Fork configuration dampers and method of using same
    1.
    发明授权
    Fork configuration dampers and method of using same 有权
    叉式配置阻尼器及其使用方法

    公开(公告)号:US08516753B2

    公开(公告)日:2013-08-27

    申请号:US13166453

    申请日:2011-06-22

    CPC classification number: E04H9/022 F16F1/40 F16F1/50 F16F15/02

    Abstract: A damping system including a first set of plates having one end thereof attached to a first vertically extending structural element, a second set of plates having one end thereof attached to a second vertically extending structural element spaced in a horizontal direction from the first vertically extending structural element, and arranged such that the first set of plates has a second end portion extending towards and overlapping with a second end portion of the second set of plates at an overlapping region, and further including an energy dissipating material provided in the overlapping region for connecting the first set of plates and the second set of plates.

    Abstract translation: 一种阻尼系统,包括第一组板,其一端连接到第一垂直延伸的结构元件,第二组板,其一端连接到沿着水平方向与第一垂直延伸结构隔开的第二垂直延伸的结构元件 并且布置成使得第一组板具有在重叠区域处朝向并与第二组板的第二端部重叠的第二端部,并且还包括设置在重叠区域中用于连接的能量消散材料 第一组板和第二组板。

    Coupling member for damping vibrations in building structures
    2.
    发明授权
    Coupling member for damping vibrations in building structures 有权
    用于阻尼建筑结构振动的联接构件

    公开(公告)号:US08881491B2

    公开(公告)日:2014-11-11

    申请号:US13979163

    申请日:2012-01-11

    CPC classification number: E04B1/98 E04H9/02 E04H9/022 F16F7/003

    Abstract: A building structure including a plurality of vertical elements extending from a ground surface with at least a first of the vertical elements connected to a second of the vertical elements by a coupling member, the coupling member includes a damping element for damping vibrations in the building structure resulting from relative movement between the first and second vertical elements due to lateral loads applied to the building structure. The damping element undergoes deformation due to the relative movement between the vertical elements causing the damping material to be activated in shear. At least one of a first and second fuse member is connected to at least one of first and second ends of the damping element respectively. The fuse member is selected from a material, and otherwise sized and dimensioned to exhibit semi-rigid behavior when the damping element undergoes deformation due to loads below a predetermined load limit and to undergo deformation without substantially increasing the load in the fuse and in the damping element when loads exceed the predetermined load limit, such that the damping element is prevented from deforming beyond its predetermined deformation limit and therefore avoiding any occurrence of damage that would reduce its ability to provide damping to the structure. First and second connecting means are also provided for rigidly connecting the first and second fuse members to the first and second vertical elements, respectively.

    Abstract translation: 一种建筑结构,包括从地面延伸的多个垂直元件,其中至少第一垂直元件通过联接构件连接到第二垂直元件,所述联接构件包括用于阻尼建筑结构中的振动的阻尼元件 这是由于施加到建筑结构的横向载荷引起的第一和第二垂直元件之间的相对移动。 阻尼元件由于垂直元件之间的相对运动而发生变形,导致阻尼材料在剪切中被激活。 第一和第二保险丝构件中的至少一个分别连接到阻尼元件的第一和第二端中的至少一个。 保险丝构件从材料中选择,并且其尺寸和尺寸设计成当阻尼元件由于负载低于预定负载极限而发生变形并且在不显着增加保险丝和阻尼中的负载的情况下进行变形时呈现半刚性行为 元件,当负载超过预定的负载极限时,使得阻尼元件被防止变形超过其预定变形极限,并且因此避免任何会降低其向结构提供阻尼的能力的损坏。 还提供了第一和第二连接装置,用于将第一和第二熔断体分别刚性地连接到第一和第二垂直元件。

    COUPLING MEMBER FOR DAMPING VIBRATIONS IN BUILDING STRUCTURES
    3.
    发明申请
    COUPLING MEMBER FOR DAMPING VIBRATIONS IN BUILDING STRUCTURES 有权
    用于建筑结构中阻尼振动的联合构件

    公开(公告)号:US20130283709A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-10-31

    申请号:US13979163

    申请日:2012-01-11

    CPC classification number: E04B1/98 E04H9/02 E04H9/022 F16F7/003

    Abstract: A building structure including a plurality of vertical elements extending from a ground surface with at least a first of the vertical elements connected to a second of the vertical elements by a coupling member, the coupling member includes a damping element for damping vibrations in the building structure resulting from relative movement between the first and second vertical elements due to lateral loads applied to the building structure. The damping element undergoes deformation due to the relative movement between the vertical elements causing the damping material to be activated in shear. At least one of a first and second fuse member is connected to at least one of first and second ends of the damping element respectively. The fuse member is selected from a material, and otherwise sized and dimensioned to exhibit semi-rigid behavior when the damping element undergoes deformation due to loads below a predetermined load limit and to undergo deformation without substantially increasing the load in the fuse and in the damping element when loads exceed the predetermined load limit, such that the damping element is prevented from deforming beyond its predetermined deformation limit and therefore avoiding any occurrence of damage that would reduce its ability to provide damping to the structure. First and second connecting means are also provided for rigidly connecting the first and second fuse members to the first and second vertical elements, respectively.

    Abstract translation: 一种建筑结构,包括从地面延伸的多个垂直元件,其中至少第一垂直元件通过联接构件连接到第二垂直元件,所述联接构件包括用于阻尼建筑结构中的振动的阻尼元件 这是由于施加到建筑结构的横向载荷引起的第一和第二垂直元件之间的相对移动。 阻尼元件由于垂直元件之间的相对运动而发生变形,导致阻尼材料在剪切中被激活。 第一和第二保险丝构件中的至少一个分别连接到阻尼元件的第一和第二端中的至少一个。 保险丝构件从材料中选择,并且其尺寸和尺寸设计成当阻尼元件由于负载低于预定负载极限而发生变形并且在不显着增加保险丝和阻尼中的负载的情况下进行变形时呈现半刚性特性 元件,当负载超过预定的负载极限时,使得阻尼元件被防止变形超过其预定变形极限,并且因此避免任何会降低其向结构提供阻尼的能力的损坏。 还提供了第一和第二连接装置,用于将第一和第二熔断体分别刚性地连接到第一和第二垂直元件。

    Fork Configuration Dampers and Method of Using Same
    4.
    发明申请
    Fork Configuration Dampers and Method of Using Same 有权
    叉形配置阻尼器及其使用方法

    公开(公告)号:US20110283653A1

    公开(公告)日:2011-11-24

    申请号:US13166453

    申请日:2011-06-22

    CPC classification number: E04H9/022 F16F1/40 F16F1/50 F16F15/02

    Abstract: A damping system including a first set of plates having one end thereof attached to a first vertically extending structural element, a second set of plates having one end thereof attached to a second vertically extending structural element spaced in a horizontal direction from the first vertically extending structural element, and arranged such that the first set of plates has a second end portion extending towards and overlapping with a second end portion of the second set of plates at an overlapping region, and further including an energy dissipating material provided in the overlapping region for connecting the first set of plates and the second set of plates.

    Abstract translation: 一种阻尼系统,包括第一组板,其一端连接到第一垂直延伸的结构元件,第二组板,其一端连接到沿着水平方向与第一垂直延伸结构隔开的第二垂直延伸的结构元件 并且布置成使得第一组板具有在重叠区域处朝向并与第二组板的第二端部重叠的第二端部,并且还包括设置在重叠区域中用于连接的能量消散材料 第一组板和第二组板。

    Cast structural connectors
    5.
    发明授权
    Cast structural connectors 有权
    铸造结构连接器

    公开(公告)号:US08701359B2

    公开(公告)日:2014-04-22

    申请号:US11741315

    申请日:2007-04-27

    Abstract: A cast structural connector connects a structural member, such as a hollow structural section (HSS) or wide flange (W) section member, to a structural frame. The connector is particularly suited for lateral bracing and includes a first end configured to receive the structural member and be welded to the structural member, a second end for connecting to the structural frame, and an intermediate portion. The first end includes beveling allowing compatibility with structural members of varying sizes and enabling complete joint penetration welding thereby developing the full axial strength of the structural member. The intermediate portion provides for transmission of forces as the frame deforms, for example, under severe seismic conditions, and can include a flexural plastic hinge portion. The connector can be welded to the structural frame or connected by a standard fabricated end connection, such as a gusset plate. Casting manufacturing allows for mass production of the connector.

    Abstract translation: 铸造结构连接器将诸如中空结构部分(HSS)或宽法兰(W)部分构件的结构构件连接到结构框架。 连接器特别适用于横向支撑,并且包括构造成接收结构构件并被焊接到结构构件的第一端,用于连接到结构框架的第二端和中间部分。 第一端包括斜面,允许与不同尺寸的结构构件兼容,并且能够实现完全的接头穿透焊接,从而显现结构构件的全部轴向强度。 当框架例如在严酷的地震条件下变形时,中间部分提供力的传递,并且可以包括弯曲塑性铰链部分。 连接器可以焊接到结构框架或通过标准制造的端部连接(例如角撑板)连接。 铸造制造允许大量生产连接器。

    Self-Centering Energy Dissipative Brace Apparatus With Tensioning Elements
    7.
    发明申请
    Self-Centering Energy Dissipative Brace Apparatus With Tensioning Elements 有权
    具有张紧元件的自定心能量耗散装置

    公开(公告)号:US20080016794A1

    公开(公告)日:2008-01-24

    申请号:US10591381

    申请日:2005-03-03

    CPC classification number: E04H9/02 E04H9/028

    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a self-centering energy dissipative brace apparatus. A bracing system is often needed to stabilize, strengthen or stiffen structures such as buildings which are subjected to severe or extreme conditions. The brace apparatus may be installed in a structure to dissipate input energy and minimize residual deformations related to exceptional loading imposed on the structure by winds, earthquakes, impacts or explosions. The apparatus integrates self-centering properties and energy, dissipative capacities which help minimize structural damage.

    Abstract translation: 本发明一般涉及一种自定心能量耗散支架装置。 通常需要一个支撑系统来稳定,加强或加固结构,例如遭受严酷或极端条件的建筑物。 支架装置可以安装在消散输入能量的结构中,并使与通过风,地震,冲击或爆炸施加在结构上的异常负载相关的残余变形最小化。 该设备集成了自定心性能和能量,耗散能力,有助于最小化结构损坏。

    CAST STRUCTURAL CONNECTORS
    8.
    发明申请
    CAST STRUCTURAL CONNECTORS 有权
    CAST结构连接器

    公开(公告)号:US20070253766A1

    公开(公告)日:2007-11-01

    申请号:US11741315

    申请日:2007-04-27

    Abstract: A cast structural connector connects a structural member, such as a hollow structural section (HSS) or wide flange (W) section member, to a structural frame. The connector is particularly suited for lateral bracing and includes a first end configured to receive the structural member and be welded to the structural member, a second end for connecting to the structural frame, and an intermediate portion. The first end includes beveling allowing compatibility with structural members of varying sizes and enabling complete joint penetration welding thereby developing the full axial strength of the structural member. The intermediate portion provides for transmission of forces as the frame deforms, for example, under severe seismic conditions, and can include a flexural plastic hinge portion. The connector can be welded to the structural frame or connected by a standard fabricated end connection, such as a gusset plate. Casting manufacturing allows for mass production of the connector.

    Abstract translation: 铸造结构连接器将诸如中空结构部分(HSS)或宽法兰(W)部分构件的结构构件连接到结构框架。 连接器特别适用于横向支撑,并且包括构造成接收结构构件并被焊接到结构构件的第一端,用于连接到结构框架的第二端和中间部分。 第一端包括斜面,允许与不同尺寸的结构构件兼容,并且能够实现完全的接头穿透焊接,从而显现结构构件的全部轴向强度。 当框架例如在严酷的地震条件下变形时,中间部分提供力的传递,并且可以包括弯曲塑性铰链部分。 连接器可以焊接到结构框架或通过标准制造的端部连接(例如角撑板)连接。 铸造制造允许大量生产连接器。

    Cast structural yielding fuse
    9.
    发明授权
    Cast structural yielding fuse 有权
    铸造结构保险丝

    公开(公告)号:US08683758B2

    公开(公告)日:2014-04-01

    申请号:US12600067

    申请日:2008-05-15

    Abstract: A yielding fuse device is provided for use in association with a brace member in a bracing assembly for a structural frame. The device includes arms or elements that yield flexurally when a bracing member moves in an axial direction, with the bracing assembly under either tension or compression loading conditions. The device of the present invention is particularly useful as a mass customized cast device. The device is well suited for seismic bracing applications.

    Abstract translation: 屈服保险丝装置被提供用于与用于结构框架的支撑组件中的支撑构件相关联。 该装置包括当支撑构件在轴向方向上移动时弯曲地产生的臂或元件,其中支撑组件处于张力或压缩载荷条件下。 本发明的装置作为大规模定制铸造装置是特别有用的。 该装置非常适用于地震支撑应用。

    SELF-CENTERING ENERGY DISSIPATIVE BRACE APPARATUS WITH TENSIONING ELEMENTS
    10.
    发明申请
    SELF-CENTERING ENERGY DISSIPATIVE BRACE APPARATUS WITH TENSIONING ELEMENTS 审中-公开
    具有拉伸元件的自我中心能量消耗装置

    公开(公告)号:US20120266548A1

    公开(公告)日:2012-10-25

    申请号:US13495502

    申请日:2012-06-13

    CPC classification number: E04H9/02 E04H9/028

    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a self-centering energy dissipative brace apparatus. A bracing system is often needed to stabilize, strengthen or stiffen structures such as buildings which are subjected to severe or extreme conditions. The brace apparatus may be installed in a structure to dissipate input energy and minimize residual deformations related to exceptional loading imposed on the structure by winds, earthquakes, impacts or explosions. The apparatus integrates self-centering properties and energy dissipative capacities which help minimize structural damage.

    Abstract translation: 本发明一般涉及一种自定心能量耗散支架装置。 通常需要一个支撑系统来稳定,加强或加固结构,例如遭受严酷或极端条件的建筑物。 支架装置可以安装在消散输入能量的结构中,并使与通过风,地震,冲击或爆炸施加在结构上的异常负载相关的残余变形最小化。 该设备集成了自定心特性和能量耗散能力,有助于最小化结构损坏。

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