Float module combination

Claim 2

A float module for construction of pier assemblies, floating platforms and the like which comprises: (a) a structure having high buoyancy, weather-resistant, and waterproof characteristics, (b) a structural recess formed along parallel edges of said structure open at the top and ends to provide a bench extending along the sides of said structure parallel to and spaced downwardly from the top, (c) fastening means embedded in said structure having portions extending into said recess above said bench, and adapted to transfix and lock to a structural element lying in said recess, (d) a structural element in the form of a flanged metal plate having a first portion lying against the back of said recess and a flanged portion lying against said bench, said first portion being transfixed by said fastening means, and (e) a vertical supporting gusset secured to said first portion of said structural element having a saddle recess on the top portion thereof for receiving and securing a dredge pipe.

Claim 3

A float module for construction of pier assemblies, floating platforms and the like which comprises: (a) a block-like floating cell defining a sealed, buoyant housing having end walls, a top wall, a bottom wall and side walls formed from a high density molded plastic material, said cell having a relatively deep narrow recess formed along the top of the side walls to provide a bench extending along the sides of the cell parallel to and spaced downwardly from the top wall and shaped to receive an elongate structural element rectangular in cross-section positioned vertically on edge in said recess, (b) an elongate, relatively rigid structural element rectangular in cross-section positioned on edge in each said recess formed of material to which other elements may be secured, (c) fastening means anchored in said cell extending into said recesses above said bench and transfixing said structural elements to secure said elements in said recess against said cell, and (d) a metallic structural element in the form of a flanged metal plate having a first portion lying against the back of said recess and a flanged portion lying against said bench, said first portion being transfixed by said fastening means, said portions of said metallic structural element each having a reinforcing flange extending respectively over the top and side of said structure adjacent said recess.

Claim 4

A float module for construction of pier assemblies, floating platforms and the like which comprises: (a) a block-like floating cell defining a sealed, buoyant housing having end walls, a top wall, a bottom wall and side walls formed from a high density molded plastic material, said cell having a relatively deep narrow recess formed along the top of the side walls to provide a bench extending along the sides of the cell parallel to and spaced downwardly from the top wall and shaped to receive an elongate structural element rectangular in cross-section positioned vertically on edge in said recess, (b) an elongate, relatively rigid structural element rectangular in cross-section positioned on edge in each said recess formed of material to which other elements may be secured, (c) fastening means anchored in said cell extending into said recesses above said bench and transfixing said structural elements to secure said elements in said recess against said cell, and (d) a metallic structural element in the form of a flanged metal plate having a first portion lying against the back of said recess and a flanged portion lying against said bench, said first portion being transfixed by said fastening means, said portions of said metallic structural element each having a reinforcing flange extending respectively over the top and side of said structure adjacent said recess.