Rotational joint and method of making same
US12366264B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 11, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C2326/05
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rotating joint and methods of making same are provided. The rotating joint comprises a housing having an external mounting surface, and internal housing members defining an internal chamber with an internal surface forming a spherical segment symmetric about a center point. A stud having a longitudinal axis passes through the center point, and a proximal end having a surface defining a spherical segment matching the internal surface of the at least one internal housing member. The proximal end permits the stud to rotate about its longitudinal axis. A closure member secures the proximal end within the housing. The closure member comprises a non-right angled edge positioned between an external surface and a lateral surface of the closure member. A lip of the housing abuts the lateral surface and comprises a lamination coupled to the non-right angled edge for securing the proximal end within the internal chamber.
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