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Annular tube-like driver

US4754538A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 16, 1987
Grant dateJul 5, 1988
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Expiry dateJan 16, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49865
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Annular tube-like driver for insertion into a tube insert which in turn is inserted into a tube. The driver is made of a shape-memory alloy which is capable of placing the tube insert in firm engagement with the inside of the tube.

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