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Element for sealing or reinforcing a cavity and method for introducing a penetrating element into such an element

US8597763B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 17, 2010
Grant dateDec 3, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 26, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24322
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In the case of an element for sealing or reinforcing a cavity of a structural element, in particular of a vehicle, the element comprises a base element a foamable part, and an opening for receiving a penetrating element. A wing is arranged on the base element, the opening is open at the side and an actuator which moves the wing when the penetrating element is introduced is arranged on the wing.

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