Patents by Inventor Nicholas J. Eustace

Nicholas J. Eustace has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Bridge construction method and composite girder for use in same
    Publication number: 20030061672
    Abstract: A composite girder comprises an elongate member of concrete having a substantially u-shaped or c-shaped cross-section. The girder has a pair of spaced legs connected together by a bridging portion. The legs have substantially flat elongate end faces and exterior reinforcing, such as a steel plate, extends along at least one of said end faces. A method of constructing a bridge using the girder is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2002
    Publication date: April 3, 2003
    Inventor: Nicholas J. Eustace
  • Composite girder construction and method of making same
    Patent number: 5152112
    Abstract: A girder comprises a web of reinforced concrete with steel plates attached to opposite sides of the web to form flanges which project from the web. The steel plates are attached to the web by means of studs. The web is cast in position between the plates to embed the studs therein. The girder is used in the construction of bridges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 1990
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1992
    Assignee: Iota Construction Ltd.
    Inventor: Nicholas J. Eustace