Discontinuous structural reinforcing elements and method of reinforcing and improving soils and other construction materials
US5145285A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 21, 1992 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S106/90
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A multidimensional structural reinforcing element is disclosed, the element designed for inclusion within a matrix of soil, concrete, stone, and other materials to improve the index properties of the matrix. The elements have a hub portion with arms extending radially therefrom. The arms may include additional structural elements such as cubes or spheres on the distal ends thereof and the surface of the elements may be roughened to increase the surface area and the gripping function of the elements relative to the matrix material.
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