Metal working – Method of mechanical manufacture – Structural member making
Reexamination Certificate
2010-02-26
2011-11-01
Chang, Richard (Department: 3726)
Metal working
Method of mechanical manufacture
Structural member making
C029S897000, C029S897300, C016S002100, C403S019000, C403S194000, C403S195000, C403S378000, C403S379300, C411S546000, C411S547000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08046918
ABSTRACT:
A method of reinforcing a hollow beam by inserting a sleeve that is held in place by a tang that is placed on a supporting portion of a first or second opening formed in the beam. A fastener is inserted inside the sleeve. A component is attached to the beam by inserting a fastener through the sleeve. An insertion tool may be used to insert the sleeve into the beam.
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General Specifications, Assembly Information, Mechanical and Performance Requirements for ISO Metric Threaded Spring Nuts, Ford Worldwide Fastener Standard, Oct. 1, 1996, 1 page.
Davies Gregg John
Mushisky Richard Kip
Yustick Robert Franklin
Brooks & Kushman P.C.
Chang Richard
Ford Global Technologies LLC
Owens Fredrick V.
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