Abstract: A net layer (32) defines the shell (40) of a building, carried by any necessary supports. A hardening layer (34) is applied to fix the shape of the net layer (32) and to establish wall, roof, and floor. Optionally the shell is of sufficient strength to receive application of further layers in order to define an exoskeleton. Structures of roof sections include parallel-sided segments and converging-sided segments, with troughed or domed section shapes. Structures of walls include opposed shell sides (35), (78) and central filler layers (70), together defining an exoskeleton. Posts (72) can add additional structural capacities for supporting walls, roof and floor and can be formed integrally of net (32) and hardener (34).

Abstract: A net layer (32) defines the shell (40) of a building, carried by any necessary supports. A hardening layer (34) is applied to fix the shape of the net layer (32) and to establish wall, roof, and floor. Optionally the shell is of sufficient strength to receive application of further layers in order to define an exoskeleton. Structures of roof sections include parallel-sided segments and converging-sided segments, with troughed or domed section shapes. Structures of walls include opposed shell sides (35), (78) and central filler layers (70), together defining an exoskeleton. Posts (72) can add additional structural capacities for supporting walls, roof and floor and can be formed integrally of net (32) and hardener (34).

Abstract: A modular ballistic abatement barrier system (10) includes a first corrugated panel (12) having at least one aperture (13), a second corrugated panel (16) having at least one aperture (17), and a ballistic cloth (14) placed between the first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel. The ballistic cloth can also include at least one aperture (15). The first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel are coupled using at least one among a mechanical bond and a chemical bond. For example, the ballistic cloth can be laminated between the first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel to form a multi-layered panel. Alternatively, the first corrugated panel, the ballistic cloth, and the second corrugated panel can be coupled together using a fastener that compresses the ballistic cloth between the first corrugated panel and the second corrugated panel.

Abstract: A pouch for dispensing a beverage. The pouch includes a pair of opposing walls with a first half and a second half. A valve is inserted within one of the walls at the first half of the pouch. The valve is configured to be operable with a beverage dispenser. The pouch also includes various elements for hanging the pouch by its second half such that the pouch may be hung and dispense the beverage through the valve.

Abstract: A reinforced concrete deck structure particularly adaptable for bridge spans is made up of superimposed layers of concrete with a corrugated metal pan therebetween along with a plurality of reinforcing bars which extend transversely of and through the corrugations. Individual, partially completed slabs are precast and are then placed on a bridge span and covered with a second layer.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a long-span decking panel. The long-span decking panel is used, for instance, to span the space between girders to create a roof or a composite floor. The panel has a flange member having a first edge and a second edge. The edges are at least 11 inches apart. The flange member defines an essentially flat unbroken soffit except for a series of stiffening ribs running transverse to the edges. The stiffening ribs provide sufficient rigidity to the flange member to prevent it from buckling along its length. The long-span decking panel also has a first web member which is integrally jointed and extending obliquely form the first edge. There is also a second web member integrally joined and extending obliquely from the second edge. The web members can be of any desirable length depending on the decking situation.

Abstract: A reinforcing structure useful in the formation of an energy absorbing composite suitable for use as a motor vehicle body panel which resists deformation upon absorbing impact loads by distribution of a deforming load to areas of the composite surrounding the area of impact. The composite has a plurality of particulate, reinforcing members in a polymer matrix and at least one undulating, reinforcing, sheet member as a reinforcing structure between the external walls of the composite. The load distributing, particulate, reinforcing members and the undulating, reinforcing, sheet member components are retained in a thermoplastic or thermosetting resin matrix. Preferably, the load distributing components include at least one undulating, reinforcing sheet which is formed on a molding means having a first and second series of intersecting parallel axes so as to form an undulating sheet having alternating troughs and crests.

Abstract: This invention relates to corrugated roofing sheets for building, made of a mixture of cement and inert materials, reinforced with synthetic fibers in fibrillated mesh form, characterized by having a rough outer surface due to the presence of surface granular material. The granular material is applied to the sheets during their finishing but before the cement has started to set, by simply strewing it over the sheet surface.

Abstract: The covering is constructed on the site and adheres to a corrugated support 1 and to spaced-apart projections 2. It comprises a reinforcing element of metal or of a glass cloth 4, 6 having meshes which are small enough to retain a foaming product which is still in the liquid state but sufficiently rigid (for example ribbed) so as to be planar and have great strength. The reinforcing element is embedded in the foaming material in the course of the solidification of the latter and imparts thereto a planar outer surface. Air pockets are formed between the corrugation roots 10 and the solidified and reinforced foaming product. This reinforcing element may include two successive layers, namely a layer 4 having small meshes and a layer 6 having large meshes, the latter providing the desired strength.

Abstract: A construction element comprises a ribbed sheet metal core whose ribs are of trapezoidal cross section, at least partially embedded in plastic foam. Fretwork extends along the tops of the ribs, transversely or longitudinally thereof. Transversely, the fretwork can be spaced metal straps or wooden slats. Longitudinally, the fretwork can be undulant or twisted metal strips. The fretwork can be embedded in the plastic foam, or can disposed outside and spaced from the plastic foam so as to serve to improve the connection between the construction element and a layer of concrete cast thereon. The construction elements have overlapping edges of reduced thickness into which the metal core extends. The ends of the construction elements have Z-shaped members one wing of which is secured to the core and the other wing of which serves to secure the element to a support.

Abstract: A studless wall system and method of erecting the same, incorporating a plurality of spaced apart reinforced wall panels forming a wall assembly. The wall panels are each made from easily handled composite beams or posts arranged in side-by-side fashion and secured to spacer members extending beyond adjacent ones of the beams. At least some of the spacer members are immobilized and the space between wall panels serves as an insulating space, or may have electrical wiring, plumbing, lighting fixtures, and heating conduits placed therein. The composite beams or posts comprise elongate steel channels filled with a suitable, lightweight cementitious material. The steel surfaces of the channels are positioned to be inside the wall assembly where they will effectively serve as a fire barrier.