Method and apparatus for self-conforming support system
US6264187A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 1999 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B1/2421
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus are disclosed for a flexible support system using elongated support members to support a face of a module. The flexible support member(s) are arranged through a primary member with apertures, where the elongated support members are automatically returned to a home position by a self restoring mechanism, the position of the elongated support members are adjusted by the contacting forces applied by bringing the module and the flexible support apparatus together, then applying a clamping force to secure the elongated support members where the elongated support members can sustain the loads applied onto a module during an assembly process.
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