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WO2025226855A1 - Appareil d'abri pour bâtiments modulaires - Google Patents

Appareil d'abri pour bâtiments modulaires

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WO2025226855A1
WO2025226855A1 PCT/US2025/026035 US2025026035W WO2025226855A1 WO 2025226855 A1 WO2025226855 A1 WO 2025226855A1 US 2025026035 W US2025026035 W US 2025026035W WO 2025226855 A1 WO2025226855 A1 WO 2025226855A1
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shelter apparatus
frame
shelter
mounting assemblies
mounting
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Torrey Rea LAMBERT
Vincent BUDETTI
III Glenn Joseph FLOYD
Nyssa HUGHES
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Williams Scotsman Inc
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B1/00—Constructions in general; Structures which are not restricted either to walls, e.g. partitions, or floors or ceilings or roofs
    • E04B1/348—Structures composed of units comprising at least considerable parts of two sides of a room, e.g. box-like or cell-like units closed or in skeleton form
    • E04B1/34815—Elements not integrated in a skeleton
    • E04B1/3483—Elements not integrated in a skeleton the supporting structure consisting of metal
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
    • E04H15/00—Tents or canopies, in general
    • E04H15/18—Tents having plural sectional covers, e.g. pavilions, vaulted tents, marquees, circus tents; Plural tents, e.g. modular
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B1/00—Constructions in general; Structures which are not restricted either to walls, e.g. partitions, or floors or ceilings or roofs
    • E04B1/348—Structures composed of units comprising at least considerable parts of two sides of a room, e.g. box-like or cell-like units closed or in skeleton form
    • E04B2001/34876—Structures composed of units comprising at least considerable parts of two sides of a room, e.g. box-like or cell-like units closed or in skeleton form with a sloping or barrel roof
    • E04B2001/34884—Structures composed of units comprising at least considerable parts of two sides of a room, e.g. box-like or cell-like units closed or in skeleton form with a sloping or barrel roof creating a living space between several units
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04H—BUILDINGS OR LIKE STRUCTURES FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES; SWIMMING OR SPLASH BATHS OR POOLS; MASTS; FENCING; TENTS OR CANOPIES, IN GENERAL
    • E04H1/00—Buildings or groups of buildings for dwelling or office purposes; General layout, e.g. modular co-ordination or staggered storeys
    • E04H1/12—Small buildings or other erections for limited occupation, erected in the open air or arranged in buildings, e.g. kiosks, waiting shelters for bus stops or for filling stations, roofs for railway platforms, watchmen's huts or dressing cubicles
    • E04H2001/1283—Small buildings of the ISO containers type

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  • the present disclosure relates generally to modular buildings, for example mobile buildings and other mobile structures.
  • Some such modular buildings are formed from storage or shipping containers and/or otherwise constructed with standardized shipping container dimensions.
  • Such modular buildings are often deployed in environments (e.g., construction sites, event sites, mining sites, oil rigs) where shelter or cover may be beneficial for persons or equipment working in such environments.
  • An easily deployable and stable source of shelter with such modular buildings would be desirable.
  • Embodiments of the present disclosure include a shelter apparatus for assembly on a plurality of mobile structures.
  • the shelter apparatus includes a frame.
  • the shelter apparatus further includes a cover coupled to the frame.
  • the shelter apparatus further includes a plurality of mounting assemblies configured to attach the frame to a plurality of corner blocks of the plurality of mobile structures.
  • the plurality of mounting assemblies are configured to apply an entire weight load of the shelter apparatus to the plurality of corner blocks of the plurality of mobile structures. In some embodiments, the plurality of mounting assemblies are configured to prevent moment forces from being applied by the shelter apparatus to the plurality of comer blocks via one or more of a clearance or gap between components or a pinbased saddle joint. In some embodiments, at least one of the plurality of mounting assemblies includes an indexing feature configured to seat within an opening of at least one of the plurality of corner blocks of the plurality of mobile structures. In some embodiments, at least one of the frame or the plurality of mounting assemblies includes a fall arrest feature including an aperture configured for fastening to a safety harness.
  • At least one of the frame of the plurality of mounting assemblies includes D-rings or hooks of multiple sizes configured to allow for multiple kinds of lift systems to lift at least a portion of the shelter apparatus.
  • the frame comprises at least one rafter, at least one purlin, and at least one brace coupled together via at least one joint assembly component.
  • At least two components of the frame are coupled together via at least one non-threaded pin.
  • the at least two components of the frame include a rail of the frame and a rafter of the frame coupled together via a non-threaded pin.
  • the plurality of mounting assemblies attach the rail of the frame to a mobile structure of the plurality of mobile structures, the rafter includes a first rafter component coupled to the rail and a second rafter component configured to be coupled to the first rafter component, and the rail includes a rotational locking pin configured to prevent the first rafter component from rotating past the rotational locking pin during assembly of the frame while the second rafter component is being coupled to the first rafter component.
  • the cover includes one or more assembly markings configured to align with corresponding components of the frame during assembly of the shelter apparatus.
  • the cover includes a vehicle indicator arranged at an end of the shelter apparatus, the vehicle indicator being located on the end of the shelter apparatus to visually indicate to a driver where a side of a vehicle should be aligned when driving under the shelter apparatus to avoid hitting the shelter apparatus.
  • at least one of the frame, the cover, or the plurality of mounting assemblies is configured to be disassembled.
  • Embodiments of the present disclosure further include a shelter apparatus for assembly on a plurality of mobile structures.
  • the shelter apparatus includes a frame.
  • the shelter apparatus further includes a plurality of mounting assemblies configured to attach the frame to a plurality of corner blocks of the plurality of mobile structures, the plurality of mounting assemblies being configured to apply an entire weight load of the shelter apparatus to the plurality of corner blocks of the plurality of mobile structures.
  • the plurality of mounting assemblies are configured to prevent moment forces from being applied by the shelter apparatus to the plurality of corner blocks via one or more of a clearance or gap between components or a pin-based saddle joint.
  • at least one of the plurality of mounting assemblies includes an indexing feature configured to seat within an opening of at least one of the plurality of comer blocks of the plurality of mobile structures.
  • at least one of the frame or the plurality of mounting assemblies includes a fall arrest feature including an aperture configured for fastening to a safety harness.
  • Embodiments of the present disclosure further includes a shelter apparatus for assembly on a plurality of mobile structures.
  • the shelter apparatus includes a frame.
  • the shelter apparatus further includes a plurality of mounting assemblies configured to attach the frame to a plurality of corner blocks of the plurality of mobile structures, the plurality of mounting assemblies are configured to prevent moment forces from being applied to the plurality of corner blocks.
  • the plurality of mounting assemblies are configured to prevent the moment forces from being applied to the plurality of corner blocks via one or more of a clearance or gap between components or a pin-based saddle joint. In some embodiments, the plurality of mounting assemblies are configured to apply an entire weight load of the shelter apparatus to the plurality of corner blocks of the plurality of mobile structures.
  • FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 2 is a front view of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 5 is a perspective view of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 9 is a perspective view of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a plurality of mounting assemblies of the shelter apparatus deployed on one or more mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 11 is a perspective view of another shelter apparatus deployed on mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 12 is another perspective view of the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11, showing a frame of the shelter apparatus, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 13 is a detail view of a mounting structure of the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 14 is a front view of the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11, including indications of load directions imparted by the shelter apparatus on the mobile structures, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 15 is a detail view of a portion of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11, including indications of load directions imparted by the shelter apparatus, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 16 is a perspective view of a corner structure of a mobile structure of FIG. 11, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 17 is a detail view of the comer structure of FIG. 16, shown with a mounting assembly installed therein, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 18 is a detail view of a mounting structure coupling the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11 to a mobile structure, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 19 is a top view of a mounting nut of a mounting assembly of the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 20 is a front view of the mounting nut of FIG. 19, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 21 is a cross-sectional view of a mounting assembly attached to a corner block, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 22A is a front view of a mounting assembly attached to a corner block, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 22B is a side view of the mounting assembly attached to the corner block of FIG. 22A, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 23 A is a front view of a mounting assembly having a saddle joint attached to a corner block, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 23B is a side view of the mounting assembly having the saddle joint attached to the corner block of FIG. 23 A, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 24 is a perspective view of a frame of the shelter apparatus, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 25 is a top view of a joint of the frame of FIG. 24, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 26 is a side view of a joint of the frame of FIG. 24, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 27 is a side view of a pin fastener, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 28 is a front view of a support rail of the frame of FIG. 24, showing a receiving channel having a rafter stabilization pin fastener, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 29 is a side view of a support rail of the frame of FIG. 24, showing a plurality of lifting features, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 30 is a bottom view of the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11, showing a cover having alignment markers, according to some embodiments.
  • FIG. 31 is a front view of the shelter apparatus of FIG. 11, showing a cover having vehicle indicators, according to some embodiments.
  • shelter apparatuses e.g., canopies, tents, shades, fabric structures, etc.
  • modular buildings or other mobile structures e.g., storage containers, shipping containers
  • the teachings herein provide for shelter apparatuses which can be easily installed on one or more mobile structures.
  • a shelter apparatus includes a frame defining a first or front side, a second or rear side opposite the first side, and a central or middle portion between the first side and the second sides of the shelter apparatus.
  • the shelter apparatus further includes a cover coupled to the frame and a plurality of mounting assemblies configured to detachably secure the shelter apparatus to the mobile structures.
  • the frame, cover, and mounting assemblies can be provided together according to the teachings herein in a modular shelter apparatus which can then be easily deployed or disassembled in the field without damage to the mobile structures.
  • Various structural characteristics of the shelter apparatuses described herein further enable easy deployment, as will be described in further detail below.
  • FIGS. 1 and 2 show a shelter apparatus 100 deployed on one or more mobile structures 102 (e.g., a first mobile structure and a second mobile structure), according to some embodiments.
  • the figures show a single shelter apparatus 100 mounted to a pair of spaced apart mobile structures 102, though multiple shelter apparatuses 100 may be mounted to a series of mobile structures 102 (e.g., end to end) as needed for the environment.
  • the mobile structure 102 is a shipping container.
  • the mobile structure 102 is a mobile and/or modular building, for example a structure having substantially similar dimensions as a standard shipping container and configured as an office or type of space for occupation by people, equipment, etc.
  • the mobile structure 102 can be sized so as to be suitable for transportation using standard transportation network equipment and infrastructure (e.g., trucks, roadways, trains, railways, etc.).
  • the mobile structure 102 includes a plurality of corner structures 104 (e.g., brackets, fittings, castings, etc.) positioned along the comers of the mobile structure 102.
  • the corner structure 104 includes a stacking aperture 106 (e.g., see FIGS. 3 and 4) positioned on a top side or a bottom side of the corner structure 104, a stadium aperture 108 (e.g., see FIGS.
  • the corner structure 104 includes the stacking aperture 106 and one or more stadium apertures 108.
  • the configuration and arrangement of one or more of the stacking aperture 106, the stadium aperture 108, and the shield aperture 110 are based on the location of the corner structure 104 on the mobile structure 102 (e.g., bottom left corner, top left comer, bottom right corner, top right corner, etc.).
  • the shelter apparatus 100 is shown as being coupled to a top (roof) of the mobile structure 102.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 is coupled to the top of a first mobile structure 102 and the top of a second mobile structure 102 so that the shelter apparatus 100 extends between the first mobile structure 102 and the second mobile structure 102.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 includes a first portion 112 (e.g., a front side, a first end), a second portion 114 (e.g., a rear side, a second end) opposite the first portion 112, and a central, middle, or third portion 116 extending from the first portion 112 to the second portion 114.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 has substantially the same length as the first mobile structure 102 and the second mobile structure 102.
  • the first portion 112 and the second portion 114 may have dimensions consistent with the length of a standard shipping container (e.g., as defined by the International Organization for Standardization).
  • the shelter apparatus 100 extends beyond the length of the mobile structure 102 such the shelter apparatus 100 provides an overhang or awning.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 further includes a frame 118, a cover 120 defining a plurality of cover sections 122 (e.g., see FIG.
  • first mounting assemblies 124 and the second mounting assemblies 126 are configured to secure the shelter apparatus 100 to the mobile structures 102 without penetrating (e.g., by a fastener, such as screw, bolt, or rivet) or causing damage to the mobile structures 102.
  • the frame 118 includes one or more angled or first supports 128, one or more lateral or second supports 130, and one or more vertical or third supports 132 positioned on or within the first portion 112, the second portion 114, and the third portion 116 of the shelter apparatus 100.
  • Such supports may be structural beams, channels, extrusions, box/hollow sections, pipes, or the like.
  • the angled supports 128 are oriented upward and positioned symmetrically to form an apex 134 (e.g., a peak) of the shelter apparatus 100.
  • the apex 134 of the shelter apparatus 100 defines a central plane extending longitudinally or lengthwise (e.g., from the first portion 112 to the second portion 114) between the first mobile structure 102 and the second mobile structure 102.
  • the angled supports 128, the lateral supports 130, and/or the vertical supports 132 include an opposing or symmetrical counterpart positioned symmetrically on the opposing side of the central plane defined by the apex 134.
  • one or more of the angled supports 128, the lateral supports 130, and/or the vertical supports 132 may be different in size (e.g., longer, or shorter) than illustrated in the figures.
  • the lateral supports 130 are arranged or spaced along the angled supports 128.
  • the lateral supports 130 are positioned at the apex 134, at the top of the mobile structure 102, and spaced between the respective lateral supports 130 along a length defined by the angled supports 128 and the vertical supports 132.
  • the lateral supports 130 extend the length (e.g., from the first portion 112 to the second portion 114) of the shelter apparatus 100.
  • the lateral supports 130 extend the width of the mobile structure 102.
  • the lateral supports 130 include one or more supports or constituents coupled to one another or integrally formed as the lateral supports 130.
  • the vertical supports 132 are coupled to the angled supports 128 and the lateral supports 130.
  • the vertical supports 132 are spaced or arranged such that the first portion 112, the second portion 114, and the third portion 116 includes a vertical support 132 on each side of the central plane defined by the apex 134.
  • the angled supports 128 extend from, are coupled to, or are continuous with the vertical supports 132.
  • the vertical supports 132 of the frame 118 define a base, lower, or vertical portion 136 of the shelter apparatus 100.
  • the angled supports 128 define an apex, upper, or angled portion 138 of the shelter apparatus 100.
  • the upper portion 138 of the frame 118 includes one or more intersecting supports 135.
  • the one or more intersecting supports 135 are configured to provide additional support to the frame 118 and the cover 120.
  • the lower portion 136 and the upper portion 138 of the shelter apparatus 100 each include cover sections 122 that extend from the first portion 112 to the third portion 116 and the second portion 114 to the third portion 116.
  • the cover sections 122 along the upper portion 138 extend a partial distance beyond the cover sections 122 along the lower portion 136 to create an awning or overhang.
  • the cover sections 122 along the lower portion 136 of the shelter apparatus 100 extend across at least a portion of the top of the mobile structure 102.
  • FIGS. 3 and 4 show the first mounting assembly 124, according to some embodiments.
  • the first mounting assembly 124 is configured to detachably coupled the frame 118 of the shelter apparatus 100 to a top comer (e.g., top comer of the first portion 112, top of the second portion 114) of the mobile structure 102. More specifically, the first mounting assembly 124 engages and couples one of the lateral supports 130 and one or the vertical supports 132 to the top of the mobile structure 102.
  • the base plate 140 engages a top side of the comer structure 104 and includes one or more base plate apertures 148 that receive the plate fasteners 142.
  • each of the plate fasteners 142 extend through the each of the base plate apertures 148 into one or more of the stacking aperture 106, the stadium aperture 108, or the shield aperture 110.
  • the plate fasteners 142 curve around an edge of the respective aperture in a J-shape.
  • the plate fasteners 142 each include a tightening agent 150 (e.g., a nut) to secure the base plate 140 with the comer structure 104.
  • the base plate 140 supports the lateral support 130 (e.g., a bottom side of the lateral support 130 engages a top side of the base plate 140).
  • the lateral support 130 is coupled to the base plate 140 by the mounting fasteners 145 that each extend through a mounting plate aperture 152 of the mounting plate 144.
  • the mounting fasteners 145 extend through the mounting plate apertures 152 and into the base plate apertures 148 and are received by the stacking aperture 106.
  • a bottom portion of the mounting fasteners 145 are integrally formed with (e.g., welded to) the base plate 140, and the mounting fasteners 145 extend through the mounting plate apertures 152 of the mounting plate 144.
  • the mounting fasteners 145 each include one or more tightening agents 154 (e.g., nut) to secure the mounting plate 144, the lateral support 130, and the base plate 140.
  • the coupling plate 146 is supported by and coupled to the lateral support 130.
  • the coupling plate 146 is configured to couple the lateral support 130 and the vertical support 132.
  • the coupling plate 146 includes one or more vertical support apertures sized to receive one or more vertical support fasteners 156 (e.g., pivot pins, bolts, screws, or other fastening agents).
  • the vertical support fasteners 156 are configured to allow movement of the vertical support 132 relative to the first mounting assembly 124.
  • the vertical support 132 defines an opening or slot 158 sized to receive a portion of the coupling plate 146.
  • the coupling plate 146 is integrally formed with (e.g., welded to) the lateral support 130.
  • the coupling plate 146 is coupled to the lateral support 130 in a similar manner as the coupling plate 146 is coupled to the vertical support 132.
  • the first mounting assembly 124 does not include the base plate 140.
  • the lateral support 130 may extend across the corner structure 104.
  • the plate fasteners 142 may similarly be received by one or more of the stacking aperture 106, the stadium aperture 108, or the shield aperture 110.
  • the plate fasteners 142 may be U-bolts or U-shaped. In such embodiments, the plate fasteners 142 curve around an edge of the respective aperture and extend upwardly and around the lateral support 130. The plate fasteners 142 may be received by the mounting plate apertures 152 of the mounting plate 144.
  • FIGS. 5 and 6 show the second mounting assembly 126, according to some embodiments.
  • the second mounting assembly 126 is configured to detachably couple the third portion 116 of the frame 118 of the shelter apparatus 100 to the mobile structure 102. More specifically, the second mounting assembly 126 engages and couples the lateral supports 130 and one of the vertical supports 132 to the top of the mobile structure 102.
  • the second mounting assembly 126 includes one or more clamp assemblies 160 (e.g., a first clamp assembly, a second clamp assembly, etc.) and the coupling plate 146.
  • Each of the clamp assemblies 160 includes a clamping plate 162, one or more tightening plates 164 (e.g., a first tightening plate, a second tightening plate, etc.), and one or more clamping fasteners 166.
  • the second mounting assembly 126 is configured to be detachably coupled along any portion (e.g., along the length) of a side rail (e.g., a top edge, lip, groove, etc.) of the mobile structure 102.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 is coupled to each mobile structure 102 by more second mounting assemblies 126 than shown in the figures.
  • the clamping plate 162 is coupled to the lateral support 130 that extends parallel with the width of the mobile structure 102 by one or more lateral support fasteners 165 (e.g., see FIG. 6).
  • the clamping plate 162 is integrally formed with the lateral support 130.
  • the clamping plate 162 is coupled to the lateral support 130 by one or more fasteners.
  • the clamping plate 162 is configured to engage the side rail of the mobile structure 102 to secure the shelter apparatus 100 to the mobile structure 102.
  • the clamping plate 162 defines an L-shape that includes a first or vertical portion and a second or horizontal portion.
  • the vertical portion of the clamping plate 162 engages the lateral support 130, the tightening plates 164, and a portion of the side rail of the mobile structure 102.
  • the horizontal portion of the clamping plate 162 engages a bottom side of the side rail of the mobile structure.
  • the tightening plates 164 are coupled to one or more of the lateral supports 130 or the clamping plate 162.
  • one of the tightening plates 164 is coupled to the lateral support 130 and the clamping plate 162 and is positioned above the tightening plate 164 that engages the side rail of the mobile structure 102.
  • the tightening plates 164 define a distance or gap that allows the tightening plates 164 to be adjusted.
  • the tightening plates 164 also each define one or more clamping apertures 168 sized to receive one of the clamping fasteners 166.
  • the clamping fasteners 166 extend through one of the clamping apertures 168 of each of the tightening plates 164 and extend at least the distance defined by the tightening plates 164.
  • the clamping fasteners 166 may be integrally formed with (e.g., welded to) the tightening plate 164 that engages the side rail of the mobile structure 102, and the clamping fasteners 166 extend through the clamping apertures 168 of the tightening plate 164 positioned above. It should be noted that the clamping fasteners 166 do not extend into or penetrate the side rail of the mobile structure 102.
  • the tightening plates 164 are oriented parallel to the horizontal portion of the clamping plate 162 and are configured to clamp or tighten the shelter apparatus 100 to the side rail of the mobile structure 102.
  • the vertical portion of the clamping plate 162 couples the tightening plates 164 with the horizontal portion of the clamping plate 162.
  • one of the tightening plates 164 engages the top side of the side rail of the mobile structure 102 as the horizontal portion of the clamping plate 162 engages the bottom side of the side rail.
  • one of the tightening plates 164 allows for the clamping fastener 166 to be tightened so as to adjust the distance defined by the tightening plates 164.
  • the clamping fasteners 166 may extend through an aperture of the lateral support 130 (e.g., see FIG. 8)
  • one of the tightening plates 164 e.g., the tightening plate 164 coupled to the lateral support 130
  • is integrally formed with e.g., welded to
  • one or more of the lateral support 130 or the clamping plate 162 e.g., see FIGS. 8 and 9. It should be noted that the arrangement and configuration of the first mounting assemblies 124 and the second mounting assemblies 126 may vary from what is shown and described herein.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 is modular such that it can be assembled in sections, portions, or arrangements other than what is described herein.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 may be assembled to the mobile structures 102 by first coupling the frame 118 to the mobile structures 102 by one or more of the first mounting assembly 124 or the second mounting assembly 126 and then coupling the cover sections 122 of the cover 120 to each portion of the frame 118.
  • the frame 118 may be assembled on a ground surface or separately from the mobile structure 102 and then lift onto and mounted to the mobile structure by one or more of the first mounting assembly 124 or the second mounting assembly 126.
  • the lateral supports 130 and/or the vertical supports 132 of the frame 118 may be first coupled to the mobile structure 102 by one or more of the first mounting assembly 124 or the second mounting assembly 126 and then the angled supports 128 and additional lateral supports 130 coupled to the lateral supports 130 and/or the vertical supports 132 coupled to the mobile structure 102.
  • the cover sections 122 of the cover 120 may then be secured to the frame 118 based on the components of the frame 118 selected for assembly.
  • the shelter apparatus 100 is mounted to the mobile structure 102 in a plurality of steps.
  • the lateral supports 130 proximate to the top of the mobile structure 102, the first mounting assemblies 124, and the second mounting assemblies 126 define a base rail or base system.
  • the base rail system then can be mounted to the mobile structures 102.
  • the one or more lateral supports 130 may be placed above and/or along the side rail of the mobile structures 102. Then, either the first mounting assemblies 124 or the second mounting assemblies 126 can be assembled next.
  • one of the first mounting assemblies 124 can be assembled by placing the base plate 140 above the corner structure 104 and inserting the plate fasteners 142 through the base plate apertures 148 and at least one of the stadium aperture 108 or the shield aperture 110.
  • the tightening agent 150 may then be used to secure the plate fasteners 142 and base plate 140 with the corner structure 104.
  • the lateral support 130 may be placed on the base plate 140, the mounting fasteners 145 may be inserted into the mounting plate apertures 152 of the mounting plate 144, and the tightening agents 154 may secure the lateral support 130, the base plate 140, and the mounting plate 144.
  • one of the first mounting assemblies 124 can be assembled by inserting the plate fasteners 142 through one or more of the stacking aperture 106, the stadium aperture 108, and/or the shield aperture 110 and tightening the tightening agents 154 to secure the lateral support 130 to the corner structure 104.
  • one of the second mounting assemblies 126 can be assembled by mounting the lateral support 130 that is coupled to the clamping plate 162 with one or more lateral support fasteners 165 to the lateral support 130 that is parallel with the side rail of the mobile structure 102.
  • the horizontal portion of the clamping plate 162 is placed to engage the bottom side of the side rail of the mobile structure 102.
  • one of the tightening plates 164 is placed to engage the top side of the side rail of the mobile structure 102, and the clamping fasteners 166 are inserted through the clamping apertures 168 of one or more of the tightening plates 164 and tightened to secure the mounting assembly 126 to the mobile structure 102.
  • the first mobile structure 102 and the second mobile structure 102 are positioned or squared relative to one another (e.g., parallel to each other lengthwise) and leveled such the top side of each the first mobile structure 102 and the second mobile structure 102 is parallel with a horizontal plane. Then, the first mobile structure 102 and the second mobile structure 102 are positioned a distance substantially equal to a lateral length (e.g., extending perpendicularly to the longitudinal plane) of frame 118 of the shelter apparatus 100.
  • a lateral length e.g., extending perpendicularly to the longitudinal plane
  • the frame 118 is assembled on a ground surface such that the frame 118 lays against the ground surface.
  • the vertical supports 132 and the angled supports 128 of each the first portion 112, the second portion 114, and the third portion 116 may be assembled separately on a ground surface.
  • the vertical supports 132 are coupled to the coupling plates 146 by the vertical support fasteners 156.
  • the vertical supports 132 and the vertical support fasteners 156 are configured to allow the frame 118 to pivot or move about the vertical support aperture.
  • the first portion 112 may be coupled to the base rail system by the first mounting assemblies 124.
  • the first portion 112 may then be pivoted about the vertical support aperture of the coupling plate 146 and oriented vertically (e.g., as illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2).
  • the lateral supports 130 are coupled to the angled supports 128 and the vertical supports 132 as the frame 118 is assembled on the ground surface.
  • the lateral supports 130 are coupled to the angled supports 128 and the vertical supports 132 once one or more of the first portion 112, the second portion 114, and/or the third portion 116 are coupled to the base rail system and pivoted to be oriented vertically.
  • the intersecting supports 135 may be mounted to one or more of the angled supports 128, the lateral supports 130, and/or the vertical supports 132.
  • each of the cover sections 122 of the cover 120 can be mounted to the frame 118 (e.g., see FIGS. 1 and 2).
  • the cover sections 122 are mounted to the frame 118 using a track system to place each of the cover sections 122 between the first portion 112 and the third portion 116 and between the second portion 114 and the third portion 116 and/or the lower portion 136 and the upper portion 138 of the frame 118.
  • FIGS. 1-10 is not meant to be limiting.
  • another type of shelter apparatus e.g., the shelter apparatus 200 discussed below, with respect to FIGS. 11-31
  • FIGS. 11-13 another shelter apparatus 200 is shown, according to some embodiments.
  • the shelter apparatus 200 is similarly shown deployed between two mobile structures 202 (e.g., similar to or the same as the mobile structures 102 discussed above). Although a particular configuration of the shelter apparatus 200 is shown, it should be appreciated that the shelter apparatus 200 may come in a variety of sizes to accommodate use with a variety of different mobile structures and/or mobile structure arrangements.
  • the shelter apparatus 200 includes a frame 204 coupled to two mounting structures 206 that are configured to engage the two mobile structures 202.
  • the frame 204 forms a generally arcuate shaped structure spanning between the two mobile structures 202 and includes a variety of support beams 208.
  • a cover 210 is affixed to a top side of the frame 204 (including the mounting structures 206) via one or more coupling features 212.
  • the frame 204 is formed of a metallic material (e.g., steel, aluminum alloy, titanium alloy) and the cover 210 is formed of a fabric material (e.g., polyester, nylon, polyethylene, PVC, polyvinylchloride, or other polymer sheet, fabric, woven/unwoven material or sheet).
  • the frame 204 and/or the cover 210 may be formed of various other materials, as desired for an intended use environment.
  • the coupling features 212 comprise various straps configured to secure the cover 210 to the frame 204 (e.g., ratchet straps, hook-and-loop fastening straps, a double ring fastening strap).
  • the coupling features 212 may comprise various other types of coupling features suitable for coupling the cover 210 to the frame 204.
  • the coupling features 212 may comprise one or more cables configured to tension the cover 210 against the frame 204.
  • Each of the mounting structures 206 includes a support rail 214 extending between a pair of mounting assemblies 216 that are attached to corresponding corner blocks 218 (e.g., similar to or the same as the corner structure 104 of the mobile structure 102 discussed above) of the mobile structure 202.
  • each support rail 214 includes a plurality of receiving channels 215 configured to receive corresponding support beams 208 of the frame 204.
  • the support beams 208 coupled to the support rail 214 within the receiving channels 215 using fasteners.
  • the support beams 208 may be coupled to the support rail 214 using various other suitable coupling methods.
  • the support rails 214 each extend along a top longitudinal edge 220 of a corresponding mobile structure 202.
  • the pair of mounting assemblies 216 are configured such that a gap 222 is maintained between the top longitudinal edge 220 of each mobile structure 202 and the corresponding support rail 214. As such, the entire weight load of the shelter apparatus 200 is applied only to the corner blocks 218 of the two mobile structures 202.
  • the arcuate orientation of the shelter apparatus 200 results in each mounting assembly 216 applying angled load forces 224 on the corresponding corner block 218.
  • the angled load force 224 has a vertical or z- direction force component 226 and a lateral or x-direction force component 228.
  • external forces e.g., wind, movement of the mobile structures 202 may create or generate a longitudinal or y-direction force component (e.g., into or out of the page with respect to FIG. 15).
  • the mounting assemblies 216 are configured to couple the shelter apparatus 200 to the mobile structures 202 to prevent relative movement in any direction (e.g., vertical, lateral, and longitudinal) between the shelter apparatus 200 and the mobile structures 202.
  • the mounting assemblies 216 are configured to prevent any bending moment forces from being transmitted from the shelter apparatus 200 onto the mobile structures 202 (e.g., the comer blocks 218).
  • each comer block 218 includes a stacking aperture 230 (e.g., similar to the stacking aperture 106), a stadium aperture 232 (e.g., similar to the stadium aperture 108), and a shield aperture 234 (e.g., similar to the shield aperture 110).
  • the corner block 218 may be an ISO 1161 corner block or a similarly structured comer block.
  • each mounting assembly 216 includes a mounting bolt 236, a mounting nut 238, and a locking bolt 240.
  • the mounting nut 238 is configured to be inserted into an internal cavity within the comer block 218. For example, in some instances, the mounting nut 238 is inserted vertically into the internal cavity through the corresponding stacking aperture 230. In these instances, the mounting nut 238 is then rotated approximately 90 degrees, which prevents the mounting nut 238 from being removed from the stacking aperture 230.
  • the stacking aperture 230 is oblong and has a wider gap in the y-direction and a narrower gap in the x-direction.
  • the mounting nut 238 has a pair of opposed flats 242. As such, the mounting nut 238 is similarly longer in a first direction than it is in a second direction.
  • the mounting nut 238 is sized to fit through the stacking aperture 230 in a first rotational orientation when the longer length of the mounting nut 238 is aligned with the wider gap of the stacking aperture 230 and to not fit through the stacking aperture 230 in a second rotational orientation when rotated ninety degrees such that the longer length of the mounting nut 238 is aligned with the narrower gap of the stacking aperture 230.
  • the mounting nut 238 may be alternatively inserted into the internal cavity of the corner block 218 through the stadium aperture 232 or the shield aperture 110 by similarly rotating the mounting nut 238 to fit through the stadium aperture 232 or the shield aperture 110 and then rotating the mounting nut 238 into the orientation shown in FIG. 17.
  • the locking bolt 240 is then inserted into one of the stadium aperture 232 or the shield aperture 234 and screwed into a mounting nut aperture 244 of the mounting nut 238 (e.g., as shown in FIGS. 17, 19, and 20) to prevent the mounting nut 238 from rotating within the inner cavity of the comer block 218. That is, while screwed into the mounting nut aperture 244 of the mounting nut 238, the locking bolt 240 remains sticking partially out of the stadium aperture 232 or the shield aperture 234, such that the locking bolt 240 prevents the mounting nut 238 from spinning about the z-axis shown in FIG.
  • the mounting bolt 236 and mounting nut 238 are loosely assembled to the support rail 214 and spacing plate 248, then the mounting nut 238 is aligned and inserted into the stacking aperture 230 and the locking bolt 240 is tightened.
  • the mounting bolt 236 is inserted vertically through a mounting bolt hole 246 (shown in FIG. 18) in the support rail 214, through the stacking aperture 230 of the central block 218, and threaded into the mounting nut 238 (as shown in FIG. 17). Because the mounting nut 238 is prevented from rotating, the mounting bolt 236 can be rotated from a lowered position (e.g., shown as lowered mounting nut 238’ in FIG. 21) to raise the mounting nut 238 within the inner cavity to a position near an upper wall 247 of the corner block 218 (shown in FIG.
  • the mounting assembly 216 is securely coupled to the corner block 218.
  • a small gap is maintained between the mounting nut 238 and the upper wall 247 to prevent a bending moment from being applied from the mounting assembly 216 onto the corner blow 218.
  • the mounting assembly 216 further includes a spacing plate 248 arranged between the support rail 214 and the corner block 218.
  • the spacing plate 248 may be welded or otherwise adhered to a bottom surface of the support rail 214.
  • the insert or spacing plate 248 includes an aperture configured to allow for the mounting bolt 236 to be passed through the insert or spacing plate 248.
  • the insert or spacing plate 248 is configured to create space between the support rail 214 and the top longitudinal edge 220 (e.g., shown in FIG. 13) of the mobile structure 202. This created space ensures that the gap 222 (e.g., shown in FIG.
  • the support rail 214 may include an upper opening 250 configured to allow for a head of the mounting bolt 236 to pass into a central cavity within the support rail 214.
  • the mounting assembly 216 further includes an index or key ring 252.
  • the index or key ring 252 may similarly be, for example, welded or otherwise adhered to a bottom the spacing plate 248 and may similarly include an aperture configured to allow for the mounting bolt 236 to be passed therethrough.
  • the index or key ring 252 is configured to fit within the stacking aperture 230 of the comer block 218. Specifically, when the support rail 214 is placed on top of the mobile structure 202 as the shelter apparatus 200 is being assembled, the index or key ring 252 of each mounting assembly 216 is configured to fall into, seat within, and correctly align the support rail 214 with the top longitudinal edge 220 of the mobile structure 202.
  • the index or key ring 252 may additionally transfer x- or y-direction forces from the frame 204 onto the corner block 218 (e.g., via contact with the inner walls of the stacking aperture 230).
  • the mounting assembly 216 further includes a fall arrest feature 254 including an aperture 256 configured to connect to a carabiner or other fastening mechanism associated with a user safety system (e.g., a user safety harness).
  • a user safety system e.g., a user safety harness
  • a user safety system like a safety harness or other user safety mechanism may be utilized to prevent the user from falling off of the mobile structure 202 and hitting the ground.
  • the fall arrest feature 254 which is coupled via the other components of the mounting assembly 216 to the corner block 218, provides a mounting option for use with the user safety system.
  • the fall arrest feature 254 and the aperture 256 may be certified to support up to 5,000 lbs. of force pulling in any direction.
  • the fall arrest feature 254 is a static feature, it does not affect or create any additionally issues for coating procedures (e.g., a hot dip galvanization process) that may be used to strengthen the components of the mounting assembly 216.
  • the mounting assemblies 216 are configured to prevent a bending moment force from being transmitted onto the comer block 218.
  • the weight of the shelter apparatus 200 may cause a central portion 258 of the support rail 214 to slightly deflect downward toward the top longitudinal edge 220 of the mobile structure 202. If the mounting assemblies 216 were completely and rigidly fixed to the corner blocks 218, this deflection would create a moment force that would be transmitted onto the comer blocks 218. This moment force could potentially damage the corner blocks 218.
  • each mounting assembly 216 is sized to ensure that there are gaps or clearances between various components of the mounting assemblies 216 and the corner blocks 218 that allow for the deflection to occur without the moment force being transmitted onto the corner blocks 218.
  • the index or key ring 252 may further be sized to ensure that there is an x-direction gap 260 (shown in FIG. 21), a y-direction gap 261 (shown in FIG. 22B), and a z-direction gap 262 (shown in FIG.
  • corner block 218 e.g., the inner surface of the stacking aperture 230 and the lower internal surface of the corner block 218, and the index or key ring 252 or the mounting nut 238 when the mounting assembly 216 is assembled onto the comer block 218.
  • the mounting assemblies 216 may include one or more pin-based saddle joints 263.
  • the pin-based saddle joints 263 may each include a saddle 264 and a pin 265.
  • the saddle 264 is configured to be pulled against the corner block 218 by the mounting bolt 236.
  • the support rail 214 is coupled to the saddle 264 via the pin 265 to allow for the support rail 214 to rotate slightly about the pin 265 without transmitting any bending moment onto the corner block 218.
  • the frame 204 includes a plurality of support beams 208, which include a plurality of rafters 266, a plurality of purlins 267, and a plurality of braces 268.
  • the plurality of rafters 266 form generally arcuate shapes and connect together to create large arches that form the general shape of the frame 204.
  • the plurality of purlins 267 each extend longitudinally between and couple to adjacent rafters 266.
  • the plurality of braces 268 are included to provide additional stability to the frame 204 once assembled.
  • each of the rafters 266 is substantially identical, each of the purlins 267 is substantially identical, and each of the braces 268 is substantially identical, thereby making the assembly process of the frame 204 easier because the installation crew does not need to find particular rafters 266, purlins 267, or braces 268 for use in particular spots on the frame 204.
  • the rafters 266, purlins 267, and braces 268 may each be coupled together via joint assembly components 269.
  • the joint assembly components 269 include one or more connection plates 270 coupled to an interlocking body 271.
  • the connection plates 270 are generally flat plates including various connection apertures 272 for connecting to connection ends 273 of the purlins 267 and braces 268.
  • the connection ends 273 may be coupled to the connection apertures 272 via nut-and-bolt fasteners.
  • the connection ends 273 may be coupled to the connection plates 270 in various alternative manners (e.g., adhesives, welding, pin-based fasteners).
  • joint assembly component 269 shown in FIG. 25 has connection plates 270 on both sides of the interlocking body 271, in some instances (e.g., in joint assembly components 269 configured to be arranged at a longitudinal end of the frame 204), the joint assembly component 269 only has a connection plate 270 on one side of the interlocking body 271.
  • the interlocking body 271 is configured to be inserted into adjacent rafters 266 and locked in place via non-threaded pin fasteners 274 to effectively couple the adjacent rafters 266.
  • the non-threaded pin fasteners 274 may include a pin 275, a linchpin 276, and one or more lanyards 277.
  • the pins 275 may be inserted into corresponding apertures 278 extending through the rafters 266 and interlocking body 271, and the linchpins 276 can then be inserted to retain the pins 275 within the apertures 278, thereby locking the rafters 266 and interlocking body 271 together.
  • the one or more lanyards 277 may further couple the pin 275 to the linchpin 276 and/or the joint assembly component 269 to prevent the pin 275 and linchpin 276 from being unintentionally lost or separated from the joint assembly component 269.
  • the joint assembly component 269 may further include a securement feature 279.
  • the securement feature 279 may be a hook or aperture configured to allow for various devices or other accessories to be hung from or otherwise affixed to or installed on the frame 204 (e.g., lights, fans, power cords, conductors).
  • the receiving channels 215 may be configured to connect to an initial rafter 266 via a connection pin fastener 280 (e.g., similar to the pin fasteners 274) inserted through a connection aperture 281.
  • the receiving channels 215 may further include a rafter stabilization aperture 282 configured to receive a rafter stabilization pin fastener 283.
  • the initial rafter 266 is first coupled to the receiving channel 215 of the support rail 214 via the connection pin fastener 280. At this point, the initial rafter 266 is allowed to rotate about the connection pin fastener 280.
  • the initial rafter 266 may generally tend to rotate clockwise (with respect to the configuration shown in FIG. 28) due to gravity during assembly.
  • the rafter stabilization pin fastener 283 may be inserted into the rafter stabilization aperture 282 of the receiving channel 215 to inhibit rotation in the clockwise direction.
  • the installation crew may install the rafter stabilization pin fastener 283 to maintain the initial rafter 266 in a convenient orientation for installing a second rafter 266 utilizing a corresponding joint assembly component 269, as discussed above. That is, the rafter stabilization pin fastener 283 may hold the initial rafter 266 up and prevent it from falling downward by rotating clockwise.
  • the rafters 266 can be installed piecewise upward to the pinnacle of the arc shape shown in FIG. 24 with the rafter stabilization pin fasteners 283 installed on both sides (e.g., on the receiving channels 215 on both support rails 214).
  • each side of connected rafters 266 can be rotated slightly away from each other to provide clearance to insert the final joint assembly component 269.
  • the two sides of rafters 266 can then be rotated back toward each other with the interlocking body 271 extending into both sides, and the pin fasteners 274 can be inserted to couple the two sides together and complete assembly of the arc shape extending between the support rails 214.
  • the rafters 266 are lifted slightly off (e.g., rotated slightly counterclockwise with respect to the configuration shown in FIG. 28) of the rafter stabilization pin faster 283.
  • the rafter stabilization pin fastener 283 may or may not be removed after assembly, as desired by the installation crew. Further, because the rafters 266 are coupled to the receiving channel 215 via the connection pin fastener 280, no moment forces are applied to the support rail 214 by the rafters 266.
  • the support rail 214 further includes a first set of lifting features 284 and a second set of lifting features 285.
  • the first set of lifting features 284 and the second set of lifting features 285 may each include D-rings or D-pockets (e.g., D-shaped hooks) configured for use in lifting the support rail 214.
  • the support rail 214 generally needs to be placed on top of the mobile structures 202, which may require the support rail 214 being lifted 8 to 10 feet in the air.
  • the first set of lifting features 284 are larger D-rings or D-pockets that are sized and spaced apart a distance configured to allow for a larger set of lifting fork tines (e.g., via a crane or a jib configured to lift a shipping container) to be used to lift the support rail 214.
  • the second set of lifting features 285 are smaller D-rings or D-packets that are sized and spaced apart a distance configured to allow for a smaller set of lifting fork tines (e.g., a fork truck configured to lift pallet-sized loads) to be used to lift the support rail 214. Accordingly, the first set of lifting features 284 and the second set of lifting features 285 are collectively configured to allow for multiple kinds of lift systems to lift at least a portion of the support rail 214.
  • the first set of lifting features 284 and/or the second set of lifting features 285 may be arranged about a center of gravity of the support rail 214 (or a smaller section thereof). Additionally, in some instances, the first set of lifting features 284 and/or the second set of lifting features 285 may have a predetermined amount of additional clearance to allow for unparallel surfaces and/or angled insertion (e.g., up to 1.5 degrees of misalignment).
  • the cover 210 includes assembly markings 286 and vehicle indicators 287. For example, as shown in FIG.
  • the cover 210 includes assembly markings 286 on an inner surface of the cover 210 that are configured to align with corresponding components of the frame 204 (e.g., a central purlin 267 and an end rafter 266) during assembly of the shelter apparatus 200. By aligning the assembly markings 286 with the corresponding components, the installation crew can avoid installing the cover 210 in an incorrect orientation.
  • an end or apron 288 of the cover 210 includes vehicle indicators 287 that are configured to visually indicate to a driver of a vehicle 289 where a side 290 of the vehicle 289 should be aligned when driving under the shelter apparatus 200 (e.g., to park the vehicle 289) to avoid hitting the shelter apparatus 200.
  • the vehicle indicators 287 may be arranged to ensure a maximum clearance between the vehicle 289 and the support apparatus 200. In some other instances, the vehicle indicators may be arranged to ensure a minimum acceptable clearance (e.g., ensuring that the vehicle 289 does not contact the support apparatus 200). For example, while the shelter apparatus 200 shown in FIG.
  • the shelter apparatus 200 may be taller and wider to allow for multiple vehicles (e.g., similar to the vehicle 289) to park underneath. Accordingly, in these embodiments, the pinnacle of the arcuate shape of the shelter apparatus 200 may be well above the top of vehicles parked underneath, and only drivers of vehicles parked near the sides may need to utilize the vehicle indicators 287 to avoid contacting the shelter apparatus 200.
  • the shelter apparatus 200 described above is configured to provide a canopy that can be disassembled and assembled multiple times between various mobile structures (e.g., the mobile structures 202). Further, as discussed above, the mounting assemblies 216 solely apply the load forces of the shelter apparatus 200 on the corner blocks 218 of the mobile structures 202. That is, the shelter apparatus 200 only contacts the mobile structures 202 via the mounting assemblies 216 attached to the corner blocks 218. As such, the shelter apparatus 200 may be utilized with mobile structures that are not configured for supporting loads or otherwise including additional mounting features between the corner blocks 218.
  • some mobile structures may not be configured for supporting loads or otherwise including additional mounting features between the corner blocks 218 due to various structural aspects (e.g., structurally weaker central portions) and/or logistical aspects (e.g., the mobile structure has side-opening doors that would be blocked by a mounting assembly between the corner blocks 218).
  • structural aspects e.g., structurally weaker central portions
  • logistical aspects e.g., the mobile structure has side-opening doors that would be blocked by a mounting assembly between the corner blocks 218).
  • Coupled means the joining of two members directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be stationary (e.g., permanent or fixed) or moveable (e.g., removable or releasable). Such joining may be achieved with the two members coupled directly to each other, with the two members coupled to each other using a separate intervening member and any additional intermediate members coupled with one another, or with the two members coupled to each other using an intervening member that is integrally formed as a single unitary body with one of the two members.
  • Coupled or variations thereof are modified by an additional term (e.g., directly coupled)
  • the generic definition of “coupled” provided above is modified by the plain language meaning of the additional term (e.g., “directly coupled” means the joining of two members without any separate intervening member), resulting in a narrower definition than the generic definition of “coupled” provided above.
  • Such coupling may be mechanical, electrical, or fluidic.

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L'invention concerne un appareil d'abri destiné à être assemblé sur une pluralité de structures mobiles. L'appareil d'abri comprend une armature, un couvercle couplé à l'armature, et une pluralité d'ensembles de montage conçus pour fixer l'armature à une pluralité de blocs d'angle de la pluralité de structures mobiles.
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