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Shoe trimming tool

US11970224B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 11, 2020
Grant dateApr 30, 2024
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2042

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D55/21
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A mining machine includes a frame having a guide rail, the guide rail having a central portion. The mining machine also includes a shoe having a recessed area that defines a roller path, the shoe further having a drive lug, wherein the central portion of the guide rail is configured to be disposed within the recessed area. The mining machine also includes a cutting tool coupled to the frame and positioned such that the cutting tool is configured to abrasively remove material from the drive lug as the drive lug passes by the cutting tool.

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