Wall reinforcement using constant force
US7681367B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 29, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 7, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04G23/0229
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A wall support and reinforcing apparatus that applies a constant force on a structural support member, such as a steel I-beam, that is adjacent the wall. The apparatus includes a bias that is interposed between the building, or a bracket mounted to the building, and the structural member. Thus, the bias force is applied to straighten the wall at all times, thereby having the straightening effect and keeping the structural member from being displaced laterally due to complete release of all forces to the structural member.
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