18246995. STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM simplified abstract (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation)
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STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Organization Name
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
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STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18246995 titled 'STRUCTURE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
Abstract
A patent application describes a structure made of steel that is buried in the ground. The structure has two wirings - one connected to the structure and the other connected to an electrode. A switch controls the conduction state between the two wirings. When the switch is turned on, the electrode has a higher potential than the structure. The electrode can be made of a metal with a lower ionization tendency than the metal in the structure.
Bullet Points
- Structure made of steel buried in the ground
- Two wirings - one connected to the structure, the other to an electrode
- Switch controls conduction state between the wirings
- When switch is on, electrode has higher potential than structure
- Electrode made of metal with lower ionization tendency than structure's metal
Potential Applications
- Grounding systems for electrical installations
- Lightning protection systems for buildings and structures
- Cathodic protection systems for underground pipelines and tanks
Problems Solved
- Provides a controlled conduction state between a structure and an electrode
- Prevents corrosion and damage to the structure by diverting electrical currents
- Protects against lightning strikes and electrical surges
Benefits
- Improved safety and protection for structures and electrical systems
- Reduces the risk of corrosion and damage to buried structures
- Enhances the lifespan and durability of infrastructure
- Minimizes the impact of lightning strikes and electrical surges
Original Abstract Submitted
A structure is made of a metal such as a steel material and is buried in the ground. A first wiring is connected to the structure. A second wiring is connected to an electrode. A switch turns on and off a conduction state between the first wiring and the second wiring. In a state where the switch is turned on, the electrode is in a higher potential state as compared to the structure. The electrode can be made of a metal having an ionization tendency lower than that of the metal included in the structure.
