Moment-resisting frames, kits for assembling the same, and methods of repairing the same
US10316507B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 26, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2103/06
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Various embodiments disclosed herein relate to moment-resisting frames, kits for assembling such moment-resisting frames, and methods of repairing such moment-resisting frames. In an embodiment, a moment-resisting frame includes a beam connected to a column using a moment-resisting connection. The moment-resisting connection may include at least one exterior doubler plate (“EDP”) that is connected to the column and two or more connectors that are connected to both the beam and the EDP. In some embodiments, the moment-resisting frame may require less welding than conventional beam-to-column connections. Additionally or alternatively, such a moment-resisting frame may eliminate the need for components typically used in conventional beam-to-column connections (e.g., continuity plates).
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