Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Compound curve structure – Geodesic shape
Reexamination Certificate
2005-03-22
2005-03-22
Yip, Winnie (Department: 3637)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Compound curve structure
Geodesic shape
C052S080200, C052S646000, C052SDIG001, C108S150000, C135S128000, C135S120400, C297S445100
Reexamination Certificate
active
06868640
ABSTRACT:
A plurality of compression members are arranged to provide a shape. Each compression member has a first end, a second end and a body. At least one of the compression members has a body which is generally non-congruous with a straight line between its first and second ends. At least one tensile member is coupled to at least two compression members. At least one removable ligature can be coupled to at least two compression members, such that the structure is collapsible. At least one surface can be coupled to at least one compression member, forming at least one curved surface of a toroid.
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Fenwick & West LLP
Tom Barber Design, Inc.
Yip Winnie
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