(under subclass 201) Subject matter in which the sput connector and the plate wall are integrally secured, e.g., a flange portion on the sput connector and the plate edge are rolled and pressed together.
(1) Note. The sputs under subclasses 202+ are generally of one piece and deformation of material is the means of fastening.
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330, for a coupling having a particular interface comprising interlocked portions. See the Search Notes thereunder.
382, for a joint involving deformation of the material thereof. See the Search Notes thereunder.