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Joints and a system and method of forming the joints

US8163116B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 2007
Grant dateApr 24, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 30, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D29/002
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Joints are formed for articles of manufacture such as transportation vehicles (e.g., automotive vehicles). The joints typically include a connector that is adhered to a first member and a second member with a structural adhesive, which may be a foam.

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