Knife sharpening systems
US11376713B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB24B3/54
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Knife sharpener systems and methods are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a knife sharpening system can include a support structure configured to hold a knife having a handle and a blade extending therefrom, and a carriage assembly mounted on the support structure. The carriage assembly can have a sharpening element that is configured to sharpen a cutting edge of the blade. The carriage assembly can be movable relative to the knife blade to cause the sharpening element to apply a force to the cutting edge of the knife blade.
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