BRIAN A MUCHA
Engineering in Baltimore, MD
License number
Massachusetts 37340
Issued Date
Apr 30, 1993
Expiration Date
Jun 30, 2018
Type
Structural Engineer
Address
Address
Baltimore, MD 21236
Professional information
Construction Method And Appartaus
US Patent:
2004025, Dec 16, 2004
Filed:
Jun 14, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/867488
Inventors:
C. Jacobson - Columbia SC, US
Brian Mucha - Baltimore MD, US
Martin Williams - Phoenix MD, US
Brian Mucha - Baltimore MD, US
Martin Williams - Phoenix MD, US
International Classification:
E04H001/00
US Classification:
052/079100
Abstract:
A multi-story structure having a flooring system and method for installing the flooring system in the multi-story structure. The present invention further includes a method of constructing a multi-story structure using the flooring system of the present invention. The flooring system includes a plurality of interconnected layer, including a layer of steel deck. The flooring system is employed throughout the multi-story structure and contributes to an overall lighter weight in construction materials, as well as to a reduction is costs and labor. It is contemplated by the present invention that this flooring system can be employed in any commercial or residential structure having a variety of dimensions and stories.
Deflection Clip
US Patent:
5664392, Sep 9, 1997
Filed:
Apr 8, 1996
Appl. No.:
8/629086
Inventors:
Brian A. Mucha - Baltimore MD
International Classification:
E04B 138
US Classification:
52715
Abstract:
A deflection clip is provided for connection between a non-load bearing stud member of a building and a further, load bearing structure of the building such as a floor or roof frame member. The clip comprises an integral, single piece angle member consisting of first and second substantially planar plate portions located in orthogonal planes and joined together along a common lateral edge. The angle member includes a substantially centrally located, raised stiffener portion disposed intermediate the upper and lower edges thereof. The first plate portion includes a plurality of spaced, vertically extending slots for receiving fasteners used in affixing this first portion to the stud member. The second portion, which is adapted to be connected to the further structure, includes first and second spaced, parallel stiffener portions extending outwardly from the corresponding upper and lower edges of the angle member, orthogonally to the plane of the second portion.