Apparatus mounting arrangement for avoiding harm due to seismic shocks
US4200256A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 1977 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 1997 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16F7/12
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
For apparatus, such as voltage surge arresters, having frangible elements, a mounting structure with springs that permit minor, harmless motion of the apparatus and a collapsible frame that yields in a ductile failure mode upon occurrence of movement exceeding that which can be absorbed by the springs before damage to the apparatus occurs.
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