Using Prefabricated Subenclosure Patents (Class 52/745.02)
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Publication number: 20130133271Abstract: A stackable mobile platform vehicle with a body with attached tires and wheels. The vehicle body and operation components such as, computer controls, LCD screens, GPS, radio, fuel tank, engine, motor, generator and battery are removable. Motor and generator can be used together to generate electricity to supply power to lighting, communications equipment, water, water pumps, water filter and other equipment. The vehicle body or fame can be used to form buildings, walls, enclosures and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2011Publication date: May 30, 2013Inventor: Alan Niedzwiecki
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Publication number: 20130125478Abstract: A transportable apparatus for shelter comprising two sections, a base section and a top section. The base section and the top section have cavities that can be filled with water or are pre-filled with foam. The top section may be cone-shaped or dome-shaped, and is dimensioned to be placed on the base section. After the top section is placed on the base section, the top section can be secured to the base section via bolts. Finally, both the top section and bottom section are divided into sections such that if one section develops a leak the other sections remain unaffected.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2013Publication date: May 23, 2013Inventor: Michael Francis Trochan
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Publication number: 20130118097Abstract: Embodiments provide modular seismic safety systems and methods of providing safe zones and emergency equipment for use in public and private buildings. In various embodiments, the modular safety systems may include at least one safety module that may be installed in a pre-existing structure in order to provide a safety zone configured to withstand a seismic emergency. In various embodiments, the safety module may be configured to withstand the forces of an earthquake, and may be seismically isolated from the preexisting structure by an expansion joint. In some embodiments, a plurality of safety modules may be installed, and they may work together to form in internal bracing structure. Various embodiments also may include a freestanding safety capsule that contains safety equipment and that is exterior to the building. Also disclosed are methods of providing a cost-effective modular safety system for use in a school or other public building.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2012Publication date: May 16, 2013Inventor: Benjamin J. Kaiser
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Publication number: 20130086849Abstract: The disclosed technology relates to a modular structure having a floor, a ceiling and at least four walls. The walls being constructed from a plurality of bent metal panels. These bent metal panels create a rigid and continuous substrate. The walls are also pre-fabricated to incorporate embedded architectural and mechanical design elements. During the main assembly phase the floor is mounted to the walls, the sides of the walls are then mounted to each other and the ceiling is then mounted to the walls thereby forming a monolithic frame structure. This monolithic structure enables a more efficient fabrication and assembly process.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2012Publication date: April 11, 2013Applicant: XSite ModularInventors: Jonathan Clouser, Michael Hathaway
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Patent number: 8413404Abstract: An underground utility vault replacement method and system which create an inner structural envelope is shown to protect workers and equipment. It restores structural integrity and safety to the area within a decaying underground vault, without major disruptions above and/or below the ground. The system includes a plurality of structural walls, ceiling panels and structural beams and floor track. All structural elements are sized in width/height/thickness and methodically inserted through the existing manhole and maneuvered in place. Wall panels are attached to the floor by way of a secure track. Wall and ceiling panels are connected by way of a tongue and groove connection and an adhesive.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2012Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Assignee: Voltek International, Inc.Inventors: Aram Stepanian, Vahe Karamardian
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Patent number: 8407964Abstract: A method that streamlines concrete building construction and marketing of the building. Prefabrication units are designed and constructed in a controlled environment at a prefabrication factory using familiar, off the shelf components already used in the concrete construction industry. The method has allows one to build the prefabrication unit, which is 90% of the structure in the factory, with the remaining 10%, including the external walls and final utility connections, at the building site. Also because the prefabricated structures are light-weight and pre-finished structures, on-site installation is easier. With the prefabrication units completed at the factory, plumbing, heating and electrical and finishing can be tested and corrected while complete access is still available in the earlier stages of construction. Plumbing, electrical, heating tradesmen and subsequent inspectors visit the building site only for hook-up and inspection.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2010Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Inventor: Eric Roy
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Publication number: 20130055654Abstract: A modular house building system has floor module supports; floor modules; wall modules; window panel modules; door panel modules; and fasteners, wherein the modules are connected to one another in any of a number of configurations using the fasteners to form a chosen modular house configuration; wherein the wall, window panel, and door panel modules each include horizontal planks, vertical planks that define an outer perimeter of each the module, and interstitial planks connected between the vertical planks that are used to increase the strength of each the module, and are connected together in any one of a plurality of configurations to form each respective module in a pre-chosen dimension and configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2012Publication date: March 7, 2013Inventor: Luc Lemieux
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Publication number: 20130047521Abstract: A self-contained portable habitat apparatus may be used in a radiological environment. The habitat apparatus includes a outer container adapted for being portable and freestanding, and the outer container is outfitted to include a chamber structure within the outer container. The chamber structure at least partially defines in interior space for being occupied by one or more humans. The chamber structure may be adapted for attenuating gamma radiation. Regarding the chamber structure being adapted for attenuating gamma radiation, the chamber structure may comprise one or more liners and/or panels, such as structural insulated panels. The one or more liners and/or panels may comprise a flexible layer, and the flexible layer may comprise polymeric material and metal, wherein the metal is for attenuating radiation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2012Publication date: February 28, 2013Inventor: Steven M. Yoder
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Patent number: 8371091Abstract: A building system and method by means of at least two prefabricated structures comprising a first prefabricated structure containing at least two lateral walls, a front wall and a back wall; a second prefabricated structure containing at least two lateral walls, a front wall and a back wall; a first transportation axis in which said first prefabricated structure is mounted, capable of towing said first prefabricated structure to a building site and said first transportation axis is parked in the construction site; a second transportation axis in which said second prefabricated structure is mounted, capable of towing said second prefabricated structure to said building site and said second transportation axis is parked in the construction site; at least one of said lateral, back or from wall of each one of said first and second prefabricated structure is dismounted, dismantled or rolled up; wherein said first and second prefabricated structures are joined in such a manner that said prefabricated structures areType: GrantFiled: April 22, 2009Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Inventor: Rodrigo Graf
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Publication number: 20130014451Abstract: A prefabricated integrated utilities building core including a floor diaphragm, four walls connected to the floor diaphragm, and a utilities access corridor, and a method of constructing a building using the same are disclosed herein. The floor diaphragm and the four walls form an interior of the prefabricated integrated utilities building core. The utilities access corridor has at least one access wall with a passage configured to provide access to and from the utilities access corridor from the interior of the prefabricated integrated utilities building core. There are a plurality of integrated utilities arranged within the prefabricated integrated utilities building core so as to be fully accessible from within the utilities access corridor. The utilities access corridor also includes an in-floor access hatch arranged to provide access to an in-floor portion of at least the plumbing of the plurality of integrated utilities.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2012Publication date: January 17, 2013Inventors: Rodney Allen Russell, Evelyn Elaine Grime, Joseph Erik Peavey
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Publication number: 20130008095Abstract: A portable severe weather shelter for use in connecting to an existing housing structure supported by a ground surface is disclosed. The portable severe whether shelter comprises a shell, a connector and an anchor. The shell defines an interior cavity and an entrance opening in communication with the cavity, the cavity sized and oriented to temporarily accept at least one adult substantially surrounded by the shell. The connector has a release portion and is adapted to connect the shell to the housing structure wherein the release portion is configured to tear under a severe weather event to separate the shell from the housing structure. The anchor device adapted to removably secure the shell to the ground surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2012Publication date: January 10, 2013Inventors: Gregory Hoover, John R. Sinkler
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Publication number: 20120311939Abstract: The present invention relates to a freestanding architectonic and constructive proposal, produced in the manufacturing facilities, which starting from an interconnectable basic model it can be assembled and reassembled according to specific requirements. Depending on the amount and shapes, it can scale up into horizontal, vertical or both complex architectonic structures. It is a foldable structure which allows easy arrangements for transportation and location in situ. Its configuration is carried through synchronized and symmetric orthogonal rotations and translations, both in its folding phase (1) and its unfolding phase (2), (FIG. 1), executed through any electric, pneumatic, hydraulic or manual system. Each one is integrated by axially symmetric segments forming the cover, the functional wall and the floor. The functional wall can lodge in its frame a typical wall, a functional piece of furniture or incorporate a Specialized Coupling Module.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2010Publication date: December 13, 2012Inventor: Alvaro Alfonso Barragán Olaya
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Publication number: 20120311940Abstract: A hard side shelter is convertible between transport and deployed modes. When in the transport mode, the shelter has an envelope identical to an ISO-cargo container. A side section floor and cover are each connected to the center section for rotating between being coplanar with the center section floor and roof when in the deployed mode, and being vertical and lying in a center section side planes when in a transport mode. Each side section has end and middle panels that are turnable relative to each other, and a door assembly that is turnable relative to the middle panels. Locking bars engaged the center section floor when the shelter is in a transport mode, and engage the side section floors when the shelter is in the deployed mode. The shelter is handleable by pallet handling systems and includes insulation panels to enhance the heat transfer characteristics of the shelter.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2012Publication date: December 13, 2012Inventor: Martin A. Medley
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Publication number: 20120291372Abstract: An underground utility vault replacement method and system which create an inner structural envelope is shown to protect workers and equipment. It restores structural integrity and safety to the area within a decaying underground vault, without major disruptions above and/or below the ground. The system includes a plurality of structural walls, ceiling panels and structural beams and floor track. All structural elements are sized in width/height/thickness and methodically inserted through the existing manhole and maneuvered in place. Wall panels are attached to the floor by way of a secure track. Wall and ceiling panels are connected by way of a tongue and groove connection and an adhesive.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2012Publication date: November 22, 2012Inventors: Aram Stepanian, Vahe Karamardian
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Patent number: 8307604Abstract: An underground utility vault replacement method and system which create an inner structural envelope is shown to protect workers and equipment. It restores structural integrity and safety to the area within a decaying underground vault, without major disruptions above and/or below the ground. The system includes a plurality of structural walls, ceiling panels and structural beams and floor track. All structural elements are sized in width/height/thickness and methodically inserted through the existing manhole and maneuvered in place. Wall panels are attached to the floor by way of a secure track. Wall and ceiling panels are connected by way of a tongue and groove connection and an adhesive.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2010Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Voltek International, Inc.Inventors: Aram Stepanian, Vahe Karamardian
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Publication number: 20120279141Abstract: A modular building unit for use in constructing a building comprises a top, a base, two opposed ends and at least one open side. The at least one open side extends between the two opposed ends and is free of upwardly extending structural supports. The modular building unit is configured to be interconnected to a second modular building unit along the at least one open side. The building unit is dimensioned to enable the building unit to be accommodated at or within a predetermined width limit for transportation before assembly and the building unit and the second modular building unit, when assembled, exceeding the predetermined width limit.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2011Publication date: November 8, 2012Applicant: EPSILON INDUSTRIES INC.Inventors: Chris Wiederick, Darryl Gillespie, Steve McAllister, Bruce Johnston
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Publication number: 20120180424Abstract: A method of building a structure at a job site, the method comprising dividing the structure into multiple substructures, the multiple substructures defining the structure; selecting at least one construction automation module adapted to assist in assembly of the structure at the job site, the at least one construction automation module provided at the job site; defining a material kit for at least one substructure, the material kit having components; identifying automation assisted components of the material kit as one or more of the components identified to be handled by the at least one construction automation module; fabricating the material kit for the at least one substructure is provided, the components of the material kit being pre-cut to length and size; delivering the material kit to the job site; supplying the automation assisted components of the material kit to the automation component; and assembling the substructure using the automation component.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2011Publication date: July 19, 2012Applicant: Dunmow Systems CorporationInventors: Foster D. Hinshaw, William J. Fosnight
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Publication number: 20120180425Abstract: A method of manufacturing reinforced structures wherein a hardened steel shell is constructed to desired specifications and anchored to a structure's foundation. The remainder of the structure is constructed around the hardened steel shell, thereby incorporating the steel shell as an integrated room or section of the structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2012Publication date: July 19, 2012Inventors: David M. Dooley, Fred J. Gossen, JR.
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Publication number: 20120131857Abstract: An inflatable enclosure and a method for erecting the inflatable enclosure are provided. The inflatable enclosure comprises an inflatable middle section and inflatable end sections abutting opposing ends of the inflatable middle section to enclose a space. Each of the inflatable middle section and the inflatable end sections comprises an inflatable structural framework. The inflatable structural framework comprises a network of pneumatically interconnected inflated beams that defines one or more openings of predetermined shapes in the inflatable structural framework. The inflatable enclosure comprises multiple tile members that are inserted in the openings in the inflatable structural framework. The tile members are configured to plug and sealably encase the openings to form a contiguous structure with the pneumatically interconnected inflated beams, when inflated.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2010Publication date: May 31, 2012Inventor: Christopher Ross-da Silva
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Patent number: 8186109Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to a reconfigurable armored unit for use in training exercises. In one aspect, a reconfigurable training facility is provided. The reconfigurable training facility includes a first modular unit. The reconfigurable training facility further includes a second modular unit, wherein each modular unit includes a frame with corner connection members and a grid system, whereby the corner connection members are used to connect the modular units together and whereby the grid system is used to selectively support a plurality of panels. In another aspect, a modular unit for use in a reconfigurable training facility is provided. In yet another aspect, a method of forming a reconfigurable training facility is provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2009Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Assignee: UXB International, Inc.Inventor: Michael F. Warminsky
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Patent number: 8151537Abstract: A method of deploying a cooperating set of prefabricated structure comprises positioning a first prefabricated structure including a first shell and a first extension nested within the first shell, the first shell and first extension having corresponding frames that form channels communicating electrical wiring. The method further comprises positioning a second prefabricated structure including a second shell and a second extension nested within the second shell, the second shell and second extension having corresponding frames that form channels communicating electrical wiring. The electrical wiring of the first prefabricated structure and the second prefabricated structure connect so that the first prefabricated structure and the second prefabricated structure share a common electrical system.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2008Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: Green Horizon Manufacturing LLCInventor: James D. Pope
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Publication number: 20120060430Abstract: The foldable habitation has a foldable roof with a central section which can be folded into a generally flat configuration for transportation and storage, and which can be automatically deployed into a chevron shape upon deploying lateral sections of the roof. A novel method of handling a foldable habitation is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2010Publication date: March 15, 2012Applicant: HABITAFLEX CONCEPTInventors: Daniel Laprise, Mathieu Fortin
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Publication number: 20110314747Abstract: Inflatable protective structures for sleeping, privacy and or containment are disclosed. A certain defined area that will consist of an inflatable sitting or sleeping area as well as a non inflatable area for such use as storage or changing. Said area to be enclosed by inflatable walls at two ends that are higher than the sleeping area high enough for a person to sit. Inflatable walls at each end act as support for a roof. Roof consisting of a light cloth like material which would enclose top, front and back and sides and bottom. Front and back of structure may include windows and a door for easy access. Alternatively cloth material could be partially removed with roof or walls only remaining. These Additional uses could be as a child or pet play pen and sleeping area. Unit could also be used without tent like covering.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2010Publication date: December 29, 2011Inventor: Charles O. Massey
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Publication number: 20110289860Abstract: Apparatus manually configurable from a portable unit configuration into an assembled configuration provides a rigid shelter including a solar powered electricity supply circuit. The rigid shelter including the solar powered electrical supply circuit is manually configurable into reusable disassembled parts. Wall elements are releasably connectable between a base element and a roof element. Corner elements are used to define a unit. A plurality of units may be arranged as a single storey shelter or as a multi-storey shelter. External shelter elements have solar energy collector cells that may form part of an external element. A shipping container arrangement includes a plurality of stacked portable unit configurations.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2010Publication date: December 1, 2011Applicant: BLUE PLANET BUILDINGS (UK) LIMITEDInventor: Derick Wilson
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Publication number: 20110289856Abstract: A portable container is provided which comprises a passing room(s) allowing entry into a second area into a first area, the passing room having at least two openings with a walkway in-between. Barrier device(s) can be located in the walkway but not connected to the first or second opening. A control room(s) can also be provided, the control room being connected to the passing room(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2011Publication date: December 1, 2011Applicant: MODULAR SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.Inventor: Robert Rhett Slagel
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Publication number: 20110265397Abstract: A transportable apparatus for shelter comprising two sections, a base section and a top section. The base section and the top section have cavities that can be filled with water to encumber the apparatus. The top section is preferably cone-shaped, and is dimensioned to be placed on the base section. After the top section is placed on the base section, the top section can be secured to the base section via bolts. Finally, both the top section and bottom section are divided into sections such that if one section develops a leak the other sections remain unaffected.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2011Publication date: November 3, 2011Inventor: Michael Francis Trochan
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Publication number: 20110265396Abstract: A building includes first and second building modules connected together by a connector system. The connector system comprises a first connector block (51) fixed to the first building module, a second connector block (52) fixed to the second building module, a load bearing fixing plate (63) interposed between the first and second building modules and projecting outwardly therefrom, and a spigot (61) that passes through an opening in the fixing plate (63), projecting on one side of the plate into an opening in the first connector block (51) and projecting on the opposite side of the plate into an opening in the second connector block (52).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2008Publication date: November 3, 2011Inventor: David Heather
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Publication number: 20110252719Abstract: Construction systems for erecting building structures comprise a plurality of prefabricated interconnectable modular building units, each unit comprising a frame shaped as a rectangular parallelopiped and comprised of framing members and a plurality of nodes, each node situated at a corner of said frame for selective interconnection with other units, the framing members comprising eight edge rails, at least one edge rail in one unit being interconnected by beam stitching with a respective edge rail in at least one other unit, the nodes and the exterior dimensions of the frame conforming to ISO shipping standards such that each unit is transportable using the ISO intermodal transportation system, and such that when the units are aggregated horizontally and vertically and adjacent units are interconnected, a building structure comprising at least one habitable space is formed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2011Publication date: October 20, 2011Inventor: David Wallance
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Publication number: 20110252741Abstract: A structural system for use in areas in which space is valuable. The structural system has the ability to transform from a first object or shape into a self-contained meeting center. The structural system may be used for interior and exterior applications. The structural system may also include a mobile, micro-climate controlled chair system.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2011Publication date: October 20, 2011Applicant: Prototype Productions, Inc.Inventors: Italo D. Travez, Jose V. Travez, Bryan Ramos
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Publication number: 20110219708Abstract: When constructing a unit building having a middle scale or more such as especially an apartment house, a long and large size building unit capable of reducing construction period while increasing construction efficiency and being economically provided can be achieved. Detachable temporary reinforcing members 2 are provided on both of the short side surfaces of the building unit body 1A, respectively. The temporary reinforcing member 2 has lower end portion on which a projecting portion 3 is downwardly projected.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2009Publication date: September 15, 2011Inventors: Katsunori Ohnishi, Akihiko Kobayashi, Satoshi Saigo, Hai Lin
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Patent number: 8011159Abstract: The invention provides a composite building that will float if the building site is flooded. The materials of the composite are resistant to mold and mildew.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2008Date of Patent: September 6, 2011Inventor: Nasser Saebi
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Publication number: 20110203189Abstract: A portable changing room that is inflatable. The portable changing room includes an inflatable skeleton, a valve, and a removable cover. A pump is used to inflate the inflatable skeleton. The changing room is used for privacy in outdoor environments.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2010Publication date: August 25, 2011Inventor: Gabriella Veronica Moran
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Patent number: 7997033Abstract: Pultruded fiberglass sign panels having overall and cross-section designs useful for replacing aluminum alloy highway signs are disclosed. The construction materials of the pultruded fiberglass sign panels consist of a glass roving; glass reinforcement matt; and a resin matrix. The glass content of the sign panels contain recycled or virgin glass, preferably about 16% by weight or 35% by volume of recycled or virgin glass. The resin matrix comprises thermoset isophthalic polyester that is about 42% to about 44% by weight or about 60% to about 62% by volume. The glass reinforcement matt used in the pultruded fiberglass sign panel comprises a hybrid E/A glass reinforcement matt and the pultruded fiberglass sign panel has a panel width of about 6 inches to about 36 inches, and a length of about 1 foot to about 50 feet. Two or more sign panels can be fastened together to produce a multi-panel system for making highway sign blanks.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2006Date of Patent: August 16, 2011Assignee: Centerline Supply, Ltd.Inventors: Jeff Tumlinson, Foy Barrett
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Publication number: 20110179721Abstract: The present application is directed towards systems and methods for building a living space during construction of a multi-unit housing structure. In particular, the present application describes various embodiments of prefabricated building modules that may be built and equipped with plumbing, HVAC and/or electrical fixtures prior to installation in a multi-unit housing structure. Because modules may be configured prior to installation in a housing structure, the use of prefabricated building modules may increase efficiency of construction and provide enhanced customization over other non-configurable building units.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2010Publication date: July 28, 2011Inventors: Michael I. Barry, David Barry, Erikjan Vermeulen, Rob Wagemans
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Publication number: 20110146165Abstract: A modular house building system has floor module supports; floor modules; wall modules; window panel modules; door panel modules; and fasteners, wherein the modules are connected to one another in any of a number of configurations using the fasteners to form a chosen modular house configuration; wherein the wall, window panel, and door panel modules each include horizontal planks, vertical planks that define an outer perimeter of each the module, and interstitial planks connected between the vertical planks that are used to increase the strength of each the module, and are connected together in any one of a plurality of configurations to form each respective module in a pre-chosen dimension and configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2010Publication date: June 23, 2011Inventors: Luc Lemieux, Steve Lemieux
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Publication number: 20110107717Abstract: A hard side shelter is convertible between transport and deployed modes. When in the transport mode, the shelter has an envelope identical to an ISO-cargo container. A side section floor and cover are each connected to the center section for rotating between being coplanar with the center section floor and roof when in the deployed mode, and being vertical and lying in a center section side planes when in a transport mode. Each side section has end and middle panels that are turnable relative to each other, and a door assembly that is turnable relative to the middle panels. Locking bars engaged the center section floor when the shelter is in a transport mode, and engage the side section floors when the shelter is in the deployed mode. The shelter is handleable by pallet handling systems and includes insulation panels to enhance the heat transfer characteristics of the shelter.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2011Publication date: May 12, 2011Inventors: Martin A. Medley, Amadeu Pereira
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Publication number: 20110094167Abstract: A mobile service station includes a deployable structure configurable between a first closed configuration wherein the structure is a container having two side walls, a roof, a floor, a front wall and a rear wall, and a second deployed configuration as an operating service station. The station includes service station accessories mounted on at least one of the side walls. At least one side wall of the structure is foldable between a first vertical position, wherein the side wall acts as a vertical side wall for the closed configuration, and a second position wherein the side wall acts as additional floor space for the structure in the deployed configuration. The service station is adaptable for use as a high-end food stand, among other applications. A method configures the mobile service station.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2010Publication date: April 28, 2011Applicant: 6943977 CANADA INC.Inventors: Daniel NOISEUX, Pierre MAHEU, François LAMPRON, Joseph LACERTE, Alain NEVEU
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Publication number: 20110083379Abstract: The present invention relates to a prefabricated sealed room, which may comprise a plurality of prefabricated sealed rooms to form prefabricated sealed room assembly, stacked one above another or as a stand alone. The prefabricated sealed room is made of reinforced concrete and synchronized corners. The usage of reinforced concrete protects the prefabricated sealed room from shocks caused by blasts or natural calamities. The prefabricated sealed room can also be integrated into the production process of a building. Each prefabricated sealed room can be substantially sealed from the external environment.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2007Publication date: April 14, 2011Inventor: Peer Moshe Lavi
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Publication number: 20110078976Abstract: A method for constructing a structure to be lifted and moved from a first location to a second location includes (a) constructing, at the first location, a framework of the structure that includes braces to withstand lifting and moving the structure; (b) constructing, at the first location, at least some internal components of the structure; (c) providing a lift platform capable of supporting, balancing and lifting the structure below the lift platform by flexible lift members attachable to the lift platform and the framework; (d) attaching the flexible lift members to the lift platform and to a plurality of spaced portions of the framework; (e) lifting the lift platform to thereby lift the structure; and (f) while lifted, moving the lift platform and the structure to the second location, where the structure is lowered. A lift platform preferably made of subassemblies of beams and braces is used in the method.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2010Publication date: April 7, 2011Applicant: EVAPTECH, INC.Inventors: Travis W. ABELN, Mark Andrew MUDER
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Publication number: 20110047897Abstract: An underground utility vault replacement method and system which create an inner structural envelope is shown to protect workers and equipment. It restores structural integrity and safety to the area within a decaying underground vault, without major disruptions above and/or below the ground. The system includes a plurality of structural walls, ceiling panels and structural beams and floor track. All structural elements are sized in width/height/thickness and methodically inserted through the existing manhole and maneuvered in place. Wall panels are attached to the floor by way of a secure track. Wall and ceiling panels are connected by way of a tongue and groove connection and an adhesive.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventors: Aram Stepanian, Vahe Karamardian
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Publication number: 20110041433Abstract: A structural system comprised of prefabricated deck units spaced along longitudinal load-carrying members with tensioned structural elements, typically anchored in longitudinal load-carrying members, which produce longitudinal axial compression in these units. During construction, prefabricated deck units are erected on top of and supported by the longitudinal load-carrying members via leveling devices. Leveling devices permit relative motion between the longitudinal load-carrying members and the prefabricated deck units, except at two ends of a structural unit, where deck connection units are connected to longitudinal members. In the longitudinal direction, each girder line contains more than one girder or girder segment and the girders or girder segments are not continuous during tensioning. The girder support allows the girder or girder segments to move in the longitudinal direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2010Publication date: February 24, 2011Inventor: Yidong He
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Publication number: 20100263299Abstract: Provided is a prefabricated building 1 constructed by combining a previously manufactured wall panel and roof panel on a mounting surface. This prefabricated building 1 includes an outer wall portion 20 which is formed by wall units 2A, 2B in which two wall panels 21, 21 are flexibly connected, a roof portion 3 formed by a plurality of roof panels 31 and an upper end side supporting portion 5 having a jig 51 which places an upper end of the roof panel and an extension bar 52 which transfers a load to the mounting surface, the jig 51 and the extension bar 52 being separatably connected, and the upper end side supporting portion 5 being set up in a portion surrounded by the outer wall portion 20 to project above an upper end face of the outer wall portion 20.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2007Publication date: October 21, 2010Inventors: Katsunori Ohnishi, Satoshi Saigo, Hai Lin
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Publication number: 20100251629Abstract: A computer system may include a connecting hub having a plurality of docking regions and be configured to provide to each docking region electrical power, a data network interface, a cooling fluid supply and a cooling fluid return; and a plurality of shipping containers that each enclose a modular computing environment that incrementally adds computing power to the system. Each shipping container may include a) a plurality of processing units coupled to the data network interface, each of which include a microprocessor; b) a heat exchanger configured to remove heat generated by the plurality of processing units by circulating cooling fluid from the supply through the heat exchanger and discharging it into the return; and c) docking members configured to releaseably couple to the connecting hub at one of the docking regions to receive electrical power, connect to the data network interface, and receive and discharge cooling fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2010Publication date: October 7, 2010Applicant: Google Inc.Inventors: Jimmy Clidaras, William Whitted, William Hamburgen, Montgomery Sykora, Winnie Leung, Gerald Aigner, Donald L. Beaty
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Publication number: 20100223858Abstract: A centralized common area data center for a tenant suite in large scale commercial office properties built in situ having a dedicated space, at least one computer module in the space and a self-sustaining cooling system to maintain a cooling temperature for the computer module consistent 24/7/365. This provides significant value in services and cost savings to both landlord and tenant. Each tenant can access greater levels of technology, security and energy efficiency.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2009Publication date: September 9, 2010Inventor: Marc Billings
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Publication number: 20100146872Abstract: The present invention encompasses a process for initially combining and thereafter uniting two or more modular units (1A, 1B, 1C) to one another in order thus combined to be able to form a house body (1), for instance a cellar-adapted house body. A liquid-resistant layer is advantageously wholly or partly to be able to cover a base slab and in any event lower wall sections allocated to the wall portion, proximal the base slab, in order principally to prevent damp permeation. A first modular unit (1B), with in any event a first open wall portion, is placed on a substrate prepared within a building site, a second modular unit (1C), with in any event a second open wall portion, is placed on said substrate prepared within the building site, so that an open wall portion allocated to the first modular unit (1B) will connect to an open wall portion allocated to the second modular unit (1C).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2008Publication date: June 17, 2010Inventor: Hans-Berth Klersy
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Publication number: 20100126082Abstract: The present invention relates to a prefabricated service pod comprising: a central framework adapted to accommodate at least one utility means, said utility means being selected from: an electricity supply, a telecommunications/data supply, a water supply, a waste fluid drainage conduit, and a ventilation supply; and at least two sections attached to said framework selected from: a kitchen section, a bathroom section, and a staircase section. The present invention also describes a method of constructing a building using a prefabricated service pod.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2006Publication date: May 27, 2010Inventor: Gary McLuskey
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Publication number: 20100101155Abstract: A modular work station including a plurality of modular walls, each of which include a plurality of modular wall sections having a first and second lower frame member forming a lower frame section width and a lower frame section height. At least one lower panel element is included having a lower panel width configured to conform to the lower frame section width and is mounted to the frame members. An air collection unit is included which has an air intake width approximately equal to the lower panel width such that it may be mounted to any of the plurality of modular wall sections in place of the lower panel element.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2009Publication date: April 29, 2010Inventors: James K. Reid, John Reid
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Publication number: 20100088974Abstract: Work crews temporarily operating in remote areas can be subject to dangers such as tornados, hurricanes and explosive blast waves. A re-deployable aboveground protective shelter suitable for use in such environments utilizes retractable stabilizing arms and/or passive valved ductwork to resist uplift, overturning and sliding. Because the protective shelter does not rely upon excessive weight to counter wind forces, the protective shelter can be quickly, easily and inexpensively redeployed to new sites.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2009Publication date: April 15, 2010Inventor: Oscar T. Scott, IV
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Publication number: 20100088975Abstract: The present invention encompasses a method, on a building site, of forming a stable and, in terms of weight, heavy modular unit under the utilisation of prefabricated, in terms of weight considerably lighter, modular unit (12) transported to the building site, where said heavy modular unit (12a) can be adapted to serve as a complete modular-built cellar unit. Said modular unit displays a base slab (14) and double-walled wall sections (10, 11) anchored to the base slab. Inner and outer wall portions (10, 11) are mutually coordinated and secured to one another via supports (18) oriented within a free space formed and structured between the wall portions. The free space is completely filled with a concrete mass, which is caused to cure or set, in order in such instance to form the in terms of weight heavy modular unit. The present invention also discloses a heavy modular unit thus produced.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2008Publication date: April 15, 2010Inventor: Hans-Berth Klersy
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Publication number: 20100064599Abstract: This invention reveals a type of portable building, which includes a box which forms the main body of the building, the box being cubic in shape, at least one movable top plate that forms the roof of the building, one side of such movable top plate connecting to and pivoting on one side of the top panel of the box, and such top plate rotating around the pivot downwards to lean against the side panel of the box, at least one movable bottom panel that is provided for the bottom panel of the building, one side of the movable bottom panel connecting to and pivoting on one side of the bottom panel, and such bottom panel rotating around the pivot downwards to lean against the side panel of the box, the pivots of the bottom panel and the top plate are located on the same side panel of the box, at least one side plate is provided for the side wall of the building, the side plate that supports between the edge of the bottom plate and the edge of the top plate being vertical and knock-down.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2005Publication date: March 18, 2010Inventors: Zhenqiu Yang, Xiuyuan Yang