Machining apparatus and method of making endodontic instruments
US8644978B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 20, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 4, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 9, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61C5/42
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A machining apparatus and method for fabricating endodontic instruments adapted for use in performing root canal procedures is disclosed. The machining apparatus includes computer numerical control (CNC) machining that automates much of the fabrication process. The disclosed machining apparatus and method is programmable to efficiently produce varying configurations of endodontic instruments on the same machining apparatus.
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