Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – With means
Patent
1993-02-19
1995-03-21
Friedman, Carl D.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
With means
5274509, 52380, 52381, E04B 900
Patent
active
053984722
ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to systems and methods for quickly erecting horizontal and vertical structural members for use in residential, commercial, or industrial construction. The system utilizes building blocks composed of baled straw or other fibrous material, resulting in structures that are energy efficient and environmentally innocuous. A portable, reusable temporary support system is disclosed. The baled fiber blocks are stacked into wall or roofing components. Reinforcing ribs or beams are provided to enhance the load bearing capabilities of the component, and the bales are covered on their exposed faces with a rigid durable layer, preferably pneumatically applied concrete. Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for transferring shear forces between rigid exterior layers, vastly improving the structural integrity of the structural components.
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"Splendor out of Grass", article Sage Magazine, Aug. 2, 1992 (p. 14).
"Bricks of Bales, Walls of Straw", news article Features Section, The New Mexican, May 17, 1992.
Aubrey Beth A.
Baker Rod D.
Friedman Carl D.
The Shandel Group
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