Product packaging with releasable fastener
US8342328B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 18, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/44026
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fastener system includes a toy product, a support platform, and a plug that engages a keyhole formed into the product. The plug includes a base and a pronged key extending from the base. The support platform includes a through-hole that permits the passage of the key into the packaging. One or more integrally-formed biasing members are located on the base of the plug to draw the key toward the product and create a secure connection. The pronged key may be formed from a plastic material and configured such that it plastically deforms but remains attached to the key when and predetermined force is applied to the key to pull the key from a misaligned position with respect to the key hole.
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