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Abrasive attachment system for rotative abrading applications

US5490808A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 30, 1995
Grant dateFeb 13, 1996
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24D11/00
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for abrading a workpiece. The apparatus includes an abrasive tape having a microstructured surface on the back face thereof, and a support shoe having a microstructured surface on an exposed pressure face. The two microstructured surfaces intermesh and resist displacement of the abrasive tape with respect to the pressure face as the workpiece is rotatively abraded.

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