Modified shank fasteners for electromagnetic effect (EME) technology
US9908637B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 23, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49886
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fastener system for composite structure providing electromagnetic energy protection has a shank with a threaded portion on a first end of the shank terminating in a lead-in portion. A head is present on a second end of the shank. The shank is adapted for intimate conductive contact with an inner surface of an interference fit hole.
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