A nut includes an inner body, an outer body, and a pair of arms. The arms connect the inner and outer bodies to one another while allowing the inner body to move relative to the outer body from a first position, in which a majority of the inner body is disposed outside of the outer body, to a second position, in which a majority of the inner body is disposed within the outer body. The inner body and the arms are insertable into a hole in a component when the inner body is in the first position and, when the inner body is moved from the first position to the second position after the arms are inserted through the hole, the arms deform radially outward such that a portion of the component surrounding the hole is captured between an annular flange on the outer body and the arms.
Part presenter for presenting a blind rivet nut to a setting tool A part presenter (1) is designed for presenting a blind rivet nut (4) to a setting tool, with a housing (2) and a receptacle (3) formed by the housing (2). Into the housing (2) at least one blind rivet nut (4) can be inserted. The blind rivet nut (4) in the housing (2) is accessible for a screwing tool (21) of the setting tool through an opening (5). An end stop (7) is arranged in the receptacle (3) opposite the opening (5), which end stop (7) forms a stop for the blind rivet nut (4) and can be moved axially along a longitudinal axis of the receptacle (3) from a first position into a second position. In its second position, the end stop (7) comes into operative contact with a sensor element (15), wherein the sensor element (15) is connectable to a control unit of the setting tool in a data-exchanging manner.
B21J 15/32 - Devices for inserting or holding rivets in position with or without feeding arrangements
B25B 27/00 - Hand tools or bench devices, specially adapted for fitting together or separating parts or objects whether or not involving some deformation, not otherwise provided for
A blind fastener (100) arranged to secure one or more workpieces (102, 104) comprising a bolt (106) comprising a head (108) having a first threaded portion (110) arranged to threadedly engage with a tool threaded portion (146) in a setting tool (112) and a shank (114) having a second threaded portion (116), the head (108) being arranged to detach from the shank (114) when the setting tool (112) exceeds a threshold torque on the head (108). The blind fastener further comprises a sleeve (118) arranged to receive the bolt (106) and having an internal threaded portion (122) for threadedly engaging with the second threaded portion (116) of the bolt (106) wherein the sleeve (118) comprises a deformable portion (124) arranged to form a bulb (126) when the blind fastener (100) is inserted into the one or more workpieces (102, 104) and the setting tool (112) is threadedly engaged with the head (108) and exerts a pulling force on the head (108).
An assembly for securing at least one tube to a threaded stud includes a pin and a bracket. The pin includes an elongated body, a driving head disposed at one end of the pin, and a coupling head disposed at the other end of the pin. The pin has a bore for receiving the threaded stud. The bracket includes at least one finger and at least one receptacle for receiving and retaining the at least one tube. The pin is insertable into a bore in the bracket to a first position in which the at least one finger of the bracket engages the coupling head and thereby inhibits withdrawal of the pin from the bore in the bracket. The pin is rotatable relative to the bracket using the driving head to thread the pin onto the threaded stud and thereby insert the pin further into the bore in the bracket.
F16L 3/02 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets partly surrounding the pipes, cables or protective tubing
5.
PIN AND BRACKET ASSEMBLY WITH VERIFIABLE STUD ATTACHMENT
An assembly for securing at least one tube to a threaded stud (18) includes a pin (12) and a bracket (14). The pin (12) includes an elongated body, a driving head (28) disposed at one end of the pin (12), and a coupling head (34) disposed at the other end of the pin (12). The pin (12) has a bore (19) for receiving the threaded stud (18). The bracket (14) includes at least one finger (42) and at least one receptacle (48,46) for receiving and retaining the at least one tube. The pin (1) is insertable into a bore (40) in the bracket (14) to a first position (fig.2A) in which the at least one finger (42) of the bracket (14) engages the coupling head (34) and thereby inhibits withdrawal of the pin (12) from the bore (40) in the bracket (14). The pin (12) is rotatable relative to the bracket (14) using the driving head (28) to thread the pin (12) onto the threaded stud (18) and thereby insert the pin (12) further into the bore (40) in the bracket (14).
A weld cap feed assembly includes an escapement sub-assembly, a diversion sub-assembly, and two or more collet sub-assemblies. The escapement sub-assembly a shuttle box that defines a slot configured to receive an aligned weld cap and includes a shuttle block configured to move within the slot to release the aligned weld cap through an outlet of the escapement sub-assembly. The diversion sub-assembly includes a single inlet that is configured to receive the aligned weld cap from the outlet of the escapement sub-assembly and a connector tube that is configured to receive the aligned weld cap from the single inlet and is movable between and configured to be independently aligned with two or more diversion outlets. Each collet sub-assembly includes an actuator assembly configured to receive the aligned weld cap from one of the two or more diversion outlets and to present the aligned weld cap to a welder.
A cage nut assembly is disclosed that includes a cage and a nut. The cage includes a plate having a hole, sidewalls extending from opposite sides of the plate, and an open bottom extending between bottom edges of the sidewalls. The nut includes a base, a neck, and a flange. The neck extends through the hole in the cage. The flange and the base of the nut capture the plate of the cage therebetween to secure the nut within the cage. A method of making such a cage nut assembly is also disclosed.
Centring device for reversible attachment to a setting tool for blind rivet nuts In a centring device (1) for reversible fastening to a setting tool (3) for blind rivet nuts (17), a base element (2) is provided for connection to the setting tool (3), to which a support element (4) is arranged at a distance. An opening (9) is provided in the support element (4), which is designed for the passage of at least one region of a screwing tool (10) of the setting tool (3) and the centre axis of which can is alignable coaxially with a longitudinal axis of the screwing tool (10) that can be passed through. There are centring means (13) arranged around the opening (9), which extend axially to the centre axis of the opening (9). The centring means (13), which are fixed with their one end (14) to the support element (4) around the opening (9), extend symmetrically in a conical shape away from the support element (4) towards the centre axis and form an expandable conical head (16) with their second free end (15).
B25B 27/00 - Hand tools or bench devices, specially adapted for fitting together or separating parts or objects whether or not involving some deformation, not otherwise provided for
Method, fastening arrangement and fastening clip (10) for fastening a first component (12) to a second component (14) comprising a support element (16), a junction element (18), and an inner element (20). The support element (16) comprises holding means (22) adapted to receive a module (24), and a hole (26) adapted to receive the inner element (20). The inner element (20) is movably connected to the support element (16) by the junction element (18) between a disassembled position and a plurality of assembled position and comprises a recess (28) adapted to receive and clamp the head of a stud.
F16B 2/22 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material
B60R 13/02 - Trim mouldingsLedgesWall linersRoof liners
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
F16B 5/12 - Fastening strips or bars to sheets or plates, e.g. rubber strips, decorative strips for motor vehicles, by means of clips
F16B 21/07 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action in which the socket has a resilient part
A pressure compensation device (1) is suggested for connecting to a battery, having a hollow cylindrical base body (2) that can be attached to a battery casing and a cover (3). The base body (2) and cover (3) can be movably connected via a first and a second connecting means. The first connecting means is formed by at least one spring element (10) which is attached at its first end to a support element (9) extending axially along a centre axis of the pressure compensation device (1) and which, with its second, free and radially resilient end (11) forms at least one contact surface (12) which, in a normal operating state of the pressure compensation device (1), interacts with a corresponding engagement surface of the second connecting means in a form-fitting manner. The second connecting means forms a channel-shaped receptacle (14) for the first connecting means, which extends axially to the centre axis, with at least one engagement surface present in the receptacle (14), which is engaged from behind by the contact surface (12) of the free end of the spring element (10).
Self-piercing rivet joint and self-piercing rivet 10) for producing a joining connection between at least two components (C1, C2, C3) comprising: a. a rivet head (12), a rivet free end and a rivet shank (14) extending between the rivet head and the rivet free end, the rivet shank (14) having a central shank bore (16) comprising a base (17), b. the rivet shank (14) comprises a cylindrical shank outer surface and a cylindrical shank inner surface (18) limiting the central shank bore, the rivet free end comprises an annular piercing end (22) facing away from the rivet head, c. the shank outer surface (20) has a first diameter (Ds), the central shank bore comprises a bore depth (T) between the base (17) of the central shank bore and the annular piercing end, wherein the rivet shank has a constant radial thickness (ts) and in cross-section a rivet shank surface which is at least 15.5 mm² and a rivet length (L) from the annular piercing end up to the top surface of the rivet head of at least 7 mm.
Self-piercing rivet Self-piercing rivet (10) for producing a joining connection between at least two components comprising a rivet head (12), a rivet free end (16) and a rivet shank (14) extending between the rivet head (12) and the rivet free end (16) along a longitudinal axis (X), the rivet shank (14) having a central shank bore (18) comprising a base (20), the rivet shank (14) comprises a cylindrical shank outer surface (22) and a cylindrical shank inner surface (24) limiting the central shank bore, the rivet free end comprises an outer portion (26), the outer portion (26) connecting the shank inner surface (20) by means of a profile (28) which comprises a cutting radius (R1), the outer portion forming, with the profile having the cutting radius R1, a piercing tip (30) facing away from the rivet head, the shank outer surface (20) has a first diameter (Ds), the central shank bore (18) comprises a bore depth (T) between the base (20) of the central shank bore (18) and the piercing tip (30). The rivet shank (14) has a substantial constant radial thickness (ts) and in cross-section a rivet shank surface which is at least 15 mm², and wherein a deflection angle (B) of the profile (28) is at least of 40 degrees.
A blind rivet fastener for an electrical contact assembly includes a rivet shaft and a rivet head. The rivet shaft includes an elongated, hollow sleeve extending coaxially to a longitudinal center axis of the blind rivet fastener and having an outer sleeve surface. The rivet head extends radially at a first end of the sleeve. The rivet shaft includes at least one ridge configured to scratch at least one component to which the blind rivet fastener is configured to attach. The at least one ridge projects from the rivet head and extends along a portion of the outer sleeve surface. A fastening arrangement includes such a blind rivet fastener.
A joining stud (10) for joining to a workpiece (11), comprising an axially extending shaft portion (12) and a head portion (14) connected to the shaft portion (12) at one axial end thereof, wherein the head portion (14) has a joining surface (22) located essentially in a plane transverse to the longitudinal axis (16) of the shaft portion (12), wherein the joining surface (22) comprises a plurality of first protrusions (44) and a plurality of second protrusions (46), wherein the first protrusions (44) each have a first radial dimension (R1) and the second protrusions (46) each have a second radial dimension (R2), and wherein the first radial dimension (R1) is larger than the second radial dimension (R2).
B23K 20/12 - Non-electric welding by applying impact or other pressure, with or without the application of heat, e.g. cladding or plating the heat being generated by frictionFriction welding
F16B 37/06 - Devices for fastening nuts to surfaces, e.g. sheets, plates by means of welding or riveting
A fastening device (10) for fastening to a web portion of a component, comprising (i) a U-shaped fastener body (20) having a body base portion, a first body leg portion, and a second body leg portion, wherein the first and second body leg portions each extend from the body base portion such that a base receptacle (B) is defined between the first and second body leg portions (26, 30), and (ii) a U-shaped clamping portion (22) having a clamping base portion, a first clamping leg portion, and a second clamping leg portion, wherein the first and second clamping leg portions each extend from the clamping base portion such that a clamping receptacle (C) for receiving the web portion (16) is defined between the first and second clamping leg portions (62, 66), wherein the clamping portion (22) is configured to be inserted in an insertion direction (z) into the base receptacle (B) of the fastener body (20), so as to establish a clamping position (PC), wherein the first and second clamping leg portions (62, 66) are pressed together in the clamping position (PC) by the first and second body leg portions (26, 30), wherein the clamping portion (22) is held in the clamping position (PC) by a latch (42, 46) of a main latching arrangement (36), and wherein the latch (42, 46) is movable with regard to the fastener body (20) and is connected to the fastener body (20) by a hinge (44, 48).
An aspect of the present disclosure is drawn to a system for use with a torque tool and a fastening element. The torque tool has a motor and an engaging mechanism. The engaging mechanism can transfer a first torque to the fastening element when the motor operates in a first rotation mode and can transfer a second torque to the fastening element when the motor operates in a second rotation mode. The system includes a torque detector that detects a magnitude of torque applied to the fastening element and outputs a torque signal; and a controller that outputs a first drive signal to cause the motor to operate in the first rotation mode and outputs a second drive signal to cause the motor to operate in the second rotation mode based on the torque signal.
B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors
17.
SETTING TOOL FOR A BLIND FASTENER COMPRISING A COMPENSATION UNIT AND METHOD FOR SETTING A BLIND FASTENER
Method for setting a blind fastener and setting tool for a blind fastener including a head and a shank, the blind fastener supplied to the setting tool from a blind fastener supply, and the setting tool comprising: - a tool housing; - a shaft configured to be translationally movable within the tool housing along a tool axis between a retracted position and an extended position; - a drive mechanism for translationally moving the shaft; - a compensation unit arranged around the shaft allowing the shaft to move freely with regard to the tool housing, in any direction included in the transverse plane perpendicular to the tool axis, wherein the setting tool further comprises a return device adapted to cooperate with the compensation unit for aligning the shaft with the tool axis.
B25B 27/00 - Hand tools or bench devices, specially adapted for fitting together or separating parts or objects whether or not involving some deformation, not otherwise provided for
Joining method for joining a workpiece arrangement and joining apparatus (10) for joining workpieces comprising a joining head (12) having: - a retaining device (14) for a joining element and by means of which the joining element can be guided along or arranged on a joining axis (X), - a punch (16) with which a setting movement of the joining element (24) can be executed, the punch (16) being movable along the joining axis by a drive unit (36), characterized in that the retaining device (14) is moved along the joining axis by the punch (16).
B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
B25B 23/04 - Arrangements for handling screws or nuts for feeding screws or nuts
B25B 23/06 - Arrangements for handling screws or nuts for feeding screws or nuts using built-in magazine
An adjustable closure bumper includes a base, a stem, a bump stop, a ratchet mechanism, and a locking nut. The base is mountable to a body panel adjacent to an opening for a closure panel. The stem is insertable into a receptacle in the base. The bump stop is attached to one end of the stem for engaging the closure panel. The ratchet mechanism allows the stem to move into the receptacle in the base to adjust a height of the adjustable closure bumper while inhibiting movement of the stem out of the receptacle. The locking nut fits over a portion of the base forming the receptacle and is rotatable relative to the base to lockout the ratchet mechanism and thereby set the height of the adjustable closure bumper.
Process for removing a pin from an arrangement and pin for establishing a removable connection between at least two components comprising: a pin shaft extending along a longitudinal axis, a pin head, the diameter of the head being enlarged along other direction orthogonal to the longitudinal axis, wherein the pin head comprises an upper side, lateral edges and a transition portion is arranged between the lateral edges and the pin shaft, an ogival pin tip formed on one end side of the pin shaft, the pin head formed at an end portion on the other end side, wherein the pin shaft comprises a first portion having a constant cross-section and a second portion having an enlarged cross-section with regard to the first portion, wherein the second portion extends between the transition portion and the first portion, and wherein the first portion extends between the pin tip and the second portion, wherein a thread is provided on the first portion, the second portion being at least in part a smooth portion.
Method for fastening a fastening element (10) with a workpiece and fastening element (10), for example stud, with a joining surface (12) which has an application area (18) to which a fixation wax (20) is applied, wherein a protective foil (24) is arranged on the fixation wax (20). The joining element may thus be easily stored and transported in bulk and fixed or glued to a workpiece without removing the protective foil (24).
A clip for securing an element to a larger assembly. The clip comprises a body, a lid, and a hinge for rotatably connecting the lid to the body. The hinge defines a hinge axis and includes a pin and a socket. The pin includes an interference part comprising a long side and a short side. The socket defines a hole having a long side and a short side and surrounds the interference part of the pin. The hole's short side being shorter than the long side of the pin, and the hole's long side defining a recess. The lid can be opened and closed relative to the body. When the lid is opened to an upright position relative to the body, the short side of the interference part of the pin fits into the recess of the hole of the socket so that the lid is held upright.
A clip with improved stay retention comprises a clip body, a hinge connected to a hinge side of the clip body, and a lid rotatably connected to the clip body via the hinge can be opened and closed. The clip body includes a stay holding part defining a stay insertion hole with a stay locking claw. When the stay is inserted into the stay insertion hole, the stay locking claw locks the stay, The lid incudes a lid main body and a restricting part with a first restricting surface on the inside. The restricting part is connected to the hinge so that, when the lid main body is closed on the clip body, the first restricting surface abuts the stay holding part and presses the stay holding part toward the clip body and thereby restricts movement of the stay holding part in the direction tending to unlock the stay.
F16B 2/22 - Clips, i.e. with gripping action effected solely by the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening of resilient material, e.g. rubbery material
E05D 5/10 - Pins, sockets or sleevesRemovable pins
24.
FEEDING UNIT AND COUPLING BODY OF A FEEDING UNIT COMPRISING A LOCKING ELEMENT
Feeding unit (16) for feeding fasteners from a first element to a second element comprising a feeding hose (20) having an inlet and an outlet, and a coupling body (22) arranged at the outlet of the feeding hose. The coupling body comprises a locking element (48) movable between a locking position and an open position, wherein in the locking position the locking element protrudes into the coupling channel, and wherein in the open position the second end is freely accessible from the coupling channel (34).
B21J 15/32 - Devices for inserting or holding rivets in position with or without feeding arrangements
B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
A self-piercing rivet with a head and a shank which has a shank diameter (Ds), wherein, at a foot end opposite the head, the shank has an axial recess which has an axial depth (LB), wherein the axial recess has a recess volume, wherein a ratio of recess volume to volume of the shank and the head is in the range of 0.06 to 0.08.
Method for joining components by means of a self-piercing rivet and self-piercing rivet (10) for a riveted connection, in particular self-piercing rivet, comprising: - a head (12) with a top surface (14), - a shaft (16) longitudinally extending along a longitudinal axis, - a transition portion (18) between the shaft and the head, wherein the rivet (10) is integrally made in a metal material and comprises a coating (B1, B2, B3) adapted to prevent corrosion of said rivet, and wherein at least one projection (20) is arranged on the top surface (14) of the head.
12122) of the workpiece arrangement (16), (iii) punching the rivet (22) with a punch force (FP) through the workpiece arrangement (16) in an axial direction (L), wherein the workpiece arrangement (16) is supported by a support surface (46) of the collar (40), and wherein the collar (40) is supported by a first engagement surface (56) the die (14); and (iv) modifying the collar (40) by applying a modification force (FM) to the collar (40), wherein the modification force (FM) is higher than the punch force (FP), and wherein the modification of the collar (40) allows a second engagement surface (58) of the die (14) to apply a radial swaging force (FSr) onto the collar (40) so that material of the collar (40) flows into the at least one radial recess (28) of the rivet (22).
A semi-tubular self-piercing rivet (10) comprising a head (12), and a shaft (14), wherein the shaft (14) comprises a shaft axial end face (16) opposite to the head (12), wherein the shaft (14) has a shaft blind cavity (18), wherein the shaft (14) comprises a shaft radial outer face (28) and a plurality of longitudinal projections (22) projecting from the shaft radial outer face (28), wherein the radial shaft outer face (28) defines a first shaft outer diameter (DA1), wherein the longitudinal projections (22) each have a radial height (HV) relative to the shaft radial outer face (28), and wherein the shaft (14) is configured to be radially widened when being punched into a workpiece arrangement. A ratio of the radial height (HV) of the longitudinal projections (22) to the first shaft outer diameter (DA1) defined by the radial shaft outer face (28) is in a range from 0.03 to 0.2.
Method for feeding joining elements into a holding arrangement of a joining apparatus, with the following steps: - providing a joining apparatus (10) comprising: - a supply unit (S), - a joining head (12) with the holding arrangement (16), - a compressed air source (30) configured to supply compressed air, and - a feeding hose (24) through which the joining elements are conveyed individually from the supply unit to the holding arrangement of the joining head via compressed air supplied by the compressed air source in the feeding hose, - providing at least one joining element (18) in the supply unit (S), - feeding one joining element (18) from the supply unit to the joining head (12) through the feeding hose, wherein a control unit (32) commands the compressed air source (30) to be successively turned on and off during the convoy of the fastening element (18) in the feeding hose (24) from the supply unit (S) to the joining head (12) such that a pulsed air flow is supplied in the feeding hose (24).
B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
B25B 23/04 - Arrangements for handling screws or nuts for feeding screws or nuts
B65G 51/02 - Directly conveying the articles, e.g. slips, sheets, stockings, containers or workpieces, by flowing gases
Method for feeding fasteners and joining system (10) for joining a fastener (18) to a workpiece comprising: - a head (12) having a nose (14) with a holding arrangement (16) for receiving the fastener destined to be joined to the workpiece, - a feeder for feeding fasteners from a magazine to the holding arrangement, wherein the feeder comprises a feeding tube adapted to receive fasteners from a magazine and into which the fasteners are driven to the nose (14); - an air supply mechanism (S) comprising a compressed air source (30) for delivering compressed air to the feeder (22) and driving the fastener within the feeding tube (24) from the magazine to the holding arrangement, wherein the air supply mechanism (S) further comprises a plurality of valves (V1, V2, V3) arranged such that a plurality of compressed air pulses is provided for moving the fastener (18) within the feeding tube from the magazine to the holding arrangement.
B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
B25B 23/04 - Arrangements for handling screws or nuts for feeding screws or nuts
B65G 51/02 - Directly conveying the articles, e.g. slips, sheets, stockings, containers or workpieces, by flowing gases
A transfer station for storing a plurality of drive screws. One drive screw can be taken out of the transfer station by a joining tool comprising a sleeve adapted to receive the drive screw to then carry out at least one joining operation. The transfer station having a housing longitudinally extending in height along a vertical axis X, in width along a horizontal axis Y and in depth along a depth axis Z; a sleeve holder movably connected to the housing and operable to hold and release the sleeve of the joining tool; and a magazine adapted to store the plurality of drive screws. The sleeve holder is movable between an attachment position, a filling position and a release position.
Battery system comprising a battery casing with a vent opening and a ventilation device and ventilation device comprising a first membrane adapted to ensure pressure balance between the inside of the battery casing and its environment during normal operation conditions of the battery system and a second membrane adapted to ensure an emergency venting in case of technical defect within the battery system.
H01M 50/30 - Arrangements for facilitating escape of gases
H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
H01M 50/308 - Detachable arrangements, e.g. detachable vent plugs or plug systems
H01M 50/325 - Re-sealable arrangements comprising deformable valve members, e.g. elastic or flexible valve members
33.
Collar for Securing Housing of Electric Rotor to Rotor Shaft
An electric rotor includes a shaft, windings, a first end cap, a second end cap, and a collar. The shaft includes a head and a shank. The windings extend around the shank of the shaft. The first end cap has a first side engaging a first end of the windings and a second side engaging the head of the shaft. The second end cap has a first side engaging a second end of the windings opposite of the first end. The collar is crimped to the shank of the shaft and engages a second side of the second end cap opposite of the first side of the second end cap such that (i) the windings are clamped between the first and second end caps and (ii) the shaft, the windings, the first and second end caps, and the collar rotate together as a single unit.
A battery system comprises at least one battery cell and a busbar assembly. The busbar assembly for an electric vehicle having a busbar for electric power distribution and a connector. The busbar comprises a body made of conducting material, the body being at least partially hollow, such that the busbar comprises at least one conductive inner surface and an air gap adapted to increase cooling efficiency by natural convection, such that a passive cooling is realized.
H01M 50/503 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the shape of the interconnectors
B60R 16/033 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for supply of electrical power to vehicle subsystems characterised by the use of electrical cells or batteries
A battery pack (100) includes a housing (106), at least one battery cell (108) mounted in the housing, a first cooler (112) in direct or indirect contact with the at least one battery cell, a control valve (114) moveable between a first position and a second position, and a second cooler (116) arranged closer to the housing of the battery pack than the first cooler. The first position of the control valve allows recirculation of coolant through the first cooler along a first coolant flow path, while the second position directs coolant to a second flow path and the second cooler. The second cooler is configured to transmit heat from the battery pack to an external environment. This configuration allows for efficient temperature-based cooling of the battery pack, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of the battery cells.
B60L 58/26 - Methods or circuit arrangements for monitoring or controlling batteries or fuel cells, specially adapted for electric vehicles for monitoring or controlling batteries for controlling the temperature of batteries by cooling
Provided is a structure for holding a clip on a clip attachment seat. A clip 10 includes a shaft part 12, a head part 11, a leg part 15, and a flange 13 having an engagement part 14. The clip attachment seat 22 includes an engagement part 25, an attachment hole 23, and an opening part 24. When the clip 10 is inserted into the attachment hole 23 from a radial direction through the opening part 24 and attached to the clip attachment seat 22, an engagement part 14 of the clip 10 and the engagement part 25 of the clip attachment seat 22 are engaged to restrict the position of the axial center of the clip 10. The clip 10 is configured such that when the leg part 15 is inserted into and fitted in a fitting hole 33 of a member 30 to be assembled, if the position of the axial center of the clip 10 is different from the position of the axial center of the fitting hole 33, the engagement between the engagement part 14 of the clip 10 and the engagement part 25 of the clip attachment seat 22 is released so that the clip 10 can move in a manner such that the position of the axial center of the clip 10 approaches the position of the axial center of the fitting hole 33 when the leg part 15 is guided toward the axial center of the fitting hole 33.
A thermal fin for a battery apparatus is configured to prevent thermal propagation between adjacent battery pack subassemblies. The thermal fin comprising a first and/or a second contact unit in facing contact with a first and a second battery pack subassembly. A supporting unit is sandwiched between the first and the second contact unit. The thermal fin extends in a fin plane, has a fin length in cross section along a longitudinal axis and a fin thickness. The thermal resistance within the fin plane is lower than the thermal resistance in a direction normal to the fin plane, such that the thermal fin performs a thermal management function and a thermal safety function of the battery apparatus.
H01M 10/653 - Means for temperature control structurally associated with the cells characterised by electrically insulating or thermally conductive materials
Joining method and joining device comprising a joining head having: - a retaining device (16) by which the joining element can be moved along a joining axis toward the workpiece for joining the joining element to on a workpiece surface, - a supporting device (18) adapted to contact against the workpiece, - detection device (28) for determining the relative orientation of the joining axis with regard to the workpiece surface, - a control device (42) which is set up to control the orientation of the joining axis, wherein the detection device is arranged on the supporting device and automatically correct the orientation of the joining axis (x) with regard to the workpiece surface.
G05B 19/402 - Numerical control [NC], i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form characterised by control arrangements for positioning, e.g. centring a tool relative to a hole in the workpiece, additional detection means to correct position
G05B 19/42 - Recording and playback systems, i.e. in which the programme is recorded from a cycle of operations, e.g. the cycle of operations being manually controlled, after which this record is played back on the same machine
39.
JOINING DEVICE WITH CLAMPING DEVICE AND JOINING METHOD
Joining method for joining at least two workpieces with a joining device (10) for joining workpieces comprising a joining head having: - a retaining device (14) for a joining element (20) and by means of which the joining element can be guided along or arranged on a joining axis (X), - a punch (16) with which a setting movement of the joining element can be executed, the punch being movable along the joining axis by a first drive unit (18), and - a clamping device (22) with which one or more workpieces can be compressed in a joining direction, wherein the clamping device (22) is movable through a second drive unit (24) different from the first drive unit (18).
Joining method for joining at least two workpieces with a joining device and joining device having: - a retaining device (14) for a joining element and by means of which the joining 5 element can be guided along or arranged on a joining axis, - a clamping device (22) with which one or more workpieces can be compressed in a joining direction, and - a thermal device (28), wherein the thermal device is arranged on the clamping device and moves together 10 with the clamping device.
Method for setting a self-piercing type rivet, device for thermally assisting the riveting process of a self-pierce riveting tool and self-pierce riveting tool (10) for setting a self-piercing type rivet comprising a setting assembly with: - a mount (14) in the form of a C-shaped frame having a first end and a second end, - a punch (20) disposed on the first end of the C-shaped frame, - a clamping device (26) mounted to the mount, - a die (22) disposed on the second end of the C-shaped frame and lying coaxially opposite the punch along a setting axis, - a drive unit (24) that effects a relative movement of punch and die and which moves the punch relative to the mount, wherein the self-pierce riveting tool (10) further comprises a plasma torch mounted to the clamping device and connected to the mount through the clamping device.
B21J 15/08 - Riveting by applying heat to the end parts of the rivets to enable heads to be formed
B21J 15/28 - Control devices specially adapted to riveting machines not restricted to one of the preceding subgroups
B23P 19/06 - Screw or nut setting or loosening machines
B21D 39/03 - Application of procedures in order to connect objects or parts, e.g. coating with sheet metal otherwise than by platingTube expanders of sheet metal otherwise than by folding
Provided is a hinge structure capable of preventing the phenomenon in which a hinge that links a lid and a body cracks in the course of work to close the lid with respect to the body. This clamp is configured so that a first member and a second member are linked by a hinge and bending the hinge brings the first member and the second member into mutual contact. The hinge comprises: outer portions that extend to the same lengths, in a constant thickness, from the first member and the second member; a central portion that is located between the outer portions and is thinner than the outer portions; and curved portions that extend between the respective outer portions and the central portion. The curved portions are curved so that, when the hinge is extended, the shapes of the curved portions that form the outer side when the hinge is bent are such that the curved portions become gradually thinner from the outer portions toward the central portion. When the hinge is extended, the shape of the hinge that forms the inner side when the hinge is bent is straight from the first member to the second member.
F16B 2/10 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action using pivoting jaws
F16L 3/12 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing
H02G 3/32 - Installations of cables or lines on walls, floors or ceilings using mounting clamps
A method (10) for joining components (20, 22), particularly metal components, by means of a joining element (12) which is deformed during the joining process, comprising the following steps: coating (S2, S3) a joining element (12) with a temperature-stable coating (B1,B2); preheating (S6) at least one of at least two components (20, 22) in an area of a joining location to a preheating temperature in the range from 90 °C to 1.400 °C, preferably by plasma-heating, laser-heating, electric arc heating and/or induction heating, wherein the components (20, 22) are stacked on top of each other; and driving the coated joining element (12) into the stacked components (20, 22).
A thermal barrier (100) for use in a battery module includes a barrier plate assembly configured to be positioned between a first battery cell and a second battery cell. The barrier plate assembly comprises one or more barrier plates configured to prevent or limit the transfer of heat between the first battery cell and the second battery cell. The thermal barrier also includes a elastically deformable spacer assembly comprising one or more elastically deformable spacer elements. A force exerted by the first battery cell and/or the second battery cell on the thermal barrier is configured to be transmitted through the elastically deformable spacer assembly. A packaging layer (106) surrounds the barrier plate assembly (128) and the elastically deformable spacer assembly (108). The thermal barrier can be used in various battery modules to improve thermal management and safety.
H01M 10/653 - Means for temperature control structurally associated with the cells characterised by electrically insulating or thermally conductive materials
H01M 10/6555 - Rods or plates arranged between the cells
H01M 10/658 - Means for temperature control structurally associated with the cells by thermal insulation or shielding
H01M 50/209 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells characterised by their shape adapted for prismatic or rectangular cells
H01M 50/291 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by spacing elements or positioning means within frames, racks or packs characterised by their shape
H01M 50/293 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by spacing elements or positioning means within frames, racks or packs characterised by the material
H01M 50/24 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by physical properties of casings or racks, e.g. dimensions adapted for protecting batteries from their environment, e.g. from corrosion
H01M 10/0525 - Rocking-chair batteries, i.e. batteries with lithium insertion or intercalation in both electrodesLithium-ion batteries
45.
FASTENING ELEMENT WITH ADHESIVE AND METHODS FOR USING AND MANUFACTURING THE SAME
Method for manufacturing a fastening element (10, 10'), method for using a fastening element (10, 10') and fastening element for gluing onto a workpiece (16), comprising: - at least one fastening section (12, 12'), and - a contact surface (14, 14'), wherein a permanent adhesive (24, 24') is applied to a first area (20) of the contact surface, and the contact surface also comprises a second area (22), different from the first area, wherein a fixation wax (26, 26') is applied on the second area (22), different from the first area and wherein anti-tack means (30) are applied to the fixation wax.
A nut is configured to be secured within a hole in a component. The nut includes an inner polygonal body, an outer polygonal body, and a pair of arms connecting the inner and outer polygonal bodies to one another. The arms allow the inner polygonal body to move relative to the outer polygonal body from a first position, in which a majority of the inner polygonal body is disposed outside of the outer polygonal body, to a second position, in which a majority of the inner polygonal body is disposed within the outer polygonal body. When the inner polygonal body is moved from the first position to the second position after the arms are inserted through the hole in the component, the arms deform radially outward such that a portion of the component surrounding the hole is captured between an annular flange on the outer polygonal body and the arms.
A setting tool for setting by crimping a blind fastener including a head and a shank partially defining an axial bore including an internal thread. The setting tool comprises a tool housing; a screw tool including an external thread that is rotationally and translationally movable within the tool housing along and around a tool axis between a retracted position and an extended position; a first electric motor including a first drive shaft; and a second electric motor with a second drive shaft. The setting tool further comprises a clamp movable relative to the tool axis and operable for clamping the blind fastener for engaging with the screw tool.
A punch-riveting die for a punch-riveting tool for setting a semi-hollow punch rivet into a punch rivet joint. The die comprising a basic body with a sheet metal support surface and a recess for forming an underside of a punch-rivet joint. The recess is arranged rotationally symmetrically to the central axis of the punch-riveting die. The recess having a first annular base, a lower second annular base, and a lowest central cavity extending axially below the second base. A projection rises axially in the central part of the cavity. A first annular wall extends between the first annular base and the sheet metal support surface. A second annular wall extends between the first annular base and the second annular base. A third annular wall extends between the second annular base and the bottom of the cavity.
A lockbolt installation swage tool includes a collet assembly, a gear transmission assembly, and a sensor engine. The collet assembly is a three-piece assembly enabled to grip a pintail of the lockbolt and pull it rearwardly relative to an anvil member based on user input. The gear transmission includes a pull shaft, an intermediate gear, a plurality of rollers, and a ring gear. The gear transmission assembly is operable to transmit rotation from an electric motor to translate the pull shaft connected to the collet assembly. The sensor engine includes a first limit switch, a second limit switch, one or more linear position sensors, one or more angular position sensors, and a current sensor. The sensor engine is operable to indicate the pull shaft position, angular orientation of the motor, and amount of current being supplied to the motor. The sensor engine ensures the safety and reliability of the lockbolt installation swage tool.
A lockbolt installation swage tool includes a collet assembly, a gear transmission assembly, and a sensor engine. The collet assembly has a multi-piece structural configuration to engage a pintail of the lockbolt. The gear transmission includes a pull shaft, an intermediate gear, a plurality of rollers, and a ring gear. The gear transmission assembly is operable to transfer rotation from an electric motor to a pull shaft that is operatively connected to the collet assembly. The sensor engine includes a plurality of sensors that include a plurality of redundant linear position sensors to detect linear positions of the pull shaft throughout its travel, one or more angle position sensors to detect angular orientations of the electric motor, and an electric current sensor to detect electric current at the electric motor.
A corner head includes a driving body, a driven body, a bell crank, and a support pin. The driving body and the driven body both include a guiding portion. The bell crank includes first and second guided portions and is rotatable about the support pin. The guided portions are slidable within the respective guiding portions of the driving body and the driven body. When the driving body is moved in a first direction, the first guided portion is guided by the guiding portion of the driving body and moves in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction; the bell crank rotates about the support pin; the second guided portion is guided by the guiding portion of the driven body and moves in a third direction different from the second direction; and the driven body moves in a fourth direction perpendicular to the third direction.
Thermal fin comprising a thermal barrier and thermal barrier (16) for a battery apparatus (10) configured to prevent or delay thermal propagation between battery pack subassemblies, the thermal barrier (16) comprising a spacer arrangement (24) with at least one intermediate plate having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, a first plurality of spacers (28) extending from the first surface and a second plurality of spacers (30) extending from the second surface.
Thermal barrier (16) for a battery apparatus (10) configured to prevent or delay thermal propagation between battery pack subassemblies, the thermal barrier (16) comprising a spacer arrangement (24) with at least one intermediate plate having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface, a first plurality of spacers (28) extending from the first surface and a second plurality of spacers (30) extending from the second surface.
H01M 10/6555 - Rods or plates arranged between the cells
H01M 10/6557 - Solid parts with flow channel passages or pipes for heat exchange arranged between the cells
H01M 10/647 - Prismatic or flat cells, e.g. pouch cells
H01M 50/471 - Spacing elements inside cells other than separators, membranes or diaphragmsManufacturing processes thereof
H01M 10/653 - Means for temperature control structurally associated with the cells characterised by electrically insulating or thermally conductive materials
Leak testing arrangement comprising a ventilation device and ventilation device 12) for a battery system with a battery casing having a vent opening, comprising: - a housing (20) adapted to be attached to the battery casing, the housing comprising a flange (26) delimiting a central opening (28) and a wall (30) laterally extending from the flange, - a cap (22) assembled to the housing, the cap having a first surface and a second surface, opposite the first surface, the second surface facing the central opening of the housing, - a gas permeable sheet (24) installed on the cap and adapted to extend over the central opening, wherein the cap (22) is movably assembled to the housing (20) between a closed position and an open position, and the wall of the housing (20) comprises a fixation element (40) adapted to receive removably a leak testing device (42).
Battery module, battery subassembly and spacer for swelling compensation, wherein the spacer adapted to be arranged between a first and a second battery cell and comprises a flat body (20) and a plurality of ribs (22) projecting from the flat body toward the first and/or second battery cell, and wherein the surface covered by the ribs in the outer region of the spacer is greater than the surface covered by the ribs in the inner region of the spacer.
H01M 50/291 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by spacing elements or positioning means within frames, racks or packs characterised by their shape
H01M 50/293 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders characterised by spacing elements or positioning means within frames, racks or packs characterised by the material
H01M 50/209 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells characterised by their shape adapted for prismatic or rectangular cells
H01M 50/211 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells characterised by their shape adapted for pouch cells
A joining method for setting a rivet in a workpiece comprises the steps of: providing a setting tool including a frame, a punch, a die, a clamping device, a drive unit, and a control device; providing a predetermined maximal rivet setting speed to the control device; providing the rivet and the workpiece; feeding the rivet into the setting tool; and setting the rivet in the workpiece, the setting step further comprising: moving the punch at a first punch speed; slowing the punch to a second punch speed before the rivet contacts the workpiece; and driving the rivet into the workpiece by moving the punch and monitoring the punch to ensure the punch does not exceed the predetermined maximal rivet setting speed.
A battery pack is disclosed comprising a housing having a base extending in a plane, and first and second modules each having one or more battery cells, the first and second modules being at least partly surrounded by the housing and arranged above the base. A cooling element is arranged between the first and second modules, the cooling element is connected to the housing, and a heat conductor is arranged to extend across at least part of the first module and/or the second module, wherein the heat conductor is in contact with the cooling element to transfer heat to the cooling element.
H01M 50/204 - Racks, modules or packs for multiple batteries or multiple cells
H01M 50/249 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders specially adapted for aircraft or vehicles, e.g. cars or trains
58.
A BLIND RIVET FASTENER AND A FASTENING ARRANGEMENT
The present disclosure relates to a blind rivet fastener (1) for an electrical contact assembly, including a rivet shaft comprising an elongated, hollow sleeve extending coaxially to a longitudinal centre axis of the blind rivet fastener (1) and having an outer sleeve surface and a rivet head (13) extending radially at a first end of the sleeve; wherein the rivet shaft comprises at least one ridge (14) configured to scratch at least one component (103; 104), wherein the at least one ridge (14) projects from the rivet head (13) and extends along a portion of the outer sleeve surface. The disclosure also relates to a fastening arrangement (100') comprising such a blind rivet fastener (1).
Battery module and battery cell sub-assembly (12) comprising: - a first battery cell (16) and a second battery cell (18); - a first cartridge (12) surrounding the first battery cell (16), the first cartridge (12) comprising a top wall and two lateral walls extending between the top wall and the bottom wall, wherein the top wall and two lateral walls define the inside of the cartridge; - a second cartridge (20) surrounding the second battery cell (18), the second cartridge comprising a top wall and two lateral walls extending between the top wall and the bottom wall, wherein the top wall and two lateral walls define the inside of the cartridge; - at least one thermal fin (14, 22) contacting the first and/or the second battery cell (16, 18), wherein a rupture disk (46) is provided on a wall of the first and/or second cartridge (12, 20).
H01M 50/258 - Modular batteriesCasings provided with means for assembling
H01M 50/262 - MountingsSecondary casings or framesRacks, modules or packsSuspension devicesShock absorbersTransport or carrying devicesHolders with fastening means, e.g. locks
Cable-guide arrangement for a motor vehicle sliding door and pivoting arrangement comprising a pivoting arm adapted to receive cables and a support member adapted to be arranged on a vehicle body. The support member comprises a base plate with a first and a second receiving portion, the pivoting arm rotatably mounted to the support member. A cap is connected to the base plate and defines with the base plate a protective chamber, in which the cables can extend. The pivoting arm is a two-part piece having a first casing and a second casing with a sealing ring.
B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
B60R 16/027 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems between relatively movable parts of the vehicle, e.g. between steering wheel and column
H01R 13/52 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof cases
H02G 11/00 - Arrangements of electric cables or lines between relatively-movable parts
61.
HOUSING SYSTEM AND BATTERY CELL COMPRISING THE SAME
Battery cell (10) and housing system (14) for a battery cell (10) comprising a housing body with a bottom and lateral walls, wherein the bottom and lateral wall comprise a conductive layer (22) comprising a metal material, and the lateral wall further comprises a barrier layer wherein the barrier layer surrounds and is in contact surface with the conductive layer, the bottom being devoid of the barrier layer, and wherein the thermal resistance of the barrier layer is higher than the thermal resistance of the conductive layer.
H01M 50/122 - Composite material consisting of a mixture of organic and inorganic materials
H01M 50/124 - Primary casingsJackets or wrappings characterised by the material having a layered structure
H01M 50/126 - Primary casingsJackets or wrappings characterised by the material having a layered structure comprising three or more layers
H01M 50/131 - Primary casingsJackets or wrappings characterised by physical properties, e.g. gas permeability, size or heat resistance
H01M 10/658 - Means for temperature control structurally associated with the cells by thermal insulation or shielding
62.
PIN AND GROMMET FASTENER INCLUDING PIN AND GROMMET HAVING PANEL RETENTION FINGERS AND PIN RETENTION FINGERS THAT COOPERATE WITH ONE ANOTHER TO DEFINE PIN RECEPTABLE FOR RECEIVING THE PIN
A pin and grommet fastener includes a grommet and a pin. The grommet includes a base, panel locking fingers, and pin locking fingers. The locking fingers project from the base and cooperate with one another to define a pin receptacle therebetween. The pin includes a pin head, a driving beam connected to the pin head, and protrusions. When the pin head is inserted through an opening in the base and into the pin receptacle, the pin locking fingers engage the pin and thereby retain the pin head in the pin receptable. When the fastener is inserted in one direction into a hole in a panel, the panel engages the driving beam and thereby moves the pin relative to the grommet in the opposite direction, which causes the panel locking fingers to flex away from one another and thereby inhibits withdrawal of the fastener from the hole in the panel.
F16B 5/06 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of clamps or clips
F16B 19/10 - Hollow rivetsMulti-part rivets fastened by expanding mechanically
F16B 21/02 - Releasable fastening devices locking by rotation
F16B 21/07 - Releasable fastening devices with snap action in which the socket has a resilient part
63.
Pin and grommet fastener including pin and grommet having panel retention fingers and pin retention fingers that cooperate with one another to define pin receptacle for receiving the pin
A pin and grommet fastener includes a grommet and a pin. The grommet includes a base, panel locking fingers, and pin locking fingers. The locking fingers project from the base and cooperate with one another to define a pin receptacle therebetween. The pin includes a pin head, a driving beam connected to the pin head, and protrusions. When the pin head is inserted through an opening in the base and into the pin receptacle, the pin locking fingers engage the pin and thereby retain the pin head in the pin receptable. When the fastener is inserted in one direction into a hole in a panel, the panel engages the driving beam and thereby moves the pin relative to the grommet in the opposite direction, which causes the panel locking fingers to flex away from one another and thereby inhibits withdrawal of the fastener from the hole in the panel.
Busbar assembly for an electric vehicle having a busbar for electric power distribution and a connector, wherein the busbar comprises a body made of a first conductive material, the body defining a recess in which a plurality of graphene layers is arranged, and in which the graphene layers contact the body.
H01B 5/14 - Non-insulated conductors or conductive bodies characterised by their form comprising conductive layers or films on insulating-supports
H01B 3/52 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances fibrous materials woodInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances fibrous materials paperInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances fibrous materials pressboard
H01B 1/04 - Conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materialsSelection of materials as conductors mainly consisting of carbon-silicon compounds, carbon, or silicon
Battery apparatus (10) comprising a pouch cell (12) with a cell body (18), a first tab (20) and a second tab (22) adapted to provide electrical connections to the cell body (18), and a cell tab cooling system (16) configured to manage the temperature of the cell tabs, wherein the cell tab cooling system (16) is in facing contact with the first and/or the second tab (20, 22), and in that the cell tab cooling system (16) comprises a thermally conductive plate (24) made of high thermal conductivity material.
Battery system (10) comprising at least one battery cell (12, 14) and a busbar assembly (16) and busbar assembly (16) for an electric vehicle having a busbar (18) for electric power distribution and a connector (20), wherein the busbar (18) comprises a body made of conducting material, the body being at least partially hollow, such that the busbar (18) comprises at least one conductive inner surface (22) and an air gap adapted to increase cooling efficiency by natural convection, such that a passive cooling is realized.
H01M 10/647 - Prismatic or flat cells, e.g. pouch cells
H01M 10/653 - Means for temperature control structurally associated with the cells characterised by electrically insulating or thermally conductive materials
H01M 10/6551 - Surfaces specially adapted for heat dissipation or radiation, e.g. fins or coatings
H01M 50/503 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the shape of the interconnectors
H01M 50/505 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing comprising a single busbar
H01M 50/526 - Interconnectors for connecting terminals of adjacent batteriesInterconnectors for connecting cells outside a battery casing characterised by the material having a layered structure
Battery system (10) comprising a battery casing with a vent opening (18) and a ventilation device (12, 12', 12") and ventilation device (12, 12', 12") comprising a first membrane (24, 24', 24") adapted to ensure pressure balance between the inside of the battery casing (14) and its environment during normal operation conditions of the battery system and a second membrane (26, 26', 26") adapted to ensure an emergency venting in case of technical defect within the battery system (10).
Transfer station (10) for storing a plurality of drive screws (14), wherein one drive screw (14) can be taken out of the transfer station by a joining tool (12) comprising a sleeve (15) adapted to receive the drive screw (14) to carry out at least one joining operation which uses the drive screw (14), said transfer station (10) comprising: - a housing (16) longitudinally extending in height along a vertical axis X, in width along a horizontal axis Y and in depth along a depth axis Z, - a sleeve holder (18) movably connected to the housing (16), the sleeve holder (18) being adapted to hold and release the sleeve (15) of the joining tool, - a magazine (36) adapted to store the plurality of drive screws, wherein the sleeve holder (18) is movable between an attachment position, a filling position and a release position.
B21J 15/14 - Riveting machines specially adapted for riveting specific articles, e.g. brake lining machines
B25B 27/00 - Hand tools or bench devices, specially adapted for fitting together or separating parts or objects whether or not involving some deformation, not otherwise provided for
F16B 37/06 - Devices for fastening nuts to surfaces, e.g. sheets, plates by means of welding or riveting
A method for setting a blind fastener comprising the steps of: providing a workpiece with a through hole; providing the fastener; providing a setting tool comprising: a tool housing; a screw tool with a male thread movable within the housing along and around a tool axis between a retracted and an extended positions; a first electric motor with a first drive shaft axially fixed to the tool housing, the first drive shaft defining a first axis radially spaced from the tool axis; a second electric motor with a second drive shaft axially fixed to the tool housing, the second drive shaft defining a second axis radially spaced from the tool axis and from the first axis; and a solid roller screw arranged for rotation and axial movement in the tool housing, and axially concentric with and in driving connection to the screw tool; supplying the fastener in front of the screw tool when the screw tool is in the retracted position; engaging the screw tool with the fastener; and setting the fastener to the workpiece.
Thermal fin (26) for a battery apparatus configured to prevent thermal propagation between battery pack subassemblies comprising a first and/or a second contact unit (28, 30) adapted to be in facing contact with a first and a second battery pack subassembly and a supporting unit (32) sandwiched between the first and the second contact unit (28, 30). The thermal fin (26) extends in a fin plane, has a fin length in cross section along a longitudinal axis and a fin thickness, and the thermal resistance within the fin plane is lower than the thermal resistance in a direction normal to the fin plane, such that the thermal fin ensures a thermal management function and a thermal safety function of the battery apparatus.
A grommet is configured to be fixed within a hole in a panel and to receive a stud to couple the stud to the panel. The grommet includes a hollow body having an inner surface and an outer surface, a flange disposed at one end of the hollow body, panel retention fingers protruding from the outer surface of the hollow body, and stud retention fingers protruding from the inner surface of the hollow body. The panel retention fingers are configured to engage a bottom surface of the panel when the grommet is fully inserted into the hole in the panel. The stud retention fingers are configured to engage an underside surface of the head of the stud when the stud is fully inserted into the hole in the grommet.
A grommet is configured to be fixed within a hole in a panel and to receive a stud to couple the stud to the panel. The grommet includes a hollow body having an inner surface and an outer surface, a flange disposed at one end of the hollow body, panel retention fingers protruding from the outer surface of the hollow body, and stud retention fingers protruding from the inner surface of the hollow body. The panel retention fingers are configured to engage a bottom surface of the panel when the grommet is fully inserted into the hole in the panel. The stud retention fingers are configured to engage an underside surface of the head of the stud when the stud is fully inserted into the hole in the grommet.
A method for joining a fastener to a workpiece that comprises the steps of: (a) providing a workpiece, (b) providing a one-piece metal fastener including an anchor section which extends along an anchor axis, a flange formed on and extending radially to the anchor section, the flange being radially delimited by an outer edge, and the flange at least partially forms an application section located at a non-zero distance from the outer edge; (c) applying a UV-curing adhesive on the application section; (d) arranging the fastener on the workpiece by pushing the flange against the workpiece and squeezing the adhesive toward the outer edges; (e) curing the adhesive exposed at the outer edge of the flange by applying an UV radiation; and (f) curing the adhesive between the flange and workpiece by anaerobic curing.
A joining apparatus for the joining of a joining element to a workpiece on a joining surface, the joining apparatus comprising: a joining head that defines a joining axis; a cleaning device for cleaning the joining surface; and a drive unit for moving the cleaning device in relation to the joining head between a waiting position and a cleaning position. The waiting position axially rearward and transversely spaced from a holding device forwardmost on the joining head; and the cleaning position axially forward and transversely closer to the holding device
A die for deforming a workpiece material in a joining tool comprises a head with a top side partially defining a cavity in which the workpiece material is to be deformed, a bottom side opposite the top side, a lateral side arranged between the top side and the bottom side, and a stem which extends along a longitudinal axis from the bottom side of the head. The die further comprises an identification tag, preferably an RFID tag, having an antenna for receiving and/or transmitting a signal, and a storing element for storing information, and the antenna is wrapped circumferentially around the head, such that the antenna entirely surrounds the head. The head may also include a groove extending around the head on the lateral side with the antenna arranged in the groove. Additionally, the die may include a recess with the storing element located in the recess.
B21J 15/28 - Control devices specially adapted to riveting machines not restricted to one of the preceding subgroups
B21D 37/00 - Tools as parts of machines covered by this subclass
B21D 39/03 - Application of procedures in order to connect objects or parts, e.g. coating with sheet metal otherwise than by platingTube expanders of sheet metal otherwise than by folding
B21J 15/36 - Rivet sets, i.e. tools for forming headsMandrels for expanding parts of hollow rivets
B23Q 17/00 - Arrangements for indicating or measuring on machine tools
B23Q 17/09 - Arrangements for indicating or measuring on machine tools for indicating or measuring cutting pressure or cutting-tool condition, e.g. cutting ability, load on tool
The invention relates to a cable guide (1) for a cable connection between a vehicle body (52) and a sliding door (54) comprising a first connection device (4), a second connection device (2) and an energy chain (3) running between the first connection device (4) and the second connection device (2), which has a stretched configuration when the sliding door (54) is closed and a deflected configuration when the sliding door (54) is open, wherein the energy chain (3) has a first end link (42) at one end and a second end link (42) at the opposite end (22), wherein the first end link (42) is pivoted on the first connection device (4) and the second connection device (2) comprises a tensioning device (24) for the energy chain (3).
The cable guide (1) according to the invention is further characterized in that the second end link (22) of the energy chain (3) is mounted longitudinally movable on the second connection device (2) and is acted upon by the tensioning device (24) in such a way that, in stretched configuration of the energy chain (3), the second end link (22) is sustained in a floating equilibrium position movable in both directions.
The invention also relates to a motor vehicle (5) with a vehicle body (52) and at least one sliding door (54), which comprises a cable guide (1) according to the invention.
B60R 16/02 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric
B60J 5/06 - Doors arranged at the vehicle sides slidableDoors arranged at the vehicle sides foldable
B60R 16/027 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems between relatively movable parts of the vehicle, e.g. between steering wheel and column
H02G 11/00 - Arrangements of electric cables or lines between relatively-movable parts
A fastener provided with a pin and a body configured to insert the pin. The pin has a pin flange and a pin shaft extending in the vertical direction from the pin flange; and the main body has a bottom, an opening formed in the bottom for inserting the pin, a member to be mounted locking part formed vertically from the bottom along the opening in order to lock to the member to be mounted, a pin flange temporary holding part for temporarily fixating, before attaching to the member to be mounted, the pin flange at a first position opposite to the member to be mounted locking part relative to the bottom, and a pin flange lock for locking the pin flange at a second position closer to the bottom than the first position while mounted on the member to be mounted.
A method for joining by welding a weld stud to a workpiece, with the following steps: providing a drawn arc welding device and a plasma gas cleaning device; providing a weld stud and providing a workpiece including a joining surface; cleaning the joining surface using a plasma gas cleaning method including the cleaning steps of: generating in the plasma gas generating device a non-transferred arc, generating with the non-transferred arc a plasma from a compressed gas, and directing the plasma onto the joining surface to remove contaminants thereon; and then, after the cleaning steps, joining the weld stud to the workpiece by drawn arc welding using the drawn arc welding device including forming of a transferred electric arc between the weld stud and the joining surface.
B23K 26/14 - Working by laser beam, e.g. welding, cutting or boring using a fluid stream, e.g. a jet of gas, in conjunction with the laser beamNozzles therefor
Cable-guide arrangement (10) for a motor vehicle sliding door and pivoting arrangement (20) comprising a pivoting arm (22) adapted to receive cables and a support member (68) adapted to be arranged on a vehicle body. The support member comprises a base plate (32) with a first and a second receiving portion (44, 46), the pivoting arm (22) being rotatably mounted to the support member. A cap (60) is connected to the base plate and defines with the base plate a protective chamber (64), in which the cables can extend. The pivoting arm (22) is a two-part piece having a first casing (36) and a second casing (38) with a sealing ring (40).
B60R 16/027 - Electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided forArrangement of elements of electric or fluid circuits specially adapted for vehicles and not otherwise provided for electric for transmission of signals between vehicle parts or subsystems between relatively movable parts of the vehicle, e.g. between steering wheel and column
81.
BLIND FASTENER WITH IMPROVED STEM AND METHOD OF SETTING THE SAME
Method of setting a blind fastener (10) and blind fastener, comprising: a body (12) with a hollow shank (16) and a body head (22); a stem (14) with an elongated cylindrical shaft (32), a weakened portion and a stem head (34), wherein the shaft comprises two diametrically opposed depressions (42) provided between the weakened portion and the stem head, wherein the depressions extend from the underside of the stem head and are adapted to form an interlock with the body, wherein the depressions, in a cross-section, have a V-shape with an inclined flat first surface (44), a second surface (46) comprising a second radius of curvature (R2), the first and second surfaces being connected by an intermediate portion (48) having a first radius of curvature (R1), different from the second radius of curvature (R2).
An outer component has an opening therein defining an outer component mating wall, and a collar is configured to be inserted into the opening in the outer component. The collar has a collar mating wall with an outer surface and including a number of protrusions. A recess can surround each protrusion so that an overall protrusion height between a base of the protrusion and a distal end thereof is greater than a protruding distance between an outermost portion of the outer surface of the collar mating wall and the distal end of the protrusion. The configuration of the protrusions, including the number thereof, can be designed to provide a press-fit insertion force of 50 Newtons or less, and to provide a friction retention force sufficient to retain the collar within the opening of the outer component under its own weight, throughout relevant tolerance ranges for the mating walls.
F16L 13/14 - Non-disconnectable pipe joints, e.g. soldered, adhesive, or caulked joints made by plastically deforming the material of the pipe, e.g. by flanging, rolling
A feeding and fastening device for a coin-shaped fastener and comprising: a punch tool; a feeding device configured to feed the fastener one at a time; a hollow pillar-shaped portion below the punch tool; a holding portion to temporarily hold the fastener fed though a side surface thereof and to release the fastener when the punch tool pushes down on that fastener; a part passage route portion below the holding portion for guiding the fastener downward in a vertical orientation by means of a cross section with a width that prevents inversion; a guide portion below the passage route portion guides the fastener from the vertical orientation to a horizontal orientation; and a fastening portion below the guide portion receives the fastener in the vertical orientation and locates the fastener above the workpiece until struck by the punch tool.
B23P 19/02 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for connecting objects by press fit or for detaching same
B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
84.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTION OF ANOMALIES IN WELDED STRUCTURES
A non-destructive system for detecting anomalies in weldment of a pipeline is provided including an imaging apparatus, an anomaly detection unit, and a computing device. The imaging apparatus produces image segments corresponding to segments of the circumferential area of the weldment. The anomaly detection unit includes an artificial intelligence platform that processes and analyzes the image segments to identify at least one of a type, size, and location of a welding anomaly within the weldment using a database of truth data. The computing device includes a graphical user interface that displays the image segments with an overlay of information relating to at least one of the type, size, and location of the welding anomaly to the user.
G06V 10/764 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using classification, e.g. of video objects
B23K 31/12 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to investigating the properties, e.g. the weldability, of materials
A U-base clip component can include a pair of rib coupling barbs which can extend inwardly from two opposing clip side walls. A seal component can include two opposing aperture retention wings coupled to a central wall. A first and a second component annular seal can extend from opposite respective sides of the central wall. The U-base clip component and the seal component can define an interior rib receiving cavity between both the clip side walls and the aperture retention wings. A pair of rib coupling barbs can extend into the interior rib receiving cavity from the clip side walls and the two opposing aperture retention wings can extend exteriorly from the clip side walls. The rib coupling barbs of the U-base clip can be designed to couple fastener to the rib and the aperture retention wings can be designed to couple the dual component sealing fastener to the aperture.
A sufficient sealing property of a through hole is ensured. A sealing structure includes a cylindrically-shaped body part inserted into the through hole, formed of a thin plate of a first thickness, one end of the body part being open and another end of the body part being closed, a tapered part connected to the opened one end of the body part and including a diameter gradually expanding outward as a distance from the body part increases, and a first bent part connected to the tapered part, formed of a thin plate thinner than the first thickness, and bent inward so that a protruding part protruding outward elastically abuts against an inner peripheral surface of the through hole.
Disclosed herein are systems and methods for identifying welding anomalies and discontinuities in stud welding using Al models. Instead of conventional welding accuracy methods (e.g. destructive and/or image generation methods) a processor may communicate with one or more sensors associated with a joining machine to retrieve joining data and attributes. The processor may then execute an Al model that is trained based on previously performed stud welding, their corresponding welding attributes, and their corresponding discontinuities and/or anomalies. The processor may execute the Al model using data retrieved from the sensors and may calculate a likelihood of a discontinuity and discontinuity attributes, such as, location, depth, and the like. The processor may also execute a second Al model to identify an appropriate course of action to remedy the identified/predicted discontinuity.
G06F 7/544 - Methods or arrangements for performing computations using exclusively denominational number representation, e.g. using binary, ternary, decimal representation using non-contact-making devices, e.g. tube, solid state deviceMethods or arrangements for performing computations using exclusively denominational number representation, e.g. using binary, ternary, decimal representation using unspecified devices for evaluating functions by calculation
B23K 31/12 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to investigating the properties, e.g. the weldability, of materials
Method for monitoring the behaviour of a welding gun and handheld welding gun for welding an element to a component comprising a sensor unit adapted to measure different parameters during the welding process, a processing system with a control card adapted to control one or more parameters of the welding process, wherein the sensor unit comprises a gyroscope sensor mounted within the housing, wherein the gyroscope sensor is arranged on the control card.
Handheld welding gun for welding an element to a component comprising a linear actuator unit with a linear actuator housing and a linear actuator rod adapted to actuate the holding unit in order to move the element between the lift position and the plunge position, the linear actuator rod extending partly inside and partly outside the linear actuator housing. A displacement measuring system communicates with a control card. The linear actuator, the displacement measuring system and the control card are connected together to form a compact actuator unit.
Self-piercing riveted joint and self-piercing rivet comprising a recess delimited by a recess transition section (22) and a recess base (24), wherein the recess transition section (22) comprises a first portion (26) having a first transition radius (R1), a second portion (28) having a second transition radius (R2), wherein the recess base (24) is connected to the first portion (26), wherein the second portion (28) is connected to the flat shank end face (20), and wherein the first portion (26) is connected to the second portion (28) at an inflexion point, such that the recess transition section (22) does not comprise any straight surface.
Disclosed herein are systems and methods for identifying welding anomalies and discontinuities using AI models. Instead of conventional welding accuracy methods (e.g. destructive and/or image generation methods) a processor may communicate with one or more sensors associated with a welding machine to retrieve welding data and attributes. The processor may then execute an AI model that is trained based on previously performed weldments, their corresponding welding attributes, and their corresponding discontinuities and/or anomalies. The processor may execute the AI model using data retrieved from the sensors and may calculate a likelihood of a discontinuity and discontinuity attributes, such as, location, depth, and the like. The processor may then display a visual representation of the discontinuities calculated using the AI model.
B23K 31/02 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to soldering or welding
95.
Computer modeling for detection of discontinuities and remedial actions in fastening systems
Disclosed herein are systems and methods for identifying welding anomalies and discontinuities in stud welding using AI models. Instead of conventional welding accuracy methods (e.g. destructive and/or image generation methods) a processor may communicate with one or more sensors associated with a joining machine to retrieve joining data and attributes. The processor may then execute an AI model that is trained based on previously performed stud welding, their corresponding welding attributes, and their corresponding discontinuities and/or anomalies. The processor may execute the AI model using data retrieved from the sensors and may calculate a likelihood of a discontinuity and discontinuity attributes, such as, location, depth, and the like. The processor may also execute a second AI model to identify an appropriate course of action to remedy the identified/predicted discontinuity.
B23K 31/12 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to investigating the properties, e.g. the weldability, of materials
Joining device, joining apparatus and method for joining a fastener to a workpiece comprising the steps of: - providing a workpiece (24); - providing a fastener (10) including an anchor section which extends between a first end section and a second end section along an anchor axis (X); a flange (18) formed on and extending radially to the first end section of the anchor section (12), the flange being radially delimited by an outer edge (20), and the flange at least partially forms an application section (22), the application section being at a non-zero distance from the outer edge, wherein the fastener (10) is a one-piece metal fastener (10); - applying an adhesive (28) on the application section, characterized in that the adhesive (28) is an UV-curing adhesive and the method further comprises the steps of - arranging the flange of the fastener (10) on the carrier surface of the workpiece (24) and pushing said flange (18) against the workpiece such that the adhesive is squeezed toward the outer edges until it reaches the outer edges of the flange (20); - curing the adhesive (28) at the outer edge (20) of the flange by applying an UV radiation, such that the fastener is pre-assembled to the workpiece; - finishing the curing of the adhesive (28) underneath the flange by anaerobical curing.
A setting tool comprising: a first electric motor with a first drive shaft, which is arranged in a first housing portion and is connected to a tool housing portion via a first transmission; a tool shaft connected to a screw tool, and the screw tool is movable between a retracted and an extended position; a feeder with a fastener delivery tube, the delivery tube for delivering blind fasteners in front of the screw tool when in the retracted position; a second electric motor with a second drive shaft is arranged in a second housing portion and is connected to the tool housing portion via a second transmission; and the delivery tube merges with the tool housing portion through a receiver assembly, the receiver assembly comprising an interface channel connecting the delivery tube with the tool housing portion, such that the screw tool can engage with the blind fastener.
A self-piercing rivet with a head and a shank which has a shank diameter (Ds), wherein, at a foot end opposite the head, the shank has an axial recess which has an axial depth (LB), wherein the axial recess has a recess volume, wherein a ratio of recess volume to volume of the shank and the head is in the range of 0.06 to 0.08.
Method of manufacturing a ground apparatus and ground apparatus comprising an aluminum nut (16) having an internal thread and adapted to clamp an eyelet (28) of an electrical conductor on a corresponding contact area of the stud (12), wherein the nut (16) has at least one coating (30) which contains at least zinc, characterized in that the coating further comprises tin, in that the coating consists of an acid tin-zinc electroplating on the aluminum nut (16) and is such that the tin is between 60 and 80% by weight of the coating and the tin-zinc coating forms a layer with an average thickness of from about 5 to 16 microns.
H01R 4/00 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation
H01R 4/62 - Connections between conductors of different materialsConnections between or with aluminium or steel-core aluminium conductors
H01R 4/30 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a screw or nut clamping member
H01R 43/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing, assembling, maintaining, or repairing of line connectors or current collectors or for joining electric conductors for soldered or welded connections
H01R 11/12 - End pieces terminating in an eye, hook, or fork
