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Snap together PCMCIA cards with laser tack welded seams

US6108209A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 25, 1997
Grant dateAug 22, 2000
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K26/244
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A cartridge having top and bottom metal covers which enclose a circuit board, the metal of the covers forming a seam which is welded at locations therealong to bond the two covers together. The covers may form a snap-fit, lap, or butting seam where the welds are applied. The cartridge is particularly useful in PCMCIA applications.

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