Orsted has been granted a patent for a soil fixture designed to secure loads. The fixture features a foundation section with an anode and cathode surface that promote electrochemical reactions, facilitating soil cementation without external electric current, enhancing stability and load-bearing capacity. GlobalData’s report on Orsted gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Soil fixture promoting cementation through electrochemical reactions
The granted patent US12060692B2 describes a novel fixture designed for securing loads into soil, featuring a unique electrochemical mechanism to enhance soil stability. The fixture comprises a body with a foundation section that is inserted into the soil. This foundation section has an exposed surface that acts as a cathode, while an anode surface, which is coated onto the cathode surface, is electrically connected to it. The anode surface is made from a metal or metal alloy with a more negative electrode potential than the cathode, facilitating electrochemical reactions that cement soil particles at the interface between the fixture and the soil. This process occurs without the need for an external electric current, making it a self-sustaining method of soil stabilization.
Additionally, the patent outlines various configurations and materials for the fixture. The body can include a support section that extends above the soil surface for load connection, and the fixture can function as a foundation or soil anchor, including pile foundations. The foundation section may be constructed from metals or alloys that provide either the cathode or anode surface, with options for anodic elements to be fixed or thermally sprayed onto the surface. The anode surface can consist of materials such as aluminum, magnesium, or zinc, which are known for their galvanic properties. Overall, the patent presents a method for both securing the fixture into the soil and manufacturing it, emphasizing the innovative use of electrochemical principles to enhance soil integrity around the fixture.
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