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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7340868 | Universal structural element The invention describes a universal structural element (1) for the purpose of forming in particular, three-dimensional structures, which structural element can be manufactured in a convenient manner efficiently, cost-effectively from the most varied materials... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7318299 | Accelerated log building method, log building kits, and methods of producing log building kits Kits for building log structures, and methods for producing such kits. A kit for building a structure having a plurality of log walls each including multiple layers. The kit comprises a combination of logs which when assembled form the structure. Logs of multiple la... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7243898 | Moulding accessory and method of using same A moulding accessory to form a void around a recessed lifting loop in a moulded concrete product such as a concrete cladding panel. The moulding accessory is formed from a body which is sized and shaped to fit with said lifting loop. The body is hollow, but sufficie... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7186161 | Real construction game (RCG) The present invention concerns a construction game to make buildings at a reduced scale providing the user with all the necessary elements in order to obtain a sample at real scale. ... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7104864 | Blocks and building system for the construction of lifesize inflatable play structures A system for the construction of life size play structures includes a multiplicity of inflatable building blocks, each being a member of a finite set of different multi-sided block types. Each such type is a cylinder having the cross section of a regular polyhedron,... | 09/12/2006 |
| 7097531 | Self powered fire alarm An improvement to a self powered fire alarm consisting of an improved housing sealing method that improves the reliability of the alarm by preventing insect infiltration. Additional improvements consist of an improved alarm activated notification, along with the inc... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7066778 | Construction kit Construction kit with two- and/or three-dimensional construction elements (1, 9) with magnetic elements (4) in the corners and/or sides and ferromagnetic spheres (11), which can be placed between the magnetic elements (4) of adjacent cons... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7044824 | Roof system for a log building toy The invention titled “Roof System for a Log Building Toy” (hereinafter “The Roof”) under this section consists of the design of the parts and the unique process of assembly of The Roof. The design of the pieces of The Roof include logs and slats that ... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7044825 | Panel and girder system for construction toy A construction toy system comprised of a plurality of molded plastic girders and connectors. The girder elements of generally square cross section, with interlocking elements extending axially from each end. The interlocking elements each comprise a flange of square... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7028965 | Method and apparatus for retaining model structural members A method and apparatus for retaining model structural members during construction includes a base member having a plurality of recesses therein, at least one and preferably a plurality of retainers, and advantageously at least one clip having a plurality of edges an... | 04/18/2006 |
| 6948998 | Interconnectable model construction elements A system of interconnectable construction elements created from molded plastic, wood or metal, and which include four basic construction elements, wherein a first and second construction element include a hemispherical segment and a planar connecting segment and com... | 09/27/2005 |
| 6923705 | Play structure and structural building elements for building a play structure Building elements for constructing a play structure comprise polyethylene members. In one embodiment, the members are extruded cylinders and include notches or other interlocking features. In another embodiment, the members are flat panels and include notches, teeth... | 08/02/2005 |
| 6905338 | Three dimensional model and kit for assembly of same A three dimensional model comprising a substantially planar base mounting member having opposite top and bottom surfaces; a first building structure adapted to be mounted on a portion of said top surface of said base mounting member, said at least one building struc... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6871433 | Multi-layer three-dimensional display A set (1) for the composition of bi-dimensional images into tri-dimensional form, comprising a panel plurality (2), each panel (21, 22, 23, 24) reproducing a respective bi-dimensional image, and a support unit (3), apt to support the pane... | 03/29/2005 |
| 6855279 | Weather-resistant exterior building material The invention provides a weather-resistant exterior building material which has been unavailable in the past with respect to characteristics of keeping harmful insects such as white ants, and so forth away therefrom, light weight, a long service life, insusceptibili... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6729084 | Kit and method for building a wall of a log structure, such as a log cabin Disclosed is a kit for building a wall. It includes a first log having a substantially cylindrical surface and at least one axially-extending groove formed in the substantially cylindrical surface, a second long and an elongated chink. The first log, the elongated c... | 05/04/2004 |
| 6672026 | Pultruded I-bar with clip fittings enabling automated grating panel assembly A structural system is comprised of two components. The first component is an I-shaped bearing member having an upper flange and a lower flange connected by a web. The upper and lower flanges have undercuts formed therein. The second component is a connec... | 01/06/2004 |
| 6672931 | Interconnectable model construction elements A system of interconnectable construction elements created from molded plastic, and which include planar and cylindrical strut members of varying lengths and thicknesses which can be coupled together and to various construction elements of varying geometr... | 01/06/2004 |
| 6523497 | Reticulated fish aggregation apparatus A submersible artificial fish bed is provided formed of hollow members that are self flooded in order to be placed.... | 02/25/2003 |
| 6511073 | Games and toys A game or toy comprises a plurality of rectangular elements each having a substantially square upper face and a substantially square lower face interconnected by four rectangular side faces. The upper face of each element has an alphanumeric character pri... | 01/28/2003 |
| 6427413 | Grooved construction lumber for constructing lumber structures A grooved construction lumber element for use in constructing lumber structures such as wall framing, roof trusses, load bearing beams, deck and stair railings, and the like, is described. The construction lumber element is comprised of a straight lumber ... | 08/06/2002 |
| 6312305 | Structure-forming construction element for toy log building set A structure-forming construction element for a toy log building set, such as those sold under the well known "Lincoln Logs". The construction element, typically a molding of plastic material, is formed with a plurality of adjacent sockets for the receptio... | 11/06/2001 |
| 6189271 | Building systems A building system which uses a plurality of interlocking members which can be used to construct an unlimited number of structures which can be assembled, disassembled and used by children and adults. The building system requires no tools, fasteners or adh... | 02/20/2001 |
| 6146232 | Toy logs having novel shape A substantially cylindrical-shaped log having two planar surfaces substantially perpendicular to each other formed on the surface of the log with the remaining surface being generally cylindrical to provide structural support which is superior to that of ... | 11/14/2000 |
| 6116981 | Constructional pieces with deformable joints A constructional system provides a plurality of pieces that can be used to assemble an object. The object includes a connector piece having a shaft that includes opposing first and second ends, and a first deformable section including opposing first and s... | 09/12/2000 |
| 6094876 | Corner construction for buildings having stacked tongue-and-groove lumber or log construction or the like A corner joint for a structure formed of stacked timbers, such as a "log" house, and a form of timber for use in the same. The timbers may be tongue-and-groove members milled from wooden stock. The joint structure is formed by two channels which are cut v... | 08/01/2000 |
| 6059630 | Log based assembly set A log assembly set provides an assortment of logs and gable pieces. On opposite sides, each regular log and locking log has notches spaced an end length from each end and a separation length apart from each other. Primarily used to form a base upon which ... | 05/09/2000 |
| 5938496 | Constructional pieces with deformable joints A constructional system provides a plurality of pieces that can be used to assemble an object. The object includes a connector piece having a shaft that includes opposing first and second ends, and a first deformable section including opposing first and s... | 08/17/1999 |
| 5865660 | Building element According to the present invention a building element comprises a generally planar panel defining at least one substantially straight side end and a first connecting lug extending co-planarly to the panel from the substantially straight side end. The firs... | 02/02/1999 |
| 5853313 | Constructional toy with deformable joints A constructional toy system provides a plurality of pieces that can be used to construct an object. Each piece has at least one section having opposing first and second notches, and a tongue defining a neck between the first and second notches, the tongue... | 12/29/1998 |
| 5846114 | Light-weight resilient building unit A building unit for constructing a structure, the unit being in the shape of a generally cylindrical log formed by a light-weight, resilient core encased snugly in a fabric covering have the same shape as the core.... | 12/08/1998 |
| 5518434 | Snap fit and twistable toy construction modules A toy construction set is described having construction modules with male connectors and female connectors on selected ends thereof. Each male connector comprises a projecting pin of generally rounded cross-section with an outwardly projecting shoulder ad... | 05/21/1996 |
| 5492495 | Customized building set A construction kit for toy building structures includes a plurality of basic planar logs having a slightly rounded edge on the lower face and male couplings on the lateral ends thereof. A plurality of alternative planar logs with a brick like patterned su... | 02/20/1996 |
| 5354223 | Miniature building A miniature building has walls surrounding an area and forming corners where pairs of adjacent walls meet. Each wall is formed by a series of horizontal elongated wall members stacked one upon the other, the wall members of each wall being interlocked wit... | 10/11/1994 |
| 5282343 | Building structures; elements and method for constructing same A tubular wall member useful for the erection of building structures comprises an end connector inserted into the open ends of a hollow tubular member. The end connector provides a flat, substantially circular front end portion and a rearward extending bo... | 02/01/1994 |
| 5281181 | Construction set A construction kit for toy building structures includes a plurality of planar logs with opposed notches at the lateral ends thereof. The logs may be interconnected in a normal position by notch engagement or one atop the other by intermediate mounting pla... | 01/25/1994 |
| 5185982 | Corner joint for modular assemblies A corner joint for locking in place the upright and horizontal rail members of a modular assembly is disclosed. The rail members are interconnected to form an open frame defining box-like modules for supporting shelving, side wall members, doors, and such... | 02/16/1993 |
| 5174078 | Roof construction for playhouse A playhouse constructed of interlocking logs has a water-tight sloped roof formed by overlapping roof sheets. The sheets are secured to the playhouse by means of roof peak pieces notched at their bottom to interlock with respective notches in a tie beam l... | 12/29/1992 |
| 5145440 | Inflatable lifesize toy structure with interlocking elements A life size toy play structure constructed of inflatable elements. Each of said elements has a recess or notch allowing for the interlocking of each element one with another, thus enabling the construction of life size toy structures by children without t... | 09/08/1992 |
| 5036634 | Knock down shelter and storage structure The knock down shelter and storage structure of the present invention includes a base frame assembly formed by interlocking beams. A vertical wall assembly engages the base frame and includes a plurality of corner uprights. A plurality of intermediate upr... | 08/06/1991 |
