Hooked pipe coupling segment
US11828392B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 16, 2022 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 16, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L47/04
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pipe coupling segment includes an arcuate body portion defining a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a first axial side, and a second axial side opposite the first axial side; a hook extending from the first end of the arcuate body portion, wherein the hook defines a shank portion and a bend portion, the shank portion extending in a substantially radially outward direction from the arcuate body portion and the bend portion extending in a substantially axial direction from the shank portion, the bend portion defining an upper engagement surface, the upper engagement surface defining a sloped portion angled rearwardly towards the shank portion; and a fastener lug extending from the second end of the arcuate body portion.
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