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Date of Patent
October 13, 2009
Patent Application Number
11016498
Date Filed
December 17, 2004
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Patent abstract
In the first aspect, the invention provides a fastener which includes a fastening element and an actuating means attached to the fastening element. The fastening element has a flexible beam and an engagement means. The actuating means includes a material, such as shape memory alloy, which contracts when activated. When the material is contracted, the beam moves between an engagement position and a disengagement position.
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