Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – With component having discrete prestressing means – Specific prestressing means
Patent
1997-10-29
2000-02-22
Kent, Christopher T.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
With component having discrete prestressing means
Specific prestressing means
522237, 52 7911, 52 7912, 52 7913, 521671, 403147, 403195, 403368, E04C 508
Patent
active
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ABSTRACT:
A masonry reinforcement system includes a number of tensioning rods extending from the top to the bottom of a masonry wall structure in spaced columns. In each column, several rod segments are interconnected at each floor diaphragm using a double conical connector assembly. In portions of the wall structure where rod columns cannot be placed, such as window regions, spring tensioning assemblies are installed using a similar double conical connector assembly. Each type of connector assembly is embedded in a pocket formed in the masonry wall structure using a hardenable grout. After installation, the rods are post-tensioned to provide a compressive axial load to the masonry wall structure. The spring tensioner assemblies are tensioned prior to applying the grout to the void in the wall. For deteriorated masonry walls, reinforcing members are installed in bore holes formed in the mortar using a hard epoxy bonding agent and a finishing mortar layer so that the reinforcing members blend into the appearance of the masonry wall structure.
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Barnes Kenyon
Locke Reginald A. J.
Horton-Richardson Yvonne
Kent Christopher T.
Locke Reginald A. J.
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