Translation stop for use in power equipment
US7137326B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 28, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T83/7788
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Woodworking machines are disclosed having cutting tools movable into a cutting zone for cutting workpieces. The machines include a detection system adapted to detect one or more dangerous conditions between a person and the cutting tool, and a reaction system adapted to stop motion of the cutting tool into the cutting zone upon detection of the dangerous condition by the detection system.
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