Expanded – threaded – driven – headed – tool-deformed – or locked-thr – Headed fastener element – Having resilient securing structure on shank
Patent
1996-12-23
1997-09-30
Meyers, Steven N.
Expanded, threaded, driven, headed, tool-deformed, or locked-thr
Headed fastener element
Having resilient securing structure on shank
411508, 411908, F16B 1900
Patent
active
056720386
ABSTRACT:
An injection molded fastener is provided for securing a preform to a foam substrate. The fastener includes a body having first and second ends with a head secured to the first end. A pilot section extends from the second end of the body, and includes a pointed end for penetrating and forming a hole in the preform and substrate. A plurality of angled barbs extend from the body for preventing removal of the fastener from the formed hole. The fastener is of sufficient strength to withstand a hammer blow and to penetrate the substrate when hammered. In a preferred embodiment, the fastener comprises a mineral filled nylon material.
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Ford Global Technologies Inc.
Kelley David B.
May Roger L.
Meyers Steven N.
Santos Robert G.
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