Method of use of flange connectors for double tee beams

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 11802400
APP PUB NO 20210340753A1
SERIAL NO

17373096

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A connector for joining concrete structures such as double tee beams to one another. The connector includes a curved bolt that is formed with a shape memory alloy. Through utilization of the bolt, a joint can be post-tensioned following assembly through application of heat to the joint. Post-tensioning can be reapplied following loosening of the joint through application of heat. When considering a super elastic shape memory alloy, the bolt can be a smart bolt that can self-correct following deformation due to excessive load.

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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINAOSBORNE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING STE 109 COLUMBIA SC 29208

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Anay, Rafal Columbia, US 2 0
Ziehl, Paul Irmo, US 12 31

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