System for grinding a workpiece
US5359814A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 1992 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/50214
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A machine for regrinding components of a constant velocity universal joint is disclosed. The machine contains (1) a chuck mechanism and an adaptor for mounting a component in the chuck mechanism, (2) a grinding bit comprised of a grinding tip, an arbor, and means for removably attaching the grinding tip to the arbor, (3) a rotatable support means for supporting the chuck mechanism, (4) a high speed spindle, (5) a means for adjusting the position of the spindle in the Y axis to move the spindle in and out, (6) means for injecting nonaqueous lubricant onto the grinding bit, and (7) means for purifying contaminated nonaqueous lubricant.
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