Workpiece shaping apparatus
US4197770A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 1978 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T82/145
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A control apparatus for a shaping machine such as a lathe includes a positionable piston and cylinder assembly for driving the cutting tool toward the workpiece to establish cut depth. A feeler rides a pattern to limit cut depth and control cut shape. A plurality of cam-operated switches responsive to piston and cylinder assembly position controls cut depth in successive cycles until control is assumed by the feeler. The feeler operates switches and a control valve to permit close control of the shaping in accordance with the pattern.
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