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Apparatus mounting arrangement for avoiding harm due to seismic shocks

US4200256A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 14, 1977
Grant dateApr 29, 1980
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Expiry dateMar 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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