Component connection system

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2006-03-28

2006-03-28

Sandy, Robert J. (Department: 3677)

Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc.

Trim molding fastener

Plastic type

C411S508000, C024S453000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07017239

ABSTRACT:
A multi-component connection system suitable for automobiles includes a female clip member having a slot, and a male clip member having a male element insertable within the slot. The slot and male element include mutually engageable cooperative structures. A shank connected to the male element includes wings mounted at a distal end and capable of resilient lateral deflection relative to the longitudinal axis of the shank. The female clip member may be affixed to a first component and the male clip member may be insertable within a hole in a second component so as to connect the two components when the male clip member is inserted in the hole, the male element is disposed within the slot, and the cooperative structures are engaged.

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