Compact lockbolt swage end effector with collar pickup and retention jaws
US11926040B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 12, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 16, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B19/1063
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A lockbolt swage end effector incorporates a swage tool engaged by a connector assembly to a frame. The frame is attached to a robotic manipulator. A jaw assembly is supported on a mounting assembly, the jaw assembly having opposing articulating jaws forming a recess to engage a collar in a closed position in alignment with a swage puller and die in the swage tool. The articulating jaws release the collar in an open position for operation of the swage tool.
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