Title: Method of assembling building structures

Abstract: A method of assembling building structures utilizing precast concrete building units which are positioned side-by-side and end-to-end as well as stacked to form a multistory structure; the units being secured together by tendons freely threaded through horizontal and vertical chases provided in the building units, placed under tension and anchored at their extremities.

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Inventors: Rice, Edward K. (Los Angeles, CA, US)

Application Number: 340391
Filing Date: 1973-03-12
Publication_date: 1976-04-27
Assignee:
Primary Class(es): 52/745.03 52/742.16, 264/228
Other Classes:
US Patent Ref:

1397976	Nov, 1921	McAvoy	52/227.
2635451	Apr, 1953	Walthers	52/227.
2684589	Jul, 1954	Perreton	52/228.
3260025	Jul, 1966	Van Der Leley	52/228.

Other Refs: 778,542591,494

Feb, 1968	CA
Aug, 1947	UK

Primary Examiner: Ridgill, Jr., James L.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Lyon & Lyon