Planetary reform roller and method of reforming a vessel cavity
US11154919B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 16, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 26, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 1, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H1/28
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for reforming a vessel cavity is provided that includes a central shaft, a central gear coupled to the central shaft, and a plurality of roller gears coupled to the central gear, with each of the plurality of roller gears having a central portion. A proximal support member couples the plurality of roller gears and at least one of the central gear and the central shaft. A plurality of rollers is also provided, each of the plurality of rollers connected to the central portion of each of the plurality of roller gears. In one form, at least one idler member is disposed between the plurality of rollers. A distal support member couples the plurality of rollers and at least one of the central gear and a translation member. Also, a stationary member is secured to a distal portion of the vessel cavity.
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