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Oscillating mass-based tool with dual stiffness spring

US5848655A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 29, 1997
Grant dateDec 15, 1998
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Expiry dateMay 29, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25B21/02
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is a low reaction oscillating mass-based torquing tool wherein an oscillating mass is excited into near resonant oscillation by reversing pulses resulting in increased energy stored in oscillation about a dual stiffness spring which develops a higher torque output with the stiffer spring action in the tightening direction and hence tightens the fastener.

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