METHODS FOR FASTENING
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    发明公开

    公开(公告)号:US20230349406A1

    公开(公告)日:2023-11-02

    申请号:US17906122

    申请日:2021-03-15

    CPC classification number: F16B5/04 B21J15/08 B23K11/115 B21J15/025

    Abstract: Methods of fastening are provided. A method comprises contacting a fastener with a first layer of an assembly at a first location. The assembly comprises the first layer, a third layer, and a second layer positioned intermediate the first layer and the third layer. The first layer, the third layer, and the fastener are electrically conductive. The second layer defines a gap and the first location is in communication with the gap. Electrical communication is formed between the assembly and the fastener. The first layer is fastened to the third layer through the gap in the second layer with the fastener. The fastening comprises resistance welding the fastener to the third layer.

    Vehicle wheels, methods of making vehicle wheels, and dual wheel assemblies

    公开(公告)号:US11738595B2

    公开(公告)日:2023-08-29

    申请号:US16801389

    申请日:2020-02-26

    Inventor: Spencer Wallace

    CPC classification number: B60B3/004 B60B3/002 B60B3/02

    Abstract: Vehicle wheels, methods of making vehicle wheels, and dual wheel assemblies are provided. The vehicle wheel includes a generally cylindrical first region and a second region extending radially inwardly from the first region. The second region includes a first surface, a second surface, an opening, and a hub surface. A distance from the first surface to the second surface defines a thickness. The opening is configured to receive at least a portion of a hub of the vehicle axle. The hub surface is adjacent to and surrounds the opening and extends from the first surface to the second surface. The hub surface includes a generally flat portion and a relief portion adjacent to at least one of the first surface and the second surface. The relief portion surrounds the opening and extends along the hub surface for a distance of at least 25% of the thickness.

    Rivet dispenser reloading systems and methods of use thereof

    公开(公告)号:US11541449B2

    公开(公告)日:2023-01-03

    申请号:US17288346

    申请日:2019-12-13

    Abstract: Rivet dispenser reloading systems and methods of use thereof are provided. A non-limiting embodiment of a rivet dispenser reloading system comprises a receiving member defining a channel therein, and a first gate. The rivet receiving member comprises a first port and a second port that communicate with the channel. The first port is configured to receive rivets. The second port is configured to selectively engage with a rivet dispenser and introduce rivets to the rivet dispenser. The channel extends between the first port and the second port and is configured to transport rivets from the first port to the second port in a series arrangement and in a preselected orientation. The first gate is in communication with the second port and is selectively positionable between a first configuration inhibiting movement of rivets through the second port, and a second configuration enabling movement of rivets through the second port.

    MULTI-PIECE FASTENERS, FASTENING COLLAR INSTALLATION APPARATUS, AND METHODS OF FASTENING

    公开(公告)号:US20220397145A1

    公开(公告)日:2022-12-15

    申请号:US17754026

    申请日:2019-11-06

    Abstract: Multi-piece fasteners, fastening collar installation apparatus, and methods of fastening are provided. The multi-piece fastener comprises a fastening collar and a pin. The fastening collar comprises a first collar end, a second collar end, and a collar cavity. The collar cavity extends from the first collar end to the second collar end. The pin is configured to be at least partially received by the collar cavity. The pin comprises a first pin end comprising a head portion, a second pin end comprising a pull region, and a shank. The pull region is generally cylindrical and smooth and is configured to form at least one of an annular shoulder, a groove, a thread, and other feature responsive to forcible contact from a fastening collar installation apparatus. The shank extends intermediate the first pin end and the second pin end. The fastening collar is configured to be deformed onto the shank.

    VEHICLE WHEELS AND METHODS OF MAKING VEHICLE WHEELS

    公开(公告)号:US20220371363A1

    公开(公告)日:2022-11-24

    申请号:US17755360

    申请日:2020-12-08

    Inventor: Spencer Wallace

    Abstract: Vehicle wheels and methods of making vehicle wheels are provided. The vehicle wheel comprises a generally annular first region, a second region, and a flange region. The first region comprises an outer surface, an inner surface, a first end, and a second end. The second region extends radially inwardly from the first region, and the second region is configured to mount to a vehicle axle. The flange region extends from the first region. The flange region comprises a first flange end adjacent to the first end of the first region, a second flange end, and a curved elongate portion extending intermediate the first flange end and the second flange end. The curved elongate portion comprises a first thickness no greater than 0.3 inches and a second thickness greater than 0.3 inches.

    FASTENER INCLUDING A TRANSITION ZONE AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF

    公开(公告)号:US20210025434A1

    公开(公告)日:2021-01-28

    申请号:US16967913

    申请日:2018-05-21

    Inventor: Oviedo ARCINIEGA

    Abstract: A fastener and a method of fastening are provided. The fastener can comprise a first end, an oppositely disposed second end, and an elongate portion intermediate the first end and the second end. The elongate portion comprises a first region adjacent to the first end and a second region adjacent to the second end. The first region extends a distance along the elongate portion and has a first diameter. The second region extends a distance along the elongate portion and has a second diameter different from the first diameter. The fastener comprises a transition zone which extends a distance along the elongate portion and connects the first region and the second region. The transition zone comprises a radiused region and a taper region.

    FASTENING SYSTEMS, FASTENING SYSTEM INSTALLATION APPARATUS, AND METHODS FOR FASTENING

    公开(公告)号:US20250083214A1

    公开(公告)日:2025-03-13

    申请号:US18958577

    申请日:2024-11-25

    Inventor: Robert B. Wilcox

    Abstract: Fastening systems, fastening system installation apparatus, and methods for fastening are provided. The fastening system installation apparatus comprises a sleeve and an anvil. The sleeve comprises a first sleeve end and a second sleeve end. A sleeve cavity extends into the sleeve from the first sleeve end. The anvil is slidably received by the sleeve cavity. The anvil comprises a first anvil end, a second anvil end, and at least two portions formed by at least two channels extending from the first anvil end. The at least two portions define an anvil cavity configured to receive a fastening collar and inner surfaces of the at least two portions are configured to deform the fastening collar. The sleeve is configured to radially displace the at least two portions inward relative to the longitudinal axis responsive to forcible contact between the first anvil end and the first sleeve end.

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