Gripper mounting bracket
US6578801B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 8, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/7062
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gripper or workpiece holder mounting bracket includes a center element and a pair of opposite end elements which are connectable to the center element via one or more fasteners. The mounting bracket defines a generally circular opening between the center element and one of the end elements and defines a second opening between the center element and other end element which has an arcuate or curved cross section, whereby a truncated spherical swivel member is pivotably secured therein when the bracket elements are secured together. The gripper or workpiece holder is pivotally secured within the generally circular opening, while the swivel member receives a generally cylindrical support structure therethrough. Adjustment of a clamping force at either or both of the openings of the mounting bracket may be accomplished via loosening of a single fastener.
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