Rotary tool for remote power line operations
US11839962B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 28, 2022 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G1/02
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Rotary tools for operating on energized power lines are described herein. The rotary tool may be used to manipulate wire ties wrapped around the conductors and to clean the conductors. The rotary tool may comprise a planetary gear set. A ring gear may comprise a receiving portion through which an end of the wire tie is received and, as the ring gear rotates, the wire tie is fed through the receiving portion and unwound about the conductor. A spring-loaded rod assembly may also be used, having a rod that is kept proximal to the conductor by the spring. The rod may be inserted between the conductor and the wire tie and rotated along with the ring gear to unwind the wire tie. The rod may comprise wire bristles to abrade corrosive material off the conductor. The rotary tool may be remotely operated by a robotic unit.
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