Contour follower device, in particular for eyeglass frames
US5121548A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 3, 1990 |
| Grant date | Jun 16, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB24B9/144
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A contour follower device suitable for reading off the contour of eyeglass frame rims or surrounds includes a support table with holding means for supporting the article whose contour is to be read off. A feeler has a rotatable contact head adapted to be applied to the article and is carried by a carriage which is movable relative to the support table. The contact head is rotated by rotational drive means such as a motor-gearbox unit.
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