Machine tool with an assembly configuration with a cantilevered tool
US10315255B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 13, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23Q2210/008
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A machine tool for carrying out operations on a part includes a longitudinal rail, a transverse arm, a module for connection between the transverse arm and the longitudinal rail, the module being fitted in translation on the longitudinal rail, a tool which is supported by the transverse arm, and a retention unit which is arranged at one end of the transverse arm, and includes at least one sucker. The machine tool has an assembly configuration—in which the retention unit and the tool are positioned respectively on both sides of the longitudinal rail, such that the tool is fitted cantilevered relative to the longitudinal rail. This provides the machine tool with great polyvalence, in that it makes it possible to carry out operations in areas which in particular have significant curvatures, which are difficult to access, or which are unsuitable for securing of the sucker(s) of the retention unit.
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