Reconfigurable fixturing system and method
US9833865B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 2, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64F5/40
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A reconfigurable fixturing assembly including an elongate member defining a longitudinal axis, a support assembly slideably connected to the elongate member, the support assembly including a support member extending therefrom, a plurality of pivot assemblies slideably connected to the elongate member, each pivot assembly defining a pivot axis, and a plurality of transverse guide rails, wherein each transverse guide rail defines a guide rail axis that is transverse to the longitudinal axis of the elongate member, and wherein each transverse guide rail is slideably connected to an associated pivot assembly.
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