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23-08-2012 дата публикации

Key clamp rotation controller

Номер: US20120213603A1
Автор: Michael A. Bass, Richard W. Ryai, Sr.
Принадлежит: Individual

A key clamping device includes a first key clamp, a second key clamp and a rotational device connected to the first and second key clamps. The rotational device may facilitate rotation of the first and second key clamps.

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Номер записи: 1
18-04-2013 дата публикации

KEY CUTTING MACHINE

Номер: US20130094918A1
Автор: Ryai, SR. Richard W.
Принадлежит: Hy-Ko Products Company

A key cutting machine is provided for cutting a key blank from a master key. The key cutting machine comprises a first cutting member that rotates about a substantially horizontal axis for cutting a key pattern on a key blank and a second cutting member that rotates about a substantially vertical axis for cutting a key pattern on a key blank. Additional improvements or features of a key cutting machine are also described. 1. A key cutting machine comprising:a base member;a first cutting member positioned on said base member, said first cutting member having a cutting wheel;a second cutting member positioned on said base member, said second cutting member capable of cutting a sidewinder key pattern onto a key blank;a carriage connected to said base;a first key clamp connected to said carriage and moveable therewith; anda driver connected to said carriage to automatically drive movement of the carriage during key cutting operations.2. The key cutting machine of wherein said first cutting member is rotatable about an axis substantially parallel to said base member.3. The key cutting machine of wherein said second cutting member is rotatable about an axis substantially perpendicular to said base member.4. The key cutting machine of wherein said first and second cutting members are fixedly mounted to said base member.5. The key cutting machine of wherein said second cutting member is a drill-type cutting member.6. The key cutting machine of further comprising a first tracing member connected to said base member and capable of tracing a key pattern from said master key.7. The key cutting machine of further comprising a second tracing member connected to said base member and capable of tracing a sidewinder key pattern from said master key.8. The key cutting machine of wherein said carriage is moveable along two axes.9. The key cutting machine of wherein said two axes are substantially perpendicular.10. The key cutting machine of wherein said two perpendicular axes are ...

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Номер записи: 2
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Method for milling a cylinder head and cylinder head

Номер: US20130152781A1
Автор: Franz Laimboeck, Siegfried Lins
Принадлежит: Mahle Koenig GmbH and Co KG

A method for the machine-milling of intake and/or exhaust ducts formed in a cylinder head includes working off the inner wall surfaces of the intake and/or exhaust ducts at least in part, preferably completely, with a multi-axis, preferably five-axis, CNC-controlled cherry head in a stabbing movement. Grooves are thus formed in the inner wall surfaces that extend primarily in the flow direction of the ducts.

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Номер записи: 3
20-06-2013 дата публикации

Scroll Machining Method and Machining Unit

Номер: US20130156523A1
Автор: Maeda Junichi, Yamaguchi Mitsuhiro
Принадлежит: Makino Milling Machine Co., LTD

A scroll machining method for forming a wall part () configured in a scroll shape on a surface of a workpiece (W), in which a tool () attached to a spindle is moved relative to the workpiece (W) attached to a rotary table (), including: a first scroll machining step of machining one of an outside wall surface () and an inside wall surface () of the wall part (), in which the tool () is moved relative to the workpiece from an outside of the workpiece (W) toward a center part () along a predetermined path (L) while turning the rotary table () in a first direction (R); and a second scroll machining step of machining the other of the outside wall surface () and the inside wall surface () of the wall part (), in which the tool () is moved relative to the workpiece from the center part () of the workpiece (W) toward the outside by returning along the predetermined path (L) while turning the rotary table () in a second direction (R) opposite to the first direction (R). 1. A scroll machining method for forming a wall part configured on a scroll shape on a surface of a workpiece , in which a tool attached to a spindle is moved relative to the workpiece attached to a rotary table , comprising:a first scroll machining step of machining one of an outside wall surface and an inside wall surface of the wall part, in which the tool is moved relative to the workpiece from an outside of the workpiece toward a center part along a predetermined path while turning the rotary table in a first direction; anda second scroll machining step of machining the other of the outside wall surface and the inside wall surface of the wall part, in which the tool is moved relative to the workpiece from the center part of the workpiece toward the outside by returning along the predetermined path while turning the rotary table in a second direction opposite to the first direction.2. The scroll machining method according to claim 1 , further comprising:a measurement step of measuring a thickness of the ...

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Номер записи: 4
18-07-2013 дата публикации

TWIST DRILL AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

Номер: US20130183113A1
Автор: MERGENTHALER PETER KARL
Принадлежит: KENNAMETAL INC.

A twist drill includes a drill body having a chip flute extending a distance along the drill body. The chip flute has a leading edge and a run-out edge running along the chip flute. The run-out edge is disposed behind the leading edge in a direction of rotation of the twist drill. The chip flute, viewed cross-sectionally in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, includes a first wall portion and a second wall portion. The first wall portion extends along a curve between the run-out edge and the second wall portion. The second wall portion extends in a straight line from between the leading edge and the first wall portion. The first wall portion and the second wall portion are disposed adjoining one another and together define a J-shaped cross-sectional profile perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. 120-. (canceled)21. A twist drill comprising:a drill body of generally cylindrical shape disposed about a longitudinal axis, the drill body having a first end configured to be coupled to a machine tool and an opposite second end, the drill body including a chip flute formed therein, the chip flute extending a distance along the drill body, the chip flute having a leading edge and a run-out edge running along the chip flute, the run-out edge disposed behind the leading edge in a direction of rotation of the twist drill, wherein:the chip flute, viewed cross-sectionally in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, includes a first wall portion and a second wall portion,the first wall portion extends along a curve between the run-out edge and the second wall portion,the second wall portion extends in a straight line from between the leading edge and the first wall portion,the first wall portion and the second wall portion are disposed adjoining one another and together define a J-shaped cross-sectional profile perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, andthe first wall portion has a curvature such that an acute advance angle is formed between a first ...

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Номер записи: 5
05-09-2013 дата публикации

ELASTIC ELEMENT FOR THE USE IN A STABILIZATION DEVICE FOR BONES AND VERTEBRAE AND METHOD FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF SUCH ELASTIC ELEMENT

Номер: US20130228554A1
Автор: Biedermann Lutz, Harms Jurgen, Matthis Wilfried
Принадлежит: BIEDERMANN TECHNOLOGIES GMBH & CO. KG

A stabilization device for bones or vertebrae comprises a substantially cylindrical elastic element. The elastic element has a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. An elastic section extends between the first end and the second end. The elastic section includes at least first and second helical coils. The first and second helical coils are arranged coaxially so that the first helical coil extends at least in a portion between the second helical coil. The elastic element may form, for example, a portion of a rod, bone anchoring element, or plate. 113-. (canceled)14. A method of manufacturing an elastic element for a stabilization device for bones or vertebrae , comprising the steps of: providing a substantially cylindrical body; and forming first and second helical recess in the cylindrical body from an outside thereof such that the first helical recesses at least in a portion are formed between the second helical recesses.15. The method of claim 14 , wherein the first and second helical recesses are formed by wire electrical discharge machining or milling.16. The method of claim 14 , further comprising the step of forming a bore coaxial with a central axis of the cylindrical member.17. The method of claim 14 , further comprising the step of forming a run-out proximate at least one end of the cylindrical member.18. The method of claim 14 , wherein the first and second helical recesses are formed at approximately the same angle.19. The method of claim 14 , wherein the first and second helical recesses are formed simultaneously.2025-. (canceled) The present invention claims the benefit of the filing date under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/563,241, filed Apr. 16, 2004, which is hereby incorporated by reference. The present application also claims foreign priority benefits pursuant to 35 U.S.C. §119(a-d) for German Patent Application Number 10 2004 018 621.9, filed Apr. 16, 2004 in Germany.The present invention ...

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Номер записи: 6
07-11-2013 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATION MACHINE

Номер: US20130294857A1
Автор: Bass Michael A., Drake Robert E., Mutch William R., Porras Randall A., Ryai, SR. Richard W., Thompson Chester O.D.
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Apparatus, methods, and other embodiments associated with a key duplication machine are described. In one embodiment, an assembly for duplicating a master key includes an optical imaging device, a logic, a clamping assembly, and a cutting member. The optical imaging device is capable of capturing an optical image of at least a portion of the master key. The logic is capable of determining a key pattern of the master key from the optical image of the master key. The clamping assembly is capable of clamping a key blank and the cutting member is capable of cutting a key pattern into said key blank. 1. A key duplicating machine comprising: a first side wall; and', 'a second side wall, wherein said second side wall is movable with respect to said first side wall;, 'a front panel having a slot to receive a key therein, said slot comprisinga sensing device configured to capture data related to a master key; anda cutting member configured to cut a key pattern into a key blank.2. The machine of claim 1 , wherein said second wall is configured to pivot about a pivot point.3. The machine of claim 1 , wherein said second wall is biased toward said first side wall.4. The machine of further comprising a lower gripper and an upper gripper configured to grip a key when it is held in said slot.5. The machine of claim 4 , wherein said lower gripper is positioned below said upper gripper and biased toward said upper gripper.6. The machine of claim 4 , wherein said upper gripper is positioned above said lower gripper and biased toward said lower gripper.7. The machine of claim 4 , wherein said front panel includes a front side and a rear side opposite said front side claim 4 , wherein said panel is configured to receive a key in said slot from said front side claim 4 , and wherein said lower gripper and said upper gripper are located on said rear side.8. The machine of wherein claim 4 , said lower gripper includes a tapered portion.9. The machine of claim 8 , wherein said upper gripper ...

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Номер записи: 7
21-11-2013 дата публикации

FIXTURE AND SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING SIDE-MILLED KEYS

Номер: US20130309033A1
Автор: Sieveking Robert
Принадлежит:

A fixture and system allows a locksmith to create side-milled high security keys to dimension (code) without the need for depth and space keys or expensive digitally controlled key making machinery. The fixture allows the locksmith to accurately and quickly create the side-milled key profile cuts in a key blank using a simple pattern key. The pattern key can be produced on common code cutting machinery. The fixture and system facilitates the making of the pattern key and holds the pattern in such a way as to allow the pattern to be easily traced over a blank key using a side-milled key duplicating machine. The system completely eliminates the need for special depth and space key sets, complicated and expensive digital key machinery and the time required to trace individual cuts over the side-milled key blank. The fixture and system saves time and simplifies the making of side-milled keys. 1. A key duplication system comprising:a clamping fixture;a vise jaw operable to clamp onto the clamping fixture;a clamp rail extending from a bottom side of the clamping fixture, the clamp rail fitting onto a key duplication machine;a pattern key having end cuts corresponding to a bitting code of an original side milled key to be duplicated, the pattern key operable to be clamped in a key well of the clamping fixture by the vise jaw; anda code card providing details for forming the pattern key from the original side milled key.2. The key duplication system of claim 1 , wherein the vise jaw includes a standard vice jaw securing the pattern key against a key fence of the clamping fixture.3. The key duplication system of claim 1 , wherein the vise jaw includes an extended vice jaw securing the pattern key against a key shim rail thereof.4. The key duplication system of claim 1 , further comprising a clamp screw for securing the vise jaw to the clamping fixture.5. The key duplication system of claim 1 , further comprising stop fences disposed on the clamping fixture claim 1 , the stop ...

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Номер записи: 8
12-12-2013 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATING SYSTEM

Номер: US20130331976A1
Автор: Freeman Daniel
Принадлежит: MINUTE KEY INC.

A key-duplicating system comprises a network that includes a multiplicity of kiosks at a multiplicity of different locations, each of the kiosks having a customer interface and a processor coupled to the customer interface. A remote central server coupled to the kiosks is adapted to receive, from the kiosks, information identifying master keys to be duplicated. A key analysis module uses the information identifying master keys to be duplicated to derive information required to produce duplicates of the identified master keys, and a key duplicating module uses that information to produce duplicates of said identified master keys. 1. A key-duplicating system comprising a network that includesa multiplicity of kiosks at a multiplicity of different locations, each of said kiosks having a customer interface and a processor coupled to said customer interface,a remote central server coupled to said kiosks and adapted to receive, from said kiosks, information identifying master keys to be duplicated,a key analysis module for using said information identifying master keys to be duplicated to derive information required to produce duplicates of said identified master keys, anda key duplicating module for producing duplicates of said identified master keys by using said information required to produce duplicates of said identified master keys.2. The key-duplicating system of in which each of said kiosks stores a first number of different types of key blanks claim 1 , and said customer interfaces of said kiosks are adapted to display a second number of different types of key blanks available for purchase from a remote location via said kiosks.3. The key-duplicating system of in which said customer interfaces of said kiosks are adapted to receive orders for duplicate keys to be made from key blanks selected from said key blanks available for purchase from said remote location and corresponding to master keys identified in said orders claim 2 , and to transmit said orders to said ...

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Номер записи: 9
06-02-2014 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING FIRTREE SLOTS

Номер: US20140037396A1
Автор: Dupont Yannick, ELFIZY Amr, Jette Sylvian
Принадлежит: PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA CORP.

A apparatus for forming a firtree slot in a disc of a bladed rotor assembly for a gas turbine engine may include a tip portion having the shape of the profile of one side of the firtree slot to be formed but smaller than the profile of the complete firtree slot so that the tool will only engage one side of the firtree slot. 1. A tool for use in the formation of a firtree slot in a disc of a bladed disc assembly in a turbine engine comprising a tip portion having the shape of the profile of one side of the firtree slot to be formed but smaller than the profile of the complete firtree slot so that the tool will only engage one side of the firtree slot.2. The tool as defined in wherein the tool includes a tip with an axial distal finishing surface that includes a recessed portion in the axial distal surface in order to avoid a zero speed contact between the tool and the machined surface.3. The tool as defined in wherein the tool is a super-abrasive milling quill.4. A finishing tool for use in the formation of a firtree slot in a disc comprising a tip portion with a distal finishing surface transverse to the rotational axis of the tool claim 2 , the distal surface having a frusto-conical shape sufficient for removing excess ridges formed by the overlapping of separate finishing tools in the bottom of the firtree slot.5. The finishing tool as defined in wherein the distal surface has a recessed central portion in order to avoid a zero speed contact between the tool and the machined surface.6. The tool as defined in wherein the tool is a super-abrasive milling quill. The present application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/501099 filed Jul. 10, 2009, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference.The application relates generally to a apparatus for providing firtree slots in the disc of a bladed disc assembly of a turbine engine and the tools used for same.Gas turbine engines typically include machined firtree shaped blade fixing ...

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Номер записи: 10
20-03-2014 дата публикации

CLAMPING DEVICE FOR A MACHINE FOR DUPLICATING KEYS

Номер: US20140079501A1
Автор: "TOME Enrico", Rebuli David
Принадлежит: KEYLINE S.P.A.

Clamping device for a machine duplicating keys, with a body () lodging two jaws () apt to transversely tighten a key (A), wherein said two jaws () can be approached and/or spaced by the activation of only one operation means (), and a bridge () is arranged apt to tighten the key () against said body () through a movement (Y) orthogonal to the reciprocal motion (X) of said jaws (); these ones are provided with respective inclined planes with a symmetrical inclination, and said bridge is provided with two inclined planes (A,B) each having the same inclination of a respective of the inclined planes (A,A) of said two jaws. Elastic means () are arranged which are able of pushing said bridge () against said two jaws () along a direction (Y) orthogonal to the direction (Y) of reciprocal tightening of the two jaws (), and the bridge () is provided in its outer portion with a relief () capable of tightening the key against said body. 1. Clamping device for a machine duplicating keys , comprising:{'b': 1', '2', '3', '4, 'a body () wherein two jaws (, ) are lodged, which are able to clasp between each other in the transverse sense according to a first axis (X) and firmly a key () to be coded or a key to be coded,'}characterized in thatsaid two jaws can be approached and/or spaced out by the activation of only one operation means,{'b': '21', 'between said two jaws a portion () is arranged which can support said key, and which is solid to said body,'}{'b': 20', '1, 'a bridge () is arranged which is able to tighten said key against said portion of said body () through a translation motion having direction parallel to a second axis (Y) orthogonal to said first axis (X),'}said bridge is at least partially engage able to said two jaws and is operated by its approaching and tightening motion to said key.2. Clamping device according to claim 1 , characterized in that{'b': 2', '3', '2', '3', '2', '2, 'i': aa', 'bb, 'said two jaws (, ) are provided with respective inclined planes (A, A) ...

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Номер записи: 11
27-03-2014 дата публикации

ANNULAR DIE SPIRAL GROOVE CONFIGURATION

Номер: US20140087015A1
Автор: "OConnor Bruce Michael", Andrews Michael Charles, Biron Chad Allen, Bode William Welsh, Jones William Ellery, Steele Mark Dean
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An annular die has a mandrel having a spiral groove formed in a surface of the mandrel that distributes a flow of liquid across the mandrel surface and directs the flow of liquid in a flow direction across the spiral groove and across the mandrel surface. At least a portion of the spiral groove has a cross-section configuration where an interior surface of the spiral groove portion is oriented toward the flow direction as the interior surface extends to and intersects with the mandrel surface. The annular die has particular, but not limited, application as a blown film die. 1. An annular die comprising:a mandrel having a surface;a spiral groove formed in the mandrel surface, the spiral groove having a length with opposite proximal and distal ends where the spiral groove proximal end receives a liquid flow and the spiral groove length directs the liquid flow from the proximal end of the spiral groove toward the distal end of the spiral groove and thereby distributes the flow of liquid across the mandrel surface and directs the flow of liquid in a flow direction across the spiral groove and across the mandrel surface; andat least a portion of the spiral groove having a cross-section configuration where an interior surface of the spiral groove portion is oriented toward the flow direction as the interior surface extends to and intersects with the mandrel surface.2. The die of claim 1 , further comprising:the mandrel surface being a cylindrical exterior surface of the mandrel.3. The die of claim 1 , further comprising:the mandrel surface being a cylindrical interior surface of the mandrel.4. The die of claim 1 , further comprising:the mandrel surface being a planar surface of the mandrel.5. The die of claim 1 , further comprising:the spiral groove spiraling around a center axis, the center axis defining mutually perpendicular axial and radial directions relative to the mandrel and relative to the die; and,the flow direction being an axial direction.6. The die of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 12
02-01-2020 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATION MACHINE HAVING PIVOTING CLAMP

Номер: US20200001378A1
Автор: Gerlings Phillip, Perea Lawrence, Schmidt Michael
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A clamp is disclosed for a key making machine. The clamp may have an anvil, and a door movable toward the anvil to sandwich a key blank therebetween. The clamp may also have a gate pivotally connected to the door and configured to engage the key blank. 1. A clamp for a key making machine , comprising:an anvil; a T-shaped recess formed at a lower end adjacent the anvil; and', 'an inwardly extending mounting shelf located at a stem-end of the T-shaped recess, between an upper end and the lower end;, 'a plate-like door movable toward the anvil to sandwich a key blank therebetween, the door includinga gate pivotally connected to the door and including a T-shaped frame supported within the T-shaped recess, and a piston extending inward from the gate and configured to engage the key blank; a mounting plate connected to the inwardly extending mounting shelf; and', 'spaced-apart tabs configured to receive a corresponding portion of the gate therebetween; and, 'a clevis connected to the door, the clevis includinga pin passing through the gate and the clevis.2. The clamp of claim 1 , wherein:the piston has a generally rectangular cross-section, with a length and a width; andan end surface of the piston extends a greater distance toward the key blank at an inner edge than at an outer edge.3. The clamp of claim 2 , wherein the gate further includes motion limiters extending from opposing ends of the T-shaped frame that are configured to engage the door and limit pivoting of the gate.4. The clamp of claim 1 , further including at least one spring-biased lever arm pivotally connected to the door at an upper end opposite the anvil.5. The clamp of claim 4 , wherein:the door includes an opening formed in the upper end of the door; andthe clamp further includes a motor having a lobed cam configured to engage the upper end of the door.6. The clamp of claim 5 , wherein:the at least one spring-biased lever arm is configured to urge the door toward an open position; andthe motor is ...

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Номер записи: 13
02-01-2020 дата публикации

SURFACE ROUGHENING TOOL WITH TRANSLATABLE SWAGING BLADES

Номер: US20200001380A1
Автор: Stephenson David Alan
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A surface roughening tool includes a cylindrical body and at least one grooving blade outwardly radially projecting from the body and configured to form grooves and peaks into a surface. The surface roughening tool also includes at least one swaging blade outwardly radially projecting from the body and configured to deform the peaks. The at least one swaging blade is aligned with the at least one grooving blade along a circumference of the body. 1. A surface roughening tool comprising:a cylindrical body;at least one grooving blade outwardly radially projecting from the body and configured to form grooves and peaks into a surface; andat least one swaging blade outwardly radially projecting from the body, aligned with the at least one grooving blade along a circumference of the body, configured to deform the peaks.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the at least one swaging blade is translatable between a retracted position and an extended position.3. The tool of claim 2 , further comprising an actuator configured to translate the at least one swaging blade from the retracted position to the extended position.4. The tool of claim 2 , wherein each of the at least one grooving and swaging blades includes a distal end claim 2 , and when the at least one swaging blade is in the extended position claim 2 , the distal end of each of the at least one swaging blades extends beyond the distal end of each of the at least one grooving blades in a radial direction of the cylindrical body.5. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the at least one grooving blade is translatable between a retracted position and an extended position.6. The tool of claim 5 , further comprising an actuator configured to translate the at least one grooving blade from an extended position to a retracted position.7. The tool of claim 5 , wherein each of the at least one grooving and swaging blades includes a distal end claim 5 , and when the at least one grooving blade is in the extended position claim 5 , the distal ...

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Номер записи: 14
04-01-2018 дата публикации

Method for machining workpiece and machine tool

Номер: US20180001403A1
Автор: Hiroshi Itoh, Minoru Kitayama, Yuki Yamamoto
Принадлежит: Yamazaki Mazak Corp

A method for machining a workpiece, includes: rotating a rotary tool around a rotation axis, the rotary tool including at least one edge positioned on an outer periphery of the rotary tool around the rotation axis; relatively moving the rotary tool toward the workpiece in a first direction so that the at least one edge cuts the workpiece by a predetermined depth while the rotary tool is rotated around the rotation axis; and relatively moving the rotary tool with respect to the workpiece in a second direction that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction and that is inclined to a third direction substantially perpendicular to the rotation axis and the first direction.

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Номер записи: 15
02-01-2020 дата публикации

IDENTIFICATION MODULE FOR KEY MAKING MACHINE

Номер: US20200002975A1
Автор: Campbell John Clayton, Gerlings Phillip, Grice Byron Keith, Schmidt Michael James
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An identification module is disclosed for use in a key making machine. The identification module may have a key receiving assembly configured to receive only a shank of an existing key. The identification module may also have a tip guide, configured to receive a tip of the shank of the existing key. The tip guide may have a slot that exposes a tip end of the shank. The identification module may also have an imaging assembly configured to capture an image of the tip end through the slot. 1. A key making machine , comprising:a housing; a slot opening in the housing configured to receive the shank of an existing first key;', 'a transponder sensor configured to detect the presence of a transponder within an existing second key and to read a transponder code associated with the detected transponder; and', 'an imaging system comprising one or more light sources and one or more cameras, wherein the imaging system is configured to use a single camera to determine at least a channel profile of each side of the shank of the existing first key without withdrawing and reintroducing the existing first key in the slot;, 'an identification system, wherein the identification system includes receive a key blank that the identification system has determined to be associated with the existing first key based at least in part on the determined channel profile of each side of the existing first key; and', 'cut a bitting pattern into the received key blank that matches the bitting pattern of the existing first key;, 'a fabrication system, wherein the fabrication system is configured to wherein the user interface includes a touch screen, and', 'wherein the user interface is configured to provide status information to a user regarding a key duplication process involving the existing first key; and', 'a credit card reader., 'a user interface associated with the housing,'}2. The key making machine of claim 1 ,wherein the one or more light sources includes a back light;wherein an image ...

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Номер записи: 16
12-01-2017 дата публикации

AUTOMATED KEY DUPLICATION SYSTEM AND METHOD

Номер: US20170008096A1
Автор: Basham Scott, Booth Kenneth C., Hagen George Lynn, Hamblin Ryan, Ito Carl, Mueller Michael A., Tarter Mark
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An automated key duplication system that includes a system housing, a key identification system, a key cutting system, a key blank storage system, a key blank transfer assembly, and a duplicated key retrieval opening is disclosed. The key identification system may be housed at least partially within the system housing and is configured to identify a master key. The key blank storage system comprises a plurality of rods configured to removably couple to a plurality of key carriers. The key blank transfer assembly is housed within the housing is configured to remove one key carrier of the plurality of key carriers from the key blank storage system with the key retrieving apparatus and transport the one key carrier and the key blank coupled thereto from the key blank storage to the key cutting system. The duplicated key retrieval opening is positioned on the housing to receive the one key blank after the one key blank has been cut. 111-. (canceled)12. An automated key duplication system , comprising:a system housing;a key identification system housed at least partially within the system housing and configured to identify a master key;a key cutting system housed within the system housing;a key blank storage system housed within the system housing and comprising a plurality of rods configured to couple to a plurality of key blanks;a key blank transfer assembly housed within the system housing and comprising a key retrieving apparatus, the key retrieving apparatus movable along a vertical axis and a horizontal axis to align with one key blank of the plurality of key blanks and configured to remove the one key blank from the key blank storage system and transport the one key blank coupled thereto from the key blank storage system to the key cutting system when the plurality of key blanks are individually coupled to the plurality of rods; anda duplicated key retrieval opening positioned on the system housing to receive the one key blank after the one key blank has been cut. ...

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Номер записи: 17
12-01-2017 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DUPLICATING KEYS

Номер: US20170008097A1
Автор: Borer Kristopher, Kim Jayeon, Marsh Gregory, Pruitt Paige, Salzbank Zachary
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Systems and methods for duplicating keys are provided. In some embodiments, a system for creating keys is provided, the system comprising: a kiosk comprising: a key scanner capturing geometric information of a key; and a hardware processor that: receives security information; automatically determines a key type and bit heights of the key and causes these, along with first identifying information based on the first security information, to be stored at a remote storage device; receives second security information corresponding to second identifying information; verifies the second security information and, in response, identifies stored geometric information about one or more keys that can be made, wherein the stored geometric information includes geometric information corresponding to the second security information; and a key shaping device that creates a third key using the second geometric information. 1. A system for creating keys , the system comprising: a rotatable carousel configured to store a plurality of different types of key blanks;', 'a key scanner;', 'a key shaping device;', 'a key movement mechanism that moves key blanks from the rotatable carousel to the key shaping device;', 'a touchscreen;', 'a communication network interface; and', cause the key scanner to capture first geometric information about a first key;', 'automatically determine that the first key is a first key type from a plurality of known key types based on the first geometric information about the first key;', 'receive an instruction, via the touchscreen, to create a second key based on the first key;', 'determine whether a key blank of the first key type is stored by the rotatable carousel;', 'in response to determining that the key blank of the first key type is stored by the rotatable carousel, rotate the rotatable carousel such that the key movement mechanism can access the key blank of the first key type;', 'cause the key movement mechanism to move the key blank of the first key ...

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Номер записи: 18
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Method for Machining a Crankcase and Machining Device

Номер: US20210008646A1
Автор: Frank Danneberg, Patrick Woisetschlaeger, Wolfram Wagener
Принадлежит: Bayerische Motoren Werke AG

A method for machining a crankcase includes providing a machining device. The machining device comprises a mechanical machining unit and a cooling/rinsing system, which is configured to cool and/or rinse the mechanical machining unit or a surface which is to be machined. The method also includes creating a structure in a cylinder wall of a crankcase using the mechanical machining unit. The method also includes using a fluid stream of the cooling/rinsing system to reshape at least certain regions of the structure.

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Номер записи: 19
14-01-2021 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATING MACHINE

Номер: US20210008650A1
Автор: Wu Kuo-Shen
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A key duplicating machine is used for duplicating notches of an original key to a key blank. The key duplicating machine includes a base assembly, a first sliding table, a first driving mechanism, a first clamp, a second clamp and a cutting module. The first sliding table is slidably mounted on the base assembly. The first driving mechanism controls a position of the first sliding table. The two clamps are fixed on the base assembly. The original key and key blank are fixed on the two clamps respectively. The cutting module is pivotally mounted on the first sliding table, and has a guiding element, a TO cutting element and a motor. Gravity makes the cutting module rotate, and makes the guiding element and the cutting element press against the keys. The duplicating can be carried out with one hand, which is easier to use and more precise. 1. A key duplicating machine , the key duplicating machine for duplicating notches of an original key to a key blank and comprising: a base;', 'a first direction; and', 'a second direction opposite to the first direction;, 'a base assembly having'}a first clamp fixed on the base of the base assembly; the first clamp used for clamping the original key; the notches of the original key arranged in the first direction of the base assembly;a second clamp fixed on the base of the base assembly, and disposed apart from the first clamp; the second clamp used for clamping the key blank;a second sliding table slidably mounted on the base, and being movable in a direction perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction relative to the base;a second driving mechanism mounted between the base and the second sliding table, and driving the second sliding table to move relative to the base; the second driving mechanism havinga second manual operating part being a lever pivotally mounted on the base; a drive slot formed in one end of the lever; anda dowel pin protruding from a side of the second sliding table; the dowel pin extending ...

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Номер записи: 20
14-01-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MACHINING A VARIABLE-PITCH TOOTHING ON A STEERING RACK

Номер: US20210008652A1
Автор: CAMPALTO Benoit, ISSARTEL Alain, ORSET Jean-Christophe, RICHARD-VITTON Emeric, SANIEZ Jean-Michel, VIZIER Pascal
Принадлежит: JTEKT EUROPE

A method for machining a toothing with variable pitch on a rack implemented by a machine tool other than a ball nose milling cutter and includes at least five axes allowing positioning the cutting tool relative to the rack, namely a first, a second and a third axis of translation, forming a three dimension space, a first axis of rotation allowing modifying a yaw position, about a yaw axis parallel to the first axis of translation, and a second axis of rotation allowing orienting a roll position about the second axis of translation, and includes at least one cutting phase during which the cutting tool is controlled in «five continuous axes», by simultaneously modifying, during the same iteration, the spatial control component of each of the five axes, whereas the cutting tool rotates and is applied in contact with the surface of the tooth which is being trimmed. 1. A method for machining a toothing with variable pitch on a rack , said method being implemented by a machine tool which is provided with a rotary cutting tool other than a milling ball cutter and which comprises at least five axes allowing positioning said cutting tool relative to the rack , namely a first axis of translation , a second axis of translation and a third axis of translation , forming a three dimension space , a first axis of rotation allowing modifying a yaw position , about a yaw axis parallel to the first axis of translation , and a second axis of rotation allowing orienting a roll position about the second axis of translation , and in that said method comprises at least one cutting phase during which the cutting tool is controlled in «five continuous axes» by simultaneously modifying , during the same iteration , the spatial control component of each of said five axes , whereas the cutting tool rotates and is applied in contact with the surface of the tooth which is being trimmed.2. The method according to wherein the first axis of rotation allows modifying the yaw position of the cutting ...

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Номер записи: 21
09-01-2020 дата публикации

RUPTURE DISC HAVING STRESS CONCENTRATING FEATURE

Номер: US20200009666A1
Автор: Hibler, III Donald Ray, Johnson Travis, Krebill Michael D.
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A bulged, forward-acting rupture disc () and a pressure relief device () incorporating a rupture disc (), having a line of opening () formed in the transition region () of the disc between the bulged section () and flange section () are provided. The line of opening () is a stress-concentrating feature that, in conjunction with a stress-intensifying edge () located on an associated outlet ring (), facilitates opening of the disc () when exposed to a predetermined pressure acting upon the concave face () of the bulged section (). 1. A bulged , forward-acting rupture disc comprising:a central bulged section comprising a concavo-convex dome;a flat, annular flange section surrounding the central bulged section;a transition region that is intermediate to and interconnects the central bulged section and the flange section; anda line of opening that overlies the transition region, the line of opening comprising an area in which material making up the rupture disc has been removed thereby weakening the rupture disc such that when a pressure of a fluid acting upon a concave face of the dome reaches a predetermined threshold the rupture disc tears along the line of opening thereby providing an opening through the disc that has a diameter that is at least as large as an internal diameter of the flange section.2. The rupture disc of claim 1 , wherein the line of opening is C-shaped.3. The rupture disc of claim 2 , wherein the rupture disc further comprises a hinge section about which the central bulged section pivots upon tearing of the rupture disc along the line of opening claim 2 , the hinge section being defined by a pair of end regions of the line of opening in which no material making up the rupture disc has been removed from the transition region.4. The rupture disc of claim 1 , wherein the dome is non-concentric.5. The rupture disc of claim 1 , wherein the line of opening extends laterally across the transition region and onto at least a portion of the flange section ...

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Номер записи: 22
11-01-2018 дата публикации

IDENTIFICATION MODULE FOR KEY MAKING MACHINE

Номер: US20180010364A1
Автор: Campbell John Clayton, Gerlings Phillip, Grice Byron Keith, Schmidt Michael James
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An identification module is disclosed for use in a key making machine. The identification module may have a key receiving assembly configured to receive only a shank of an existing key. The identification module may also have a tip guide, configured to receive a tip of the shank of the existing key. The tip guide may have a slot that exposes a tip end of the shank. The identification module may also have an imaging assembly configured to capture an image of the tip end through the slot. 1. An identification module for a key making system , comprising:a key receiving assembly configured to receive only a shank of an existing key;a tip guide configured to receive a tip of the shank of the existing key, the tip guide having a slot that exposes a tip end of the shank; andan imaging assembly configured to capture an image of the tip end through the slot.2. The identification module of claim 1 , wherein the tip guide is linearly movable by insertion of the existing key from a first location adjacent the slot to a second location away from the slot.3. The identification module of claim 2 , further comprising at least one sensor associated with the tip guide and configured to indicate motion of the tip guide away from the first position and cessation of the motion at the second location claim 2 , wherein:the identification module is selectively activated based on the motion of the tip guide away from the first location; andthe imaging assembly is selectively triggered to capture the image of the tip end of the existing key based on the cessation of motion.4. The identification module of claim 1 , further comprising a head guide configured to move a head of the existing key into centered alignment with the tip guide.5. The identification module of claim 1 , further comprising a backlight claim 1 , wherein: the image generated by the imaging assembly includes at least a backlight image; and the identification module is configured to make a classification of the existing key ...

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Номер записи: 23
11-01-2018 дата публикации

FUEL PUMP AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20180010607A1
Автор: FURUHASHI Daiji, SAKAI Hiromi
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A suction side end part of a suction guide passage and a discharge side end part of a discharge guide passage are opposed to each other with a gap therebetween. At a deviation angle at which contraction of a pump chamber starts, an outer peripheral part of the discharge side end part is formed along an inner tooth, and an inner peripheral part of the discharge side end part is formed along an outer tooth. A working tool that rotates and cuts circularly is moved around on a pump housing in a single continuous line to form an outline of the discharge guide passage, thereby forming the discharge guide passage. The working tool is moved around on the pump housing in a single continuous line to form an outline of the suction guide passage, thereby forming the suction guide passage. 1. A fuel pump comprising:an outer gear that includes a plurality of inner teeth;an inner gear that includes a plurality of outer teeth and is eccentric from the outer gear in an eccentric direction to be engaged with the outer gear; anda pump housing that rotatably accommodates the outer gear and the inner gear, wherein:the outer gear and the inner gear expand and contract volume of a plurality of pump chambers formed between both the gears, and rotate to sequentially suction fuel into the plurality of pump chambers and discharge fuel from the plurality of pump chambers; a sliding surface on which the outer gear and the inner gear slide;', 'a suction guide passage that suctions fuel into the plurality of pump chambers as a guide passage that is recessed from the sliding surface and extends in a circumferential direction of the pump housing; and', 'a discharge guide passage that discharges fuel from the plurality of pump chambers as the guide passage that is recessed from the sliding surface and extends in the circumferential direction;, 'the pump housing includesa suction side end part of the suction guide passage and a discharge side end part of the discharge guide passage are opposed to ...

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Номер записи: 24
15-01-2015 дата публикации

KEY AND CYLINDER LOCKING ASSEMBLY CORRESPONDING TO SAID KEY

Номер: US20150013404A1
Автор: MIGLIASSO Marco, VALENTE Massimo
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The invention concerns a key whose blade comprises axially a window () forming an opening throughout the thickness of the blade between two opposite faces thereof, and a set of rollers () mounted in series along said windows with each roller being mounted freely rotating around a spindle () fixed transversal to the window. 1. A key with a blade comprising an axialwindow which forms an opening through the thickness of the blade from one side face to an opposite one and in which at least two rollers are mounted to rotate freely around respective spindles fixed transversely across said window trough said blade in the thickness thereof.2. A key according to claim 1 , several rollers are arranged successively one after the other along said window claim 1 , in a series along said key blade claim 1 , said rollers being selected from interchangeable rollers of various different diameters and ordered in said series to conform to at least of part of a key signature.3. A key according to claim 2 , wherein at least some of said rollers have a diameter greater than the thickness of said blade and are mounted rotationally around said respective spindles in the median plane of the key claim 2 , so that they projects on either side of said blade from said blade faces.4. A locking assembly wherein keys according to are for use with a lock cylinder with a rotor and a stator comprising a set of pins and counter-pins which claim 1 , by their respective positioning claim 1 , enable rotation of the rotor in the stator for locking or unlocking claim 1 , said pins being arranged to slide radially in the rotor so that it corresponds to a roller when the key is inserted into the lock cylinder.5. A locking assembly according to claim 5 , wherein the diameter of each roller is determined such that when the key is inserted into the lock cylinder the surface of the roller will cooperate with the end of a corresponding pin.6. A locking assembly according to claim 6 , wherein said rollers are ...

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Номер записи: 25
17-01-2019 дата публикации

RESET MECHANISM

Номер: US20190015907A1
Автор: Cao Guozhong, Chen Junfeng, HAN Shiting, HAO Yijie, He Yuan, Li Chenglong, XI Yongfeng
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The invention relates to a reset mechanism of the key duplication device which comprises a reset apparatus, a spindle and a body, wherein the spindle is inserted into the body and is rotatably connected to the body. Between workspace and a loading area, the body is repeatedly moveable along the spindle. The reset mechanism comprises an elastic member connected with the body. Elastic forces of the elastic member always act on the body and move the body toward the workspace. After the body is rotated to the loading area against the elastic forces of the elastic member, when a withdrawal force exceeds the elastic forces, the body automatically returns to the workspace under the influence of the elastic forces. The fewer and easier operating steps the more efficient work of the reset mechanism is, and the mechanism more conforms to the ergonomics design. 1. A reset mechanism for a key duplication device comprising a reset apparatus , a spindle and a body , whereinthe spindle is inserted into the body and is rotatably connected to the body, wherein the body is repeatedly moveable along the spindle, between a workspace and a loading area, whereinthe reset apparatus comprises an elastic member connected with the body, wherein elastic forces of the elastic member always act on and moves the body toward the workspace, wherein after the body is rotated to the loading area against the elastic forces of the elastic member, when a withdrawal force exceeds the elastic forces, the body automatically returns to the workspace under influence of the elastic forces.2. The reset mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic member is a torsion spring mounted on the spindle claim 1 , whereina first torsion arm of the torsion spring is connected with the body which always moves towards the workspace, and wherein the second torsion arm is fixed relatively to the spindle.3. The reset mechanism according to claim 2 , wherein the mechanism comprises a self-locking assembly claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 26
17-01-2019 дата публикации

KEY CUTTING MACHINE AND A FIXTURE FOR KEY CUTTING MACHINE

Номер: US20190015908A1
Автор: Cao Guozhong, Chen Junfeng, HAN Shiting, HAO Yijie, He Yuan, Li Chenglong, XI Yongfeng
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The invention discloses a fixture for a key cutting machine, comprising a base, a clamping mechanism and a rotating assembly, wherein the clamping mechanism comprises a first clamping block, a second clamping block, a central shaft and an adjusting piece, wherein one end of the central shaft is connected to the base and sequentially passes through the first clamping block and the second clamping block, wherein the adjusting piece is disposed at the other end of the central shaft for adjusting the distance between the first clamping block and the second clamping block in order to hold the key, wherein the rotating assembly is disposed between the first clamping block and the base, the first clamping block is rotationally connected to the base. Providing that the volume and the size of the key cutting machine fixture do not change, one can freely switch between different clamping surfaces using only a small directional force, which makes for flexible operation, no dead spots and strong applicability. 1. A fixture for a key cutting machine , comprising a base , a clamping mechanism and a rotating assembly , whereinthe clamping mechanism comprises a first clamping block, a second clamping block, a central shaft and an adjusting piece, wherein one end of the central shaft is connected to the base and sequentially passes through the first clamping block and the second clamping block, wherein the adjusting piece is disposed at the other end of the central shaft for adjusting the distance between the first clamping block and the second clamping block in order to hold the key, wherein the rotating assembly is disposed between the first clamping block and the base, the first clamping block is rotationally connected to the base.2. The fixture for a key cutting machine according to claim 1 , wherein the rotating assembly comprises a rotating wedge and a first ratchet which is arranged on the base claim 1 , wherein the rotating wedge disposed on the base possesses a second ...

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Номер записи: 27
18-01-2018 дата публикации

BIT FOR DRILLING WITH CASING OR LINER STRING AND MANUFACTURE THEREOF

Номер: US20180016847A1
Автор: CUILLIER DE MAINDREVILLE Bruno, GALLEGO Gilles, THIGPEN Gary M.
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A bit for drilling with a casing or liner string includes: a tubular stem made from a high strength metal or alloy; a head: having a cutting face with an inner cone, an outer shoulder, and an intermediate nose between the cone and the shoulder; attached to an end of the stem; and made from a nonferrous metal or alloy; a plurality of blades formed integrally with the head, made from the nonferrous metal or alloy, and each extending from a center of the cutting face to the shoulder; a plurality of superhard cutters mounted along each blade; a plurality of gauge pads formed integrally with the stem; and a flush joint formed between each blade and a respective gauge pad. A yield strength of the high strength metal or alloy is at least twice a yield strength of the nonferrous metal or alloy. 1. A bit for drilling with a casing or liner string , comprising:a tubular stem made from a high strength metal or alloy; having a cutting face with an inner cone, an outer shoulder, and an intermediate nose between the cone and the shoulder;', 'attached to an end of the stem; and', 'made from a nonferrous metal or alloy;, 'a heada plurality of blades formed integrally with the head, made from the nonferrous metal or alloy, and each extending from a center of the cutting face to the shoulder;a plurality of superhard cutters mounted along each blade;a plurality of gauge pads formed integrally with the stem; anda flush joint formed between each blade and a respective gauge pad,wherein a yield strength of the high strength metal or alloy is at least twice a yield strength of the nonferrous metal or alloy.2. The bit of claim 1 , wherein:the high strength metal or alloy is steel, andthe nonferrous metal or alloy is nickel-based.3. The bit of claim 1 , further comprising a layer of hardfacing deposited on a bottom or outer surface of each blade and an outer surface of each pad.4. The bit of claim 1 , wherein:the bit further comprises a lock joint and a lap joint attaching the head to the ...

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Номер записи: 28
16-01-2020 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATION MACHINE

Номер: US20200016668A1
Автор: Bass Michael A., Drake Robert E., Mutch William R., Porras Randall A., Ryai, SR. Richard W., Thompson Chester O.D.
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Apparatus, methods, and other embodiments associated with a key duplication machine are described. In one embodiment, an assembly for duplicating a master key includes an optical imaging device, a logic, a clamping assembly, and a cutting member. The optical imaging device is capable of capturing an optical image of at least a portion of the master key. The logic is capable of determining a key pattern of the master key from the optical image of the master key. The clamping assembly is capable of clamping a key blank and the cutting member is capable of cutting a key pattern into said key blank. 1. A key duplication system , comprising:a key blank identification system to identify keys including a housing with an optical imaging device, a database and a logic wherein said optical imaging device captures an image of a master key, said logic identifies features of the master key, and said logic compares said features of the master key with data in said database; anda key cutting system for cutting keys, wherein the key cutting system includes at least one cutting member configured to receive a blade of a key to be cut by said at least one cutting member;wherein the key blank identification system is configured to interact and share information.2. The key duplication system of wherein said database includes key blank data.3. The key duplication system of wherein said database includes data that relates to physical dimensions of key blanks.4. The key duplication system of wherein said optical imaging device captures an image of a portion of a key blank or a master key.5. The key duplication system of wherein said optical imaging device captures an image of a portion of said master key to compare said image with a plurality of key blanks to aid in determining an appropriate key blank.6. The key duplication system of wherein said optical imaging device captures an image of a portion of said master key and utilizes said image to provide key pattern information to be cut ...

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Номер записи: 29
17-02-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR MANUFACTURING OF HONEYCOMB EXTRUSION DIES AND MANUFACTURING METHODS THEREOF

Номер: US20220048234A1
Автор: Antesberger Timothy Eugene, Coots Dana Eugene, Sidebottom Neil James
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A method of manufacturing an extrusion die (). The method comprises providing the extrusion die (), the extrusion die () having a plurality of die pins () defining a plurality of slots (), the plurality of die pins () having an initial die pin width and an initial die pin depth and the plurality of slots having an initial slot width (Ws) and an initial slot depth (Ds), providing a micro-milling machine () with a spindle (), providing a micro-cutting tool () coupled to the spindle (), mounting the extrusion die () proximate the micro-cutting tool (), and removing material from one or more die pins () using the micro-cutting tool (), the micro-cutting tool () making one or more cutting passes against the one or more die pins () to remove the material. Micro-milling apparatuses and further methods are provided, as are other aspects. 1. A micro-milling system comprising:{'claim-text': ['a spindle, and', 'a micro-cutting tool coupled to the spindle; and'], '#text': 'a micro-milling machine comprising:'}an extrusion die comprising a plurality of die pins defining a plurality of slots, the extrusion die secured by the micro-milling machine proximate the micro-cutting tool.2. The micro-milling system of further comprising an integrated vision system claim 1 , the integrated vision system configured to capture location data of the plurality of die pins.3. The micro-milling system of further comprising a controller claim 2 , the controller generating a numerical control file that comprises locations of the plurality of die pins using at least the location data captured by the integrated vision system.4. The micro-milling system of wherein the locations of the plurality of die pins are each determined with an accuracy of 1 micron or more accurate.5. The micro-milling system of wherein the micro-milling machine further comprises a tool arm connected to the micro-cutting tool and configured to move the micro-cutting tool with respect to the extrusion die.6. The micro-milling ...

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Номер записи: 30
01-02-2018 дата публикации

Tool for cutting the isthmuses of printed circuit boards

Номер: US20180035547A1
Автор: Andrea CARINI
Принадлежит: PIERGIACOMI SUD-S RL

A tool for cutting the isthmuses in slots of a plate comprising PCBs includes: a base plate, a spindle having a shank and a cutting tip, a spindle support fixed to the base plate and revolvingly supporting the spindle, a head fixed to the base plate and provided with a through hole wherein the shank of the spindle is disposed, a guide mounted on the head and provided with a through hole wherein the cutting tip of the spindle is disposed, in such manner that a portion of the cutting tip of the spindle protrudes from the guide, the guide having a guide rib disposed in alignment with the cutting tip of the spindle and suitable for being inserted into the holes of the plate comprising the PCBs to guide a relative movement of the plate comprising the PCBs with respect to the tool.

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Номер записи: 31
24-02-2022 дата публикации

IN-SITU CUTTING ON WING-TO-FUSELAGE ATTACHMENT OF AIRCRAFT USING ON-WING TOOL

Номер: US20220055165A1
Автор: Deen Craig, Midyette Mark, Parchment Harlon
Принадлежит: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of Homeland Security

In one example, an on-wing method for in-situ cutting on a wing-to-fuselage attachment includes attaching a first mount plate having a first linear bearing to provide movement in a first linear direction relative to the first mount plate, attaching a second mount plate having a second linear bearing to provide movement in a second linear direction relative to the second mount plate, attaching a tool mounting member to the second linear bearing to move with the second linear bearing, attaching a cutter to the tool mounting member to be adjustable relative to the second linear bearing, adjusting a depth position of a cut to be made on the wing-to-fuselage attachment, adjusting a width position of the cut, and moving the tool along a length direction of the cut to make the cut on the wing-to-fuselage attachment along the length direction at the adjusted depth position and the adjusted width position. 1. An on-wing method for in-situ cutting on a wing-to-fuselage attachment of a wing and a fuselage of an aircraft , the on-wing method comprising:attaching a first mount plate to the aircraft in vicinity of the wing-to-fuselage attachment, a first linear bearing being disposed on the first mount plate to provide movement in a first linear direction with respect to the first mount plate;attaching a second mount plate to the first linear bearing to move with the first linear bearing, a second linear bearing being disposed on the second mount plate to provide movement in a second linear direction with respect to the second mount plate;attaching a tool mounting member to the second linear bearing to move with the second linear bearing;attaching a cutter to the tool mounting member to be adjustable relative to the second linear bearing;adjusting a depth position of a cut to be made on the wing-to-fuselage attachment, by adjusting one of (i) the first linear bearing in the first linear direction and (ii) the second linear bearing in the second linear direction, along a depth ...

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Номер записи: 32
09-02-2017 дата публикации

HIGH SECURITY KEY SCANNING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170039447A1
Автор: Fiore Thomas F., Mutch William R., Porras Randall A., Thompson Chester O.D.
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A high security key scanning system and method is provided. The scanning system may comprise a sensing device configured to determine information and characteristics of a master high security key, and a digital logic to analyze the information and characteristics of the master key. The sensing device may be configured to capture information about the geometry of features cut into the surface of the master key. The logic may analyze the information related to that geometry and compare it to known characteristics of that style of high security key in order to determine the data needed to replicate the features on a new high security key blank. The system may be configured to capture the surface geometry using a camera or other imaging device. The system may utilize object coating techniques, illumination techniques, filtering techniques, image processing techniques, and feature extraction techniques to capture the desired features. 1. A high security key scanning system comprising:an imaging device configured to capture at least one image of a portion of a first side of a blade of a high security master key,a first light source positioned to direct light at a first angle towards the first side of said blade of the high security master key at the imaging position;a second light source positioned to direct light at a second angle towards the first side said blade of the high security master key at the imaging position, wherein said captured image reveals surface features formed into the face of at least a portion of said blade; anda logic configured to analyze the at least one captured image to determine characteristics of said surface features.2. The key scanning system of claim 1 , wherein said logic further compares said characteristics of said surface features with cut code data of known lock styles.3. The key scanning system of claim 2 , wherein said cut code data includes at least one of spacing dimensions and cut positions.4. The key scanning system of claim 2 , ...

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Номер записи: 33
06-02-2020 дата публикации

KEY TRACKING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATION

Номер: US20200038970A1
Автор: Lee Eric John
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A Key Tracking System and Method of Operation allows a user to store a digital image of a key in a memory storage on a mobile device. The digital image of the key is stored with a plurality of keys for a user, creating a database of key images that are viewable for comparison, cutting references, key location identity, and other common key organization and tracking features. The stored digital image of the key is used to comparatively identify the key amongst digital images of a plurality of keys. The stored digital image of key can be compared with an image of a corresponding recall key in order to cut a key bitting for the key that substantially matches the key bitting of the recall key. The stored digital image of the key is associated with a location of a corresponding keyway structure that graphically displays on a digital map. 1. A computer software-implemented key tracking method comprising the steps of:providing a mobile electronic computing device of a user having a camera operably coupled thereto and a memory resident thereon;capturing, through the camera on the mobile electronic computing device of the user, a digital image of a key;utilizing a key-tracking mobile software application resident on the memory of the mobile electronic computing device of the user to obtain a unique key identifier associated with a key bitting corresponding with the key and from the digital image of the key;inputting a key description through a user interface of a display of the mobile electronic computing device of the user and associating the key description with the unique key identifier;storing the unique key identifier and key description on the memory of the mobile electronic computing device of the user, the memory having a plurality of unique key identifiers with associated key descriptions resident thereon and corresponding with a plurality of keys of the user;receiving, through the camera on the mobile electronic computing device of the user, a secondary digital ...

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Номер записи: 34
15-02-2018 дата публикации

FORMING CLOSELY SPACED ANNULAR INTERNAL CORRUGATIONS IN CIRCULAR WAVEGUIDES

Номер: US20180043443A1
Автор: DiMartino Michelangelo, Moeller Charles P.
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An apparatus for cutting annular corrugations in an interior surface of a cylindrical tube having a cutter head comprising a plurality of cutting teeth; a drive shaft coupled to the cutter head for spinning the cutter head; a mandrel coupled to the cutter head, wherein the mandrel defines a longitudinal axis, wherein an axis of rotation of the cutter head is parallel to, but in a position not coaxial with the axis of rotation of the cutter head; an outer eccentric coupled to mandrel, wherein the outer eccentric rotates the mandrel, wherein the axis of rotation orbits around the longitudinal axis. 1. A method of forming corrugations on an interior surface of a cylindrical tube:inserting a cutter head into the cylindrical tube;inserting, after the inserting the cutter head, a mandrel into the cylindrical tube following the cutter head;directing the cutter head to a furthest position within the cylindrical tube at which said corrugations are to be formed;spinning the cutter head;misaligning an axis of rotation of the cutter head and a longitudinal axis of the cylindrical tube while maintaining the axis of rotation parallel to the longitudinal axis, wherein cutting teeth of the cutter head are brought into contact with the inner surface;orbiting the axis of rotation of the cutter head around the longitudinal axis while maintaining the axis of rotation parallel to the longitudinal axis, wherein the cutting teeth of the cutter head traverse the circumference of the inner surface, wherein first corrugations of uniform depth and spacing are formed in an annular pattern around the interior surface;moving the axis of rotation toward alignment with the longitudinal axis while maintaining the axis of rotation parallel to the longitudinal axis, wherein the cutting teeth of the cutter head are brought out of contact with the inner surface;pulling, after the moving, the cutter head toward the mandrel to a position adjacent to the first corrugations;again misaligning, after the ...

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Номер записи: 35
19-02-2015 дата публикации

FABRICATION SYSTEM FOR KEY MAKING MACHINE

Номер: US20150050094A1
Автор: Gerlings Phillip
Принадлежит: The Hillman Group Inc.

A fabrication system is disclosed for use in a key making machine. The fabrication system may have a housing with a slot configured to receive a key blank, and a receiving unit configured to accept a shank of the key blank at the slot. The receiving unit may be configured to mechanically align the shank as it is inserted by a user. The fabrication system may also have a clamp movable between an open position and a closed position, and an actuator. The actuator may be configured to move the receiving unit and the key blank to the clamp, and to move the receiving unit away from the key blank after the clamp has moved to the closed position. 1. A fabrication system for a key making machine , comprising:a housing having a slot configured to receive a key blank;a receiving unit configured to accept a shank of the key blank at the slot, the receiving unit configured to mechanically align the shank as it is inserted by a user;a clamp movable between an open position and a closed position; andan actuator configured to move the receiving unit and the key blank to the clamp, and to move the receiving unit away from the key blank after the clamp has moved to the closed position.2. The fabrication system of claim 1 , wherein the receiving unit includes:a base member configured to engage a first edge of the key blank; anda shelf member spring loaded to push against a second edge of the key blank.3. The fabrication system of claim 2 , wherein the base member and the shelf member include features configured to engage shoulders of the key blank that limit insertion of the key blank into the receiving unit.4. The fabrication system of claim 3 , further including a movable end stop configured to engage a tip end of the shank.5. The fabrication system of claim 4 , wherein the movable end stop forms a portion of a linear measurement device configured to measure a length of the shank.6. The fabrication system of claim 1 , wherein the clamp includes:a stationary base;an anvil;at least ...

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Номер записи: 36
15-02-2018 дата публикации

HIGH SECURITY KEY SCANNING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180046881A1
Автор: Fiore Thomas F., Mutch William R., Porras Randall A., Thompson Chester O.D.
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A high security key scanning system and method is provided. The scanning system may comprise a sensing device configured to determine information and characteristics of a master high security key, and a digital logic to analyze the information and characteristics of the master key. The sensing device may be configured to capture information about the geometry of features cut into the surface of the master key. The logic may analyze the information related to that geometry and compare it to known characteristics of that style of high security key in order to determine the data needed to replicate the features on a new high security key blank. The system may be configured to capture the surface geometry using a camera or other imaging device. The system may utilize object coating techniques, illumination techniques, filtering techniques, image processing techniques, and feature extraction techniques to capture the desired features. 1. A high security key scanning system comprising:an imaging device configured to capture at least one image of a portion of a first side of a blade of a high security master key;one or more light sources positioned to direct light along a light path towards the first side of said blade of the high security master key at the imaging position;a mirror positioned towards the imaging position to align an optical path with said imaging device, said optical path traverses though said light path of said one or more light sources;wherein said at least one image reveals surface features formed into a face of at least a portion of said blade; anda logic configured to analyze the captured image to determine characteristics of said surface features.2. The key scanning system of claim 1 , wherein said high security master key is a sidewinder key.3. The key scanning system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of light sources are controlled to be individually turned on and off to direct light onto the surface of the high security master key.4. The key ...

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Номер записи: 37
13-02-2020 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATING MACHINE

Номер: US20200047261A1
Автор: "TOME Enrico", BIANCHI Massimo, POL Giorgio, REBULL David
Принадлежит: KEYLINE S.P.A.

A key duplicating machine includes a clamp configured to retain a key to be copied, a reader assembly for reading cuts of the key, and a cutting tool for reproducing the cuts on a blank key. The reader includes a support bearing a feeler element with an end which contacts the cuts on the key and is movable with respect to the support along a first reference direction (Y) parallel to a resting plane. A position sensor, in electronic communication with a controller, continuously detects position changes along the first reference direction (Y) of the feeler element with respect to the support. The support or the clamp is movable along at least a second reference direction (X) that is orthogonal to the first reference direction. During movement of the support or clamp along the second reference direction, the reading end maintains contact with the cuts to follow the cut shapes. 1. A machine for duplicating keys , comprising:a clamp configured to block at least one flat key to be copied, wherein said clamp defines a resting plane for said key;a reading assembly for reading the cuts of said key; a support bearing a feeler element, wherein said feeler element is movable, with respect to said support, along a first reference direction (Y) parallel to said resting plane, said feeler element comprising a reading end contacting said original key at said cuts;', 'elastic means interposed between said support and said feeler element, wherein said elastic means push said feeler element away from said support so that said reading end is in contact with said cuts;', 'a position sensor configured to detect the position, or the change of position along said first reference direction (Y), of said feeler element with respect to said support, said position sensor being electrically connected to a control unit of said machine,', 'wherein a component, selected from said support and said clamp is movable along at least a second reference direction (X) orthogonal to said first reference ...

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Номер записи: 38
13-02-2020 дата публикации

BALL END MILL

Номер: US20200047263A1
Автор: Maeda Katsutoshi, Yokokawa Mitsuhiro
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A ball end mill according to the present invention includes an end mill body which is formed in a shaft shape, a plurality of convex arcuate end cutting edges which are disposed on a tip portion of the end mill body at intervals around an axis and form a hemispherical shape such that a rotational locus around the axis has a center on the axis, and a plurality of gashes which are respectively disposed to be adjacent to the plurality of end cutting edges in an end mill rotation direction around the axis. The plurality of end cutting edges includes a first end cutting edge longest among the plurality of end cutting edges, a second end cutting edge which is adjacent to the first end cutting edge in the end mill rotation direction and a third end cutting edge which is adjacent to the second end cutting edge in the end mill rotation direction. 1. A ball end mill comprising:an end mill body which is formed in a shaft shape;a plurality of convex arcuate end cutting edges which are disposed on a tip portion of the end mill body at intervals around an axis and form a hemispherical shape such that a rotational locus around the axis has a center on the axis; anda plurality of gashes which are respectively disposed to be adjacent to the plurality of end cutting edges in an end mill rotation direction around the axis, a first end cutting edge of which a cutting edge length toward an inside in a radial direction orthogonal to the axis is longest among the plurality of end cutting edges,', 'a second end cutting edge which is adjacent to the first end cutting edge in the end mill rotation direction and of which a cutting edge length toward the inside in the radial direction is shorter than that of the first end cutting edge, and', 'a third end cutting edge which is adjacent to the second end cutting edge in the end mill rotation direction and of which a cutting edge length toward the inside in the radial direction is shorter than that of the second end cutting edge,, 'wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 39
03-03-2016 дата публикации

FULLY AUTOMATIC KEY DUPLICATING MACHINE WITH AUTOMATIC KEY MODEL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20160059324A1
Автор: FREEMAN Ari, Freeman Daniel
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A method of duplicating a key includes receiving a master key in a key duplicating machine. The machine automatically detects a cross sectional profile of the master key. The machine automatically determines, based on the detected cross sectional profile, a type and model of the master key. The machine automatically selects a key blank that matches the type and model of the master key, and then automatically cuts the selected key blank to duplicate a key tooth pattern of the master key. 1. A method of duplicating a key , comprising:receiving a master key in a key duplicating machine;automatically detecting, by the key duplicating machine, a cross-sectional profile of the master key;automatically determining, by the key duplicating machine, a type of the master key based on the detected cross-sectional profile of the master key;automatically selecting, by the key duplicating machine, a key blank that matches the type of the master key; andautomatically cutting, by the key duplicating machine, the selected key blank to duplicate a key tooth pattern of the master key.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:automatically detecting, by the key duplicating machine, a blade length of the master key.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:automatically determining, by the key duplicating machine, a model of the master key based on the detected cross-sectional profile and the detected blade length.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the selecting includes selecting the key blank that matches both the determined type and the determined model.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the detecting of the cross-sectional profile is implemented by the key duplicating machine attempting to close a pair of sliding elements claim 1 , having a profile of a particular type of key claim 1 , around a blade of the master key claim 1 , and determining that the master key is of the particular type based on the sliding elements successfully closing around the blade.6. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 40
01-03-2018 дата публикации

TOOLING FOR MACHINING A GROOVE OF A TURBINE ENGINE CASING

Номер: US20180056406A1
Автор: COUE Kévin, Mery Laureline, Paixao Adrien
Принадлежит: SAFRAN AIRCRAFT ENGINES

The invention relates to tooling () for machining an annular groove of a turbine engine casing, wherein said tooling () comprises a machining tool (), a baseplate (), first means of positioning () the machining tool () in relation to the baseplate () along a first axis (Y) forming a radial axis, second means of positioning () the machining tool () in relation to the baseplate () along a second axis (X) perpendicular to the first axis (Y), wherein said second axis (X) extends along the axis of the groove and of the annular casing and third means of positioning capable of positioning the baseplate () axially and radially in relation to the groove of the casing. 1. A tooling for machining an annular groove of an annular casing of a turbine engine , said tooling comprising:a machining tool;a baseplate;a first means of positioning the machining tool in relation to the baseplate along a first axis forming a radial axis;a second means of positioning the machining tool in relation to the baseplate along a second axis perpendicular to the first axis, wherein said second axis extends along an axis of the annular groove and of the annular casing; 'at least one bearing area of the baseplate for at least one of engaging and resting radially and axially in a form-fitting manner on radial sides delimiting the annular groove of the annular casing of the turbine engine; and', 'a third means of positioning of for positioning the baseplate axially and radially in relation to the annular groove of the annular casing, wherein said third means of positioning includesa pressure means for holding the baseplate against the annular casing.2. The tooling according to claim 1 , wherein the first means of positioning comprises a micrometric ring for adapting the position of the machining tool along the first axis claim 1 , by rotating the micrometric ring.3. The tooling according to claim 2 , wherein the second means of positioning comprises a micrometric table having a mobile support that is ...

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Номер записи: 41
20-02-2020 дата публикации

Element and method for providing dismantling groove

Номер: US20200055126A1
Автор: Magnus Fridlund
Принадлежит: VALINGE INNOVATION AB

An element with an insertion groove and a dismantling groove. A method for providing a dismantling groove in an element for a product to be assembled by a plurality of elements locked by a locking arrangement including a flexible tongue. The method includes providing an insertion groove and a dismantling groove in the same element. The dismantling groove extends along the element between a first side and a second side and is configured for receiving the flexible tongue of the locking arrangement for locking the element to another element having a tongue groove. The dismantling groove is provided in the element such that it extends from the first side to the insertion groove and along a portion of the insertion groove, and is configured to receive a dismantling tool for dismantling the element from the other element.

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Номер записи: 42
20-02-2020 дата публикации

MACHINING BALL TRACKS AND GUIDE WEBS OF A JOINT INNER PART

Номер: US20200055127A1
Автор: FERNÁNDEZ MAROTO Miguel Ángel, FRANKE Horst, GIRÁLDEZ LÓPEZ Miguel Ángel
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Machining ball tracks and guiding webs of an inner part for a constant velocity joint in a clamping arrangement includes mechanical machining of at least one first ball track in a first rotational position; rotating the articulated inner part into a second rotational position for machining at least one further ball track; wherein at least one guiding web is mechanically machined during the rotating of the inner joint part from the first rotational position into the second rotational position. A corresponding device is used for machining ball tracks and guiding webs of an inner joint part. 118-. (canceled)19. A method for machining ball tracks and guiding webs of an inner joint part for a constant velocity joint in one clamping , comprising:mechanically machining at least a first ball track in a first rotational position; androtating the inner joint part into a second rotational position for machining at least a further ball track;wherein at least one guiding web is mechanically machined during the rotation of the inner joint part from the first rotational position to the second rotational position; andwherein the guiding webs are machined by a web machining tool with a machining contour which rotates around an axis of rotation that extends radially to a longitudinal axis of the inner joint part.20. The method of claim 19 , wherein the second rotational position corresponds to the ball track to be machined next claim 19 , or next but one claim 19 , in the circumferential direction.21. The method of claim 19 , wherein the rotation from the first rotational position to the second rotational position is continuous.22. The method of claim 19 , wherein the web machining tool remains in a machining position required for machining of the guiding webs during the mechanical machining of the ball tracks.23. The method of claim 22 , wherein the web machining tool is advanced radially from a starting position into the machining position during machining of the first ball track ...

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Номер записи: 43
02-03-2017 дата публикации

KEY BLANK IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM WITH GROOVE SCANNING

Номер: US20170061240A1
Автор: Mutch William R., Thompson Chester O.D.
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A key identification system is provided. The key identification system comprises an imaging system to capture an image of a master key, and a logic to analyze the captured image. The imaging system may be capture an image of a groove in the master key from an angle between perpendicular and parallel to the blade of said master key. The logic analyzes the captured image to compare characteristics of the groove with groove characteristics of known key blanks to determine the likelihood of a match between the master key and a known key blank. The key identification system may further compensate for displacement or orientation of the master key with respect to the imaging system when analyzing characteristics of the groove. 1. A key identification system comprising:an imaging system including a camera configured to capture an image of the tip of a master key, wherein said image includes a contour;a logic configured to analyze said captured image to determine characteristics of said contour and compare said characteristics with characteristics of known key blanks to determine the likelihood of a match between said master key and a known key blank; andwherein said logic accounts for positional variations of said master key with respect to said imaging system to determine characteristics of said contour.2. The key identification system of claim 1 , wherein said logic includes a database containing data related to characteristics of grooves of known key blanks.3. The key identification system of claim 1 , wherein said imaging system includes a reflecting device.4. The key identification system of claim 1 , wherein said imaging system includes a light.5. The key identification system of claim 4 , wherein said light is directed toward said reflecting device.6. The key identification system of wherein said light includes a shield to direct light away from said master key.7. The key identification system of claim 1 , wherein said captured image is a digital image.8. The key ...

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Номер записи: 44
22-05-2014 дата публикации

DRILL BIT

Номер: US20140140782A1
Автор: Lampe Rainer
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.

The invention relates to a rock drill comprising an insertion portion, a flute adjoined to the insertion portion, and a head portion adjoined to the flute, wherein the flute is of at least double-spiral configuration and correspondingly has at least two substantially spiral discharge grooves, to which respectively two substantially spiral flute webs forming the lateral groove walls are assigned. It is proposed that a constant spiral pitch is assigned to the first discharge groove, inclusive of the lateral groove walls thereof, along the drill longitudinal axis, and that at least one of the two flute webs assigned to the first discharge groove has or have along the drill longitudinal axis, at least in sections, a web spine width which changes, in particular, alternately. 1. A rock drill comprising an insertion portion , a flute adjoined to the insertion portion , and a head portion adjoined to the flute , wherein the flute is of at least double-spiral configuration and correspondingly has at least two substantially spiral discharge grooves , to which respectively two substantially spiral flute webs forming the lateral groove walls are assigned ,wherein a constant spiral pitch is assigned to the first discharge groove, inclusive of the lateral groove walls thereof, along the drill longitudinal axis, and in that at least one of the two flute webs assigned to the first discharge groove has or have along the drill longitudinal axis, at least in sections, a web spine width which changes, in particular alternately.2. The rock drill as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first discharge groove claim 1 , related to the cross section perpendicular to the drill longitudinal axis claim 1 , has an identical cross sectional contour substantially over the entire flute.3. The rock drill as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the entire flute claim 1 , viewed in cross section perpendicular to the drill longitudinal axis claim 1 , in any event with respect to the configuration of the flute ...

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Номер записи: 45
08-03-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A STATOR OR MACHINING THE INNER WALL OF A STATOR

Номер: US20180065193A1
Автор: Reisinger Walter
Принадлежит: 3 S SCHNECKEN + SPINDELN + SPIRALEN BEARBEITUNGESELLSCHAFT M.B.H.

Disclosed is a method for manufacturing a stator for an eccentric screw motor where at least two milling heads are used for machining the inner wall of the stator tube, wherein, at the start of the machining, one of the milling heads is brought to a predetermined position near the stator with respect to the end of the stator tube, the milling head is fed into the tube interior along its linear axis from this predetermined position, and a thread is machined until the milling head reaches at least the longitudinal center of the stator tube or exceeds a predetermined value, and the second milling head starts its machining of the inner wall surface of the stator tube at this point, wherein the milling head is moved along its linear axis and rotated about its rotary axis until the milling head reaches the centre of the stator tube. 16410. A method for manufacturing a stator or for machining the inner wall of a stator for an eccentric screw or eccentric screw motor by milling of the stator tube () , wherein at least one milling head () is fed in the tube interior to form the tube inner contour or the threads () ,characterised in that{'b': 4', '4', '6', '4', '6', '6, 'at least two milling heads (, ′) are used for machining the inner wall of the stator tube (), wherein, at the start of the machining, one of the milling heads () is brought () to a predetermined position near the stator with respect to the end (I) of the stator tube (),'}{'b': 4', '1', '1', '10', '6, 'the milling head () is accelerated to machining speed with respect to its rotary axis (C) and with respect to its linear axis (Z) and fed into the tube interior and along its linear axis (Z) from this predetermined position, wherein a thread () is machined until the milling head reaches at least the longitudinal centre of the stator tube () or exceeds a predetermined value,'}{'b': 10', '4', '6', '10', '4', '10', '6', '4', '6', '4', '2', '4', '6, 'depending on the course of the individual threads () and on the ...

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Номер записи: 46
11-03-2021 дата публикации

KEY CUTTING APPARATUS

Номер: US20210069803A1
Автор: CROWTHER Polly, Horsfall David Anthony
Принадлежит: ICONX LTD

Key cutting apparatus for cutting a new key to replicate an existing key. The apparatus comprising a reader determining the type of key blank to be cut and the required shape for the blank to be cut to. A plurality of magazines for retaining a supply of a number of different types of key blanks are provided. A key cutter is provided for cutting a new key from a blank in response to the measured shape of the existing key. A key carrying arrangement is provided to fetch a required key blank from a respective magazine and take the required key blank to the key cutter. 1. Key cutting apparatus for cutting a new key to replicate an existing key , the apparatus comprising:an optical reader to read the shape of the existing key, the reader determining the type of key blank to be cut and the required shape for the blank to be cut to; a plurality of magazines configured to receive a plurality of key blanks stacked in substantially identical alignment, with a respective magazine for respective types of key blank, the magazines including a slot to enable a single key blank to be ejected from the stack of key blanks; and', 'a plurality of dispensers for the plurality of magazines configured to eject key blanks from the magazines, at least one of the plurality of dispensers including an ejector which is slidably movable in the slot to engage with and move the single key blank, wherein the ejector includes a face engageable with the head of a key blank and two arms engageable with sides of a shank of the key blank, the key cutting apparatus further comprising:, 'a blank storage arrangement for retaining a supply of a number of different types of key blanks, the blank storage arrangement includinga key cutter configured to cut a new key from a blank ejected by and obtained from the dispenser in accordance with the determined required shape of the existing key.2. Key cutting apparatus according to claim 1 , in which the key cutting apparatus further comprises a key carrying ...

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Номер записи: 47
15-03-2018 дата публикации

MACHINE TOOL FOR FORMING RADIATING CABLE

Номер: US20180071837A1
Автор: Cole R. Ryan, Cook Erwin Scott, Eitel Chris A., Tetrick Craig L.
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A system for forming a radiating cable includes radiating machine tool having a cable receiving channel and a carriage. The carriage includes an aperture configured to align with the cable receiving channel, and a milling motor having a milling cutter. A radiating machine tool also includes a carriage receiving structure. A radiating machine is in communication with one or more controllers that receives a feeding speed associated with feeding a coaxial cable into the cable receiving channel, receives a pattern, determines a speed of rotation of the carriage by analyzing the feeding speed and the pattern, causes the carriage to rotate about the axis at the determined speed, and causes the milling cutter to perform one or more cutting actions to create one or more slots forming at least a portion of the pattern in an outer conductor of the coaxial cable. 1. A system for forming a radiating cable , the system comprising: a cable receiving channel,', an aperture configured to align with the cable receiving channel, and', 'a milling motor comprising a milling cutter, and, 'a carriage comprising, 'a carriage receiving structure configured to engage an end of the carriage and cause the carriage to rotate about an axis that is coaxial with the cable receiving channel such that the milling cutter is oriented in a direction perpendicular to the axis; and, 'a radiating machine tool comprising receive a feeding speed associated with feeding a coaxial cable into the cable receiving channel,', 'receive a pattern,', 'determine a speed of rotation of the carriage by analyzing the feeding speed and the pattern,', 'cause the carriage to rotate about the axis at the determined speed, and', 'cause the milling cutter to perform one or more cutting actions to create one or more slots forming at least a portion of the pattern in an outer conductor of the coaxial cable., 'one or more controllers in communication with the radiating machine tool, wherein the one or more controllers are ...

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Номер записи: 48
15-03-2018 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATION MACHINE HAVING PIVOTING CLAMP

Номер: US20180071838A1
Автор: Gerlings Phillip, Perea Lawrence, Schmidt Michael
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A clamp is disclosed for a key making machine. The clamp may have an anvil, and a door movable toward the anvil to sandwich a key blank therebetween. The clamp may also have a gate pivotally connected to the door and configured to engage the key blank. 1. A clamp for a key making machine , comprising:an anvil;a door movable toward the anvil to sandwich a key blank therebetween; anda gate pivotally connected to the door and configured to engage the key blank.2. The clamp of claim 1 , wherein:the door includes a T-shaped recess formed at a lower end adjacent the anvil; andthe gate has a T-shaped frame supported within the T-shaped recess, and a piston extending inward from the gate and configured to engage the key blank.3. The clamp of claim 2 , wherein:the piston has a generally rectangular cross-section, with a length and a width; andan end surface of the piston extends a greater distance toward the key blank at an inner edge than at an outer edge.4. The clamp of claim 3 , wherein the gate further includes motion limiters extending from opposing ends of the T-shaped frame that are configured to engage the door and limit pivoting of the gate.5. The clamp of claim 2 , further including:a clevis connected to the door; anda pin passing through the gate and the clevis.6. The clamp of claim 5 , wherein:the door is generally plate-like, and includes an inwardly extending mounting shelf located at a stem-end of the T-shaped recess, between an upper end and the lower end; andthe clevis includes a mounting plate connected to the inwardly extending mounting shelf, and spaced-apart tabs configured to receive a corresponding portion of the gate therebetween.7. The clamp of claim 1 , further including at least one spring-biased lever arm pivotally connected to the door at an upper end opposite the anvil.8. The clamp of claim 7 , wherein:the door includes an opening formed in the upper end of the door; andthe clamp further includes a motor having a lobed cam configured to engage ...

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Номер записи: 49
05-03-2020 дата публикации

GROOVE PROCESSING APPARATUS

Номер: US20200070256A1
Автор: Park Young Keun
Принадлежит:

A groove processing apparatus of processing a groove having a triangular cross section in a side of a plate material is provided. The groove processing apparatus includes a cutting member, a first driving part and a second driving part. The cutting member cuts the side of the plate material and the first driving part moves the cutting member to first and second positions. The second driving part moves the cutting member in groove processing directions of the plate material. The first position corresponds to any one of the two sides of the triangular shape having the same vertex and the second position corresponds to the other thereof, and the vertex is positioned inside the plate material. 15.-. (canceled)6. A groove processing apparatus for processing a groove having a cross section of a triangular shape in a side of a plate-shaped material , the groove processing apparatus comprising:a cutting member configured to cut a side of the plate-shaped material;a first driving part configured to rotate the cutting member around an axis parallel to a first direction corresponding to a height direction of the plate-shaped material, the first direction being orthogonal to a second direction corresponding to a length direction of the plate-shaped material;a second driving part configured to move the cutting member in the first direction or an opposite direction thereto; anda third driving part configured to move the cutting member in a third direction or an opposite direction thereto in order to control a depth of the groove formed in the side of the plate-shaped material, the third direction being orthogonal to the first and second directions;a support part guiding the plate material in a predetermined direction and supporting the plate material during a process of cutting the plate material; anda guide part provided at one side of the support part to guide the movement of the cutting member in the groove processing directions,wherein the first driving part moves the cutting ...

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Номер записи: 50
14-03-2019 дата публикации

Key blank stack

Номер: US20190076909A1
Автор: Allen Shelton Fisher, Christopher Dean Page, Deborah Johnson Parker
Принадлежит: Kaba Ilco Corp

A key blank loading cartridge includes a sleeve defining a cavity for holding a stack of key blades within a box of key blanks. The key blanks are releasably retained in the cartridge cavity by their blade portions leaving the head portions of the blanks exposed. After having been removed from the box, the so retained stack of key blanks is ready to be loaded as a single unit in a corresponding key blank magazine. Once the head portions of the key blanks have been engaged in the magazine, the sleeve can be pulled off the blanks and returned to the key blank manufacturer and reused in another key blank shipping package.

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Номер записи: 51
14-03-2019 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATION MACHINE HAVING USER-BASED FUNCTIONALITY

Номер: US20190076938A1
Автор: BURKETT Michael, SHOENHAIR Jordan, SPANGLER Todd
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A machine is disclosed for use in duplicating features of an existing key within a key blank. The machine may have an identification module configured to capture data associated with the features of the existing key, a fabrication module configured to cut the features in the key blank based on the data, a user input device, and a controller in communication with the identification module, the fabrication module, and the user input device. The controller may be configured to regulate operation of the identification module and the fabrication module, and to receive input from a user via the user input device. The input may be indicative of the user being a first type of user or a second type of user. The controller may also be configured to selectively implement one of a first mode of operation or a second mode of operation based on the input. 1. A machine for duplicating features of an existing key within a key blank , comprising:an identification module configured to capture data associated with the features of the existing key;a fabrication module configured to cut the features in the key blank based on the data;a user input device; and regulate operation of the identification module and the fabrication module;', 'receive input from a user via the user input device, the input being indicative of the user being a first type of user or a second type of user; and', 'selectively implement one of a first mode of operation or a second mode of operation based on the input,', 'wherein during operation in the first mode, the controller is configured to inhibit duplication of the existing key when the existing key has a transponder., 'a controller in communication with the identification module, the fabrication module, and the user input device, the controller being configured to2. The machine of claim 1 , wherein:the first type of user is a customer; andthe second type of user is a store employee.3. The machine of claim 1 , wherein during operation in the first mode claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 52
22-03-2018 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAINTAINING A KIOSK THAT SCANS AND/OR DUPLICATES KEYS

Номер: US20180079014A1
Автор: Borer Kristopher, Marsh Gregory, Pruitt Paige, Salzbank Zachary
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Systems and methods for maintaining a kiosk that scans and/or duplicates keys are provided. In some embodiments, the system comprises: a kiosk comprising: a key slot disposed in a surface of the kiosk; a key scanning device; a key scanning housing mounted behind the key slot, wherein the key scanning device is positioned in relation to the key scanning housing to facilitate capturing information about the key inserted in the key slot; a vacuum cleaner; a hose connecting the vacuum cleaner and the key scanning housing; and at least one hardware processor that is programmed to: determine that the key is to be scanned; and cause the vacuum cleaner to run creating a partial vacuum in the vicinity of the key scanning housing. 1. A system for scanning a key , the system comprising: a key slot disposed in a surface of the kiosk;', 'a key scanning device;', 'a key scanning housing mounted behind the key slot, wherein the key scanning device is positioned in relation to the key scanning housing to facilitate capturing information about the key inserted in the key slot;', 'a vacuum cleaner;', 'a hose connecting the vacuum cleaner and the key scanning housing; and', determine that the key is to be scanned;', 'electronically receive information from the key scanning device that describes a bitting pattern of the key; and', 'cause the vacuum cleaner to run creating a partial vacuum inside the key scanning housing., 'at least one hardware processor that is programmed to], 'a kiosk comprising2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the kiosk further comprises:a key shaping device that creates a second key using geometric information about the key based at least in part on information about the key captured by the key scanning device; anda second hose connecting the vacuum cleaner and the key shaping device.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the hardware processor is further programmed to cause the vacuum cleaner to run during at least a portion of the operation of the key shaping device ...

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Номер записи: 53
22-03-2018 дата публикации

Systems and methods for maintaining a kiosk that scans and/or duplicates keys

Номер: US20180079015A1
Автор: Gregory Marsh, Kristopher Borer, Paige Pruitt, Zachary Salzbank
Принадлежит: KeyMe LLC

Systems and methods for maintaining a kiosk that scans and/or duplicates keys are provided. In some embodiments, the system comprises: a kiosk comprising: a key slot disposed in a surface of the kiosk; a key scanning device; a key scanning housing mounted behind the key slot, wherein the key scanning device is positioned in relation to the key scanning housing to facilitate capturing information about the key inserted in the key slot; a vacuum cleaner; a hose connecting the vacuum cleaner and the key scanning housing; and at least one hardware processor that is programmed to: determine that the key is to be scanned; and cause the vacuum cleaner to run creating a partial vacuum in the vicinity of the key scanning housing.

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Номер записи: 54
21-03-2019 дата публикации

MECHANICAL ROUGHENING PROFILE MODIFICATION TOOL

Номер: US20190084171A1
Автор: Beyer Timothy George, Dowling, JR. William Edmunds, Stephenson David Alan
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An interpolated roughening cutting tool includes a body having at least first and second cutting elements coupled thereto. The first cutting element includes rectangular cutting teeth. The second cutting element includes non-rectangular cutting teeth. The first and second cutting elements are configured to create grooves in a surface that have a top portion with blunt edge surfaces. 1. An interpolated roughening cutting tool , comprising:a body having at least first and second cutting elements coupled thereto;the first cutting element including rectangular cutting teeth; andthe second cutting element including non-rectangular cutting teeth,the first and second cutting elements are configured to create grooves in a surface that have a top portion with blunt edge surfaces.2. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the first and second cutting elements are configured to create grooves with chamfered edges having a chamfer angle and a chamfer length.3. The tool of claim 2 , wherein the chamfer angle is 20 to 70 degrees.4. The tool of claim 2 , wherein the chamfer length is at most ⅓ of a maximum groove peak width.5. The tool of claim 1 , wherein the rectangular cutting teeth are configured to create groove sides that are substantially perpendicular to the surface.6. The tool of claim 1 , further comprising third claim 1 , fourth claim 1 , fifth claim 1 , and sixth cutting elements.7. The tool of claim 6 , wherein the third cutting element includes rectangular cutting teeth offset from the cutting teeth of the first cutting element.8. The tool of claim 6 , wherein the fourth cutting element includes non-rectangular cutting teeth offset from the cutting teeth of the second cutting element.9. The tool of claim 6 , wherein the fifth and sixth cutting elements each include a substantially flat cutting surface.10. The tool of claim 6 , wherein the first claim 6 , second claim 6 , third claim 6 , fourth claim 6 , fifth claim 6 , and sixth cutting elements are equally spaced around the ...

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Номер записи: 55
02-04-2015 дата публикации

Unit for Duplicating Recesses of a Cylindrical Key

Номер: US20150093208A1
Автор: Litwinski Artur
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It is the object of this invention to provide a unit for duplicating recesses of a key with a cylindrical shank. A unit for duplicating recesses of a key with a cylindrical shank in a duplicating machine, where the key comprises a gripping part and a cylindrical operational shank on the surface of which encoding recesses are made that cooperate with elements to unlock a lock mechanism, such as bolts, and on the outer surface of which, radially to the axis of the key, an abutment is positioned that secures the position of the key in the lock mechanism and transfers driving force from the key to the lock mechanism, where the duplicating machine is provided with two receptacles where in the first receptacle a master key to be duplicated is inserted, and in the other receptacle a blank key is inserted, and the receptacles have a flat key shape in cross-section. The unit has a body with an internal receptacle with a recess for an abutment of the shank of the key where a cylindrical key is inserted, and the unit is provided with elements for securing in a duplicating machine 112345622788282891011642217. A unit for duplicating recesses of a key with a cylindrical shank in a duplicating machine , where the key comprises a gripping part and a cylindrical operational shank , on the surface of which there are positioned encoding recesses that cooperate with elements for unlocking a lock mechanism , such as bolts , and on the outer surface of which , radially to the axis of the key , an abutment is positioned to secure the position of the key in the lock mechanism and to transfer driving force from the key to the lock mechanism , where the duplicating machine is provided with two receptacles , where in the first receptacle a master key to be duplicated is inserted , and in the second receptacle a blank key is inserted and the receptacles have a shape of flat key in cross-section , characterized in that it has a body with an internal receptacle with a recess for an abutment of ...

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Номер записи: 56
30-03-2017 дата публикации

FLOW PATH TRENCHES AND METHODS OF FORMING THE SAME

Номер: US20170089202A1
Автор: Quinn Ryan H., Wilber John E.
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A method of forming a flow path trench in an integrally bladed disk is provided. The method includes tilting a cutting tool relative to a plane defined by the integrally bladed disk, driving the cutting tool at a cutting speed, and moving the cutting tool in a multiple dimensional movement to cut a flow path trench in a surface of the integrally bladed disk. 1. A method of forming a flow path trench in an integrally bladed disk , the method comprising:tilting a cutting tool relative to a plane defined by the integrally bladed disk;driving the cutting tool at a cutting speed; andmoving the cutting tool in a multiple dimensional movement to cut a flow path trench in a surface of the integrally bladed disk.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein a relative incline of a cutting action is between and including 2° and 30° claim 1 , wherein the relative incline is a combination of the tilting of the cutting tool and the multiple dimensional movement.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the tool includes a dovetail shaped cutting head.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising performing a plurality of cuts claim 1 , with each subsequent cut performed at an increasingly higher cutting speed and/or at a greater cutting depth.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cut is performed in a final single pass of the cutting tool over a surface of the integrally bladed disk.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the flow path trench is a feature that causes a discontinuity in a hoop direction of the integrally bladed disk7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the flow path trench is cut with a trench surface having a smooth surface created by a single tool pass.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cut is performed twice to form the flow path trench with a single scallop in a trench surface.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cut is performed three times to form the flow path trench with two scallops in a trench surface.10. An integrally bladed disk formed by the method of .11. An ...

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Номер записи: 57
05-05-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EXTRACTING KEY CODE DATA AND CONFIGURING VEHICLE KEYS

Номер: US20220134450A1
Автор: Deokar Pradnya, Determann Jon, Luaire Florian, Pizer Adam Lee, Robertson Douglas Lawrence
Принадлежит: iKeyless, LLC

A system and method to automatically extract bitting information, such as keycode information, for replicating original/master key. System comprises an imaging device that scans the key blade of the original key and sends images to the server where the keycode gets extracted using an iterative software algorithm based on maximum likelihood principle. In one example a system comprises a kiosk which includes SBC (Single Board Computer), imaging device, touch screen and transponder identification module determines compatible SKU (from internal SKU database) if needed, and a compatible key with a matched cut key blade gets delivered to the location of Kiosk to get paired to the car. Another type system comprises a Smartphone/tablet with CKE application instead of KIOSK to scan the original keyblade. The application sends images to a central server for decoding and cutting a duplicate key, and a compatible duplicate key with matched cut key blade is delivered to the associated customer.

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Номер записи: 58
05-05-2022 дата публикации

KEY BLANK IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM WITH GROOVE SCANNING

Номер: US20220139065A1
Автор: Mutch William R., Thompson Chester O.D.
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A key identification system is provided. The key identification system comprises an imaging system to capture an image of a master key, and a logic to analyze the captured image. The imaging system may be capture an image of a groove in the master key from an angle between perpendicular and parallel to the blade of said master key. The logic analyzes the captured image to compare characteristics of the groove with groove characteristics of known key blanks to determine the likelihood of a match between the master key and a known key blank. The key identification system may further compensate for displacement or orientation of the master key with respect to the imaging system when analyzing characteristics of the groove.

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Номер записи: 59
07-04-2016 дата публикации

Machining device

Номер: US20160096249A1
Автор: Marat Visajtaev
Принадлежит: SIEMENS AG

A machining device, in particular a grinding device, for the machining of slots in a component, in particular radially lying slots in a stationary blade carrier, with a base carrier, a clamping device, which is attached to the base carrier pivotably about a pivot axis and is designed to fix the base carrier on the component to be machined, a guiding rail, which is guided on the base carrier displaceably in a straight line in a guiding plane lying perpendicularly in relation to the pivot axis, and a tool holder head, which is held on the guiding rail pivotably about a rotation axis parallel to the pivot axis and carries fastening means for the attachment of a machining tool is provided.

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Номер записи: 60
07-04-2016 дата публикации

TURBOMACHINE ROTOR BLADE MILLING MACHINE SYSTEM AND METHOD OF FIELD REPAIRING A TURBOMACHINE ROTOR BLADE

Номер: US20160097282A1
Автор: Clark Jason Matthew, Herbold John William, Holmes James Bradford
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A turbomachine rotor blade milling machine system includes a fixture having a body including first and second opposing surfaces and a slot. The fixture is configured and disposed to connect with first and second rotor blade sections mounted in a rotor wheel. A mounting system includes at least one mounting element coupled to one of the first and second opposing surfaces of the body at the slot. A milling machine is coupled to the one of the first and second opposing surfaces through the at least one mounting element. The milling machine includes a cutter and is configured and disposed to form an opening extending axially through a dovetail portion of a third rotor blade section arranged between the first and second rotor blade sections. 1. A turbomachine comprising:a compressor portion including at least one compressor rotor wheel having a plurality of compressor rotor blades;a turbine portion including at least one turbine rotor wheel having a plurality of turbine rotor blades; and a fixture including a body having first and second opposing surfaces and a slot, the fixture being mounted to the one of the compressor rotor wheel and the turbine rotor wheel;', 'a mounting system including at least one mounting element coupled to one of the first and second opposing surfaces of the body at the slot; and', 'a milling machine coupled to the one of the first and second opposing surfaces through the mounting system, the milling machine including a cutter and being configured and disposed to form an opening extending axially through a dovetail portion of a corresponding one of the plurality of compressor rotor blades and the turbine rotor blades., 'a turbomachine rotor blade milling machine system mounted to one of the compressor rotor wheel and turbine rotor wheel, the turbomachine rotor blade milling machine system comprising2. The turbomachine according to claim 1 , wherein the body is mounted to the a first stage compressor rotor wheel through first and second ...

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Номер записи: 61
12-05-2022 дата публикации

KEY CLAMP

Номер: US20220143717A1
Автор: CROWTHER Polly, HORSFALL David
Принадлежит: ICONX Limited

A key clamp for a key cutting apparatus is provided. The key clamp comprises a first jaw and a second jaw. The first jaw comprises an engagement surface having a widthwise dimension and a lengthwise dimension. The engagement surface comprises a first row of serrations, arranged along a lengthwise edge of the engagement surface, and a second row of serrations. The second jaw has an engagement surface comprising a row of serrations for location, in the widthwise dimension, between the first row of serrations in the first jaw and the second row of serrations in the first jaw. 1. A key clamp for a key cutting apparatus , the key clamp comprising:a first jaw comprising an engagement surface having a widthwise dimension and a lengthwise dimension, wherein the engagement surface comprises a first row of serrations, arranged along a lengthwise edge of the engagement surface, and a second row of serrations; anda second jaw having an engagement surface comprising a row of serrations for location, in the widthwise dimension, between the first row of serrations in the first jaw and the second row of serrations in the first jaw.2. The key clamp of claim 1 , wherein the serrations are substantially pyramid-shaped in the first row of serrations in the engagement surface of the first jaw claim 1 , in the second row of serrations in the engagement surface of the first jaw claim 1 , and/or in the row of serrations in the engagement surface of the second jaw.3. The key clamp of claim 1 , wherein serrations in the first and second rows of serrations in the first jaw are arranged in columns.4. The key clamp of claim 1 , wherein the row of serrations in the engagement surface of the second jaw is for location claim 1 , in the lengthwise dimension claim 1 , between adjacent serrations in the first row of serrations and/or between adjacent serrations in the engagement surface of the second row of serrations.5. The key clamp of claim 1 , wherein the apexes of first row of serrations is ...

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Номер записи: 62
12-05-2022 дата публикации

MECHANICAL LOCKING OF FLOOR PANELS

Номер: US20220143718A1
Автор: Boo Christian, HAKANSSON NICLAS, Pålsson Agne, PERVAN Darko, Sjostrand Mattias
Принадлежит: VALINGE INNOVATION AB

Floor panels are shown, which are provided with a mechanical locking system comprising tongue and grooves provided with protrusions and cavities which are displaceable in relation to each other and configured such that the protrusions can obtain a vertically unlocked position where they match the cavities and a vertically locked position where the protrusions overlap each other. 1. (canceled)2. A tool configured to produce protrusions and cavities located after each other along an edge of a floor panel , wherein the tool is a screw shaped cutter with an axis of rotation parallel with the edge of the floor panel.3. The tool as claimed in claim 2 , wherein a diameter of the tool is smaller on an entrance side than on an opposite exit side.4. The tool as claimed in claim 2 , wherein a pitch of the tool defines the intermediate distance of the cavities and the protrusions.5. The tool as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the tool comprises teeth made of industrial diamonds.6. The tool as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the tool comprises more than one entrance.7. The tool as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the tool comprises double screw rows of teeth. The present application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 16/713,357, filed on Dec. 13, 2019, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/989,372, filed on May 25, 2018, now U.S. Pat. No. 10,526,792, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 15/133,735, filed on Apr. 20, 2016, now U.S. Pat. No. 10,006,210, which is a continuation of Ser. No. 14/095,052, filed on Dec. 3, 2013, now U.S. Pat. No. 9,340,974, which is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12/865,136, filed on Oct. 7, 2010, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,627,862, which is a national stage of International Application No. PCT/SE2009/050103, filed on Jan. 30, 2009, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/050,443, filed on May 5, 2008, the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/006,780, filed on Jan. 31, 2008, the ...

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Номер записи: 63
28-03-2019 дата публикации

End mill machining apparatus, cam apparatus, nc program, and machining method

Номер: US20190091778A1
Автор: Eiji Shamoto, Shunsuke FUJIMAKI, Takehiro HAYASAKA
Принадлежит: Nagoya University NUC

An end mill machining apparatus, a CAM apparatus, an NC program, and a machining method which suppress regenerative self-excited vibration and mode-coupling self-excited vibration. An end mill machining apparatus includes an end mill, and a control section for controlling the end mill. The ratio of the protrusion length of the end mill to the diameter of the end mill falls within a range of 5 to 50. The end mill is a variable pitch, uniform helix type or a variable helix type. The control section controls the end mill such that the contact angle between the end mill and a workpiece M 1 during machining becomes equal to or smaller than a critical contact angle θ lim .

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Номер записи: 64
16-04-2015 дата публикации

UNIVERSAL CLAMPING ASSEMBLY FOR KEY DUPLICATING MACHINE

Номер: US20150101178A1
Автор: Cox Herman
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A universal clamping assembly for a key duplicating machine is described. The clamping assembly comprises a housing having a pair of opposed flat guide rail support surfaces and a sliding tip clamp is guidingly displaceable along each of the guide rail support surfaces and are urged against the tip of the key and key blank blades which are positioned on the guide rails. A pivoting clamp is displaceably engageable on a forward top edge of the respective key blades to apply a downward force on the key blades to ensure that the lower edge of the key blades is firmly resting against the guide rail support surfaces. A pair of cam operated side clamps is actuable to further clamp the blade on their sides at two distinct areas. The universal clamping assembly is capable of accommodating different key and key blank lengths, widths and thicknesses. The method of clamping the key and key blank is also described. 1. A universal clamping assembly for a key duplicating machine , comprising: a housing having a pair of opposed flat guide rail support surfaces , a sliding tip clamp guidingly displaceable along at least a portion of each said guide rail support surfaces , a biasing member to bias a key tip clamping wall of said sliding tip clamp against a lower angulated end portion of a single or double-sided key and key blank disposed with a bottom edge of a key blade thereof supported on a respective one of said guide rail support surfaces , a pivoting flap clamp displaceably engageable on a forward top edge portion of a respective one of the key blades to apply a downward force on the key blades to force the bottom edge thereof against its respective one of said opposed guide rail support surfaces , and a pair of cam operated side clamps for immovably and transversely clamping the key blades.2. A universal clamping assembly as claimed in further comprising a centering plate having a pair of window slots which are aligned with a respective one of said pair of opposed guide rail ...

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Номер записи: 65
16-04-2015 дата публикации

Method and device for welding profiled elements in plastic material, in particular pvc

Номер: US20150101746A1
Автор: Andrea Vaccari
Принадлежит: Graf Synergy SRL

A method for welding profiled elements in plastic material, includes the steps of: preparing two profiled elements, arranged with respective zones to be facing one another; making a groove in correspondence to at least one zone, by a removal operation on a peripheral edge of at least one profiled element; heating the zones to be welded; coupling the zones to be welded to one another, pressing the profiled elements one against the other so as to keep the zones to be welded in reciprocal contact. The coupling step includes: melting the zones to be welded into one another in order to define a welding bead; making a containing compartment defined by the groove, the welding bead being made internally of the containing compartment; and arranging a containing presser in correspondence to the containing compartment for preventing exit of the welding bead from the compartment itself.

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Номер записи: 66
13-04-2017 дата публикации

MASTER KEY IDENTIFICATION AND FEEDBACK SYSTEM

Номер: US20170100785A1
Автор: Booth Kenneth C., Hagen George Lynn, Mueller Michael, Yeary Mark
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A key model identification and feedback system includes a key identification housing, a master key receiving aperture, a master key identifier, a processor in communication with the master key identifier, and a feedback module. The processor is configured to access a database defining a plurality of known key models, compare the physical characteristics of the master key with physical characteristics of the known key models in the database to identify a model of the master key, and communicate the model of the master key to the feedback module coupled to the key identification housing. The feedback module, responsive to the communication from the processor, outputs an indication of the model of the master key and directions to a location remote from the key identification housing where a key blank having the same model of the master key is available for duplicating the master key. 1. A master key model identification and feedback system comprising:a key identification housing comprising a master key identifier coupled to the housing and comprising a user interface configured to at least one of capture physical characteristics of the master key and receive input through the user interface regarding identification of the master key; anda processor, in communication with the master key identifier, the processor configured to access a database defining a plurality of known key models, at least one of compare the physical characteristics of the master key with physical characteristics of the known key models in the database and compare the input received from the user with the known key models in the database to identify a model of the master key, and communicate the model of the master key to a feedback module coupled to the key identification housing;wherein the feedback module, responsive to the communication from the processor, outputs an indication of the model of the master key and directions to a location remote from the key identification housing where a key ...

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Номер записи: 67
13-04-2017 дата публикации

KEY IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM

Номер: US20170103516A1
Автор: Basham Scott, Booth Kenneth C., Hagen George Lynn, Hamblin Ryan, Ito Carl, Mueller Michael A.
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A key identification system that includes a key identification system housing, a key clamp, a key ring support tray, and two digital identifiers is disclosed. The key identification system housing may include a key receiving aperture extending through housing and sized to receive at least some of a key blade of a key. The key clamp is positioned adjacent to the key receiving aperture and allows the system to maintain the key blade in a fixed position within the key identification system housing when the key is inserted into the key receiving aperture. The key ring support tray is typically coupled to the key identification system housing below the key receiving aperture. The two digital identifiers are positioned within the key identification system housing and designed to capture key blade information. 111-. (canceled)12. A method of identifying a key in a key identification system , comprising:inserting a key blade of a key into a key receiving aperture of a key identification system housing;fixedly positioning the key blade within the key identification system housing with a clamp positioned adjacent the key receiving aperture;supporting key chain items on a key ring support tray positioned proximate the key receiving aperture;capturing an image of the key blade with at least one digital identifier positioned within the key identification system housing; andremoving the key blade from the key receiving aperture.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein supporting the key chain items on the key ring support tray comprises supporting the key chain items on the key ring support tray positioned with an upper surface at between about one half to four inches vertically below the key receiving aperture and extending out from the key identification system housing between about two to about four inches.14. The method of claim 12 , wherein capturing the image of the key blade with the least one digital identifier comprises capturing the image of the key blade with a first ...

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Номер записи: 68
28-04-2016 дата публикации

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A KEY COPY

Номер: US20160114412A1
Автор: Bosch Karl-Heinz
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A method for producing a key (), wherein a data set () of a key is obtained by recording the surface of the key () and subsequently performing a data optimization (), or from data of a data collection (), in order to produce the key () from a semi-finished product clamped in a machine by a computer-controlled production method (), wherein at least two different locking features are introduced into the semi-finished product. 150. A method for manufacturing a key () , comprising the following steps:{'b': 40', '2', '3', '4', '10', '204', '55', '46', '130, '(a) obtaining a data record () of a key bye recording (, , ) a surface of the key (, ) with subsequent data optimization (), or through the acquisition of data from a data collection () to obtain a semi-finished product ();'}{'b': 130', '500, '(b) clamping the semi-finished product () into a semi-finished product module ();'}{'b': 130', '300', '131', '132', '135', '136', '137', '139', '187', '181', '130', '50, '(c) machining the semi-finished product () by a manufacturing device () such that at least two different locking characteristics (, , , , , , , ) are formed in the semi-finished product () in order to manufacture the key ().'}210204234. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the recording of the surface of the key ( claim 1 , ) is performed by means of one of (a) laser line triangulation () claim 1 , (b) mechanical sensor elements () claim 1 , (c) a camera () and (d) a combination of (a) claim 1 , (b) and (c).31020419920. A method according to claim 2 , wherein the surface of the key ( claim 2 , ) is recorded mechanically and optically in order to combine the data from these two methods by a computing unit () to create a data record ().41020419310204191. A method according to claim 2 , wherein the profile of the key ( claim 2 , ) is recorded by tactile scanning by means of a scanning plate () claim 2 , and the surface of the key ( claim 2 , ) is recorded by means of a camera ().510204. A method according to ...

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Номер записи: 69
09-06-2022 дата публикации

KEY CUTTING

Номер: US20220176468A1
Автор: CROWTHER Polly, HORSFALL David
Принадлежит: ICONX Limited

A milling module for a key cutting machine, the module comprising a first rotary cutter and a second rotary cutter. The first and second rotary cutters each include a gear and a shaft projecting from the gear. The shaft includes one or more cutting blades. The milling module further comprises a housing configured to locate the gears of the first and second rotary cutters, such that the gears of the first and second rotary cutters are arranged in a gear train. 1. A milling module for a key cutting machine , the module comprising:a first rotary cutter and a second rotary cutter, the first and second rotary cutters each including a gear and a shaft projecting from the gear, wherein the shaft includes one or more cutting blades; anda housing configured to locate the gears of the first and second rotary cutters such that the gears of the first and second rotary cutters are arranged in a gear train.2. A milling module according to claim 1 , wherein the housing includes first and second openings through which the shafts of the respective first and second rotary cutters are extendable.3. A milling module according to claim 1 , wherein the milling module comprises transmission means for engaging with a drive in the key cutting machine and for engaging with the gear of the first or second rotary cutter claim 1 , to transfer torque from the key cutting machine to the gear train.4. A milling module according to claim 1 , wherein the transmission means comprises a gear claim 1 , which forms part of the housing claim 1 , and wherein the gear of the housing is configured to mesh with the gear of the first or second rotary cutter.5. A milling module according to claim 4 , wherein at least a portion of the gear of the housing projects outwardly from the remainder of the housing.6. A milling module according to claim 1 , wherein the gears of the first and second rotary cutters are adjacent to one another and meshed with one another.7. A milling module according to claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 70
09-06-2022 дата публикации

KEY CUTTING

Номер: US20220176469A1
Автор: CROWTHER Polly, HORSFALL David
Принадлежит: ICONX Limited

A key cutting machine is provided. The key cutting machine comprises a rotary cutter, an anvil and control circuitry. The rotary cutter is for cutting into the blade of a key blank. The anvil is for stabilising the key blank whilst the rotary cutter is cutting the key blank. The control circuitry is configured to: cause at least one of the anvil or the rotary cutter to move, such that the anvil is located substantially at a first face of the blade of the key blank and the rotary cutter is located substantially at a second face of the blade of the key blank, the second face of the blade of the key blank being on an opposite side of the blank to the first face; and cause the rotary cutter to cut into the second face of the blade of the key blank. 1. A key cutting machine comprising:a rotary cutter for cutting into a blade of a key blank;an anvil for stabilising the key blank whilst the rotary cutter is cutting the key blank; andcontrol circuitry configured to:cause at least one of the anvil or the rotary cutter to move, such that the anvil is located substantially at a first face of the blade of the key blank and the rotary cutter is located substantially at a second face of the blade of the key blank, the second face of the blade of the key blank being on an opposite side of the blank to the first face; andcause the rotary cutter to cut into the second face of the blade of the key blank.2. The key cutting machine according to claim 1 , wherein the machine further includes movable jaws configured to clamp onto the key blank claim 1 , and the control circuitry is further configured to:prior to the causing at least one of the anvil or the rotary cutter to move towards the first and second face of the blade of the key blank, cause the jaws to position the blade of the key blank between the anvil and the rotary cutter, with the first face of the blade of the key blank facing towards the anvil, and the second face of the blade of the key blank facing towards the rotary ...

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Номер записи: 71
09-06-2022 дата публикации

SHAPED ARTICLES, METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR FORMING THE SAME, AND LIQUID LENSES COMPRISING THE SAME

Номер: US20220177348A1
Автор: Dannoux Thierry Luc Alain, Tanguy Ronan
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A shaped article can include a substrate formed from a glass material, a glass ceramic material, or a combination thereof and a cavity formed in the substrate. A sidewall of the cavity can have a random textured surface with a surface roughness of less than or equal to 300 nm. A method of machining a protrusion in a graphite block can include translating a cutting tool in a first longitudinal direction toward the graphite block to engage the graphite block with the cutting tool while rotating the cutting tool about a rotational axis without translating the cutting tool in a lateral direction, then translating the cutting tool in a second longitudinal direction away from the graphite block without translating the cutting tool in the lateral direction to disengage the cutting tool from the graphite block. A shaped article can be formed by pressing a preform with a monolithic graphite mold. 1. A method of making the apparatus of claim 27 , the method comprising:positioning a cutting tool adjacent a graphite block such that a rotational axis of the cutting tool is longitudinally aligned with an intended mold protrusion position on the graphite block;forming the mold protrusion in the graphite block by translating the cutting tool in a first longitudinal direction toward the graphite block to engage the graphite block with the cutting tool while rotating the cutting tool about the rotational axis and without translating the cutting tool in a lateral direction; andtranslating the cutting tool in a second longitudinal direction away from the graphite block and without translating the cutting tool in the lateral direction to disengage the cutting tool from the graphite block.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the cutting tool comprises a cutting edge; andupon rotating the cutting tool about the rotational axis, a negative space defined by the cutting edge corresponds to a shape of the mold protrusion.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. ( ...

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Номер записи: 72
18-04-2019 дата публикации

CUTTING TOOL AND METHOD FOR MACHINING ANNULAR GROOVE

Номер: US20190111493A1
Автор: MIYASHITA Satoshi
Принадлежит: Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.

A cutting tool includes a cutting chip and a chip holder. The chip holder includes: a body part having a height dimension larger than a width dimension, the body part including a first attachment face that intersects with a cutting feed direction, and a second attachment face that intersects with the first attachment face; a chip support part whose base end portion is connected to the body part and in which the cutting chip is attached to the upper end portion in the height direction of a tip end portion of the chip support part such that the cutting chip projects to one side in the width direction of the chip support part; a reinforcement part provided along the height direction of the chip support part; and a chip receiving part that supports the cutting chip projecting from the chip support part. 1. A cutting tool comprising:a cutting chip; anda chip holder configured to hold the cutting chip, whereinthe chip holder includesa body part having a height dimension larger than a width dimension, the body part including a first attachment face that intersects with a cutting feed direction, and a second attachment face that intersects with the first attachment face;a chip support part whose base end portion is connected to the body part and in which the cutting chip is attached to an upper end portion in a height direction of a tip end portion of the chip support part such that the cutting chip projects to one side in a width direction of the chip support part;a reinforcement part provided along the height direction of the chip support part, the reinforcement part having a third attachment face arranged parallel to the first attachment face at a portion projecting from the body part;a cutout portion formed in an intersection of the third attachment face and the second attachment face; anda chip receiving part configured to support the cutting chip projecting from the chip support part.2. The cutting tool according to claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement part is formed ...

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Номер записи: 73
25-04-2019 дата публикации

MILLING CUTTER, CUTTING INSERT, AND MILLING METHOD

Номер: US20190118272A1
Автор: HASEGAWA Masaaki, Shibuya Jyunichiro, Tatsuta Koji
Принадлежит: Ahresty Corporation

Provided is a milling cutter including: a tool body to rotate about an axis; and cutting edges at an outer peripheral part of a front end of the tool body, wherein the cutting edges include a flat face machining cutting edge extending along a virtual plane perpendicular to the axis, and a recessed groove machining cutting edge projecting further toward a front end side in the axial direction than the flat face machining cutting edge, and the recessed groove machining cutting edge has a first inclined portion extending toward the front end side in the axial direction toward an outside in a radial direction, a second inclined portion arranged outside the first inclined portion in the radial direction and extending toward a base end side in the axial direction toward the outside in the radial direction, and a tip portion connecting the first and second inclined portions. 18-. (canceled)9. A milling method comprising the steps of:providing a plurality of cutting edges at an outer peripheral part of a front end of a tool body that is configured to rotate about an axis with intervals provided between one another in a circumferential direction around the axis;performing milling on the work material by moving the tool body to the work material in a radial direction that perpendicularly intersects the axis while the tool body is rotated in the circumferential direction;forming a flat face on the work material by using a flat face machining cutting edge that extends along a virtual plane that is perpendicular to the axis among the plurality of cutting edges; andforming a recessed groove with a V-shaped section recessed from the flat face on the work material by using a recessed groove machining cutting edge that projects further toward a front end side in the axial direction than the flat face machining cutting edge among the plurality of cutting edges wherein the milling method further comprising: after arranging the tool body to face the face to be machined in the axial ...

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Номер записи: 74
27-05-2021 дата публикации

KEY DUPLICATION MACHINE HAVING USER-BASED FUNCTIONALITY

Номер: US20210154752A1
Автор: BURKETT Michael, SHOENHAIR Jordan, SPANGLER Todd
Принадлежит: THE HILLMAN GROUP, INC.

A machine is disclosed for use in duplicating features of an existing key within a key blank. The machine may have an identification module configured to capture data associated with the features of the existing key, a fabrication module configured to cut the features in the key blank based on the data, a user input device, and a controller in communication with the identification module, the fabrication module, and the user input device. The controller may be configured to regulate operation of the identification module and the fabrication module, and to receive input from a user via the user input device. The input may be indicative of the user being a first type of user or a second type of user. The controller may also be configured to selectively implement one of a first mode of operation or a second mode of operation based on the input. 1. A method of duplicating features of an existing key within a key blank , comprising:capturing at least one image of the existing key using an imaging system of an identification module;extracting, using the identification module, data associated with the features of the existing key from the at least one image;fabricating the features in the key blank based on the data using a fabrication module;receiving input from a user, the input indicating whether the user is a customer or a store employee; andselectively implementing a first mode of operation when the user is the customer and implementing a second mode of operation when the user is the store employee.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining, using the identification module, whether the existing key has a transponder.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein during operation in the first mode claim 2 , the method further comprises:inhibiting duplication of the existing key when the existing key has a transponder.4. The method of claim 3 , further including providing user instruction indicating that the existing key cannot be duplicated.5. The method of claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 75
11-05-2017 дата публикации

UNIVERSAL CLAMPING ASSEMBLY FOR KEY DUPLICATING MACHINE

Номер: US20170129024A1
Автор: Cox Herman
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A universal clamping assembly for a key duplicating machine is described. The clamping assembly comprises a housing having a pair of opposed flat guide rail support surfaces and a sliding tip clamp is guidingly displaceable along each of the guide rail support surfaces and are urged against the tip of the key and key blank blades which are positioned on the guide rails. A pivoting clamp is displaceably engageable on a forward top edge of the respective key blades to apply a downward force on the key blades to ensure that the lower edge of the key blades is firmly resting against the guide rail support surfaces. A pair of cam operated side clamps is actuable to further clamp the blade on their sides at two distinct areas. The universal clamping assembly is capable of accommodating different key and key blank lengths, widths and thicknesses. The method of clamping the key and key blank is also described. 1. A method of clamping a key and a key blank in a key duplicating machine , the method comprising the steps of:(i) inserting a blade of a key to be duplicated and a blade of a key blank onto a respective one of two opposed flat guide rail support surfaces of the machine through a key orifice by lifting a pivoting spring biased clamp and pushing a tip of the key and key blank against a spring force of a respective sliding tip clamp guidingly displaceable along at least a portion of said guide rail support surface,(ii) releasing said spring biased clamp to engage and apply a downward spring force on a forward top edge of a respective one of a key blades of said key and key blank to force a bottom edge of said blade against its respective guide rail support surface, and(iii) operating a cam element to displace a pair of side clamping members for immovably and transversely clamping said key blades at three distinct spaced-apart locations.2. A method as claimed in wherein said step (i) further comprises pushing said tip of said key blade against an upwardly and rearwardly ...

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Номер записи: 76
18-05-2017 дата публикации

MILLING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MILLING WITHIN A SLOT

Номер: US20170136556A1
Автор: CLOSSEN-VON LANKEN SCHULZ MICHAEL, OBERMAYR STEFAN
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A milling device is provided, having a milling tool that rotates about a tool rotation axis, wherein the milling device has a slide, and in that the milling tool is held on a pivot axis that extends transversely, in particular perpendicular, to the tool rotation axis and through the slide, wherein the slide is designed and the position of the milling tool is selected such that, during milling, a traversing movement is effected by manually moving the slide and advance is effected by pivoting the milling tool about the pivot axis. Also provided is a method for milling within a slot of a component, in particular within a blade root receiving slot of a turbomachine, using a milling device. 1. A milling device comprising:a milling tool that rotates about a tool rotation axis; anda slide;wherein the milling tool is held on a pivot axis that extends transversely to the tool rotation axis and through the slide, wherein the slide is designed and a position of the milling tool is selected such that, during milling, a traversing movement is effected by manually moving the slide and advance is effected by pivoting the milling tool about the pivot axis.2. The milling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the slide is made of plastic.3. The milling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the slide is elongate claim 1 , and a cross-section of the slide is essentially constant over a longitudinal extent of the slide.4. The milling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the slide has a plurality of projections that extend along a longitudinal extent of the slide and project perpendicular to the longitudinal extent.5. The milling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a plurality of compression spring parts are provided and distributed on the slide claim 1 , project out from the slide and are configured to be moved claim 1 , counter to a spring force claim 1 , in a direction of the slide.6. The milling device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a handle is arranged on the slide.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 77
18-05-2017 дата публикации

MANUAL CLAMP FOR KEY MAKING MACHINE

Номер: US20170136557A1
Автор: Huss James F., MUSIL Robert J.
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A clamp is disclosed for use in a key making machine. The clamp may have a stationary head guide with a slot configured to receive a key, and a pressure pad configured to engage the head guide and sandwich the key therebetween. The clamp may also have at least a first spring configured to continuously generate a force biasing the pressure pad toward the stationary head guide, a plunger configured to selectively engage the pressure pad, and a second spring configured to bias the plunger toward the pressure pad. The clamp may further have a release lever manually operable to urge the plunger away from the pressure pad and to compress the second spring. 1. A clamp for a key making machine , comprising:a stationary head guide having a slot configured to receive a key;a pressure pad configured to engage the stationary head guide and sandwich the key therebetween;at least a first spring configured to continuously generate a force biasing the pressure pad toward the stationary head guide;a plunger configured to selectively engage the pressure pad;a second spring configured to bias the plunger toward the pressure pad; anda release lever that is manually operable to urge the plunger away from the pressure pad and compress the second spring.2. The clamp of claim 1 , further including:a first pivot pin configured to connect the release lever to a housing of the key making machine; anda second pivot pin connecting the release lever to the plunger.3. The clamp of claim 1 , further including at least one motion limiter configured limit a distance that the pressure pad moves away from the stationary head guide.4. The clamp of claim 1 , wherein the at least a first spring includes two springs located at opposing ends of the pressure pad.5. The clamp of claim 4 , further including:guide rails extending from the stationary head guide through the pressure pad; andclips configured to retain the two springs on the guide rails.6. The clamp of claim 1 , wherein the stationary head guide ...

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Номер записи: 78
09-05-2019 дата публикации

Patterning of Thermally-Drawn Fibers and Textiles Including Such Fibers

Номер: US20190136413A1
Автор: Fink Yoel, Hou Chong, Khudiyev Tural
Принадлежит: Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Provided is a fiber having an elongated, unsupported, three-dimensional fiber body with a fiber body length and at least one fiber material disposed along the fiber body length. The at least one fiber material has a viscosity lower than about 10Poise at a common thermal fiber draw temperature. At least one topological pattern is disposed on at least one surface of the fiber body and extends longitudinally along at least a portion of the fiber body length. To form the fiber, there is assembled a fiber preform including at least one preform material. A surface of at least one preform material is patterned and arranged as a fiber preform surface, providing a topological pattern on a fiber preform surface. The fiber preform is thermally drawn into an elongated fiber at a fiber draw temperature at which all preform materials have a viscosity lower than about 10Poise. 1. A method for forming a patterned fiber comprising:{'b': '10', 'sup': '8', 'assembling a fiber preform including at least one preform material, the at least one preform material having a viscosity lower than about Poise at a common thermal fiber draw temperature;'}physically patterning a surface of at least one preform material and arranging a resulting patterned preform material surface as a fiber preform surface to provide a topological pattern on said fiber preform surface; and{'b': '10', 'sup': '8 Poise.', 'thermally drawing the fiber preform into an elongated thermally drawn fiber at a fiber draw temperature at which all preform materials have a viscosity lower than about'}2. The method of wherein physically patterning a surface of at least one preform material comprises at least one process selected from the group consisting of laser beam cutting claim 1 , mechanical milling claim 1 , and molding.3. The method of wherein physically patterning a surface of at least one preform material comprises forming a grating pattern on a surface of at least one preform material.4. The method of wherein physically ...

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Номер записи: 79
10-06-2021 дата публикации

IDENTIFICATION MODULE FOR KEY MAKING MACHINE

Номер: US20210172198A1
Автор: Campbell John Clayton, Gerlings Phillip, Grice Byron Keith, Schmidt Michael James
Принадлежит: THE HILLMAN GROUP, INC.

An identification module is disclosed for use in a key making machine. The identification module may have a key receiving assembly configured to receive only a shank of an existing key. The identification module may also have a tip guide, configured to receive a tip of the shank of the existing key. The tip guide may have a slot that exposes a tip end of the shank. The identification module may also have an imaging assembly configured to capture an image of the tip end through the slot. 1. A key making machine , comprising:a housing including a slot configured to receive an existing key; a key receiving assembly configured to receive a shank of the existing key;', 'an imaging assembly comprising at least one light source and at least one camera;', wherein the camera is configured to be selectively triggered to capture an image of the shank of the existing key based on a position of the tip guide, and', 'wherein the imaging assembly is configured to identify a key blank associated with the existing key based at least on the captured image;, 'a tip guide configured to receive a tip of the shank, the tip guide being movable from a first location adjacent to the slot to a second location away from the slot,'}], 'an identification module, includinga fabrication module configured to cut a bitting pattern into the key blank based on a bitting pattern of the existing key determined by the identification module based on the captured image; anda contaminate containment device configured to isolate the imaging assembly from the fabrication module.2. The key making machine of claim 1 , further including a sensor associated with the tip guide and configured to generate a first signal associated with initiation of movement of the tip guide from the first location and a second signal associated with cessation of movement of the tip guide at the second location.3. The key making machine of claim 2 , wherein the camera is configured to be selectively triggered based on the second ...

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Номер записи: 80
24-05-2018 дата публикации

GROOVER WITH PEENING FLANKS

Номер: US20180141135A1
Автор: Coffman David Garrett, Stephenson David Alan
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According to one aspect of this disclosure, a grooving tool is provided. The grooving tool has a body with a plurality of recesses. Plural inserts assembled into each of the recesses. The recesses include a cutting edge for forming grooves in an engine cylinder wall when rotated in one rotational direction. The insert also includes a peening surface extending in the opposite rotational direction from the cutting edge for deforming the upper edges of the grooves when rotated in an opposite rotational direction. 1. A grooving tool comprising:a body defining a plurality of recesses; andplural inserts each assembled into one of the recesses, the inserts including a cutting edge for forming grooves in an engine cylinder wall when rotated in one rotational direction and a peening surface extending in the opposite rotational direction from the cutting edge for deforming an upper edge of the grooves when rotated in the opposite rotational direction.2. The grooving tool of claim 1 , wherein the peening surface is comprised of a first straight-line section having a first length extending from and adjacent to the cutting edge and a second straight-line section downwardly extending between the first section and the body having a second length longer than the first.3. The grooving tool of claim 1 , wherein the peening surface is a chamfer comprised of three sections claim 1 , a first section perpendicular to the cutting edge claim 1 , a second section spaced apart from the cutting edge and perpendicular to the body and a third section disposed therebetween.4. The grooving tool of claim 3 , wherein the chamfer of the peening surface has a nonzero axial helix to reduce tool deflection.5. The grooving tool of claim 1 , wherein the peening surface has a coating having a lower coefficient of friction than a coefficient of friction of the cutting edge.6. The grooving tool of claim 1 , wherein the inserts are attached to the body by fasteners.7. The grooving tool of claim 1 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 81
24-05-2018 дата публикации

SURFACE ROUGHENING TOOL AND METHOD

Номер: US20180141136A1
Автор: Agapiou John S., Herold Michael, KRAMADHATI Narasimha, Kramer Martin S.
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A tool insert includes first, second, and third teeth arranged on a surface of the tool insert. The first tooth is arranged at a proximal end of the tool insert surface and has an angled leading end and a first tooth height. The second tooth is spaced from the first tooth by a first distance along the surface of the tool insert and has a second tooth height greater than the first tooth height. The third tooth is spaced from the second tooth by a second distance along the surface of the tool insert and has an extending angled portion. The first tooth forms a first groove in a bore surface. The second tooth increases the depth of the first groove. The third tooth provides at least one micro-scratch to one of the first groove and the bore surface. 1. A tool insert comprising:a first tooth arranged on a surface of the tool insert at a proximal end thereof, the first tooth having an angled leading end and a first tooth height;a second tooth spaced from the first tooth by a first distance along the surface of the tool insert, the second tooth having a second tooth height greater than the first tooth height; anda third tooth spaced from the second tooth by a second distance along the surface of the tool insert, the third tooth having an extending angled portion, wherein the first tooth is configured to form a first groove in a bore surface, the second tooth is configured to increase the depth of the first groove, and the third tooth is configured to provide at least one micro-scratch to one of the first groove and the bore surface.2. The tool insert of claim 1 , wherein the second tooth is configured in one of a triangular claim 1 , rectangular claim 1 , trapezoidal claim 1 , and dovetail form.3. The tool insert of claim 1 , further comprising a fourth tooth spaced from the third tooth by a third distance and having the second tooth height claim 1 , and a fifth tooth spaced from the fourth tooth by the second distance and having an extending angled portion similar to the ...

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Номер записи: 82
25-05-2017 дата публикации

Key cutting machine

Номер: US20170144232A1
Автор: Michael A. Bass, Richard W. Ryai, Sr.
Принадлежит: Hy Ko Products Co Inc

A key cutting machine includes a housing, carriage, key clamp, and motor to drive the carriage. The key cutting machine may include a vacuum removably attached to the housing. The key cutting machine may be selected between manual, automatic, and semi-automatic user modes. Additional improvements or features of a key cutting machine are also described.

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Номер записи: 83
25-05-2017 дата публикации

KEY BLANK AND CARRIER ADAPTED FOR POSITIONING A KEY BLANK IN A CUTTER DURING BIT CUTTING

Номер: US20170144233A1
Автор: Basham Scott, Booth Kenneth C., Hagen George Lynn, Hamblin Ryan, Ito Carl, Mueller Michael A., Tarter Mark
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Implementations of key blank carriers or key blanks with a standard reference features may include alignment features on a key blank head, key blank tip, a key blank carrier coupled to a key blank sleeve and/or a key blank sleeve, and any feature directly attached to any portion of the key that may be used for referencing in the key duplication system, or any combination of these. The standard reference features may allow any key blank brand model to interface with the machine so as to consistently align each key, regardless of its make and model, for cutting in a universally configured key blank clamp that is clamped to reduce the movement of the key blank during duplication cutting. 120-. (canceled)21. A method of cutting a key blank to form a duplicate key , the method comprising:inserting a key blank positioned in a key blank carrier into an opening in a key blank cutter;cutting a key bit pattern of a master key into the key blank with the key blank cutter;removing the cut key blank and key blank carrier from the key blank cutter;separating the cut key blank from the key blank carrier; andmoving a blade of the cut key blank along a key blank burr removal opening along a first edge of the key blank carrier until at least one burr is removed from the blade of the cut key blank.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the key blank burr removal opening comprises a beveled edge extending for at least a portion of the opening.23. The method of claim 21 , further comprising:mechanically engaging a portion of the key blank cutter with at least one key blank cutter alignment feature projecting from a surface, of the key blank carrier; andaligning the key blank with the key blank cutter.24. The method of claim 23 , wherein the at least one key blank cutter alignment feature comprises a first side projecting from the surface of the key blank carrier at an angle of at least 20 degrees relative to the surface and converging toward a second side projecting from the surface of ...

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Номер записи: 84
09-06-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PRODUCING A CAVITY IN A STATOR OF A PROGRESSIVE CAVITY PUMP

Номер: US20160158852A1
Автор: DAUNHEIMER RALF
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In a method for producing a cavity () in a stator of an eccentric screw pump, material is removed in the interior of a stator blank () by means of a tool (). In order that very long stators can be produced in one production operation, the tool () performs a rotational motion through a first shaft () and an eccentric motion around a second shaft (), during which the stator blank () and the tool () are moved toward each other. A device for performing the method comprises (a) a bearing shaft () that can be coupled with its drive end to a first drive and that is rotatable around its longitudinal axis by means of the first drive; (b) a drive shaft () that can be coupled with its drive end to a second drive and is arranged in a borehole of the bearing shaft () and is rotatable around its longitudinal axis by means of the second drive form-fitting and relative to the bearing shaft (), and (c) a machining tool (), which is rotationally fixed connected to the machining end of the drive shaft () that can be inserted into the cavity and can be driven rotatably via the drive shaft () around the longitudinal axis of the drive shaft (). The longitudinal axis of the drive shaft () intersects the longitudinal axis of the bearing shaft () at a point or is arranged askew to the longitudinal axis of the bearing shaft (). 1. A method for producing a cavity in a stator of an eccentric screw pump , where a tool is used to remove material on the inside of a stator blank , the improvement wherein the tool carries out a rotating movement inside the cavity driven by a first shaft as well as an eccentric movement around a second shaft , and wherein the stator blank and the tool are moved against each other.2. Method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the stator blank carries out the rotating movement.3. Method as defined in claim 1 , wherein the movements are carried out inside one of a guide tube and a bearing shaft.4. Method a defined in claim 2 , wherein a speed ratio is set between the ...

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Номер записи: 85
07-06-2018 дата публикации

Key Duplication System

Номер: US20180154459A1
Автор: Freeman Daniel
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A key-duplicating system comprises a network that includes a multiplicity of kiosks at a multiplicity of different locations, each of the kiosks having a customer interface and a processor coupled to the customer interface. A remote central server coupled to the kiosks is adapted to receive, from the kiosks, information identifying master keys to be duplicated. A key analysis module uses the information identifying master keys to be duplicated to derive information required to produce duplicates of the identified master keys, and a key duplicating module uses that information to produce duplicates of said identified master keys 1. A network of self-service key duplication kiosks , comprising:a plurality of kiosks at different locations; anda remote central server in network communication with the plurality of kiosks and configured to receive information from and send information to the plurality of kiosks, ["a digital camera configured to take a digital image of a customer's key,", "a key duplication system configured to replicate a tooth pattern on the customer's key using a cutting code, and", "a communications interface configured to enable network communication with the remote central server for sending the digital image of the customer's key to the remote central server and, in response, receive the cutting code for the customer's key form the remote central server,"], 'each of the plurality of kiosks comprising,'}the remote central server configured to receive the digital image from a kiosk, identify the cutting code from the digital image, and send the cutting code to the kiosk for use in duplicating the customer's key.2. The network of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of kiosks further comprises:a customer interface configured to receive payment from a customer for the purchase of a duplicate of the customer's key,a key blank magazine configured to store key blanks, anda key blank extraction system configured to extract a key blank from the key blank ...

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Номер записи: 86
23-05-2019 дата публикации

Dimple Processing Method Using Rotary Cutting Tool

Номер: US20190151961A1
Автор: NISHIO Satoru
Принадлежит: KANEFUSA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

A method for forming dimples on a workpiece includes providing a rotary cutting tool. The rotary cutting tool includes a cutting edge that protrudes in a leading direction parallel to a longitudinal axis of the tool. The cutting edge extends from a position at the leading end of the rod-shaped main body that is radially offset from the longitudinal axis. The rotary cutting tool is set such that the longitudinal axis of the rotary cutting tool is inclined relative to a line perpendicular to the processing surface of the workpiece. The rotary cutting tool is moved along the processing surface while the rotary cutting tool is rotated about the axis. The processing surface is cut by the cutting edge to form the dimples, which are spaced apart from each other on the processing surface. 1. A method for forming dimples on a workpiece with a rotary cutting tool , the method comprising:providing a rotary cutting tool including a cutting edge projecting axially from a leading end of a rod-shaped main body, wherein the cutting edge is radially offset from a longitudinal axis of the rotary cutting tool;orienting the rotary cutting tool such that the longitudinal axis of the rotary cutting tool is inclined with respect to a line oriented perpendicular to a processing surface of the workpiece; andmoving, the rotary cutting tool along the processing surface while rotating the rotary cutting tool about the longitudinal axis of the rotary cutting tool while cutting the processing surface with the cutting edge to form spaced apart dimples on the processing surface.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cutting edge starts cutting from a cutting start point with respect to the processing surface and moves away from the processing surface at a cutting terminal point based on the rotation of the rotary cutting tool about the longitudinal axis claim 1 ,wherein each of the dimples includes a first side and a second side facing each other in a direction perpendicular to a connecting line ...

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Номер записи: 87
23-05-2019 дата публикации

KAMMPROFILE MILLING MACHINE

Номер: US20190151962A1
Автор: GARZA, Genther Albert Wright, JR. Armando, McGehee Brian Edward, Rumbley Jerel T.
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An automatic milling machine mills a gasket. The automatic milling machine controls the position of a cutter head relative a table. The automatic milling machine rotates the gasket with a motor. Parameters of the motor are monitored to determine the amount of rotation of the gasket. 1. An automatic milling machine comprising:a controller;a cutter head for milling a kammprofile gasket and operatively controlled by the controller;a table operatively supporting a workpiece; anda driving motor that operatively moves the workpiece relative the cutter head,wherein the controller operatively monitors the relative position of the cutter head and the table, and adjusts the relative position based at least in part on operation of the driving motor.2. The automatic milling machine of claim 1 , further comprising a user interface coupled to the controller claim 1 , wherein the user interface receives dimensions of a workpiece.3. The automatic milling machine of claim 2 , wherein the user interface comprises a touch screen monitor.4. The automatic milling machine of claim 2 , wherein the controller adjusts the relative position based at least in part on operation of the driving motor and the dimensions of the workpiece.5. The automatic milling machine of claim 1 , wherein the controller operatively adjusts the relative position by moving the table in one or more axes.6. The automatic milling machine of claim 1 , wherein the controller operatively adjusts the relative position by moving the cutter head in one or more axes.7. The automatic milling machine of claim 1 , further comprising a safety guard disposed proximal the cutter head.8. The automatic milling machine of claim 7 , wherein the controller operatively adjusts the position of the safety guard based on a state of the automatic milling machine.9. The automatic milling machine of claim 1 , further comprising a manual control that manually adjusts the relative position of the table.10. The automatic milling machine of ...

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Номер записи: 88
23-05-2019 дата публикации

FABRICATION SYSTEM FOR KEY MAKING MACHINE

Номер: US20190153749A1
Автор: Gerlings Phillip
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A fabrication system is disclosed for use in a key making machine. The fabrication system may have a housing with a slot configured to receive a key blank, and a receiving unit configured to accept a shank of the key blank at the slot. The receiving unit may be configured to mechanically align the shank as it is inserted by a user. The fabrication system may also have a clamp movable between an open position and a closed position, and an actuator. The actuator may be configured to move the receiving unit and the key blank to the clamp, and to move the receiving unit away from the key blank after the clamp has moved to the closed position. 1. A fabrication system for a key making machine , comprising:a housing having a slot configured to receive a key blank;a receiving unit configured to accept a shank of the key blank at the slot;a fabrication device located within the housing and configured to make a pattern of notches in the shank of the key blank; andan identity confirmation unit configured to confirm identity of the key blank.2. The fabrication system of claim 1 , wherein the identity confirmation unit is configured to scan an index associated with the key blank at a location outside of the housing.3. The fabrication system of claim 2 , wherein the index is a bar code used for a sales transaction of the key blank.4. The fabrication system of claim 2 , wherein the fabrication device is controlled differently based on information linked to the index.5. The fabrication system of claim 2 , wherein an orientation of the key blank is configured based on detection of the index.6. A fabrication system for a key making machine claim 2 , comprising:a housing having a slot configured to receive a key blank;a receiving unit configured to accept a shank of the key blank at the slot;a fabrication device located within the housing and configured to make a pattern of notches in the shank of the key blank; anda confirmation unit configured to confirm orientation of the key blank ...

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Номер записи: 89
14-05-2020 дата публикации

IDENTIFICATION MODULE FOR KEY MAKING MACHINE

Номер: US20200149315A1
Автор: Campbell John Clayton, Gerlings Phillip, Grice Byron Keith, Schmidt Michael James
Принадлежит: THE HILLMAN GROUP, INC.

An identification module is disclosed for use in a key making machine. The identification module may have a key receiving assembly configured to receive only a shank of an existing key. The identification module may also have a tip guide, configured to receive a tip of the shank of the existing key. The tip guide may have a slot that exposes a tip end of the shank. The identification module may also have an imaging assembly configured to capture an image of the tip end through the slot. 1. A key making machine , comprising:a housing; a slot opening in the housing configured to receive the shank of an existing key; and', 'an imaging system comprising at least one light source and at least one camera, the imaging system configured to:', 'determine, using the camera, a channel profile of the shank of the existing key; and', 'identify a key blank associated with the existing key based at least on the determined channel profile; and, 'an identification system, including receive the key blank identified by the identification system; and', 'cut a bitting pattern into the received key blank based on a bitting pattern of the existing key determined by the identification module; and, 'a fabrication system configured to wherein the user interface includes a touch screen, and', 'wherein the user interface is configured to provide status information to a user regarding a key duplication process of the existing key., 'a user interface associated with the housing,'}2. The key making machine of claim 1 , whereinthe at least one light source includes a back light;an image captured by the at least one camera includes a backlight image; andthe identification system is configured to determine whether the existing key is an edge-cut key or a milled key based on the captured backlight image.3. The key making machine of claim 1 , wherein determining the channel profile of the shank of the existing key further includes determining at least one of a thickness of the shank of the existing ...

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Номер записи: 90
18-06-2015 дата публикации

Automatic method for milling complex channel-shaped cavities

Номер: US20150168945A1
Автор: Giuliano SONA
Принадлежит: DP Technology LLC

Methods and devices for milling a channel-shaped cavity by a five-axis computer numerical control (CNC) machine by selecting a workpiece to be machined, determining cutting tool flow along the channel-shaped cavity, determining cutting tool in-depth penetration, determining a trochoid path, and determining auxiliary movements.

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Номер записи: 91
16-06-2016 дата публикации

METHOD OF MACHINING A MOTION-SUPPORTING SURFACE OF A CYLINDER OF AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE

Номер: US20160169149A1
Автор: Hahn Karlheinz, WAGENER Wolfram, WOISETSCHLAEGER Patrick
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A method for working a wall of a cylinder of an internal combustion engine, in which peripheral grooves are machined into the wall, wherein at least one annular saw blade, which is provided on a circumference with a multiplicity of cutting teeth, is used for introducing the grooves, wherein the saw blade is moved so as to rotate about its longitudinal axis and on an annular path. A subsequent forming operation on the lands that are formed between neighboring grooves causes the formation of undercuts that can improve the connection of the wall of the cylinder to a subsequently applied coating layer. 1. A method of machining a wall of a cylinder of an internal combustion engine in which grooves extending around in a loop are introduced into the wall by a stock-removing process , such that to introduce the grooves , at least one annular saw-blade is used which is provided at its circumference with a plurality of cutting teeth , the saw-blade being moved in rotation on its longitudinal axis and along an annular path.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the width of the cutting teeth corresponds to the intended width of the grooves.3. The method of claim 1 , including using a plurality of saw-blades arranged in parallel.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the distance between adjacent saw-blades is a multiple of the width of lands formed between the grooves in the final state of the wall.5. The method of wherein the annular path is not circular.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the grooves are introduced in at least two passes claim 5 , with the non-circular annular paths along which the saw-blade is moved in the two passes not being identical.7. The method of claim 5 , wherein the annular path is stellate.8. The method of including bevelling or laterally radiusing the cutting teeth.9. The method of including reshaping the lands formed between the grooves to form undercuts.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the lands are reshaped by roller burnishing.11. The method of ...

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Номер записи: 92
14-06-2018 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR METAL-CUTTING MACHINING OF WEAR-AFFECTED BIT HOLDERS OF ROAD MILLING MACHINES, AND USE OF AN APPARATUS FOR OVERHAULING SUCH WEAR-AFFECTED BIT HOLDERS

Номер: US20180161888A1
Автор: Abresch Stefan, Barimani Cyrus, Lehnert Thomas, Reindorf Markus
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An apparatus for metal-cutting machining of wear-affected bit-head-proximal end regions of bit holders of road milling machines encompasses: 126-. (canceled)27. A method of overhauling a milling drum of a road milling machine , the milling drum including a plurality of bit holders , each bit holder including a bit receptacle opening extending along a receptacle axis , the bit receptacle opening being configured to receive a milling bit shank of a milling bit , the milling bit shank extending along a shank axis , the milling bit including the milling bit shank and a bit head and a bit tip attached to the bit head , at least some of the bit holders having a worn bit-head-proximal end region surrounding a bit-head-proximal end segment of the bit receptacle opening , and the bit holders each having an end surface facing toward the respective bit head during milling operation , the method comprising:(a) identifying a bit-holder related wear state of the milling drum; and(b) before beginning a further wear-causing operation of the milling drum, metal-cutting machining the bit-head-proximal end regions of at least some of the bit holders having end surfaces displaced along the receptacle axis compared with an unworn state of the bit holders, and thereby furnishing the milling drum with bit holders whose respective end surfaces are displaced at the same respective bit holder position along the receptacle axis as a function of the identified wear state.28. The method of claim 27 , wherein the metal-cutting machining is accomplished along the receptacle axis of the each respective bit holder being machined.29. The method of claim 27 , wherein the metal-cutting machining is accomplished while the bit holders are attached to a milling drum base element of the milling drum.30. The method of claim 27 , wherein step (a) includes identifying a bit holder or a group of bit holders having a maximally worn bit-head-proximal end region.31. The method of claim 30 , wherein as a result ...

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Номер записи: 93
25-06-2015 дата публикации

Rotary Cutting Tool Having Disk-Shaped Cutter Body Provided With Support Pads

Номер: US20150174675A1
Автор: Roohi MOKTHAR, Yaron Eisen
Принадлежит: Iscar Ltd

A cutting tool and cutter body assembly, including a disk-shaped cutter body and a plurality of support pads removably retained therein, the cutter body having an axis of rotation, two opposing end surfaces and a body peripheral surface extending therebetween. Each support pad intersects one of two annular-shaped planes equidistantly offset from opposite sides of a median plane perpendicular to the axis of rotation, and the cutter body intersects neither of the two annular-shaped planes. Each support pad is configured to make operative contact with a machined surface of a workpiece perpendicular to the axis of rotation. Each support pad has opposing upper and lower surfaces and a pad peripheral surface extending therebetween, the pad peripheral surface having an upper portion intersecting the upper surface, and the upper portion exhibiting N-fold rotational symmetry about a pad axis non-perpendicular to the lower surface.

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Номер записи: 94
21-06-2018 дата публикации

Localized Milled Golf Club Face

Номер: US20180169485A1
Автор: Erik M. Henrikson, Matthew W. Simone, Yujen Huang
Принадлежит: Karsten Manufacturing Corp

A wood-style golf club head includes a strike face and a body that cooperate to define a hollow internal club head volume. The strike face formed from a strike plate having an outer perimeter and a frame surrounding the strike plate. The strike plate is affixed to the frame across the entire outer perimeter. The strike plate and frame define a continuous ball striking surface that has a surface texture characteristic of milling that extends continuously across both the strike plate and the frame.

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Номер записи: 95
22-06-2017 дата публикации

POWER STEERING APPARATUS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING POWER STEERING APPARATUS

Номер: US20170174253A1
Автор: KITAMURA Keisuke, MARUYAMA Tatsuyoshi, Sugiyama Hiroyuki
Принадлежит: Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd.

An object of the present invention is to provide a power steering apparatus and a method of manufacturing a power steering apparatus that allow balls to smoothly travel in a connection member for circulating the balls. To achieve this object, a first curved portion of a first connection passage of a nut that faces a first bent portion of the connection member is formed into a curved shape in such a manner that a space between the first curved portion and the first bent portion is equal to or smaller than a predetermined value. Further, a second curved portion of a second connection passage of the nut that faces a second bent portion of the connection member is formed into a curved shape in such a manner that a space between the second curved portion and the second bent portion is equal to or smaller than a predetermined value. 1. A power steering apparatus comprising:a wheel turning shaft (a rack) configured to turn a turning target wheel by being axially displaced according to a rotation of a steering wheel;a wheel turning shaft-side ball screw groove provided on an outer peripheral side of the wheel turning shaft and having a helically grooved shape;a nut made from a metallic material, the nut including a main body portion formed annularly so as to surround the wheel turning shaft, the nut being provided rotatably relative to the wheel turning shaft;a nut-side ball screw groove provided on an inner peripheral side of the nut, the nut-side ball screw groove having a helically grooved shape, the nut-side ball screw groove forming a helical ball circulation groove together with the wheel turning shaft-side ball screw groove;a plurality of balls provided movably in the ball circulation groove;a first connection passage provided in the nut and formed in such a manner that one end side of the first connection passage is opened on an outer peripheral surface of the nut and an opposite end side of the first connection passage is opened on an inner peripheral surface of ...

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Номер записи: 96
08-07-2021 дата публикации

Tool and cutting insert for internal cooling, and methos of manufacturing thereof

Номер: US20210205895A1
Автор: Gershon Harif
Принадлежит: NO SCREW LTD

A cutting insert (112) comprising a top surface (118), a bottom surface (120), and side surfaces (122) spanning there-between, said side surfaces (122) comprising one or more feed-facing side surfaces (122a) and one or more radial-facing side surfaces (122b). The top surface (118) is formed with one or more linear grooves, each constituting a chip breaker (125) and being disposed parallel to and adjacent one of said feed-facing side surfaces (122a). The chip breaker (125) is characterised by a constant profile along the entire length of its respective feed-facing surface (122a). Each of said feed-facing side surfaces (122a) is disposed at an acute feed-angle (θ feed) with respect to the top surface (118), and each of said radial-facing side surfaces (122b) being disposed at an acute radial-angle (θ radial) with respect to the top surface (118), the feed-angle (θ feed) being greater than said radial-angle (θ radial).

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Номер записи: 97
30-06-2016 дата публикации

Groove processing apparatus

Номер: US20160184906A1
Автор: Young Keun Park
Принадлежит: Individual

A groove processing apparatus of processing a groove having a triangular cross section in a side of a plate material is provided. The groove processing apparatus includes a cutting member, a first driving part and a second driving part. The cutting member cuts the side of the plate material and the first driving part moves the cutting member to first and second positions. The second driving part moves the cutting member in groove processing directions of the plate material. The first position corresponds to any one of the two sides of the triangular shape having the same vertex and the second position corresponds to the other thereof, and the vertex is positioned inside the plate material.

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Номер записи: 98
18-09-2014 дата публикации

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING AN INSERT-RECEIVING POCKET WALL WITH A COMPOUND RADIUS

Номер: US20140271011A1
Автор: Gamble Kevin Michael, Morrison Lewis Ray
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A method for manufacturing a sidewall support surface of an insert-receiving pocket with a compound radius includes the steps of: 1) tilting a cutting tool at a primary tilt angle with respect to a first plane (x-z); 2) tilting the cutting tool at a secondary tilt angle with respect to a second plane (y-z), the second plane different than the first plane; and 3) rotating the cutting tool about an axis (z-axis) perpendicular to a pocket floor of the insert-receiving pocket while maintaining the first and second tilt angles. A cutting tool including a toolholder with the insert-receiving pocket having a pocket floor and the sidewall support surface formed with a compound radius is also described. 1. A method for manufacturing a sidewall support surface of an insert-receiving pocket with a compound radius , comprising:tilting a cutting tool at a primary tilt angle with respect to a first plane (x-z);tilting the cutting tool at a secondary tilt angle with respect to a second plane (y-z), the second plane different than the first plane; androtating the cutting tool about an axis (z-axis) perpendicular to a pocket floor of the insert-receiving pocket while maintaining the first and second tilt angles.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the primary tilt angle is between zero (0) degrees and twenty-five (25) degrees.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the secondary tilt angle is between zero (0) degrees and thirty-five (35) degrees.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the primary tilt angle is less than or equal to the secondary tilt angle.5. A sidewall support surface of an insert-receiving pocket of a toolholder formed with the method of .6. A cutting tool comprising a toolholder with an insert-receiving pocket for mounting a cutting insert thereon claim 1 , the insert-receiving pocket having a pocket floor and a sidewall support surface formed with a compound radius. The invention relates in general to a pocket wall for a cutting tool, and in ...

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Номер записи: 99
29-06-2017 дата публикации

MACHINING DEVICE AND MACHINING METHOD

Номер: US20170182572A1
Автор: Takahashi Hikaru
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The present invention achieves a machining apparatus which can easily be composed and a machining method which can perform gear machining or splined shaft machining easily by using an existing lathe. More specifically, the invention achieves a machining apparatus comprising: a cutter which includes a blade part formed in the shape of a ring around a peripheral surface thereof and which is driven to rotate about an axis thereof; a workpiece holder which holds a workpiece W rotatably; and a cutter driver which moves the cutter and the workpiece W relative to each other along an axial direction, wherein a gear or a splined shaft is formed on the peripheral surface of the workpiece W by synchronizing the rotation of the workpiece W with the relative movement of the cutter and the workpiece W and by rotating the cutter and wherein a plurality of the blade parts are disposed side by side along the axis, the cutter driver drives the cutter to rotate in one direction around the axis and to reciprocate relative to the workpiece W along the axis, the workpiece holder rotates the workpiece W in a forward/reverse direction in accordance with reciprocation of the cutter and cutting is performed on the workpiece W so as to form thereon an external shape of a gear or a splined shaft by placing each of the blade parts of the cutter in contact with the peripheral surface of the workpiece W. 1. A machining apparatus comprising:a cutter which includes a blade part formed in the shape of a ring around a peripheral surface thereof and which is driven to rotate about an axis thereof;a workpiece holder which holds a workpiece rotatably; anda cutter driver which moves the cutter and the workpiece relative to each other along an axial direction of the cutter, whereinan external shape of a gear or a shaft having a gear-shaped cross-section is formed on the peripheral surface of the workpiece by synchronizing the rotation of the workpiece with the relative movement of the cutter and the ...

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Номер записи: 100