Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Compound curve structure – Geodesic shape
Patent
1986-11-10
1988-01-26
Pate, III, William F.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Compound curve structure
Geodesic shape
52 80, 52 82, 52167, 52295, E04D 132, E04D 198, E02D 2734, E04H 902
Patent
active
047209470
ABSTRACT:
An improved dome-type structure having a plurality of load bearing rib elements extending upwards from a base and meeting at a common vertex, a roof deck extending over and supported by these rib elements and vertical side panels are all disposed so as to form an enclosure. The improvement comprises using components for forming the roof deck which are generally trapezoidal and rectangular in shape. The structure is assembled with the interconnection of the trapezoidal and rectangular-shaped components with and without structural ribs which are of inverted T-shape in cross-section. A water trap is provided at one or more places around the base of the structure, and, in locations where there is a scarcity of water, an underground reservoir is provided beneath the structure. The arrangement provides protection against earthquakes and earth tremors.
The invention also contemplates the transportation of a complete shell unit under its own power by air lift.
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Oujevolk George B.
Pate III William F.
Safavi Michael
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