Slip forming structures using multiple molds
OwnerHoward Cooperinventor
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Abstract
A method of slip forming a concrete structure can include using a first slip form mold that travels along a path to form a portion of a concrete structure by delivering a first flow of concrete into the first mold through a first hopper. The first hopper can be configured to receive the first flow of concrete. The portion of the concrete structure can be modified using a second slip form mold different from the first mold by advancing the second mold along the concrete structure and, while advancing the second mold, delivering a second flow of concrete into the second mold through a second hopper that is configured to receive the second flow of concrete.
Claims12
A method of slip forming a concrete structure, the method comprising:
- using a first slip form mold, forming a portion of a concrete structure by delivering a first flow of concrete through a top of the first mold through a first hopper, the first hopper configured to receive the first flow of concrete;
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- using a second slip form mold different from the first mold, modifying the portion of the concrete structure by:
- tracking, using one or more sensors, a guide associated with the first slip form mold or the second slip form;
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- delivering a second flow of concrete.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.