Truss rod coupling device
US10724563B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 8, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 8, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04C2003/0491
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Aspects of the disclosure provide a non-welded, clevis-type coupling assembly that provides two sheer planes and, accordingly, increases the load bearing capacity thereof. The assembly includes a coupling plate having a first section, a second section, and a third section. The second section is intermediate the first section and the third section and the first and third sections are oriented at an angle of 90° with respect to one another. The coupling plate includes a contiguous opening extending there through having a first part and a second part. The first part has a first dimension and the second part has a second dimension that is larger than the first dimension.
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