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Connecting element, and mounting assembly using the same

US7198424B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 2, 2004
Grant dateApr 3, 2007
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Expiry dateNov 2, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/66
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A connecting element with substantially U-shaped cross-section has a U-shape having two free ends and a connecting region connecting the free ends with one another and having at least one engaging element provided and formed to engage an associated edge of an undercut groove of a first part to be connected by the connecting element, the U shape having at least one second engaging element located near one of the free ends and provided and formed to laterally engage in an associated recess of a second part to be connected by the connecting element, wherein the at least one second engaging element protrudes from an associated one of the free ends of the U shape in a direction away from the other of the free ends of the U shape.

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