Connector for Joining Sections of Port Security Barrier Structures

摘要

A connector especially suited for connecting sections of floating port security barriers (PSBs) has a central portion joining two spaced apart, generally transverse end sections. The connector has a generally I-shaped cross section shape. Bolts or other fastening members are inserted through holes in the end sections to permit attachment to the PSB sections. The connector is preferably of a cast monolithic structure of a flexible, strong, non-corrosive material such as urethane. High-strength embedments may be formed into the end sections, to increase overall strength of the connector. Another embodiment has an internal tension member, which may be a loop of high-strength fiber, connecting the embedments.

主权项

1. A connector for joining sections of floating members, comprising:
a central portion joining two spaced apart, transverse end sections, said central portion and said end sections forming a generally I-shaped connector, said central portion and said end sections being of unitary fabrication; said end sections comprising a means for attaching said connector to said floating members; and wherein said connector is formed of a flexible, non-metallic material.