Automated balance-weight applicator
US10215657B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 30, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1085
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A weight applicator system includes a shaft, an applicator assembly, and a weight feed assembly. The shaft defines a length between a proximal end and a distal end configured to support a wheel-tire assembly for common rotation about a longitudinal axis of the shaft. The applicator assembly is supported by the shaft and includes a base portion disposed upon the shaft and operable to translate axially along the length of the shaft, a radial portion connected to the base portion and operable to radially move relative to the base portion between a retracted position and an extended position; and a pressure roller rotatably supported by the radial portion about an axis of rotation. The weight feed assembly is operable to feed a prescribed length of weighted material to the pressure roller.
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