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Structural shape for wind tower members

US8910446B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 15, 2009
Grant dateDec 16, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 17, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49895
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

One of the major structural components in a space frame tower is the tower leg. A novel and nonobvious tower leg structure is provided which provides significant advantages and benefits over previously available structures.

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