Tool-less spring attachment to C-channel and method of using same
US10563686B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 6, 2017 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/40
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and device for attaching and detaching material to a c-channel groove without requiring tools and without needing to access an end of the c-channel. The device comprises a coil-shaped element that is resiliently compressible and connected to a desired material. Through biasing or twisting the coil-shaped element, it is insertable at any point along a c-channel groove. The coil-shaped element is secured within the c-channel groove against separation therefrom through friction. A portion of the coil-shaped element can be extended outside of the c-channel groove for easy removal.
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