Head tool changer for use with deposition-based digital manufacturing systems
US9427838B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 25, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T483/17
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A head tool changer for use with a deposition-based digital manufacturing system, the head tool changer comprising a tooling unit configured to retain a deposition head, a grip unit configured to engage with tooling unit and to relay electrical power to the tooling unit, and a master unit operably mounted to a gantry and configured to engage with the tooling unit and to relay electrical power to the tooling unit.
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