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Compact self-centering compliant joint

US11745363B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 2021
Grant dateSep 5, 2023
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Expiry dateMar 19, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25J17/0241
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A self-centering compliant joint for connecting an actuator and an effector, provides five degrees of freedom, minimizes the effects of side loads, transfers compressive loads into tensile loads on internal components, and self-centers.

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