Workpiece handling apparatus
US4439090A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 9, 1981 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23Q7/043
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A workpiece handling apparatus includes a workpiece gripper having gripping elements and capable of both internal and external gripping functions rotatably attached to a support arm of a manipulation system. The workpiece gripper is controlled by an actuator capable of overcoming spring tension which is applied to the gripping elements.
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