Installation apparatus for pipe fittings and method of verifying proper installation
US12241569B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 2, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53065
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An installation apparatus for connecting a fluid fitting to a fluid element includes a tool mechanism having a first abutment surface and a second abutment surface that faces and is movable relative to the first abutment surface; a first sensor configured to detect a first property of the installation apparatus or fluid fitting and provide a first output corresponding to the first property; a second sensor configured to detect a second property of the installation apparatus or fluid fitting and provide a second output corresponding to the second property; and a processing unit that is configured to generate a first resulting data set based on the first output and second output, and compare the resulting data set with a first predetermined data set to determine if the first resulting data set is compliant with the first predetermined data set.
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