Systems and methods for forming tapered holes in workpieces
US11364553B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 17, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 21, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23Q11/0046
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A robotic forming system and method for forming a tapered hole in a workpiece include a housing and a nose extending from the housing. The housing defines an internal chamber. A vacuum gate is in fluid communication with an internal cavity of the nose. A seal is within the nose. A first spindle includes a first operative head. The first spindle is retained within the internal chamber. The first spindle is configured to be moved between a first stowed position within the housing and a first operating position in which the first operative head extends into the nose. The first operative head is configured to form an initial hole within the workpiece. A second spindle includes a second operative head. The second spindle is retained within the internal chamber. The second spindle is configured to be moved between a second stowed position within the housing and a second operating position in which the second operative head extends into the nose. The second operative head is configured to modify the initial hole to form a tapered hole.
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