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Elastically compressible conical lock washer

US5056975A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 9, 1990
Grant dateOct 15, 1991
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S411/916
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A washer for use in fastening two members by a bolt is disclosed herein. The washer comprises an elastic body disposed between a head of the bolt and a seat surface corresponding to a surface of one member of the members. The body has a hole to allow for passage of a shank of the bolt. At least one projection is provided on a surface of the body facing the seat surface for engaging with the seat surface. The surface of the projection contacting with the seat surface is formed in a smooth arc.

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