Patent ID: 8979454
Filing Date: 2015-03-17
Classification: F16B

Abstract:
1. A fastener anchor assembly for securing a fastener, comprising: a base; a recess formed in the base, the recess having a substantially non-circular cross-sectional shape; and an insert having a substantially non-circular cross-sectional shape corresponding with the non-circular cross-sectional shape of the recess, the insert being positionable within the recess, the insert comprising a fastener opening and at least one flexible portion, wherein the at least one flexible portion flexes to engage the recess as a fastener moves through the fastener opening; wherein the base comprises a boss, and wherein the recess is formed in the boss, and wherein the boss comprises a substantially conically shaped protrusion, wherein the recess comprises a substantially conically shaped portion defined by the substantially conically shaped protrusion of the boss, the conically shaped portion being configured to receive the fastener, and wherein the fastener is engageable with the substantially conically shaped protrusion of the boss.