Multi-step systems for processing workpieces
US8117732B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T83/162
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems, including method and apparatus, for processing workpieces driven automatically along a linear path to a plurality of positions disposed substantially along the linear path. In some embodiments, a workpiece may be processed at one or more of the positions using two or more processing stations, such as a first processing station that cuts the workpiece into segments and a second processing station that performs another processing operation on the workpiece.
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