Flexible part-centering pneumatic gripper
US4697839A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 28, 1986 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J15/0266
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides an end of arm tooling device (EOAT) for a robotic arm. The present invention may be adjusted to modify the gripping force exerted by the EOAT without a change of force by the actuator. The present invention also provides an EOAT which can be adjusted to handle workpieces of various dimensions and shapes.
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