Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Exterior-type flashing
Reexamination Certificate
2011-06-28
2011-06-28
Chilcot, Jr., Richard E (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Exterior-type flashing
C052S084000, C052S300000, C052S060000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07966773
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus disposed along and attached to a wall edge to mitigate wind-generated vortices and suction loads on the wall, suitable and convenient for both new constructions and retrofits of existing buildings. Preferred configurations are described and include such types as wall edge cap, wall edge windscreen and wall edge wind spoiler, each utilizing a distinctive primary aerodynamic mechanism, often with optional secondary mechanisms to enhance vortex-suppressing effects.
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Chilcot, Jr. Richard E
Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett & Dunner LLP
Renscience IP Holdings Inc.
Wendell Mark R
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