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Hybrid contoured load-spreading washer

US8511034B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 8, 2008
Grant dateAug 20, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16B43/00
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hybrid contoured load-spreading washer is disclosed. An illustrative embodiment of the washer includes a washer body having a composite layer and a metal layer bonded to the composite layer and a fastener opening extending through the washer body. A floor beam seat track attachment assembly and a method of transmitting a load from a seat track to a floor beam web in a seat track attachment assembly are also disclosed.

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