Fastener installation
US11571735B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B19/05
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for installing a fastener system. A position on a structure relative to an overhang on the structure is automatically sensed for installing a fastener system in a hole using an offset collar installer. The offset collar installer is moved about a rotation axis to the position such that a collar in the fastener system is held in the position over the hole. The offset collar installer is connected to a platform and rotatable about the rotation axis. The collar is fastened to an engagement feature for a bolt in the hole.
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