Abstract: The present invention is provided for considerably shortening the construction time of a building that is applied to nuclear power plants. When constructing the building, megablocks having a height that extends to a plurality of floors are produced, and together with combining those megablocks, concrete is poured inside them to form a wall member composed of a megawall structure of steel plate reinforced concrete construction. Alternatively, in addition to the wall megablocks, floor megablocks for forming the floor member of the building are used, and together with combining those megablocks, concrete is poured inside or above them to form a structural member (wall member and floor member) composed of a megawall structure of steel plate reinforced concrete construction.

Abstract: A processing system for charge request data issued from a charge requesting organization performs collective processing of the request data without generating payment slips. This system includes filter means for extracting a contractor number of a charge paying organization from a contractor code of the requesting organization included in the request data, the contractor code of the requesting organization includes the contractor number of the paying organization and other management data formatted within the contractor number of the paying organization, the other management data include a charge request amount for each day of payment and for each account of the paying organization. This system also includes request data processing means for preparing request data for each day of payment including the contractor number of the paying organization and the charge request amount for each account of the paying organization, each type of charge, each requesting organization and each contractor.

Abstract: A stress transmission device arranged between a pile head of a foundation pile and an upper structural portion for transmitting stress between the foundation pile and the upper structural portion, to a structure which employs such a stress transmission device, and to a method of constructing such a structure. In the figures, a pile head member 5 is provided to the pile head 2a of the foundation pile 2, a structure support member 6 is fixed to an upper structural portion 3, and these mutually contact one another in the vertical direction via a first contacting surface 11 which defines a portion of a first imaginary spherical surface Sv1. And a prestressing steel rod 7 is fitted to the pile head member 5 and the structure support member 6 for holding them together in contact while pressing them together via the first contacting surface 11.

Abstract: The processing system for charge request data of the present invention comprises data input means for inputting charge request data, including charge transfer day, requesting organization, paying organization and an amount of transfer, a master file where information relating to requesting organizations and paying organizations are registered, charge transfer processing means for preparing a charge transfer detailed file including individual charge request data where said charge request data are classified to each requesting organization based on said master file and summary data summarizing number of transfers and amount of transfer for each type of the requesting organization, and for preparing a transfer slip containing charge transfer information of each requesting organization for each paying organization from said charge transfer detailed file, initial cost data containing information necessary for processing for financial accounting, and overall charge transfer data on the day of transfer, and input/ou

Abstract: An integrated construction project information management system has a project model constructed by combining a product model that defines a product with the use of physical elements and functional elements; and a process model that defines activities related to the product, the process model having elements which are described as hierarchical objects in the form of views arranged along a flow of productive activities. The system further has interfaces between the project model on the one hand, and other systems and a database on the other, and a user interface. The object includes a data object that simply has data; a scope view object that contains a function which is to be seen next; an evaluate view object that evaluates another object; and a create view object that can create a new object.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-dusting treating method and treating agent for inorganic fiber containing building materials which comprises impregnating an inorganic fiber containing building material with an aqueous solution of either a polyvinyl alcohol or a denatured polyvinyl alcohol.The present invention aims at preventing dusting of a building material containing an inorganic fiber such as asbestos by impregnating such an inorganic fiber containing building material with a polyvinyl alcohol or denatured polyvinyl alcohol aqueous solution. The polyvinyl alcohol or denatured polyvinyl alcohol employed in the present invention has excellent penetrating and film-forming properties, and the impregnated polyvinyl alcohol or denatured polyvinyl alcohol serves as an adhesive by which inorganic fibers such as asbestos fibers are fixed. Therefore, it is possible to facilitate the impregnating operation and obtain satisfactory anti-dusting effectiveness.

Abstract: An apparatus for constructing a building (K) is disclosed. The building (K) includes a framework constituted of permanent columns (10) and permanent beams (11). The apparatus (S) is provided with a temporary framework, (13) which is constructed and located above the building (K) under construction. Lifting mechanisms (14) for lifting the temporary framework (13) are provided at and supported by the permanent columns (10) of the building (K). Each of the lifting mechanisms (14) is able to lift the lifting mechanism (14) itself along the permanent column (10) of the building (K). A crane (12, 413, 511) is provided at the temporary framework (13) for hoisting and conveying structural elements (U) of the building (K), for example, the permanent columns (10) and beams (11). Alternatively, movable hoists (131, 607) are provided so as to transfer at least under the temporary framework (13).

Abstract: A wall comprises at least one pair of connecting members, a plurality of bracings, a wall body, and unbonded layers. The connecting members are erected between a pair of beams, and connected to the beams. The connecting members are made of a low-strength steel. The bracings are made of a normal steel. One end of each of the bracings is attached to one of the connecting members and the other end of the bracing is attached to one of the beams. The wall body is made of precast concrete and surrounds the connecting members and the bracings. The wall body is disposed in a space between the beams. Unbonded layers are formed between the wall body and the connecting members so that the connecting members can slide relative to the wall body. However, the bracings are fixed in relation to the wall body.

Abstract: An automatic article transport system capable of transporting a plurality of articles to respective destination positions within a short time and at high efficiency. The system includes a plurality of fixed rails, a plurality of movable rails each capable of running along a pair of fixed rails, and a plurality of hoists capable of running on the movable rails and of lifting and lowering a member to be transported. Controllers are installed on the movable rails and the hoists, respectively. The system further includes a central controller having a table and a device for generating a path for a member to be transported, and transmitters for transmitting control electric power and control signals between the central controller and the controllers installed on the movable rails and the hoists. A transport path for a member to be transported is determined in the path generating device on the basis of data on members to be transported, transport sequence data, and equipment and structure data.

Abstract: A work management system has input means having a function of inputting coordinate information from the surface of a panel, output means having a function of projecting electronic information onto the panel, and data processing means for executing a predetermined processing, e.g., preparation and input processing of a form, a chart or a drawing, retrieval, editing, totalization, etc., by establishing a correspondence between the information projected on the panel by using the output means and the coordinate information input from the input means. The data processing means displays a list of registered items to be designated in a window for selection of one of the items, whereas, when coordinate information is input from two points for an entry column for time setting, the data processing means draws a bar between the two points. Control information which is conformable to working hours of equipment at a work site, e.g.

Abstract: A vibration damping material of asphalt cement comprising a) 60-90 parts by weight of asphalt cement: b) 10-30 parts by weight of thermoplastic rubber: and c) 0-20 parts by weight of tacky producer. A total sum of weight of a), b) and c) is 100 parts by weight. A penetration of the vibration damping material falls in a range of 35 to 140.

Abstract: A multistory building comprising a plurality of units which are disposed connectedly and side by side and stand along a horizontal standard line, is disclosed. The units comprise two groups, wherein one of the two groups is tilted in one direction and the other of the two groups is tilted in the opposite direction so that the moments according to the weights of the two groups of units cancel each other.

Abstract: Increasing use of thermo-mechanically treated high strength steels in construction projects has created a need for on-site inspection of welded joints by ultrasonic techniques. However, such steels are acoustically anisotropic, and corrections of test results for anisotropy, according to the traditional methodologies, require lengthy and complex preparation steps which are unsuitable for on-site testing. The present invention presents an automated quick and simple methodology, and a compact apparatus for determining the acoustic anisotropy in such materials. The apparatus is expected to lead to effective management of quality assurance not only in civil and architectural engineering projects but in heavy machinery and ship building industries.

Abstract: In a plant cultivation method, in cultivation of a plurality of plants within a cultivation bed which includes nutritive elements required for growth of the plants, a location adjacent a growing point of the plants is selected to supply gas to the growing point. In a plant cultivation apparatus, a cultivation bed is provided on which a plurality of plants are cultivated. The cultivation bed includes nutritive elements required for growth of the plants. An apparatus body for accommodating the cultivation bed has a gas-supply unit for supplying gas toward a location in the vicinity of a growing point of the plants. A gas-conditioning unit is arranged on the apparatus body for conditioning gas therewithin. An illumination unit for emitting a light to the plants.

Abstract: The present invention provides an earthquake resistant multi-story building which is characterized by having an energy concentration story. The energy concentration story has an elasto-plastic force-displacement relationship regarding horizontal force and displacement. The force-displacement relationship is characterized in that: (a) stiffness in elastic range (F.sub.y /d.sub.y) is generally equal to an optimal stiffness of the same story according to an elastic design concept; (b) the yield strength F.sub.y is generally less than 80% of an optimum yield strength; (c) stiffness in plastic range is positive and generally less than about a half of the stiffness in the elastic range; and (d) ultimate displacement is generally at least twice as large as the yield displacement.

Abstract: A construction having a damping device for damping vibration having steel wire cables 20 having both ends fixed on the sides of the building 10, the steel wire cables 20 are tautly and obliquely provided on the building 10 so that one side and the other side of the steel wire cables 20 cross at only one point in front view. Since the steel wire cables 20 do not exist in the horizontal direction, the length of the steel wire cables 20 is shorter as compared with the prior art. Accordingly, extension of the steel wire cables 20 decreases, the mechanism is simpler, and maintenance is also simplified.

Abstract: An apparatus for constructing a building (K) is disclosed. The building (K) includes a framework constituted of permanent columns (10) and permanent beams (11). The apparatus (S) is provided with a temporary framework (13) which is constructed and located above the building (K) under construction. Lifting mechanisms (14) for lifting the temporary framework (13) are provided at and supported by the permanent columns (10) of the building (K). Each of the lifting mechanisms (14) is able to lift the lifting mechanism (14) itself along the permanent column (10) of the building (K). A crane (12, 413, 511) is provided at the temporary framework (13) for hoisting and conveying structural elements (U) of the building (K), for example, the permanent columns (10) and beams (11). Alternatively, movable hoists (131, 607) are provided so as to transfer at least under the temporary framework (13).

Abstract: The present invention includes a heat storage tank (1) with a built-in suction chamber (2), a first heat source unit (R-1) and a first pump (P-1) for pumping up water from the high-temperature side (3) of said heat storage tank (1) and supplying the chilled water into said suction chamber (2), a low-temperature heat exchanger (5) for exchanging heat between water and an antifreeze solution, a second pump (P-2) for pumping up water from said suction chamber (2) and supplying the water chilled by the antifreeze solution in said low-temperature heat exchanger (5) to the low-temperature side (4) of said heat storage tank (1) and a second heat source unit (R-2) and a third pump (P-3) for cooling the antifreeze solution in an antifreeze solution tank (6) and feeding it to said low-temperature heat exchanger (5), and is designed to variably control the flow rates of said first and second pumps (P-1 and P-2) in dependence upon their suction temperatures.

Abstract: A connecting assembly is disposed between a concrete column and at least one beam having upper and lower flanges. The connecting assembly has upper and lower connecting members and a tubular member disposed between the connecting members. The upper and lower connecting members are mounted on the upper and lower flanges of the beam, respectively. Each of the connecting members has at least one through-hole in which concrete of the column is filled, so that the column is partly encased by the tubular member. Accordingly, the column is connected to the beam.

Abstract: An openable roof includes a plurality of movable roof members. Each of the movable roof members is of a generally sectorial shape in two-dimensional projection. The sectorial shape has a radially outer edge portion and a radially inner edge portion. The outer edge portion of the movable roof member is movably disposed on an outer arcuate support. The inner edge portion of the movable roof member is movably disposed on an inner arcuate support. The outer and inner arcuate supports are disposed concentrically about a common axis. Accordingly, each of the movable roof members is able to revolve around the axis of the arcuate supports so as to participate to open and close a sectorial opening portion provided between the arcuate supports.