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Apparatus for automated application of hardfacing material to drill bits

US8450637B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 23, 2008
Grant dateMay 28, 2013
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B17/1085
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for the automated or “robotic” application of hardfacing to a surface of a drill bit.

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