Floating instrument insert for a tool
US6899174B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 2, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 18, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B17/028
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An instrument insert for a tool of the type comprising an inner member extending within an outer member, the inner and outer members being capable of relative longitudinal movement. The insert includes a first insert portion comprising a first instrument component of an instrument, a second insert portion comprising a second instrument component of the instrument and a coupling mechanism for connecting the first and second insert portions and for maintaining the first and second insert portions in a fixed relative longitudinal position. Further, the first and second insert portions are each adapted to be connected with one of the inner and outer members and the insert is adapted for mounting within the tool at a radial position between the inner and outer members such that the insert is capable of longitudinal movement relative to at least one of the inner and outer members.
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