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Coordination hole apparatus and methods of use

US7578044B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 21, 2005
Grant dateAug 25, 2009
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Expiry dateSep 18, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T408/554
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and methods for use are disclosed for coordinating a hole of one part with a hole of another part. The apparatus may include a base member, a pin member defined by a slot having a first length in one direction which is greater than a second length in a second direction, and an index member extending beyond an end of the base member. The index member may be adapted to position the first length of the slot in a position parallel to a datum of a part being joined by the apparatus. During operation, a portion of the pin member may be inserted in a hole of one part. The slot may be at least partially aligned with a second, smaller hole in another part.

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