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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 07, 2026
Filed:
Sep. 19, 2022
Textron Innovations Inc., Providence, RI (US);
Ken Shundo, Fort Worth, TX (US);
Ryan A. Smith, Fort Worth, TX (US);
Bryan K. Baskin, Arlington, TX (US);
Textron Innovations Inc., Providence, RI (US);
Abstract
A coupling system is described that allows users to avoid having to manipulate two tools at the same time while reaching around to both sides of the coupled components. A lock plate can rest above one or more holes passing through (and for joining together) the components. A blade pin with a partially hollow cylinder can be inserted through holes in the lock plate and at least partially through the holes. A blade bolt can be inserted into the holes and the cylinder from the other side. The blade bolt can comprise an o-ring that engages with an inner diameter of a portion of the cylinder and holds the parts together with an interference fit. A portion of the bolt can extend through the top of the holes, and a washer and nut can be attached to or about a threaded portion of the bolt. During each state of installation a user will not have to reach to both sides of the system while manipulating multiple tools.