Shear wall attachment assembly and method of use
US7716887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 18, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2001/2696
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention is a raised floor assembly efficiently connecting a pre-fabricated shear wall to a foundation in applications other than slab-on-grade. The raised floor assembly includes an engineered wood material block machined to accept a connecting rod therethrough. The raised floor assembly also includes a connecting rod that is configured to attach at one end to a pre-fabricated shear wall and is coupled at the other end to an anchor bolt. Additionally, a transfer plate may be positioned between the pre-fabricated shear wall and the top of the engineered wood material block. The transfer plate provides a bearing surface for the pre-fabricated shear wall and helps maintain connecting rod alignment. A transfer plate may also be provided underneath the engineered wood material block and above the foundation. Additionally, a variety of spacers may be provided between the bottom of the engineered wood material block and the foundation.
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