Retention feature for snap-in attachments
US10093239B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B5/0664
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coupling system includes a glovebox panel having inner and outer surfaces and a keyhole slot disposed therethrough having an enlarged portion leading to a narrowed portion. A ramped flange is disposed on the outer surface of the glovebox panel. A damper mechanism includes an abutment plate with a post and head member. The head member is received through an enlarged portion of the keyhole slot when the damper mechanism is in a pre-load position. The abutment plate engages the ramped flange to progressively drive the head member into engagement with the inner surface of the glovebox panel as the damper mechanism moves from the pre-load position to a seated position.
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