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"It is my heart-warmed and world-embracing Christmas hope and aspiration that all of us, the high, the low, the rich, the poor, the admired, the despised, the loved, the hated, the civilized, the savage (every man and brother of us all throughout the whole earth), may eventually be gathered together in a heaven of everlasting rest and peace and bliss, except the inventor of the telephone. "
Mark Twain ; Christmas greetings, 1890
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7421825 | Doubly prestressed roof-ceiling construction with grid flat-soffit for extremely large spans A doubly prestressed roof-ceiling construction with grid flat soffit for extremely large-span is a prefabricated element intended for assembling roofs of extremely large-span buildings with a flat soffit. The construction includes a grid soffit construction and an u... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7310915 | Retractable column and method of forming The present invention is an improved apparatus and method for forming a retractable tower or column. The present invention includes pointed hooks wherein the hooks are attached to each section of a section chain, one in a horizontal direction and one in an off-set m... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7222466 | Foldable support structure with hinged sawtooth wall members A foldable truss member suitable for commercial displays includes a plurality of side members that are adjacently hinged together. The side members include support members and bridging members having extensions. The side members are joined into a foldable structure ... | 05/29/2007 |
| 7197856 | Modular truss assembly Truss assemblies of this invention comprise elongate chord elements having opposed first and second axial ends. Brace elements are used to orient and connect together the chord elements in a desired spatial orientation and have a plate structure. The brace elements ... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7155872 | Open frames for providing structural support and related methods Open frames are disclosed by which structural support is provided, each frame comprising an array of slender members formed into a plurality of zig zag frame elements defining apexes, where the slender members of different zig zag frame elements integrally intersect... | 01/02/2007 |
| 7143550 | Double network reticulated frame structure Structural system and method are disclosed for building a simpler and more efficient double layer reticulated frame structure. The double layer reticulated frame structure includes an internal network that has a lower strut frequency than the external network. The l... | 12/05/2006 |
| 7040059 | Method and adjustable apparatus for anchor-free masonry wall bracing Adjustable apparatus for bracing one or both sides of a wall being fabricated from masonry blocks and having an opening near the base of the block wall. Bracing system includes strong rigid members assembled in the form of a right angle brace set having stiff vertic... | 05/09/2006 |
| 6993879 | Molded plastic truss work A molded plastic truss work includes an upper grid and a lower grid, with a plurality of interconnecting members interconnecting the grids. The upper grid includes longitudinal members and transverse members that extend between and interconnect the longitudinal memb... | 02/07/2006 |
| 6829869 | Channel bar with spring loaded hub connector for a display framework A support and attachment brace for a collapsible display structure. The support and attachment brace is attachable between two vertically adjacent hubs of the collapsible display structure, and includes an elongated rigid bar or brace with opposing ends. A first end... | 12/14/2004 |
| 6804927 | Lattice panel structures A modular system for the construction of a lattice panel for a bridge, comprises first and second chord members (20, 28) and a plurality of web members (1). Each web member comprises three legs forming a triangle. One leg (2) extends perpendicul... | 10/19/2004 |
| 6779310 | Secure public storage lockers Public storage lockers are designed particularly for storage of bicycles, such as at a public transportation terminal. In a preferred embodiment the storage lockers are on-demand, lockable by a user who must unlock the locker using the same electronic key and who mu... | 08/24/2004 |
| 6681981 | Method and apparatus for prefabricating modular structural members Novel prefabricated modular structural members for use in low cost construction of relatively small residential, institutional and commercial buildings with high degrees of resistance to damage by fire, hurricanes, earthquakes, moisture, etc., are disclos... | 01/27/2004 |
| 6543198 | Space frames A space frame (10) has upper chord lower grids (12, 14) of intersecting chords (16, 18). The chords (16, 18) are interconnected by bracing modules (30), the bracing modules (30) being spaced apart from one another in each grid direction. The bracing modul... | 04/08/2003 |
| 6295785 | Geodesic dome and method of constructing same A geodesic dome is created by the steps of: (a) generating a mathematical model of a geodesic dome, (b) fabricating components with which to form a geodesic dome according to the model; and (c) fastening the components to each other according to the model... | 10/02/2001 |
| 6237297 | Modular structural members for constructing buildings, and buildings constructed of such members A structural member of this class basically consists of two spaced shell panels and an intermediate core. The shell panels may be made of metal or concrete or combinations thereof, or of other rigid materials having the required physical properties. The c... | 05/29/2001 |
| 6219976 | Multi-purpose, positioning-fastening strap A multi-purpose, positioning and fastening strap is disclosed for use in the construction of building structures. The strap is made from a flexible, durable, non-stretchable material and has a high breaking load. The strap is usable for various constructi... | 04/24/2001 |
| 6192634 | Dual network dome structure A reticulated dome structure (20) has an inner structural network (24) and an outer structural network (26). Each network has structural members (34, 38) connected at junctions (36, 40) to form various shapes of dome structures including: vault, vault wit... | 02/27/2001 |
| 6108996 | Apparatus and method for retrofitting towers exchanger An existing tower has a set of legs and a large number of lacings which secure the legs to one another. An augmentation tower is located concentrically outside of the existing tower and also has a set of legs and lacings for joining its legs together. Eac... | 08/29/2000 |
| 6085468 | Truss for fabric covered buildings and the like The present invention provides a strong yet lightweight truss which could be used in many applications, and is adapted particularly to a support framework for those fabric covered structures utilizing a fabric stretched over the top of the supporting fram... | 07/11/2000 |
| 6082068 | Method and apparatus for assembling a lightweight stackable truss A method and apparatus for forming a lightweight truss that can be used in temporary, demountable form for structures used in various constructions such as exhibitions, displays, and concerts and is formed of precut lengths of chords (tubes) and V-shaped ... | 07/04/2000 |
| 6079178 | U-shaped stackable truss A U-shaped stackable truss for use in temporary, demountable construction for exhibition, display, and concert staging.... | 06/27/2000 |
| 6076324 | Truss structure design An integrally formed three-dimensional truss structure, including molds and methods for production of same, containing outer top and bottom plane surfaces thereof comprising interconnected rod segments integrally formed at their points of intersection on ... | 06/20/2000 |
| 6067767 | Connecting element for multiple-sided, in particular three-sided lattice girders In a connecting element for multiple-sided, in particular three-sided lattice girders made of fibre composite material, tubes (6, 7, 8, 9) are provided and arranged so that one of these is in the centre and the others are evenly distributed around this tu... | 05/30/2000 |
| 6052950 | Modular structure having an elevated load-bearing surface A modular structure for use in displays and exhibitions wherein three girders are affixed to vertical columns in a triangular patter having a right triangle. Triangular floor panels are supported by longitudinal flanges on the beams to provide an elevated... | 04/25/2000 |
| 5996290 | Multi-purpose, positioning-fastening strap A multi-purpose, positioning and fastening strap is disclosed for use in the construction of building structures. The strap is made from a flexible, durable, non-stretchable material and has a high breaking load. The strap is usable for various constructi... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5924258 | Transverse cladding support apparatus and method A cladding support system includes rounded tubular members having an arcuate face. The tubular members are connected to extend outwardly from hubs. A cladding support member is mounted on the arcuate face of the tubular members and extends transversely ac... | 07/20/1999 |
| 5921048 | Three-dimensional iso-tross structure A structural member having greatly enhanced load bearing capacity per unit weight has a plurality of helical components wrapped around a longitudinal axis. The helical components have straight segments rigidly connected end to end in a helical configurati... | 07/13/1999 |
| 5867947 | Folding pyramidal structure for protection in case of earthquakes The invention comprises a folding pyramidal structure in which one or several people can be introduced, being designed to bear extreme loads derived from collapsing of the building provoked by large intensity seismic waves. The particular configuration of... | 02/09/1999 |
| 5845379 | Method for making a supporting crossbar construction and a crossbar construction made according to the method A supporting crossbar construction is made from thin metal strip by feeding the strip lengthwise to a punching station, and forming in the punching station four parallel rows of slits extending lengthwise of the strip so that five parallel plate fields ar... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5832688 | Lightweight, prestressed tower A lightweight, prestressed tower includes 1) a base load transfer assembly to be mounted on a support base fixture assembly which is mounted on a base support pad; 2) a primary truss assembly consisting of a plurality of truss bays interconnected by diago... | 11/10/1998 |
| 5704169 | Space truss dome The basic shape of a large span dome (10) is defined by a primary network (20) of structural struts (15) which are so arranged between their junctions (16) that they fully triangulate the surface (13) of the dome. The struts throughout the network have su... | 01/06/1998 |
| 5687539 | Methods of roofing construction utilizing a positioning or fastening strap Methods for fastening or holding down tar or felt paper on a roof and the laying down of shingles on a roof are particularly adaptable in the use of a construction strap wherein the construction strap is made from a flexible, durable, substantially non-st... | 11/18/1997 |
| 5611187 | Construction system A construction system for making latticework structures comprising connectors and rods. Each connector has a base portion with at least two side portions and opposing faces. A first attaching element is attached to a first side portion of the base portion... | 03/18/1997 |
| 5536541 | Artificial lumber and method of making the same Artificial lumber module which may be joined with like modules to create artificial lumber of conventional lumber sizes includes an elongate channel; a plurality of dividers integrally formed within the channel and spaced along the channel; and braces int... | 07/16/1996 |
| 5430989 | Construction system A construction system for making latticework structures comprising connectors and rods. Each connector has a base portion with at least two side portions and opposing faces. A first attaching element is attached to a first side portion of the base portion... | 07/11/1995 |
| 5315806 | Structure for concrete frameworks and means and procedures for its making The said structure presents a constitution which, as well as providing a great resistance, supposes an effective reduction of the depth of floor slabs and technical layers built with current construction systems while allowing the incorporation of various... | 05/31/1994 |
| 5125206 | Truss structure A truss structure includes a first truss element having, a foldable frame obtained by assembling a plurality of beam members into a cube, foldable diagonal beam members located on diagonals of two opposing planes of the frame, respectively, and telescopic... | 06/30/1992 |
| 4967533 | Tetrahexagonal truss structure A lightweight, high strength moldable structure is comprised of a core having a plurality of interconnected cavities. Each solid-walled cavity has a hexagonal base so that the core of the structure has upper and lower surfaces. Each solid-walled cavity ha... | 11/06/1990 |
| 4939882 | Prefabricated pyramid-shaped structural members for three-dimensional frameworks In prefabricated pyramid-shaped structural members for the production of two-part grill frameworks, the diagonally running rods of each pyramid-shaped structural member are welded with their ends on a cover plate, which has a borehole for the passage of a... | 07/10/1990 |
| 4803824 | Truss structure and method and apparatus for construction thereof A truss structure for use in a gravity-free environment is disclosed together with methods and apparatus for constructing the same. The structure, characterized by high stiffness and a precise self-determined geometry and having a prism-form with square r... | 02/14/1989 |
