Tension member

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2006-06-13

2006-06-13

Friedman, Carl D. (Department: 3635)

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

With component having discrete prestressing means

Anchorage

C052S223140, C052S749100, C052S749100, C052S749100, C057S210000, C057S232000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07059091

ABSTRACT:
A tension member comprising a plurality of fiber filaments gathered into a plurality of strands. The filaments run close together, and a protective sheath is provided around the strands. Each strand is coated on the exterior thereof with a strand sheath of a material having a low friction coefficient, permitting the strands to move longitudinally in relation to one another and independently of each other.

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