Work piece holder having top mounted robot and method of use
US6921011B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 10, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 26, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J9/0096
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a work piece holder with top mounted robot which optimizes floor space for a work piece positioner and a robot. In general, the work piece positioner assembly and the top mounted robot is supported on a base frame. Attached to the base frame, is a first superstructure and a second superstructure which supports a work piece positioner and the top mounted robot. Above the first superstructure and second superstructure is a frame structure fixed in the unitary assembly to the first superstructure and the second superstructure. Attached to the frame structure is a robot stand and a robot. Due to the unique shape of the work piece holder with top mounted robot, the floor space of the combined robot and work piece positioner is significantly reduced, and the overall cost of the system is reduced.
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