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15-11-2017 дата публикации

Комбинированная шпунтовая стенка

Номер: RU0000174999U1
Автор: Дмитрий Борисович Ядрихинский
Принадлежит: Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "ТрубМет"

Полезная модель относится к разновидностям гидротехнических сооружений и может быть использована в защитных гидротехнических сооружениях в виде стен и пр., которые имеют высокую несущую способность.Задача - снижение металлоемкости стенки при одновременном упрощении ее конструкции. Комбинированная шпунтовая стенка (фиг. 1) состоит из шпунтовых свай 1различных профилей, где n - целое число, последовательно соединенных между собой с помощью замка 2. При этом замок 2 (фиг. 2) образован из двух одинаковых элементов 3 и 4 в виде профилей, которые закреплены на двух соседних шпунтовых сваях lи 1. В качестве профиля в замке 2 использован стандартный фасонный трубчатый профиль квадратного или прямоугольного сечения, имеющий продольный вырез на обращенных друг к другу гранях трубчатого профиля для взаимного вхождения профилей друг в друга в этот продольный вырез. Захватами 5 и 6 замка служат оба трубчатых профиля квадратного/прямоугольного сечения, а их обоймами 7 и 8 - внутренние части этих профилей, выступами 9 и 10 являются части разрезанных граней внутри обоймы каждого из элементов замка, служащие одновременно гребнями. Выполнение стенки в виде последовательно соединенных между собой шпунтовых свай разного вида в совокупности с соединением всех свай между собой одинаковым вышеописанным замком, обеспечивающим надежное и простое соединение, упрощает конструкцию шпунтовой стенки и снижает ее металлоемкость. Необходимая жесткость и несущая способность обеспечиваются подбором вида входящих в стенку свай, как правило, использованием в качестве звеньев большего числа трубчатых свай. 3 ил. Ц 1 174999 ко РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) (11) зе а за = (13) (51) МПК ВО2В 306 (2006.01) В02р 5/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (21)(22) Заявка: 2017104835, 14.02.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 14.02.2017 Дата регистрации: 15.11.2017 Приоритет(ы): (22) Дата подачи заявки: 14.02.2017 (45) Опубликовано ...

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Номер записи: 1
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Модуль сборного гидротехнического сооружения

Номер: RU0000195367U1
Автор: Анатолий Анатольевич Калина, Николай Анатольевич Андросов
Принадлежит: Анатолий Анатольевич Калина, Николай Анатольевич Андросов

Полезная модель относится к области берегозащитных сооружений, способствующих предотвращению размывания береговой линии.Модуль сборного гидротехнического сооружения, характеризующийся тем, что представляет собой блок, выполненный в виде прямоугольного параллелепипеда, на верхней и нижней сторонах которого, относительно центральной оси, слева и справа выполнены выемки в виде прямоугольников, причем по центру каждой выемки выполнено отверстие, а по боковым противоположным сторонам блока расположены крепежные соединения, выполненные в виде анкеров. Блок может быть выполнен из бетона или железобетона. 2 ил. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 195 367 U1 (51) МПК E02B 3/12 (2006.01) E02B 3/14 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ПОЛЕЗНОЙ МОДЕЛИ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК E02B 3/12 (2019.08); E02B 3/14 (2019.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019130098, 23.09.2019 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): Андросов Николай Анатольевич (RU), Калина Анатолий Анатольевич (RU) Дата регистрации: 23.01.2020 (45) Опубликовано: 23.01.2020 Бюл. № 3 1 9 5 3 6 7 R U (54) Модуль сборного гидротехнического сооружения (57) Реферат: Полезная модель относится к области берегозащитных сооружений, способствующих предотвращению размывания береговой линии. Модуль сборного гидротехнического сооружения, характеризующийся тем, что представляет собой блок, выполненный в виде прямоугольного параллелепипеда, на верхней и нижней сторонах которого, относительно Стр.: 1 центральной оси, слева и справа выполнены выемки в виде прямоугольников, причем по центру каждой выемки выполнено отверстие, а по боковым противоположным сторонам блока расположены крепежные соединения, выполненные в виде анкеров. Блок может быть выполнен из бетона или железобетона. 2 ил. U 1 U 1 Адрес для переписки: 236023, Калининградская обл., г. Калининград, Советский пр-т, 179, Калининградская ТПП, Котельникова Н.П. (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU ...

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Номер записи: 2
12-04-2012 дата публикации

Intelligent hydroelectric dam with power storage

Номер: US20120087733A1
Автор: William L. French, SR.
Принадлежит: French Development Enterprises LLC

Dams are a useful source of energy. An embodiment of a dam according to the present invention includes precast segments configured to be coupled together to form a dam optionally used to generate energy. An embodiment includes a spillway extender to prevent upstream or downstream erosion of a riverbed at the dam. An underpinning system may be employed to assist in maintaining position of the dam or segmental components. Solar panel energy generation systems and battery storage may be associated with the segmental dam to store energy and, optionally, produce auxiliary power for subsystems associated with the dam, such as for supporting automated spillway control gate level control or automated gearing system control to control a gear ratio associated with rotating or other moving parts used to convert kinetic energy of water into electrical energy.

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Номер записи: 3
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Gabion

Номер: US20120099932A1
Автор: James Heselden
Принадлежит: Hesco Bastion Ltd

The invention concerns a recoverable gabion for use in protecting military or civilian installations from weapons assault or from elemental forces, such as flood waters, lava flows, avalanches, soil instability, slope erosion and the like. The gabion comprises opposed side walls comprising a plurality of side wall elements connected together at spaced intervals by a plurality of partition walls such that spaces between neighbouring pairs of partition walls define, together with the side walls, individual compartments of the gabion, adjacent side and partition walls being connected to one another by pivotal connections enabling the gabion to be folded between fully flattened and deployed configurations, wherein at least one of the pivotal connections is a releasable connection which when released allows a side wall element to open with respect to the gabion to allow access from the side of the gabion to any contents of the gabion compartments.

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Номер записи: 4
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Procedure for Making Natural Pools

Номер: US20120102874A1
Автор: Alessandro Milani
Принадлежит: Individual

A procedure for making swimming pools and artificial lakes in general includes the following steps: excavation of a tank; preparation of a subgrade by spreading the bottom of the excavation with a layer of sand; then spreading one or more sheets of nonwoven fabric on the inside surface of the excavation, over the layer of the subgrade; placement of a waterproofing layer over sheet(s) of nonwoven fabric; installation of the equipment needed for proper functioning of the tank, swimming pool, etc; and application of a coating on the inside walls and/or on the bottom and/or around the edge of the tank, with holes or interstitial spaces such to enable water contained inside the tank to come into contact with the sheets, wherein the thrust of the water contained in the tank thus comes to bear on the sheets.

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Номер записи: 5
02-08-2012 дата публикации

Flood wall protection system

Номер: US20120195687A1
Автор: Daniel R. Schnaars, SR., Everett Leslie Waid, JR., Jean Andre Beard
Принадлежит: Individual

A flood wall system and method of constructing same, including providing a first main panel section; attaching sleeves to each side of a main panel prior to configuring the final chamber; providing two sleeves of fabric at the upper opening of each chamber for supporting the chambers while the chambers are being filled with materials such as sane; providing a series of chambers sewn together to define a continuous cellular wall; the final chamber having a horizontal height two feet longer (0.61 meters) than the vertical height further having a front toe portion one foot (0.30 meters) min height; filling each chamber with a quantity of material, such as sand; on each end of a completed chain of chambers, further comprising a set of loops or ties so that a chain of chambers is capable of being tied to other chains of chambers to define the continuous flood wall system.

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Номер записи: 6
27-12-2012 дата публикации

Methods for waterproofing depositing sites

Номер: US20120328368A1
Автор: Daniele Vanni
Принадлежит: Trevi SpA

An object of the present invention is to provide methods for laying a waterproofing layer which may be used for forming the bottom and the walls of depositing sites so as to comply, both in literal and in substantial terms, with the legal requirements. The aim is also to provide durable waterproof barriers which have a high mechanical strength, without discontinuity.

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Номер записи: 7
18-04-2013 дата публикации

FLOOD WALL PROTECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20130094905A1
Автор: JR. Everett Leslie, SCHNAARS, SR. Daniel R., Waid
Принадлежит:

A system and method for constructing any desired length of height linear cellular chain for use as a protective wall system, including a chain of fabric bulk bags, each having an open upper end, and interconnected along their sidewalls to define the cellular chain; and a fabric channel formed on the upper ends of each of the adjoining bags sidewalls for engaging a bag support and filling system, which includes a first metal frame member having a pair of arm members for threading through two adjacent fabric channels; the frame supported by a base member resting on the ground; a second metal frame member for receiving the distal ends of each of the arm members of the first metal frame member, at a level so that the bulk bag is supported by the arm members; bulk material to be poured into the supported bulk bag, to a level that the bag is substantially filled and no longer requires the support of the frame, so that the frame can be removed and positioned onto the next pair of fabric channels to fill the next empty bag. 1. A system for constructing any desired length or height linear cellular chain for use as a protective wall system , comprising:a chain of fabric bulk bags, each having an open upper end, and interconnected along their sidewalls to define the cellular chain;a fabric channel formed on the upper ends of each of an adjoining bags sidewalls;a support frame, comprising a first metal frame member having a pair of arm members for threading through two adjacent fabric channels; the frame supported by a base member resting on the ground;a second metal frame member for receiving the distal ends of each of the arm members of the first metal frame member, at a level so that the bulk bag is supported by the arm members;bulk material to be poured into the supported bulk bag, to a level that the bag is substantially filled and no longer requires the support of the frame, so that the frame can be removed and positioned onto the next pair of fabric channels to fill the ...

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Номер записи: 8
16-05-2013 дата публикации

MARINE BARRIER AND GATE

Номер: US20130119334A1
Автор: Bishop Justin
Принадлежит:

A marine barrier has substantially vertical panels, each having a buoyant portion, and a plurality of hinges, each hinge for elastically connecting a side of a first one of the panels to a side of an adjacent second one of the panels with an included angle therebetween, to form a buoyant continuous pleated row of panels, with the hinges arranged in first and second substantially parallel rows. An impact cable is attached to opposing ends of the pleated row of panels passing through each of the hinges in the first row of hinges. When the barrier is floating in water and a moving vessel impacts the impact cable, the impact cable deflects to transfer a force of the impact to one or more of the panels, which in turn engage the water to transfer the force of the impact to the water, to arrest the motion of the vessel. 1. A marine barrier comprising:a first plurality of substantially vertical panels, each of the panels having a buoyant bottom portion and a pair of opposing sides;a plurality of hinges, each hinge for elastically connecting a side of a first one of the panels to a side of an adjacent second one of the panels with an included angle therebetween, to form a buoyant continuous first pleated row of panels, such that the hinges are arranged in first and second substantially parallel rows; andan impact cable attached to opposing ends of the first pleated row of panels and passing through each of the hinges in the first row of hinges;wherein when the barrier is floating in a body of water and a moving vessel impacts the impact cable, the impact cable deflects to transfer a force of the impact to one or more of the first plurality of panels, which in turn engage the water to transfer the force of the impact to the water, to arrest the motion of the vessel.2. The marine barrier of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of hinges of the second row of hinges are inboard hinges claim 1 , each of which are also for elastically connecting a side of an additional one of the panels ...

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Номер записи: 9
13-06-2013 дата публикации

BARRIER ASSEMBLY FOR SHORELINE

Номер: US20130149036A1
Автор: Heselden James
Принадлежит: HESCO BASTON LIMITED

There is disclosed a barrier assembly () for shoreline preservation or restoration comprising a gabion having opposed side walls () connected together at spaced intervals along the length of the gabion by a plurality of partition walls (), the spaces between neighbouring pairs of partition walls defining, together with the side walls, at least one individual compartment () of the gabion, the at least one individual compartment of the gabion being bounded by the respective opposed side walls or by opposed side wall sections of the respective opposed side walls, the partition walls being pivotally connected to the side walls, the individual compartment of the gabion having extending therefrom in a direction away from the individual compartment convergent at least partly open framework panels () forming or forming part of a protuberant compartment () on the gabion. A method of preserving and restoring a shoreline, and use of a barrier assembly is also disclosed. 1. A barrier assembly for shoreline preservation or restoration comprising a gabion having opposed side walls connected together at spaced intervals along the length of the gabion by a plurality of partition walls , the spaces between neighbouring pairs of partition walls defining , together with the side walls , at least one individual compartment of the gabion , the at least one individual compartment of the gabion being bounded by the respective opposed side walls or by opposed side wall sections of the respective opposed side walls , the partition walls being pivotally connected to the side walls , the individual compartment of the gabion having extending therefrom in a direction away from the individual compartment convergent at least partly open framework panels forming or forming part of a protuberant compartment on the gabion.2. The barrier assembly according to claim 1 , comprising a multi-compartmental gabion having opposed side walls connected together at spaced intervals along the length of the ...

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Номер записи: 10
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Waterproof House Wrap

Номер: US20130219802A1
Автор: Heather Willis, James Willis
Принадлежит: Individual

An inflatable structure to surround a dwelling comprising: a sand base; a plurality of inflatable tubes stacked vertically on the sand base; a lip extending from the sand base; and a plurality of securing pins extending through the lip, where the plurality of pins secures the inflatable structure to the ground. The each inflatable tube may include an air nozzle, where the air nozzle enables the inflatable of each respective tube. A zipper may be provided at each end of the plurality of inflatable tubes. The inflatable structure may also include a ribbed bottom surface to provide further support.

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Номер записи: 11
29-08-2013 дата публикации

WEIGHTED BAG

Номер: US20130223940A1
Автор: Harte Robert G., Keaton Donald E.
Принадлежит: MID-AMERICAN GUNITE, INC

A weighted bag includes a filler material contained by a sealed bag configured to be substantially impermeable to fluids. The sealed bag may include a generally tubular bag body made from a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) coated polymer-based textile where the tubular bag body is formed by hot air welding and the bag is sealed using sealing tape applied and bonded at each end of the tubular bag body. The weighted bag may be recovered after use and recycled for reuse in a subsequent installation. The filler material may include a slag, a slag-based material and/or low iron fines which may be residual material from the steel or iron producing industries. 1. A weighted bag comprising:a bag configured to be substantially impermeable by water;a filler material sealably contained by the bag; andwherein the filler material is a slag-based material.2. The weighted bag of claim 1 , wherein the bag is configured of a polymer based textile having a water vapor transmission rate sufficiently low such that the polymer based textile is substantially impermeable by water.3. The weighted bag of claim 2 , wherein the polymer based textile is configured to be resistant to deterioration due to exposure to at least one of ozone and ultraviolet light.4. The weighted bag of claim 1 , wherein the bag is configured of PVC coated polyester.5. The weighted bag of claim 1 , wherein the slag-based material is characterized as low iron fines.6. The weighted bag of claim 1 , wherein the filler material has a predefined specific gravity substantially defined by the iron content of the slag-based material.7. The weighted bag of claim 1 , wherein the slag-based material has a particle size of less than 40 mesh.8. The weighted bag of claim 1 , wherein the bag includes:a generally tubular bag body; anda sealing tape operatively affixed to the bag body to enclose an end portion of the bag body and to form a watertight seal.9. The weighted bag of claim 8 , wherein:the watertight seal includes an intermediate ...

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Номер записи: 12
05-09-2013 дата публикации

PORTABLE BARRIER

Номер: US20130227895A1
Автор: Guo Qizhong, Mouyiaris Nikos
Принадлежит:

A portable and collapsible barrier that is lightweight and can be easily transported and erected. The barrier includes a base, a top and an enclosed volume such as a diaphragm that can be expanded with a medium such as a gas or liquid to a desired shape. The expanded volume will act as a barrier. When a series of expanded barriers are connected, they will form a wall that can contain bulk materials or liquids. 1. A portable barrier unit , comprising:a base;a top;an inflatable enclosed volume between the base and the top, wherein when said volume is inflated, the inflated volume will act as a barrier and wherein when said barrier unit is connected to another barrier unit, the units will form a barrier wall; anda fastener for connecting two successive barriers to each other.2. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:the base and the top form a case for carrying the volume.3. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:the volume is secured to the base and the top.4. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:the volume has an inlet hole.5. A portable barrier unit according to claim 4 , further comprising:a medium source, andthe inlet hole is connected to the medium source,wherein the medium is used to inflate the volume.6. A portable barrier unit according to claim 5 , further comprising:the medium is selected from the group consisting of a liquid or a gas.7. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:the volume has side walls, andthe side walls have an accordion-like construction.8. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:the volume has side walls, andthe side walls are flat.9. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:a second barrier attached to the barrier using the fastener.10. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising:a ballast.11. A portable barrier unit according to claim 1 , further comprising: ...

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Номер записи: 13
12-09-2013 дата публикации

WATER WAVE BREAKER ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20130236248A1
Автор: Cyr Jean-Pierre
Принадлежит: ROBIC

A water wave breaker assembly comprising a buoyant wave breaker element including a plurality of longitudinally extending members spaced-apart from one another and defining an open cage structure; and an anchor assembly connectable to the buoyant wave breaker element and which can allow rotation of the buoyant wave breaker element when floating on a body of water. The buoyant wave breaker element can include a plurality of transversal arms extending through the open cage structure and outwardly past the longitudinally extending members. The water wave breaker assembly can be provided as a kit. 1. A water wave breaker assembly comprising:a buoyant wave breaker element including a plurality of longitudinally extending members spaced-apart from one another and defining an open cage structure; andan anchor assembly connectable to the buoyant wave breaker element and allowing rotation of the buoyant wave breaker element when floating on a body of water.2. A water wave breaker assembly as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of transversal arms extending through the open cage structure and outwardly past the longitudinally extending members in a substantially perpendicular configuration with respect to the longitudinally extending members.3. A water wave breaker assembly as claimed in claim 2 , further comprising:at least one structural member connected to the longitudinally extending members and configurating the longitudinally extending members in a spaced apart configuration to define the open cage structure through which a liquid can flow; and;at least two rotatable coupler units, each one of the rotatable coupler units being connected to a respective one of the structural members connected to distal ends of the longitudinally extending members and being connected to the anchor assembly;wherein the at least one structural member comprises at least two structural members and two of the structural members connect respect distal ends of the longitudinally ...

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Номер записи: 14
26-09-2013 дата публикации

BOLLARDS, BARRIERS AND BAFFLES FORMED FROM RADIAL TYPE TREAD

Номер: US20130251453A1
Автор: Gillies Ian
Принадлежит: IKG LIMITED

A used radial tyre tread, folded into a minimum of three loops and held in compression, in a lateral external circlip, to form a flexible, resilient, abrasion resistant bollard with anisotropic properties. By extending the lateral external circlip, longitudinally, more tyre treads can be added to form a baffle or a barrier. The removal of the tread section significantly reduces the bulk of the waste tyre. 17-. (canceled)8. A bollard comprising a hoop of reinforced radial tyre tread and a circlip wherein the tread is folded into at least three loops and the circlip holds the central loop under compression thereby enabling the bollard to exert anisotropic properties for dissipating kinetic energy.9. A bollard as claimed in claim 8 , in which the said circlip is secured to the ground.10. A bollard as claimed in claim 9 , in which said circlip and said central loop are buried in the ground.11. A bollard as claimed in claim 8 , further comprising two or more reinforced radial tyre treads each folded into at least three loops with the central loop being held under compression by the circlip.12. A bollard as claimed in claim 8 , in which said circlip is wider than the tread forming the central loop.13. A bollard as claimed in claim 8 , in which said circlip has at one end an integrated cuff for connecting with another circlip.14. A bollard as claimed in claim 8 , further including a collar for connecting two circlips.15. A bollard as claimed in claim 8 , further comprising two or more reinforced radial tyre treads each folded into at least three loops with the central loop being held under compression by the circlip claim 8 , said circlip being wider than the tread forming the central loops and in that said circlip has at one end an integrated cuff for connecting with another circlip.16. A bollard as claimed in claim 8 , further comprising two or more reinforced radial tyre treads each folded into at least three loops with the central loop being held under compression by ...

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Номер записи: 15
03-10-2013 дата публикации

EROSION BARRIER METHOD AND APPARATUS

Номер: US20130259576A1
Автор: Santamaria Joseph P.
Принадлежит: JPS Industries, Inc.

An erosion barrier wastewater treatment system and in particular a liner for a wastewater treatment lagoon that provides for trapped gas below the barrier to be released through vents within the barrier and in particular to a liner for a wastewater treatment lagoon that may have portions replaced without operation of the wastewater lagoon facility being interrupted. 1. A pond or lagoon liner comprising:a plurality of panels fastened together to define a ring which circumscribes the pond or lagoon; a top edge, a bottom edge and opposing side edges;', 'a pocket formed at the bottom edge of each panel;', 'a ballast supported in the pocket of each panel;', 'a vent formed in the panel; and, 'each panel comprisingwherein the vent opens to release air and gas build up from under the liner.2. The pond or lagoon liner as set forth in wherein the vent is of a material that is lighter in weight than the liner.3. The pond or lagoon liner as set forth in wherein the vent having a cover that is larger in dimension and covers an opening in the liner claim 1 , the cover being adhered to the upper surface of the liner.4. The pond or lagoon liner as set forth in further comprising an upper portion of the panel that is secured within a trench and buried with soil to secure the liner in place.5. The pond or lagoon liner as set forth in further comprising a plurality of fastening points spaced along the opposing side edges of each of the plurality of panels anda plurality of webbing strips having a plurality of fastening points comparably spaced to the panel fastening points; andwherein a webbing strip secures a first panel to a second panel using the plurality of comparably spaced fastening points and a first panel may be replaced by detaching the first panel from the webbing strip without disturbing the second panel from an embankment of the pond or lagoon.6. The pond or lagoon liner as set forth in wherein the plurality of panels are fastened together using the plurality of webbing ...

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Номер записи: 16
21-11-2013 дата публикации

SELF-ANCHORING TURF REINFORCEMENT MAT AND REUSABLE SEDIMENT FILTRATION MAT

Номер: US20130309012A1
Автор: LANCASTER Timothy L.
Принадлежит: North American Green, Inc.

A three dimensional high strength tightly woven turf reinforcement mat (TRM) or reusable sediment filtration mat designed to trap soil particles in water flow and provide a shear plane to prevent soil wash-out from within and beneath the mat. The mat includes a corrugated body structure integrally extruded or interwoven with a bottom layer that together form a plurality of parabolic sediment entrapment chambers. As sediment bed load moves with water flow into the woven structure, water flow forces sediment through openings in the woven surface of the corrugated body structure and into the chambers where the captured sediment serves as ballast to self-anchor the mat. The mat may also be incorporated during manufacture and/or during/after installation with polyacrylamides, chitosans or other soil flocculating/aggregating chemicals for increased sediment aggregation and capturing. 1. A mat for protecting channels , lake shorelines , stream banks and steep slopes , and/or for filtering and collecting soil sediment from runoff water , said mat comprising a tightly woven or extruded , three dimensional corrugated body structure , a bottom layer secured to a lower side of said corrugated body structure , said corrugated body structure with said bottom layer secured thereto forming a plurality of lower sediment entrapment chambers that create continuous open areas across the width of the mat that are unobstructed by a filling material and are configured to filter , capture and retain sediment.2. The mat as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the bottom layer and the corrugated body structure are interwoven.3. The mat as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the bottom layer and the corrugated body structure are continuously extruded to form an integral mat structure.4. The mat as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the corrugated body structure is formed with variably sized openings claim 1 , with larger openings on the sides facing the water flow and smaller openings on the leeward sides ...

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Номер записи: 17
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Erosion-and-sediment-control block and method of manufacture

Номер: US20140050527A1
Автор: Anthony Richter, Kurt Kelsey
Принадлежит: American Excelsior Corp

In one aspect, the present invention relates to an erosion-and-sediment-control system. The erosion-and-sediment-control system includes a sleeve having a substantially-flat bottom surface and a fiber matrix disposed within, and substantially filling, the sleeve. A flap is formed at a first end of the sleeve. The substantially-flat bottom surface resists movement due to wave action and currents.

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Номер записи: 18
07-01-2016 дата публикации

SCOUR REMEDIATION AND MITIGATION APPARATUS

Номер: US20160002872A1
Автор: GALLAGHER Jonathan Francis, WILCOX William Austin
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The present disclosure is directed towards a scour remediation and mitigation apparatus () comprising a plurality of channelled members () whereby the channelled members () are bound together to form the scour remediation and mitigation apparatus (). The plurality of channelled members () each comprising at least one through hole () which forms a channel () through the channelled member (). The plurality of channelled members () are bound together such that a plurality of conduits are formed by the channels () of the channelled members () and by voids () intermediate adjacent channelled members () within the scour remediation and mitigation apparatus (). These plurality of conduits allow passage of a moving fluid through the scour remediation and mitigation apparatus () whilst simultaneously causing dispersion of kinetic energy of the moving fluid as it passes through the scour remediation and mitigation apparatus (). The advantage of providing the plurality of conduits within the scour remediation and mitigation apparatus () is that the currents which are deflected off seabed structures, and which would otherwise erode at the seabed causing scouring, are diverted, deflected and dispersed through the plurality of conduits, thus mitigating the scouring effect. The energy is dissipated through the conduits and is slowed to the point where the particles on the seabed cannot be lifted and carried away. 1. A scour remediation and mitigation apparatus comprising a plurality of channelled members whereby the channelled members are bound together to form the scour remediation and mitigation apparatus;the plurality of channelled members each comprising at least one through hole which forms a channel through the channelled member;the plurality of channelled members being bound together such that a plurality of conduits are formed by the channels of the channelled members and by voids intermediate adjacent channelled members within the scour remediation and mitigation ...

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Номер записи: 19
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Production and application of fire resistant erosion control mat

Номер: US20200002910A1
Автор: Lipscomb Chad M.
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A fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly. The mat assembly includes an inner layer of fire resistant milled stone mineral wool material with an upper and a lower layer of supportive nets. Each of the upper and lower nets consist of fire resistant milled mineral foraminous nettings to enable passage of light and water therethrough as a ground positioned emplacement of the inner layer. 1. An elongated , fire resistant light-transmissive ground erosion control mat assembly comprised of:an elongated, fire resistant, light-transmissive lower, foraminous, supportive net;an elongated, fire resistant, light-transmissive upper, foraminous supportive net;an elongated, fire resistant, light-transmissive innermost layer sandwiched between the light-transmissive lower foraminous support net and the light-transmissive upper support net, and wherein the innermost layer is comprised of a rock wall vegetation supportive matrix, and wherein the light transmissive lower foraminous supportive net end of the light-transmissive foraminous upper supportive nets are each environmentally degradable.2. The elongated claim 1 , fire resistant light-transmissive ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the elongated fire resistant light-transmissive lower foraminous supportive net is formed from an elongated single source fiber creating an elongated continuous three-dimensional matrix.3. The elongated claim 1 , fire resistant light-transmissive ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the elongated fire resistant light-transmissive upper foraminous support net is formed from an elongated single source fiber creating an elongated continuous three-dimensional matrix.4. The elongated claim 1 , fire resistant light-transmissive ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the elongated fire resistant light-transmissive upper foraminous support net and the elongated fire resistant light-transmissive lower ...

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Номер записи: 20
03-01-2019 дата публикации

CELLULAR STRUCTURES

Номер: US20190003138A1
Автор: Thomas Basil John, Walmsley William W.
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A cellular structure includes a plurality of interconnected cells of fabric material. The cells are at least partially filled with a composite fill material that includes a particulate material and a bonding agent. A cellular unit made up of a plurality of the interconnected cells may have an associated load-bearing frame to enable lifting and/or transportation of the structure. The fill material is preferably resilient. 116-. (canceled)17. A method , comprising:at least partially filling an open cellular unit with a first fill material, the open cellular unit comprising a plurality of interconnected cells comprising a fabric material, and the open cellular unit being on or in a frame; andusing the frame to lift and/or transport the filled open cellular unit.18. The method of claim 17 , further comprising filling at least some spaces between the open cellular unit and the frame with a second fill material claim 17 , wherein the second fill material is the same as or different from the first fill material.1920-. (canceled)21. The method of claim 17 , wherein the frame comprises (i) an outer frame ring; (ii) at least one cross-piece attached to the outer frame ring and configured to pass underneath the open cellular unit; and (iii) at least one upright member attached to the outer frame ring and extending in a vertical direction from the outer frame ring.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the at least one upright member includes a first end proximate to the outer frame ring and a second end distal from the outer frame member claim 21 , and wherein the first end includes a socket and the second end includes a hole aligned with the socket.23. The method of claim 17 , wherein the fabric comprises a single strip of fabric folded back and forth on itself to form the plurality of interconnected cells.24. The method of claim 17 , wherein the first fill material comprises a mixture of (i) a solid bonded composite fill material comprising a particulate material and a bonding ...

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Номер записи: 21
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Protective barrier segment for a temporary liquid-damming protective barrier as well as protective barrier comprising such a protective barrier segment

Номер: US20220010514A1
Автор: Sigurd Melin
Принадлежит: Noaq Flood Protection AB

Disclosed is a protective barrier segment for a temporary liquid-damming protective barrier configured for separating a flooded side from a protected side by abutting against a ground surface, the protective barrier segment including a liquid-damming member having a first surface facing the flooded side and a second surface facing the protected side. The protective barrier segment is characterized in that the liquid-damming member includes an opening connecting the flooded side and the protected side and in that the protective barrier segment further includes a pump arrangement, wherein the pump arrangement is located at the opening in sealed engagement with the liquid-damming member and wherein the pump arrangement, in use, pumps liquid from the protected side to the flooded side. Also disclosed is a protective barrier including such a protective barrier segment.

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Номер записи: 22
14-01-2016 дата публикации

Production and application of biodegradable sediment control device

Номер: US20160010299A1
Автор: Lipscomb Chad M.
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An elongated web of flexible material having a covering of excelsior across a portion thereof has an elongated edge portion uncovered. The elongated covered portion is folded over upon itself a number of times, and the elongated uncovered side portion (a tail) are wound upon a roll for utilization after unrolling, as a sediment barrier, properly staked into the ground. 117-. (canceled)18. An “L” shaped ground securable elongated biodegradable , temporary , sediment control arrangement having a longitudinal axis , the elongated sediment control arrangement being comprised of:a biodegradable, normal-to-ground arrangement of soil trapping, longitudinally extending multi-folded, excelsior treatment material coated body portion, anda biodegradable ground parallel arrangement, longitudinally elongated excelsior treatment material free tail portion, wherein both the elongated excelsior treatment material coated body portion and the tail portion form a single L-shape and cross-section in their ground secured configuration and wherein the normal-to-ground arrangement of excelsior treatment material coated portion has a plurality of spaced apart stake receiving pockets along one side thereof.19. The “L” shaped ground securable elongated biodegradable claim 18 , temporary claim 18 , sediment control arrangement as recited in claim 18 , wherein the multi-folded excelsior treatment material coated body portion is folded onto itself at least three times.20. (canceled)21. The “L” shaped ground securable elongated biodegradable claim 19 , temporary claim 19 , sediment control arrangement as recited in claim 19 , wherein the multi-folded elongated excelsior treatment material coated body portion consists of a 180° flip around its longitudinal axis.22. The “L” shaped ground securable elongated biodegradable claim 18 , temporary claim 18 , sediment control arrangement as recited in claim 18 , wherein the tail portion is ground securable.23. The “L” shaped ground securable elongated ...

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Номер записи: 23
21-01-2016 дата публикации

COST-EFFICIENT ARMOR UNIT

Номер: US20160017556A1
Автор: Collinsworth Stephen R., Melby Jeffrey A.
Принадлежит: United States as Represented by the Secretary of the Army

Armor units for rubble mound structures including breakwaters, revetments, groins, jetties, and the like. Embodiments are appropriate for ocean, river, lake and reservoir structure armoring, to prevent erosion from damaging hydrodynamic forces resulting from waves and water currents, and the like. An embodiment includes a central rectangular section, three “half H-shaped” appendages, optionally, one end frusta, and a flat bottom with two extrusions, nominally smaller than other appendages and frusta. An embodiment is symmetric about two perpendicularly intersecting vertical planes extending through the centroid of the unit. The three half H-shaped members are connected to outer parts of a side defined as the top and the two longitudinal sides of the central section. The three half H-shaped members comprise four-sided frusta that taper from a base at the central rectangular section to four-sided distal ends. For select embodiments, the frusta are generally symmetric. 1. An armor unit for stabilizing rubble mound structures such as coastal revetments , breakwaters , and the like , comprising: a central configuration having a length , a width and a depth , dimensions of which said length , said width and said depth are established by dimensions of right frusta of identical dimensions , each said right frusta having at least sides and a distal base said distal base having an area defined by an angle , α , of uniform taper of the sides of each said right frustum from said central configuration and a height , d , of each said right frustum and a square proximal base establishing both said width and said depth of said central configuration , said square proximal bases of two abutting said identical right frusta establishing said length , said central configuration having two ends established by said width and said depth and four sides established by said length and said depth , a first pair of parallel said sides established as top and bottom , respectively , and a second ...

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Номер записи: 24
21-01-2016 дата публикации

FLOOD WALL PROTECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160017557A1
Автор: BEARD Jean André, JR. Everett Leslie, SCHNAARS, SR. Daniel R., Waid
Принадлежит:

A flood wall system and method of constructing same, including providing a first main panel section; attaching sleeves to each side of a main panel prior to configuring the final chamber; providing two sleeves of fabric at the upper opening of each chamber for supporting the chambers while the chambers are being filled with materials such as sane; providing a series of chambers sewn together to define a continuous cellular wall; the final chamber having a horizontal height which is two feet (0.6 m) longer than the vertical height further having a front toe portion one feet (0.3 m) in height; filling each chamber with a quantity of the material, such as sand, to fill each chamber; on each end of a completed chain of chambers, further comprising a set of loops or ties so that a chain of chambers is capable of being tied to other chains of chambers to define the continuous flood wall system.

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Номер записи: 25
18-01-2018 дата публикации

MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILL BARRIER SYSTEM CAPABLE OF PROLONGING BREAKTHROUGH TIME OF LEACHATE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20180016766A1
Автор: BAO Jianping, FAN Xihui, MIN Fanlu, Shu Shi, Wang Shengwei, XU Haoqing, Zhu Wei
Принадлежит: HOHAI UNIVERSITY

The invention relates to a MSW landfill barrier system capable of prolonging breakthrough time of leachate and a manufacturing method thereof. The system comprises a leachate collection and removal layer, a first HDPE (high-density polyethylene) geomembrane infiltration proof layer (), a clay liner () and a groundwater collection and removal layer () which are sequentially stacked from top to bottom. The clay liner () is composed of a lower clay liner (), a middle clay liner () and an upper clay liner () which are sequentially arranged, wherein the middle clay liner () is filled with a medium-fine sand layer () laid with sands of particle sizes ranging from 0.1 mm to 0.5 mm and of water content ≦3%, wherein the saturated hydraulic conductivity of the medium-fine sand layer () varies from 1×10to 1×10. A method of manufacturing the MSW landfill barrier system capable of prolonging breakthrough time of leachate is also provided. 18-. (canceled)9. A municipal solid waste landfill barrier system capable of prolonging breakthrough time of leachate , comprising:a groundwater collection and removal layer in a pit; a lower clay liner on the groundwater collection and removal layer;', {'sup': −5', '−3, 'a medium-fine sand layer on the lower clay liner, wherein the medium-fine sand layer is with sands of particle sizes ranging from 0.1 mm to 0.5 mm and with water content ≦3%, so that a saturated hydraulic conductivity of the medium-fine sand layer is from 1×10to 1×10cm/s;'}, 'a middle clay liner surrounding the medium-fine sand layer and on the lower clay liner; and', 'an upper clay liner on the medium-fine layer and the middle clay liner;, 'a clay liner on the groundwater collection and removal layer, wherein the clay liner comprisesa first HDPE geomembrane infiltration proof layer on the clay liner; anda leachate collection and removal layer on the first HDPE geomembrane infiltration proof layer.10. The municipal solid waste landfill barrier system of claim 9 , wherein a ...

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Номер записи: 26
17-01-2019 дата публикации

ENVIRONMENTAL BARRIER DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Номер: US20190017239A1
Автор: Tamisiea Reid
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Environmental barrier devices, systems, and methods are disclosed herein. One environmental barrier system includes a first plate, a second plate, and a fastener configured to fasten the first plate to the second plate. Each of the plates has a front surface, a rear surface, an apertured portion, and a base portion. The apertured portion includes an apertured portion width and defines a plurality of apertures through the front and rear surfaces. The base portion includes a base portion width that tapers to become narrower than the apertured portion width. The first and second plates are configured to be positioned next to one another such that the base portions are buried below ground and the apertured portions extend above the ground substantially vertically. 1. An environmental barrier system comprising:a first plate and a second plate, each plate including a front surface, a rear surface, an apertured portion, and a base portion, the apertured portion having an apertured portion width and defining a plurality of apertures through the front and rear surfaces, and the base portion having a base portion width that tapers to become narrower than the apertured portion width, the first and second plates being configured to be positioned next to one another such that the base portions are buried below ground and the apertured portions extend above the ground substantially vertically; anda fastener configured to fasten the first plate to the second plate.2. The environmental barrier system of claim 1 , wherein each plate's base portion includes a plurality of pointed segments on a lower edge of the base portion.3. The environmental barrier system of claim 2 , wherein each plate's apertured portion has an apertured portion thickness and each plate's base portion has a base portion thickness that tapers to become less than the apertured portion thickness.4. The environmental barrier system of claim 1 , wherein each plate's apertured portion has an apertured portion ...

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Номер записи: 27
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Process for Installing a Modular Retaining Wall

Номер: US20190017240A1
Автор: Yeany Scott A.
Принадлежит: Truline, LLC

A process for installing a modular retaining wall is illustrated and described having open or closed polygonal modules with channels disposed therein. The wall is set at least partially below a surface, the surface either being land-based or aqueous-based, and interfaces therebetween, e.g., shoreline. The modules of the wall are fastened to each other by respective fastening mating fasteners. The retaining wall is installed by a process employing a fluid-assisted internal mandrel. 1. A process to install retaining wall modules , at least one module having a closed polygon-shaped channel disposed therein comprising the steps of: a top portion of the mandrel and a bottom portion of the mandrel in connected relationship;', 'a fluid conduit disposed between the top portion of the mandrel and the bottom portion of the mandrel, the fluid conduit having an inlet and an outlet;', 'the top portion of the mandrel having an upwardly-extending projection portion for releasable secured connection with a pair of jaws of a vibrator,', 'the top portion of the mandrel having a pair of opposed downwardly-extending slots to permit insertion of a pair of opposed sides of the module,', 'the top portion of the mandrel containing a fluid inlet into the fluid conduit;', 'the bottom portion of the mandrel securely positioned on a bottom of the at least one of the opposed pair of connected sides of the mandrel and having an egress opening for the fluid conduit at the bottom of the mandrel and positioned at an extremity of the mandrel beyond the module length of the closed polygon-shaped module channel along its longitudinal axis, the bottom portion of the mandrel extending beyond the longitudinal length of the closed polygon-shaped module channel of the retaining wall module;, 'inserting a mandrel into the at least one closed polygon-shaped module channel, the mandrel having a mandrel length along its longitudinal axis greater than the module length along its longitudinal axis, the mandrel ...

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Номер записи: 28
17-04-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-PART REUSABLE LEVEE BAG

Номер: US20140102581A1
Автор: Adams Beau G.
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Methods and apparatus are provided related to a multi-part reusable levee bag. The reusable levee bag includes a top bag section and a bottom portion removably affixed to the top bag section. The combined top bag section and bottom portion define an in interior space within which fillable material may be received to form a levee bag for use in flooding and other installations. The multi-part design allows the levee bag, once filled, to be disassembled and reused. 1. A reusable levee bag , comprising:a top bag portion having an open top and an open bottom and a first end panel, said open top dimensionally smaller than said open bottom;a plurality of guides extending from said top bag portion;said top bag defining an interior space;a bottom bag portion removably retained to said top bag portion;said bottom bag portion have a first side flap extending from a bottom panel and a second side flap extending from said bottom panel;said interior space of said top bag interrupted by at least one baffle;wherein said combined top bag portion and bottom bag portion define an enclosed levee bag capable of receiving flowable material.2. The reusable levee bag of wherein said bottom bag portion receives said top bag portion claim 1 , said top bag portion removably retained to said bottom bag portion by a plurality of connectors.3. The reusable levee bag of wherein said top bag portion has a plurality of straps received within a plurality of strap receivers on said bottom bag portion.4. The reusable levee bag of wherein said bottom bag portion further has at least one end flap extending to said top bag portion.5. The reusable levee bag of wherein said top bag portion at least one baffle is a plurality of baffle panels extending from a first side of said top bag portion to a second side of top bag portion claim 1 , said plurality of baffles positioned between said first end panel and an opposing second end panel of said top bag portion.6. The reusable levee bag of wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 29
16-01-2020 дата публикации

QUICKLY-DETACHABLE AIRBAG-TYPE FLOATING BREAKWATER

Номер: US20200018033A1
Автор: CUI Jie, Guo Jianting, Huo Fali, JI Chunyan, LI Zichao, Liu Hui, ZHOU Taoran
Принадлежит: JIANGSU UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

The present invention discloses a quickly-detachable airbag-type floating breakwater, including a plurality of water wave absorbing structure units arranged along a length direction of the breakwater. The adjacent water wave absorbing structure units are connected by a connecting unit. The water wave absorbing structure unit comprises at least two floats arranged side by side and a wave absorbing plate located between the floats. The water wave absorbing structure unit comprises at least two floats arranged side by side and a wave absorbing plate located on the floats. The connecting unit comprises bases located at the ends of the floats, an airbag located between the adjacent bases, and a steel chain, the adjacent bases wrapping the airbag to form a buffer connecting structure. Adjacent water wave absorbing structure units can be quickly and conveniently assembled by a connecting unit, thereby simplifying the difficulty in a breakwater building and construction installation process, improving the post-maintenance convenience of the breakwater, and reducing the post-maintenance cost. The connecting unit adopting a buffer connecting structure formed by wrapping the airbag with the bases can effectively alleviate movement, extrusion and torsion between adjacent breakwaters. 1. A quickly-detachable airbag-type floating breakwater , comprising a plurality of water wave absorbing structure units arranged along a length direction of the breakwater , wherein the adjacent water wave absorbing structure units are connected by a connecting unit , wherein the water wave absorbing structure unit comprises at least two floats arranged side by side and a wave absorbing plate located on the floats , and the connecting unit comprises bases located at the ends of the floats , an airbag located between adjacent bases , and a steel chain for connecting the adjacent water wave absorbing units , and the adjacent bases wrapping the airbag to form a buffer connecting structure.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 30
28-01-2016 дата публикации

AUGMENTING A FLOODWALL WITH A COLLAR

Номер: US20160024734A1
Автор: Munz Heinz
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A system, method and collar for augmenting a floodwall are disclosed herein. The collar includes metal shell conformed in the shape of bollard, and is slideable over the bollard. The collar is capable of being locked to the bollard by a bolt. The collar is welded or attached to a post of the floodwall. The floodwall may be a removable floodwall installation. 1. A collar for augmenting a floodwall , the collar comprising:a metal shell fitted to conform to a bollard, the metal shell including a first opening and a second opening;a first hole and a second hole included on the metal shell, wherein the first hole and the second hole line-up significantly with a bollard hole, andthe collar is welded to a post of the floodwall.2. The collar of claim 1 , further comprising a bolt to be placed in the first hole claim 1 , the second hole claim 1 , and the bollard hole.3. The collar of claim 1 , wherein the metal shell is aluminum.4. The collar of claim 1 , wherein the floodwall is removable.5. A removable floodwall system claim 1 , the system comprising:a plurality of posts to receive a plurality of removable planks disposed in-between the plurality of posts; anda plurality of collars, each of the collars being a metal shell conformed to fit each of a plurality of bollards, whereineach of the plurality of posts is welded to at least some of the plurality of collars.6. The system according to claim 5 , wherein each of the plurality of collars includes:a first hole and a second hole included on the metal shell,wherein the first hole and the second hole line-up significantly with a bollard hole.7. The system of claim 6 , further comprising a bolt to be placed in the first hole claim 6 , the second hole claim 6 , and the bollard hole.8. The system of claim 6 , wherein the floodwall is removable.9. A method for augmenting a floodwall with a collar claim 6 , the method comprising:inserting a hole in a bollard situated with a floodwall;conforming a metal shell in the shape of the ...

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Номер записи: 31
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Methods, Systems, and Kits for Building Interlocking Seawalls

Номер: US20220042306A1
Автор: Donnelly William
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This disclosure provides methods, systems, and kits for building seawalls using mechanically interlocking blocks. The interlocking blocks have interiors that can be filled with sand, gravel, or cementitious material after formation of a wall. The interlocking blocks that can be connected on any side to form a structure, wall, foundation, floor, building, flotation device, gardening structure, or toy. The interlocking blocks typically comprise center openings and connecting openings on each side and can be connected with hardware through the connecting openings. The center openings allow for materials such as pipes, wires, conduit, and rebar to pass through interlocked blocks. Connected blocks can also be filled with fortifying material to strengthen the structure. Sides of connected blocks can be covered with faceplates to direct flow of fortifying material and aid in the creation of desired configurations. Also provided are connectors for connecting sides of the interlocking blocks. 1. A kit for building a sea wall configured to be filled with gravel , sand , cementitious material , or a combination thereof , comprising: an interior; and', a first side center opening around the center of the first interlocking side,', 'four first side corners,', 'four first side interlocking openings, each first side interlocking opening being proximate to a first side corner,, 'a first interlocking side comprising, 'six sides comprising], 'a first cementitious interlocking block comprising an interior; and', a second side center opening around the center of the second interlocking side,', 'four second side corners,', 'four second side interlocking openings, each second side interlocking opening being proximate to a second side corner;, 'a second interlocking side comprising, 'six sides comprising], 'a second cementitious interlocking block comprisinghardware for mechanically interlocking the first interlocking side and the second interlocking side via the first side interlocking ...

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Номер записи: 32
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Portable flood barrier system and method of use

Номер: US20190024337A1
Автор: Anders Philipsen
Принадлежит: Environment Solutions Aps

A flood protection system and a method of using such a system. The system includes at least one elongated flexible tube arranged for being filled with and containing a fluid, wherein the at least one flexible tube comprises a number of positioning elements. The positioning elements ensure that the tubes can form barriers of any desired form, of any length, any height, any width/breadth, and on all terrains, thereby providing a barrier in an area threatened by flooding. The system according to the invention may be deployed quickly and easily irrespectively of the terrain/ground and weather conditions.

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Номер записи: 33
24-04-2014 дата публикации

Method and System for Improved Hydropower Generation in Existing Dams and Impoundments

Номер: US20140110942A1
Автор: Krouse Wayne F., Maley Mike
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A power generating system in a dam or impoundment where a section is removed by precision saw cutting to create a void or a base placed adjacent to the dame or impoundment is inserted for the mounting of a turbine frame with a plurality of power generating cells comprising a turbine and a generator and a second removed section to create voids for outlet draft tubes where the turbine frame is matably inserted in the first void, the turbines in said frame are positioned to permit water flow through the turbines and out the voids for outlet flow, and the turbines are operably engaged to a plurality of generators for generating power from the movement of water across the turbines. The cells may be mounted on top of a dam weir after precision removal to create a base and may have added draft tubes for water flow. 1. A power generating system in a dam or impoundment comprising:a dam or impoundment having a removed section to create a first void for a turbine frame having a plurality of power generating cells comprising a turbine and a generator and a second removed section to create voids for outlet flow from said turbines;a turbine frame matably inserted in said first void;said turbines in said frame positioned to permit water flow through said turbines and out said voids for outlet flow;said turbines operably engaged to a plurality of generators for generating power from the movement of water across said turbines.2. The power generating system in a dam or impoundment as claimed in wherein said voids are saw cut.3. The power generating frame inserted in a dam or impoundment as claimed in wherein said voids are created by grinding action.4. The power generating system in a dam or impoundment as claimed in wherein said turbine frame is removable via a gantry on said dam.5. The power generating system in a dam or impoundment as claimed in further comprising one or more sluice gates on said frame blocking flow through said turbines.6. The power generating system in a dam or ...

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Номер записи: 34
02-02-2017 дата публикации

SELF-FILLING FLOOD-PROTECTION BAG

Номер: US20170030040A1
Автор: Hajdu Adam, Zuzi Bohuslav
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Self filling flood-protection bag consists of two enclosed chambers (), that are interconnected by terminal yoke () in form of letter “T” and that are made of polyester fabric with high water absorbing capacity. Chambers () are filled up with granular or jelly mixture of water superabsorbents () based on cross-linked polyacrylate (SAP). Terminal yoke () contains two handling metal eyelets (). 1. A self-filling flood-protection bag , comprising: at least two enclosed chambers that are interconnected by a terminal yoke in the form of a letter “T” , where at least said enclosed chambers are formed from polyester fabric with high water absorbing capacity , and wherein said enclosed chambers are at least partially filled up with a mixture of water superabsorbent.2. The self-filling flood-protection bag according to claim 1 , wherein said terminal yoke in the form of a letter “T” is formed of a polyester fabric with high water absorbing capacity and has at least two handling eyelets.3. The self-filling flood-protection bag according to patent claim 1 , the wherein said terminal yoke in the form of a letter “T” is made of plastic and has at least two handling eyelets.4. The self-filling flood-protection bag according to patent claim 1 , wherein said water expanding superabsorbent is in the form of moulded band claim 1 , granules or jelly.5. The self-filling flood-protection bag according to patent claim 1 , wherein said water expanding superabsorbent is based on cross-linked polyacrylate.6. The self-filling flood-protection bag according to patent claim 1 , wherein within said enclosed chambers are placed wetting agents and/or polyvinylpyrrolidone.7. The self-filling flood-protection bag according to wherein with said enclosed chambers are placed wetting agents and/or polyvinylpyrrolidone.8. The self-filling flood-protection bag according to wherein with said enclosed chambers are placed wetting agents and/or polyvinylpyrrolidone.9. The self-filling flood-protection bag ...

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Номер записи: 35
04-02-2016 дата публикации

SELF-FILLING MODULAR BARRIER

Номер: US20160032546A1
Автор: PHELPS Simon Thomas
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A flood barrier unit having a base and at least one side wall is provided. The walls of the unit are tapered such that it is capable of being stacked vertically with other such units when not in use. The unit preferably includes at least one connection slot on each wall, wherein each connection slot is adapted to sealingly accept a connection piece. A plurality of such units may be connected together to form a watertight flood barrier, where adjacent units are adapted to be connected together in a watertight manner using one connection piece. Additional connection pieces suitable for sealingly engaging a vertical structure such as the wall of a building are also provided. 1. A unit suitable for deployment as part of a flood barrier , comprising:a hollow body comprising a base and at least one wall, wherein the angle between the at least one wall and the base is greater than 90 degrees;wherein the at least one wall includes at least one recess therein, each recess forming a connection slot that is suitable for accepting a connection piece.2. A unit according to claim 1 , wherein each connection slot is tapered in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the at least one wall.3. A unit according to claim 1 , arranged such that at least a component of the weight of the unit acts to improve the seal between the unit and a connection piece.4. A unit according to claim 3 , wherein the unit is self-filling and wherein the seal between the unit and a connection piece is improved as the unit fills.5. A unit according to claim 1 , wherein the unit comprises opposing front and back walls and first and second opposing end walls claim 1 , at least three of said walls including at least one connection slot.6. (canceled)7. A unit according to claim 5 , wherein each of the end walls includes only one connection slot claim 5 , the front wall includes only two connection slots and the back wall includes only three connection slots.8. A unit according to claim 7 , wherein the front and ...

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Номер записи: 36
04-02-2016 дата публикации

HOT HOLE CHARGE SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20160033249A1
Автор: Alexander Brent Dee
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An apparatus, method and insulation medium for inserting and insulating a charge medium within a borehole includes a charge tube comprised of an elongate tube having a length and diameter sufficient for containing a desired quantity of a charge medium. A charge medium in a pumpable form is provided for substantially filling the charge tube. An insulation medium in a pumpable form is provided for substantially encapsulating the charge tube and substantially filling an annular space between the charge tube and the borehole for insulating the charge tube from a downhole environment in which the charge tube is to be inserted. The apparatus, methods and insulating medium can also be used for the improvement and repair of underground liners and installations and for improved treatment of mining and hazardous waste. 1. A method for repairing a damaged area in an underground liner for sequestering a potentially hazardous material , comprising:drilling at least one borehole underneath an underground liner to a point in fluid communication with a damaged area of the liner;dispensing a pumpable insulation medium in the at least one borehole to flow therethrough to substantially fill the damaged area, the pumpable insulation medium comprising a clay, a liquefying component, an adsorption component, and a neutralizing component.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein drilling at least one borehole underneath an underground liner to a point in fluid communication with a damaged area of the liner comprises using a steerable drilling rig to a drill a borehole to a point near the damaged area of the liner.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein drilling at least one borehole underneath an underground liner to a point in fluid communication with a damaged area of the liner comprises boring multiple boreholes underneath the underground liner to separate points in fluid communication with the damage area of the liner.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising drilling at least a first top ...

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Номер записи: 37
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Integrated Drain Gate Seawall System

Номер: US20200032471A1
Автор: Anh Nguyen, Chung Hea Pak Nguyen
Принадлежит: Pak Nguyen Chung

The Integrated Drain Gate Seawall System (IDGSS) was designed to mitigate flooding due to rising sea water, severe rain and storm damages at costal area or other various waterfront properties like riverbanks, bay, beach, ocean, lake, marsh and low lying areas. The IDGSS has incorporated two functions simultaneously by separating water and land with a flood resilient fixed water barrier wall, but more importantly, has an automatic drainage system, especially for an unexpected severe and prolonged storms; to address the unintended consequence of trapping water inside the pre-existing water barrier walls. Unfortunately, during these severe storms, the trapped water has created a bathtub like scenario by the manmade fixed wall barriers, and causing an insult to an injury to an already devastated storm conditions, due to a lack of drainage systems. To mitigate this type of severe drainage problem, IDGSS was created with a characteristics of a concrete wall blocks, which includes a one-way valve or flap drain gate inside as a single unified structure, with an adjustable one-way valve or flap drain gate specification; with a various shape, sizes, materials and configurations for both one-way valve or flap gate and wall blocks; and adaptable retrofitting mechanisms to meet the site specific topography and special drainage needs. To protect the one-way valve or flap gate drainage system and to allow for an efficient drainage pathway system, the wall blocks are built to withstand severe wind and unpredictable weather conditions to become storm resilient, pressure reducing mechanism within the unlimited combinations of geometrical wall shape and size arrangements. Thus, the IDGSS is a reinforced wall system that can adapt to a specific drainage problem by allowing the trapped water to be returned back to where it came from as long as the water recedes by gravity.

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Номер записи: 38
30-01-2020 дата публикации

SACK FOR THE REALISATION OF CIVIL ENGINEERING WORKS, PROCESS FOR ITS MANUFACTURE, AND FOR THE REALISATION OF A WORK BY MEANS OF SEVERAL SACKS OF THIS TYPE

Номер: US20200032472A1
Автор: Ferraiolo Francesco
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A sack for realising civil engineering works, including a sack structure with two main faces defined by two respective equal main expanses of cloth that are joined over most of their periphery. The main expanses of cloth define an opening for introducing filling material into the sack structure when in use. The sack comprises at least one expanse of protective cloth whose resistance characteristics differ from the main expanses of cloth. The expanse of protective cloth is fastened to the outside of the sack structure so as to substantially cover a single main face thereof. 111-. (canceled)12. Sack for realising civil engineering works , comprising a sack structure with two main faces defined by two respective equal main expanses of cloth , made with a single cloth of a permeable geotextile material folded into two equal-sized portions and joined over most of their periphery and defining an opening for introducing filling material when in use , the sack comprising at least one expanse of protective cloth having resistance characteristics differing from the main expanses of cloth , the expanse of protective cloth being fastened to the outside of the sack structure so as to substantially cover a single main face thereof , wherein the expanse of protective cloth is an impermeable cloth.13. Sack according to claim 12 , wherein the expanse of protective cloth has greater resistance to UV rays than that of the main expanses of cloth.14. Sack according to claim 12 , wherein the expanse of protective cloth is a large piece of waxed cloth.15. Sack according to claim 12 , wherein the main expanses of cloth are made of geotextile.16. Sack according to claim 12 , wherein the main expanses of cloth and the expanse of protective cloth are joined together over most of their periphery by stitching.17. Method for manufacturing a sack claim 12 , intended for realising civil engineering works claim 12 , having the characteristics of claim 12 , comprising the phases of:having available ...

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Номер записи: 39
24-02-2022 дата публикации

MODULAR ULTRA LOW DRAG SUB-SURFACE MEMBRANE INSTALLATION APPARATUS, MACHINE, AND METHODS WITH VARIOUS AUTOMATED AND SEMI-AUTOMATED SUB-SYSTEMS INCLUDING SUB-SURFACE DRIP TAPE INSTALLATION

Номер: US20220053711A1
Автор: Franz James K.
Принадлежит: TERRA NOVA RESEARCH, INC.

A sub-surface membrane deposition device including a movable frame, at least one chisel attached to the frame, hydraulics to raise and lower the at least one chisel from the frame, and a membrane deployable to a sub-surface level by the at least one chisel as the movable frame is moved. Also provided is a method of deposing a membrane to a sub-surface level that includes providing a movable frame, at least one chisel attached to the frame, hydraulics to raise and lower the at least one chisel from the frame, and a membrane. The method including lowering the at least one chisel with the hydraulics to the sub-surface level, moving the frame and at least one chisel forward, and deploying the membrane to the sub-surface level with the at least one chisel. 1. A sub-surface membrane deposition device comprising:a movable frame;at least one chisel attached to the frame;hydraulics to raise and lower the at least one chisel from the frame; and,a membrane deployable to a sub-surface level by the at least one chisel as the movable frame is moved.2. The sub-surface membrane deposition device of wherein the membrane is provided on a membrane roll on the frame.3. The sub-surface membrane deposition device of wherein the membrane roll is rotatable on an upper surface of the frame to unwind the membrane from the membrane roll on a top of the at least one chisel.4. The sub-surface membrane deposition device of wherein the device includes a quick changeover shaft assembly and a perforator assembly that help minimize idle time.5. The sub-surface membrane deposition device of wherein the chisel includes a forming cone that dispenses the membrane in a wrinkle-free condition.6. The sub-surface membrane deposition device of wherein the forming cone is approximately twelve inches in width.7. The sub-surface membrane deposition device of wherein the membrane is bi-folded and wherein the forming cone opens the bi-folded membrane without introducing internal stress to the membrane.8. The sub- ...

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Номер записи: 40
18-02-2016 дата публикации

FLOATING-TYPE SANDY BEACH GROWING DEVICE

Номер: US20160047100A1
Автор: ONDA Ginjirou
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A floating-type sandy beach growing device includes wave absorbing bodies arranged in parallel at appropriate intervals, each of them including a floating body having an offing side end oriented toward offing side and a land side end having a larger buoyancy and oriented toward land side, rocking following a wave vertical movement, offing side end being pivotally supported, and a stand erected in a relatively shallow shore for pivotally supporting offing side end, floating body being level-adjusted so as to be horizontal during low tide in neap tide, and installed angled with respect to wave progress direction in a horizontal plane. 1. A floating-type sandy beach growing device constituted bya plurality of wave absorbing bodies arranged in parallel with one another at appropriate intervals, each of said wave absorbing bodies comprising a floating body having an offing side end oriented toward an offing side and a land side end having a buoyancy larger than that of said offing side end and oriented toward a land side, said offing side end being pivotally supported to provide rocking following a vertical movement of a wave,a stand erected in water and pivotably connected to said offing side end of said floating body to pivotally support said offing side end, anda receiving stand which is installed under said land side end of said floating body, to receive said land side portion of said floating body when said land side portion rotates toward a sea bed to prevent said land side portion from being buried in the sea bed, andwherein said floating body is adjusted to be oriented in a horizontal direction during low tide in a neap tide, and installed so as to be angled with respect to a wave progress direction in a horizontal plane.2. The floating-type sandy beach growing device according to claim 1 , wherein said floating body is formed by bundling a plurality of bamboos claim 1 , a root side thereof providing said offing side end claim 1 , being bound and pivotally ...

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Номер записи: 41
18-02-2016 дата публикации

Self-Ballasted Wood Structure for Shoreline Protection and Aquatic Habitat Enhancement and Method of Manufacture

Номер: US20160047101A1
Автор: Krofta Chad James
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The present invention is a self-ballasted wood timber to be used for shoreline protection and aquatic habitat enhancement. It is made by installing a dense ballast material within an interior cavity of a wood timber. The material is retained within the timber by plugging the open end(s). Two or more self-ballasted timbers may be assembled to form larger structures. Structures composed of the present invention have the advantage of being composed of organic materials ballasted internally by a dense material with specific gravity relative to fresh or salt water greater than one. Thus they can provide all of the aquatic habitat enhancement benefits of natural organic materials without the buoyant instability associated with organic materials in dynamic aquatic environments. Additionally, they can provide stability for shoreline protection without the negative impacts to aquatic habitat, water quality, and natural water body aesthetics associated with inorganic shoreline stabilization structures. 1. A self-ballasted wood timber with a cavity within its interior which is filled with a ballast material with specific gravity (relative to fresh or salt water) greater than one.2. The self-ballasted wood timber of where the ballast material is composed of stone claim 1 , sand claim 1 , concrete or other similar material.3. The self-ballasted wood timber of claim I wherein a plug composed of wood claim 1 , stone claim 1 , concrete claim 1 , or similar material is inserted over the cavity end(s) to retain the ballast material.4. A structure comprising two or more self-ballasted timbers of claim 1 , each having a cavity within its interior which is filled with a ballast material with specific gravity (relative to fresh or salt water) greater than one.5. A method for forming a self-ballasted wood timber unit comprising:(a) Providing a wood timber and excavating a cavity along its longitudinal axis;(b) Filling the excavated cavity with a ballast material with specific gravity ( ...

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Номер записи: 42
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Method And System For Anchoring A Waterproofing Liner To Concrete Curbs Of A Hydraulic Structure

Номер: US20170044732A1
Автор: SCUERO Alberto Maria
Принадлежит: CARPI TECH B.V.

A method and a system for anchoring a waterproofing liner of thermoplastic material to a longitudinally extending wall of a hydraulic structure of compacted loose material. The waterproofing liner is seamed to a plurality of continuous anchor bands of thermoplastic material, laterally spaced apart from one another, vertically extending in a traverse direction of the wall, from an upper to a lower position of the hydraulic structure; each continuous anchor band consists of a plurality of axially aligned and partially superimposed modular strips, seamed together and fixed to concrete curbs, defining a surface for laying down the waterproofing liner, in which the curbs longitudinally and/or transversely extend to the wall of the hydraulic structure. 1. A method for anchoring a waterproofing liner to a side wall which extends in a longitudinal direction of a hydraulic structure comprising compacted layers of loose material , according to which the waterproofing liner comprises flexible sheets of synthetic material fastened to the side wall , the method further comprising the steps of:defining a laying surface of the side wall for laying down the waterproofing liner, providing the laying surface with a plurality of continuous seaming bands for the waterproofing liner, in synthetic material;fastening the waterproofing liner to the side wall of hydraulic structure by seaming the waterproofing liner to the continuous seaming bands;characterised by the steps of:configuring the side wall of the hydraulic structure with a plurality of concrete curbs providing said laying surface for the waterproofing liner;anchoring the plurality of continuous seaming bands to the concrete curbs by arranging the continuous seaming bands in a traverse direction from an upper to a lower position of the side wall;laying down the waterproofing liner on the laying surface of the concrete curbs; andanchoring the waterproofing liner to the concrete curbs by seaming the waterproofing liner to the ...

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Номер записи: 43
19-02-2015 дата публикации

METHODS OF AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING WATER FLOW, BREAKING WATER WAVES AND REDUCING SURFACE EROSION ALONG RIVERS, STREAMS, WATERWAYS AND COASTAL REGIONS

Номер: US20150050086A1
Автор: "ONeill Raymond", Carr Dennis
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Improved breakwater construction blocks and interlocking shear key blocks for use in constructing diverse systems and works, in broad fields of use including, but not limited to, coastal engineering: river, stream and torrent control, bulkhead designed projects, scour control, check dams, permeable and impermeable groins-both river and ocean structures and other hydraulic works including marinas. 146-. (canceled)47. A construction block system for protection against erosion along beaches , streambeds , riverbeds and other bodies of water , said construction block system comprising:a set of construction blocks,wherein each said construction block includes(i) a central trapezoidal core portion of substantially trapezoidal cross-sectional dimensions and having sidewall surfaces,(ii) a set of four trapezoidal support legs, each said trapezoidal support leg extending from one corner of the central trapezoidal core portion in a radially-extending manner, and(iii) a top portion extending axially from the central trapezoidal core portion; anda plurality of interlocking shear key blocks, each being adapted for placement between an adjacent set of said construction blocks so as to form a closely-nested arrangement of construction blocks;wherein each said interlocking shear key block has X and Y dimensions, and is adapted for placement between the sidewall surfaces of an opposing set of said construction blocks in said closely-nested arrangement of construction blocks.48. The construction block system of claim 47 , wherein said closely-nested arrangement of construction blocks extend along a path defined by a single course of said construction block.49. The construction block system of claim 48 , wherein the X and Y cross-sectional dimensions of at least one said interlocking shear key block are substantially equal.50. The construction block system of claim 48 , wherein the X and Y cross-sectional dimensions of at least one said interlocking shear key block are substantially ...

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Номер записи: 44
25-02-2016 дата публикации

FLOATING BREAKWATER

Номер: US20160053454A1
Автор: AL-BANAA KHALED, NEELAMANI SUBRAMANIAM
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The floating breakwater includes various different embodiments, as can have an anchored or moored float. The float is desirably in the geometric form of a generally rectangular solid configuration, but can include other forms. One or more baffles or skirt walls extend from the bottom surface of the float, thereby attenuating subsurface wave action to a greater depth than the bottom of the float. Each of the baffles or skirt walls desirably includes a thin, flat, monolithic plate member for enhancing hydrodynamic resistance. The one or more baffles or skirt walls can be continuous and unbroken, or can have a plurality of apertures therethrough. When three or more baffles or skirt walls are provided they can be evenly spaced, or the spacing therebetween can vary. When two or more baffles or skirt walls are provided they can have equal depths, or their depths can differ from one another. 1. A method of constructing a floating breakwater for a predetermined wave transmission coefficient Kand a predetermined incident wave length Lof an oncoming wave , wherein the wave transmission coefficient Kis a ratio of a transmitted wave height of an attenuated wave to an incident wave height of an oncoming wave , and Lp is the incident wave length of the oncoming wave , the method comprising:selecting a predetermined wave transmission coefficient;measuring the incident wave length of the oncoming wave;constructing a float, the float having a width B, a bottom surface, a front surface, and at least two skirt walls extending downward from the bottom surface of the float, wherein the front surface of the float is adapted to be positioned in facing relation to a direction of an oncoming wave, the width B is in a direction substantially parallel to a direction of wave travel, and each of the skirt walls has a front face adapted to be positioned in facing relation to the direction of the oncoming wave to attenuate the oncoming wave to lessen an amplitude of the oncoming wave; and{'sub': ...

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Номер записи: 45
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Flood Protection System

Номер: US20180051433A1
Автор: Smith Thomas A.
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A flood protection system including a tube plate assembly including a plurality of orifices arranged in a predetermined pattern and density. A tube attachment subsystem is associated with each of the plurality of orifices and is configured to secure an open ended independent barrier tube thereto. A plurality of spaced walls are configured to support the tube plate assembly above the ground such that each barrier tube extends vertically downward from the tube plate to the ground. Filling each barrier tube with the fluid provides outward hydrostatic pressure at each tube-to-tube interface such that friction loss of a flow of flood water along each barrier tube-to-tube interface pathway stops the ingress of the flood water from a flood area to a protected area. 1. A flood protection system comprising: a tube plate including a plurality of orifices arranged in a predetermined pattern and density, and', 'a tube attachment subsystem associated with each of the plurality of orifices configured to secure an open ended independent barrier tube thereto;, 'a tube plate assembly includinga plurality of spaced walls configured to support the tube plate assembly above the ground such that each barrier tube extends vertically downward from the tube plate to the ground; andwherein filling each said barrier tube with the fluid provides outward hydrostatic pressure at each tube-to-tube interface such that friction loss of a flow of flood water along each barrier tube-to-tube interface pathway stops the ingress of the flood water from a flood area to a protected area.2. The system of in which the predetermined pattern and said density of said plurality of orifices each having a barrier tube attached thereto are configured to increase the tube-to-tube interface pathway to increase the friction loss to stop the ingress of the flood water from the flood area to the protected area.3. The system of in which the predetermined pattern and density of said plurality of orifices each having a ...

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Номер записи: 46
23-02-2017 дата публикации

A DAM

Номер: US20170051464A1
Автор: Andersen Christian Rohde, Sørensen Allan
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A dam () for shielding against water, said dam comprising at least one elongate section (), each section comprising a section bottom (), a section top () and two longitudinal side faces () and two end faces () together defining a volume (), said at least one section () comprising one or more openings () configured for filling and emptying of liquid to the volume (), said at least one end face () comprising a collar () extending in the width along the periphery of the end face in extension of the bottom section and the two longitudinal side faces. 111023456101112657. A dam () for the shielding of water , the dam comprising at least one elongate section () , each section comprising a section bottom () , a section top () and two longitudinal side faces () and two end faces () together defining a volume () , the at least one section () comprising one or more openings ( , ) configured for filling and emptying of liquid to the volume () , characterized in that at least one end face () comprises a collar () extending in the width along the periphery of the end face in extension of the bottom section and the two longitudinal side faces.27. A dam according to claim 1 , where the collar () extends longitudinally from the end face corresponding to the height of the side faces of the collar.375. A dam according to one or more of the preceding claims claim 1 , where the collar () extends at a length of 1 m from the end face ().4235. A dam according to one or more of the preceding claims claim 1 , where the length of the section bottom () in the at least one end of the section extends beyond the length of the section top () whereby the end face () is inclined.5232323. A dam according to one or more of the preceding claims claim 1 , where the length of the section bottom () is 5-50 cm longer than the section top () claim 1 , preferably approx. 20 cm claim 1 , or where the section bottom () has a length claim 1 , apart from the length of the section top () claim 1 , corresponding ...

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Номер записи: 47
26-02-2015 дата публикации

P SQUARED SYSTEM (PSS)

Номер: US20150056016A1
Автор: Popa Petre
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The invention has to do with a hydro-technique architectural system, capable to annihilate any tsunami waves size, destined in principle to the protection of people, animals, infrastructure and the existent architecture and the coastal environment of seas and oceans. The invention is composed of a PSS system made of one or many reinforced concrete tubes (preferable having a rectangular section) (A), for discharge/intake the tsunami wave (TW). PSS system contains an intake gate (B), for the (TW), an evacuation gate (C), and two floaters (D) and (E), permitting the (TW) to enter and exit in and out to the PSS system. The entire tsunami protection system, may be built using many PSS tubes with one or several intake and evacuation gates as necessary. The PSS system can also be used for protection against tidal waves and coastal erosions. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. A Hydro-Technic Architectural System comprising: a. an Intake Gate (B) with structural resistance characteristics and mounted at the top wall and at the extremity of the Tube (A) closed to the coastal; and', 'b. an Exit Gate (C) with structural resistance characteristics and mounted on a traversal axis at the top of the Tube (A) at the other extremity away from the coast line;, '(a) a reinforced concrete Tube (A) comprising(b) wherein the Intake Gate (B) is unlocked by a Floater Pump (D) and the Exit Gate (C) is unlocked by an Interior Floater (E);(c) wherein the Floater Pump (D) and the Interior Floater (E) are activated first by a tsunami or tidal wave level, and activated second by the water level accumulated inside Tube (A);(d) wherein the Tube (A) is disposed under the ocean floor having a smaller slope inclination with the horizontal than the ocean floor's slop so the end of the Tube (A) where the Exit Gate (C) is located, above the ocean floor with its bottom wall and the Exit Gate (C) clear to be activated and permit the accumulated debit of water ...

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Номер записи: 48
15-05-2014 дата публикации

Tsunami Breakwater Wall of Retaining Wall Structure Supported By Steel Pipe Piles and Its Construction Method

Номер: US20140133911A1
Автор: Kawahara Kazufumi, Shimizu Yuichi, Tasaka Kouji
Принадлежит: THE CHUGOKU ELECTRIC POWER CO., INC.

A tsunami breakwater wall of retaining wall structure supported by a steel pipe pile , includes a steel pipe pile that has a bottom end thereof reach a support layer of a ground and is installed to a ground such that an upper end thereof is positioned to a part below a surface of a ground , a retaining wall that is placed on a ground and supported by the steel pipe pile , and a ground anchor that connects the retaining wall and a support layer of a ground 1. A tsunami breakwater wall of retaining wall structure supported by a steel pipe pile , comprising:a steel pipe pile installed to a ground such that a bottom end thereof reaches a support layer of a ground and an upper end thereof is positioned to a part below a surface of a ground;a retaining wall placed on a ground and supported by the steel pipe pile; anda ground anchor for connecting the retaining wall and a support layer of a ground.2. The tsunami breakwater wall of retaining wall structure supported by a steel pipe pile according to claim 1 , whereina plurality of the retaining walls are reverse T-shaped reinforced concrete blocks provided in a continuous single row on a ground of the area while a gap is not formed between adjacent retaining walls.3. The tsunami breakwater wall of retaining wall structure supported by steel pipe piles according to claim 1 , whereinthe ground anchor is installed to penetrate a bottom base part of the retaining wall and reach the support layer of the ground.4. The tsunami breakwater wall construction method claim 1 , comprising:a process of forming a hole for a steel pipe pile that reaches a support layer of a ground;a process of erecting a steel pipe pile into the hole for a steel pipe pile;a process of placing a seawall on a ground and supporting the retaining wall by the steel pipe pile; anda process of installing a ground anchor that penetrates the retaining wall to reach the support layer, fixing a tip portion of the ground anchor to the supper layer, and fixing a head ...

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Номер записи: 49
10-03-2022 дата публикации

NOVEL ECOLOGICAL SLOPE PROTECTION WITH EFFICIENT WATER PURIFICATION FUNCTION AND ECOLOGICAL IMPROVMENT METHOD

Номер: US20220074157A1
Автор: He Jian, LUO Xingzhang, SUN Wenjing, Zheng Zheng
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An ecological slope protection has an efficient water purification function, built in a land-lake ecozone along the bank of a basin, wherein the body of the ecological slope protection extends into the water of the basin, and has a flexible mattress laid on the surface thereof; an ecological filter pool is provided below the flexible mattress and is isolated from the water of the basin by means of the pool body; the ecological filter pool is contained with a filler layer and a support layer, and the filler layer is supported by the support layer; the sewage pretreated via a sedimentation pool is introduced into the ecological filter pool and treated by the filler layer to clean up pollutants therein and reduce its eutrophication level; and the treated sewage is discharged from the ecological slope protection via the support layer and enters the basin. 1100110120110. A novel ecological slope protection with efficient water purification function , built in a land-lake ecozone along the bank of a basin , wherein the body of the ecological slope protection () extends into the water of the basin , and has a flexible mattress () laid on the surface thereof; and an ecological filter pool () is provided below the flexible mattress ().2. The ecological slope protection according to claim 1 , wherein:{'b': ['120', '120', '125', '120', '120', '125'], '#text': 'the ecological filter pool () is isolated from the basin water by sealing the pool body; preferably, the ecological filter pool () is contained with a filler layer and a support layer () supporting the filler layer; the sewage is introduced into the ecological filter pool () and treated by the filler layer to clean up pollutants therein and reduce its eutrophication level; and the treated sewage is discharged from the ecological filter pool () via the support layer () and enters the basin.'}3. The ecological slope protection according to claim 1 , wherein:{'b': ['100', '110', '100'], '#text': 'a plurality of the ...

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Номер записи: 50
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Inflatable flood defense structural unit and arrangement

Номер: US20160060836A1
Автор: Peter James
Принадлежит: Cintec International Ltd

An inflatable flood defence structural unit is described for creating an inflatable flood defence arrangement. The unit comprises at least one inflatable chamber comprising a front wall and a rear wall which extend in a substantially parallel orientation. At least one of the front and rear walls provide a water barrier, and a first and second end wall are arranged to couple the front and rear walls together at a respective first and second end of the front and rear walls. The unit further comprises a first inflatable buttress which is rigidly bonded at a proximal end thereof to the rear wall of the chamber, proximate the first end of the chamber and which extends in a direction which is away from the chamber, and a second inflatable buttress which is rigidly bonded at a proximal end thereof to the rear wall of the chamber, proximate the second end of the chamber, and which similarly extends in a direction which is away from the chamber. The unit further comprises a fastening arrangement disposed upon at least one of the first or second buttress for fastening the first and second buttress to a second and first buttress respectively, of a further structural unit to create the flood defence arrangement.

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Номер записи: 51
21-02-2019 дата публикации

MODULE SPLICING STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190055730A1
Автор: JIN Shengxi
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A module splicing structure comprises to-be-spliced modules (C), a connecting component (A), a reinforcing accessory (B), and functional accessories (D, E, G). The to-be-spliced modules (C) are provided with holes or troughs. The connecting component (A) is inserted into the holes or the troughs of two adjacent to-be-spliced modules (C). The shape of the whole or partial cross section of the connecting component (A) inserted into the to-be-spliced modules (C) is the same as the shape of the cross sections of the holes or the troughs of the to-be-spliced modules (C). Connected by the connecting component (A), multiple to-be-spliced modules (C) are spliced into a whole structure or a building. The structure is applied to the field of engineering construction, and can be assembled, disassembled and maintained conveniently and quickly. 1. A module splicing structure , comprising to-be-spliced modules and a connecting component , wherein the to-be-spliced modules are provided with holes or troughs , the connecting component is inserted into the holes or the trough of the two adjacent to-be-spliced modules , and the shape of the whole or partial cross section of the connecting component inserted into the to-be-spliced modules is the same as the shape of the cross sections of the holes or the troughs of the to-be-spliced modules;the connecting component has a non-circular cross section.2. The module splicing structure of claim 1 , wherein:each of the to-be-spliced modules is provided with convex, concave and convex-concave connection structures; the maximum surface projection shape after removing the convex, concave and convex-concave connection structures is a triangle, a square, a rectangle, a diamond, a parallelogram, a trapezoid, a pentagon, a hexagon, a heptagon, an octagon, an enneagon or a closed curve; and the convex, concave and convex-concave connection structures of each of the to-be-spliced modules are equipped with holes, the contour of each hole is a plane ...

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Номер записи: 52
22-05-2014 дата публикации

Lighweight Concrete Composition for Soil Stabilization, Especially in Shoreline and Waterbottom Areas

Номер: US20140140769A1
Автор: Knezek Erick Benjamin, Marcy Matthew Allen
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A lightweight concrete composition is mixed from cement, sand, water, and organic material, and placed on an area of soil, proximal a body of water, to protect the soil from erosion and the like due to water action. Preferably, the organic material comes from the area in which the soil is being stabilized, and may include soil, leafy matter, and ground up wood, forming a particulate organic material. Preferably, the final density of the resulting lightweight concrete composition is greater than the density of the water in the body of water, and less than the density of the soil being stabilized. A representative density range is between 62.43 pounds per cubic foot and 100.00 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A lightweight concrete composition , for placement on the surface of an area of soil for stabilization of said soil , said soil proximal a body of water , comprising:cement;sand;water; andorganic material,said cement, sand, water and organic material blended to yield a lightweight concrete composition having a final density greater than the density of said water in said body of water, but less than the density of said soil.2. The concrete composition of claim 1 , wherein said organic material comprises bits of wood.3. The concrete composition of claim 1 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 pounds per cubic foot to 100.00 pounds per cubic foot.4. The concrete composition of claim 3 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 pounds per cubic foot to 80.00 pounds per cubic foot.5. The concrete composition of claim 1 , wherein said organic material is obtained from said soil.6. The concrete composition of claim 5 , wherein said organic material comprises bits of wood.7. The concrete composition of claim 6 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 pounds per cubic foot to 100.00 pounds per cubic foot.8. The concrete composition of claim 7 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 ...

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Номер записи: 53
22-05-2014 дата публикации

Biomass construct for erosion control and structures

Номер: US20140140776A1
Автор: Gordon James West, Zeecha L. Brooks
Принадлежит: Restoration Technologies Inc

In one aspect there is provided a construct, mound, layer or brick which offers utility as an erosion control medium formed primarily from a blend of biomass, cementitious binder and water. In another aspect there is provided a construct, mound, layer or brick, which offers utility as a construction medium. Also provided are processes by which an aggregate of woody biomass (a blend of chips, particles and pieces), and a cementitious binder slurry can be applied by manual methods or spray applied by mechanical means. Upon drying the biomass construct conforms and binds to a ground surface providing a hard porous medium capable of adhering to a large variety of ground surfaces and to terrain of varied slope, pitch and constitution.

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Номер записи: 54
08-03-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND ASSEMBLIES FOR FILLING AND COILING BARRIER TUBES AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

Номер: US20180065763A1
Автор: Nienberg Kurt
Принадлежит: Ulterior Products, LLC

A vertically oriented barrier filling assembly for filling barrier tubing with a filling material and coiling filled barriers is disclosed. The barrier filling assembly includes a barrier filling device positioned above a barrier receiving device. The barrier filling device includes a coiler hopper that funnels the filling material to a barrel. An auger situated in the barrel includes a shaft and a fighting, with rotation of the auger feeding the filling material to empty barrier tubing attached to the barrel. Filled barriers are coiled on a vertically adjustable floor of the barrier receiving device as the barrier tubing is filled by moving the coiler hopper and/or the barrel in an orbital path. A system for filling and coiling barriers includes a supply hopper, the assembly, a processing station, and one or more conveyors, the system having a process flow from the storage hopper to the assembly to the processing station. 1. A barrier tube filling assembly comprising:a suspension element;a coiling surface having a vertical axis; anda material conduit that includes a feeder section at a dispensing end of the material conduit, the material conduit being coupled with the suspension element such that the feeder section is suspended above the coiling surface in a substantially vertical orientation, and the dispensing end being movable in an orbital path relative to the vertical axis.2. The assembly of further including an auger having a substantially cylindrical shaft and a fighting claim 1 , the auger being at least partially disposed within the feeder section such that the auger can rotate in the material conduit around an axis of rotation at least partially defined by the cylindrical shaft claim 1 , and the auger being oriented such that the fighting is positioned below the cylindrical shaft.3. The assembly of wherein the fighting has an axial length not greater than one-third of an axial length of the feeder section.4. The assembly of further including a beater bar ...

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Номер записи: 55
12-03-2015 дата публикации

REINFORCED GABION AND PROCESS FOR ITS MANUFACTURE

Номер: US20150071708A1
Автор: Ferraiolo Francesco
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A reinforced gabion comprising two adjacent walls with a common edge manufactured using a single sheet of double twisted metal mesh fabric formed from metal wires which have two different diameters respectively corresponding to the two walls. Preferably the metal mesh fabric has a mesh with at least one twisted side formed from at least two metal wires woven together in which each twisted side is aligned in the direction of the common edge between the two walls. 1. A reinforced gabion having a box structure capable of containing inert material , comprising two adjacent walls with a common edge made using a single sheet of double twisted metal mesh fabric formed of metal wires whose diameters differ from each other in the two walls.2. A reinforced gabion according to claim 1 , in which the double twisted metal mesh of the single mesh fabric has meshes with at least one twisted side claim 1 , formed of at least two metal wires woven together claim 1 , in which each twisted side is aligned in the direction of the common edge between the two walls.3. A reinforced gabion according to claim 1 , in which the double twisted metal mesh fabric is a hexagonal mesh fabric.4. A reinforced gabion according to claim 1 , in which the single double twisted metal mesh fabric is also formed of at least one wire having a diameter intermediate between the different diameters of the metal wires of the two adjacent walls located substantially at the common edge between the two adjacent walls.5. A reinforced gabion according to claim 1 , in which the single double twisted metal mesh fabric extends to form three or more walls of the reinforced gabion.6. A process for manufacturing a double twisted metal mesh fabric for the manufacture of a reinforced gabion comprising the stages of;{'b': '40', 'placing a plurality of metal wires comprising at least one first group of wires having a first diameter and a second group of wires having a second diameter alongside each other in a frame (),'} ...

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Номер записи: 56
09-03-2017 дата публикации

Structure Including Interlocking Containers

Номер: US20170067219A1
Автор: Stewart KRIEGSTEIN
Принадлежит: Warstone Innovations LLC

A container is disclosed. The container has a side part, an upper part, a lower part, and a cavity formed by the side part, the upper part, and the lower part. The container also has a material disposed in the cavity. The side part has at least one protrusion and at least one recess. The side part is permeable to water. The side part is also nonpermeable to the material disposed in the cavity.

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Номер записи: 57
17-03-2016 дата публикации

MOBILE FLOOD PROTECTION BARRIER SYSTEM

Номер: US20160076210A1
Автор: SÁPI István Péter
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A mobile flood protection barrier system for quickly stopping and damming back watercourses, overflows, and for raising the embankment in flood protection as a temporary facility. The system has water-fillable water storage units that are connected to one another and supporting structures, the water storage units are placed into the triangular supporting frames of the supporting structure and fixed to supporting structure, to the spacer bar thereof. The water storage unit is made of a single, continuous, rectangular flexible material, divided into three parts by longitudinal folds, has a triangular prism-shape in the filled-up state, with the surface of the middle folded part in contact with the soil, and is open along its upper edges. The lateral ends of the water storage unit are partially closed. The water storage units can be connected to one another via unit coupling extension portions made from their own material. 155559. A mobile flood protection barrier system comprising water-fillable water storage units () that are connected to one another and supporting structures , the water storage units () are placed into the supporting structures and fixed to the supporting structures , characterized in that the water storage unit is made of a single , continuous , rectangular flexible material , divided into three parts by longitudinal folds , has a triangular prism-shape in the filled-up state , with the surface of the middle folded part in contact with the soil , and is open along its upper edges , the lateral ends of the water storage unit () are partially closed; the water storage unit () is fixed into the triangular supporting frames () of the supporting structure.25165. The mobile flood protection barrier system according to claim 1 , characterized in that at the lateral ends of the water storage unit () there are unit coupling extension portions () made from the own material of the water storage unit ().351616. The mobile flood protection barrier system ...

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Номер записи: 58
17-03-2016 дата публикации

Method And Device For Covering And Waterproofing Joints In Hydraulic Works

Номер: US20160076211A1
Автор: SCUERO Alberto Maria
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A method and a device for covering and waterproofing joints between concrete members of hydraulic works, such as dams, canals, hydraulic galleries and reservoirs. A flexible cover strip including a flexible waterproofing membrane in elastomeric material having a first elastic modulus, and at least one flexible support layer in synthetic material having a second elastic modulus greater than the first elastic modulus for limiting deformation of the impermeable membrane, is straddled between the opposite concrete members, for example at vertical joints and/or at longitudinal joints of the hydraulic work. The support layer and the waterproofing membrane are transversely folded in a loop and laid down inside and/or outside the joint sealingly fastening the cover strip to the concrete members along the edges thereof. Movements between concrete members of the joint are compensated by a free extension of the folded cover strip. 1. A method for covering and waterproofing a gap of a joint , between opposite concrete members of an hydraulic work by a cover strip transversely folded and longitudinally extending along the gap , fastened to the concrete members along elongated side edges , comprising the steps of:providing the cover strip by superimposing at least one flexible waterproofing membrane in elastomeric material having a first elastic modulus, and at least one flexible support layer in textile synthetic material having a second elastic modulus greater than the first elastic modulus of the waterproofing membrane;transversely folding the waterproofing membrane and the support layer of the cover strip, and laying down the folded strip straddling the gap of the joint; andsealingly fastening the elongated side edges of the folded cover strip to the concrete members keeping the support layer facing the concrete members of the joint and allowing a relative free movement between the superimposed waterproofing membrane and support layer of the folded cover strip.2. The method ...

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Номер записи: 59
19-03-2015 дата публикации

System and Method for Building and Maintaining Stable Sand Beach and Shoreline Profiles and for Controlling Beach or Riparian Erosion

Номер: US20150078825A1
Автор: Messina Mario L.
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A method of building up and maintaining beach sediment, building and changing beach profiles, and controlling beach erosion that uses a series of varying diameter plastic pipes joined to obtain various lengths, laid parallel and on top of each other and situated perpendicular or at various angles to the shoreline. The pipes act to slow bottom currents and promote sand accretion in and around the pipes thereby stabilizing shoreline profiles and controlling beach erosion. The pipes are held together by cables or in a “cradle” to help stabilize the pipes on the sea bottom. Certain pipes have pre-drilled holes of various diameters through their sidewalls to allow in-flow of sand-carrying water such that the pipes become filled with sand acting to stabilize the pipes. Pipe diameter sizes are selected as necessary to accomplish most efficient sediment accumulation around the pipe structures. 1. A beach building method for underwater installation along the near-shore profile of a body of water having a multiplicity of connected members comprising:a series of synthetic tubular members interconnected to lie parallel or on top of each other on the seafloor of the body of water and perpendicular to the shore line,the tubular members having holes of various sizes drilled in the sidewalls adapted to receive self-filling sand accumulation into the interior,the tubular members having connection means to hold the pipes together end-to-end or in parallel groups to help stabilize the pipes on the sea bottom,the tubular members being of varying diameters to accommodate efficient arrangement to achieve sand accumulation adjacent to the members,the tubular members having a lifting system incorporated in their design said lifting system being selected from the group comprising hooks, ropes, turnbuckles, straps or woven wires of sufficient strength to support said tubular members in lifting tension.2. The beach building method as defined in wherein said tubular members are connected end- ...

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Номер записи: 60
05-03-2020 дата публикации

Structure Supported Containment Dike

Номер: US20200071896A1
Автор: Vickers Paul
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Flexible containment tubes form sections of a dike for fluid containment. Structural supports are inserted into the flexible contain tubes and the tube sealed to form structure supported dike sections. For example, a supporting structure may be configured with a given length and cross sectional diameter to provide structural support to a vinyl-coated polyester tube with a 12-36 inch diameter. The structure is sealed within the tube and, in turn, the tube may be filled with a fluid such as water to create structure supported containment dike. The length of the supporting structure may be selected based on the width of an entryway to create structure supported dike section of a give length that provide a seal across the entryways against floodwaters. 1. An apparatus for mitigating flood damage , the apparatus comprising:a first flexible containment tube configured to be filled with a first filling fluid;a first supporting structure disposed within an interior of the first flexible containment tube;a second flexible containment tube configured to be filled with a second filling fluid;a second supporting structure disposed within an interior of the second flexible containment tube; anda water-tight sleeve that spans at least a first end of the first flexible containment tube and a first end of the second flexible containment tube.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first supporting structure has a first length and a first cross-sectional perimeter and the first flexible containment tube has a first circumference greater than or equal to the first cross-sectional length and a first tube length greater than the first length of the first supporting structure.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first flexible containment tube contains an opening large enough to receive the first supporting structure.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the first tube length of the first flexible containment tube exceeds the first length of the first supporting structure by a ...

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Номер записи: 61
18-03-2021 дата публикации

IMPROVEMENTS IN FLOOD BARRIERS

Номер: US20210079615A1
Автор: GALLAGHER Justin, Lennox Matthew, MARKOPOULOS Andrew
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A flood mitigation barrier; the barrier comprising a line of central structures wrapped in a flexible heat shrinkable polymer material. 1. A flood mitigation barrier; the barrier comprising a line of central structures wrapped in a flexible heat shrinkable polymer material and wherein heat is applied to conform the heat shrinkable polymer material to the line of central structures.2. The barrier of wherein the line of central structures comprises an elongate assembly of stacked sandbags.3. The barrier of wherein the line of central structures comprises a line of road barriers placed end to end.4. The barrier of wherein the line of central structures comprises sections of metal frames of triangular cross section placed end to end.5. The barrier of claim 1 , wherein a layer or dry cement or dry cement/sand mix is laid along an intended path of the flood mitigation barrier.6. The barrier of claim 1 , wherein sections of sheets of the flexible heat shrinkable polymer material are positioned with overlaps between adjacent sections of sheet along the intended path of the flood mitigation barrier; the sections of sheets positioned over the layer of dry cement or dry cement/sand mix; edges of the overlaps heat welded together to form a continuous strip along the intended path.7. The barrier of wherein the central structures are positioned centrally along the continuous strip of the flexible heat shrinkable polymer material.8. The barrier of wherein opposing outer edges of the continuous strip of the flexible heat shrinkable polymer material are drawn up and over the central structures; overlapping edges of the outer edges heat welded together to enwrap the central structures.9. (canceled)10. The barrier of wherein moisture applied to the layer of dry cement or dry cement/sand mix forms a seal below the flood mitigation barrier.11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. A method of forming a flood mitigation barrier; the method including the steps of:preparing an intended path of the ...

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Номер записи: 62
14-03-2019 дата публикации

BENTHIC BARRIER MAT AND METHOD

Номер: US20190075779A1
Автор: Fast Douglas
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A benthic barrier in which a polygonal shaped mat haying straight sides is mounted on a similarly polygonal frame, but in which the frame sides bow out slightly between corners, causing the mat to stretch slightly and become taut. The frame comprises a plurality of straight leg members and a number of corner members as required by said polygonal shape. The corner members encompass interior angles which are from about 1 to about 5 degrees greater than the interior angle of the polygon defined by the straight sides of the mat. The frame member legs are rigid, but slightly flexible such that when assembled into the mat as an assembled frame, the straight legs are forced to bow out slightly between the corners, pulling the mat taut. 1. A benthic barrier comprising:a polygonal shaped mat having straight sides and corners between said sides;a frame having the same polygonal shape as said mat, including corresponding sides and corners between said sides, but in which said frame sides bow out between said frame corners, said sides of said mat being secured to said sides of said frame, whereby said outward bow of said frame sides cause said mat to stretch and become taut.2. The benthic barrier of in which said frame comprises a plurality of straight leg members claim 1 , and a number of corner members corresponding to the corners of the polygonal shape of said mat;said corner members encompassing interior angles which are from about 1 to about 5 degrees greater than the interior angle of the polygon defined by said straight sides of said mat; said frame member straight legs being rigid, but sufficiently flexible such that when assembled into said mat as an assembled frame, said straight legs are forced to bow out between said corners, pulling said mat taut.3. The benthic barrier of in which said mat comprises pockets along each side into which said straight leg frame members are inserted as they are assembled into said mat.4. The benthic barrier of in which said corner ...

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Номер записи: 63
24-03-2016 дата публикации

DEPLOYABLE FLEXIBLE FLOOD MITIGATION WALL

Номер: US20160083918A1
Автор: Cadogan David Phillip, Hinkle Jonathan Michael, JR. Carl Frank, Knoll, Sandy Charles Ralph
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A novel design and construction method for the creation of a deployable flexible flood mitigation wall manufactured from textile and membrane materials. The flexible flood mitigation wall system comprises a textile/membrane wall and support posts configured to be movable between a stowed position and a deployed position and wherein, in the deployed position, the wall forms a leak-free barrier against flood water or other fluids. A series of posts that are manually deployed is used to support the fabric wall when hydrostatically challenged, and transfer loads to the ground. The wall is stored at the point of use in a surface box or trench box and keeps the loading from the flood water off the building, structure or equipment being protected. The flexible flood mitigation wall can be configured for use in many applications including entire buildings, building entrances, transit system passages such as ventilation shafts or elevator shafts, windows, stairwells, and other openings that can be threatened by flooding. It can be continuous such that it surrounds structures such as buildings and power substations, homes, or segmented, such that it can be used to seal openings of all kinds including human or vehicle doorways. It can be tailored to fit any opening and water height. 1. A deployable flexible fluid retention wall system comprising:a membrane flexible wall; the flexible wall comprising at least a lower end thereof;a series of rigid posts that support the flexible wall;a trench;a cover for the trench;the trench further comprising a mounting plate; and additionally comprising a mounting structure that receives a lower end of the posts and which mounting structure is protected from exposure to the environment by the cover for the trench; and,wherein the flexible wall is, attached to the posts and the lower end of the flexible wall being sealed by the mounting plate within the trench to prevent the passage of fluid beyond the flexible wall.2. The deployable flexible ...

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Номер записи: 64
24-03-2016 дата публикации

SHORELINE STABILIZATION, RESTORATION, AND RUNOFF FILTRATION

Номер: US20160083919A1
Автор: SCHAAF DANIEL SHANE
Принадлежит: SHORESOX SYSTEMS, LLC

A system for stabilization of a shoreline comprising a sheet having an unfolded state and a folded state, the sheet comprising a first edge and a second opposing edge connected by a first end and a second end, the sheet comprising a first layer formed from a first degradable fabric and a second layer formed from a second degradable fabric, the sheet further comprising channels formed at each of the first edge and the second edge, the channels formed from one or more of the first and the second fabric, each of the channels comprising an anchor rope threaded therethrough, each of the channels comprising a plurality of openings, the anchor rope extends through the plurality of openings for securement to a shoreline surface by the anchor rope, and methods of using the same. 1. A system for stabilization of a shoreline , the system comprising:a sheet having an unfolded state and a folded state, the sheet comprising a first edge and a second opposing edge connected by a first end and a second end, the sheet comprising a first layer formed from a first degradable fabric and a second layer formed from a second degradable fabric, the sheet further comprising channels formed at each of the first edge and the second edge, the channels formed from one or more of the first and the second fabric, each of the channels comprising an anchor rope threaded therethrough, each of the channels comprising a plurality of openings, the anchor rope extends through the plurality of openings for securement to a shoreline surface by the anchor rope.2. The system of wherein when the sheet is in a folded state claim 1 , the first edge and the second opposing edge can be secured to a plurality of stakes by the anchor rope extending through the plurality of openings claim 1 , the plurality of openings in each of the channels are uniformly space about a length of the sheet claim 1 , wherein an opening of the plurality of openings in each of the channels of the first edge and second edge are aligned ...

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Номер записи: 65
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Containment Dike

Номер: US20170081818A1
Автор: Vickers Paul
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Flexible containment tubes form sections of a dike for fluid containment. For example, multiple vinyl-coated polyester tubes with a 19-inch diameter may be filled with water and stacked on top of each other to create a temporary diversion dike. Multiple sections of dike may be abutted together to form longer sections of dike. A vapor barrier or plastic membrane may wrap over dike sections and/or weaved through the flexible containment tubes as they are placed prior to filling. Configurations of the vapor barrier and associated anchoring mechanisms improve the utility of dike sections by reducing hydrostatic pressure of contained fluid on the dike, harnessing the weight of fluid columns, and mitigating seepage through the dike sections. 1a plurality of containment tubes stacked on a ground surface in a pyramid formation, each flexible containment tube comprising a flexible body and configured to receive a filling fluid; the first portion of the vapor barrier extending from a front base of the pyramid formation into the containment area along the ground surface, and', 'the second portion of the vapor barrier extending down a front face of the pyramid formation to the ground surface at the front base of the pyramid formation, the front face of the pyramid formation forming a portion of the containment area., 'a vapor barrier comprising a first portion and a second portion,'}. An apparatus for containing a fluid within a containment area, the apparatus comprising: This application is a continuation application of U.S. Utility application Ser. No. 15/141,267, filed on Apr. 28, 2016, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/155,269, filed on Apr. 30, 2015, both of which are incorporated by reference herein in their entirety. In addition, this application is related to U.S. Pat. No. 6,641,329, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.1. Field of the DisclosureThe present disclosure relates to flexible containment tubes for dikes and ...

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Номер записи: 66
23-03-2017 дата публикации

Revetment System

Номер: US20170081819A1
Автор: Nadeau James A.
Принадлежит: Shoretec, LLC

A revetment system includes multiple layers to reinforce a surface exposed to possible high water flow. The revetment system includes both a cellular confinement layer and an articulated block layer. The cellular confinement layer is adapted to be placed on the ground surface to be protected. The block layer is mounted on top of that cellular confinement layer. Optional geosynthetic layers may be mounted under the cellular confinement layer and between the cellular confinement layer and block layers. 1. A multi-layer revetment system comprising:a cellular confinement layer adapted to be placed on a ground surface, the cellular confinement system comprising a matrix of rigid wall cells that are open across the height of the cells, andan articulated block layer adapted to be mounted on top of the cellular confinement layer on the opposite side of the cellular confinement layer than the ground surface, whereby the combined layers protect the underlying ground from erosion.2. The multi-layer revetment system described in claim 1 , further comprising a geosynthetic layer that is positioned on the ground surface and under the cellular confinement layer.3. The multi-layer revetment system described in claim 2 , wherein the geosynthetic layer is an impermeable layer.4. The multi-layer revetment system described in claim 2 , wherein the geosynthetic layer is a permeable layer.5. The multi-layer revetment system described in claim 2 , further comprising a second geosynthetic layer positioned between the cellular confinement layer and the articulated block layer.6. The multi-layer revetment system described in claim 1 , wherein the open cells in the cellular confinement layer are filled with sand.7. The multi-layer revetment system described in claim 1 , wherein the open cells in the cellular confinement layer are filled with aggregate.8. The multi-layer revetment system described in claim 5 , wherein the second geosynthetic layer is a permeable layer.9. The multi-layer ...

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Номер записи: 67
12-03-2020 дата публикации

Erosion Control System

Номер: US20200080272A1
Автор: Hawkinson Robert Neal Alfred
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An erosion control system of interconnected bags with water permeable fill material. The top panel of each bag is a geotextile mesh material so that water can pass into the bag and into the water permeable fill material. The bottom panel of each bag is a geotextile mesh that is non-degradable and slightly water permeable. The bags are connected in the end to form a trough through the permeable fill material. 1. An erosion control system comprising a series of interconnected bags , each bag comprising: i. a water permeable top panel;', 'ii. a bottom panel attached to the top panel along the length of the trough-shaped body;', 'iii. an open upstream end; and', 'iv. an open downstream end with a flap extending downstream from the bottom panel and beyond the downstream end of the trough-shaped body;', 'wherein an upstream bag is connected to a downstream bag by inserting the downstream end of the upstream bag, including the flap, into the open upstream end of the downstream bag., 'a. a transversely enclosed trough-shaped body with a length, the trough-shaped body including2. The erosion control system of wherein the upstream end has an interior top connector strip and an upstream bottom connector strip and the downstream end has a foldable top connector strip and a downstream bottom connector strip claim 1 , and wherein when the downstream end of the upstream bag is inserted into the upstream end of the downstream bag claim 1 , the interior top connector strip of the downstream bag connects to the foldable top connector strip of the upstream connector bag when the foldable top connector strip is in its unfolded position.3. The erosion control system of claim 2 , wherein the downstream end of the downstream bag is releasably sealed by connecting the foldable top connector strip claim 2 , in its folded position claim 2 , to the downstream bottom connector strip.4. The erosion control system of claim 1 , wherein the upstream end of the upstream bag is permanently sealed.5. ...

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Номер записи: 68
25-03-2021 дата публикации

Water Flow Diversion Apparatus

Номер: US20210087766A1
Автор: Cassidy Patrick, Hostrander Michael
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A water flow diversion apparatus is provided. The water flow diversion apparatus includes a planar base. The planar base is installable upon or below a ground surface. A barrier extends upward from the planar base. The barrier is designed to redirect the flow of water when the water contacts the barrier. The barrier also includes a pair of support braces. The support braces are secured between the planar base and the barrier so that they provide additional support to the barrier to withstand the impact of water flow. 1) A water flow diversion apparatus , comprising:a planar base;a barrier extending perpendicularly upward from the planar base;the barrier comprising a pair of support braces on each side of the planar base;the support braces secured to the planar base and to the barrier.2) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pair of support braces are of a greater thickness than the barrier.3) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the pair of support braces are of a lesser length than the length of the barrier and the length of the planar base.4) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein barrier is of an identical length as the planar base.5) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are a single claim 1 , unitary structure.6) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are separable from each other.7) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are composed of different materials.8) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier and the planar base are made of rubber.9) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the barrier is tapered from a proximate point above the base to a top edge thereof.10) The water flow diversion apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of apertures is disposed through the planar base.11) The water flow diversion ...

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Номер записи: 69
31-03-2016 дата публикации

BLOCK, FLOOD PROTECTION BARRIER AND A METHOD FOR PRODUCING A BARRIER OF THIS TYPE

Номер: US20160090705A1
Автор: SCHERKL Helmut
Принадлежит: RESCO Consulting GmbH

The invention relates to a stone, in particular a dam stone for a flood dam. In order to be able to build a stable flood dam in an easy way, according to the invention a cover surface is provided with at least two ribs and an opposing base surface is provided with at least two grooves corresponding to the ribs so as to create an indirect connection between two stones by means of a third stone that can be detached by applying a tensile force perpendicular to the base surface. The invention further relates to the use of such a stone. In addition, the invention relates to a method for manufacturing a mass retention structure, in particular a flood dam. 1. A stone , in particular a dam stone for a flood dam , wherein a cover surface is provided with at least two ribs and an opposing base surface is provided with at least two grooves corresponding to the ribs so as to create an indirect connection between two stones by means of a third stone that can be detached by applying a tensile force perpendicular to the base surface.2. The stone according to claim 1 , wherein the ribs situated on the cover surface and/or the grooves provided on the base surface essentially exhibit a rectangular cross section.3. The stone according to claim 1 , wherein a first lateral surface is provided with at least two ribs claim 1 , and a second lateral surface lying opposite the first lateral surface is provided with grooves corresponding to these ribs.4. The stone according to claim 1 , wherein the stone is essentially square shaped claim 1 , wherein a corner joint is created by providing ribs on at least two sides and corresponding grooves on at least two other sides.5. The stone according to one claim 1 , wherein the ribs and grooves are designed at least in part for a bond exposable to a tensile force claim 1 , in particular for a dovetailed joint.6. The stone according to claim 1 , wherein at least one rig is shorter than a groove corresponding to the rib and lying on an opposing lateral ...

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Номер записи: 70
31-03-2016 дата публикации

Fluid Diversion Assembly

Номер: US20160090706A1
Автор: Johnson, JR. Daniel
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A fluid diversion assembly for diverting the fluid in a selected direction includes a rail structured to have an upright portion extending upwardly from a horizontal portion. The rail may be positioned on a support surface such that the horizontal portion of the rail abuts the support surface. The horizontal portion of the rail is sloped such that the horizontal portion may divert a fluid in a selected direction. A plurality of fasteners is extended through the horizontal portion of the rail and engages the support surface such that the rail is retained on the support surface. 1. A fluid diversion assembly comprising:a rail structured to have an upright portion extending upwardly from a horizontal portion, said rail being configured to be positioned on a support surface such that said horizontal portion of said rail abuts the support surface, a top side of and outer wall of said rail being sloped away from said upright portion such that said top side of said outer wall of said rail is configured to divert a fluid in a selected direction; anda plurality of fasteners being extended through said horizontal portion of said rail and engaging the support surface such that said rail is retained on the support surface; andsaid outer wall extending between each of a first end and a second end of said rail, said first and second ends of said rail being closed, said a top side extending upwardly from a bottom side of said rail, said top side of said outer wall of said rail being spaced upwardly from said bottom side of said outer wall of said rail such that said upright portion and said horizontal portion of said rail are substantially hollow.2. (canceled)3. The assembly according to claim 2 , further comprising said top side of said outer wall of said rail having a pair of curves each being evenly spaced apart from a center of said rail claim 2 , said pair of curves each extending between said first and second ends of said rail such that said pair of curves defines said ...

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Номер записи: 71
29-03-2018 дата публикации

Stabilized damping element, as well as water barrier having such damping elements

Номер: US20180087230A1
Автор: Hans Hill
Принадлежит: HILL INNOVATIONS BV

A damping element ( 6 ) comprises, adjoining one another in the longitudinal direction ( 7 ), a head part ( 3 ), neck part ( 4 ) and foot part ( 5 ) of concrete. The cross section of the neck part transversely to the longitudinal direction ( 7 ) is smaller than the cross section of the head part transversely to the longitudinal direction and is smaller than the cross section of the foot part transversely to the longitudinal direction, such that a system of channels ( 8 ) is formed. The foot part ( 5 ) has, over at least a portion of the periphery ( 18 ) thereof, a recess ( 15 ) directed transversely to the longitudinal direction. Together with the grit particles ( 16 ) accommodated therein, these grooves ( 15 ) provide a stabilizing effect.

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Номер записи: 72
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Fillable barrier bag

Номер: US20190085521A1
Автор: Beau G. ADAMS
Принадлежит: Individual

Apparatus and methods relating to a barrier bag are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the barrier bag is configured for installation in a doorway and includes a receiving cell for receiving a second barrier bag. The barrier bag may include removable attachment portions for attaching it to one or more additional barrier bags.

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Номер записи: 73
21-03-2019 дата публикации

Method and device for the laying down of a geomembrane

Номер: US20190085522A1
Автор: SCUERO Alberto Maria
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A method and a device for laying down and sealingly anchoring a waterproofing liner of a synthetic material, on a surface of a hydraulic work. The liner is fastened by a plurality of tensioning and anchoring assemblies, each including a lower and upper metal section bars configured with a raised part having side flat surfaces for sealingly clamping the liner, wherein the lower section bar has more anchoring holes at a plurality of axially spaced apart anchoring zones; the surface of the hydraulic work is previously marked by reference marks underlining the presence of possible obstacles such as reinforcement rods near the anchoring holes of the anchoring zones of the lower section bar; therefore the lower section bar is positioned by aligning the anchoring holes to the reference marks, anchoring the section bar to the hydraulic work by anchoring devices) at least one hole of the anchoring zones wherein there is no obstacle to the insertion of the anchoring devices in the hydraulic work. The waterproofing liner is laid down on the surface of the hydraulic work, and is sealingly anchored it between the lower section bars and the upper section bars of the tensioning assemblies. 1. A method for laying down and tensioning a waterproofing liner on a surface of a hydraulic work , such as , for example , a canal , a dam , a water basin , or a hydraulic tunnel , wherein the waterproofing liner is fastened , tensioned and made to sealingly adhere to the surface of the hydraulic work by sealingly clamping the waterproofing liner by a plurality of locking assemblies , wherein each locking assembly includes a lower metal section bar anchored to the surface of the hydraulic work , and an upper metal section bar that conforms to the lower section bar; and wherein the waterproofing liner is sealingly clamped between the lower section bar and the upper section bar; wherein said method includes the steps ofa) configuring each lower section bar, or an additional elongated anchoring ...

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Номер записи: 74
21-03-2019 дата публикации

SIMPLE METHOD FOR DETERMINING BREAKTHROUGH TIME OF ANTI-SEEPAGE LINERS IN LANDFILL

Номер: US20190085525A1
Автор: FAN Xihui, Shu Shi, Wang Shengwei, XU Haoqing, Zhu Wei
Принадлежит: HOHAI UNIVERSITY

A method for determining breakthrough time of anti-seepage liners in a landfill, includes (a) detecting a leachate sample of the landfill to determine the initial concentration Cof pollutants, and monitoring the leachate head h of the landfill; (b) determining the pollution-causing concentration Cof the pollutants according to functional orientation of local groundwater of the landfill; (c) determining, related parameters of the anti-seepage liners including the thickness z of the anti-seepage liners, the permeability coefficient k of the liners, and the porosity n of the material of the liners, and determining the related parameters of pollutant migration including the effective diffusion coefficient D* and the mechanical dispersion coefficient Dof the pollutants in the anti-seepage liners, and the adsorption retardation factor Rof the anti-seepage liners on the pollutants; and (d) calculating the breakthrough time t of the anti-seepage liners according to a formula, 2Standard examination methods for drinking water. The method for determining breakthrough time of anti-seepage liners in a landfill according to claim 1 , wherein in the step (a) claim 1 , the initial concentration Cof the typical pollutants is detected according to the Chinese National Standard GB 5750-2006:3Technical code for geotechnical engineering of municipal solid waste sanitary landfill.. The method for determining breakthrough time of anti-seepage liners in a landfill according to claim 1 , wherein in the step (a) claim 1 , the leachate head h of the landfill is monitored according to the Chinese Industry Standard CJJ 176-2012:4Quality standard for ground waterEnvironmental quality standards for surface water.. The method for determining breakthrough time of anti-seepage liners in a landfill according to claim 1 , wherein in the step (b) claim 1 , the harm-causing or pollution-causing concentration Cof the pollutants is the limiting concentration of the pollutants in different quality ...

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Номер записи: 75
09-04-2015 дата публикации

Wave Energy Reduction System

Номер: US20150098762A1
Автор: III Philip Olous, Melby
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A method and apparatus for creating moderately quiescent water in which emergent salt marsh wetlands grasses can endure and eventually establish without the need for eliminating the energy of occurring waves. 1. A wave energy reduction system devoid of a flocculant comprising:(a) one or more wave energy reduction rolls, each roll comprising a geotextile mat rolled into a roughly cylindrical shape and placed in or at the edge of water near a shoreline;(b) a multiplicity of cable ties, with the cable ties wrapped and tied around the roll at periodic intervals along its length in order to maintain its cylindrical shape;(c) a fastening means comprised of a multiplicity of anchors spaced evenly along the length of the roll, with each anchor made of a hard material, attached to the substrate of the shore, and also comprising an eyelet allowing it to be further secured to another object with a rope, cable, or other means; and(d) a number of pieces of water-resistant rope equal to the number of anchors used, each piece of rope being wrapped around the roll, inserted through the eyelets of the anchors, and securely tied at the top of the roll.2. The wave energy reduction system of claim 1 , wherein the anchors comprise steel.3. The wave energy reduction system of claim 1 , wherein multiple wave energy reduction rolls are placed end-to-end in or at the edge of water near a shoreline.4. The wave energy reduction system of claim 1 , further comprising a multiplicity of pieces of water-resistant flexible tubing of sufficient diameter to allow a rope or a second piece of water-resistant flexible tubing to be threaded through.5. The wave energy reduction system of claim 4 , wherein each rope is threaded through a piece of flexible tubing to form a rope-and-tubing combination.6. The wave energy reduction system of claim 5 , wherein the rope-and-tubing combination is threaded through a second piece of flexible tubing to form another rope-and-tubing combination.7. The wave energy ...

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Номер записи: 76
28-03-2019 дата публикации

ANTI-EROSION SYSTEM MADE OF GEOSYNTHETIC MATERIAL

Номер: US20190093297A1
Автор: OLIVEIRA José Carlos, RÔLA Filipe
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The present invention relates to an anti-erosion system made of geo-synthetic material, preferably of polysteel raw material (polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) mixture) instead of only polypropylene or polyester or nylon, resulting in a compromise between the mechanical properties of polypropylene, the chemical properties of polyethylene, and the good resistance to the environmental agents achieved through the incorporation of molecular chain stabilizers. The fraction of PP should range from 50% to 90% and the fraction of PE from 10% to 50%. 1. Anti-erosion system made of geo-synthetic material characterized in that it consists of:a) yarn weft manufactured of a polypropylene and polyethylene mixture in a fraction of 50% to 90% of polypropylene and in a fraction of 10% to 50% of polyethylene, which is the braiding of filaments, individually placed in braids around a core of filaments manufactured from a mixture of polypropylene and polyethylene in the same fraction;b) top and edge sewn with a polyethylene braided thread of ultrahigh molecular weight.2. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that the yarn is the interleaving of 1680 Denier filaments individually placed in sixteen braids around a core of 5 filaments of 1680 Denier claim 1 , and in a construction of 3.01 points per centimeter.3. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that it is cylindrical claim 1 , or tubular claim 1 , or alveolar.4. System according to claim 3 , characterized in that it is partially filled with sand.5. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that the weft forms a single circular element without seams.6. System according to claim 1 , characterized in that it has rigid blocks inside claim 1 , hollow or not. The present invention is an anti-erosion system made of geo-synthetic material, the purpose of which is to provide a smooth and sustainable anti-erosion protection process adapted to severe hydrodynamic conditions.Erosion phenomena, especially in coastal ...

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Номер записи: 77
06-04-2017 дата публикации

FLUID DIRECTIONAL APPARATUS

Номер: US20170096789A1
Автор: BUTLER KENT
Принадлежит: GRAVITY WELLS TECHNOLOGY, INC.

The present invention features a flood damage prevention apparatus having a modular equilateral triangular prism enclosure with an interlocking system used to interlock and position additional modules of the apparatus during flood damage prevention deployment. The interlock system enables additional modules of the flood damage prevention apparatus to be locked in position. Each module may be protected from flood debris damage by way of a protective covering over each enclosure. The apparatus may be filled with fluid via a seal tight opening located on the surface of the enclosure which in turn may be closed using a seal tight apparatus. 1. A fluid directional apparatus , comprising:a modular equilateral triangular prism enclosure, wherein the enclosure comprises of three impervious and seal-tight sub-enclosures, wherein a first and a second of the three sub-enclosures are capable of being filled with fluid;at least a seal tight opening located on the surface of each of the sub-enclosures adapted to being filled with fluid, wherein each of the seal tight opening is configured for filling and emptying each of the sub-enclosure;at least a seal tight apparatus for closing each of the seal tight opening;an interlocking system on the exterior of the modular equilateral triangular prism enclosure, wherein the interlocking system enables the modular equilateral triangular prism to be connected and locked in position with additional modules of the equilateral triangular prism enclosures;a turbine located within a third of the three sub-enclosures, wherein the third sub-enclosure has an inlet on an impact face of the enclosure leading fluid to the turbine; anda channel linked to the turbine and within the enclosure, wherein the channel channels the fluid inflow away from the enclosure.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a protective covering over the enclosure wherein the covering protects the enclosure from damage;3. The apparatus of further comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 78
16-04-2015 дата публикации

FORMED IN PLACE FILLED STRUCTURE WITH SYNTHETIC TURF

Номер: US20150104257A1
Автор: AYERS Michael, COOLEY Bradford
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A revetment panel construction including a geotextile fabric positioned atop the ground, a synthetic turf positioned atop the geotextile fabric and affixed thereto to form an elongate bladder, and a filling placed within the elongate bladder. Optionally, the revetment panel construction includes a geotextile fabric positioned atop the ground, an elongate filled bladder positioned atop the geotextile fabric, and a synthetic turf positioned atop the filled bladder. 1. A revetment panel construction for placement atop the ground , comprising:a geotextile fabric to be positioned atop the ground;a synthetic turf positioned atop the geotextile fabric and affixed thereto in a manner to create a fillable bladder with a geotextile bottom panel and a synthetic turf top panel; andwherein the fillable bladder is fillable with a ballast filling to be placed within the bladder.2. The revetment panel of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic turf is affixed to the geotextile fabric by one or more of heat bonding claim 1 , adhesive bonding claim 1 , stitches claim 1 , or mechanical fasteners.3. The revetment panel of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic turf comprises a plurality of polymer blade-like elements tufted into a synthetic backing.4. The revetment panel of claim 1 , wherein the fillable bladder is filled with sand or other loose material.5. The revetment panel of claim 1 , wherein the fillable bladder is filled with cementitious material.6. The revetment panel of claim 1 , wherein the revetment panel comprises a port for receiving a ballast filling therethrough.7. The revetment panel of claim 1 , wherein the bladder is elongate and generally tube-like.8. The revetment panel of claim 7 , wherein the revetment panel comprises two or more of the elongate claim 7 , generally tube-like filled bladders generally abutting one another.9. The revetment panel of claim 1 , wherein the bladder is effectively divided so as to form pillow-shaped structures in volumetric communication with one ...

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Номер записи: 79
14-04-2016 дата публикации

HYDRAULIC STRUCTURE FAIRING WITH VORTEX GENERATOR

Номер: US20160102441A1
Автор: BYUN Gwibo, SIMPSON Roger Lyndon
Принадлежит: Applied University Research, Inc.

Discussed are several practical cost-effective refinements, extensions, additions, and improvements to the manufactured three-dimensional convex-concave fairing with attached vortex generators that was disclosed by Simpson et al. (U.S. Pat. No. 8,348,553). Extensions are disclosed for bridge piers and abutments at larger angles of attack of up to 45°, for piers and abutments downstream of a bend in a river where there is large-scale swirling approach flow, and for piers in close proximity to an adjacent pier of abutment. 1. A convex-concave fairing for a hydraulic structure comprising:a piece-wise continuous streamlined fairing surface installed around a perimeter of the hydraulic structure and extending from near the height above a river on the hydraulic structure to a bed of said river surrounding the hydraulic structure, said piece-wise continuous fairing completely enveloping the hydraulic structure and providing a piece-wise continuous faired shape in a direction of flow of the river, wherein the piece-wise continuous streamlined fairing surface comprises a plurality of continuous surfaces that are assembled together to form the piece-wise continuous streamlined fairing surface, and wherein the discontinuity in the piece-wise continuous streamlined fairing surface occurs at the intersection of the plurality of the continuous surfaces;at least one vortex generator attached to the piece-wise continuous fairing surface along a longitudinal distance of a stern to stern dimension of said piece-wise continuous fairing surface, and being proximal to the bed of the river in a flow region void of adverse pressure gradients that would persist downstream of said vortex generator for at least one length of said generator, so as to energize a portion of near wall flow with higher-momentum outer layer flow to produce a steady, compact separation and wake and prevent formation of scouring vortices within river flow.2. A fairing as in claim 1 , wherein; said hydraulic ...

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Номер записи: 80
26-03-2020 дата публикации

Flood Control System

Номер: US20200095742A1
Автор: Gagliano Daniel Swift, SHERIDAN Joseph
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A flood control system is provided that allows an unobstructed view of the surrounding area when not in use. The flood control system comprises a base and at least one foundation coupled to the base. The base is positioned below a grade to protect an area from the encroachment of fluid or semi-solids. An expandable barrier is removably coupled to a channel in the base. The expandable barrier is inflated with a source of pressurized fluid to form a barrier to prevent the encroachment of fluid or semi-solids to the protected area. 1. A flood control system , comprising:a base comprising a channel, wherein the channel is an upside down T-channel shape;at least one foundation;an expandable barrier comprising a port;wherein the at least one foundation is coupled to the base;wherein the expandable barrier is removeably coupled to the channel; andwherein the expandable barrier is secured to the channel in an expanded state.2. The flood control system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one foundation is a metal helical pile.3. (canceled)4. A flood control system of claim 1 , comprising:a base comprising a channel;at least one foundation;an expandable barrier comprising a port;wherein the expandable barrier is constructed from a ship recovery balloon fabric;wherein the at least one foundation is coupled to the base;wherein the expandable barrier is removeably coupled to the channel; andwherein the expandable barrier is secured to the channel in an expanded state.5. The flood control system of claim 1 , wherein the port is configured to attach to a source of pressurized fluid.6. The flood control system of claim 5 , wherein the source of pressurized fluid is air.7. The flood control system of claim 4 , wherein the ship recovery balloon fabric comprises synthetic tire-cord layers.8. The flood control system of claim 4 , wherein the ship recovery balloon fabric comprises PVC coated fabric.9. The flood control system of wherein the expandable barrier is secured to the upside down ...

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Номер записи: 81
13-04-2017 дата публикации

PORTABLE WATER INFLATABLE BARRIER WITH WATER INFLATABLE BASE

Номер: US20170101758A1
Автор: Abeles Gary E.
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A portable, water-filled barrier system includes a barrier internally divided into cells that emulates a section of a sandbag dike or wall. Automatic valves can seal openings between the filled cells, so that a punctured cell will not cause cells below and behind to deflate. In embodiments the barrier can be initially filled with air, positioned, and then filled with water while the air escapes through a pressure valve. The system further includes a base with water inflatable front and back panels. The side panels and bottom panel of the base can be water inflatable or flat. The base can be used to increase friction with the ground, protect against stones, and/or to support a leveling wedge or leveling material such as sand or spray foam when located on a sloped surface. A plurality of adjacent bases and barriers can provide an extended barrier system. 1. A water inflatable barrier system comprising: flexible walls configured to contain water within an interior of the barrier, said barrier having a front, a rear, a length parallel to the front, a width perpendicular to the front, and a substantially uniform cross-section along its length, the cross section being wider at a bottom of the barrier than at a top of the barrier;', 'a plurality of substantially horizontal and substantially vertical partition walls dividing said interior of said barrier into a plurality of adjacent, water-tight cells shaped as rectangular parallelepipeds, front and rear partition walls of each cell being substantially parallel to the front of the barrier shell, said cells being arranged in a plurality of vertically stacked layers that are offset from each other such that none of the front and rear partition walls aligns with a front or rear partition wall in a vertically adjacent layer;', 'a water inlet in liquid communication with the barrier; and', 'a plurality of passages between the cells of the barrier that are configured to allow filling of all of the cells of the barrier with water ...

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Номер записи: 82
23-04-2015 дата публикации

Water Containment Apparatus and Method, and Associated Fastener

Номер: US20150110558A1
Автор: McKenzie Scott
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A unique water containment wall or barrier employs a flexible envelope that is extendable in a longitudinal direction from a collapsed condition for storage and transport into an expanded position for use. Support ribs disposed at spaced apart positions along the longitudinal direction provide support and shape retention to the envelope, the interior of which is fillable with water to weigh down the envelope down against oncoming or expanding waters. A unique fastening mechanism attaches a pair of wail or barrier sections together by using an inflatable member to force apart a pair of profiled ribs on the two sections into engagement with matching-profile walls of a channel member that bridges together the two sections over the ribs. A bumper mechanism rises and falls with water levels to protect the wail or barrier against impact by floating debris. 1. A water containment apparatus comprising a flexible envelope enclosing an expandable and collapsible interior space and having an expanded shape defining a front side to be faced toward the body of water , a rear side situated opposite the front panel to face away from the body of water , an underside spanning between lower ends of the front and rear sides to lie atop the ground , a top end joining together the front and rear sides , and a pair of end walls at opposing ends of a longitudinal dimension of the envelope; supports ribs attached to the flexible envelope at spaced apart locations along the longitudinal dimension of the envelope; and a primary filling mechanism through which water is introducible into the interior space to build up an accumulation of water in said interior space to weigh down the envelope against the ground in a stationary position in which the front side of the envelope blocks spread of the body of water.2. The apparatus of wherein the flexible envelope is collapsible into a compact condition the longitudinal dimension by bringing together of the end walls.3. The apparatus of comprising a ...

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Номер записи: 83
10-07-2014 дата публикации

Sandbag and sandbag kits

Номер: US20140193203A1
Автор: Michael Richardson
Принадлежит: TRAILERLOGIC LLC

The present invention is directed to a unique, elongated sandbag for use as the bottom layer(s) in a sandbag barrier wall and a kit containing such an elongated sandbag as well as a sufficient number of other, shorter, sandbags for forming a barrier wall for an opening, such as a doorway.

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Номер записи: 84
28-04-2016 дата публикации

FIXED TYPE STRUCTURE UNIT FOR RESTORING LOST SAND, STRUCTURE AND RESTORING METHOD

Номер: US20160115664A1
Автор: RU Jae Won
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The present invention relates to a fixed type structure unit for restoring lost sand, a structure and a restoring method. The lost sand is restored using the Venturi effect by providing a fixed type cover structure unit underwater to restore lost sand due to erosion. Both end parts in a length direction are open and are provided with an inlet part and an outlet part respectively, an erosion part is provided to be open in a bottom part, the height of the cross section is arranged to become higher towards the inlet part along the length direction, and a hollow part through which water flows is provided integrally inside the fixed type cover structure unit. 1. A fixed type structure unit (U) for restoring lost sand which is installed under water to restore sand lost due to coastal erosion or riverside erosion , the fixed type structure unit (U) comprising:{'b': 10', '20, 'an inlet part () and an outlet part () which are respectively disposed at both open end portions in the length direction; and'}{'b': 30', '10, 'an erosion part () which is formed at a lower part, to be opened and has a cross section which becomes higher toward the inlet part () in the length direction,'}wherein a hollow part (H) is disposed integrally inside the fixed type cover structure unit (U) to restore lost sand using the Venturi effect.24040504040. The fixed type structure unit according to claim 1 , wherein the fixed type cover structure unit (U) comprises a pair of outer wall parts ( claim 1 , ′) disposed in the length direction and a cover part () for covering upper portions of the outer wall parts ( claim 1 , ′).320211011. The fixed type structure unit according to claim 1 , wherein the outlet part () of the fixed type cover structure unit (U) has an outflow induction part () disposed at an end portion thereof to have a predetermined height claim 1 , and the inlet part () of the fixed type cover structure unit (U) has an inflow induction part () formed to be inclined outwardly and ...

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Номер записи: 85
13-05-2021 дата публикации

SANDBAG AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME

Номер: US20210138434A1
Автор: Kanki Toshihiko, YAMAMOTO Tomoe
Принадлежит: Sumitomo Seiko Chemicals Co., Ltd.

Provided is a sandbag which is unlikely to break down even when using water-absorbing resin particles therein. A sandbag having a water-permeable bag and water-absorbing resin particles stored in the bag, wherein the pure-water absorption factor of the water-absorbing resin particles is at least a factor of 1,000, and the compression-breaking stress of the water-absorbing resin particles when swollen with pure water is at least 0.1N. 1. A sandbag comprising:a water-permeable bag; anda water-absorbing resin particle encased in the water-permeable bag, wherein a pure-water absorption factor of the water-absorbing resin particle is 1,000 times or more, and a compression-breaking stress of the water-absorbing resin particle in a state of being swollen with pure water is 0.1 N or more.2. The sandbag according to claim 1 , wherein the water-absorbing resin particle has a structure in which a second polymer is infiltrated into a first polymer particle.3. The sandbag according to claim 1 , wherein:the first polymer particle includes a polymer of a first monomer component including at least one of a monomer A or a salt of the monomer A,the second polymer includes a polymer of a second monomer component including at least one of a monomer B or a salt of the monomer B, andthe monomer A has an acid dissociation index smaller than an acid dissociation index of the monomer B.4. The sandbag according to claim 3 , wherein a difference between the acid dissociation index of the monomer B and the acid dissociation index of the monomer A (ΔpKa) is 1.5 or more.5. The sandbag according to claim 4 , wherein:the monomer A is an unsaturated sulfonic acid-based monomer, andthe monomer B is a water-soluble ethylenically unsaturated monomer.6. The sandbag according to claim 1 , wherein the water-absorbing resin particle has a granular shape claim 1 , a substantially spherical shape claim 1 , or a shape in which substantially spherical particles are aggregated.7. The sandbag according to claim ...

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Номер записи: 86
18-04-2019 дата публикации

LOST SAND COLLECTING APPARATUS FOR PREVENTING COASTAL EROSION

Номер: US20190112770A1
Автор: Lee Gwang Soo
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A lost sand collecting apparatus, according to the present invention, comprises: a filling frame which has a plurality of plates, extends in the lateral direction and forms a plurality of filling spaces; and a collecting means which is provided on the filling frame and is positioned so as to correspond to the filling spaces. The plurality of plates are overlapped so as to be parallel to each other and the plates adjacent with a fixed distance therebetween are partly connected to one another. The collecting means can be formed in a flat structure protruding upward from the filling frame and disposed on the back of the filling spaces with respect to the littoral current toward the sea, and comprises a barrier layer or a web layer. The barrier layer or the web layer is curved toward the littoral current toward the sea. According to the present invention, the collecting means enables inhibition of the flow of the littoral current toward the sea and collection of sand moving with the littoral current flowing from the shore to the sea, thereby regulating coastal erosion. Therefore, coastal beaches can be preserved. 1. A lost sand collecting apparatus comprising:a filling frame which has a structure in which a plurality of plates are disposed in parallel to overlap each other at certain intervals in a longitudinal direction thereof and adjacent plates are partially attached to each other, wherein the filling frame extends in a lateral direction thereof to form a plurality of filling spaces; andcollecting units which are provided on the filling frame and are each disposed to correspond to one of the filling spaces,wherein sands moved by a near shore current flowing from a coast to a sea above the filling frame are collected by the collecting units.2. The lost sand collecting apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the collecting unit is formed in a planar structure form which protrudes in an upward direction from the filling frame and is formed in the rear of the filling space of ...

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Номер записи: 87
18-04-2019 дата публикации

Wall Element And Assembly For Holding Back Water

Номер: US20190112772A1
Автор: Jörg-Michael Steinhardt, Winfried Vogel
Принадлежит: Jörg-Michael Steinhardt

A wall element for holding back water is formed in one piece and has a planar, rectangular main portion having a first side, a second side parallel to the first side, a third side perpendicular to the first side, and a fourth side parallel to the third side. A first planar bearing portion is connected to the main portion over the first side and perpendicular to the main portion. A second planar bearing portion is connected to the main portion over the second side and perpendicular to the main portion. The second bearing portion is opposite the first bearing portion. The wall element has a planar connecting portion connected to the main portion over the third side and inclined to the main portion. The connecting portion has connecting holes in the longitudinal direction, and the main portion has connecting holes along the longitudinal extent of the fourth side.

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Номер записи: 88
07-05-2015 дата публикации

PORTABLE WATER-INFLATABLE BARRIER WITH TRAVERSING LADDER

Номер: US20150125213A1
Автор: Abeles Gary E.
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A portable, water-filled barrier is internally divided into cells and emulates a sandbag dike or wall without requiring sand or intensive labor to install. A rigid ladder spans the barrier to provide structural support and enable traversing of the barrier. The ladder can be attachable to the barrier. The light, flexible barrier material can include nanofiber. Automatic valves can seal openings between the filled cells, so that a punctured cell will not cause cells below and behind to deflate. Cells can project below the base into a stabilizing trench. Cells can include internal or external rods or plates that support the barrier structure. Some embodiments can be initially filled with air, positioned, and then filled with water while the air escapes through a pressure valve. Other embodiments are filled from above, and inflate and deflate without allowing air into the barrier. Barrier end structures can enable interlocking of adjacent units. 1. A water inflatable barrier comprising:a flexible shell configured to contain water in its interior, the shell having a front, a rear, a length, a width, and a substantially uniform cross-section along its length, the cross section being wider at a base of the shell than at a top of the shell;a plurality of water-tight partitions bounded by substantially horizontal and substantially vertical partition walls, each of said vertical partition walls being oriented either substantially parallel to the front of the flexible shell or substantially perpendicular to the front of the flexible shell, said water-tight partitions dividing the interior of the shell into a plurality of adjacent cells having substantially identical dimensions, the cells being shaped approximately as rectangular parallelepipeds arranged in a plurality of horizontal layers that are vertically stacked on top of each other, each of widths and lengths of the cells being at least twice as large as heights of the cells, the cross-section of the flexible shell being ...

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Номер записи: 89
05-05-2016 дата публикации

Method For Limiting Freshet Levels And Controlling Floods

Номер: US20160122960A1
Автор: PICH René
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A process for limiting the level of flooding of a watercourse, notably a wide river, a narrow river and/or one of its tributaries, consisting of injecting into the said watercourse at least one friction-reduction agent. 1. A process for limiting the level of flooding of a watercourse consisting of injecting into the said watercourse at least one friction-reduction agent.2. The process in accordance with claim 1 , characterized by the fact that the watercourse has a flow rate greater than 1.5 meters per second.3. The process in accordance with claim 1 , characterized by the fact that the friction-reduction agent is injected upstream of the site to be protected.4. The process in accordance with claim 1 , characterized by the fact that the friction-reduction agent is a water-soluble polymer.5. The process in accordance with claim 4 , characterized by the fact that the water-soluble polymer is in powder form.6. The process in accordance with claim 4 , characterized by the fact that the water-soluble polymer is dispersed by a centrifugal pump and injected directly into the watercourse.7. The process in accordance with claim 4 , characterized by the fact that the water-soluble polymer is an acrylamide-based polymer or an ethylene polyoxide.8. The process in accordance with claim 4 , characterized by the fact that the quantity of water-soluble polymer injected into the watercourse is between 10 and 1000 ppm.9. The process in accordance with claim 4 , characterized by the fact that the water-soluble polymer is an acrylamide-based polymer obtained by co-polymerization of the acrylamide with at least one of the following monomers: acrylic acid; ATBS (2-acrylamido-2-methylpropanesulfonic acid); diallyl dimethyl ammonium chloride (DADMAC); dialkylaminoethyl acrylate (ADAME); dialkylaminoethyl methacrylate (MADAME); their acidified or quaternized salts; N-vinyl pyrrolidon.10. The process according to claim 4 , characterized by the fact that when the water-soluble polymer is an ...

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Номер записи: 90
04-05-2017 дата публикации

Production and application of fire resistant eroision control mat

Номер: US20170121922A1
Автор: Lipscomb Chad M.
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A fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly. The mat assembly includes an inner layer of fire resistant milled stone mineral wool material with an upper and a lower layer of supportive nets. Each of the upper and lower nets consist of fire resistant milled mineral foraminous nettings to enable passage of light and water therethrough as a ground positioned emplacement of the inner layer. 1. A fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly comprised of:an inner layer of fire resistant milled stone mineral wool material with an upper and a lower layer of supportive nets, wherein each of the upper and lower nets consist of fire resistant milled mineral foraminous nettings to enable passage of light and water therethrough as a ground positioned emplacement of the inner layer.2. The fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the milled stone mineral wool material consists of Basalt rock.3. The fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 2 , wherein the upper layer claim 2 , the lower layer and the inner layer of the assembly is light transmissive.4. The fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 3 , wherein the light transmissive mat assembly has a light projection analyzable open area from 30 to 80 percent.5. The fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 4 , wherein the upper and lower layers consist of a chain link webbing.6. The fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly as recited in claim 3 , wherein the inner layer consists of mineral wool fibers between 1 to 8 inches long and between 0.005 to 0.05 inches in diameter.7. A fire resistant ground erosion control mat assembly comprised of:an inner layer of fire resistant milled stone mineral wool material with an upper and a lower layer of supportive nets, wherein each of the upper and lower nets consist of fire resistant milled mineral foraminous nettings to enable passage of ...

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Номер записи: 91
14-05-2015 дата публикации

SECONDARY CONTAINMENT MAT

Номер: US20150132534A1
Автор: INGALLS JAMES
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Improved secondary containment mats and systems of secondary containment mats may include a top surface and a bottom surface, with a liner material placed between the top and bottom surfaces. Multiple mats may provide a modular structural mat system that may be installed at a drill site, with multiple mats placed adjacent to each other to provide containment of potential spills, a reliable working surface for drilling operations, and relatively fast and less expensive installation. The top surface may include a number of adjacent boards, and the bottom surface may include a number of boards at least some of which include gaps therebetween. The liner may be a 100 mil well pad liner, and may extend beyond the edges of the top and bottom surfaces. The top and bottom surfaces may be interconnected through any of a number of techniques, such as nails or bolts. 1. A modular structural mat , comprising:a top surface comprising a plurality of adjacent boards arranged parallel to one another in a first direction;a bottom surface comprising a plurality of adjacent boards arranged parallel to one another in a second direction that is perpendicular to the first direction; anda liner material placed between the top and bottom surface;wherein the top surface is offset from the bottom surface to create a lap joint along each edge of the mat, the lap joint configured to engage with a corresponding lap joint of an adjacent mat.2. The modular structural mat of claim 1 , wherein each board of the top surface is coupled with a subset of the boards of the bottom surface.3. The modular structural mat of claim 2 , wherein the boards of the top surface are coupled with the subset of the boards of the bottom surface with a bolt and nut.4. The modular structural mat of claim 1 , wherein the liner material is a 100 mil well pad liner.5. The modular structural mat of claim 4 , wherein the liner material extends beyond each of the edges of the top and bottom surfaces.6. The modular structural ...

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Номер записи: 92
12-05-2016 дата публикации

WAVE SUPPRESSOR AND SEDIMENT COLLECTION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160130776A1
Автор: JR. Webster, Pierce
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A system and method to provide water and sediment flow through a rock jetty, which includes a plurality of collection components mounted along a forward face of the rock jetty, each collection component having a plurality of flow pipes positioned through the body of the rock jetty to receive water carrying sediment at a first end of the plurality of flow pipes; a principal flow pipe positioned through the rock jetty to receive flow from the plurality of flow pipes and to carry the water and sediment to a predetermined distance to the rear of the jetty, to deposit sediment at that location; a continuous trough mounted on the forward face of the rock jetty to define a means to efficiently capture the water and sediment at entrances of the plurality of flow pipes and flow it through the pipes more efficiently; and a filter screen covering the entrance of the trough to allow water and sediment to flow into the trough and to prevent large rocks and other debris from entering the trough; a section of the principal flow pipe removed when sufficient quantity of sediment has been deposited, so that additional sediment can be deposited nearer to rock jetty; additional sections of the principal flow pipe removed until the sediment deposited reaches the base of the rock jetty. 1. A method to provide water and sediment flow through a dam , comprising the following steps:a. positioning a plurality of flow pipes through the body of the dam to receive water carrying sediment and flow to a rear of the dam;b. flowing the water and sediment from the plurality of flow pipes into a principal flow pipe;c. carrying the water and sediment a distance to a rear of the dam, and allowing the water and sediment to exit the principal flow pipe.2. The method in claim 1 , wherein the pipes through the dam are positioned at multiple heights or levels through the jetty.3. The method in claim 2 , further comprising a trough at the entrance of each level of pipes to define a means to efficiently ...

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Номер записи: 93
21-05-2015 дата публикации

GELATIN SOLUTION

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

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Номер записи: 94
23-04-2020 дата публикации

RESERVOIR BAG

Номер: US20200123725A1
Автор: Adams Beau G.
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A reservoir bag and method of use and implementation is disclosed herein. The reservoir bag may be configured for controlling surface water run-off and may include a plurality of cells with at least two adjacent cells in fluid communication with each other to allow water to communicate between the adjacent cells. To aid in the mobility of water, the bag may include one or more perforated pipes therein to direct flow of water through the cells and to an outlet. 1. A reservoir bag , comprising:an elongated bag including a bottom panel and opposing side panels longitudinally extending between a first end and opposing second end to define a interior volume capable of retaining at least aggregate and fluid;a plurality of baffles extending at least between said opposing side panels to define a plurality of cells between said first end and said second end;each of said plurality of baffles include a top edge and an opposing bottom edge, wherein said bottom edge is not substantially adjacent to said bottom panel; andat least one fluid channel extending from at least one of said plurality of cells to at least one another at least one of said plurality of cells between said baffle bottom edge and said bottom panel.2. The reservoir bag of wherein said elongated bag further includes an inlet opening and an outlet opening.3. The reservoir bag of wherein said outlet opening is in said first end or said bottom panel.4. The reservoir bag of wherein said fluid channel is a perforated pipe and the reservoir bag further comprising an overflow pipe.5. The reservoir bag of wherein said bottom edge is about 6 inches from said bottom panel.6. The reservoir bag of wherein said bag includes one or more grates.7. The reservoir bag of further comprising a through opening above said bottom edge.8. The reservoir bag of further including a second baffle extending longitudinally within said bag between said first end and said at least one of said baffles.9. The reservoir bag of further including a ...

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Номер записи: 95
03-06-2021 дата публикации

EROSION CONTROL AND WATER FLOW CONTROL

Номер: US20210164182A1
Автор: Parks James Clifford
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A bio-friendly water flow control system can include a portable structure adapted to contain organic waste material. The water flow control system can be configured for deployment outdoors to guide water flow to limit erosion. A portable structure of such a system can include a sheath that is configured to contain waste material within an interior of the sheath. The portable structure may be configured to allow a flow of water into the interior of the sheath. The portable structure may include a waste material that includes processed palm frond particles. The portable structure may be configured to absorb a weight of water at least 50% greater than a dry weight of the portable structure. 1 a sheath configured to contain waste material within an interior of the sheath and to allow a flow of water into the interior of the sheath; and', 'a first waste material comprising processed palm frond particles, each of the processed palm frond particles having a length of less than three inches, wherein the processed palm frond particles are disposed in the interior of the sheath and configured to absorb a weight of water at least 50% greater than a dry weight of the portable structure;, 'a portable structure adapted to contain organic waste material and configured for deployment outdoors to guide water flow to limit erosion, the portable structure comprisingwherein the portable structure has an outer surface and a major axis in an elongate fill configuration, the outer surface disposed circumferentially around the major axis of the portable structure, and wherein the portable structure is configured to direct a course of water flow along the outer surface of the portable structure.. A bio-friendly water flow control system, the system comprising: This application is a continuation application of U.S. application Ser. No. 16/138562, filed Sep. 21, 2018, which is a continuation application of PCT/US2017/024011, filed Mar. 24, 2017, which claims the benefit of priority under 35 U ...

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Номер записи: 96
10-06-2021 дата публикации

PORTABLE WATER BARRIER

Номер: US20210172136A1
Автор: Haaland Kristian Vemund, Walderhaug Øystein Blix
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A water barrier is formed from a kit of parts comprising at least one substantially water-impermeable membrane and a plurality of water-permeable panels that, when connected together, form a structural frame including a first part for supporting the at least one water-impermeable membrane against horizontal water pressure and a second part substantially perpendicular to the first part. A support structure may connect the first part and the second part to resist deflection of the frame. In an alternative arrangement, the frame of the water barrier may also be assembled in an inverted-V configuration. 1. A water barrier comprising:a water-permeable frame formed from a plurality of discrete, perforated panels, the plurality of perforated panels comprising a plurality of wall panels and a plurality of floor panels, wherein each wall panel of the plurality of wall panels comprises a plurality of protrusions for connection to a respective floor panel of the plurality of floor panels, and each floor panel of the plurality of floor panels comprises a plurality of apertures sized to receive the plurality of protrusions; anda substantially water-impermeable membrane formed separately from the water-permeable frame,wherein the water-permeable frame is configured to support the substantially water-impermeable membrane in an L-shape such that, in use, water pressure on an upper surface of a horizontal part of the water-permeable frame counter-balances water pressure on a first surface of an upright part of the water-permeable frame.2. A water barrier according to claim 1 , wherein each panel of the plurality of panels comprises a grating structure.3. A water barrier according to claim 2 , wherein the plurality of wall panels and the plurality of floor panels are configured to connect together at approximately 90° to form an L-shaped structure.4. A water barrier according to claim 1 , wherein for each wall panel of the plurality of wall panels claim 1 , the plurality of ...

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Номер записи: 97
10-06-2021 дата публикации

BEACH EROSION INHIBITOR

Номер: US20210172137A1
Автор: Abeles Gary E.
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A system for impeding shore erosion includes a sea-facing barrier wall penetrated by large holes that allow water with entrained sand to enter the apparatus. Smaller holes provided in a rear wall allow the water to drain into an underlying reservoir after the entrained sand has settled. An extension can be abutted to a top of the barrier wall to enhance sand collection during a storm. Water that flows over the barrier wall is caused to flow over a top of the extension, whereby water with entrained sand falls through openings in the extension top. Sand collected by the extension remains on the shore when the extension is removed. The apparatus can include plywood, metal, or plastic. Embodiments can be disassembled and/or folded for transport and storage. Internal reinforcing partition walls can extend between the barrier and rear walls. The apparatus can be further anchored by stakes. 1. A system for reducing shore erosion , the system including: a barrier wall having a top and a bottom, the barrier wall being inclined backward at an angle of at least 20 degrees from vertical;', 'a first plurality of holes penetrating the barrier wall;', 'an apparatus rear wall having a top and a bottom, the apparatus rear wall being located behind the barrier wall so that a chamber space is formed between and bounded by the barrier wall and the apparatus rear wall; and', 'a second plurality of holes penetrating the apparatus rear wall, the holes of the second plurality of holes being smaller in diameter than the holes of the first plurality of holes, the first plurality of holes being configured to allow water to flow through the barrier wall and into the chamber space, and the second plurality of holes being configured to allow water to flow through the apparatus rear wall out of the chamber space;, 'a sand-collecting apparatus comprisingan underlying water reservoir located beneath the chamber space and fixed to the barrier wall and apparatus rear wall, the underlying water ...

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Номер записи: 98
14-08-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-PART REUSABLE LEVEE BAG WITH BIODEGRADABLE PORTIONS

Номер: US20140226918A1
Автор: Adams Beau G.
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A multi-part reusable levee bag. The reusable levee bag includes a top bag section and a bottom portion removably affixed to the top bag section. The combined top bag section and bottom portion define an in interior space within which fillable material may be received to form a levee bag for use in flooding and other installations. The bottom bag section is made of a biodegradable material while the top bag section is made of an alternative material. The reusable levee bag, once filled, may be disassembled and the top bag section reused while the bottom bag section may remain in place while still being environmentally friendly due to its biodegradation. 1. A reusable levee bag , comprising:a top bag portion made of a first material and having an open top and an open bottom and a first and second end panel;a plurality of guides extending from said top bag portion;said top bag defining an interior space;a bottom bag portion removably retained to said top bag portion and made of a second material;wherein said second material is a biodegradable material;said interior space of said top bag interrupted by a plurality of baffle panels;wherein said combined top bag portion and bottom bag portion define an enclosed levee bag capable of receiving flowable material.2. The reusable levee bag of wherein said plurality of baffle panels extend from a first side of said top bag portion to a second side of top bag portion claim 1 , said plurality of baffle panels positioned between said first and said second end panels of said top bag portion.3. The reusable levee bag of wherein said plurality of baffle panels extend substantially from said open bottom to said open top.4. The reusable levee bag of wherein said plurality of guides are a plurality of hangar bars.5. The reusable levee bag of wherein said plurality of guides are a plurality of travel guides having a narrow neck and a ovalized head.6. The reusable levee bag of wherein said bottom bag portion is removably affixed to said ...

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Номер записи: 99
14-08-2014 дата публикации

Method for developing land

Номер: US20140227032A1
Автор: Akihiro Hoshino
Принадлежит: Statice Co Ltd

A method for developing a piece of land that is in danger of disappearing due to its small size above a seawater level, including covering the piece of land with a sealing dome larger than the piece of land such that a space is created between the piece of land and the sealing dome and such that a lower edge of the sealing dome is in the sea, securing the sealing dome, while leaving a gap between the lower edge of the sealing dome and a sea bottom, reducing the air pressure inside the sealing dome such that the seawater level inside the sealing dome rises above at least a part of the piece of land to allow coral to naturally grow on the at least the part of the piece of land, and returning the air pressure inside the sealing dome to the same air pressure as outside so that the naturally grown coral on the part of the piece of land becomes calcified coral by being exposure to air, and the calcified coral remains as a developed portion of the piece of land.

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Номер записи: 100