Reinforcing structure for modular building construction
US10920414B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 21, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 16, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 21, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04H2001/1283
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Modular building units comprise, prior to installation at a construction site, a floor, a ceiling, and a plurality of walls which together define a habitable interior, wherein at least one wall is a reinforced wall capable of spanning a spanning distance of at least 50 feet without underlying support. In some embodiments, reinforced walls comprise one or more reinforcing structures. In some embodiments, the spanning distance is at least 60 feet; in some, at least 70 feet; and in some, at least 80 feet. In a further aspect, a method of building construction comprises the steps of: a) constructing a modular building unit according to the present disclosure at an assembly site; b) transporting the modular building unit to a construction site; and c) installing the modular building unit at the construction site, optionally across a unsupported span of at least 50 feet.
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