System and method of constructing a composite assembly
US9528265B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 8, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B2015/0076
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A composite assembly includes a series of elongated layers joined lengthwise thereof. At least two of the elongated layers each have an upper elongated portion and a lower elongated portion secured together in an end-to-end relationship at a joint therebetween by a connector arrangement. The upper elongated portion is constructed of a wood material, and the lower elongated portion is constructed of a non-wood material. The lower elongated portion may have a reinforcing rod therein.
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