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Brake mechanism for power equipment

US7788999B2 · kind B2 · utility

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16Claims
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Filing dateApr 10, 2006
Grant dateSep 7, 2010
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Expiry dateSep 17, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T83/8773
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Woodworking machines are disclosed having cutting tools adapted to cut workpieces. The machines include a detection system adapted to detect one or more dangerous conditions between a person and the cutting tool. The machines also include a brake mechanism having one or more braking components adapted to engage and stop the cutting tool in response to the detection of a dangerous condition.

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