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Innovation: |
Minishell Concrete Construction System |
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Year: |
1992 |
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Description: |
The Minishell Construction System is a self shaping,
octagonal based, reinforced concrete domed shell developed for low-cost
housing and tourist developments. The octagonal base is a reinforced concrete
slab on grade. A Pneumoform, an inflatable balloon, is fixed to a special
anchoring system around the perimeter. PVC sheeting is laid over the
Pneumoform and on top of this are steel springs and reinforcing bars.
Concrete is poured over this arrangement and the Pneumoform is inflated to
achieve the desired dome shape. After the concrete has set, the Pneumoform is
deflated and removed through the door opening. It can be used again. The
interior of the shelter can be configured to the wishes of the owner. |
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Contact Person: |
Danti N. Bini |
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Organization: |
Binistarn Inc. |
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Address: |
215 Maple Street |
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City: |
San Francisco |
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State/Province: |
CA |
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Postal Code: |
94118 |
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Country: |
USA |
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Phone No.: |
415-221-3182 |
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This page last updated 05/15/02 by RICarr |
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