frame assembly integral with rotary yield units able to produce a constant resistive yield force through high elasto-plastic displacements and high ductilities. Located within and distributed about the rotary yield units are flexural yield plates with particular boundary conditions enabling them to elasto-plastically flex to high cycling elasto-plastic displacements and high displacement and curvature ductilities, while maintaining a constant resistive yield force. The constant resistive yield force produced by the replaceable rotary units enables the control structure to resist and endure extreme seismic events (base motion input) with a constant resistive yield force, while plastic curvatures within the yield zones of the flexural plates of the rotary units are maintained well within their capacity; and forces within the control structure, within its supporting foundations, and within masses or other structures it is seismically supportive of are controlled and limited. 125-. (canceled)26. A force limiting and energy dissipating control structure comprising:a pivotable rocker frame assembly having a pivot connection to a structural member,a rotary yield unit comprising a first part rotatably connected to a second part,a yield connector comprising a resistively and resiliently deformable elastoplastically yielding yield element, the yield connector located and connected between the first part and the second part of the rotary yield unit, the rotary yield unit located between and directly or indirectly connected between the rocker frame and the structural member, wherein in response to a forcing or seismic event the rotary unit maintains a constant resistive yield force between the rocker frame and the structural member, and enables the control structure to form an elastoplastic mechanism, able to cyclically displace and plastically flow with a constant resistive yield force, and enables the control and ...

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Номер записи: 60
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Cushioning mechanism

Номер: US20190024369A1
Автор: Ma Yuhong
Принадлежит: Guangzhou University

The invention provides a cushioning mechanism comprising a base, an equal-width cam mechanism, a limiting bracket, a ball screw, two groups of energy dissipaters and energy dissipater fixing bases, wherein the equal-width cam mechanism, the limiting bracket, the ball screw, the two groups of energy dissipaters and the energy dissipater fixing bases are mounted on the base. The equal-width cam mechanism comprises a quadrilateral frame and a cam mounted in the quadrilateral frame. The cam is connected with a nut of the ball screw. The two groups of energy dissipaters are mounted on the energy dissipater fixing bases on the two sides of the equal-width cam mechanism separately. The ends, away from the energy dissipater fixing bases, of the two groups of energy dissipaters are connected with the two sides of the quadrilateral frame separately. The invention is low in manufacturing cost and good in buffering and limiting effect. 1. A cushioning mechanism comprises:a base;an equal-width cam mechanism, a limiting bracket, a ball screw, two groups of energy dissipaters and energy dissipater fixing bases mounted on the base,wherein the equal-width cam mechanism comprises a quadrilateral frame and a cam mounted in the quadrilateral frame,wherein the cam is connected with a nut of the ball screw;wherein the two groups of energy dissipaters are mounted on the energy dissipater fixing bases on the two sides of the equal-width cam mechanism separately and the ends, away from the energy dissipater fixing bases, of the two groups of energy dissipaters are connected with the two sides of the quadrilateral frame separately;wherein the limiting bracket is mounted on the periphery of the equal-width cam mechanism and the cam mechanism performs linear reciprocating motions between the two groups of energy dissipaters under the limit of the limiting bracket;wherein the end, away from the equal-width cam mechanism, of the ball screw is provided with a spring latch assembly used for being ...

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Номер записи: 61
29-01-2015 дата публикации

COMPACT COMBINED HABITATION MODULE AND UTILITY RACK WITH MULTIPLE DEPLOYMENT MODES

Номер: US20150027067A1
Автор: Finney Garrett Stevens
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The present invention is an easily mobilized compact module that combines habitable quarters and integrated interior and/or exterior multipurpose storage structures. Mobilization may be via trailer, truck bed, helicopter, adjustable jacks or other conveyance means. The module may be easily and quickly removed and reattached to one of the aforementioned mobilization means via attachable height-adjustable legs, hoist, crane, or forklift with locking turnbuckles, bolts, or other hold-downs. The module is built of a rigid exoskeleton designed for enclosure habitat and for utility as a base for attaching items or equipment. It has various end cap options such as doors, windows, or solid panels, as a user dictates. The interior of a module has modular panels that form many configurations for functional use and/or storage. The interior also has a useful endoskeleton or useful interior storage structure for attaching useful items such as soft stowage and electrical wires thereto. The module may be used as a single unit or attached together to form a larger habitable structure. 1. A habitation module , said habitation module comprising:a plurality of insulated rigid panels attached to an interior side of said habitation module;one or more modular furnishing panels, said modular furnishing panels releasably attachable to the interior of said habitation module; andat least one end cap positioned and located at a longitudinal end portion of said habitation module.2. The habitation module of wherein the habitation module includes an upper portion and a lower portion claim 1 , and wherein the upper portion tapers to become the lower portion claim 1 , and wherein the lower portion is of a size suitable for being secured in the bed of a pickup truck between its side walls and wheel wells or between wheel wells and fenders of a trailer.3. The habitation module of wherein the habitation module includes an exoskeleton structure comprising a plurality of structural frame members.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 62
28-01-2021 дата публикации

Method of constructing a space construction and product thereof

Номер: US20210023797A1
Автор: Yueh-Ming Liu
Принадлежит: Yueh-Ming Liu

A method of constructing a space construction has a preparing step, a first mixing step, a second mixing step, a matrix layer building step, a three-dimensional fiber webs paving step, and a gamma ray screening layer building step. Prepare an agitator, a strengthening material, a composite material, multiple three-dimensional fiber webs, and multiple gamma ray screening elements. Mix the strengthening material and the composite material to form a first building material. Mix the multiple gamma ray screening elements and soil on a planet to form a second building material. Build at least one matrix layer with the first building material. Pave two three-dimensional fiber webs on the at least one matrix layer. Build at least one gamma ray screening layer adjacent to one of the two three-dimensional fiber webs with the second building material. A product constructed by the method is also provided.

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Номер записи: 63
23-01-2020 дата публикации

MEMBER-TO-MEMBER LAMINAR FUSE CONNECTION

Номер: US20200024841A9
Автор: McManus Patrick, Petersen Jack, Puckett Jay
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A member-to-member planar connection bracket that includes multiple repeated fuse element configurations that each provide a pre-determined inelastic load-carrying capacity and a reliable inelastic deformation capacity upon development of one or more inelastic hinge locations within the fuse elements. The fuse configurations are interconnected in series such that the total deformation accommodated between first end of the bracket and second end of the bracket is the sum of deformations accommodated by the individual fuse configurations. Multiple brackets are configured in laminar configurations and interconnected to create a connection assembly that provides increased strength or increased deformation capacity as compared to an individual bracket. The connection assembly is used to connect a first structural member and second structural member. The pre-determined maximum inelastic load-carrying capacity of the assembly is less than the elastic load-carrying capacity of the first structural member and the second structural member. 1. A member-to-member connection assembly comprising:at least two planar connection brackets configured adjacently in a laminar configuration;each of said connection brackets comprised of a first connection member for coupling said connection bracket to a first structural member;each of said connection brackets comprised of a second connection member for coupling said connection bracket to a second structural member;each of said connection brackets comprised of at least two fuse configurations having similar material and geometry in one of a repeated S-shape, a plurality of circular or elliptical elements interconnected by a plurality of interconnection members, a rectangular shape with a stiffener element extending within the interior of the rectangular shape and between opposite sides of the rectangular shape, or a three-dimensional pattern in a spiral configuration;said at least two fuse configurations being disposed between said first ...

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Номер записи: 64
23-01-2020 дата публикации

HOLD DOWN SYSTEM WITH DISTRIBUTED LOADING FOR BUILDING WALLS

Номер: US20200024843A1
Автор: Espinosa Thomas M.
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A hold down system for a building wall comprises a first rigid member and a second rigid member, the second rigid member being vertically spaced apart from the first rigid member, the first rigid member is supported on a horizontal member of a stud wall, the first and second rigid members including first and second openings, respectively; a tie-rod with a lower end portion for being anchored to an anchorage, the tie-rod extending transversely through the first and second openings, the tie-rod dividing the first and second rigid members into a first lateral section on one side of the tie-rod and a second lateral section on a diametrically opposite side of the tie-rod; first support and second support disposed between the first and second rigid members, the first support being disposed in the first lateral section, the second support being disposed in the second lateral section, the tie-rod extending through the first and second rigid members outside of the first support or the second support; and a nut threaded to the tie-rod, the nut exerting pressure on the second rigid member to place the tie rod under tension loading, the tension loading is transferred by the second rigid member to the first and second supports to subject the first and second supports to compression loading, thereby causing the first rigid member to press on the horizontal member of the stud wall via the first and second lateral sections of the first rigid member, thus distributing the compression loading. 1. A hold down system for a building wall , comprising:a) a first rigid member and a second rigid member, the second rigid member being vertically spaced apart from the first rigid member, the first rigid member is supported on a horizontal member of a stud wall, the first and second rigid members including first and second openings, respectively;b) a tie-rod with a lower end portion for being anchored to an anchorage, the tie-rod extending transversely through the first and second openings, ...

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Номер записи: 65
28-01-2021 дата публикации

SEISMIC ISOLATOR

Номер: US20210025187A1
Автор: DUSI Alberto, OR Tan Teng
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A seismic isolator comprising: a first and a second plate-like coupling member which are arranged substantially horizontally one spaced apart above the other; and a movable sliding-block which is interposed between said plate-like coupling members, and rests in a freely sliding manner on the concave bottom of a depression realized on the exposed face of said first plate-like coupling member; the concave bottom being provided with at least one free-sliding area, which surrounds/flanks the stationary-standing area and is provided with a dynamic friction coefficient greater than that of the stationary-standing area. 1. A seismic isolator comprising:a first and a second plate-like coupling member which are arranged substantially horizontally one spaced apart above the other; and a movable sliding-block which is interposed between said plate-like coupling members, and rests in free sliding manner on the concave bottom of a depression realized on the exposed face of said first plate-like coupling member;{'b': '6', 'i': 'a', 'the seismic isolator being characterized in that the movable sliding-block rests in a free sliding manner on said concave bottom, within the perimeter of a given stationary-standing area () having an extent smaller than the overall extent of the concave bottom; and'}in that the concave bottom additionally has at least one free-sliding area which surrounds/flanks said stationary-standing area and is provided with a dynamic friction coefficient greater than that of the stationary-standing area; the movable sliding-block being able to freely slide on the concave bottom of the depression also above said free-sliding area.2. Seismic isolator according to claim 1 , characterized in that the concave bottom has a radius of curvature substantially constant.3. Seismic isolator according to claim 2 , characterized in that said concave bottom is shaped substantially like a spherical dome claim 2 , and in that the stationary-standing area is located substantially ...

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Номер записи: 66
23-01-2020 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EARTHQUAKE RISK MITAGTION IN BUILDING STRUCTURES

Номер: US20200025957A1
Автор: CHRISTOPOULOS Constantin, GUO Wen Wei Jack, MONTGOMERY Michael Stewart, PANT Deepak Raj
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A method for seismic loss assessment including receiving by a computer system computer-readable input data regarding a seismic hazard and building conditions, generating by the computer system one or more mitigation options and for each of the mitigation options, configuring the computer system to: determine a structural response, determine damage states from the structural response, determine an outcome of each of the damage states; and, output a representation of each of the outcomes for each of the damage states. The output is used in a seismic risk mitigation plan and/or design for one or more building structures. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said representation of each of said outcomes comprises a data representation of risk quantifiers.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the computer system is further configured to output at least one risk mitigation guide map summarizing an effect of each of said risk quantifiers for each said one or more building structures.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising calculating and storing cost and design data points for each of said mitigation options and relating said risk identifiers to said cost and design data points for said using step.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein said step of generating one or more mitigation options comprises generating a range of feasible building properties and generating representative structural attributes of risk mitigation options.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the computer system configured to determine a structural response comprises a configuration to determine primary engineering demand parameters and to calculate secondary engineering demand parameters conditional on the primary engineering demand parameters.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the computer system configured to determine a damage state for said structural response comprises a configuration to determine a damage state for a plurality of components within the building structure; and the configuration to ...

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Номер записи: 67
24-04-2014 дата публикации

System for connecting a first component and a second component to form a flexurally rigid frame corner

Номер: US20140112707A1
Автор: Kasal Bohumil, Ruether Norbert
Принадлежит: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Foerderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.

The invention relates to a system for connecting a first load-bearing component () to a second load-bearing component () in order to form a flexurally rigid frame corner, having a first connecting plate (), which is arranged on the first component (), and a second connecting plate (), which is arranged on the second component (), wherein 112121222. System for connecting a first load-bearing component () to a second load-bearing component () in order to form a flexurally rigid frame corner , having a first connecting plate () , which is arranged on the first component () , and a second connecting plate () , which is arranged on the second component () , wherein{'b': 12', '22', '3, 'a. the connecting plates (, ) each contain a first bore, in which a bolt element () is introduced in order to form a defined axis of rotation,'}{'b': 12', '22', '14', '24', '4', '12', '22, 'b. the connecting plates (, ) contain further, mutually correspondingly arranged apertures (, ), in which is arranged at least one screw () which braces the connecting plates (, ) against one another, and'}{'b': 14', '24', '4, 'c. the further apertures (, ) and the at least one screw () are dimensioned such that rotation is possible through a defined angle of rotation about the axis of rotation.'}213233. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that the internal diameter of the first bore ( claim 1 , ) and the external diameter of the bolt element () correspond to one another.314244. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , in the case of the correspondingly arranged apertures ( claim 1 , ) claim 1 , the internal diameter of the further aperture is larger than the external diameter of the screws ().41424. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that the further apertures ( claim 1 , ) are designed as slots.51222. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , on the surfaces which are directed toward one another in the assembled state claim 1 , the ...

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Номер записи: 68
02-02-2017 дата публикации

SHELTER AND ENTRY UNIT FOR A SHELTER

Номер: US20170030070A1
Автор: HOTES Douglas T
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A shelter includes: a shelter framework including (a) first and second frames, and (b) a plurality of purlin members, each purlin member interposing between the first frame and the second frame; a cover positioned over the shelter framework; a doorcase, secured to and positioned within the first frame, having a central portion, a first side portion and a second side portion, the central portion having an upper section that includes tracks on each side; a center door, extending from a top of the central portion of the doorcase to a bottom of the central portion of the doorcase, having a sliding structure on each side edge; and a first and a second door, each extending from the top of the corresponding side portion of the doorcase to the bottom of the corresponding side portion of the doorcase, the side doors being positioned on opposing sides of the center door, each side door including a track on the side adjacent the center door. When the center door is closed, the sliding structure is positioned within the tracks of the upper portion of the doorcase and the tracks of the side door. 1. A shelter comprising: first and second frames, and', 'a plurality of purlin members, each purlin member interposing between the first frame and the second frame;, 'a shelter framework includinga cover positioned over the shelter framework;a doorcase, secured to and positioned within the first frame, having a central portion, a first side portion and a second side portion, the central portion having an upper section that includes tracks on each side;a center door, extending from a top of the central portion of the doorcase to a bottom of the central portion of the doorcase, having a sliding structure on each side edge; anda first and a second door, each extending from the top of the corresponding side portion of the doorcase to the bottom of the corresponding side portion of the doorcase, the side doors being positioned on opposing sides of the center door, each side door including a ...

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Номер записи: 69
02-02-2017 дата публикации

ANTI-BALLISTIC BARRIER FOR HIGH VALUE FACILITIES PROTECTION SUCH AS ELECTRICAL GRID EQUIPMENT

Номер: US20170030689A1
Автор: Ferguson Jeffery Eugene
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A modular ballistic barrier assembly for deployment in proximity to a protected high value asset such as electrical grid equipment. A ballistic barrier assembly comprises a plurality of prefabricated ballistic barrier panel units that can be stacked on top of each other. Each panel unit is made of spaced apart angled steel louvers or slats, arranged in one or more sections. The louvers are arranged in one or more vertically extending, spaced apart rows, having an outwardly facing row of louvers presenting a downwardly angled surface to an approaching projectile, and an inwardly facing row of louvers presenting a second layer of ballistics protection. Steel I-beam support columns are provided at spaced apart intervals to receive and support a stack of panel units. The panel units are made to interlock with vertically adjacent, stacked panels, so that multiple panel units can be stacked. 1. A modular ballistic barrier assembly for deployment in proximity to a protected asset , comprising:a plurality of prefabricated ballistic barrier panel units that can be stacked on top of each other, each panel unit comprising a plurality of spaced apart angled steel louvers or slats, arranged in one or more sections, the louvers mounted between one or more vertically extending end support plates:a plurality of vertically extending support columns provided at spaced apart intervals to receive and support a stack of one or more panel units, each of the support columns including a vertical slot positioned at the top end of the support column and a retaining edge, such that a panel unit may be placed into position by horizontal insertion into the vertical slot and vertical downward movement into the support column confined by the retaining edge; andwherein at least one of the panel units is configured to rest atop a vertically adjacent, stacked panel unit;whereby multiple panel units can be stacked by insertion into the vertical slot of the support columns.2. The ballistic barrier ...

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Номер записи: 70
02-02-2017 дата публикации

DISPLACEMENT MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20170030701A1
Автор: Best Aaron M., Saxey Brandt
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A system may measure displacement in an architectural brace that absorbs deformation inducing energy. The architectural brace may have a core member with first and second ends attachable to architectural features, and an intermediate portion between the first and second ends. The architectural brace may also have a buckling restraining assembly that encases the intermediate portion to resist buckling of the intermediate portion. The system may have a first coupling with a first attachment feature securable to the first end of the core member, and a second coupling with a second attachment feature securable to the second end of the core member. The second coupling may be displaced from the first coupling by a displacement. Further, the system may have a sensor that measures a plurality of changes in the displacement occurring over a period of time. The sensor may provide measurement data indicative of the changes. 1. A system for measuring displacement of an architectural brace that absorbs deformation inducing energy , the architectural brace comprising a core member having first and second ends attachable to architectural features to restrain motion between the architectural features and an intermediate portion between the first and second ends , and a buckling restraining assembly that encases the intermediate portion to resist buckling of the intermediate portion , the system comprising:a first coupling comprising a first attachment feature securable to the first end of the core member;a second coupling comprising a second attachment feature securable to the second end of the core member, wherein the second coupling is displaced from the first coupling by a displacement; anda sensor connected to the first coupling and the second coupling such that the sensor measures a plurality of changes in the displacement occurring over a period of time;wherein the sensor provides measurement data indicative of the changes.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 71
01-02-2018 дата публикации

SEISMIC BASE ISOLATION SUPPORT APPARATUS

Номер: US20180030749A1
Автор: Nagata Shuichi, WAKE Tomotaka
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A seismic base isolation support apparatus includes: a laminated body in which elastic layers and rigid layers are alternately laminated; a circularly columnar body which is disposed in a hollow portion of the laminated body ; an outer peripheral protective layer covering an outer peripheral surface of the laminated body ; an upper mounting plate and a lower mounting plate which are respectively connected to an uppermost rigid layer of the rigid layers and a lowermost rigid layer of the rigid layers by means of bolts ; a shear key which is fittingly secured in a recess of the uppermost rigid layer and a recess of the upper mounting plate ; and a shear key which is fittingly secured in a recess of the lowermost rigid layer and a recess of the lower mounting plate 1. A seismic base isolation support apparatus comprising: a laminated body having a plurality of rigid layers and elastic layers which are alternately laminated; and a columnar body having a columnar lead plug or tin plug and disposed in a columnar hollow portion defined by at least an inner peripheral surface of said laminated body , wherein said laminated body includes , in addition to the rigid layers and the elastic layers , an annular thermal conductor which is interposed between an outer peripheral surface of said columnar body and an annular inner surface of the elastic layer in such a manner as to be in contact with the outer peripheral surface of said columnar body , the annular inner surface of the elastic layer , and at least one surface of a pair of rigid layers sandwiching the elastic layer and having a thermal conductivity higher than that of the elastic layer.2. The seismic base isolation support apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the thermal conductor includes at least a polymer and a filler having a thermal conductivity higher than that of the elastic layer.3. The seismic base isolation support apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the polymer includes at least one of a ...

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Номер записи: 72
01-05-2014 дата публикации

FASTENING DEVICE

Номер: US20140115979A1
Автор: Kenho Okura
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A fasting device that fastens a supporting member such as a foundation plate () to a connecting member such as a pillar () is composed of a bearing body (), shock absorbing bodies (), anchoring implements (), etc. The bearing body () is disposed at the center of a space (S) where the supporting member and the connecting member face each other, and comprises a basic plate () which is in surface contact with the supporting member, a mounting plate () which is in surface contact with the connecting member, and connecting sections which connect both of these plates. The shock absorbing bodies () are formed using U-shaped leaf springs or the like, and are disposed at the outer edges of the space (S) where the supporting member and the connecting member face each other. Reaction forces are generated in the shock absorbing bodies () according to the displacement of the connecting member or the like. 142515159. A fastening device for fastening a supporting member and a connecting member that are adjacent to each other such as a pair of a foundation plate () and a pillar () or a pair of a pillar () and a cross beam () , comprising:{'b': '11', 'a bearing body () disposed in a space (S) in which the supporting member and the connecting member face each other;'}{'b': '38', 'a plurality of shock absorbing bodies () disposed near outer rims in the space (S);'}{'b': 55', '58', '11', '38, 'anchoring implements (, ) embedded in the supporting member and/or the connecting member to fix the bearing body () and the shock absorbing body (); and'}{'b': 54', '11', '38, 'a bolt () tor fixing the bearing body () and the shock absorbing body (),'}{'b': 11', '12', '14', '12', '14, 'wherein the bearing body () includes a basic plate () that is in surface contact with the supporting member, a mounting plate () that is in surface contact with the connecting member, and a connecting section connecting the basic plate () and the mounting plate () in substantially center of the space (S), and'}{'b ...

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Номер записи: 73
05-02-2015 дата публикации

MODULAR ASSEMBLY SHELTER

Номер: US20150033639A1
Автор: WILSON Derick
Принадлежит: BLUE PLANET BUILDINGS (UK) LIMITED

Apparatus manually configurable from a portable unit configuration into an assembled configuration provides a rigid shelter including a solar powered electricity supply circuit. The rigid shelter including the solar powered electrical supply circuit is manually configurable into reusable disassembled parts. Wall elements are releasably connectable between a base element and a roof element. Corner elements are used to define a unit. A plurality of units may be arranged as a single storey shelter or as a multi-storey shelter. External shelter elements have solar energy collector cells that may form part of an external element. A shipping container arrangement includes a plurality of stacked portable unit configurations. 1. Modular assembly shelter apparatus comprising:a base element comprising base connectors,a roof element comprising roof connectors,a plurality of corner elements comprising corner connectors for detachably connecting to roof connectors or base connectors, anda plurality of wall elements comprising wall connectors for detachably connecting to roof connectors, base connectors, corner connectors or other wall connectors,a photovoltaic solar collector,an electricity storage device for storing electricity generated from solar energy received by the photovoltaic solar collector,electrical circuit componentry, anda utility panel;said modular assembly shelter apparatus manually configurable from a portable unit configuration into an assembled configuration providing a rigid shelter configured to imitate a house or an office comprising a solar powered electricity supply circuit.2. The modular assembly shelter apparatus of wherein the rigid shelter is configured to be dismantled and reused.3. The modular assembly shelter apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of support devices configured to be releasably connected to said base element claim 1 , for supporting said base element relative to ground level.4. The modular assembly shelter apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 74
05-02-2015 дата публикации

EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT REINFORCEMENT APPARATUS, EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT BUILDING, AND AN EARTHQUAKE RESISTANT REINFORCING METHOD

Номер: US20150033641A1
Автор: OKAWA Isao, SATOH Shuichi
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An earthquake resistant reinforcement apparatus of a structure that can be attached simply and conveniently even to an aged building and imposes no substantial burden on inhabitants. The structure has an anti-seismic device for absorbing a seismic energy, an attaching member for attaching the anti-seismic device to the outside of a building, and a horizontal supporting member for supporting the anti-seismic device substantially horizontally. A plurality of attaching members are provided spot-wise to the girder or the beam of an existent building and the horizontal supporting member is a horizontal connection beam for connecting the attaching member horizontally. 1: An earthquake resistant reinforcement apparatus of a structure comprising:an anti-seismic device for absorbing a seismic energy,an attaching member for attaching the anti-seismic device to the outside of a building, anda horizontal supporting member for supporting the anti-seismic device substantially horizontally.2: The earthquake resistant reinforcement structure according to claim 1 , whereina plurality of the attaching members are disposed spot-wise to the girder of the building or the outer wall of the building, andthe horizontal supporting member is a horizontal connection beam that connects the attaching member horizontally.3: The earthquake resistant reinforcement structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe anti-seismic device is disposed so as to provide a predetermined clearance relative to the outer wall of the building.4: The earthquake reinforcing structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe attaching member has a horizontal vibration stopping member for preventing the arm of the attaching member from vibrating in the horizontal direction.5: An earthquake resistant building including:an anti-seismic device for absorbing a seismic energy,an attaching member for attaching the anti-seismic device to the outside of the building,a horizontal supporting member for supporting the anti-seismic device ...

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Номер записи: 75
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Sway Brace Attachment

Номер: US20220049518A1
Автор: Johnson Jacob Lee, JR. David Henry, Petry, Pruitt Phillip Warren Harmon
Принадлежит: Eaton Intelligent Power Limited

The present disclosure is generally directed to a sway brace attachment for a bracing system comprising a body defining at least one slot for receiving a flange of a structural support of a building, a set screw bar coupled to the body, and set screws threadably received in threaded openings defined by the set screw bar 1. A sway brace attachment for a bracing system , the sway brace attachment comprising:a body defining at least one slot for receiving a flange of a structural support of a building,a set screw bar coupled to the body, the set screw bar having opposite end portions disposed outside the body, each of the opposite end portions of the set screw bar defining a threaded opening extending through the set screw bar; andset screws threadably received in the threaded openings of the set screw bar, wherein the set screws are configured to be tightened within the threaded openings to engage the flange of the structural support received in the at least one slot and secure the sway brace to the flange.2. The sway brace attachment set forth in claim 1 , wherein the body includes a back wall and opposing left and right side walls extending forward from the back wall claim 1 , wherein the at least one slot includes slots defined by the left and right side walls.3. The sway brace attachment set forth in claim 2 , wherein the body is generally channel-shaped having open upper and lower ends and an open front side.4. The sway brace attachment set forth in claim 3 , wherein upper ends of the left and right side walls are chamfered downward toward the front side of the body to provide clearance for tightening the set screws.5. The sway brace attachment set forth in claim 2 , wherein the back wall defines an opening configured to receive a fastener to secure a sway brace to the sway brace attachment.6. The sway brace attachment set forth in claim 2 , wherein the set screw bar is slidably received in opposing openings defined by the left and right side walls.7. The sway ...

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Номер записи: 76
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Prestress-free self-centering energy-dissipative tension-only brace

Номер: US20220049519A1
Автор: Dafu CAO, Kun Wang, Pei CHI, Tong Xing, Wenlong Tian
Принадлежит: Yangzhou University

A prestress-free self-centering energy-dissipative tension-only brace, including a self-centering mechanism, an energy dissipation mechanism, a force-limiting energy-dissipative mechanism, a high strength steel cable, and a sleeve. The self-centering mechanism includes a sliding end plate, a spring, and a connection rod. One end of the spring is connected and fixed to the inner wall of the sleeve, and the other end of the spring is connected with the sliding end plate. One end of the connection rod is anchored at the center of the sliding end plate, and the other end of the connection rod passes through a fixed end of the spring. The energy dissipation mechanism includes rotating shafts, rotating wheels, friction plates, chains, and a cross-shaped connecting piece.

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Номер записи: 77
31-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FABRICATION AND USE OF BRACE DESIGNS FOR BRACED FRAMES

Номер: US20190032326A1
Автор: Allen Clayton J., JR. Rudolph E., Radau, Richard Ralph M.
Принадлежит: DBM GLOBAL INC.

Embodiments of the present invention relate to a structural frame member which includes a brace member that is used to absorb energy when the structural frame is subjected to loadings such as seismic, wind and gravity loads. The brace member is coupled to a restraining member that increases the buckling capacity of the brace member so that the brace member has approximately the same load axial capacity in compression as in tension. Embodiments of the invention also relate to the design, construction and assembly of the connection of the brace member that couples the brace member to a gusset plate which is coupled to the beam and column in the structural frame. 1. A structural brace member comprising:a plate positioned lengthwise within a square tube, wherein the plate extends beyond a first end of the square tube and a second end of the square tube, wherein no substantial material is disposed within the square tube between the square tube and the plate;an upper fin coupled to and extending orthogonally from a top surface of the plate;a lower fin coupled to and extending orthogonally from a bottom surface of the plate;a pair of top connecting plates, one of the top connecting plates coupled to the top surface of the plate at a first end of the plate, and one of the top connecting plates coupled to the top surface of the plate at a second end of the plate; anda pair of bottom connecting plates, one of the bottom connecting plates coupled to the bottom surface of the plate at the first end of the plate, and one of the bottom connecting plates coupled to the bottom surface of the plate at the second end of the plate.2. The structural brace member of claim 1 , wherein a height the upper fin is the same as a height of the lower fin.3. The structural brace member of claim 1 , wherein the plate comprises steel.4. The structural brace member of claim 1 , wherein the plate is substantially parallel to a horizontal side of the square tube claim 1 , and at least one of the ...

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Номер записи: 78
31-01-2019 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A CUBOCTAHEDRON STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190032331A1
Автор: von GONTEN CHARLES M.
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A system is disclosed comprising a plurality of connected cuboctahedrons forming a column for a building, cuboctahedron comprising a plurality of legs connected by connectors, the first ends of two short sections of a leg are screwed into two separate first and second connector balls, and wherein the first ends of two separate coupling nuts are screwed fully onto the first and second ends of a longer separate section of leg, and wherein the first and second ends of each such longer section of leg, with said coupling nuts screwed fully thereon, are fitted end to end with the second ends of the two short sections of leg already fitted into the corresponding first and second connector balls, first above mentioned, and wherein the first ends of each such coupling nuts are screwed from the first and second ends of the longer section of leg onto the second ends of the short sections of leg first above mentioned which had been screwed into said first and second connector balls. 1. A system , the system comprising:a plurality of connected cuboctahedrons forming a column for a building, wherein each of the plurality of cuboctahedrons comprises a three-dimensional lattice-work of uniformly spaced interconnected three-dimensional tetrahedrons and three-dimensional pyramidal-shaped skeletal structures, wherein each of the three-dimensional structures comprises a plurality of legs connected by connectors, wherein a plurality of coupling nuts connect each of the plurality of legs to the connectors, wherein a first end of a short section of a leg is screwed into a first ball, a first end of the coupling nut screws on a second end of the short section and a longer section of leg is screwed into the second end of the coupling nut and wherein a first end of a second short section of a leg is screwed into a second ball, a first end of a second coupling nut screws on a second end of the second short section and a second end of the longer section of rod is screwed into a second end of ...

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Номер записи: 79
11-02-2016 дата публикации

ASEISMIC CONNECTION DEVICE FOR CONNECTING A PANEL TO A BEAM

Номер: US20160040446A1
Автор: BECCI Innocenzo, FORESI Francesco
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A seismic connection device for connecting a panel to a beam includes a dissipating element with a longitudinal axis fixed to the beam only in correspondence of its longitudinal ends, a sliding connector slidingly mounted on the dissipating element in such manner to slide along the longitudinal axis of the dissipating element, a fixed connector fixed to the panel, a tensioning element disposed between the fixed connector and the sliding connector to allow for a linear displacement of the fixed connector towards the sliding connector. The panel is adapted to move with respect to the beam in the direction of the longitudinal axis. 1. Aseismic connection device used to connect a panel to a beam , comprising:a dissipating element shaped as a bar with a longitudinal axis fixed to the beam in such manner that the longitudinal axis of the dissipating element is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the beam;a sliding connector slidingly mounted on the dissipating element in such manner to slide along the longitudinal axis of the dissipating element,a fixed connector fixed to the panel in correspondence of a transverse axis orthogonal to the longitudinal axis and passing through a mid point of the dissipating element; anda tensioning element disposed between the fixed connector and the sliding connector in such manner to allow for a linear displacement of the fixed connector towards the sliding connector in the direction of the transverse axis until the panel stops against a longitudinal edge of the beam in such a way to connect the panel to the beam;wherein said panel is not able to move with respect to the beam in the direction of the transverse axis and said panel is able to move with respect to the beam in the direction of the longitudinal axis.2. The connection device of claim 1 , wherein said dissipating device comprises a deformable section.3. The connection device of claim 1 , wherein said dissipating element comprises two projections provided at its ends and adapted ...

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Номер записи: 80
08-02-2018 дата публикации

WALL SHEATHING WITH PASSIVE ENERGY DISSIPATION

Номер: US20180038104A1
Автор: Tipping Steven B.
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A corrugated sheet metal wall sheathing for resisting external excitations such as wind or earthquake of light-framed wall structures. The sheathing has sheet profile proportioned to insure the top flutes deform laterally and yield at the end of the flute before the onset of any failure mode. A transverse slot in included ineach top flute and adjacent web of the sheathing and spaced at intervals along the length of the sheathing. 110-. (canceled)11. A structural shear panel comprising:a corrugated sheet metal panel extending in a horizontal direction and in a vertical direction along a vertical plane, the corrugated sheet metal panel having a plurality of upper flute portions, a plurality of lower flute portions, and a plurality of web portions interconnecting the upper and lower flute portions, the pluralities of upper flute portions, lower flute portions, and web portions all being elongated along the horizontal direction;a first plurality of openings that linearly extend along the vertical direction through the plurality of upper flute portions and through the plurality of web portions, but not through the lower flute portions; anda second plurality of openings that linearly extend along the vertical direction, parallel to the first plurality of openings, through the plurality of upper flute portions and plurality of web portions, but not through the lower flute portions.121. The structural shear panel of claim , wherein a graphic depiction of shear forces applied to the corrugated sheet metal panel and resulting deformation comprises a full non-pinched hysteresis loop.131. The structural shear panel of claim , wherein the first plurality of openings and the second plurality of openings are spaced at an interval that enables a drift ratio of up to 6% in the corrugated sheet metal panel.141. The structural shear panel of claim , wherein the first plurality of openings and the second plurality of openings are spaced at an interval that enables a drift ratio of 3% ...

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Номер записи: 81
24-02-2022 дата публикации

MOON COMPLEX, ORBITING DOCKING SPACEPORT, AND METHODS OF USE AND TRANSPORTATION

Номер: US20220055777A1
Автор: WEST Brandon
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A moon/planet complex, an orbiting docking spaceport, and transportation vehicles therebetween that includes i) moon/planet base station having a landing platform with a plurality of charged plates; ii) a moon/planet orbiting craft, docking spacecraft having landing platform with a plurality of charged plates; iii) a personnel transport spacecraft to shuttle personnel between an orbiting craft and planetary/moon base station having rotating electromagnetic rings and/or rotating electromagnetic plates to interact with charged plates; iv) a large personnel/cargo transport spacecraft to shuttle personnel between an orbiting craft and planetary base station having rotating electromagnetic plates to interact with charged plates. 1. A moon outpost operational about a lunar surface craft , said moon outpost comprising:a personnel transport craft configured to transport personnel, said personnel transport craft having a plurality of rotating electromagnetic rings; anda moon orbiting craft orbiting above the lunar surface having:a spacecraft body;a habitat module, said habitat module rotates about said spacecraft body to provide rotational forces to simulate a gravity environment;a synchronized interface tunnel formed around said habitat module and between said spacecraft body and said habitat module, said synchronized interface tunnel having a transport module configured to traverse therein to synchronize and lock in rotation with said habitat module;a command module affixed to said habitat module;an orbiting landing platform configured having a first plurality of charged plates to steer and control a rate of said personnel transport craft, said first plurality of charged plates are configured to generate electromagnetic fields to interact with said rotating electromagnetic rings to steer and control said rate of said personnel transport craft proximate the moon orbiting craft;a docking portal for docking of said personnel transport craft;a propulsion system to maintain a ...

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Номер записи: 82
12-02-2015 дата публикации

User equipment reallocation between nodes

Номер: US20150043404A1
Автор: Alexei Davydov, JONG-KAE FWU, Vadim Sergeyev
Принадлежит: Intel IP Corp

A technology for a power management module that is operable to reduce power consumption in a communications network. A resource availability of one or more evolved node B (eNode Bs) in the communications network can be determine to receive data traffic of a plurality of user equipment (UEs) in communication with a serving eNode B. A power consumption rate of the communications network can be calculated when the serving eNode B is placed in a power saving mode. The serving eNode B can be switched to a power savings mode when the resource availability of the one or more eNode Bs enables the plurality of UEs to be handed over from the serving eNode B to selected eNode Bs of the one or more eNode Bs.

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Номер записи: 83
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Breakthrough resistant drywall structure

Номер: US20220056724A1
Автор: Klaus HOLFELDER, Klaus Wandler, Ruth SCHNOBRICH
Принадлежит: KNAUF GIPS KG

Breakthrough resistant drywall structure, classified at least for resistance class 2 according to DIN EN 1627 from September 2011, having at least two studs arranged to form a drywall substructure, each stud including a base portion and at least one flange portion, the drywall structure further having a plurality of building panels attached to the at least one flange portion, the drywall structure 1 further including a filling material, wherein the filling material comprises fibers.

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Номер записи: 84
07-02-2019 дата публикации

FOUNDATION

Номер: US20190040603A1
Автор: TEOBALDELLI Ivan
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A double raft foundation for buildings includes: a lower raft, a layer of a material with a low friction coefficient applied on the lower raft, a platform having slabs of material with a low friction coefficient, slidingly disposed on the layer, an upper raft joined with the slab platform and a superstructure joined with the upper raft; wherein the upper raft is disposed on the lower raft in such manner that, in case of an earthquake, the platform of slabs of the upper raft can slide slidingly on the layer of the lower raft, allowing the upper raft to move relatively with respect to the lower raft. 1. Double raft foundation for buildings comprising:a lower raft;a layer of material with a low friction coefficient applied on the lower raft;a platform comprising a plurality of coplanar slabs of material with a low friction coefficient, slidingly disposed on said layer of the lower raft;an upper raft joined with said platform of slabs; anda superstructure joined to the upper raft;wherein the upper raft is disposed on the lower raft in such manner that, in case of an earthquake, said platform of slabs of the upper raft can slide on said layer of the lower raft, allowing the upper raft to move relatively with respect to the lower raft,characterized in thatthe static sliding friction coefficient and the dynamic sliding friction coefficient between said layer of the lower raft and said slabs of the platform of the upper raft are equal to or lower than 0.04.2. The double raft foundation of claim 1 , wherein said layer of the lower raft is made of Teflon and said slabs of the platform of the upper raft are made of steel and/or Teflon.3. The double raft foundation of claim 1 , wherein said lower raft is shaped as a tank with raised perimeter walls in order to contain said upper raft.4. The double raft foundation of claim 3 , also comprising dissipating-dampening devices and centering devices interposed between said perimeter walls of the lower raft and said upper raft to ...

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Номер записи: 85
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Connecting gusset plate with sliding end plate for buckling-restrained brace

Номер: US20190040645A1
Автор: Haichao Yu, Junxian Zhao, Ruobing CHEN, WEI Han
Принадлежит: Beijing Brace Damper Technology Co Ltd, South China University of Technology SCUT

Disclosed is a gusset plate connection with sliding end plates for a buckling-restrained brace, including central plate (1), first rib plate (2), second rib plate (3), horizontal end plate (4), first horizontal tie plate (5), second horizontal tie plate (6), bolts (7) and unbonding layers (8). Horizontal end plate (4) is perpendicular to the central plate (1) and fixedly disposed on a lower end surface of central plate (1). First horizontal tie plate (5) and second horizontal tie plate (6) are both disposed on an upper surface of horizontal end plate (4) and are located at two sides of central plate (1), respectively. Unbonding layers (8) are each disposed at a bottom surface of horizontal end plate (4), between horizontal end plate (4) and first horizontal tie plate (5), and between horizontal end plate (4) and second horizontal tie plate (6). The components are connected by means of bolts (7).

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Номер записи: 86
19-02-2015 дата публикации

Safe Room System for Folding Attic Stair Assembly

Номер: US20150047273A1
Автор: Whitten Josiah, Whitten Kimberly
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A system and method for establishing a safe room environment within an attic space utilizing a typical folding attic stair and door assembly. The system includes components that retrofit to an existing folding attic stair in a manner that allows the user to draw the attic stair up behind them and to secure the attic door panel closed and locked while the user is within the attic space. The components include a retractable lift cord attached to a middle section of the attic stair, and a lift rod attached to the attic door. Brackets and frames positioned on the attic door and door frame allow the user to pull up to fold and raise the stair into the attic space. A lock may then secure the attic stair closed preventing access from below. Methods for installing the system and using the system are provided. 1. A system of components for creating a safe room environment within a residence having an attic space , the attic space routinely accessible by way of a multi-section folding attic stair and door assembly , the system of components comprising:a lift cord having a fixed end secured to a middle section of the folding attic stair assembly and a free end movable into the attic space;a lift rod having a fixed end pivotally secured to a top section of the folding attic stair and door assembly, and a free end movable into the attic space; anda lock positioned on the attic stair assembly, the lock operable from the attic space to secure the folding attic stair and door assembly in an elevated and closed condition;wherein after installation of the system of components on the folding attic stair and door assembly, the user may unfold the attic stair and door assembly, carry the free end of the lift cord into the attic space while ascending the attic stairs, draw up the folding attic stair and door assembly, folding the stair sections together and lifting the folded stair sections and door up into a closed position with the lift rod, and locking the attic stair door closed with ...

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Номер записи: 87
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Fabricated Intelligent Joint Provided with Particle Damping Chambers for Energy Dissipation and Assembly Method

Номер: US20210047825A1
Автор: Liu Ye, Liu Yi, MOU Ben, Wang Yan
Принадлежит: QINGDAO UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

A fabricated intelligent joint provided with particle damping chambers for energy dissipation includes a core steel frame, an external fully-fabricated steel pipe column, a fully-fabricated annular beam-column connecting assembly, a structural health detection system and particle damping chambers. The core steel frame is located in the external fully-fabricated steel pipe column, is concentric with the external fully-fabricated steel pipe column and comprises a circular hollow steel keel and a plurality of protruding steel plate wings. The external fully-fabricated steel pipe column is formed by splicing a plurality of arc steel pipe column sheets. A space between the external fully-fabricated steel pipe column and the circular hollow steel keel of the core steel frame has the particle damping chambers installed therein and has concrete poured therein. A large quantity of spherical rubber particles is contained in the particle damping chambers. 1. A fabricated intelligent joint provided with particle damping chambers for an energy dissipation , comprising: a core steel frame , an external fully-fabricated steel pipe column , a fully-fabricated annular beam-column connecting assembly , a structural health detection system and the particle damping chambers; whereinthe core steel frame is located in the external fully-fabricated steel pipe column, and the core steel frame is concentric with the external fully-fabricated steel pipe column;the core steel frame comprises a circular hollow steel keel and a plurality of protruding steel plate wings, the external fully-fabricated steel pipe column is formed by splicing a plurality of arc steel pipe column sheets, and a gap between the core steel frame and the external fully-fabricated steel pipe column is filled with a concrete;the fully-fabricated annular beam-column connecting assembly comprises upper arc connecting tiles, lower arc connecting tiles and core beam-column connecting pieces adjacent arc connecting tiles of ...

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Номер записи: 88
18-02-2021 дата публикации

PREFABRICATED STEEL-WOOD COMPOSITE JOINT

Номер: US20210047827A1
Автор: Feng Peng, MOU Ben, QIAO Qiyun, YAN Bingcheng, ZHAO Fei
Принадлежит: QINGDAO UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

A prefabricated steel-wood composite joint includes square pipe columns, steel-wood composite beams, and a beam-column connecting assembly for connecting the square pipe columns and the steel-wood composite beams. Each square pipe column includes connecting corner columns and connecting side plates. Each steel-wood composite beam includes a top flange, a bottom flange and wood webs for connecting the top flange and the bottom flange. The beam-column connecting assembly is a central column connecting assembly or a corner column connecting assembly. By a special structural design, the composite joint realizes effective beam-column connection without a welded connection and a bolted connection and has tenacity and good seismic performance. The components of the composite joint can be prefabricated in a factory, are high in precision and are assembled on site, so that construction is easy and convenient, procedures are simplified, and the construction period is effectively shortened. 1. A prefabricated steel-wood composite joint , comprising a plurality of square pipe columns , a plurality of steel-wood composite beams , and a beam-column connecting assembly for connecting the square pipe columns and the steel-wood composite beams , wherein:each square pipe column comprises a plurality of connecting corner columns and a plurality of connecting side plates, wherein the connecting corner columns are steel columns, the connecting side plates are wood plates, and the square pipe column is of a hollow pipe column structure formed by splicing the connecting corner columns and the connecting side plates;each steel-wood composite beam comprises a top flange, a bottom flange and a plurality of wood webs for connecting the top flange and the bottom flange, wherein the top flange and the bottom flange are arranged in parallel and are both steel structures comprising a plurality of flange insertion slots formed in inner sides, flange insertion heads matched with the flange ...

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Номер записи: 89
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Attachment Device for a Non-Structural Component of a Building

Номер: US20210047854A1
Автор: Khalkar Amol, Thorat Hemraj K., Witherbee Martin Lee
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An attachment device for securing a non-structural component of a building to a structural component of the building includes a non-structural component holder defining a receiving space configured to receive the non-structural component to couple the non-structural component to the attachment device. The non-structural component holder applies generally no compressive force against the non-structural component when the non-structural component is disposed in the receiving space so that the non-structural component is free to move relative to the non-structural component holder. A stop is configured to be secured to the non-structural component. The stop is configured to engage the non-structural component holder to inhibit movement of the non-structural component relative to the non-structural component holder when the stop and non-structural component holder are secured to the non-structural component. 1. An attachment device for securing a non-structural component of a building to a structural component of the building , the attachment device comprising:a non-structural component holder defining a receiving space configured to receive the non-structural component to couple the non-structural component to the attachment device, wherein the non-structural component holder applies generally no compressive force against the non-structural component when the non-structural component is disposed in the receiving space so that the non-structural component is free to move relative to the non-structural component holder; anda stop configured to be secured to the non-structural component, the stop configured to engage the non-structural component holder to inhibit movement of the non-structural component relative to the non-structural component holder when the stop and non-structural component holder are secured to the non-structural component.2. The attachment device of claim 1 , wherein the stop inhibits longitudinal movement of the non-structural component relative to ...

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Номер записи: 90
18-02-2021 дата публикации

ROTATING VIBRATION ABSORBER COMPRISING A BELT DRIVE

Номер: US20210048088A1
Автор: FRITZ Florian, MITSCH Franz
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A vibration absorber which, in addition to a main mass which is fixed thereto and moved along a curved trajectory by a driving mechanism, comprises a substantially smaller variably adjustable rotating flywheel mass which is moved together with the main mass along the trajectory thereof, enabling the adjustment of the frequency of the absorber. The rotating flywheel mass is driven by a novel belt device independently of the driving mechanism. A rotating vibration absorber which, along with the main mass and the rotating flywheel mass, comprises its own damping unit, such as an eddy-current damping unit. 115-. (canceled)16. A vibration absorber , that is variably adaptable to an interference frequency , which can be used in wind turbines , buildings , machines in systems having comparable vibration characteristics , the vibration absorber comprising:{'b': 2', '2', '1', '5', '1, 'a running gear () equipped with running wheels (.), a main absorber mass (), and a running device (),'} [{'b': '5', 'the main absorber mass () is attached to the running gear or is an integral part of the running gear,'}, {'b': 1', '2', '5, 'the running device () for the running gear () is substantially circular or concave in such a way that the running gear or the main absorber mass () is movable and displayable on this running device from a central position or apex position in accordance with the vibrational forces which trigger movements acting in a direction of the running device,'}, {'b': 2', '5', '6', '5, 'the running gear () or the main absorber mass () has at least one disc-shaped, rotationally symmetrical driven rotating flywheel mass () which has an axis of rotation perpendicular to the plane of the circular path of the running device, and moves together with the main absorber mass (),'}, {'b': '6', 'the at least one rotating flywheel mass () comprises at least one rotating mass disc and has a direction of rotation which substantially corresponds to a respective direction of the ...

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Номер записи: 91
18-02-2016 дата публикации

FIREPROOF HOME AND A FIRE PROOF HEAT BARRIER SHIELD STRUCTURE

Номер: US20160047120A1
Автор: Davis Aaron, Davis Logan, Davis Matthew
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The embodiments herein provide a fireproof barrier shield comprising the panels combined together to form a fireproof blanket placed on the building structure to protect the structure from flying embers, radiant heat and fire accidents. The panel comprises an inner heat retardant layer an outer heat reflective layer secured together using a heat resistant adhesive glue or thread. Each panel has several slots for receiving a fastener for combining the panels. The straps comprising a buckle and a belt are provided for securing the fireproof blanket to the ground using screw type anchors or stakes. The buckle is made of heat conductive material and the strap is made of fireproof threads. The perforated channels with brass or aluminum hose fittings are sewn to the inner layer to allow the water flow. The shield comprises a third layer arranged as an outer layer or an inner layer. 1. A fireproof barrier shield for protecting a building structure from a fire accident , the fireproof barrier shield comprising:a plurality of panels combined together to form a fireproof blanket for protecting the building structure, wherein the fireproof blanket is placed on the building structure;an inner layer arranged on each of the plurality of panels, and wherein the inner layer is a heat retardant layer;an outer layer arranged on each of the plurality of panels, and wherein the outer layer is a heat reflective layer;a plurality of slots provided on each panel for receiving a fastener for combining the plurality of panels; anda plurality of straps for securing the fireproof blanket to the ground, wherein the plurality of straps are secured to the ground using screw type anchors, and wherein the strap comprises a buckle and a belt, and wherein the buckle is made of heat conductive material and wherein the strap is made of fireproof threads;wherein the outer layer and the inner layer are secured together using a heat resistant adhesive glue, wherein the fireproof blanket is configured to ...

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Номер записи: 92
16-02-2017 дата публикации

RIGIDITY-CONTROLLABLE SEISMIC-ISOLATION SUPPORT UTILIZING GRAVITATIONAL NEGATIVE RIGIDITY

Номер: US20170044763A1
Автор: SHU Xuanwu
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The present invention discloses a stiffness-controllable earthquake-isolation support using negative gravity stiffness, which comprises an upper plate connected to an upper structure, a lower plate connected to a base structure at the bottom, K supporting columns arranged longitudinally between the upper and lower plates, with the supporting columns respectively connected with the upper and lower plates through a ball hinge, and L elastic connecting plates arranged laterally between the supporting columns, wherein K≧3, L≧N×K and N≧1. The mechanical motion mechanism of the present invention composed of the earthquake-isolation support, the supporting column and the ball hinges at both ends of the supporting column forms, under the action of gravity of the upper structure, the negative gravity stiffness that causes the upper structure to deviate from the equilibrium position, and the frame structure consisting of the connecting plates between the supporting columns forms the positive stiffness that restores the upper structure to the equilibrium position, with the stiffness of the earthquake-isolation support adjustable by adjusting the connecting plate, thus allowing the seismic energy to be effectively isolated. 1. A stiffness-controllable earthquake-isolation support using negative gravity stiffness , characterized in that: it comprises an upper plate connected to an upper structure , a lower plate connected to a base structure at the bottom , K supporting columns arranged longitudinally between the upper and lower plates , with the supporting columns respectively connected with the upper and lower plates through a ball hinge , and L elastic connecting plates arranged laterally between the supporting columns , wherein K≧3 , L≧N×K and N≧1.2. The stiffness-controllable earthquake-isolation support using negative gravity stiffness according to claim 1 , characterized in that: the supporting columns are respectively connected with the upper and lower plates through a ...

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Номер записи: 93
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Hurricane, Tornado, Flood, Storm Surge, Forest Fire and Mud Slide Resistant House

Номер: US20170044786A1
Автор: Marek Lawrence
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Embodiments of the present invention provides a unique building structure, and a method to manufacture such building structure that may be able to withstand powerful forces of nature and extreme weather conditions, such as hurricanes, tornado, flood storm, high speed winds, forest fire, mud slide, tsunami, heavy snow, and the like. The building structure may comprise of a concrete anchor unit to which an assembly of structural compression modules and horizontal and vertical tension elements may be attached. The assembly of compression modules and tension elements effectively transfers the natural forces acting along the building structure, thereby resisting the forces by the tension elements. The building structure may be independent of foundation and can be placed anywhere there is solid bearing material that will support its weight. Further, the present invention aims at providing the unique building structure and the manufacturing method at competitive pricing rates. 1. A structure comprising:(a) one or more concrete anchors,(b) one or more structural compression modules attached to the one or more concrete anchors, andwherein one or more steel tension cables are fixed within the one or more structural compression modules, andwherein: (i) the structure is capable of withstanding hurricane force winds, (ii) the one or more concrete anchors are formed from concrete panels, and (iii) the one or more steel tension cables transfer force to the one or more concrete anchors.2. The structure of wherein the concrete panels are attached to each other via steel clips.3. The structure of wherein the concrete panels are attached to each other via leveling jacks.4. The structure of wherein the one or more structural compression modules further comprises steel sections.5. The structure of wherein the steel sections comprise steel bars.6. The structure of wherein the steel sections are hollow.7. The structure of wherein the one or more steel tension cables are fixed to the steel ...

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Номер записи: 94
16-02-2017 дата публикации

CONNECTOR SYSTEMS, ASSEMBLIES, AND METHODS

Номер: US20170044787A1
Автор: di Girolamo PE Edward R., Herrmann James E.
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The present subject matter relates to systems, assemblies, and methods for connecting vertical steel wall studs to a building structure. In particular, a connecting member for use in building assembly can include a substantially rigid plate having one or more elongated slots formed therein and a bushing coupled to the plate at an initial position within each of the one or more slots but movable relative to the plate within a respective one of the one or more slots upon application of a force exceeding a predetermined threshold value. 1. A connecting member for use in building assembly comprising:a substantially rigid plate having one or more elongated slots formed therein; anda bushing coupled to the plate at an initial position within each of the one or more slots but movable relative to the plate within a respective one of the one or more slots upon application of a force exceeding a predetermined threshold value.2. The connecting member of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the one or more elongated slots comprises a first edge and a second edge along a longest dimension of a respective one of the one or more slots; andwherein one or both of the first edge and the second edge are work hardened.3. The connecting member of claim 1 , wherein the bushing is coupled with the plate by one or more tabs connected to the bushing and to the plate;wherein the predetermined threshold value comprises a force magnitude required to break the one or more tabs.4. The connecting member of claim 1 , wherein the bushing has a width that is substantially similar to a width of the respective one of the one or more slots;wherein the bushing is coupled to the plate by friction; andwherein the predetermined threshold value comprises a force magnitude required to overcome frictional engagement of the bushing with the plate.5. The connecting member of claim 1 , wherein the bushing comprises one or more dimples protruding from a surface of the bushing relative to the substantially rigid ...

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Номер записи: 95
16-02-2017 дата публикации

SEISMIC ISOLATION DEVICE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF THE SAME

Номер: US20170044788A1
Автор: Miyazaki Mitsuo
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A composite metal core incorporated in a laminated rubber bearing for damper having two different kinds of metal material. An outer metal includes a material having a high rigidity and an excellent plastic deformability. An inner metal includes a material having low rigidity and an excellent plastic deformability. By making a rising rate of a bending rigidity of the composite metal core higher than a rising rate of a shear rigidity of the composite core, the composite metal core enters a deformation mode in which a superior shear deformability is created. In that deformation mode, the performance of absorbing energy generated in a process of plastic deformation is stabilized. And at the same time, an average horizontal shear yield stress degree of the composite metal core can be set at an arbitral level between the horizontal shear yield stress degrees of the two kinds of metal. 115-. (canceled)16. A seismic isolation device comprising:a laminated rubber bearing body formed by alternately laminating a plurality of elastic materials and a plurality of rigid materials in a vertical direction, each elastic material and each rigid material having a plate shape; anda metal core disposed inside the laminated rubber bearing body in a vertical direction and plastically deformable to absorb energy,wherein the metal core has an approximately quadrate shape, or an approximately polygonal shape having fewer angles than octagon in the horizontal cross-sectional view.17. The seismic isolation device according to claim 16 , further comprising the laminated rubber bearing body and a composite metal core disposed inside the laminated rubber bearing body in a vertical direction and plastically deformable to absorb energy claim 16 ,wherein the composite metal core includes an inner metal and an outer metal, the outer metal concentrically surrounding the inner metal in a horizontal cross-sectional view, the inner metal and the outer metal being disposed in close adherence with each ...

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Номер записи: 96
16-02-2017 дата публикации

VARIABLE-RIGIDITY SEISMIC-ISOLATION LAYER RIGIDITY CONTROL MECHANISM SUITABLE FOR STRUCTURAL SEISMIC ISOLATION AND WIND RESISTANCE

Номер: US20170044789A1
Автор: SHU Xuanwu
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The present invention discloses a stiffness control mechanism of a variable stiffness earthquake-isolation layer adapted to structural earthquake isolation and wind resistance, which comprises an upper flange plate connected to an upper structure, a lower flange plate connected to a base structure at the bottom, a pin key provided between hollow portions of the upper and lower flange plates, with the pin key movable up and down between the hollow portions of the upper and lower flange plates and the height of the pin key greater than the distance between the upper and lower flange plates, and a control means for fixing the pin key or controlling the pin key to move downward. The stiffness control mechanism of the earthquake-isolation layer of the present invention can automatically change stiffness of the earthquake-isolation layer, both effectively wind resistant and effectively earthquake resistant. 1. A stiffness control mechanism of a variable stiffness earthquake-isolation layer adapted to structural earthquake isolation and wind resistance , characterized in that: it comprises an upper flange plate connected to an upper structure , a lower flange plate connected to a base structure at the bottom , a pin key provided between hollow portions of the upper and lower flange plates , with the pin key movable up and down between the hollow portions of the upper and lower flange plates and the height of the pin key greater than the distance between the upper and lower flange plates , and a control means for fixing the pin key or controlling the pin key to move downward.2. The stiffness control mechanism of the variable stiffness earthquake-isolation layer adapted to structural earthquake isolation and wind resistance according to claim 1 , characterized in that: the control means comprises an elastic holder provided in an interval between the upper and lower flange plates and used for gripping the pin key claim 1 , a movable lug locking both ends of the elastic holder ...

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Номер записи: 97
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Gravity-Derived Structure For Optimal Response To Gravitational Forces

Номер: US20180044937A1
Автор: Vasil Shyta
Принадлежит: Individual

A structure, such as a tower/building/column/beam/bridge/machine, is composed of elements that are arranged in a manner to optimally respond to any destructive force applied upon it. Using physical models that expose the effects of gravitational forces shows that the density of the structural elements of a structure should gradually increase from top to bottom in order for the structure to optimally respond to these and other forces. For optimal response to vibrational forces traveling through a structure/tower/bridge/machine, the structure should be divided in segments that satisfy the Formulas 1, 2, 3, Page 4 of this application. When a structure is divided into segments such that one, or two, or any ratio between these is an Irrational number, the vibration cannot travel through the structure because there isn't a wave length that fits through these different segments.

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Номер записи: 98
08-05-2014 дата публикации

FIRE EVACUATION INSTALLATION

Номер: US20140123570A1
Автор: MIN Se-Hong, Nam Jung-O
Принадлежит: E&F TECH.CO.,LTD

Disclosed is a fire evacuation installation. When evacuees are not able to evacuate through an emergency exit or other means of evacuation when a fire occurs, the fire evacuation installation may safely protect the evacuees from flames and poisonous gas until rescue workers arrive. Further, the fire evacuation installation may be prevented from being damaged by exposure to rain, and the fire evacuation installation may have an elegant outer appearance and be more easily installed. In addition, the fire evacuation installation may be selectively moved between the floors of a building. 1. An emergency evacuation installation , comprising:{'b': 2', '1', '11', '21, 'a rectangular frame () configured to define a rectangular form and to be fixed to a veranda () of a building at a railing () and have an entrance () at the front side;'}{'b': 3', '2', '31', '4', '5', '6, 'a rear panel () disposed rearward of the frame () and configured to have an exit door (), two side panels (), a bottom panel (), and a top panel (), which jointly constitute a box-type of emergency escape shelter collapsible as bellows;'}{'b': 7', '2', '71, 'a front cover () conforming to and configured to tightly surround the rectangular frame () and extend rearward and terminates at a first press-fit flange () which is bent inwardly at right angle; and'}{'b': 8', '3', '31', '82', '82', '71, 'a rear cover () configured to include a main body fixed to the rear surface of the rear panel () with an opening formed not to interfere with the opening and closing of the exit door () and outer edges extending forward from the main body at right angle until it terminates at a second press-fit flange () from another inward right-angle bending so that the second flange () abuts the first flange () as the evacuation installation is fully collapsed.'}2. The emergency evacuation installation of claim 1 , further comprising:{'b': 72', '7, 'a flame deflector () formed by gradually enlarging four side walls of the front ...

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Номер записи: 99
03-03-2022 дата публикации

Modular ceiling system

Номер: US20220064949A1
Автор: Steve Skikas, Thomas Tall, Trace Woodrum, Wayne McGee
Принадлежит: PORTA-FAB Corp

A structural grid support system adapted for transferring seismic loads to the vertical structural supports of a modular structure. The system includes larger and longer high load capacity main runners with mechanically fastened cross tees, which transfer seismic forces without failing. The structural grid can provide a diaphragm using mechanically fastened connections in a single horizontal plane without requiring additional overhead support from the roof deck, or requiring fewer such supports. The main runners may include additional connecting elements disposed within the usable space beneath the runner (e.g., ventral threaded receivers) for attaching deployment-specific equipment or hardware, such as network cable trays.

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Номер записи: 100