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Apparatus for assembling rock bits

US4770068A · kind A · utility

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30Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 29, 1986
Grant dateSep 13, 1988
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Expiry dateOct 29, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K2101/002
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for supporting a rock bit during a welding operation for assembly or replacement of components thereon includes a swivel supporting a receptacle for the bit. The receptacle and swivel include a closed fluid system which attaches to the bit thereby allowing coolant fluid to flow through the bit during a welding operation and without regard to the angular positioning of the bit relative to the welding apparatus.

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