Split ring attaching and restraining device and method
US10385894B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 21, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/1486
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A split ring includes a split ring body, the body having a first end and a second end; a first fastener hole defined by the first end of the split ring; a second fastener hole defined by the second end of the split ring; a gap defined by the first and second ends approaching each other wherein the first fastener hole and the second fastener hole are aligned to permit a fastener to extend through the first fastener hole, across the gap and through the second fastener hole; and a protrusion extending beyond the body of the split ring, the protrusion being located on the body opposite the gap. A method of forming a split ring includes: forming a split ring body; fixing onto the body a projection that projects above the body; and installing a closing mechanism into the split ring in order to allow the split ring to tighten over an object.
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