Fluid jet cutting systems, components and methods that facilitate improved work environments
US10493650B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 30, 2017 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB24C9/00
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Fluid jet systems, components and related methods are provided which are well adapted for processing workpieces under particularly work-friendly conditions. Embodiments include fluid jet systems and related methods that reduce, minimize or eliminate a gap between a workpiece being processed and jet receiving devices that receive and dissipate the energy of a fluid jet passing through the workpiece. Other embodiments include fluid jet systems and related methods involving fluid jet processing of workpieces in a submerged condition. Still further embodiments include fluid jet systems and related methods involving position and orientation adjustment of a fluid jet receptacle to coordinate the path of an incoming fluid jet with a central axis or other feature of the fluid jet receptacle.
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