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Apparatus, system, and method for retaining a nut element to a part

US9435369B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 25, 2014
Grant dateSep 6, 2016
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Expiry dateNov 11, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16B33/002
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Described herein is an apparatus that includes a surface. The apparatus also includes a stop, deformable lock, first retainer, and second retainer coupled to the surface. The deformable lock is spaced apart from the stop in a first direction. The first retainer includes a first overhang. The second retainer includes a second overhang, and the second retainer is spaced apart from the first retainer in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction.

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