18367339. Fastener simplified abstract (ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.)

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Fastener

Organization Name

ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.

Inventor(s)

Zhilin Li of Shanghai (CN)

Haijie Yu of Shanghai (CN)

Zhaobao Cao of Shanghai (CN)

Fastener - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18367339 titled 'Fastener

Simplified Explanation

The present disclosure describes a fastener for securing vehicle accessories, which includes a fastener body, a trim panel securing portion, and an elastic member securing portion. The fastener is designed to withstand high stress and provide a secure connection with vehicle accessories, even when airbags are deployed.

  • Vehicle fastener with trim panel securing portion and elastic member securing portion
  • Fastener body includes vehicle securing portion for securing to vehicle body
  • Trim panel securing portion for securing to vehicle accessories
  • Elastic member securing portion connects vehicle securing portion with trim panel securing portion
  • Provides secure connection with vehicle accessories, even during airbag deployment

Potential Applications

This technology can be used in various vehicle accessories such as interior trim panels, dashboard components, and door panels.

Problems Solved

This fastener solves the problem of securing vehicle accessories in place, even when airbags are deployed, by providing a two-level connection with elastic member securing portion.

Benefits

- Securely fastens vehicle accessories - Can withstand high stress - Limits movement of vehicle accessories during airbag deployment

Potential Commercial Applications

This technology can be applied in the automotive industry for securing various vehicle accessories in place, ensuring safety and stability.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be traditional fasteners used for securing vehicle accessories, which may not provide the same level of security and stability as the fastener described in this disclosure.

Unanswered Questions

How does the elastic member securing portion enhance the overall performance of the fastener?

The elastic member securing portion helps to absorb shock and vibrations, providing additional stability and security to the connection between the vehicle accessories and the vehicle body.

Are there any specific materials recommended for the construction of this fastener?

The disclosure does not mention any specific materials for the construction of the fastener. It would be interesting to know if certain materials are more suitable for ensuring the durability and effectiveness of the fastener in various conditions.


Original Abstract Submitted

The present disclosure relates to the technical field of vehicle components, and in particular to a fastener for securing vehicle accessories, characterized in that the fastener includes: a fastener body, a trim panel securing portion, and an elastic member securing portion, wherein the fastener body includes a vehicle securing portion which is disposed on one end of the fastener body and can be used for securing to a vehicle body, the trim panel securing portion is disposed on one end of fastener body opposite to the vehicle securing portion and can be used for securing to vehicle accessories, and the elastic member securing portion is disposed between the vehicle securing portion and the trim panel securing portion and connects the vehicle securing portion with the trim panel securing portion. The fastener according to the present disclosure can withstand high stress and is in two-level connection with the vehicle accessories, so that the vehicle accessories can be secured when an airbag(s) is not deployed, and the range of movement of the vehicle accessories can also be limited by means of the connection of an elastic member when the airbag(s) is deployed.