NASA NTRS · 19800000251
Automatic connector joins structural columns
Abstract
Connector snap-locks over toothed bolthead mounted on column end, forming rigid joint that will not bend or twist. Connector is used in conventional construction to install temporary structures or as mechanical coupler. Up to nine receptacles can be clustered in one node to join up to nine converging columns.
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Jacquemin, G. G.. 1980-09-01. Automatic connector joins structural columns. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19800000251
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