Alignment device for assembling components and method of use
US9925632B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 1, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49895
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fixture for positioning a component in a desired location in a first plane for assembly, machining, or other processing related to manufacturing. The fixture includes a holder establishing a reference position within a second plane parallel with the first plane, and a pin retained by the holder for movement relative thereto in the second plane within a range of coarse alignment about the reference position. The pin and holder are movable together normal to the second plane to engage the pin with the locating feature. A fixing element is movable, when the pin is engaged with the feature, to urge the pin to the reference position.
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