Optimized backing shifter for variable or multi-gauge tufting
US11802359B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2021 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD05C15/32
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Backing fabric shifting relative to needles and gauge parts for seizing yarns is utilized in a tufting machine having needle plate fingers or backing support that reciprocates in synchronization with the cycles of the needles to support the backing during penetration of the backing fabric while allowing backing shifts between stitches.
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