Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Inclined top cover
Patent
1991-06-07
1994-11-22
Friedman, Carl D.
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Inclined top cover
52643, E04B 702
Patent
active
053657055
ABSTRACT:
The roof assembly for a structure including a number of support elements including walls, columns and beams includes a plurality of complementary shaped roof panels which are selectively secured to each other as well as a support beam and the support elements of the structure. Also disclosed are standard designs for the support beam and roof panels which have modifiable parameters as well as methods of designing the roof assembly, assembling the roof and its constituate components, and manufacturing the roof panels.
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Crowley John S.
Parent Michel R.
Friedman Carl D.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Smith Creighton
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