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Hardware packaging

US11390439B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 6, 2018
Grant dateJul 19, 2022
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Expiry dateSep 27, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D75/367
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hardware packaging assembly and method are provided. A hardware component has a front appearance surface and a back mounting surface. A package backing has a forward receiving surface to receive the back mounting surface of the hardware component. A retention feature protrudes from the package backing to engage the hardware component with an interference fit. The retention feature retains the hardware component on the package backing while maintaining the front appearance surface exposed.

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