Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Means compensating earth-transmitted force – Cross bracing
Reexamination Certificate
2011-08-23
2011-08-23
Canfield, Robert (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Means compensating earth-transmitted force
Cross bracing
C052S167400, C052S167600, C052S167800, C052S295000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08001734
ABSTRACT:
A lateral bracing system having high initial stiffness and including yield links capable of effectively dissipating stresses generated within the lateral bracing system under lateral loads.
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Anderson Guy T.
Pryor Steven E.
Ahmad Charissa
Canfield Robert
Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc.
Vierra Magen Marcus & DeNiro LLP
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