Nub pattern connector system

Abstract

A nub-pattern or stud-pattern connecting system has at least two like connecting elements with structured surfaces which have a stud-like formation on one or both sides. The studs make a self-adjusting, form-fitting connection between the connecting elements of the stud-pattern connecting system when the connecting elements are pushed together.

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         41 . A nub grid connector system, comprising:
 at least two corresponding connecting elements with surfaces that have a nubbed structure formed with a plurality of nubs on one or both sides thereof;   said nubs being configured, upon being pressed together, to lock into a self-aligning, form-fitting connection between said connecting elements;   said nubs being threefold or fourfold segmented bodies of rotation and having at least an apex, conical sliding surfaces, and an undercut;   said nubs being disposed in rectangular or hexagonal grids at defined distances causing said nubs of the respective said connecting elements to interlock and become wedged or jammed into one another upon being joined, with individual said nubs merging geometrically in a lower part thereof.   
     
     
         42 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said threefold or fourfold segmented bodies of rotation are formed as a polygon beginning at the apex of each said segmented body, running at an angle a from the apex by a length A down to a right to form a first said sliding surface, then continuing at an angle  11  by a length B downward left, to the left, or upward left, to form said undercut, and finally running at an angle a by a length A down to the right to form a second said sliding surface. 
     
     
         43 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein a surface of said threefold segmented bodies of rotation is created by vertical rotation and simultaneous duplication about a vertical axis through a point of origin of a polygon by 360° in three angular steps of 120° each, where each new polygon formed in the process is joined to a respectively preceding polygon by geometric extrusion to create a two-dimensional structure, and edges of an upper portion of said threefold segmented bodies of rotation, formed of a first/upper sliding surface and said undercut, are trimmed radially symmetrically to cause this part of said nubs to assume a hexagonal shape when viewed from above. 
     
     
         44 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein a surface of said fourfold segmented bodies of rotation is created by vertical rotation and simultaneous duplication about a vertical axis through a point of origin of a polygon by 360° in four angular steps of 90° each, where each new polygon formed in the process is joined to a respectively preceding polygon by geometric extrusion to create a two-dimensional structure, and the edges of an upper portion of said fourfold segmented bodies of rotation, formed of a first/upper sliding surface and said undercut, are trimmed radially symmetrically to cause this part of said nubs to assume an octagonal shape when viewed from above. 
     
     
         45 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said connecting element is configured with a two-sided functionality with said connecting element having a nubbed structure on an upper face and on a lower face, wherein said nubbed structure of said upper face that is composed of threefold or fourfold segmented bodies of rotation, is duplicated vertically downward with an original surface and a duplicate thereof being kept at a distance at any point, and a solid is geometrically extruded between the two surfaces, designed in such a way that a horizontal section through the mass center of said connecting element will invariably lead to a continuous triangular or rectangular grid, and said bottom face is formed analogously of said upper face, and wherein said bottom face and said upper face constituting separate joining surfaces. 
     
     
         46 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said connecting elements are formed with two-sided functionality and said undercuts of said nubs are fashioned through bent-open straps in continuous sliding surfaces. 
     
     
         47 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said connecting elements are formed, upon being connected, to establish a positive locking form-fit with permanently closing and inseparable connection. 
     
     
         48 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said connecting elements are formed, upon being connected, to establish a positive locking form-fit with a separable connection. 
     
     
         49 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said nubs are formed with homogeneously structured engaging surfaces which, upon being connected, are in full contact with each other across areas of contact, and wherein cavities are formed in between the respective engaging surfaces that are aligned to the grid, spatially segregated, and isolated from one another. 
     
     
         50 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said homogeneously structured surfaces have air outlets formed therein. 
     
     
         51 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 50 , wherein said air outlets are located near the foot of said engaging nubs. 
     
     
         52 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , wherein said connecting elements are manufactured from materials having a sufficient dimensional stability and resilience and the material is chosen in accordance with requirements of a respective application. 
     
     
         53 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 52 , wherein said connecting elements are manufactured from mutually different materials. 
     
     
         54 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 52 , wherein said materials of said connecting elements are selected from the group consisting of hard plastic, soft plastic, synthetic foam, rubber, silicone, neoprene, metals and textile materials, homogeneously or as composites. 
     
     
         55 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 54 , wherein said connecting elements are composites formed with a basic body carrying a textile cover. 
     
     
         56 . A method for producing a connector system, the method comprising:
 providing a grid connector system having at least two structurally corresponding connecting elements with surfaces having a nubbed structure with nubs on one or both sides thereof, and wherein the nubs, when the connecting elements are pressed together, lock into a self-aligning, form-fitting connection;   engineering the nubs as threefold or fourfold segmented bodies of rotation each having an apex, conical sliding surfaces, and an undercut;   arranging the nubs in rectangular or hexagonal grids at such distances that the nubs of the respective connecting elements, when being joined to one another, interlock and become wedged or jammed, and forming the individual nubs with a lower part merging geometrically.   
     
     
         57 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , configured as a fastening element for sheet metal and hard plastics, as a system to attach tools to tool trays, as a connection element for pieces of apparel, as a connection element for medical applications and applications that are subject to increased hygiene standards. 
     
     
         58 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , configured as a fastening element in tape form. 
     
     
         59 . The nub grid connector system according to  claim 41 , configured as a fastening element weatherproof clothing and shoes.