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Center lap tool machine for large transmission gears

US9079282B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 29, 2010
Grant dateJul 14, 2015
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Expiry dateSep 1, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24D5/06
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A machine system and method for simultaneously lapping a first machining surface of a hollow shaft and an opposing second machining surface of the hollow shaft, the machine system having a brake subsystem for securing the hollow shaft in a relatively stationary position while a drive subsystem rotates a lapping tool within the hollow shaft such that the lapping tool laps the first machining surface with an abrasive surface of a top lap while simultaneously lapping the second machining surface with an abrasive surface of a bottom lap.

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