Abstract: A self-supporting steel tower for power supply lines at a voltage from 230 to 1000 KV is substantially a tri-dimensional truss structure having a trunk-of-pyramid shape with a triangular cross-section, in particular in the form of an isosceles right triangle. The tower side corresponding to the hypotenuse of the triangle is directed vertically and the other two sides corresponding to the cathetuses are slightly sloping, whereby the tower is tapered upward.

Abstract: A suspension system for vertically mounting RF transmission line on a tower has stabilizing guides at spaced intervals to prevent lateral movement of the line while permitting vertical movement to accommodate differential thermal expansion and contraction. The line is suspended by a series of vertically spaced adjustable spring loaded arms to support the line vertically without lateral loading on the stabilizing guides.

Abstract: A fiberglass pole suited for use in electric transmission systems and reinforced against flexure stress includes a plurality of reinforcing regions perimetrically disposed and selectively placed thereon. The regions are integral with the pole and are formed of composite material that includes a plurality of pre-stressed longitudinally disposed fibers and a bonding agent embedding the fibers and structurally joining the same to the pole.

Abstract: An electrical equipment mount designed for providing angulated mounting of transformers or other electrical equipment to the utility pole, wherein one or more crossarms are suspended from the utility pole by means of a pole gain, bearing plate, or other fastener, with a transformer mounting bracket being suspended forwardly of the crossarms through a pair of braces, while a pair of particularly designed angled connectors secure to the bevel ends of the crossarm(s) for securing transformers at both of its ends and at angulated dispositions that face them generally in a direction towards the front of the mount.

Abstract: A tower for a wind generator made up of a plurality of segments where each segment fits into the one below it and is adjustable relative that lower segment. The lower segment is anchored in the ground and includes a stirrup which holds the lowest section of the tower a distance above the bottom of the hole so that when cement is poured into the hole to anchor the tower, the cement flows up into the interior of the tower to give additional support. Adjustment means in the form of set screws are provided where each pair of sections join to allow alignment of the sections to vertical.

Abstract: A single pole mounting solar panel assembly comprising at least one solar panel and upper and lower brackets fixed to the panel and to the pole, the upper bracket having a first flange means for mating with the pole and a first base plate fixed to the panel, the lower bracket means having a second flange means fixed to and encompassing a substantial portion of the circumference of the pole and a plane surface which extends out to the panel, the width of the plane surface varying from about the width of the pole to the width of the panel, the flange means for the lower bracket having upstanding side means extending longitudinally of the plane surface for about the full length of the plane surface, the side means and plane surface terminating at a second base plate fixed to the panel.

Abstract: A generally horizontal log of fiberglass honeycomb material defining side-by-side upstanding adjacent cells substantially throughout the log is provided and the log includes a hard outer covering enclosing the log on all sides. The covering is bonded to the opposing side surfaces of the log and the opposite ends of the log include vertical bores therethrough having thrust sleeves of substantially the same length tightly received in and extending through the vertical bores. The hard outer covering of the log is comprised of resin impregnated fiberglass roving and includes an outer layer of fiberglass resin sprayed or flowed over the covering.

Abstract: A knock down tapered pole for a power-line wherein the pole is comprised of a series of superimposed pole sections with each section including a series of U-shaped bent-corner plates of uniform cross-sectional thickness and a plurality of trapezoidal-shaped flat plates positioned between the bent-corner plates and where the corner plates and the flat plates are secured together by means of fasteners.

Abstract: A foundation structure for supporting a high rising light pole in which a plurality of vertically extending reinforcing rod assemblies are arranged in a circle with the tops bolted to a base plate on the bottom of the pole and extending downwardly into a vertical earth bore of relatively small diameter, each rod assembly comprising a bottom section of conventional carbon steel which is connected by a threaded coupling to a top section of high tensile strength heat treated steel, the assembly being set in the bore hole which is then filled with concrete.

Abstract: A device for securing and anchoring a telephone wire comprises a narrow helix with widely spaced coils with an open bight at one end. The invention further comprises a telephone pole with an internal fixing element such as a ring with the device securing a wire looped onto it.

Abstract: A tower is hinged to a base, positioned at one side of a well, so the tower can be lowered to the ground in a direction away from the well. A lateral platform at the top of the tower extends over the well and the tower is rotatable, about a vertical axis, to swing the platform laterally and clear of the space over the well.

Abstract: A tapered support member for disparate articles is assembled from elongated, strip-like sections that form an open frame when joined by a plurality of separator fasteners which progressively space the sections further apart along the member's longitudinal axis. The frame is closed by tapered, wedge-shaped fairing inserts adapted to engage slots formed along each longitudinal edge of the strip-like sections; and a cap and base are positioned accordingly to complete the construction of the support member. Alternatively a non-tapered support structure may be constructed when the separator-fasteners space the sections equally along the entire longitudinal axis of the member. Each component part of the support member is structured so that extrusion techniques can be used to produce the component parts.

Abstract: A utility line Y support structure having a tubular pole adapted to be erected to extend upright from the ground, a pair of Y arms extending upwardly and outwardly from the top of the pole, connector means connecting the bottom of the Y arms to the top of the pole, and a crossarm connected between the upper portions of the Y arms, the Y arms being constructed of a structural element having a generally C-shaped cross-section, and the crossarm comprising a truss with lattice work.

Abstract: A composite structural member such as an electric transmission or distribution pole, having a thin-walled metal casing, a core of non-metallic settable rigid material such as concrete, and reinforcing members embedded in the core, and method of constructing the structural member are disclosed. The reinforcing members extend between the ends of the casing and communicate with the case. They are pre-stressed prior to the pouring of the concrete into the casing whereby the applied pre-stress is transmitted to the casing. The reinforcing members are secured to the casing such that the applied pre-stress remains permanently on the casing only.

Abstract: A socket comprises a pair of L shaped sheet metal members which interlock to form a square tube, the walls having surfaces which define at least one pair of bayonet slots, each having an entry limb and a retaining limb. The clothes drier standard has a bayonet pin extending outwardly in a transverse direction, and this can be accommodated diagonally in the square tube during insertion, and subsequently rotated to have its ends register with the entry limbs and be guided by the entry limbs into the retaining limbs of the two slots.

Abstract: A clamping device is provided from which various structural systems can be built comprising poles or tubular members, panels or a combination of the same. The clamping device comprises a pair of socket-forming assemblies hinged for pivotal movement preferably about a common hinge axis which enables the socket axes to be progressively varied between positions where they are parallel to a selection of positions where they are perpendicular to one another. Means are provided for selectively locking the socket-forming assemblies in any one of their adjusted positions. Each of the socket-forming assemblies comprises a pair of confronting members having confronting surfaces forming a socket for receiving a panel or rubber-like insert member having a slot adapted to receive a panel therein. The socket-forming surfaces of each pair of confronting members terminate to form an entryway into the socket of appreciable size and preferably asymmetrically related to a line at right angles to the hinge axis.

Abstract: A survey system employs a ground-based extendible mast so that survey instruments, such as cameras, mounted at the top of the mast can attain heights comparable to those of low-level aerial photography. The mast is mounted on a base structure that houses a self-contained power plant, including an internal combustion engine, electric batteries and means for compressing fluid and storing it in a pressurized state. The mast may be telescopic and also tiltable, and the instrument pack at the top may be controlled from ground level to move to selected attitudes, e.g. to pan and tilt.Simpler versions are described, omitting the power plant and adjustable entirely manually, and one system is carried by an operator rather than being ground based.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fabrication process of a metallic structure made of sheets welded one onto the other and enclosing an internal space. A scaffolding is erected in this internal space and comprises a vertical tower and collapsible passageways extending radially from said tower. When the structure is substantially terminated, the passageways are collapsed and the scaffolding is withdrawn from said space through an aperture provided at the upper part of the structure.

Abstract: This disclosure teaches a slotted flange connector useable in a method for replacing an existing utility pole (usually wood), without disturbing hardware mounted thereon. As taught in U.S. Pat. No. 3,911,548, the utility pole includes a proximal section having a bottom end attached to the earth and a distal section having hardware mounted thereon. A new pole section (preferably of prestressed concrete) is attached to the earth approximately located and adapted for receiving the distal section. The distal section (with its hardware intact thereon) is severed from the proximal section. The distal section then is connected to project from the new pole section by means of the slotted flange connector disclosed herein. Closure plates complement each other to form a cylindrical enclosure about one of the pole sections. Preferably one of the closure plates is fixed and the other is moveable. The movement preferably is provided by means of bolts.

Abstract: This disclosure teaches a turnbuckle connector useful in a method for replacing an existing utility pole (usually wood), without disturbing hardware mounted thereon. As taught in United States patent No. 3,911,548, the utility pole includes a proximal section having a bottom end attached to the earth and a distal section having hardware mounted thereon. The distal section (with its hardward intact thereon) is severed from the proximal section. A new pole section (preferably of prestressed concrete) is attached to the earth appropriately located and adapted for receiving the distal section. The distal section then is connected to project from the new pole section by means of the turnbuckle connector disclosed herein. A plurality of girdle plates, each having side marginal flanges and a terminal flange, are arranged about at least one of the sections to be connected.

Abstract: A self-supporting lighting fixture which is used for night lighting of tennis courts or other gaming surfaces, parking lots and service areas, is constructed of a combination of longitudinal metal members to which are fastened sheets of reflective metal. These reflective sheets together with their associated longitudinal members form a body in the shape of a hollow prism. The whole fixture comprises a structure in which the reflective sheets are stressed and carry both bending and torsional stresses.

Abstract: Protective covers for workmen and equipment including a ground or pedestal type terminal cover fabricated to protect ground and pedestal type terminals and the cable connections connected therewith against weather, moisture, water and etc. A sealed enclosure rests on the ground and encompasses the terminal ends of buried cables and conduits, the enclosure having easily accessible opening panels for access to the ends of the electrical cables but offering extensive protection to these cables when the enclosure is fully filled. A sectional pole system is mounted atop the enclosure to provide support for above ground cables that are brought to the pole and admitted to the enclosure and its associated terminals. Also included is a portable easily assembled boxlike unit which may be folded flat for transport, may be set over material and equipment and also used as protection for workman.

Abstract: A tower supporting loads at heights up to 180 feet and higher, the tower being tubular and tapered convergently in an upward direction, the tower being filled with concrete throughout a major portion of the height.