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Joining structure for joining adjacent members

US6217251A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 15, 1998
Grant dateApr 17, 2001
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Expiry dateDec 15, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/7045
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A joining structure for joining adjacent members includes a first member and a second member. One end portion of the first member is joined to one end portion of the second member such that protruded portions formed on the one end portion of the first and second members are engaged with corresponding dented portions formed on one end portion of the second and first members, respectively. A hollow joining member is fitted on a joined portion of said first and second members and crimped on the joined portion.

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