Self-mating mechanical fastener with conductive contact element
US12121115B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 7, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 29, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B2200/93
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Aspects of the present disclosure relate to a self-mating fastener that includes a backing having a first side, and a rail element protruding perpendicularly from the first side of the backing. The rail element extends in a longitudinal direction along the backing. The rail element has a base portion attached to the first side of the backing and a cap portion distal from the backing. The cap portion has a cap width that is greater than a width of the base portion and the cap portion overhangs the base portion on opposing sides. The self-mating fastener includes an electrically conductive contact element proximate to the rail element.
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