Quick connection mating part coupler
US5156481A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 1989 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/593
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A coupler body 12 with a socket 44 therein is attached to nuclear stream generator tools to be mated with an arm 22 of a remotely controlled manipulator. A plug 16 for insertion in socket 44 is mounted with a ball detent lock actuating air cylinder 18 on L-shaped bracket 20 attached to the end of arm 22. Cam surfaces 62 on body 12 and 64 on bracket 20 align the plug 16 and socket 44 for insertion to mate and couple the tools and arm 22.
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