Device for distributing parts singly and a device for storing these parts
US6260734A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 13, 1996 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23P19/003
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for dispensing single components, in particular rivets of different shapes and sizes, wherein the rivets are conveyed to a riveting station one by one in a given direction along a path; the rivets are moved along and within an elastic sheath (11) by a pressure source (P); the device also includes a device for storing the components and includes a holder (24) for feeding the components one by one to the elastic sheath (11); the device provides for the uniform and steady feeding of rivets to riveting machines such as are used in the aircraft industry.
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