Reconfigurable workpiece support fixture
US8006968B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 25, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B11/005
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An exemplary reconfigurable workpiece support fixture according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a base, and a plurality of spaced-apart plates are removably attachable to the base. Each plate defines a plurality of notches along an angular profile. A plurality of spaced-apart manifolds are receivable in the plurality of notches, and each manifold spans across the plurality of plates. A plurality of attachment devices are removably attachable to the plurality of manifolds.
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