18386450. Tolerance Compensation Fastening Assembly and Fastening System Comprising Same simplified abstract (ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.)
Contents
- 1 Tolerance Compensation Fastening Assembly and Fastening System Comprising Same
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Tolerance Compensation Fastening Assembly and Fastening System Comprising Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.9.1 Unanswered Questions
- 1.9.2 How does this technology compare to existing tolerance compensation solutions in terms of cost-effectiveness and ease of implementation?
- 1.9.3 Are there any specific industries or applications where this technology may not be suitable or may require further customization?
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
Tolerance Compensation Fastening Assembly and Fastening System Comprising Same
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Tolerance Compensation Fastening Assembly and Fastening System Comprising Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18386450 titled 'Tolerance Compensation Fastening Assembly and Fastening System Comprising Same
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure describes a tolerance compensation fastening assembly for fastening a second part to a first part using a nut element on the first part. The assembly includes a bolt, a compensation element, a connection element, and a holding means.
- The compensation element consists of a body and a flange, with the flange defining a compensation hole in communication with a channel in the body. The bolt head is held in the channel by the flange, while the bolt rod passes through the compensation hole.
- The connection element comprises a connection disc and connection legs, with the flange positioned between the bolt head and the connection disc. The connection disc has a connection hole for the bolt rod, and the connection legs connect the connection disc to the second part.
- The holding means on the connection disc and bolt rod prevents the bolt rod from being withdrawn from the connection hole, ensuring the bolt, compensation element, and connection element remain in a pre-assembled position.
Potential Applications
This technology can be used in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, construction, and manufacturing for securing parts with tolerance compensation requirements.
Problems Solved
1. Tolerance compensation for fastening assemblies. 2. Secure connection between parts with varying tolerances.
Benefits
1. Improved assembly efficiency. 2. Enhanced stability and reliability of connections. 3. Cost-effective solution for tolerance compensation.
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing assembly processes in automotive manufacturing for improved efficiency and reliability.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be traditional fastening assemblies that do not provide tolerance compensation features.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing tolerance compensation solutions in terms of cost-effectiveness and ease of implementation?
This article does not provide a direct comparison with existing solutions in the market. It would be beneficial to understand the cost implications and ease of implementation compared to traditional methods.
Are there any specific industries or applications where this technology may not be suitable or may require further customization?
The article does not address any limitations or specific industries where this technology may not be suitable. It would be important to explore potential limitations or customization needs for specific applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure provides a tolerance compensation fastening assembly for fastening a second part to a first part by cooperating with a nut element provided on the first part. The tolerance compensation fastening assembly comprises a bolt, a compensation element, a connection element, and a holding means. The compensation element comprises a body and a flange, and the flange is provided at one end of the body and defines a compensation hole in communication with a channel of the body. A bolt head is accommodated in the channel and is blocked by the flange, and a bolt rod passes through the compensation hole. The connection element comprises a connection disc and connection legs, and the flange is located between the bolt head and the connection disc. The connection disc is provided with a connection hole to receive the bolt rod. The connection legs are configured to connect the connection disc to the second part. The holding means is provided on the connection disc and the bolt rod, and is configured to couple the bolt rod to the connection disc to prevent the bolt rod from being withdrawn from the connection hole, thereby holding the bolt, the compensation element and the connection element in a pre-assembled position.
