Reinforced objects
US8747261B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 21, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/2935
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A reinforced object of the invention comprises: at least one structural layer; and at least one reinforcing rod positioned on or within the at least one structural layer, wherein the object is an elongated object, with the at least one reinforcing rod longitudinally positioned essentially parallel to a central axis thereof. A method of manufacturing the reinforced object comprises steps of: providing a mold; and positioning the at least one reinforcing rod such that it is positioned on or within the at least one structural layer in the reinforced object formed in the mold.
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