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US 2017/0030391 A1Published application
T-Slot Mechanism and Assembly for Use in Furniture Constructions
AssigneeIconify Corp.
InventorsMarci Sue Klein, David Seth Klein, Jesse S. Kruska, David Mathieu
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Abstract
Assembly systems of particular use in assembling modular units, e.g., modular furniture, are provided. More particularly, a t-slot mechanism is provided that facilitates efficient, effective and aesthetic modular unit assembly.
Claims17
A t-slot mechanism, comprising:
- a. a back-stop;
- b. an extension arm that extends from the back-stop, the extension arm defining an undulating geometry that includes a plurality of C-shaped portions.
A connection system, comprising:
- a. t-slot mechanism that includes (i) a back-stop, and (ii) an extension arm that extends from the back-stop, the extension arm defining an undulating geometry that includes a plurality of C-shaped portions;
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- b. a first structural unit that includes a t-slot configured and dimensioned to receive the back-stop of the t- slot mechanism;
- c. a second structural unit that includes a channel configured and dimensioned for receipt of the extension arm of the t- slot mechanism;
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- d. a set screw for introduction relative to the second structural unit;
- wherein the set screw is effective to secure the extension arm within the channel of the second structural unit, thereby fixing the first structural unit relative to the second structural unit.
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