Abstract

A method of anchoring a connector element (10) in a receiving object (66) comprises inserting a distal end of the connector element (10) into a mounting hole in an insertion direction along an insertion axis; inserting a sleeve (36) comprising a thermoplastic material into the mounting hole, the sleeve (36) enclosing the connector element (10); and transferring energy to liquefy at least a portion of the thermoplastic material of the sleeve (36). A machine (500) configured for carrying out the method and a connector element anchoring kit comprising a connector element (10) and a sleeve (36) comprising thermoplastic material.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 65/08 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor by heating, with or without pressure using ultrasonic vibrations
• F16B 5/08 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of welds or the like
• F16B 13/14 - Non-metallic plugs or sleevesUse of liquid, loose solid or kneadable material therefor

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for joining two objects by anchoring an insert portion
provided
on a first object in an opening provided on a second object. The anchorage is
achieved by liquefaction of a thermoplastic material and interpenetration of
the
liquefied material and a penetrable material, the two materials being arranged
on
opposite surfaces of the insert portion and the wall of the opening. During
the step of
inserting the insert portion in the opening and/or during anchorage a clamping
force
is applied to opposing surfaces of the second object to prevent the second
object
from cracking or bulging.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 65/56 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor using mechanical means
• B29C 65/64 - Joining a non-plastics element to a plastics element, e.g. by force
• F16B 5/00 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them