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Method and apparatus for retaining a tool in a tool holder with defined contact surfaces

US11524341B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 2022
Grant dateDec 13, 2022
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Expiry dateApr 8, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T279/17957
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A plurality of friction rods each of which is positioned in a hole around the retaining bore with a portion of each of the plurality of friction rods partially protruding into the retaining bore for directly engaging the shank of the tool for holding the shank of the tool in the retaining bore at the defined contact surfaces.

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