Leroy S. Buffington's unique and significant innovations in iron-building construction are highlighted here. The invention relates to fire-resistant structures made mostly of iron, and the primary purpose of the invention is to build an iron structure that almost eliminates unnecessary expansion and contraction when exposed to extremes of heat and cold. Buffington's discovery changed architecture by making contemporary structures more affordable and efficient.
US Patent Number: 383,170
Invention: Iron Building Construction
Inventor: L. S. Buffington
Year: 1888
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