Self-locking clip systems and methods
US8997315B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 19, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 7, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 21, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/4755
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A self-locking clip includes a clip body and a rotating cam gripper, the rotating cam gripper pivotally mounted on the clip body. The self-locking clip further includes a spring arm, the spring arm integrated into the clip body, the spring arm configured to provide tension to the rotating cam gripper such that the rotating cam gripper is held against a first gripping surface on the clip body.
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