Systems and methods for retracting a tool bit
US10589391B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 27, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60G2206/92
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hold and drive tool for driving a target nut on a target threaded stud is provided. The target threaded stud includes a first end, a second end, and a recess defined within the first end. The hold and drive tool includes a motorized drive unit, a drive head portion coupled to the motorized drive unit and comprising: a socket; a non-rotatable torque arrest member substantially aligned with a central axis of the socket; and a retracting mechanism coupled to the non-rotatable torque arrest member and configured to move the non-rotatable torque arrest member, relative to the socket, along the central axis of the socket.
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