Stability bracing of a support structure for elevating a building surface
US8429860B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B7/048
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A support structure for elevating a building surface above a fixed surface and having stability bracing to provide increased stability to the elevated building surface assembly. The support structure includes a plurality of support pedestals that are disposed in spaced-apart relation on a fixed surface. Stabilizing braces are attached to the central section of adjacent support pedestals to interconnect the support pedestals. The stabilizing braces may attach to the support pedestals using anchoring members that are anchored to the support pedestals. Interconnecting the support pedestals in such a manner creates a stable elevated building surface assembly that can be utilized in unstable environments, such as seismically active geographic areas. The support pedestals can be adjustable-height support pedestals.
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