Abstract: A composite shaft with an end fitting mounted on an interface region on at least one end of said shaft, and a preload structure arranged to provide a biasing force to bias the composite shaft against the end fitting; wherein the preload structure is in an interference fit with the composite shaft. The preload structure is applied to the composite shaft in a subsequent operation to the mounting of the end fitting to the shaft.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a vehicle door handle assembly (10) comprising: a rotatable flap (20), said flap (20) extending along and configured to rotate about a rotation axis (Y), a mechanical actuation switch (28) generating an electrical signal to be sent to a vehicle door controller to release the vehicle door, rotation of the rotatable flap (20) causing the activation of said mechanical actuation switch (28), and a locking mechanism generating an electrical signal to be sent to a vehicle door controller to lock the vehicle door comprising a lock switch button, The handle assembly (10) comprises an elongated base plate (14) made of one piece extending along the rotation axis (Y) of the flap (20). The flap (20) is hinged on the base plate (14). The base plate (14) encases the mechanical actuation switch (28) and the lock switch button (48). The mechanical actuation switch (28) and the lock switch button (48) are disposed on either side of the flap (20).

Abstract: The invention of the present disclosure may be a pressure sensitive locking mechanism comprising a body comprising a flex portion and an anchor portion. The locking mechanism may further comprise a tab disposed on a guard, where the tab may be orthogonal to the guard. In an embodiment, locking mechanism is configurable in a locked state and an unlocked state, where the tab may be configured to receive a pressure, where application of the pressure may be configured to convert the lock from the locked state to the unlocked state, and withdrawal of the pressure may be configured to convert the lock from the unlocked state to the locked state. The locking mechanism may be integrated with a slidable container, enabling reversible locking.

Abstract: Assembly including a first volume and a device for connection between the first volume and a second volume, the first volume including a first flange and a first door, and the second enclosed volume including a second flange and a second door, the connection device including a securing and disengaging mechanism intended to secure the first and second doors and to disengage the second door from its flange, the mechanism including a plate mounted on the first door. The assembly also including an immobilisation mechanism for immobilising the plate relative to the first door in a position in the absence of the second door and in another position in the presence of the second door in a state of securing the first and second doors, and unlocking the second door relative to the second flange.

Abstract: A fitting part for tool-free fastening in a bore in a panel includes a radially outwardly expandable expansion sleeve for insertion into the bore and a fitting housing, which is mounted in the expansion sleeve so as to be rotatable about an axis of rotation between a starting rotary position and a final rotary position, has a lever arm which is arranged outside the expansion sleeve and has a latching device, and has an expansion contour which is arranged inside the expansion sleeve and, upon rotation of the fitting housing in the expansion direction of rotation from the starting rotary position to the final rotary position, expands the expansion sleeve radially outwards.

Abstract: A device for securing sliding windows and doors includes a telescoping bar and a plate. An end of the bar and the plate together form a connector pair that couples the bar end to the plate in one of a separable orientation and an inseparable orientation according to a relative angle between the bar end and the plate. The connector pair allows the bar to be separated from the plate in the separable orientation when the relative angle is a first angle, and the connector pair prevents the bar end being separated from the plate in the inseparable orientation when the relative angle is a second angle. A lock in the locked position physically prevents the relative angle between the bar end and the plate being changed from the second angle to the first angle. A T-bar or side-wing may prevent unlocking when the window or door is open.

Abstract: A safety pin locking device for workpiece turnover includes a safety pin, a triangular lock plate, an elastic positioning pin, and a lockset. The safety pin is configured to be inserted into a base and an overturnable workpiece to lock an angle of the overturnable workpiece relative to the base. A first corner end of the triangular lock plate is connected to an axial surface of the safety pin by a fastener, and the triangular lock plate can rotate around the fastener. The elastic positioning pin is mounted at a second corner end of the triangular lock plate and is configured to be inserted into positioning counterbores at two different positions on the axial surface of the safety pin to limit a position of the triangular lock plate. The lockset is mounted at a third corner end of the triangular lock plate.

Abstract: The present utility model relates to a deformable folding fence, including multiple groups of quick fixing assemblies, in which the multiple groups of quick fixing assemblies are connected to upper rods, lower rods and support rods, and two ends of each of the upper rods, the lower rods and the support rods are both provided with an elastic button and a clamping groove, each quick fixing assembly includes a fixing member main body, and a side wall of the fixing member main body is connected to a middle sleeve, so as to utilize the quick fixing assemblies, the upper rods, the lower rods, the support rods and the interaction among various components, so that the fences of different shapes can be spliced according to usage requirements and fields.

Abstract: A tube set device includes first and second tubes and a clamping assembly. The first tube partially extending from an opening into the second tube is telescopic relative to the second tube. The clamping assembly disposed at the opening of the second tube includes a quick-release tube-clamp and a safety lock unit. The quick-release tube-clamp includes a tightening body and a handle. The handle pivoted on the tightening body is able to be switched pivotally between released and locked states. The safety lock unit includes a first matching element disposed on one of the handle and the tightening body and a second matching element disposed on the other one. In the locked state, the first matching element is aligned with the second matching element, and the first and second matching elements are assembled with each other to fix the handle on the tightening body and maintain the locked state.

Abstract: A self-retaining wear-pad leveler has a first plate having arms on opposing sides and forming an aperture through the first plate. A rear section is coupled to a rear portion of the first plate and has tabs extending from opposing sides of the rear section. The arms are configured for being retained about a ball of a spherical bearing assembly, and the tabs are configured to cause rotation of the leveler about the bearing when engaged by a component coupled to and rotating about the bearing.

Abstract: A fastener unit and related method for securing a board to a support is provided. The fastener unit includes a spacer block, a grip element extending from the spacer block and configured to fit in and engage a groove of the board, and one or more resilient compression elements joined with the spacer block. The resilient compression elements can be vertically compressible so at least a portion of it can move from an open mode to a compression mode and fit within, then forcibly expand within, the groove, thereby securing the spacer block in a position adjacent the groove to establish a gap between the board and another board. Related methods of use also are provided.

Abstract: A tolerance ring includes a ring body formed of a strip plate material having a spring property and formed in a ring shape. The tolerance also has a plurality of protrusions. The protrusions are formed on the ring body and radially protrude from the ring body. An abutment joint portion is formed between a first end and a second end of the ring body in the circumferential direction. The tolerance ring includes an insertion restricting portion configured to restrict an entering amount of another tolerance ring in the axial direction being inserted into the abutment joint portion from the side of the first edge of the ring body. The insertion restricting portion is located in an area between a first axial end of the plurality of the protrusions in the axial direction and the first edge, so as to restrict the entering amount of the other tolerance ring.

Abstract: Border walls and related systems and methods are disclosed. A border wall may include a plurality of bollard fence sections adapted for engagement with corresponding base members. Each fence section may include a plurality of bollards. Each base member may include a plurality of openings extending downwardly from a top surface of the base member partially into the base member. The openings in the top of a base member are adapted for engagement with individual corresponding bollards on a bollard fence section. At least one of the bollards is “matched” to a corresponding opening in the base member so that the “matched” bollard, when inserted into and engaged with its corresponding “matched” opening, may function to support and/or align the bollard fence section. The base members may also include connectors, and/or mating alignment notches and protrusions, to facilitate joining and/or leveling of the base members to form a stable wall.

Abstract: A connector (1) and a system for interconnecting tubular profiles. The connector comprises first and second connector ends (2, 3), an intermediate part (4) arranged between the connector ends (2, 3). A first engaging element (5) is movably arranged relative a second engaging element (6), between a non-expanded state and an expanded state of the connector (1). An expansion bracket (7) comprises a distal part (8) arranged at a first distance (a) from the intermediate part (4) and at least one proximal part (9) arranged at the intermediate part (4). A tensioner (10) is arranged at the intermediate part (4) and substantially extending in a transverse second axis direction (Y) relative a first longitudinal axis direction (X) of the connector (1).

Abstract: A privacy and sound barrier fence system and apparatus is disclosed. The fence is erected with interlocking horizontal or vertical panels which are held in place by posts at the ends of the boards. The boards are equipped with a tongue and groove system, configured to enable the boards to interlock, forming a solid wall segment. Each segment, referred to as a module, may be connected at a 90-degree angle, to permit a turn in the fence. Adjustable mounting points on the posts allow for the modules to be disposed in a step orientation or at a slope for non-level terrain. The boards ensure that the erected fence remains aesthetically pleasing from both the front and rear of the fence. A Santa Fe embodiment of the fence system does not employ any structural rain reinforcement connecting the posts and is capable of withstanding hurricane-strength winds.

Abstract: Bracket (1) for supporting a wall element (50) between two posts (60) and a system for shielding an area. The bracket (1) which is tube-shaped and arranged to enclose a post (60) comprises a front part (2), a back part (3), and first and second side parts (4, 5). At least one of the first and second side parts (4, 5) comprises a slit (6) with a receiving section (6a) open towards the front part (2) and arranged for receiving a protrusion (51) of a wall element (50). The slit (6) comprises a locking section (6c) for keeping a protrusion (51) of a wall element (50) in a locked position, and is arranged at a first distance (a) from the receiving section (6a) in a first direction (X1) of the bracket (1). The slit (6) comprises a guiding section (6b) arranged between the receiving section (6a) and the locking section (6c) which is arranged for guiding a protrusion (51) from the receiving section (6a) to the locking section (6c).

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an adjustable shoring beam having a hook assembly configured to mate with E-track mating features. The adjustable shoring beam can be adjusted over a predetermined length range by adjusting the tube assembly and the rod assembly. In some embodiments, the extension length is fixed using a fixing clamp coupled to the tube assembly and the rod assembly. A connecting clamp and bracket may be used to couple a first adjustable shoring beam to a second adjustable shoring beam.

Abstract: A tolerance ring includes a ring body having a spring property, an abutment joint portion formed between circumferential end edges of the ring body, and protrusions protruding radially from the ring body, each having a reaction force due to radial rigidity. The tolerance ring includes an abutment joint semi-circumferential region and an opposing semi-circumferential region facing the abutment joint portion. The tolerance ring includes first and second X-direction semi-circumferential regions separated by a straight line connecting the abutment joint and opposing portions. The Y-direction passes through the axis center of the ring body and the abutment joint, and the X-direction is orthogonal to the Y-direction. The sum of the X-direction components of the reaction force vector in the first X-direction semi-circumferential region is the same or smaller than the sum of the Y-direction components of the reaction force vector in the abutment joint semi-circumferential region.

Abstract: A combined type flexible glass net system used for protection against full-particle falling rocks on plank roads in scenic spots includes a supporting layer, an intercepting throwing layer and a flexible glass net isolating layer, wherein the supporting layer is longitudinally arranged above a protective area along a mountain, and includes a supporting steel frame and an oscillating type supporting rod; the intercepting throwing layer is supported on the supporting layer, and includes metal meshes, an along-cross-slope lower connecting rope, an along-cross-slope upper connecting rope, an along-slope connecting rope and a reinforcing rope; and the flexible glass net isolating layer includes glass plates, glass net supporting cables and a hoop type hinged piece, wherein the glass plates are connected to the glass net supporting cables through the hoop type hinged piece, and the glass net supporting cables are hung below the supporting steel frame.

Abstract: A fencing bracket having a box structure having opposing left and right sidewalls extending from opposing longitudinal ends forming a U-shaped cross-section, and a return support flange disposed at a lower edge thereof, wherein the left and the right sidewall have a pair of aligned cross beam openings and a first and second opening respectively. The fencing bracket includes a strap having a first fiat portion having a third opening, a middle portion (that is either rounded or rectangular), and a second flat portion having a fourth opening, the middle portion is between the first flat portion and the second flat portion. The first opening is aligned with the third opening and the second opening is aligned with the fourth opening, and a fastener passes through the first, second, third and fourth openings and is retained via another fastener at either the third or fourth opening.