Panel clinching methods and apparatus
US5884386A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 8, 1995 |
| Grant date | Mar 23, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/5343
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus and method for forming a clinched joint between at least two panels with a rivet or slug by driving the rivet or slug into the at least two panels thereby outwardly deforming at least the inner end of the slug or rivet. Rings or components forming parts of the joint can be secured to the panels wherein the rings or components are acting as the dies for forming the joint.
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