Single end servo motor driven scroll pattern attachment for tufting machine and computerized design system for tufting carpet
US6508185B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 26, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 26, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/23936
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a single end scroll-type yarn feed attachment for tufting machines characterized by an array of single end yarn drives operated by servo motor controllers, and methods of using such an attachment to create and tuft new carpet patterns.
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