Patent ID: 6530182
Filing Date: 2003-03-11
Classification: E04H

Abstract:
An apparatus for bracing a structure from seismic shock, said apparatus comprising:an elongated multi-armed central strut of continuous construction having opposite ends adapted to receive fastening devices, said elongated multi-armed central strut adapted to plastically absorb both tension and compressive forces to maximize an energy absorption capacity of the apparatus; a plurality of spacer members each adapted to abut a portion of said elongated multi-armed central strut, an outside surface of said plurality of spacer members and at least one radial extremity of said elongated multi-armed central strut forming a cylinder, said cylinder encompassing substantially an entire length of said elongated multi-armed central strut, excepting said opposite ends; a buckling-restricting sleeve disposed about said cylinder; and an adhesive to adhere said plurality of spacers to said buckling-restricting sleeve.