Self-centering energy dissipative brace apparatus with tensioning elements
CA 2599514 C · Owner: Christopoulos, Constantin · Inventors: Christopoulos, Constantin; Tremblay, Robert
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The present invention generally relates to a self-centering energy dissipative brace apparatus. A bracing system is often needed to stabilize strengthen or , stiffen structures such as buildings which are subjected to severe or extreme conditions. The brace apparatus may be installed in a structure to dissipate input energy and minimize residual deformations related to exceptional loading imposed on the structure by winds, earthquakes impacts or explosions. The , apparatus integrates self-centering properties and energy. dissipative capacities which help minimize structural damage.
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- Filed March 3, 2005 and granted September 25, 2012. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended March 3, 2025.
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