公开(公告)号：US08215619B2

公开(公告)日：2012-07-10

申请号：US12629381

申请日：2009-12-02

Applicant: Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

Inventor： Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

IPC: E01F15/00

CPC classification number: E01F15/0461 ,  E01F15/025 ,  E01F15/0423 ,  E01F15/143

Abstract: A breakaway support post for a guardrail includes an upper post member and a lower post member. The upper and lower post members are overlapping and configured such that the upper and lower post members are non-rotatable relative to each other about an axis extending in an axial impact direction. In one embodiment, a tensile fastener extends in the axial impact direction and connects overlapping portions of the upper and lower post members. In another embodiment, a shear fastener extends transversely to the axial impact direction and is the only connection between the upper and lower post members. In another aspect, a guardrail assembly includes first and second rail sections, with a deforming member deforming the first rail section as it moves relative to the second rail section. Methods of using and assembling a guardrail assembly are also provided.

Abstract translation: 护栏的分离支撑柱包括上柱构件和下柱构件。 上和下柱构件重叠和构造成使得上和下柱构件围绕在轴向冲击方向上延伸的轴线相对于彼此不可旋转。 在一个实施例中，拉伸紧固件在轴向冲击方向上延伸并且连接上部和下部柱构件的重叠部分。 在另一个实施例中，剪切紧固件横向于轴向冲击方向延伸，并且是上部和下部柱部件之间的唯一连接。 在另一方面，一种护栏组件包括第一和第二轨道部分，当第一轨道段相对于第二轨道段运动时，变形构件使第一轨道部分变形。 还提供了使用和组装护栏组件的方法。

公开(公告)号：US06554529B2

公开(公告)日：2003-04-29

申请号：US09799905

申请日：2001-03-05

Applicant: Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler

Inventor： Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler

IPC: G01F1500

CPC classification number: E01F15/146

Abstract: An energy absorbing assembly for a roadside crash cushion includes a resilient, self-restoring tube and a compression element positioned inside the tube to brace the tube against compression along a compression axis while allowing compression of the tube in other directions. The compression element is mounted to the tube by a hinge having a first portion secured to the tube, a second portion secured to the compression element, and a hinge portion interconnecting the first and second portions. The hinge reduces bending forces on the fasteners that secure the hinge to the tube and to the compression element in an axial impact.

公开(公告)号：US20100243978A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-30

申请号：US12629381

申请日：2009-12-02

Applicant: PATRICK A. LEONHARDT ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

Inventor： PATRICK A. LEONHARDT ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

IPC: E01F15/00

CPC classification number: E01F15/0461 ,  E01F15/025 ,  E01F15/0423 ,  E01F15/143

Abstract: A breakaway support post for a guardrail includes an upper post member and a lower post member. The upper and lower post members are overlapping and configured such that the upper and lower post members are non-rotatable relative to each other about an axis extending in an axial impact direction. In one embodiment, a tensile fastener extends in the axial impact direction and connects overlapping portions of the upper and lower post members. In another embodiment, a shear fastener extends transversely to the axial impact direction and is the only connection between the upper and lower post members. In another aspect, a guardrail assembly includes first and second rail sections, with a deforming member deforming the first rail section as it moves relative to the second rail section. Methods of using and assembling a guardrail assembly are also provided.

Abstract translation: 护栏的分离支撑柱包括上柱构件和下柱构件。 上和下柱构件重叠和构造成使得上和下柱构件围绕在轴向冲击方向上延伸的轴线相对于彼此不可旋转。 在一个实施例中，拉伸紧固件在轴向冲击方向上延伸并且连接上部和下部柱构件的重叠部分。 在另一个实施例中，剪切紧固件横向于轴向冲击方向延伸，并且是上部和下部柱部件之间的唯一连接。 在另一方面，一种护栏组件包括第一和第二轨道部分，当第一轨道段相对于第二轨道段运动时，变形构件使第一轨道段变形。 还提供了使用和组装护栏组件的方法。

公开(公告)号：US08360400B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-29

申请号：US13459946

申请日：2012-04-30

Applicant: Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

Inventor： Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

IPC: E01F15/00

CPC classification number: E01F15/0461 ,  E01F15/025 ,  E01F15/0423 ,  E01F15/143

Abstract: A guardrail assembly includes first and second rail sections, with a deforming member deforming the first rail section as it moves relative to the second rail section. Methods of using and assembling a guardrail assembly are also provided.

Abstract translation: 护栏组件包括第一和第二轨道部分，当第一轨道段相对于第二轨道部分运动时，变形构件使第一轨道部分变形。 还提供了使用和组装护栏组件的方法。

公开(公告)号：US06461076B1

公开(公告)日：2002-10-08

申请号：US09753476

申请日：2001-01-03

Applicant: Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler

Inventor： Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler

IPC: E01F1514

CPC classification number: E01F15/146

Abstract: A vehicle impact attenuator includes an array of resilient, self-restoring tubes arranged along a longitudinal axis. This array includes two or more tubes per row. The tubes each include a respective compression element oriented at an acute angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the array, and an elongated structure such as a set of cables or rails is positioned between the tubes and in alignment with the longitudinal axis. The tubes are guided for sliding movement along the rail or cables in an axial impact, and the tubes, compression elements, guides, and rail cooperate to redirect a laterally impacting vehicle.

公开(公告)号：US20120211710A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-23

申请号：US13459946

申请日：2012-04-30

Applicant: Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

Inventor： Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Michael J. Buehler ,  Brent S. Sindorf

IPC: E01F15/04

CPC classification number: E01F15/0461 ,  E01F15/025 ,  E01F15/0423 ,  E01F15/143

Abstract: A guardrail assembly includes first and second rail sections, with a deforming member deforming the first rail section as it moves relative to the second rail section. Methods of using and assembling a guardrail assembly are also provided.

Abstract translation: 护栏组件包括第一和第二轨道部分，当第一轨道段相对于第二轨道部分运动时，变形构件使第一轨道部分变形。 还提供了使用和组装护栏组件的方法。

公开(公告)号：US08348546B2

公开(公告)日：2013-01-08

申请号：US13363725

申请日：2012-02-01

Applicant: James B. Welch ,  Douglas E. Wilkinson ,  Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Michael H. Oberth ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Sean Thompson ,  Donald L. Crothers

Inventor： James B. Welch ,  Douglas E. Wilkinson ,  Patrick A. Leonhardt ,  Michael H. Oberth ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Sean Thompson ,  Donald L. Crothers

IPC: E01C19/52

CPC classification number: B66F9/18 ,  B66C1/427 ,  B66C1/62 ,  B66C1/68 ,  B66C23/44 ,  B66F9/065 ,  E01F15/006

Abstract: A method for transferring a barrier includes providing a barrier having first and second sides and a plurality of barrier modules connected end-to-end, driving a transfer vehicle along a path on the first side of the barrier, wherein the vehicle is supported entirely by a support surface on the first side of the barrier and is free of any engagement with the support surface on the second side of the barrier. The transfer vehicle includes a barrier transfer device with a support disposed above the barrier and a carriage coupled to the support. The method further includes sequentially engaging the plurality of barrier modules with the carriage, sequentially moving the plurality of barrier modules in a lateral direction with the carriage, and sequentially releasing the plurality of barrier modules from the carriage.

Abstract translation: 一种用于传送屏障的方法包括提供具有第一和第二侧面的屏障以及端对端连接的多个屏障模块，沿着屏障的第一侧上的路径驱动传输车辆，其中车辆完全由 在屏障的第一侧上的支撑表面，并且与屏障的第二侧上的支撑表面没有任何接合。 传送车辆包括具有设置在屏障上方的支撑件的阻挡传递装置和联接到支撑件的滑架。 所述方法还包括使所述多个屏障模块与所述滑架顺序地接合，使所述多个屏障模块沿着所述滑架沿横向依次移动，并且从所述滑架顺序地释放所述多个屏障组件。

公开(公告)号：US20110271597A1

公开(公告)日：2011-11-10

申请号：US13095309

申请日：2011-04-27

Applicant: Douglas E. Wilkinson ,  Anthony R. Van Brocklin ,  Barry D. Stephens

Inventor： Douglas E. Wilkinson ,  Anthony R. Van Brocklin ,  Barry D. Stephens

IPC: E06B11/06 ,  E05D7/00 ,  E06B11/00

CPC classification number: E01F15/12

Abstract: A gate for providing an opening in a barrier system includes a gate barrier segment and a connector having first and second connector segments. The first connector segment is coupled to the gate barrier segment. The first and second connector segments are releasably coupled, and may be hingedly connected on at least one of a first and second side thereof. The second connector segment is configured to be coupled to a stationary barrier segment.

Abstract translation: 用于在屏障系统中提供开口的门包括栅极阻挡段和具有第一和第二连接器段的连接器。 第一连接器段耦合到栅极阻挡段。 第一和第二连接器段可释放地联接，并且可以铰接地连接在其第一和第二侧中的至少一个上。 第二连接器段被配置为耦合到固定屏障段。

公开(公告)号：US20120217459A1

公开(公告)日：2012-08-30

申请号：US13362155

申请日：2012-01-31

Applicant: Brian Smith ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Patrick A. Leonhardt

Inventor： Brian Smith ,  Barry D. Stephens ,  Patrick A. Leonhardt

IPC: E01F15/04

CPC classification number: E01F15/143

Abstract: An end terminal for a guardrail system includes an elongated guardrail beam and a flattening or reshaping device defining a channel having an inlet and an outlet vertically aligned along a longitudinal axis. The guardrail beam is moveable along the longitudinal axis through the channel from the inlet to the outlet. An anchor is vertically spaced below the outlet, with a tether coupled between the anchor and an end portion of the guardrail beam. The tether is adapted to pull the guardrail beam downwardly from a first height at the outlet to a second height vertically spaced from the first height free of any engagement with any other structure once the guardrail beam exits the outlet, and with a bending of the deformed guardrail beam in only one direction after the deformed guardrail beam leaves the outlet. Methods of assembly and operation are also provided.

Abstract translation: 用于护栏系统的终端包括细长护栏梁和平坦化或整形装置，其限定具有沿着纵向轴线垂直对准的入口和出口的通道。 护栏梁可以沿着纵向轴线从入口到出口通过通道移动。 锚固件在出口下方垂直间隔开，并且连接在锚固件和护栏梁的端部之间的系绳。 系绳适于将护栏梁从出口处的第一高度向下拉至与第一高度垂直间隔开的第二高度，一旦护栏梁离开出口，与其他结构无任何接合，一旦变形 在变形的护栏离开出口后，护栏梁只有一个方向。 还提供了组装和操作的方法。

公开(公告)号：US5868521A

公开(公告)日：1999-02-09

申请号：US996748

申请日：1997-12-23

Applicant: Michael H. Oberth ,  David C. Gertz ,  John V. Machado ,  Barry D. Stephens

Inventor： Michael H. Oberth ,  David C. Gertz ,  John V. Machado ,  Barry D. Stephens

IPC: E01F15/00 ,  E01F15/14 ,  F16F7/104 ,  F16F7/12 ,  E01F15/04

CPC classification number: E01F15/146 ,  Y10S428/911

Abstract: A highway crash cushion includes a single, central, rigid, guide rail that guides the crash cushion in axial collapse. Diaphragm assemblies are each provided with recessed legs, and a central guide that slides along the rail while locking against the rail in a lateral collision. The diaphragm assemblies support fender panels that include four longitudinally extending ridges, a central slot, and a tapered trailing edge that reduces vehicle snagging. Energy absorbing elements are disposed between the diaphragm assemblies, and each includes an indicator that clearly indicates when the element has been compressed and possibly damaged.

Abstract translation: 高速公路碰撞缓冲垫包括一个单一的，中央的，刚性的导轨，用于引导碰撞缓冲垫轴向崩溃。 隔膜组件分别设置有凹入的腿部，以及沿着轨道滑动的中心导向件，同时在横向碰撞中抵靠在轨道上。 隔膜组件支撑翼子板，其包括四个纵向延伸的脊，中心狭槽和减小车辆阻塞的锥形后缘。 能量吸收元件设置在隔膜组件之间，并且每个包括清楚地指示元件什么时候被压缩并且可能被损坏的指示器。