The present disclosure relates to extrusion-coated structural systems including at least one extruded profile member coupled to and extending outwardly from an extrusion-coated structural member, as well as methods of making and using the same. Structural systems of the present invention that include at least one extruded profile member may exhibit enhanced flexibility, functionality, and/or durability. Structural systems according to embodiments of the present invention can be suitable for use in a variety of applications, including in ready-to-assemble furniture or cabinetry applications or as building and construction materials such as wall board, flooring, trim, and the like.

A pin according to the present disclosure is configured to connect at least two component parts by engaging, in an engaging direction, in superposed apertures of the component parts. The pin comprises a body having a drilled portion with a borehole extending in the engaging direction, the borehole configured to be at least partially traversed by a securing element, and at least one fixation element for fixing the securing element at the bored portion.

A pin according to the present disclosure is configured to connect at least two component parts by engaging, in an engaging direction, in superposed apertures of the component parts. The pin comprises a body having a drilled portion with a borehole extending in the engaging direction, the borehole configured to be at least partially traversed by a securing element, and at least one fixation element for fixing the securing element at the bored portion.

A coupling with distinct portions formed as a unitary structure and a fastener placed at one end of the coupling both provided to constrain assembly components and control their relative motion linearly along and rotationally around a longitudinal center axis is presented. The coupling portions are composed of complex concave polygon or circular shapes whose normal section is determined by the manner in which the adjacent assembly components are required, alternately, to move or not move. Specific geometric constraints for the various coupling portions must be met. Various coupling embodiments may result from differing fastening elements including screw, friction fit and bonded types being attached to the coupling body piece.

A shelf includes a bottom plate, a vertical plate, and a side plate. The bottom plate and the vertical plate are pivotally connected through a pivot mechanism and a first restricting mechanism that are disposed at a pivot joint of the bottom plate and the vertical plate. The pivot mechanism includes a rotating shaft disposed on the bottom plate and a first engaging hook disposed on the vertical plate. The first engaging hook is configured to catch the rotating shaft. The first restricting mechanism is configured to restrict a maximum unfolding angle of the bottom plate and the vertical plate. A second restricting mechanism is provided between the side plate and the vertical plate. The shelf simplifies installation steps and reduces installation and transportation costs.

A shelf includes a bottom plate, a vertical plate, and a side plate. The bottom plate and the vertical plate are pivotally connected through a pivot mechanism and a first restricting mechanism that are disposed at a pivot joint of the bottom plate and the vertical plate. The pivot mechanism includes a rotating shaft disposed on the bottom plate and a first engaging hook disposed on the vertical plate. The first engaging hook is configured to catch the rotating shaft. The first restricting mechanism is configured to restrict a maximum unfolding angle of the bottom plate and the vertical plate. A second restricting mechanism is provided between the side plate and the vertical plate. The shelf simplifies installation steps and reduces installation and transportation costs.

In one example, an apparatus includes a blow molded structure with one or more parting lines. The blow molded structure includes a body portion that is an integral part of the blow molded structure, and a pin that is integral with the body portion, and a portion of the pin is spaced apart from the body portion of the blow molded structure so that a space is defined between the portion of the pin and the body portion.

In one example, an apparatus includes a blow molded structure with one or more parting lines. The blow molded structure includes a body portion that is an integral part of the blow molded structure, and a pin that is integral with the body portion, and a portion of the pin is spaced apart from the body portion of the blow molded structure so that a space is defined between the portion of the pin and the body portion.

A hinge assembly for pivotally joining the opposing halves of a carryable case, especially a case for housing an electronic apparatus. The disclosed hinge is adapted to convey electrical conductors from one half of the case to the other, while protecting them from damage by excessive flexing, abrasion, moisture, and debris.

A hinge assembly for pivotally joining the opposing halves of a carryable case, especially a case for housing an electronic apparatus. The disclosed hinge is adapted to convey electrical conductors from one half of the case to the other, while protecting them from damage by excessive flexing, abrasion, moisture, and debris.