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Bend limiting stiffener and related methods

US9163463B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 31, 2012
Grant dateOct 20, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/4984
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A bend restrictor device includes at least two bend limiter units coupled together and having at least one stiffness ring disposed therebetween.

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