US3708944A
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Method of making an arch
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-02-20
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Granted: 1973-01-09
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Expires: 1990-02-20
Abstract
Abstract A stressed arch fabricated from a plurality of prefabricated structural frame members assembled over a flexible strand which is tensioned for causing the frame members to coact and assume an arch configuration and a method of making same are disclosed. Joint members may be added between each of the frame members. A plurality of connected or intersecting arch configurations may be covered by siding and roofing materials and erected simultaneously to provide a complete building suitable for permanent use or for easily disassembled portable use.
Inventors
- 👤 M Miyake
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 08:34
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B1/00; E04B1/32; E04H; E04H15/00; E04H15/32; E04H15/34; E04H15/36; E04B2001/3235; E04B2001/3241; E04B2001/3247; E04B2001/3252; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T403/00; Y10T403/34; Y10T403/341; Y10T403/342; Y10T403/343
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
199 words
A method of erecting a structural configuration comprising the steps of: a. serially slidably disposing a plurality of frame members provided with planar surfaces on each end thereof on a flexible strand, b. disposing joint members on said flexible strand between adjacent frame members so that a joint planar surface on each joint member is disposed adjacent to a planar surface on an adjacent frame member, c. extending a spanning frame member through said joint member, d. anchoring one end of said flexible strand on a foundation, e. passing the other end of said flexible strand through an anchor on said foundation in a spaced relationship to said one end of said flexible strand, f. applying tension forces upon said strand to cause said frame members to assume an erected arch configuration with said joint planar surfaces in contacting engagement with said adjacent planar surfaces, g. maintaining the tension forces upon said strand at a minimum level sufficient to maintain the arch configuration, and h. while one of said contacting planar surfaces is substantially perpendicular to said frame member and the other planar surface is at an angle less than about 90* with respect to said other frame member.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
199 words
A method of erecting a structural configuration comprising the steps of: a. serially slidably disposing a plurality of frame members provided with planar surfaces on each end thereof on a flexible strand, b. disposing joint members on said flexible strand between adjacent frame members so that a joint planar surface on each joint member is disposed adjacent to a planar surface on an adjacent frame member, c. extending a spanning frame member through said joint member, d. anchoring one end of said flexible strand on a foundation, e. passing the other end of said flexible strand through an anchor on said foundation in a spaced relationship to said one end of said flexible strand, f. applying tension forces upon said strand to cause said frame members to assume an erected arch configuration with said joint planar surfaces in contacting engagement with said adjacent planar surfaces, g. maintaining the tension forces upon said strand at a minimum level sufficient to maintain the arch configuration, and h. while one of said contacting planar surfaces is substantially perpendicular to said frame member and the other planar surface is at an angle less than about 90* with respect to said other frame member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
The method recited in claim 1 including the step of: a. moving one end of said flexible strand with respect to the other end of said flexible strand prior to applying said tension forces.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The method recited in claim 1 including the step of: a. fastening said spanning frame member to said joint member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
The method recited in claim 1 including the step of: a. passing said flexible strand through opposed joint planar surfaces.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
64 words
The method recited in claim 1 including the step of: a. passing said flexible strand through a first joint planar surface on said joint member, and b. then passing said flexible strand through a second joint planar surface on said joint member, which second joint planar surface is disposed at an angle less than about 180* with respect to said first joint planar surface.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
The method recited in claim 1 including the step of: a. providing venting means for said structural configuration in one of said joint members.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
177 words
A method for erecting a structural configuration comprising the steps of: a. serially slidably disposing a plurality of frame members on a flexible strand, each member being provided with planar surfaces on each end thereof, b. disposing joint members of said flexible strand between adjacent frame members so that a joint planar surface on each joint member is disposed adjacent to a planar surface on an adjacent frame member, c. extending a spanning frame member through said joint member, d. anchoring one end of said flexible strand on a foundation, e. passing the other end of said flexible strand through an anchor on said foundation in a spaced relation to said one end of said flexible strand, f. applying tension forces upon said strand to cause said frame members to assume an erected arch configuration with said joint planar surfaces in contacting engagement with said adjacent planar surfaces and lies substantially on a radius of said arch configuration, and g. maintaining the tension forces upon said strand at a minimum level sufficient to maintain the arch configuration.
Claim 9
Independent Claim
177 words
A method for erecting a structural configuration comprising the steps of: a. serially slidably disposing a plurality of frame members on a flexible strand, each member being provided with planar surfaces on each end thereof, b. disposing joint members of said flexible strand between adjacent frame members so that a joint planar surface on each joint member is disposed adjacent to a planar surface on an adjacent frame member, c. extending a spanning frame member through said joint member, d. anchoring one end of said flexible strand on a foundation, e. passing the other end of said flexible strand through an anchor on said foundation in a spaced relation to said one end of said flexible strand, f. applying tension forces upon said strand to cause said frame members to assume an erected arch configuration with said joint planar surfaces in contacting engagement with said adjacent planar surfaces and lies substantially on a radius of said arch configuration, and g. maintaining the tension forces upon said strand at a minimum level sufficient to maintain the arch configuration.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-01-09 | 1976-07-10 | 1977-01-09 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-01-09 | 1980-07-10 | 1981-01-09 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-01-09 | 1984-07-10 | 1985-01-09 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |