Interactive tools
US9815163B2 · kind B2 · utility
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20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 4, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 22, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25F5/00
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method includes receiving a first alignment state indication at a portable handheld tool from an alignment tool. The first alignment state indication indicating an alignment state of a workpiece relative to a reference that is independent and distinct from the portable handheld tool. The method also includes, based on the first alignment state indication, enabling a first selectable drive state of a drive system of the portable handheld tool. The method further includes actuating the drive system responsive to user input, where the drive system is limited based, on the first selectable drive state.
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