Linearly-actuated cryo-fluid connection (LACC) for manufacturing machines
US7290397B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 10, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16L47/24
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automatically actuated line connection and delivery system is disclosed for the delivery of a cryogenic fluid coolant to tools mounted on manufacturing machines such as vertical and horizontal machining centers, punching presses, thermal spray systems, welding systems, laser cutters, etc. The system includes a linearly-actuated, cryogenic fluid socket/plunger connection “(20)” with a differential, thermal contraction-controlled sealing mechanism, “(22,24)” as well as provisions for installing this connection on automated manufacturing machines “(60,84)” and integrating operation of the connection “(20)” with the manufacturing cycle controlled from a remote control panel “(70)”.
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