Pnuematic fastening tool with wireless sensor package
US12036649B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 5, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 5, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L67/12
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pneumatic fastener driving tool is provided with a sensor package. A first portion of the sensor package is mounted in the handle of the tool, with a data cable running to a second portion of the sensor package mounted to an external cylinder wall of the working cylinder. A second portion includes at least one sensor to monitor piston operating cycles and other tool statistics. An antenna exiting the first portion of the sensor package and is threaded through the tool's outer housing to provide a clear radio signal to an external computer. The antenna allows wireless access to download information gathered by the sensors, or to upload new software instructions.
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