CPC F16B 39/24 (2013.01) [B64D 45/02 (2013.01); F16B 33/004 (2013.01); F16B 37/14 (2013.01)] | 20 Claims |
1. A cap system for enclosing a metallic fastener assembly extending through a structure, comprising:
a first securement mechanism positioned about a periphery of a washer of the metallic fastener assembly, wherein the first securement mechanism comprises a first tab member extending in a direction transverse to a plane of a surface of the washer and a second tab member extending in a direction transverse to the plane of the surface of the washer spaced apart from the first tab member about the periphery of the washer; and
a cap member comprising:
a sidewall having an inner surface which defines a cavity dimensioned to receive the washer and defines a second securement mechanism complementary configured to engage the first securement mechanism positioned about the periphery of the washer; and
an end of the sidewall of the cap member defines an opening which provides the washer to have access into the cavity; and
wherein the first and second tab members each comprise a plurality of grooves that face outwardly toward the inner surface of the sidewall.
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