Gripper with conformal spring fingers
US9505135B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 28, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25J15/0042
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gripper section for use with a clamp arm for use with automated machinery. The gripper section includes a plurality of beam members which extend from a base, with each beam member of the plurality of beam members having a fixed end and a free end. The gripper section also includes a plurality of gripper surfaces proximate to the free ends, with each gripper surface attached to a respective beam member of the plurality of beam member. Each gripper surface of the plurality of gripper surfaces and its respective beam member move independently of the other plurality of gripper surfaces and plurality of beam members. Wherein the plurality of gripper surfaces and the plurality of beam members conform to the shape of an object/part to be manipulated by the gripper section.
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