Fastener
US9616790B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 11, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/4523
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fastener, such as for coupling a trim cover to a seat, including an elongated body portion; a first end extending from the elongated body portion to define a connecting structure having a substantially J-shape, a middle portion between the elongated body portion and the first end, and a receiving space there between for receiving a structure; a second end extending distally from the elongated body portion for attachment to the trim cover; and wherein the connecting structure includes an arcuate hook shaped to define a barb pointing outward and a planar surface pointing inward for retaining the fastener on the structure.
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