Structure utilizing a shape-memory alloy fastener

Details Structure utilizing a shape-memory alloy fastener Structure utilizing a shape-memory alloy fastener

1998-08-12

2000-07-18

Melius, Terry Lee

Joints and connections

Interfitted members

Enlarged head in complementary recess, e.g., dovetail, etc.

403363, 403297, B25G 308

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060897813

ABSTRACT:
A structure includes an electronic device support, an electronic device, and a fastener for the electronic device support and the electronic device. There is a first dovetail slot in the electronic device support and a second dovetail slot in the electronic device. The first dovetail slot and the second dovetail slot are in a facing relationship. A bar of a shape-memory alloy in the recovered state is received into the first slot and the second slot and has a cross sectional shape with V-shaped grooves on its opposing lateral sides engaging the first dovetail slot and the second dovetail slot.

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