Electric tool with microcomputer
US4410846A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 21, 1980 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 1983 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T408/21
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Speed regulation, either closed loop or open loop, in a hand-held electric tool such as a drill, a miller, a saw or, in particular, combination tools for home use, is carried out by use of a microcomputer. Then-present operating conditions such as the speed of the drill bit, the direction of rotation of the bit, the presently engaged gear, etc. are indicated by a display which has a plurality of fields which are selectively lit. Alternatively, the display can include a seven-segment indicator for displaying the speed. Overload indication is also furnished, as is an automatic shutoff when the motor current exceeds its nominal value. The display, overload indication and shutoff, etc. are all computer-controlled.
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