US4129915A
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Cable tensioning means for king post structuring
Assignee: United States Department of the Army
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Filing: 1978-04-14
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Granted: 1978-12-19
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Expires: 1998-04-14
Abstract
Abstract A cable tensioning means for use in reinforcing bridges or structural spa The unit is stowed for transport within the confines of the structure and is moved into operating position by a hydraulic leverage system. The reinforcing cable is fixed at each end and is threaded around dual sheaves within the unit. Tension or prestress is introduced to the cable by separation of causing one sheave to move away from the other.
Inventors
- 👤 William R. Abell
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 23:06
CPC Classifications
E; E01; E01D; E01D15/00; E01D15/12; E01D15/124
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
133 words
A bridge structure having at least one tensioning cable attached thereto at two longitudenally spaced points, at least one post pivoted to said bridge structure at a location between said spaced points, an end of said post spaced from the pivot connection to said bridge structure adapted to engage the cable; means associated with and attached to said bridge structure and said post for rotating said post about the pivot connection to said bridge structure into its operative position, said operative position being substantially perpendicular to the span of said bridge structure; sheave means associated with and attached to said post; said tensioning cable being threaded around said sheaves and means associated with said sheaves for causing separation of said sheaves whereby tension is introduced to said cable for reinforcing the bridge structure.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
133 words
A bridge structure having at least one tensioning cable attached thereto at two longitudenally spaced points, at least one post pivoted to said bridge structure at a location between said spaced points, an end of said post spaced from the pivot connection to said bridge structure adapted to engage the cable; means associated with and attached to said bridge structure and said post for rotating said post about the pivot connection to said bridge structure into its operative position, said operative position being substantially perpendicular to the span of said bridge structure; sheave means associated with and attached to said post; said tensioning cable being threaded around said sheaves and means associated with said sheaves for causing separation of said sheaves whereby tension is introduced to said cable for reinforcing the bridge structure.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
45 words
A bridge structure as set forth in claim 1 wherein said means for causing separation of the sheaves includes a worm gear connected to one of said sheaves, a gear box connected to said worm gear and a hydraulic motor for operating said gear box.
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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) | 1981-12-18 | 1982-06-19 | 1982-12-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-12-18 | 1986-06-19 | 1986-12-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-12-18 | 1990-06-19 | 1990-12-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |