Shape memory alloy filament crimping element

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 11739737
APP PUB NO 20190242370A1
SERIAL NO

16270459

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Apparatus and methods for filament crimping. The apparatus includes a filament crimp element. The filament crimp element includes a first set of cavities disposed at a spacing which creates a first set of features and a second set of cavities disposed at a spacing which creates a second set of features. The first and second set cavities are substantially opposite one another. The first set of features are adapted to be placed at least partially within the second set of cavities and the second set of features are adapted to be placed at least partially within the first set of cavities. Interlock features configured for cold welding are also included. Methods for the manufacture of the device are also disclosed. In addition, methods for automated placement and manufacture of assemblies using the crimp elements are also disclosed.

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AUTOSPLICE INC10121 BARNES CANYON ROAD SAN DIEGO CA 92121

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Foshansky, Leonid San Diego, US 15 255
Krone, Kenneth San Diego, US 7 91
Naidu, Vishnu San Diego, US 9 166

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