Minimally invasive surface attachment apparatus
US10160160B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 25, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B11/006
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A minimally invasive surface attachment apparatus for non-penetrating mechanical attachment of components to a target surface includes a cartridge assembly and mounting assembly. Actuation of the cartridge assembly causes first and second exothermic reactants located between outer casing and the inner casing to come into contact and cause an exothermic reaction. This reaction liquefies a bonding material between the cartridge assembly and mounting assembly, allowing it to flow around the mounting assembly and onto a target surface creating a seal. Vacuum pressure will bind the mounting assembly to a target surface.
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