Distal end honing device
US6585571B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB24B33/085
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Honing devices configured for use with a source of pressurized fluid. The honing device includes a honing body with a base extending along an longitudinal axis. The base may include a distal end and a proximal end adapted for fluid communication with a source of pressurized fluid. The honing body further includes a plurality of leaves with a first end attached to the distal end of the base and a second end spaced from the distal end. The outer surface of at least one of the plurality of leaves includes an abrasive work engaging surface. Pressurized fluid may encourage the second end of at least one of the plurality of leaves to move away from the longitudinal axis in order to hone the interior surface of the workpiece. Methods of honing the interior surface of a bore hole are also provided.
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