Double-layer cable-strut roof system
US8074404B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2001/1996
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A double-layer cable-strut roof system includes a central structure and an edge structure, a plurality of sets of first diagonal struts and a plurality of sets of second diagonal struts provided between the two structures, each set of first diagonal struts being arranged alternately with one set of second diagonal struts. Or a plurality of sets of diagonal struts are provided between the two structures, each of which including a plurality of first diagonal struts and second diagonal struts joined together node to node, each first diagonal strut being arranged alternately with one second diagonal strut The roof structure may cover the underlying building space in its entirety or, alternatively, may cover a perimeter portion of the building space leaving the center area uncovered, or may be constituted by a plurality of structural units, which is adapted for spanning large areas devised for a wide range of building shapes.
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