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Robotic end effector quick change mechanism with switchable magnetic coupler

US10335958B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 8, 2016
Grant dateJul 2, 2019
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S901/44
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A robotic end effector quick change coupling apparatus employs a drive motor assembly having a center drive interface. A coupling component having a magnetic element extends from the drive motor assembly concentric with the center drive interface. An end effector tool has a drive connection adapted to removably receive the center drive interface. A mating coupling component having a mating magnetic element extends from the end effector tool concentric with the drive connection. The magnetic element and mating magnetic element are separably engaged by mutual magnetic attraction to couple the end effector to the drive motor assembly.

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