20240011229. MODULAR EXPANSION JOINTS CONFIGURED TO MINIMIZE NOISE, BRIDGES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME simplified abstract (University of Washington)
Contents
- 1 MODULAR EXPANSION JOINTS CONFIGURED TO MINIMIZE NOISE, BRIDGES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 MODULAR EXPANSION JOINTS CONFIGURED TO MINIMIZE NOISE, BRIDGES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Original Abstract Submitted
MODULAR EXPANSION JOINTS CONFIGURED TO MINIMIZE NOISE, BRIDGES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Per G. Reinhall of Seattle WA (US)
Jeffrey Lipton of Seattle WA (US)
Sawyer Thomas of Seattle WA (US)
Waiel Elmadih of Seattle WA (US)
MODULAR EXPANSION JOINTS CONFIGURED TO MINIMIZE NOISE, BRIDGES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240011229 titled 'MODULAR EXPANSION JOINTS CONFIGURED TO MINIMIZE NOISE, BRIDGES INCLUDING THE SAME, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a modular expansion joint for a bridge that includes an upper expansion support with a hinge design for pivoting. It can also have a moisture seal and/or a lower expansion support. The joint consists of two beams with a gap in between where the upper expansion support can be placed. The beams have top flanges and webs, with the upper expansion support positioned between the top flanges and the lower expansion support positioned between the webs. The upper expansion support provides a continuation of a travel surface across the beam tops, reducing pressure spikes and noise from tires.
- The patent is for a modular expansion joint for bridges.
- The joint includes an upper expansion support with a hinge design for pivoting.
- It can also have a moisture seal and/or a lower expansion support.
- The joint consists of two beams with a gap in between for the upper expansion support.
- Each beam has a top flange and a web.
- The upper expansion support is positioned between the top flanges, while the lower expansion support is positioned between the webs.
- The upper expansion support provides a continuation of a travel surface across the beam tops.
- This reduces pressure spikes and noise from tires moving across the travel surface.
Potential Applications
- Bridges and other structures requiring expansion joints.
Problems Solved
- Pressure spikes and noise caused by tires moving across expansion joints.
- Potential damage to the bridge structure due to expansion and contraction.
Benefits
- Reduced pressure spikes and noise from tires.
- Improved durability and longevity of the bridge structure.
- Enhanced safety and comfort for vehicles crossing the bridge.
Original Abstract Submitted
a modular expansion joint (e.g., for a bridge) can include an upper expansion support exhibiting a hinge design arranged for pivoting about a vertically extending axis. the upper expansion support underneath may be accompanied by a moisture seal and/or a lower expansion support. the modular expansion joint may include two beams that may be spaced apart by a gap into which the upper expansion support etc. can be received. each of the two beams can include a top flange defining a top surface and a web extending from the flange. the upper expansion support can be positioned between the top flanges, while the lower expansion support can be positioned between the webs, for example. the upper expansion support may provide a continuation of a travel surface across the beam tops and may accordingly reduce pressure spikes and/or noise from tires moving across the travel surface.
