US3775919A
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Modular structures
Assignee: Fulton and Partners Inc
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Filing: 1972-04-13
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Granted: 1973-12-04
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Expires: 1992-04-13
Abstract
Abstract Single and multi-modular structures suitable for use as living quarters or as office space are fabricated from a plurality of pre-formed basic construction sections. The basic construction sections may be assembled to provide a single or basic modular unit and two or more basic modular units may be assembled in various configurations to provide multi-modular units.
Inventors
- 👤 J Fulton
- 👤 J Rinaldi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 11:47
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04B; E04B1/00; E04B1/348; E04B1/34815; E04B1/34846
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
194 words
A modular structure including a plurality of corner sections arranged in edge to edge relationship to form an enclosure, each of said corner sections having first and second generally rectangular side wall panels joined along a common edge forming a corner, generally flat wedge shaped roof and base panels extending in generally parallel planes and being spaced apart by said side wall panels, said roof panel being joined along adjacent edges to corresponding upper edges of said side wall panels, said base panel being joined along adjacent edges to corresponding lower edges of said side wall panels, each of said side wall panels and said roof and base panels having an exposed edge with a connector flange extending therefrom to strengthen the corner section and for use in connecting the corner sections to adjacent supports, said side wall panels and said roof and base panels forming a rigid box-like corner section in cooperation with said connector flanges; means for securing together the side wall panel flanges of adjacent corner sections; means for securing base panel flanges to a foundation; and means defining a roof section secured to said connector flanges of said roof panels.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
194 words
A modular structure including a plurality of corner sections arranged in edge to edge relationship to form an enclosure, each of said corner sections having first and second generally rectangular side wall panels joined along a common edge forming a corner, generally flat wedge shaped roof and base panels extending in generally parallel planes and being spaced apart by said side wall panels, said roof panel being joined along adjacent edges to corresponding upper edges of said side wall panels, said base panel being joined along adjacent edges to corresponding lower edges of said side wall panels, each of said side wall panels and said roof and base panels having an exposed edge with a connector flange extending therefrom to strengthen the corner section and for use in connecting the corner sections to adjacent supports, said side wall panels and said roof and base panels forming a rigid box-like corner section in cooperation with said connector flanges; means for securing together the side wall panel flanges of adjacent corner sections; means for securing base panel flanges to a foundation; and means defining a roof section secured to said connector flanges of said roof panels.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
48 words
The modular structure of claim 1 wherein four similarly configured corner sections are joined by adjacent side wall panel connector flanges to form said enclosure, and wherein said connector flanges are turned outwardly from said side wall panels and contribute to the strength and rigidity of the structure.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
105 words
The modular structure of claim 1 wherein said plurality of corner sections comprises an upper modular unit, and wherein the foundation for said upper modular unit includes a lower modular unit having a plurality of corner sections arranged in edge to edge relationship to form an enclosure, and wherein said corner sections of said lower modular unit are configured in the same manner as the corner sections of said upper modular unit, and wherein said base connector flanges of said upper modular unit are secured by fastening means to the connector flanges of the roof panels of the corner sections of said lower modular unit.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
52 words
The modular structure of claim 3 wherein said upper and lower modular units each consists of foUr similarly configured corner sections joined by adjacent side wall panel connector flanges, and wherein said connector flanges are turned outwardly from said side wall panels and contribute to the strength and rigidity of the structure.
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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) | 1976-12-03 | 1977-06-04 | 1977-12-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-12-03 | 1981-06-04 | 1981-12-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-12-03 | 1985-06-04 | 1985-12-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |