(under the class definition) Subject matter comprising a grid or network of attenuated elements, bars, rods, mesh, expanded metal, etc., intended to strengthen road structure against failure induced by load and environment stresses.
(1) Note. Reinforcement structure which bridges the gap or space between adjacent pavement portions is considered as joint structure for subclass 47.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
45, for reinforced preformed module structure.
47+, for joint structure with load transfer components.
70, for reinforced pavement structure.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS 52, Static Structures (e.g., Buildings), appropriate
subclasses, particularly
633+, for openwork and 720.1+ for elongated structure suitable for reinforcement use; and see the search notes thereunder for the loci of related structure.
