Retainer—spring steel single thread engagement
US9234540B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 3, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49948
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A retainer for limited space attachment of a vehicle part with a class A surface to a vehicle. The retainer has an attachment base operable for being connected to a rib of the vehicle part. A securing portion including an aperture for receiving a fastener is provided in the retainer. The retainer includes at least one sidewall connected between the attachment base and the securing portion. The sidewall spaces the securing portion from the attachment base to allow for insertion of the fastener and provide predetermined torque tension characteristics.
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