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Position detection apparatus along with a track rail unit and guide unit on which it is equipped

US5842283A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 6, 1996
Grant dateDec 1, 1998
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Expiry dateAug 6, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01D5/34753
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A position detection apparatus having a scale with resilient engaging portions that attach to a lower surface of the scale and engage insertion holes in a track rail into which fastening members are inserted for fixing the track rail to a bed. Also, a track rail unit that includes the position detection apparatus, and a guide unit that includes the track rail unit.

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