Tool force transmitting method and apparatus
US6928739B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 20, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26B17/003
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for transmitting a force around a corner is provided. The apparatus includes a force transmitter comprising a first and second rounded end, a connecting member connecting the first and second rounded ends having a smaller diameter than the first and second rounded ends. The method for transmitting a force around a corner comprises the steps of urging a force transmitter in one direction, transmitting the force from the force transmitter and a second direction wherein the force transmitter has two rounded ends and a connecting portion having a lesser diameter than either rounded end.
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