Communications: electrical – Traffic control indicator
Reexamination Certificate
2011-01-25
2011-01-25
Mckinnon, Terrell (Department: 3632)
Communications: electrical
Traffic control indicator
C174S041000, C248S218400
Reexamination Certificate
active
07876236
ABSTRACT:
Devices, systems, and methods for reinforcing a traffic control assembly are provided. In some embodiments, a retrofitted traffic control assembly configured to reinforce a traffic signal assembly in high wind conditions is provided, where the assembly includes a clamping assembly having clamping members that at least partially surround an existing traffic signal disconnect hanger, and bar members positioned substantially perpendicular to the clamping members. In certain embodiments, stiffening members may be placed in, on, or adjacent to a traffic signal and/or a traffic signal disconnect hanger to further reinforce the traffic signal assembly. Also provided are connection assemblies for reinforcing the portion of a traffic control assembly positioned between a traffic signal disconnect hanger and an upper span wire, for example.
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