Method of manufacturing a compressible structural panel with reinforcing dividers
US7194846B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24661
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A structural panel for use in building structures or in the formation, finish or decoration thereof includes an outer sheet and a connector sheet with a plurality of collapsible or compressible dividers therebetween. The panel in a rest condition is expanded and of a desired thickness for final use but can be compressed into a relatively thin thickness or profile for shipping purposes. The panel is very lightweight but structurally strong and can be selectively bent in one transverse direction if desired. The panel can be easily cut or formed into any predetermined size or shape.
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