Cable guardrail system and hanger
US8246013B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01F15/06
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A hanger for a cable guardrail system is disclosed including a first portion with first and second seats on opposite sides of a post each seat capable of supporting a cable, and a second portion capable of engaging the end of the post. Also disclosed is a cable guardrail system including a plurality of posts, a plurality of hangers attached to at least a portion of the plurality of posts, and at least two cables supported by the seats on opposite sides of the post. The cable guardrail system may redirect an impacting vehicle and dissipate a portion of the impacting vehicle's energy.
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