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Tool connecting device for robot hand

US6375378B1 · kind B1 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 5, 2000
Grant dateApr 23, 2002
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Expiry dateJul 5, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T403/592
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Roller member connectors facilitate quick change of tools used by robot hands. Each roller member includes a pair of projections on either side thereof. On the inner surface of each retainer opening, a pair of guide grooves are formed to guide the projections so that they are retained during operation.

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