| 摘要 |
<p>A connecting block including at least one socket for receiving and releasably engaging an elementary rod is provided. The socket includes at least one spline disposed about the socket opening. The rod is forced into the socket such that it deforms around the one or more splines to accommodate the splines and that the rod is rotationally prevented with respect to the socket. A stopper including a channel for receiving and releasably engaging an elementary rod is further provided. The channel includes a ridge disposed in a plane substantially perpendicular to the central axis of the channel. The rod is forced into the channel such that it deforms around the ridge to accommodate the ridge and that the rod is prevented from sliding with respect to the channel.</p> |
