Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Processes – Protection
Patent
1993-05-03
1997-01-07
Canfield, Robert
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Processes
Protection
521677, 521678, 52292, 521674, 527411, 248608, 248678, 248560, F16M 1300, E04H 902
Patent
active
055905064
ABSTRACT:
A system for supporting an architectural element such that the supporting structure resists unexpected, infrequent shocks such as might be encountered during an earthquake or other disaster and isolates the architectural element from variations in the level or stability of the surface on which the structure rests. The system provides an apparatus for supporting an architectural element that includes a pair of laterally spaced apart fixed bearing members arranged on a surface beneath or adjacent to a site for an architectural element, and an elongated elastic member supported on bearing surfaces of the bearing members at a distance spaced inwardly from the ends of the elongated member. An architectural element, which may comprise a base for a building or other structure, a building, or a portion of a building, may be placed in association with the elongated member. Beginning from an equilibrium state, the elongated member is capable of bending in proportion to the magnitude of an additional load applied intermediate the ends of the elongated members, with the ends of the elongated members sliding against the bearing members a distance also proportional to the magnitude of the additional load.
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