Track assembly having moveable fastening mechanism
US6378197B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 13, 1999 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53543
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automated fastening apparatus that includes a moveable fastening device. The fastening device is preferred provided on a platform that is moveably mounted to a linearly disposed track. A drive mechanism moves the platform and fastening device along at least a portion of the track. A non-moveable fastening device and/or multiple moveable fastening devices may be provided. Portable and non-portable embodiments are disclosed as well as tilt control, electronic sensors and firing interval selection, amongst related features.
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