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Mounting device with fastener receiving structure

A mounting device includes a panel portion, and a fastener receiving structure provided within a perimeter of the panel portion. The fastener receiving structure can include a flexure mechanism to enable at least a portion of the fastener receiving structure to flex with insertion of a fastener into the flexure mechanism that attaches the panel portion against an underlying surface.

Siding Splice Joint
20230023733 · 2023-01-26 ·

A siding splice joint contains: a body, multiple washers, and multiple screws. The body includes a first face, a second face, and multiple through holes. A respective washer is injection molded on a respective through hole and includes a thin portion, a thick portion, a connection portion, and a lock orifice. The thick portion of the respective washer is connected on the first face, the thick portion of the respective washer is connected on the second face, and the connection portion is inserted through the respective through hole. A respective screw includes a head, an extension shank integrally extending from the head, and a tip formed on the extension shank away from the head. The extension shank is screwed in the locking orifice of the respective washer so that the respective screw is not locked on but connected with the respective washer.

Clinch fastener with a spiral shank

A press-in fastener has from top to bottom: a head, a clinch feature, and a spiral, knurled shank. The fastener can hold two parts together by first clinching with a first metal panel, and then being pressed into a hole in a second, less ductile panel having a uniform interference between the knurled fastener shank and the hole. The knurled shank has a helix configuration that allows for use in non-ductile materials and eliminates the need for tapered holes and screws for applications that do not require disassembly.

Monument having attachment system with corner bracket fitting

A monument is presented. The monument comprises a floor panel; a left face panel perpendicular to the floor panel; a right face panel perpendicular to the floor panel; and an attachment system connecting the floor panel, the left face panel, and the right face panel. The attachment system comprises a right corner bracket fitting connecting the right face panel to the floor panel; a left corner bracket fitting connecting the left face panel to the floor panel; and a filler panel connected to and extending between the right corner bracket fitting and the left corner bracket fitting.

Quick-connect fittings for convertible cargo handling assemblies

A quick-connect fitting for a convertible cargo handling assembly may comprise a fixed portion and a coupling component. The fixed portion may be secured to an aircraft frame structure. The coupling component may be coupled to a removable cargo handling component. The coupling component may be configured to rotate relative to the fixed portion.

Mounting system with self aligning cam system
11504817 · 2022-11-22 · ·

A mounting system having a dual plunger arrangement wherein the side of each plunger has a pull down cam to provide a desired pull down action in relation to at least two studs, the cams moving relative to one another and axially aligning relative to one another relative to the two axially spaced pull down studs to allow the plungers to provide a maximum hold down force for the two pull down studs, balance the hold down forces thereby maximizing performance and reducing unlocking forces.

MOUNTING SYSTEM WITH SELF ALIGNING CAM SYSTEM
20230043436 · 2023-02-09 ·

A mounting system having a dual plunger arrangement wherein the side of each plunger has a pull down cam to provide a desired pull down action in relation to at least two studs, the cams moving relative to one another and axially aligning relative to one another relative to the two axially spaced pull down studs to allow the plungers to provide a maximum hold down force for the two pull down studs, balance the hold down forces thereby maximizing performance and reducing unlocking forces.

QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS FOR CONVERTIBLE CARGO HANDLING ASSEMBLIES

A quick-connect fitting for a convertible cargo handling assembly may comprise a fixed portion and a coupling component. The fixed portion may be secured to an aircraft frame structure. The coupling component may be coupled to a removable cargo handling component. The coupling component may be configured to rotate relative to the fixed portion.

Hidden fastener unit and related method of use

A fastener unit and related method for securing a board to a support is provided. The fastener unit includes a spacer block, a grip element extending from the spacer block and configured to fit in and engage a groove of the board, and one or more board engagement elements extending from a portion of the spacer block. The board engagement elements can clamp the board, between an upper and/or lower surface of the board and a groove of the board, thereby securing the spacer block in a position adjacent the groove to establish a gap between the board and another board. Related methods of use also are provided.

Assembled body using fittings
11624383 · 2023-04-11 · ·

Provided is an assembled body assembled by splicing frames through male joint and female interface. The male joint includes a stopping edge and a locating protrusion, where the stopping edge extends in a first direction and the locating protrusion extends in a second direction orthogonal to the first direction. The female interface includes a first U-shape recess, and an inner surface of the recess is provided with a stopping groove and a locating slot adapted for retaining the stopping edge and the locating protrusion respectively.