PIPE CONNECTION WITH VISUAL LOCKING INDICATOR
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- A RAYMOND & CO SCS
- Filing Date
- 2023-09-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-10
AI Technical Summary
Existing fluid fittings in the automotive industry face challenges with locking patterns that are not easily identifiable by detectors, particularly when using two-dimensional barcodes, and are often obstructed or require additional components, leading to increased size and cost, especially in space-constrained environments.
A fluid fitting design with a locking pattern concealed by the main body in the delivery position and fully exposed in the locked position, utilizing flexible arms with extensions carrying the pattern, allowing easy detection by detectors and reducing component size and cost.
Facilitates easy identification of assembly status through exposed locking patterns, enhances detector compatibility, and reduces component size and cost, particularly in space-limited applications.