CLIAMS:1. A clamp assembly (100) comprising:
a clamp holder (200) configured to accommodate one or more specimens (400) to be joined; and
a clamp bracket assembly (300) that the clamp holder (200) is configured to arrest, wherein the clamp bracket assembly (300) exerts pressure on the one or more specimens (200) to enable a joint between the one or more specimens (400).

2. The clamp assembly of claim 1, wherein clamp bracket assembly (300) comprises a first component (302) integrated with a second component (350), and wherein the first component (302) comprises a clamp bracket (304) and a nut (306) mounted on the clamp bracket (304), and wherein the second component (350) comprises a push plate (352) having an aperture through which a bolt (356) passes and engages with the nut (306) of the first component (302).

3. The clamp assembly of claim 2, wherein the second component (350) further comprises a washer (354) configured with the aperture.

4. The clamp assembly of claim 2, wherein the bolt (356) is tightened when the one or more specimens (400) are configured inside the clamp holder (200) to enable the push plate (352) to exert pressure on the one or more specimens (400) to enable the joint.

5. The clamp assembly of claim 4, wherein while the bolt (356) is tightened, the clamp bracket (304) is pulled outwards.
,TagSPECI:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to a clamp assembly. In particular, the present disclosure relates to a clamp assembly for a hole less joint.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] There are many types of clamps (e. g. box clamps, c-clamps etc.) that are being used in various applications for joining/holding together two or more components. For instance, one exemplary configuration of an existing clamp is configured to hold the copper bar and flexible links for electrical joint, and another configuration can be used for copper-to-copper joints. Also, box clamps are being used in line with same concept. Existing technologies include nut and bolt joints, which require pre-punching on specimens. Existing clamp designs also require tolerances to be considered and well calculated.
[0004] There is therefore a need in the art for an improved clamp assembly that eliminates the punching requirement, which is otherwise required in conventional bolt and nut joints.
[0005] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply.
[0006] In some embodiments, the numbers expressing quantities of ingredients, properties such as concentration, reaction conditions, and so forth, used to describe and claim certain embodiments of the invention are to be understood as being modified in some instances by the term “about.” Accordingly, in some embodiments, the numerical parameters set forth in the written description and attached claims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by a particular embodiment. In some embodiments, the numerical parameters should be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Notwithstanding that the numerical ranges and parameters setting forth the broad scope of some embodiments of the invention are approximations, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as precisely as practicable. The numerical values presented in some embodiments of the invention may contain certain errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective testing measurements.
[0007] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of “a,” “an,” and “the” includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of “in” includes “in” and “on” unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0008] The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.
[0009] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified thus fulfilling the written description of all Markush groups used in the appended claims.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0010] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a clamp assembly that eliminates punching requirement, which is otherwise required in conventional bolt and nut joints.
[0011] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a clamp assembly that relaxes the tolerance parameter required in assemblies.
SUMMARY
[0012] The present disclosure generally relates to a clamp assembly. In particular, the present disclosure relates to a clamp assembly for a hole less joint.
[0013] According to one embodiment, the present disclosure provides a clamp assembly including a clamp holder that is configured to accommodate one or more specimens to be joined, and a clamp bracket assembly that the clamp holder is configured to arrest, wherein the clamp bracket assembly exerts pressure on the one or more specimens to enable a joint between the one or more specimens.
[0014] In an embodiment, the clamp bracket assembly can include a first component integrated with a second component, and wherein the first component includes a clamp bracket and a nut that is mounted on the clamp bracket, and bolt is first engaged in nut of the clamp and then arrested in the push plate along with appropriate washer, if needed. In yet another embodiment, the bolt can be tightened when the one or more specimens are configured inside the clamp holder to enable the push plate to exert pressure on the one or more specimens to enable the joint. According to another embodiment, while the bolt is tightened, the clamp bracket is pulled outwards.
[0015] Various objects, features, aspects and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.
[0017] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary assembly of specimens by means of the proposed clamp assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0018] FIG. 2 illustrates the proposed clamp assembly having clamp holder and a clamp bracket assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0019] FIG. 3 illustrates clamp holder of the proposed clamp assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0020] FIGs. 4(a) to 4(c) illustrate clamp bracket assembly of the proposed clamp assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0021] FIG. 5 illustrates another exemplary assembly of specimens by means of the proposed clamp assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0022] FIGs. 6(a) to 6(e) illustrate stepwise assembly of specimens by means of the proposed clamp assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0023] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[0024] Each of the appended claims defines a separate invention, which for infringement purposes is recognized as including equivalents to the various elements or limitations specified in the claims. Depending on the context, all references below to the "invention" may in some cases refer to certain specific embodiments only. In other cases it will be recognized that references to the "invention" will refer to subject matter recited in one or more, but not necessarily all, of the claims.
[0025] Various terms as used herein are shown below. To the extent a term used in a claim is not defined below, it should be given the broadest definition persons in the pertinent art have given that term as reflected in printed publications and issued patents at the time of filing.
[0026] Various embodiments and features shall now be described in detail with reference to drawings.
[0027] According to one embodiment, the present disclosure provides a clamp assembly including a clamp holder that is configured to accommodate one or more specimens to be joined, and a clamp bracket assembly that the clamp holder is configured to arrest, wherein the clamp bracket assembly exerts pressure on the one or more specimens to enable a joint between the one or more specimens.
[0028] In an embodiment, the clamp bracket assembly can include a first component integrated with a second component, and wherein the first component includes a clamp bracket and a nut that is mounted on the clamp bracket, and bolt is first engaged in nut of the clamp and then arrested in the push plate along with appropriate washer, if needed In yet another embodiment, the bolt can be tightened when the one or more specimens are configured inside the clamp holder to enable the push plate to exert pressure on the one or more specimens to enable the joint. According to another embodiment, while the bolt is tightened, the clamp bracket is pulled outwards.
[0029] With reference to FIGs. 1-6, in an aspect of the present disclosure, a clamp assembly (100) is provided and includes a clamp holder (200) that is configured to accommodate one or more specimens (400) to be joined. The assembly 100 can further include a clamp bracket assembly (300) that the clamp holder (200) is configured to arrest, wherein the clamp bracket assembly (300) exerts pressure on the one or more specimens (200) to enable a joint between the one or more specimens (400).
[0030] In an aspect, the clamp bracket assembly (300) can include a first component (302) that is integrated with a second component (350), wherein the first component (302) can include a clamp bracket (304) and a nut (306) mounted on the clamp bracket (304), and the second component (350) can include a push plate (352) having an aperture through which a bolt (356) passes and engages with the nut (306) of the first component (302).
[0031] In another aspect, the second component (350) can further include a washer (354) that is configured with the aperture. In yet another aspect, the bolt (356) can be tightened when the one or more specimens (400) are configured inside the clamp holder (200) to enable the push plate (352) to exert pressure on the one or more specimens (400) to enable the joint. In another aspect, while the bolt (356) is tightened, the clamp bracket (304) is pulled outwards.
[0032] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary assembly of specimens by means of the proposed clamp assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The present disclosure provides a neat and clean solution for making the joint, wherein the two specimens cannot/need not be pre-punched. The proposed clamp assembly 100 can be made up of different brackets, and a bolt, and a nut. In the FIG. 1, an instance of electrical joint of two conductors is shown, which are to be joined, wherein the conductors shown here are not punched at all. In an aspect, specimen 2 can be connected at any point of height of specimen 1, wherein the clamp assembly 100 of the present disclosure is mainly divided into two sub-assemblies, a clamp bracket assembly 300, and a clamp holder 200. In an aspect the clamp bracket assembly 300 can be made of a clamp bracket 304, a nut 306 mounted on the clamp bracket 304, and a bolt 356. During assembly, the clamp holder 200 can be held from behind the specimen 1, and the clamp bracket assembly 300 can be assembled from the other side. Thereafter, the bolt 356 can be used to tighten the clamp bracket assembly 300 over the clamp holder 200.
[0033] FIG. 2 illustrates the proposed clamp assembly 100 having clamp holder 200 and a clamp bracket assembly 300 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The figure therefore shows the clamp assembly 100 having the clamp bracket assembly 300 and the clamp holder 200 without specimens. FIG. 3 illustrates clamp holder 200 of the proposed clamp assembly 100 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein the clamp holder 200 can be used to arrest the clamp bracket assembly 300 while tightening. Clamp holder 200 facilitates accommodation of different cross sections /geometry of specimens 1 and 2. For an instance, the clamp holder 200 can be compatible with rectangular cross section of specimens 1 and 2.
[0034] FIGs. 4(a) to 4(c) illustrate clamp bracket assembly 300 of the proposed clamp assembly 100 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. In an aspect, function of the clamp bracket assembly 300 is to get arrested with the clamp holder 200 and exert pressure on the specimens 2. In an aspect, a sequence is to be followed for preparing the clamp bracket assembly 300, wherein, first, a nut 306 is mounted on clamp bracket 304 to form a first component 302 of the clamp bracket assembly 300. The second component 350 of the present clamp bracket assembly 300 can be formed by means of a push plate 352 having an aperture through which a bolt 356 passes. The bolt 356 passes to engage with a nut 306 of the first component 302. In an aspect, the second component 350 can further include a washer 354 that is configured with the aperture.
[0035] In an aspect, the clamp bracket assembly 300 can be arrested in clamp holder 200 along with both specimens. Thereafter, the bolt 356 can be tightened so that the push plate 352 exerts pressure on the specimen 2. In an aspect, the nut 306 can be mounted on the clamp bracket 304 such that when the bolt 356 is tightened, the push plate 352 exerts pressure on the specimen as the clamp bracket 304 is pulled outward, resulting to joint as shown in the Fig. 5.
[0036] FIGs. 6(a) to 6(e) illustrate stepwise assembly of specimens by means of the proposed clamp assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. At step 800, a first specimen 400 is held together with the clamp holder 200. At 820, the second specimen is associated with the clamp holder 200 at the desired height. Once should appreciate that although the present example is explained with reference to two specimens, any number of specimens can be incorporated in the present clamp assembly design and all structural variations are completely within the scope of the present disclosure.
[0037] At step 840, clamp bracket assembly 300 is prepared on the bench separately, and at 860, the clamp bracket assembly 300 is to be assembled with the clamp holder 200. Finally, at 880, the clamp bracket assembly 300 is mounted on the holder 200 and gets arrested therewith. The joint can be tightened by tightening the bolt 356 on the clamp bracket 304.
[0038] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the invention, other and further embodiments of the invention may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
[0039] The present disclosure provides a clamp assembly that eliminates punching requirement, which is otherwise required in conventional bolt and nut joints.
[0040] The present disclosure provides a clamp assembly that relaxes the tolerance parameter required in assemblies.