Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Means compensating earth-transmitted force
Reexamination Certificate
2004-07-26
2010-02-23
Chilcot, Jr., Richard E (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Means compensating earth-transmitted force
C052S092100, C052S153000, C052S702000, C052S706000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07665253
ABSTRACT:
A true retrofit hurricane and earthquake clip for connecting the roof to the outside wall. The metal connector includes a base member with formed pockets that form tunnels. The base member has attaching means to outside sheathing and the underlying top plate of a wall. Threaded rods from the roof are inserted through the tunnels of the base member and tightened together. The invention can be installed on different structural members of a house including a rafter, hip rafter, valley rafter, and facia board. The connector inhibits uplift, detachment, outward thrusting, twisting, and lateral movement, thereby preventing wind and seismic damage to a building.
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Chilcot, Jr. Richard E
Triggs Andrew J
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