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Fascines

US8020233B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 22, 2008
Grant dateSep 20, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE01D15/122
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An inflatable tube (10) in a fascine is provided with a cover (11) of a braided material to provide significant strength. An outer cover (12) of KEVLAR™ may also be provided. The braided cover (11) and the inflatable tube (10) are held at the ends of the tube by a clamping mechanism (17, 18, 19) and a cylinder (40) of inflation gas is supported within the tube (10), when the tube (10) is inflated.

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