Elastic retaining assembly for matable components and method of assembling
US9388838B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49956
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An elastic retaining assembly for matable components includes a first component having a first surface. Also included is a second component having a second surface and a third surface, wherein the second component is configured to be mated with the first component. Further included is a receiving feature formed proximate an engagement side of the second component and defining a pin perimeter surface. Yet further included is an elastically deformable pin operatively coupled to, and extending away from, the first surface, wherein the elastically deformable pin is formed of an elastically deformable material to elastically deform proximate the pin perimeter surface upon contact with the receiving feature.
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