Deformable fastener

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2007-05-01

2007-05-01

Jacyna, J. Casimer (Department: 3754)

Valves and valve actuation

Limit stop

Adjustable

Reexamination Certificate

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10793484

ABSTRACT:
A deformable fastener is provided. The fastener includes a first member having a cavity and a second member sized to be rotatably attached within the cavity. The fastener further includes a protrusion disposed on either the first or second member for locking engagement with a corresponding portion of the other of the first or second member when the first member is attached to the second member. The protrusion is sized and configured to deform both an inner and outer surface of the corresponding portion to assist in maintaining the locking engagement.

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