Assembly for rotating a cutting insert during a turning operation and inserts used therein
US8573901B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T407/235
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cutting insert rotated about its axis may be utilized during a metalworking operation and applied against the rotating workpiece to enhance tool performance. The cutting insert is secured within a toolholder having features to secure the insert but at the same time make for efficient removal of the insert from the toolholder.
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