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Tape joint for cylindrical members

US4396210A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 1980
Grant dateAug 2, 1983
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Expiry dateOct 30, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16L37/148
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tape joint for cylindrical members is provided wherein a flexible tape member is inserted into a cavity between telescoping first and second cylindrical members in a twisted manner so as to lock the members together as a unit. The tape member is manually slip fitted into position and is provided with a handle for aiding in the insertion and removal of the tape member.

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