Fastener assembly and method of using a fastener assembly
US8707525B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 2, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 29, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/75
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fastener assembly and for joining a first body to a second body and a method for using the fastener assembly are disclosed herein. The fastener assembly includes, but is not limited to, a base component that is configured for engagement with the first body. The base component includes a class A surface. The fastener assembly further includes a fastening component that is connected to the base component and that extends therefrom. The fastening component is configured to translate for a predetermined distance with respect to the base component. The fastening component is further configured to engage the second body. The fastener assembly still further includes a biasing feature that is configured to urge the fastening component towards a substantially concentric arrangement with respect to the base component.
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