wiredinUSA October 2015

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Flexible fastener

described as “axially ridgid but laterally compliant”. The screw is secured in the same way as for conventional screws, but its flexibility will allow it to enter mis-matched holes, or to connect surfaces that are not parallel. Originally patented in 2005, the C3RP research partnership is currently looking for a partner in the product.

A flexible bolt, originally designed for use in earthquake resistant structures, might have applications in medicine and robotics. Developed by Professor Saeed Niku, at California Polytechnic State university, the flexible fastener consists of a shank, made froma strong, flexiblematerial such as Kevlar or wire rope. The shank is wrapped with threads of coiled steel, resulting in a fastener

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