Abstract: A formwork assembly including a plurality of formwork elements defining a concrete-receiving space, at least one of the plurality of formwork elements comprising a first panel, at least one support waler configured to receive at least one vertical fixation element and comprising a second panel, a horizontal fixation element configured to engage with the first panel and the second panel such that rotation of the horizontal fixation element allows for the at least one vertical fixation element to be freely removed from the at least one support waler after curing of concrete in the concrete-receiving space.

Abstract: A formwork system includes a height-adjustable support for supporting a beam in substantially horizontal or slightly inclined position that includes a support with a central upstanding member and a support arm. The support arm has a rounded socket, and the beam has a cylindrical mounting pin proximate its end. The socket and mounting pin are shaped and sized so that the mounting pin is retained within the socket and they together form a hinge joint. As the mounting pin is retained by the socket of the support arm, it does not shift laterally relative to the support arm as the support arm is vertically adjusted. The variance in the gap between laterally secured forming panels as a response to vertical shift of the support is dependent on the incline angle of the beam and the dimensions of the beam and the support arm. This is predictable within a defined tolerance.

Abstract: A floor structure system may have a hub with a plate with an upper surface. A beam connector may be connected to the upper surface. At least one pin may extend from the upper surface. The pin may be adapted to connect with a rod or a cable extending generally transverse the pin direction. The rod or cable may have an aperture adapted to receive the at least one pin. The system may also have a beam attached to the beam connector.

Abstract: A can plaza assembly is configured to provide electrical distribution at a location. The can plaza has a box, further comprising a side wall opening and joined to a lid. A plurality of cans is arranged inside the can plaza. Conduits project outward from each can. Fittings are joined to the conduit and extend through the side wall opening of the box. Foam fills the box around the cans and the conduits, such that the foam does not completely cover the cans. Rebar is arranged twelve inches on center each way from the cans on top of the foam. Concrete fills upon the rebar and foam up to an upper edge of the can. Electrical wires are routed through the conduits and cans provide the electrical distribution at the location.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and articles of manufacture provide for a mold system for molding structures (e.g., sand castles) from one or more various types of molding substances (e.g., sand, clay, snow). In one embodiment, a mold system comprises a split mold comprising at least two mold sections. In one embodiment, a modular mold system allows for different types of mold sections with corresponding joining elements to be joined together to create forms for molding various types of structures. In some embodiments, mold sections are configured to facilitate the breaking of a vacuum created when molding substances are packed into the mold system, thus making it easier to separate a mold from the formed structure.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a bedding system that can minimize the time, labor and/or frustration associated with making a bed. It comprises a fitted sheet to fit over the mattress top surface and side surfaces and a flat sheet to fit over the fitted sheet outer surface. The flat sheet lower section is being secured/coupled to the fitted sheet lower section. The bedding system further comprises a bedspread to fit over the flat sheet outer surface. The bedspread lower longitudinal edge, the bedspread first side longitudinal edge, the bedspread second side longitudinal edge and the bedspread upper section are being releasably secured to the flat sheet lower longitudinal edge, the flat sheet first side longitudinal edge, the flat sheet second side longitudinal edge and the flat sheet upper section along their respective lengths.

Abstract: A cement form can be made of foam and include a brick ledge portion that forms a brick ledge in a cement foundation. In some embodiments, the cement form includes a ground facing surface extending horizontally and configured to contact a ground surface and a cement facing surface extending vertically and configured to contact and support a volume of cement used to create the cement foundation. The cement facing surface can include two vertical surfaces offset horizontally from each other and configured to form a brick ledge in the cement foundation. The cement form can be a single unitary component having an elongated shape and a solid, continuous construction. The foam material can form at least a portion of the cement facing surface.

Abstract: A wind turbine foundation comprising a concrete support slab having a horizontal rebar grid therein, a concrete pedestal integral with the support slab and having vertical post tensioning elements therein and a plurality of concrete ribs on top of and integral with the support slab and integral with the pedestal, the ribs having rebar therein and extend outwardly from the pedestal, the pedestal, slab and ribs are connected to each other to form a monolithic foundation. The foundation design reduces the weight and volume of materials used, reduces cost, and improves heat dissipation conditions during construction by having a small ratio of concrete mass to surface area thus eliminating the risk of thermal cracking due to heat of hydration.

Abstract: A collapsible formwork element, the element including: a pair of opposing side wall panels; and at least one connector member extending between the side wall panels, wherein the formwork element is movable between an expanded configuration, wherein the opposing panels are spaced apart, and a collapsed configuration, wherein the opposing panels are relatively closer together.

Abstract: A containment system may include four different widths of panel assemblies, at least four different types of corner assemblies, various types of door assemblies, multiple types of three-way corners or ‘T’ intersections, multiple types of exhaust panel assemblies, multiple types of wall seal assemblies, and other components that form a modular system capable of adapting to various configurations using a minimal number of fasteners, brackets, and/or clamps. Each panel assembly includes a lower assembly, an upper assembly slideably attached to the lower assembly, at least one adjustment mechanism that interfaces with both the lower assembly and the upper assembly, and a sealing member extending between the upper assembly and the lower assembly.

Abstract: Described herein are systems, modes, and methods for mounting one or more electronic housings to each other and to a rack mount system, a table mount system, or wall mount system. The mounting system includes a first pair of matching sliding panels that interface with each other in a slidingly engaging manner. Each of the first pair of sliding panels can be mounted to housings prior to being engaged with each other; the engagement of the first pair of sliding panels removably fixes the two housings together; additional housings can be fixed to the first two in a substantially similar manner. The first pair of sliding panels includes a U-shaped sliding panel and a C-shaped sliding panel, and according to a second embodiment, a second pair of sliding panels includes a C-shaped sliding panel and a Pi-shaped sliding panel. The second pair of sliding panels operates in a substantially similar manner as the first pair of sliding panels.

Abstract: A full-circle secondary lining inverted arch construction formwork system for a long-distance tunnel and a formwork transporting method adopt a customized steel formwork, a steel pipe support, and a turn buckle. The steel pipe support is arranged on the longitudinal main edge, and is provided between the longitudinal rails and a primary lining for supporting vertical buoyancy. The turn buckle is arranged between two sides of the formwork and a reserved steel bar for resisting horizontal load generated during asymmetric pouring. A cantilever gantry crane and a transportation flat car are used for formwork transporting, wherein travel rails of the cantilever gantry crane and the transportation flat car are integrated on the customized steel formwork, and there is no other rail. According to the present, the formwork has high strength and rigidity, the formwork system is simple.

Abstract: A reconfigurable wall panel system configured to enable rapid attachment and removal of a wide range of interchangeable wall units and accessories is disclosed. One or more embodiments comprise a reconfigurable wall panel having a wall frame with one or more design spaces, each design space having opposing upper and lower grooves and a depression serving as a fulcrum for insertion of interchangeable wall units. Embodiments of interchangeable wall units may include one or more facing features, as well as upper and lower edges corresponding to the opposing upper and lower grooves of the one or more design spaces, the interchangeable wall units being configured to tilt into the depression and slide into a removably secured position within the respective design space.

Abstract: A portable post office contained within an intermodal container is disclosed. Such a structure may include a rack movably secured to a track mounted in the ceiling of said container via a trolley. The rack may be configured to hold a plurality of post office boxes, each box having a lockable door facing the center aisle of the container, and an open end facing the rear of the rack. The rack may be positioned against an interior side wall of the container and secured in place via a locking mechanism to prevent access to the open ends of the post office boxes. An individual may release the locking mechanism and move the rack into the center aisle along the track to access the open ends of the post office boxes. The rack member may then be moved back along the track and re-secured against the side wall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a panel clamp securable to a variety of mounting mechanisms. The clamp includes first and second members, each having an edge extending beyond at least a portion of its side surface to form an overhang, and each includes a plurality of holes passing therethrough. When the overhang of the first member is fitted over a top surface of a panel and the overhang of the second member is fitted over a bottom surface of the panel, such that the plurality of holes in the first member is substantially aligned with the plurality of holes in the second member, mechanical fasteners can be inserted through the plurality of holes to secure the first and second members to the panel. An additional mechanical fastener is inserted through the clamp to secure the clamp to a mounting mechanism.

Abstract: A mattress includes a base layer having a first surface and a second surface arranged opposite to the first surface. The base layer defines a plurality of slots extending from the first surface to the second surface and arranged in a plurality of rows in a staggered arrangement. The mattress also includes a plurality of hoop assemblies arranged inside the plurality of the slots. Each hoop assembly includes a hoop arranged vertically inside the slot and a central axis of the hoop extends substantially horizontally and parallel to the first surface. The hoop is configured to compress under a load.

Abstract: A modular pavement slab including a paving material set around a plurality of forming tools and defining a side face and a top surface. Each of the forming tools includes an elongate body extending along a longitudinal axis and having a sidewall exterior surface configured for removal of the elongate body through the side face. Each of the forming tools also includes a riser releasably coupled to the elongate body and extending in a direction noncollinear to the corresponding longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A patient transport apparatus comprises a support structure comprising base, a frame, and a patient support surface to support a patient. The apparatus also includes at least one caster assembly coupled to the support structure, with each one of the caster assemblies comprising a wheel, a wheel support coupled to the wheel, and a steer lock assembly movable relative to the wheel support. An actuator is operatively coupled to the steer lock assembly to move the steer lock assembly between a non-steer locked and steer locked state to permit or prevent the wheel support and coupled wheel from swiveling about a swivel axis. The caster assemblies can also include a brake assembly coupled to the wheel, with the actuator operatively coupled to the brake assembly to move the brake assembly between a braked and unbraked state.

Abstract: A striking tool having a base element and a striking element configured to engage with a formwork panel. The striking tool has a plurality of struts, wherein the base element, the striking element, and the plurality of struts define a parallelogram configuration and an actuation mechanism configured to cause relative motion between the base element and the striking element.

Abstract: A form bracket for supporting a wall of a concrete panel form at a casting slab includes a first planar member having a lower surface configured to engage a casting slab. A second planar member is coupled with the first planar member. The second planar member has a front surface disposed perpendicular to the lower surface of the first planar member and configured to engage a wall of a concrete panel form. In some implementations, the first and second planar members have different dimensions so as to be capable of being reoriented to accommodate different sized walls. A pair of support members extend between an upper portion of the first planar member and a rear portion of the second planar member. The pair of support members are spaced apart to define a void that is configured to matably receive a second form bracket in a stacked arrangement.