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Cutting tool and method and apparatus for making the same

US6602029B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 5, 2000
Grant dateAug 5, 2003
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T408/9097
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A cutting tool has a flute and land, which follow a helix angle, wherein the flute and land are connected to one another with a convex heel to provide a smooth contour to the tool surface and to provide improved performance. A grinding wheel for producing a cutting tool, along with a method for using such a grinding wheel, is also disclosed. Finally, a crush roll for dressing such a grinding wheel is also disclosed.

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