Edge contouring system
US4993896A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 13, 1988 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T409/304144
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An edge contouring system for removing burrs from edges of precision parts. The system includes an industrial robot for moving a special piloted deburring tool along the part edges. A compliance device applies a constant force on the deburring tool to keep it in contact with the part edge, yet permits movement of the tool in a direction normal to the part surface to accommodate for irregularities in the part geometry. A pilot integral with the deburring tool limits penetration of the tool into the part edge.
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