Tool assembly apparatus having a recessed tip and a method for its use
US7921569B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 17, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 12, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25D2250/245
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tool assembly is disclosed that provides reciprocating motion to a tip of the assembly. The tool assembly has a drive assembly, a shaft assembly and a retraction mechanism contained within a housing. The tip of the shaft assembly protrudes from the housing during a portion of the stroke of the drive mechanism and upon disengagement of a motor of the drive assembly, the tip of the shaft assembly is recessed within the housing of the tool assembly.
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