Interlocking device

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1997-12-29

1999-11-16

Brittain, James R.

Buckles, buttons, clasps, etc.

Including readily dissociable fastener having numerous,...

24575, 24452, 24577, 403381, A44B 1800

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059834676

ABSTRACT:
Two portions are joined by a set of islands provided on one surface engaged within apertures provided on a second surface, said islands being configured so as to provide apertures between sets of adjacent islands so that, when the assembly is subjected to a relative shearing force, the islands may be engaged by complementary apertures thus forming a secure union which may be readily disconnected and reconnected, is adjustable, and which is useful as a fastener for diverse rigid or flexible materials. Also provided are alternate shapes and configurations of the device, diverse means for coupling the assembly in pre-engaged and engaged position, embodiments which may also provide a reusable seal, embodiments which may provide an electrical connector, and other variations, The device may be furnished as a singular set, in a linear plurality, in a two dimensional array, as a plurality which connects two coplanar parts by connection with a third part, and other designs.

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