A FLEXIBLE JOINT FOR A CULVERT

摘要

A flexible joint for a culvert comprises a pair of annular connecting members. A flexible sealing member of a short cylindrical configuration made of rubber or a synthetic resin with end portions thereof is fixed to the connecting members. Bearing means are provided radially inwardly of the flexible sealing member with end portions thereof being fixed to the connecting members for supporting the flexible sealing member to prevent inward deformation of the flexible sealing member. The bearing means consist of a pair of support members of a short cylindrical configuration each having an annular connecting section. A cylindrical outer peripheral support section extends normally from the outer end portion of the connecting section for preventing inward deformation of the flexible sealing member. A side wall section extends inwardly from the end portion of the outer peripheral support section opposite to the connecting section side. The end portions of the flexible sealing member is clamped between the connecting section of the support members and the connecting members by means of C-clamps.