GB2616278A

GB2616278A - An assembly suitable for facilitating mounting, and an apparatus in association thereto

Info

Publication number: GB2616278A
Application number: GB2202847.6A
Authority: GB
Inventors: Hee Abel Lim Kok; Leong Terence Wong Kwang; Heng Chia Kah; Yong Yu Fang
Original assignee: Continental Automotive Technologies GmbH
Current assignee: Continental Automotive Technologies GmbH
Priority date: 2022-03-02
Filing date: 2022-03-02
Publication date: 2023-09-06
Also published as: GB202202847D0

Abstract

Mounting apparatus for being carried by a holder 104. The apparatus comprises a casing 202 with internal threading 204 and at least one securing part 206 for attachment to the holder in a secure manner. The apparatus may comprise a plurality of securing parts in the form of at least one crush rib feature and/or at least one overlap feature. The overlap feature(s) may engage with corresponding undercut feature(s) 210 disposed on the holder. The holder may define a body 208 comprising at least one side wall 212. The apparatus may be press fit into the holder. The apparatus may comprise substantially of plastic. Also claimed is an assembly 100 of the apparatus and holder.

Description

AN ASSEMBLY SUITABLE FOR FACILITATING MOUNTING, AND AN APPARATUS IN ASSOCIATION THERETO

Field Of Invention

The present disclosure generally relates to one or both of an assembly and an apparatus suitable for facilitating mounting in relation to, for example, one or more components to be carried by, for example, a vehicle. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to an assembly and/or an apparatus suitable for mounting (e.g., screw mounting).

Background

Generally, a vehicle may carry one or more components/modules. Such components/modules can, for example, be hardware-based. A hardware-based component/module can, for example, be mechanical-based and/or electronic-based (i.e., one or both of mechanical-based and electronic-based).

Moreover, a component/module can, for example, be in the form of a plastic enclosure. A plastic enclosure can include one or more bosses for receiving corresponding one or more screws. A plastic enclosure, when carried by a vehicle, 20 can typically be mounted by screw based mounting techniques.

Examples of screw mounting techniques can include: 1) use of a self-tapping type screw into a boss of the plastic enclosure 2) brass insert nut which is ultrasonic inserted into the boss hole of the plastic enclosure 3) brass insert nut which is injection molded into the boss hole of the plastic enclosure The present disclosure contemplates that conventional screw mounting techniques as mentioned above may not be capable of facilitating mounting in an optimal manner. In one example, damage of the boss can be expected with repeated screwing and unscrewing (i.e., "wear and tear") in relation to the use of a self-tapping screw. In another example, inconsistencies (e.g., inconsistency in torque and/or process inconsistency) can be possible in relation to the use of a brass insert nut.

Therefore, the present disclosure contemplates that current screw mounting 5 techniques may be associated with one or more issues and may not be capable of facilitating mounting in an optimal manner, and there is a need to address (or at least mitigate) such an issue/issues.

Summary of the Invention

In accordance with an aspect of the disclosure, there is provided an apparatus which can be capable of being carried by a holder.

The apparatus can include a casing and internal threading, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The casing can carry at least one securing part. The internal threading can be capable of facilitating receipt and mating with a screw.

Moreover, the apparatus can be capable of being carried in a secure manner by the holder based on the at least one securing part.

It is generally contemplated that the apparatus can, for example, be capable of being press-fit into the holder, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Moreover, the apparatus can, for example, be substantially made from plastic, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

In one embodiment, the casing can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to carry a plurality of securing parts. The plurality of securing parts can include at least one of at least one crush rib feature and at least one overlap feature (i.e., one or both of at least one crush rib feature and at least one overlap feature; at least one crush rib feature and/or at least one overlap feature).

Moreover, in one embodiment, the casing is shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that a first end and a second end are defined. The first and second ends can be spaced apart such that the at least one side can be defined. The crush rib feature(s) can be carried by the at least one side. Additionally, the first end can be opposite the second end, and at least one overlap feature can be carried by at least one of the first end and the second end (i.e., at least one overlap feature can be carried by one or both of the first end and the second end; at least one overlap feature can be carried by the first end and/or the second end).

Furthermore, in one embodiment, the casing can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one side is defined and at least one crush rib can be carried by/at the at least one side. In another embodiment, the casing can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that a first end and a second end are defined, and at least one overlap feature can be capable of being carried by at least one of the first end and the second end (i.e., at least one overlap feature can be carried by one or both of the first end and the second end; at least one overlap feature can be carried by the first end and/or the second end).

It is further generally contemplated that the holder can include a body which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one engaging portion can be defined.

In one embodiment, the engaging portion(s) can include/correspond to at least one undercut feature which can be capable of engaging the at least one overlap feature.

Moreover, in one embodiment, the holder can include a body which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one internal wall can be defined. It is contemplated that, in one embodiment, the crush rib feature(s) can be capable of coming into contact with the internal wall.

It is contemplated that in the above manner, the screw can possibly be screwed and unscrewed in a manner which is analogous to a brass insert nut, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In this regard, the issue of "wear and tear" (e.g., in relation boss damage due to repeated screwing and unscrewing as discussed earlier with regard to self-tapping type screw) can possibly be mitigated.

Moreover, it is appreciable that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, the apparatus can be considered to be accommodated within the enclosure and the holder can substantially impede unintended rotation of the apparatus (i.e., when the apparatus is carried by the holder), thus torque consistency can be substantially maintained.

Furthermore, it is appreciable that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, as the apparatus can be coupled to the holder by manner of, for example, press-fit, manual insertion is possible to meet minimum insertion accuracy ist requirement(s). It is then possible that automation, for the purpose of insertion, which is not as economically feasible in comparison to manual insertion, need not be necessary.

Additionally, it can be appreciated that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, the apparatus can be conveniently replaced even in the event of damage (e.g., possible damage to the internal threading), as one (damaged) apparatus can be removed from the holder and replaced with another (undamaged) apparatus, if desired. Therefore, maintenance can be conveniently facilitated.

Generally, it is contemplated that, in the above manner, mounting can, for example, possibly be facilitated in a manner which is analogous to, for example, a brass nut insert having screwing capability, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Moreover, it can be appreciated that the apparatus can, in one embodiment, be considered to be positioned in a manner so as to be associable with a holding and/or securing force which can be horizontal/lateral with reference to a vertical load. In this manner, the apparatus can, for example, be considered to be secured and/or held in a different direction from a possible load which can be asserting a vertical force, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Accordingly, the possibility of the apparatus being dislodged due to such a vertical force can at least be reduced (or, preferably, eliminated), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

The above-described advantageous aspect(s) of the apparatus of the present disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of a below described assembly of the present disclosure. Likewise, all below described advantageous aspect(s) of the assembly of the disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of above described apparatus of the disclosure.

In accordance with an aspect of the disclosure, there is provided an assembly which can be suitable for facilitation of mounting. The assembly can, for example, include an apparatus and a holder, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

In one embodiment, the apparatus can include a casing carrying at least one securing part, and internal threading capable of facilitating receipt and mating with a screw.

In one embodiment, the holder can be shaped and dimensioned so as to be capable of carrying the apparatus. The apparatus can be capable of being carried in a secure manner by the holder based on the securing part(s).

It is further contemplated that, in one embodiment, the holder can include a body shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one engaging portion can be defined. The engaging portion(s) can include at least one undercut feature capable of engaging the overlap feature(s).

Moreover, in one embodiment, the holder can include a body which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one internal wall can be defined, and the crush rib feature(s) can be capable of coming into contact with the internal wall(s).

Furthermore, it is appreciable that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, as the apparatus can be coupled to the holder by manner of, for example, press-fit, manual insertion is possible to meet minimum insertion accuracy requirement(s). It is then possible that automation, for the purpose of insertion, which is not as economically feasible in comparison to manual insertion, need not be necessary.

Moreover, it can be appreciated that the apparatus can, in one embodiment, be considered to be positioned in a manner so as to be associable with a holding and/or securing force which can be horizontal/lateral with reference to a vertical load. In this manner, the apparatus can, for example, be considered to be secured and/or held in a different direction from a possible load which can be asserting a vertical force, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Accordingly, the possibility of the apparatus being dislodged due to such a vertical force can at least be reduced (or, preferably, eliminated), in accordance with an embodiment of the

disclosure.

Brief Description of the Drawings

Embodiments of the disclosure are described hereinafter with reference to the following drawings, in which: Fig. la and Fig. lb show an assembly which can include at least one apparatus, according to an embodiment of the disclosure; and Fig, 2a and Fig. 2b show the apparatus of Fig, 1 in further detail, according to an

zo embodiment of the disclosure.

Detailed Description

The present disclosure generally contemplates, in one embodiment, an internally threaded press fit nut (e.g., a plastic nut) which can be suitable for use with an enclosure (e.g., which can be carried by a vehicle) to facilitate mounting. For example, the enclosure can include a socket which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to accommodate the internally threaded press fit nut. Preferably, the internally threaded press fit nut can be pressed into the socket so as to create a mounting feature, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

The foregoing will be discussed in further detail with reference to Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 hereinafter.

Referring to Fig. la and Fig. 1 b, an assembly 100 is shown, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. Fig. la shows an example of an unassembled view 100a of the assembly 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, and Fig. lb shows an example of an assembled view 100b of the assembly 100, in

accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

The assembly 100 can, for example, be suitable for use in connection with/be associated with a vehicle (not shown), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Specifically, the assembly 100 can be suitable for the facilitation of mounting. More specifically, the assembly 100 can be suitable for the facilitation of mounting of an enclosure which can, for example, be carried by a vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

In accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, the assembly 100 can include any one of an apparatus 102, a holder 104, an enclosure 106, a bracket 108 and a screw 110, or any combination thereof.

In one example the assembly 100 can include the apparatus 102 and the holder 104, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In another example, the assembly 100 can include the apparatus 102, the holder 104 and the enclosure 106, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In yet another example, the assembly 100 can include the apparatus 102, the holder 104, the enclosure 106 and the bracket 108, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In yet a further example, the assembly 100 can include the apparatus 102, the holder 104, the enclosure 106, the bracket 108 and the screw 110, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

The present disclosure contemplates that, in one embodiment, the assembly 100 can possibly include the apparatus 102, the holder 104, the enclosure 106, the bracket 108 and the screw 110.

Generally, the apparatus 102 can, for example, be coupled to the holder 104. Further generally, the holder 104 can, for example, be coupled to the enclosure 106. Yet further generally, the bracket 108 can, for example, be coupled to the enclosure 106. Coupling between the enclosure 106 and the bracket 108 can, for example, be facilitated by the screw 110.

In a specific example, the holder 104 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to be capable of accommodating the apparatus 102. The apparatus 102 can, for example, be press-fit into the holder 104 as illustrated by arrows 112a. In this regard, the holder 104 can be capable of carrying the apparatus 102. Furthermore, the enclosure 106 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one enclosure opening 106a can be defined, and the bracket 108 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one bracket opening 108a can be defined. In this specific example, it is contemplated that the screw 110 can facilitate coupling between the enclosure 106 and the bracket 108 via the enclosure opening(s) 106a and the bracket opening(s) 108a as illustrated by arrow 112b. Moreover, the assembly 100 can, for example, be coupled to the vehicle (e.g., body of the vehicle) via the bracket 108 (e.g., by manner of screwing etc.).

As will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig. 2, it is contemplated that the apparatus 102 can be carried by the holder 104 in a secure manner. Specifically, it is contemplated that the apparatus 102 can be securely carried by the holder 104 in a manner so as to remain substantially in position. Additionally, the apparatus 102 can be internally threaded in a manner so as to be capable of receiving and mating with the screw 110.

In view of the foregoing, it is appreciable that the present disclosure generally contemplates an assembly 100 which can be suitable for facilitation of mounting. The assembly 100 can, for example, include an apparatus 102 and a holder 104, in 30 accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

In one embodiment, the apparatus 102 can, as will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig. 2, include a casing carrying at least one securing part, and internal threading capable of facilitating receipt and mating with a screw 110.

In one embodiment, the holder 104 can be shaped and dimensioned so as to be capable of carrying the apparatus 102. The apparatus 102 can be capable of being carried in a secure manner by the holder 104 based on the securing part(s).

In one embodiment, the casing, as will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig. 2, can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to carry a plurality of securing parts. The plurality of securing parts can include at least one of at least one crush rib feature and at least one overlap feature (i.e., one or both of at least one crush rib feature and at least one overlap feature; at least one crush rib feature and/or at least one overlap feature).

It is further contemplated that, in one embodiment, the holder 104 can, as will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig. 2, include a body shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one engaging portion can be defined. The engaging portion(s) can include at least one undercut feature capable of engaging the overlap feature(s).

Moreover, in one embodiment, the holder 104 can, as will be discussed later in further detail with reference to Fig. 2, include a body which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one internal wall can be defined, and the crush rib feature(s) can be capable of coming into contact with the internal wall(s).

It is contemplated that in the above manner, the screw 110 can possibly be screwed and unscrewed in a manner which is analogous to a brass insert nut, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In this regard, the issue of "wear and tear' (e.g., in relation boss damage due to repeated screwing and unscrewing as discussed earlier with regard to self-tapping type screw) can possibly be mitigated.

Moreover, it is appreciable that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, the apparatus 102 can be considered to be accommodated within the enclosure 106 and the holder 104 can substantially impede unintended rotation of the apparatus 102 (i.e., when the apparatus 102 is carried by the holder 104), thus torque consistency can be substantially maintained.

Furthermore, it is appreciable that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, as the apparatus 102 can be coupled to the holder 104 by manner of, for example, press-fit, manual insertion is possible to meet minimum insertion accuracy requirement(s). It is then possible that automation, for the purpose of insertion, which is not as economically feasible in comparison to manual insertion, need not be necessary.

Additionally, it can be appreciated that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, the apparatus 102 can be conveniently replaced even in the event of damage (e.g., possible damage to the internal threading), as one (damaged) apparatus 102 can be removed from the holder 104 and replaced with another (undamaged) apparatus 102, if desired. Therefore, maintenance can be conveniently facilitated.

Moreover, it can be appreciated that the apparatus 102 can, in one embodiment, be considered to be positioned in a manner so as to be associable with a holding and/or securing force which can be horizontal/lateral (e.g., as can be illustrated per arrow 112b) with reference to a vertical load (e.g., a downward type force as can be illustrated per arrow(s) 112a). In this manner, the apparatus 102 can, for example, be considered to be secured and/or held in a different direction from a possible load which can be asserting a vertical force, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Accordingly, the possibility of the apparatus 102 being dislodged due to such a vertical force can at least be reduced (or, preferably, eliminated), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

The above-described advantageous aspect(s) of the assembly 100 of the present disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of a below described apparatus 102 of the present disclosure. Likewise, all below described advantageous aspect(s) of the apparatus 102 of the disclosure can also apply analogously (all) the aspect(s) of above described assembly 100 of the disclosure.

The aforementioned apparatus(es) 102 will be discussed in further detail with reference to Fig. 2 hereinafter.

Referring to Fig. 2a and Fig. 2b, an apparatus 102 is shown in further detail in the context of an example implementation 200, according to an embodiment of the disclosure. Fig. 2a shows a first view 200a in association with the example implementation 200, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Fig. 2b shows a second view 200b in association with the example implementation 200, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

In the example implementation 200, the apparatus 102 can correspond to an internally threaded press fit nut (e.g., a plastic nut) which can be suitable for use with an enclosure (e.g., which can be carried by a vehicle) to facilitate mounting, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Additionally, the internally threaded press fit nut can, for example produced using plastic injection molding-based techniques. Moreover, the holder 104 can, for example, correspond to a socket which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to accommodate the internally threaded press fit nut.

As mentioned earlier, preferably, the internally threaded press fit nut can be pressed into the socket so as to create a mounting feature, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In this regard, it is appreciable that, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure, the apparatus 102 and the holder 106 can, in combination, correspond to a feature which can facilitate mounting (e.g., a mounting feature).

Further mentioned earlier, the assembly 100, in one example, can include the apparatus 102 and the holder 104, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. It is appreciable that the assembly 100 which, in one embodiment, can include the apparatus 102 and the holder 104, can, for example, correspond to a mounting feature.

Referring to Fig. 2a and Fig. 2b, in the example implementation 200, the apparatus 102 can include a casing 202 which can be internally threaded 204 (i.e., also referable to as internal threading 204). The casing 202 can carry one or more securing parts 206.

The casing 202 can, for example, be formed of a plastic-based material, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. For example, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one side can be defined and opposing ends can be defined (e.g., two opposite ends of the casing 202). Moreover, as an example, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that the internal threading 204 can be defined, in accordance with an

embodiment of the disclosure.

The internal threading 204 can facilitate receipt and mating with the screw 110. Specifically, the screw 110 can be either screwed into the apparatus 102 (e.g., in a direction as depicted by arrow 112b, as discussed earlier with reference to Fig. 1 a) or unscrewed from the apparatus 102 (e.g., in a direction opposing the direction as depicted by arrow 112b, as discussed earlier with reference to Fig. la), in view of the internal threading 204 The securing part(s) 206 can facilitate secure positioning. Specifically, the securing part(s) 206 can facilitate the apparatus 102 being securely carried by the holder 104 in a manner so as to remain substantially in position. The securing part(s) 206 can include one or both of at least one crush rib feature and at least one overlap feature (i.e., the securing part(s) 206 can include crush rib feature(s) and/or overlap feature(s)). In one example, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that a plurality of crush rib features can be defined at one side of the casing 202. In another example, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that an overlap feature can be defined at opposing ends of the casing 202 (i.e., the opposing ends of the casing 202 can each carry an overlap feature). In yet another example, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that the at least one crush rib feature can be defined at one or more sides of the casing 202 and/or at least one overlap feature can be defined at one or more ends of the casing 202. In one specific example, the casing 202 can carry a plurality of crush rib features at one of its sides and each end (i.e., opposing ends) can carrying an overlap feature.

Moreover, referring to Fig. 2a and Fig. 2b, in the example implementation 200, the holder 104 can include a body 208 which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that one or more engaging portions 210 can be defined. The body 208 can be further shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that one or more internal walls 212 can be defined.

The engaging portion(s) 210 can, for example, include one or more undercut features which can be configured to engage the aforementioned overlap feature(s). For example, when the apparatus 102 is carried by the holder 104, the engaging portion(s) 210 can include a first undercut feature and a second undercut feature which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to, respectively, engage a first overlap feature (e.g., defined at one end of the casing 202) and a second overlap feature (e.g., defined at another end of the casing 202). In this manner, it is appreciable that the apparatus 102 can possibly be securely carried by the holder 104.

With regard to the internal wall(s) 212, it is contemplated that the aforementioned crush rib feature(s) can come into contact with the internal wall(s) 212 and impede undesired movement (e.g., undesired rotation) of the apparatus 102 after being, for example, press-fit into the holder 104. In this manner, it is appreciable that the apparatus 102 can possibly be securely carried by the holder 104.

In view of the foregoing, it is appreciable that the present disclosure generally 5 contemplates an apparatus 102 which can be capable of being carried by a holder 104.

The apparatus 102 can include a casing 202 and internal threading 204, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The casing 202 can carry at least one securing part 206. The internal threading 204 can be capable of facilitating receipt and mating with a screw 110. Moreover, the apparatus 102 can be capable of being carried in a secure manner by the holder 104 based on the at least one securing part 206.

It is generally contemplated that the apparatus 102 can, for example, be capable of being press-fit into the holder 104, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Moreover, the apparatus 102 can, for example, be substantially made from plastic, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

In one embodiment, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to carry a plurality of securing parts 206. The plurality of securing parts 206 can include at least one of at least one crush rib feature and at least one overlap feature (i.e., one or both of at least one crush rib feature and at least one overlap feature; at least one crush rib feature and/or at least one overlap feature).

Moreover, in one embodiment, the casing 202 is shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that a first end and a second end are defined. The first and second ends can be spaced apart such that the at least one side can be defined (e.g., at least one side can be defined between the first and second ends). The crush rib feature(s) can be carried by the at least one side. Additionally, the first end can be opposite the second end, and at least one overlap feature can be carried by at least one of the first end and the second end (i.e., at least one overlap feature can be carried by one or both of the first end and the second end at least one overlap feature can be carried by the first end and/or the second end).

Furthermore, in one embodiment, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one side is defined and at least one crush rib can be carried by/at the at least one side. In another embodiment, the casing 202 can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that a first end and a second end are defined, and at least one overlap feature can be capable of being carried by at least one of the first end and the second end (i.e., at least one overlap feature can be carried by one or both of the first end and the second end; at least one overlap feature can be carried by the first end and/or the second end).

It is further generally contemplated that the holder 104 can include a body 208 which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one engaging portion is 210 can be defined.

Moreover, in one embodiment, the holder 104 can include a body 208 which can be shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one internal wall 212 can be defined. It is contemplated that, in one embodiment, the crush rib feature(s) can be capable of coming into contact with the internal wall 212.

It is contemplated that in the above manner, the screw 110 can possibly be screwed and unscrewed in a manner which is analogous to a brass insert nut, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. In this regard, the issue of "wear and tear" (e.g., in relation boss damage due to repeated screwing and unscrewing as discussed earlier with regard to self-tapping type screw) can possibly be mitigated.

Generally, it is contemplated that, in the above manner, mounting can, for example, possibly be facilitated in a manner which is analogous to, for example, a brass nut insert having screwing capability, in accordance with an embodiment of the

disclosure.

Moreover, it can be appreciated that the apparatus 102 can, in one embodiment, be considered to be positioned in a manner so as to be associable with a holding and/or securing force which can be horizontal/lateral (e.g., as can be illustrated per arrow 112b) with reference to a vertical load (e.g., a downward type force as can be illustrated per arrow 112a). In this manner, the apparatus 102 can, for example, be considered to be secured and/or held in a different direction from a possible load which can be asserting a vertical force, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Accordingly, the possibility of the apparatus 102 being dislodged due to such a vertical force can at least be reduced (or, preferably, eliminated), in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

It should be appreciated that the embodiments described above can be combined in any manner as appropriate (e.g., one or more embodiments as discussed in the "Detailed Description" section can be combined with one or more embodiments as described in the "Summary of the Invention" section).

It should be further appreciated by the person skilled in the art that variations and combinations of embodiments described above, not being alternatives or substitutes, may be combined to form yet further embodiments.

In one example, the holder 104 can be integral to the enclosure 106 and the holder 104 and the enclosure 106 can be considered to be a single unit/device.

In another example, the holder 104 can be considered to be a modular unit which is separate from the enclosure 106. The holder 104 can, for example, correspond to a modular unit which can be coupled (e.g., by manner of gluing and/or screwing etc.) to the enclosure 106.

In yet another example, any one of the aforementioned enclosure 106, bracket 108 and screw 110, or any combination thereof, can be omitted from the assembly 100 (i.e., the enclosure 106, the bracket 108 and/or the screw 110 can possibly be omitted from the assembly 100). For example, the assembly 100 can, in one embodiment, include only the apparatus 102 and the holder 104 (i.e., the enclosure 106, the bracket 108 and the screw 110 can be omitted, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure).

In yet a further example, the present disclosure contemplates a method (not shown) for facilitation of securing, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The method can be associated with the assembly 100. The method can include providing the apparatus 102 and providing the holder 104, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. The method can further include coupling the apparatus 102 and the holder 104 in a manner such that the apparatus 102 can be securely carried by the holder 104. As an option, the method can further include providing any one of the aforementioned enclosure 106, bracket 108 and screw 110, or any combination thereof, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

In yet a further additional example, it can be appreciated that the apparatus 102 and 5 the holder 104 can each include an opening such that when the apparatus 102 is carried by the holder 104, the openings of the apparatus 102 and the holder 104 can be aligned so that the screw 110 can be capable of being screwed into the internal threading 204. Additionally, in one embodiment, it is appreciable that when assembled (e.g., as shown in Fig. 1b), the openings of the apparatus 102 and the holder 104, the enclosure opening 106a and the bracket opening 108a can be aligned so that the screw 110 can be capable of being screwed into the internal threading 204.

In the foregoing manner, various embodiments of the disclosure are described for addressing at least one of the foregoing disadvantages. Such embodiments are intended to be encompassed by the following claims, and are not to be limited to specific forms or arrangements of parts so described and it will be apparent to one skilled in the art in view of this disclosure that numerous changes and/or modification can be made, which are also intended to be encompassed by the following claims.

Claims

Claim(s) 1. An apparatus (102) capable of being carried by a holder (104), the apparatus (102) comprising: a casing (202) carrying at least one securing part (206) and comprising internal threading (204) capable of facilitating receipt and mating with a screw (110), wherein the apparatus (102) is capable of being carried in a secure manner by the holder (104) based on the at least one securing part (206).
2. The apparatus (102) according to claim 1, wherein the casing (202) is shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to carry a plurality of securing parts (206), and wherein the plurality of securing parts (206) include at least one of: at least one crush rib feature. and at least one overlap feature.
3. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the casing (202) is shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that a first end and a second end are defined, the first and second ends being spaced apart such that the at least one side is defined, the at least one crush rib feature being carried by the at least one side, and wherein the first end is opposite the second end, and at least one overlap feature being carried by at least one of the first end and the second end.
4. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the casing (202) is shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one side is defined, the at least one crush rib being carried at the at least one side.
The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the casing (202) is shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that a first end and a second end are defined, and wherein at least one overlap feature is capable of being carried by at least one of the first end and the second end.
6. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the holder (104) comprises a body (208) shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one engaging portion (210) is defined
7. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one engaging portion comprises at least one undercut feature capable of engaging the at least one overlap feature.
8. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the holder (104) comprises a body 208 shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one internal wall (212) is defined.
9. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one crush rib feature is capable of coming into contact with the at least one internal wall (212).
10. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the apparatus (102) is capable of being press-fit into the holder (104).
11. The apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the apparatus (102) is substantially made from plastic.
12. An assembly (100) suitable for facilitation of mounting, the assembly comprising: an apparatus (102) according to any of the preceding claims, the apparatus (102) comprising: a casing (202) carrying at least one securing part (206); and internal threading (204) capable of facilitating receipt and mating with a screw (110), and a holder (104) according to any of the preceding claims, the holder (104) being shaped and dimensioned so as to be capable of carrying the apparatus (102), wherein the apparatus (102) is capable of being carried in a secure manner by the holder (104) based on the at least one securing part (206).
13. The assembly (100) according to claim 12, wherein the casing (202) is shaped and dimensioned in a manner so as to carry a plurality of securing parts (206), and wherein the plurality of securing parts (206) include at least one of: at least one crush rib feature. and at least one overlap feature.
14. The assembly (100) according to claim 12 or claim 13, wherein the holder (104) comprises a body (208) shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one engaging portion (210) is defined, and wherein the at least one engaging portion comprises at least one undercut feature capable of engaging the at least one overlap feature.
15. The assembly (100) according to any one of claims 12 to 14, wherein the holder (104) comprises a body 208 shaped and dimensioned in a manner such that at least one internal wall (212) is defined, and wherein the at least one crush rib feature is capable of coming into contact with the at least one internal wall (212).