Patents Examined by Lynn Wood
  • Dome-shaped structure
    Patent number: 5140790
    Abstract: A dome shaped structure, and the method of constructing it, are described using curved gore-shaped construction panels which have grooves in their side edges. Rectangular tubular joining members are placed in the grooves, secured therein, and serve to join adjacent panels together. This provides a level surface where the panels are joined so that such adjacent edges of joined panels are even making the interior surface suitable for use as a projection surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1990
    Date of Patent: August 25, 1992
    Assignee: Nordam
    Inventors: Rodger L. Modglin, John C. Calvert
  • Non-cumbustible modular building
    Patent number: 5113625
    Abstract: A modular building formed from non-combustible materials which includes a support frame. The frame includes subflooring with a connected concrete pan which allows the concrete floor to be directly into the frame. The building also includes roof edge supports for connecting beams which allow two or more buildings to be joined to form a single complex.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 1990
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1992
    Assignee: Miller Structures, Inc.
    Inventor: John M. Davis