Ladder fastener with roof gutter protection - has two round shells insertable on tubes welded to threaded vice

The ladder fastener uses a vice to press two radiussed shells onto the roof gutter etc. The shells (11) are insertable onto suitably radiussed pipes (12) welded to the vice (13) so that they can be pressed from above and below onto the gutter (10). The ladder (15) rests on another pipe (14) which is also welded to the vice and has holders (16) to prevent the ladder sliding sideways, with wing nuts to hold the ladder in the required setting. ADVANTAGE - Facility to secure ladder of different width to the gutter, without risk of lateral sliding and gutter damage.

Hilfslösegerät für Autoreparatur

Hilfslösegerät für Autoreparatur, das in der Axialrichtung eine Trennkraft zu beiden Seiten erzeugen kann, umfassend einen Hauptkörper (10), der im Inneren einen Aufnahmeraum (13), an einer Seite ein Hauptspindelloch (14) und an der anderen Seite ein Handgriffloch (15) und ein Knopfloch (16) aufweist, einen Handgriffsatz (20), der einen Handgriff (21) und ein Druckelement (24) aufweit, wobei ein Ende des Handgriffs (21) im Aufnahmeraum (13) des Hauptkörpers (10) angelenkt ist und das andere Ende des Handgriffs (21) durch das Handgriffloch (15) aus dem Hauptkörper (10) herausragt, wodurch der Handgriff (21) zwischen einer Löseposition und einer Andruckposition bewegt werden kann, wobei das Druckelement (24) gefedert auf dem Handgriff (21) im Aufnahmeraum (13) angeordnet ist und auf der Stirnseite eine bogenförmige Ausnehmung (241) bildet, mindestens eine Handgriff-Rückholfeder (30), die mit einem Ende an dem Hauptkörper (10) und mit dem anderen Ende an dem Handgriff (21) abgestützt ist, ...

Locking jaw as assembly aid for window construction

The locking jaws (1) slide into a screw clamp (2). The locking jaws are verticalLy adjustable and can swivel about 360 deg . The locking jaws are pushed into the screw clamp, which is specially designed for fitting the structural elements. The screw clamp clamps at three points, which are lined with rubber or plastics. The screw clamp can be made lighter than usual.

Clamp component for connecting or joining workpieces in vehicle body assembly

The clamp component comprises a holder (7) with a ceramic seating (10). The seating may be convexly formed or flat. The basic body of the holder is comprised of metal for at least for part of its outer surface which works together with the material to be welded. This metal may be brass. Alternatively the outer surface of the basic body may have a coating of ceramic. The seatings are the points of contact with the parts.

Elektrische Spannvorrichtung

Eine elektrische Spannvorrichtung (10) umfasst einen Grundkörper (12), eine Drehantriebseinheit (14), die durch ein elektrisches Signal drehend angetrieben wird, einen Antriebskrafttransmissionsmechanismus (18) zum Übertragen einer Drehantriebskraft der Drehantriebseinheit (14) auf einen Kniehebelmechanismus (16) und einen Klemmarm (20), der relativ zu dem Grundkörper (12) drehbar vorgesehen ist. Durch Antreiben der Drehantriebseinheit (14) wird eine Antriebskraft über den Antriebskrafttransmissionsmechanismus (18) auf den Klemmarm übertragen, wodurch der Klemmarm (20) um einen festgelegten Winkel relativ zu dem Grundkörper (12) gedreht wird, und ein Werkstück wird zwischen dem Klemmarm (20) und einem Stützelement (22) des Grundkörpers (12) geklemmt. Dabei umfasst ein Einstellmechanismus (52), der an dem Klemmarm (20) vorgesehen ist, eine Stange (54), die sich vorwärts und rückwärts bewegt, um Werkstücke unterschiedlicher Plattendicke stabil zu klemmen.

FILMANDRUCKPLATTE.

SPANNZWINGE MIT DREHBAREN UND VERSCHIEBBAREN BACKEN

Pivoted workpiece clamping jaw

The clamping device has a bearing block (1) to which an impact element or restraining device (6) is fitted. The supporting and moving arm (3) of the pivoted jaw (2) has its upper side or a head side coming in contact with it. The impact element may be in the form of a hook, or inverted U-shaped, or be in the form of a spacer composed of pieces of flexible elastic material. The bearing block may be a separate item. The thrust rod (10) of a hydraulic cylinder is fitted under the end of the supporting and moving arm of the jaw. The swing of the arm and jaw is limited by the position of the arm against the impact element, which is fixed to the bearing block on both sides.

Exhaust pipe for small to medium water craft, has gases passed through cooling section with sump connected to point outside boat by drainage tube

Prior to leaving the exhaust pipe (1), the exhaust gases are made to flow through a section used to help reduce the heat of the sea water around the pipe exit. In this section at least one sump is provided, with a drainage tube (25) extending from the deepest point of the sump to a point around the boat.

Replacement pressure piece for repairing kit for replacing pieces of pressure clamping device, has clamping section blank that is provided at end of replacement pressure piece with interference opposite to clamping portion of pressure piece

The replacement pressure piece has a connection portion (11) to connect a clamping portion (12) to a mounting frame of a clamping device. The connection portion at an end of the replacement pressure piece is identical to the connection portion of each of the pressure pieces of the clamping device. A clamping section blank (12') is provided at another end of the replacement pressure piece that has an interference opposite to the clamping portion of the pressure pieces of the predetermined clamping device. An independent claim is included for a repairing method for replacing predetermined pieces of a predetermined pressure clamping device.

Spannwerkzeug

Schraubzwinge

Schraubzwingenartige Greiferklemme

Spannelement mit keilförmigen Spannflächen

Spanneinrichtung (3) zum Spannen von mit Bauteilöffnungen versehenen Bauteilen mittels dieser Bauteilöffnungen, mit einem Gehäuse (21), das eine gerade Durchgangsöffnung enthält, mit einem in der Durchgangsöffnung verschieblich gelagerten Zugbolzen (22), mit einem Keilglied (23), das an einem Stirnende des Zugbolzens (22) angeordnet ist und genau zwei ebene Keilflächen (42, 43) trägt, die in Richtung auf den Zugbolzen (22) gegeneinander konvergieren, wobei die durch die Keilflächen (42, 43) definierten Ebenen eine Schnittlinie bilden, die rechtwinkelig zu der Längsachse des Zugbolzens (22) verläuft, mit genau zwei Spannbacken (44, 45), von denen jede von einer Außenfläche, die zur Anlage mit der Wand der Bauteilöffnung eingerichtet ist, und einer Anlagefläche für die Keilfläche (42, 43) des Keilglieds (23) versehen ist, derart, dass die Spannbacken (44, 45) in der Bauteilöffnung des Bauteils in Richtung rechtwinkelig zu der Längsachse des Zugbolzens (22) verschieben können, um Lagetoleranzen ...

Vice apparatus

Clamping device

Improvements in or relating to joiners' clamps and the like

... 231,718. Watkins, P. July 8, 1924. Clamps.-For clamping together wooden &c. rods or the like to form rustic work, bamboo furniture, &c., a clamp is used which is adapted to enable two rods &c. to be clamped at adjustable angles while the are secured together by nailing, the cramp being constructed to permit ready insertion of the nails. As applied to a C-clamp in which one of the jaws 14 is mounted on a screw 12, and the other jaw is integral with the C-part 10, the jaw 14 is rotatably mounted at the end of the, screw 12 and is formed with two pairs of V-shaped recesses 24, 26; 23, 25, either pair of which can receive one of the rods to be secured together. The other jaw is formed of two fixed arcuate parts 15, 16, which constitute the upper part of the C-part 10 and are provided with three pairs of coacting V-recesses 19, 20; 18, 21; 17, 22, the lines joining the centres of the recesses being radial to the axis of the screw 12. A rod can be received between either pair of recesses in the ...

PIPE RESTRAINING CLAMP

Multifunctional workpiece clamping system

Adjustable multi-jawed clamp

A clamp comprises a first clamping jaw assembly 14, a second clamping jaw assembly 16 facing towards the first clamping jaw assembly 14 and a tightening mechanism 18 for tightening the clamping jaw assemblies 14 and 16 against a workpiece. The second clamping jaw assembly 16 comprises a plurality of jaw clamps 16A and 16B, at least one of which is pivotable about an axis 22 that extends longitudinally from the second clamping jaw assembly 16 to the first clamping jaw assembly 14. The pivoting jaw clamp is pivotable into a position adjacent another jaw clamp of the second clamping jaw assembly 16 and is lockable at predetermined angular positions about the pivot axis 22. Figure 2 shows a spreader clamp where two jaw assemblies face away from each other and figures 3A and 3B show a clamp where both jaw assemblies comprise two jaw clamps with each jaw clamp being pivotable about an axis extending longitudinally between the two jaw assemblies.

Insert for use in a gripping apparatus

CLAMPING TOOL

Modular work board

A modular work board 1 for placement on top of a work bench to aid the positioning of tools during DIY operations. The board comprises a plurality of holes 2 which can accommodate plug in clamps, guides and other accessories 13,14, 16-18. The board maybe constructed as a grid of interlocking cells to allow its shape and size to be altered depending on its intended use (See fig 9). The use of guide rollers to control the position of a saw blade is also covered. (See figs 5 and 6).

Fasteners

A fastener 10 for fastening a welding nozzle to a gas output device, the fastener 10 comprising: a first clamping member 12 and a second clamping member 14, moveable between an open configuration and a closed configuration, and which define an aperture 24 for receiving the welding nozzle, the first clamping member 12 including: a member 34 for resiliently engaging the welding nozzle, wherein the member 34 is arranged to be progressively deformed by the welding nozzle as the first clamping member 12 and second clamping member 14 move from the open configuration toward the closed configuration, and is arranged such that the degree of deformation of the member 34 by the welding nozzle achieved when the first and second clamping members 12, 14 reach the closed configuration is equal to, or less than, the maximum resilient deformation of the member 34.

Supporting an elongate article

A tree trunk (2) to be cut into lengths with a chain saw is supported by two supporting members (8,9) which are spaced in relation to each other such that, when an end of the trunk is engaged therebetween, the trunk is supported in a cantilever manner. The supporting members (8,9) can each be of a planar form with their planes parallel and having gripping elements, such as, serrations or teeth defining an arcuate array which presents a generally convex profile for engaging the trunk. ...

Clamping device

A clamping device includes a clamp assembly and an adjustment assembly, the clamp assembly having two symmetrical clamp arms 1 which are oppositely hinged to each other. Each of the clamp arms includes two identical and parallel clamp pieces 2 and a jaw 3. The jaw is detachably connected between the two clamp pieces, a lower edge of the jaw includes, in order from left to right, a first arc-shaped section 4, a second arc-shaped section 5 and a horizontal section 6. The bottoms of the arc-shaped sections and the horizontal section are at a same plane. The arc-shaped sections are symmetrical to each other and an angle 7 is defined between them. A V-shaped groove 8 is defined between the second arc-shaped section and the horizontal section. The arc-shaped sections are longer than the horizontal section. Each of the clamp arms may include a fixing rod 15. The adjustment assembly may include a bolt 16, a nut 17, a spring 18 and a stop block 19.

Vibratory sieving apparatus with toggle clamps

A vibratory sieving apparatus (10,fig.1) has a plurality of body parts and a toggle clamp (300,fig.2) arranged, in use, to urge the body parts together to form a sieving chamber. The toggle clamp (300,fig2) features a plunger 304 slidably coupled to the toggle clamp (300,fig2) and a resilient member 606 which, in use, urges the plunger 304 into contact with at least one of the body parts. Also disclosed is a vibratory sieving apparatus (10,fig.1) with a plurality of body parts and a toggle clamp (fig.7) with a spring 606 loaded plunger 304 arranged, in use, to apply a clamping force to the body parts to hold them together. The spring loading of such toggles may result in a more consistent closing force being ...

C-clamp

Improvements in vices

... 394,068. Vices. VOUCHER, Ltd., 65, Upper Bridge Street, LAVENDER, F. H. R., Skip Lane, and GIBSON, A. H., 110, Birmingham Road, all in Walsall. Feb. 20, 1932, No. 5074. [Class 61 (ii).] A work-holding jaw comprises. an angled member 1 having horizontal and vertical surfaces 2, 8, the vertical surface being gapped to receive a series of loose plates 4 which, after adjustment to the approximate contour of the work, are locked by screws 7 in a cover plate 5. Some of the plates may be advanced to embrace the upper and lower sides of the work. The jaw may co-operate with a similar jaw, or with a plain jaw or abutment. The work-contacting edges of the plates may be serrated, recessed or otherwise shaped.

Double headed woodwork clamp

SWIVEL PAD CONNECTOR FOR A BOLT SHANK

ZWINGE ZUM FESTHALTEN UND ANPRESSEN VON UMLEIMERN AN TAFELFOERMIGEN WERKSTUECKEN

Clamp for fixing and pressing edging strips 12 onto components 11 in panel form. The central part of a U-shaped fork includes a threaded hole provided with a threaded spindle 7 with a pressure piece 9 at the end located between the branches 2, 3 of the fork 1. Jaws 4 are hinged onto the branches 2, 3 and can pivot about a pin 6 which is perpendicular to the plane of the fork 1. The clamping surfaces 5 of the jaws 4 extend in a spiral configuration with respect to the pin 6 so that the distance of the successive sections of these surfaces increases with respect to the pin 6 of the jaws 4 in the direction of the outer face of the fork towards its central plane. ...

VORRICHTUNG ZUM BESTIMMEN VON WERKSTUECKEN WERKSTUECKEN

VICE FOR PIPES

SPANNHAND ZUM EINSPANNEN VON INSBESONDERE ZYLINDRISCH ODER ROHRFÖRMIG AUSGEBILDETEN WERKSTÜCKEN

ZWINGE ZUM FESTHALTEN UND ANPRESSEN VON UMLEIMERN AN TAFELFOERMIGEN WERKSTUECKEN

CLAMPING HAND FOR CLAMPING IN PARTICULAR CYLINDRICAL OR TUBULAR TRAINED WORKPIECES

ZWINGE ZUM FIXIEREN EINES FENSTERSTOCKES

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KLEMMVORRICHTUNG

The invention relates to a clamping device for flat material structures (8) such as textile strips, textile material webs, films, tarpaulins, paper webs and the like, characterized in that the clamping device has a main plate (1), a clamping plate (2) which can be placed on the main plate and moved relative thereto and an eccentric lever (4) hinged to the main plate, wherein the clamping plate (2) can be pressed against the main plate (1) by pivoting the eccentric lever (4) or removed in the release position.

FERRULE FOR HOLDING AND PRESSING UMLEIMERN AT TAFELFOERMIGEN WORKPIECES

PIN

ZWINGE, ZUM FIXIEREN VON ZWEI GEGENSTÄNDEN

CLAMPING DEVICE.

SPANNHAND ZUM EINSPANNEN VON INSBESONDERE ZYLINDRISCH ODER ROHRFOERMIG AUSGEBILDETEN WERKSTUECKEN

MULTI-HEAD TIGHTENER WITH INDIVIDUAL REMOTE CONTROLL.

FASTENING CLAMP.

PROPELLED TIGHTENER WITH FINAL SWIVELLING TIGHTENING YOKE

TABLE, IN PARTICULAR ZURICHT-UND SCHWEISSTISCH

Balkenzug und Wendeadapter dafür

Der Balkenzug (1) umfasst zwei Verbindungsteile (2) und eine Spindel (3), wobei die Verbindungsteile Gewindehülsen (4) umfassen, deren Innengewinde an Aussengewinde der Spindel (3) angepasst sind, und die Spindel (3) auf der einen Seite ein Rechtsgewinde (3a), auf der anderen Seite ein Linksgewinde (3b) und in ihrer Mitte eine Eingriffsform (3c), vorzugsweise eine Mehrkantform für den formschlüssigen Eingriff eines Schlüssels oder einer Ratsche (5) aufweist, so dass mit der über den Schlüssel oder die Ratsche (5) erzielten Drehung der Spindel (3) ein Zusammenziehen der Verbindungsteile (2) erzielbar ist. An den von der Spindel (3) wegführenden Enden der Verbindungsteile (2) sind Wendeadapter (6) angeordnet, welche im Wesentlichen entlang der Spindelachse und somit in der Verlängerung der Verbindungsteile (2) nach aussen ausgerichtet werden können und welche bei mindestens zwei verschiedenen Kontaktflächen (7) verschiedene Anschlusselemente umfassen, wobei die Anschlusselemente als Vorsprünge ...

CLAMPING FIXTURE WITH MOBILE ONE AND SWITCH-SELECTABLE ONE OF FIRM CHUCK JAW

Transfer system and transfer device

CLAMP

Improved clamp head

The present invention relates to a clamp head. The clamp head comprises an arched body having upper and lower faces, and opposing unequal length arms. The body further has a through aperture for a bolt or like threaded fastener extending between the upper and lower faces, the through aperture tapering outwardly through the body in the direction of the lower face. The arms comprise a reaction arm having at its distal end a curved reaction face and a clamping arm having at its distal end a curved clamping face. The curved reaction face has a first edge that is proximal to the reaction face and a second edge that is distal to the reaction face, wherein the radius of curvature of the reaction face increases in the direction of the second edge.

Line tapping and clamping assembly for refrigeration systems

Determinant spar assembly

Apparatus for releasably clamping workpieces

ARM CLAMP

In order to increase the utility of an arm clamp having a guide rail, on which a fixed transverse arm is seated, having a sliding arm which is displaceable on the guide rail and which can be tilted with the latter, and having a pressure application spindle with a pressure piece, which pressure application spindle is displaceably arranged on the sliding arm so that a compressive force can be exerted on a workpiece between transverse arm and sliding arm, a box-like attachment member is provided for the sliding arm, which provides a substantially flat abutment surface for a workpiece, and is so constructed that it can be pushed on the pressure piece of the sliding arm so that the attachment member is held on the sliding arm and a compressive force can be exerted by the attachment member on a workpiece via the pressure application spindle, and wherein the attachment member comprises at least two mutually spaced guide recesses via which it is displaceably mounted on the guide rail.

COMBINATION VISE AND CLAMP

A clamp including a plurality of clamping assemblies, a first of the clamping assemblies including two opposing clamping jaws that have first-shaped clamping surfaces, the clamping jaws being movably mounted on support structure for movement towards and away from each other; and a second of the clamping assemblies including two opposing clamping jaws that have second-shaped clamping surfaces which are shaped differently than the first-shaped clamping surfaces and which are movably mounted on support structure for movement towards and away from each other.

AN ADAPTER FOR A MAGNETIC CLAMP

... ²²²An adapter (10) for a magnetic clamp (12) includes a body (14) having an ²element engaging portion (16) for engaging an element (18) to be supported in ²position by the magnetic clamp (12). A height compensation mechanism (20) is ²carried by the body (14) for compensating for height variations between the ²clamp (12) and the element (18).² ...

JAW INSERT FOR GRIPPING A CYLINDRICAL MEMBER AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

An insert for use in a gripping assembly is disclosed. The insert includes a base member having a plurality of gripping teeth. The teeth are arranged in at least two substantially adjacent rows, where at least one row of teeth is offset or staggered longitudinally from an immediately adjacent row of teeth. When the teeth engage a cylindrical member, a resistance profile is created that is substantially continuous and does not oscillate over a length of the insert approaching 100% of the length of the entire insert.

A LEVER CLAMP AND USE THEREOF

A lever clamp for use in securing liner to a liquid holding tank is provided. More specifically, the present clamp comprises a lever member pivotally connected to the clamp capable engaging a base bar and creating a clamping for to secure the liner to the tank.

LOCKING VISE FOR PIPES

A locking vise for pipes, useful in operations for welding portions of plastic pipe by polywelding of the head portion. The vise comprises two mutually opposite jaws which form, when clamped, a circular locking seat for a portion of pipe. A slot is formed on the grip surface of each jaw in order to accommodate a corresponding portion of a body for reducing the diameter of the circular locking seat of the pipes. Elements for fixing to the corresponding jaw are further associated with each reduction body. The fixing elements comprise at least one locking pin, which can perform an axial translational motion and is inserted through the slot transversely to the slot. The locking pin has, in the axial direction, a first part, which forms, when arranged in the slot, an undercut for preventing extraction for the reduction body, and a second part, which is recessed with respect to the first part and forms, when arranged in the slot, a disengagement configuration for the reduction body.

U-JOINT TOOL SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A U-joint tool employs a drive system that allows a first portion to be displaced relative to a second portion. A drive surface is supported by the second portion A receiving member defines an engaging surface and a receiving cavity. The receiving member is supported by the first portion along a drive axis extending through the drive surface. Operation of the drive system displaces the drive surface relative to the receiving member.

PRESSING JAWS, AND CRIMPING PLIERS HAVING TWO PLIER JAWS

The invention relates to two pressing jaws (6, 7) for opposite arrangement in crimping pliers (1), the pressing jaws (6, 7) having ribs (29, 31), which extend in a rib longitudinal direction and move into each other during pressing. The aim of the invention is to further improve pressing jaws with respect to handling and with respect to the crimping to be achieved. This aim is achieved, according to the invention, in that a guide surface (F) extending transversely to the rib longitudinal direction (R) outside of a working region of the ribs (29, 31) is formed, which guide surface interacts with a guide protrusion (38) extending from the opposite pressing jaw (6, 7). The invention further relates to pressing jaws for crimping pliers, comprising ribs, which are designed to mesh with each other and which have a rib longitudinal direction, the ribs each having a free end face associated with the other pressing jaw. The invention further relates to crimping pliers, comprising two plier jaws, ...

SPRING CLAMP SYSTEM

A spring clamping system includes improved spring clamping mechanisms and a gimbal mechanism. Removable attachment clips securely join each clamping mechanism to the gimbal mechanism while allowing positive-lock positioning and rapid repositioning of a workpiece through at least two planes of motion. Curved strengthening and alignment sections resist lateral misalignment during operation while maintaining handle alignment and clamp opening scope.

PRECISION NOTCH MACHINING FIXTURE AND METHOD

A fixture includes an enlarged plate having slots in an upper surface, and support members are secured to the plate at the slots. The fixture is utilized to machine parts that are initially flame-cut from a large plate/sheet of hot-roll steel. A plurality of notches are flame-cut into the perimeter of the part. The support members engage the fla me- cut slots to secure the part to the plate for machining a first side of the part. Precision notches are machined into the part, and precisely-shaped protrusions on the support members are closely received in the precision notches to precisely locate the part for further machining on a second side thereof.

OBLIQUE FASTENING APPARATUS

An oblique fastening apparatus includes first and second clamping units. The first clamping unit includes a first main body, a first guide member, a first clamping member, and a first oblique fastener passage extending through the first guide member and the first clamping member and having a first discharge section communicating with ambient atmosphere. The second clamping unit includes a second main body movable relative to the first main body, and a second clamping member. The first and second clamping members are configured to clamp a workpiece therebetween. A guide unit is provided to guide relative movement of the first and second main bodies.

CLAMPING TOOL ATTACHMENT FOR USE WITH A POLISHED ROD

In one aspect there is provided a tool attachment for use with a clamping tool having at least one jaw. The tool attachment comprises a semi-cylindrical member having an inner bore along a bore axis and an external groove suitable to capture part of at least one jaw. In another aspect, a tool attachment assembly is provided for use with a clamping tool having two jaws and for use with polished rod having an outside diameter. The tool attachment assembly comprises a pair of tool attachments wherein the each of the inner bores of the pair of tool attachments are each of such dimensions so as to create a total bore having a inner diameter which is smaller than the outer diameter of said polished rod when each one of the pair of tool attachments is attached to the two jaws and when the clamping tool is in a clamped configuration.

CLAMP WITH PIVOTING AND SLIDING JAWS

FULL FACE PAD

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PREPARING A FLITCH FOR CUTTING

The present invention includes a method and apparatus for preparing a flitch (13), particularly a tapered flitch, to present its outermost veneer-producing zone substantially parallel to a knife. The apparatus comprises a drill mechanism (102) for drilling a plurality of holes (90, 92) in the flitch (13) and a mechanism (100) for holding a flitch. The holes (90, 92) are arranged in a predetermined pattern and extend from a flitch mounting surface (18) into the flitch distances defining a boundary between the veneer-producing zone (21) and the staylog-engaging zone (23). A method for preparing a flitch (13) for slicing comprises positioning the flitch in a preparing position and forming a plurality of dog-receiving holes (90) in the flitch (13) in a predetermined pattern with each hole (90) extending through a staylog-engaging zone (23) to the veneer-producing zone (23) so the flitch (13) may be held for slicing by a plurality of dogs (59) in the dog-receiving holes (90) by engaging the ...

Verstellbare Schraubzwinge.

Vorrichtung zum Einspannen von Metallprofilen zum Zwecke des Zusammenschweissens des Stosses ihrer Enden.

Spannzwinge.

Einrichtung zum Halten von Werkstücken, insbesondere an Werktischen.

Schraubzwinge.

Gefederter Druckteller an Schraubzwingen

Zusatzspanneinrichtung für Schraubzwingen

Spannzwinge

An Werktischen oder an Werkzeugmaschinen-Tischen ansetzbare Vorrichtung zum Festhalten von Zwingen

Device for pressing two boards against one another which abut at their narrow side, and use of the device

Clamping fixture for machine tools

Clamping fixture for machine tools consists of two L=shaped arms with common pivot able to clamp small workpieces of few millimetres ...

FIXING DEVICE FROM WORKPIECES FOR FOR POURING CONCRETE.

ADJUSTABLE CLAMPING FIXTURE.

TIGHTENER.

Bar course and turning adapter therefor.

Der Balkenzug (1) umfasst zwei Verbindungsteile (2) und eine Spindel (3), wobei die Verbindungsteile Gewindehülsen (4) umfassen, deren Innengewinde an die Aussengewinde der Spindel (3) angepasst sind, und die Spindel (3) auf der einen Seite ein Rechtsgewinde (3a), auf der anderen Seite ein Linksgewinde (3b) und in ihrer Mitte eine Eingriffsform (3c), vorzugsweise eine Mehrkantform für den formschlüssigen Eingriff eines Schlüssels oder einer Ratsche (5) aufweist, so dass mit der über den Schlüssel oder die Ratsche (5) erzielten Drehung der Spindel (3) ein Zusammenziehen der Verbindungsteile (2) erzielbar ist. An den von der Spindel (3) wegführenden Enden der Verbindungsteile (2) sind Wendeadapter (6) angeordnet, welche im Wesentlichen entlang der Spindelachse und somit in der Verlängerung der Verbindungsteile (2) nach aussen ausgerichtet werden können und welche bei mindestens zwei verschiedenen Kontaktflächen (7) verschiedene Anschlusselemente umfassen, wobei die Anschlusselemente als Vorsprünge ...

bar course and turning adapter therefor.

Der Balkenzug (1) umfasst zwei Verbindungsteile (2) und eine Spindel (3), wobei die Verbindungsteile Gewindehülsen (4) umfassen, deren Innengewinde an Aussengewinde der Spindel (3) angepasst sind, und die Spindel (3) auf der einen Seite ein Rechtsgewinde (3a), auf der anderen Seite ein Linksgewinde (3b) und in ihrer Mitte eine Eingriffsform (3c), vorzugsweise eine Mehrkantform für den formschlüssigen Eingriff eines Schlüssels oder einer Ratsche (5) aufweist, so dass mit der über den Schlüssel oder die Ratsche (5) erzielten Drehung der Spindel (3) ein Zusammenziehen der Verbindungsteile (2) erzielbar ist. An den von der Spindel (3) wegführenden Enden der Verbindungsteile (2) sind Wendeadapter (6) angeordnet, welche im Wesentlichen entlang der Spindelachse und somit in der Verlängerung der Verbindungsteile (2) nach aussen ausgerichtet werden können und welche bei mindestens zwei verschiedenen Kontaktflächen (7) verschiedene Anschlusselemente umfassen, wobei die Anschlusselemente als Vorsprünge ...

Chuck.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Spannfutter zum Spannen eines dünnwandigen Werkstückes (2), mit einem Futterkörper (3), einer dem Futterkörper (3) zugeordneten Werkstückauflage (6) und mindestens zwei am Futterkörper (3) gelagerten, relativ zur Werkstückauflage (6) verstellbaren Spannbacken (5). Der Futterkörper (3) ist zwischen einer ersten der Bearbeitung der Oberseite (7) des Werkstücks (2) dienenden Drehlage und einer zweiten der Bearbeitung der Unterseite des Werkstücks (2) dienenden Drehlage verstellbar. Die Werkstückauflage (6) weist eine Öffnung als Zugang zu der Unterseite des Werkstücks (2) auf. Es ist eine Werkstückabstützung (10) vorgesehen, die zwischen einer ersten der Abstützung der Unterseite des Werkstücks (2) in der ersten Drehlage dienenden Stellung und einer zweiten der Abstützung der Oberseite (7) des Werkstück (2) in der zweiten Drehlage dienenden Stellung verstellbar ist, wobei auf der Achse der Werkstückabstützung (10) mindestens ein Ritzel (23) angeordnet ist zur Realisierung ...

Chuck.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Spannfutter zum Spannen dünnwandiger Werkstücke (2), mit einem Futterkörper (3), einer dem Futterkörper (3) zugeordneten Werkstückauflage (6) und mindestens zwei am Futterkörper (3) gelagerten, relativ zur Werkstückauflage (6) verstellbaren Spannbacken (5). Der Futterkörper (3) ist zwischen einer ersten, der Bearbeitung der Oberseite (7) des Werkstücks (2) dienenden Drehlage, und einer zweiten, der Bearbeitung der Unterseite des Werkstücks (2) dienenden Drehlage verstellbar. Die Werkstückauflage (6) weist eine Öffnung als Zugang zu der Unterseite des Werkstücks (2) auf. Es ist eine Werkstückabstützung (10) vorgesehen, die zwischen einer ersten, der Abstützung der Unterseite des Werkstücks (2) in der ersten Drehlage dienenden Stellung und einer zweiten, der Abstützung der Oberseite (7) des Werkstücks (2) in der zweiten Drehlage dienenden Stellung verstellbar ist, wobei auf der Achse der Werkstückabstützung (10) mindestens ein Ritzel (23) angeordnet ist zur Realisierung ...

Pressure transmission device for Rahmenpressen for window frameworks and window wings.

Clamping claw for separating and attaching lockable or engageable elements - has fork elements on one end of each of straight and angled legs, forks having curved segment with stepped radii on inside surface

The straight legged and angled legged levers (1,2) move relative to each other in opposite directions on a drive spindle or a threaded bolt (5). There are tool keys or fork elements (3,4) loosely attached to one end of these legs by plug and/or screws (10,11) or attached by rivets or welding. The fork prongs have symmetrical, curved segments with stepped radii, one after the other, along their long axis. There may be ridges on the inside surface, near the top and bottom of the forks. The inside surface may also be knurled. USE/ADVANTAGE - For assembling and disassembling the members of a joining hose. Does not need so much strength for disassembly as similar tools.

Cylindrical-work-clamping jaw - has profiled pivoting flat bodies on ends of linked bell-crank levers

The clamping jaw for cylindrical or tubular work in particular has a bell-crank lever (2) with arms of equal length and attached at one end to the longer arm of a second such lever (3) with arms of different lengths. A screw bolt (5) turns in the end of the long arm of the second lever, and engages in a bush at the junction between the arms of the first lever. The other ends of the two levers are moved towards each other by the bolt, and on them are flat pivoting bodies (13,14) forming clamping jaws. Their outer edges are profiled to form supporting faces for the work (25). ADVANTAGE - Grips work both loosely for positioning and firmly for machining.

Manually-operated even-pressure clamping mechanism - has U=shaped body with screwed spindle accommodating plate

The manually-operated clamping mechanism exerts pressure evenly distributed over a plate by means of a single actuator. It comprises a U-shaped body (1) containing a screwed spindle (6,7), and accommodating the plate (3) and the pressure-distribution device (2) mounted on it, pressure being exerted via the device by the spindle. The device can comprise intersecting profiled members (9) held together by guide bodies (10) and onto which thrust bodies are fitted. Pressure is applied to a single point on the device. ADVANTAGE - Applies even pressure to surfaces of different sizes when gluing or veneering furniture components, etc.

Device for determination of the material properties of snowboard or ski.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Einrichtung zur Bestimmung von Materialeigenschaften von Snowboards oder Ski oder dergleichen, insbesondere zur Bestimmung mechanischer Eigenschaften, die universelle Testmöglichkeiten bieten soll und zugleich einfach in Aufbau und Anwendung ist. Dies ist dadurch gelöst, dass die Einrichtung mindestens ein Paar relativ zueinander bewegliche Auflage- und Spannelemente aufweist, die in mindestens einer Achsrichtung, bevorzugt gemeinsam, verschiebbar und um ihre Längsachse drehbar angeordnet sind.

Device for determining e.g. material properties, of snowboard or ski in e.g. quality control sector, has supporting elements and clamping elements movable relative to each other and adjustably arranged in axle direction

The device has supporting elements and clamping elements movable in relative to each other and adjustably arranged in axle direction, where a cross section of the clamping elements is equilateral triangle or polygonal in shape. The clamping elements are rotatably arranged around a longitudinal axis. Guiding and drive components are connected to the clamping elements. A data processing unit is arranged on a downstream of the clamping elements. A frame (14) is movably arranged in a base element (18). A cross section of the clamping elements is rectangular or polygonal in shape.

Strip pressing equipment against shelf edge - has press screwed to cramp to grip shelf, strip and channel section rail

The equipment presses a strip of material against the accessible edge of a shelf in an assembled cupboard. It comprises one or more cramps (1) gripping the shelf (5), and onto which a press (10, 15, 16) is screwed, thrusting the strip (9) against the shelf edge. The press can have a channel-section rail where it bears against the strip, so as to generate even pressure over the entire strip length. ADVANTAGE - Simplicity and low cost, with adjustable pressure.

TIGHTENER.

A clamping device comprises a block (3) against which a clamping shackle (2) can be moved by means of a clamping screw (5). The effective region of the block (3) is provided with a shoulder (20) which receives one of the edge parts of a work piece (11). This effective region of the block (3) also comprises a constriction obtained by means of lateral recesses (15). The stopping surface (22) of the shoulder (20) is formed by the material of the block (3). The support surface (21) of the shoulder (20) is inset from the upper surface (9) of the block (3). The block (3) is provided with fastening means on a mounting plate. The distance between these means and the stopping surface (22) of the shoulder (20) is known and defined, so that the work piece (11) is aligned with respect to the starting point of the machining by a machine-tool simply by pressing on this stopping surface (22). Auxiliary stops (25) arranged on the block (3) of the clamping device fill in any gap between the side wall (103 ...

Universal Clamping Block

An interface component is provided for use in combination with a clamp or compressive tool imparting a compressive force against respective planar contact surfaces of two components being joined at a miter joint. The interface features an elongated member having a projection projecting away from a top surface in a substantially circular path. The curved surface provides a means to redirect the compressive force communicated against said curved surface to the miter joint at a substantially normal angle.

Quick clamp

A quick clamp includes a first jaw, a second jaw, a crank, an operating handle, a shaft assembly and a slide rail. The crank is arranged in a cover plate of the second jaw with the operating handle rotatably screwed to an upper end of the crank, the shaft assembly connected to a through bore formed at a middle portion of the crank and the slide rail extended through a slide rail slot formed near a lower end of the crank. By turning the operating handle in one direction, the crank is brought to pivot with the slide rail slot thereof becoming inclined to press against the slide rail, so that the slide rail is stopped from moving relative to the second jaw. When the operating handle is turned reversely, the slide rail is released, and the second jaw is movable along the slide rail.

CLAMP ASSEMBLY

A lever-operated clamp having a base, a clamp arm pivotally mounted to the base, and a lever which, upon pivoting, moves the clamp arm in a clamping direction of movement. An internally threaded bolt retainer is mounted to the clamp arm and threadably receives a bolt so that the rotational position of the bolt relative to the bolt retainer varies the position of the bolt relative to the clamp arm. A jam nut or internally threaded knob locks the bolt at its adjusted position. 1. A clamp assembly comprising:a base,an elongated clamp arm pivotally mounted at one end to said base,a lever pivotally secured to said base and said clamp arm at spaced apart pivot axes so that pivotal movement of said lever moves the other end of said clamp arm about a direction of movement,an internally threaded bolt retainer attached to said clamp arm adjacent said other end, andan elongated bolt threadably attached to said bolt retainer so that an axis of said bolt is substantially aligned with said direction of movement.2. The clamp assembly as defined in and comprising an internally hand manipulated threaded knob which threadably engages said bolt and claim 1 , upon tightening claim 1 , creates a tensile force between said bolt and said knob.3. The clamp assembly as defined in and comprising a washer disposed between said knob and said clamp arm.4. The clamp assembly as defined in wherein said washer includes at least one anti-rotation tab which prevents rotation of said washer relative to said clamp arm.5. The clamp assembly as defined in and comprising an internally threaded jam nut which threadably engages said bolt and claim 1 , upon tightening claim 1 , creates a tensile force between said bolt and said jam nut.6. The clamp assembly as defined in and comprising a washer disposed between said jam nut and said clamp arm.7. The clamp assembly as defined in wherein said washer includes at least one anti-rotation tab which prevents rotation of said washer relative to said clamp arm.8. ...

CLAMP ARM ASSEMBLY

A clamp assembly includes a clamp member and a clip. The clamp member includes a body and an aperture. The body includes an end portion, a first arm, and a second arm. The first arm and second arm each extend from the end portion. The first arm and second arm are laterally spaced apart from one another to form an opening positioned therebetween. The opening extends along an axis. The aperture extends through the first arm and the second arm in a direction orthogonal to the axis of the opening. The aperture is positioned proximate ends of the first arm and the second arm on an opposite side of the opening relative to the end portion. The clip includes a clip body extending partially about the opening axis and securing the clamp member against axial movement relative to the plunger. 1. A clamp arm assembly configured to be attached to a plunger , the clamp arm assembly comprising: a body including an end portion, a first arm, and a second arm, the first arm and second arm each extending from the end portion, the first arm and second arm laterally spaced apart from one another to form an opening positioned therebetween, the opening extending along an axis, and', 'an aperture extending through the first arm and the second arm in a direction orthogonal to the axis of the opening, the aperture positioned proximate ends of the first arm and the second arm on an opposite side of the opening relative to the end portion; and, 'a clamp member including,'}a clip including a clip body extending partially about the opening axis, the clip securing the clamp member against axial movement relative to the plunger.2. The clamp arm assembly of claim 1 , wherein the clip body extends through an arc of no more than 270 degrees about the axis.3. The clamp arm assembly of claim 2 , wherein the clip body extends through an arc of approximately 180 degrees and approximately 190 degrees.4. The clamp arm assembly of claim 1 , wherein the body of the clamp member further includes a groove ...

Clamping Feet for an End Effector

An attachment for an end effector. The attachment may include a clamp and a foot adhesively bonded to an edge of the clamp and having a set of interlocking features that form a mechanical interlock with the clamp. 1. An apparatus comprising:a clamp; anda foot adhesively bonded to an edge of the clamp and having a set of interlocking features that form a mechanical interlock with the clamp.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the set of interlocking features increase a cohesive strength of an interface between a first element and a second element.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the set of interlocking features give the interface between the first element and the second element cohesive strength to resist bending forces.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the set of interlocking features is a set of projections.5. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the second element further comprises:a base portion, wherein the set of interlocking features extend from the base portion.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein an interlocking feature in the set of interlocking features comprises:an elongated portion that extends from the base portion of the second element.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the interlocking feature further comprises:a locking portion located at an end of the elongated portion and having a first width greater than a second width of the elongated portion.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the locking portion is a circular portion having a diameter greater than the second width of the elongated portion.9. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the elongated portion extends from the base portion of the second element at an angle relative to an interface between the base portion and the edge of the first element.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the angle is between about 5 degrees and about 85 degrees relative to the interface.11. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the elongated portion extends substantially perpendicularly from the base ...

Adjustable Retaining Structure for a Cradle Fixture

A method and apparatus for adjusting an adjustable retaining structure. The adjustable retaining structure may be rotated, passively, about a spherical interface as a panel applies a load to the adjustable retaining structure.

LOCKING ASSEMBLY

A locking assembly for locking a portable electronic device to a work surface. The locking assembly comprises a clamp assembly including an elongated bar that extends between a first end and a second end. The clamp assembly further includes a first jaw and a second jaw moveable along the elongated bar for clamping to a work surface between the first and second jaws. A connector extends from a first connector end that is pivotally connected to the locking assembly to a second end that can be connected to the portable electronic device. The connector securing the portable electronic device to the work surface while permitting it to pivot with respect to the locking assembly. 1. A locking assembly for locking a portable electronic device to a work surface , the locking assembly comprising:a clamp assembly including a bar extending between a first end and a second end for placement adjacent to the work surface;the clamp assembly further including a first jaw and a second jaw extending outwardly from the bar in spaced relationship to one another;at least one of the first jaw or the second jaw moveable along the bar between the first and second ends for clamping a work surface between the first and second jaws;a locking mechanism interchangeable from an unlocked condition to a locked condition for selectively locking the relative positioning between the first jaw and the second jaw; anda connector extending from a first connector end that is pivotally connected to one of the clamp assembly or the locking mechanism to a second end for being connected to the portable electronic device, to secure the portable electronic device to the work surface when the locking mechanism is disposed in the locked condition.2. The locking assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first connector end is pivotally connected to one of the clamp assembly or the locking mechanism at the first pivot connector about a first axis and wherein the second end includes a second pivot connector for being ...

Bar Clamp Accessories

This disclosure generally pertains to various accessories for use with bar clamps to enhance the capabilities and functionality of the bar clamps. The accessories described in detail herein include removable and replaceable bar clamp attachments, bar extenders, and stability stands for use with a bar clamp. 1. A device for increasing the capacity of a bar clamp comprising:a first height extender detachably coupled to a first clamping surface of a first fixed jaw of a bar clamp;a second height extender detachably coupled to a second clamping surface of a movable jaw of the bar clamp; a first base section configured to connect to the first height extender; and', 'a third clamping surface attached to the first base section; and, 'a first attachment detachably coupled to a top end of the first height extender, the first attachment comprising a second base section configured to connect to the second height extender; and', 'a fourth clamping surface attached to the second base section., 'a second attachment detachably coupled to a top end of the second height extender, the second attachment comprising2. The device as recites claim 1 , further comprising a depth extender disposed between the third clamping surface and the first base section to increase the clamping depth of the bar clamp.3. The device as recites claim 1 , wherein:the first height extender comprises a fitting configured to house the first clamping surface to detachably couple the first height extender to the first clamping surface.4. The device as recites claim 1 , further comprising:a replaceable bar to extend a bar of the bar clamp; anda bar extender, the bar extender configured to couple a second end of the bar to a first end of the replaceable bar;wherein the movable jaw is movable along the replaceable bar from the first end of the replaceable bar proximate the bar extender to a second end of the replaceable bar distal the bar extender.5. The device as recites claim 1 , further comprising:a first stand ...

JIG FOR GRASPING WORKPIECE

A jig for grasping a workpiece includes a first grasping member, a second grasping member, and a sliding assembly. The first grasping member includes a first holding portion and a second holding portion for holding opposite sides of a workpiece along a first direction. The second grasping member includes a first clamping portion and a second clamping portion for clamping or releasing opposite sides of the workpiece along a second direction. The sliding assembly is configured to slidably couple the first grasping member to the second grasping member. 1. A jig for grasping a workpiece , the jig comprising:a first grasping member comprising a first holding portion and a second holding portion for holding opposite sides of a workpiece along a first direction;a second grasping member comprising a first clamping portion and a second clamping portion for clamping or releasing opposite sides of the workpiece along a second direction; anda sliding assembly configured to slidably couple the first grasping member to the second grasping member.2. The jig of claim 1 , wherein the first grasping member comprises a first frame comprising a portion extending along a first direction and a portion extending along a second direction; the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction; the first holding portion and the second holding portion are located at opposite ends of the first direction.3. The jig of claim 1 , wherein the second grasping member comprises a second frame claim 1 , a third frame claim 1 , and a connector; the connector is between the second frame and the third frame; the first clamping portion is located on the second frame and is located at an end of the second frame away from the connector; the second clamping portion is located on the third frame and is located at an end of the third frame away from the connector; the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion are perpendicular to the second frame and the third frame.4. The jig of claim 3 , ...

BALL JOINT AND APPARATUS FOR HOLDING AN OBJECT

A ball joint and clamping apparatus are described in which a ball structure of the ball joint has opposing planar faces in substantially parallel relation to one another. The ball structure of the joint enters or exits the cavity of a split socket structure of the joint when the opposed planar faces of the ball structure are aligned with a slot disposed on the split socket structure. When the opposed planar faces are not so aligned, the cavity of the split socket structure retains the ball structure in the joint. Numerous additional features are also described. 1. An apparatus for holding an object , the apparatus comprising:a gripping structure for holding the object;a ball and socket joint connected to the gripping structure, the joint comprising:a ball structure having a pair of opposing planar faces in substantially parallel relation to one another, anda split socket structure having a cavity, the split socket structure further defining an elongate slot that permits passage of the ball structure into or out of the cavity when the opposing planar faces of the ball structure are aligned with the slot;wherein the joint is connected to the gripping structure at the ball structure or the split socket structure.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the split socket structure defines the slot as having a length greater than or equal to the diameter of the ball structure and a width that is adjustable between a retention width less than the diameter of the ball structure and a release width greater than or equal to the diameter of the ball structure.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the split socket structure comprises a clamp that defines the slot claim 2 , the clamp having and being moveable between:a first configuration that arrests rotation of the ball structure within the split socket structure;a second configuration that defines the slot at the retention width and permits passage of the ball structure into or out of the cavity when the opposing planar faces of ...

Tension clamp devices

A mechanical clamping device can include at least two contact faces, a first of the contact faces configured to travel in response to an applied force, each contact face configured to contact a sample when loaded into the mechanical clamping device. The device can further include a load element configured to cause the two contact faces to apply a clamping force to the sample when loaded into the mechanical clamping device.

CLAMP ASSEMBLY

A clamp assembly and method of use. Disclosed examples of the clamp assembly include an annular base, at least three movable fingers, a plurality of first finger fasteners, and a plurality of edge fasteners. The annular base defines an opening. A workpiece can be positioned in the opening. The movable fingers have first and second opposite end portions, and each of the movable fingers has substantially the same size and shape. Each first finger fastener pivotally couples the first end portion of one of the movable fingers to the base to enable movement of the movable finger in the opening. The first end portions of the movable fingers are equidistantly spaced from one another. Each edge fastener is coupled to the second end portion of one of the movable fingers and configured for movement between a clamping position and a release position. 1. A clamp assembly , comprising:a base defining an opening, wherein a workpiece can be positioned in the opening;a plurality of movable fingers including first and second opposite end portions, wherein the first end portion of each movable finger is adjustably coupled to the base such that the movable finger is angularly adjustable relative to the base and capable of extending into the opening; andan edge fastener coupled to the second end portion of each movable finger, wherein the edge fastener is configured to releasably engage the workpiece in the opening.2. The clamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein each movable finger is substantially similar in size and shape.3. The clamp assembly of claim 2 , wherein the base is annular in shape.4. The clamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein each movable finger is arcuate in shape.5. The clamp assembly of claim 1 , wherein each edge fastener is adjustably attached to the associated movable finger for movement between a clamping position and a released position.6. The clamp assembly of claim 5 , wherein each edge fastener is threadedly attached to the associated movable finger.7. The clamp ...

Clamp

A clamp suitable for clamping a handle from which a blade extends or a pair of scissors when the blade is being tested or sharpened. The clamp includes a first jaw, a second jaw and a releasable lock if the form of a latch and teeth. At least one of the jaws are able to swing with respect to the other jaw through a hinge mechanism. The first jaw comprises two outer padded parts and a central padded part. The outer and central padded parts are aligned. The central padded part is recessed such that a curved handle or pair of scissors can lay against all three padded parts when clamped. If a straight handle is clamped, the handle only contacts the outer padded parts. The second jaw also comprises padded parts which are inwardly angled for gripping.

CONSTANT FORCE EXPANSION LATTICE

A constant force expansion construct includes a plurality of expandable layers, each expandable layer including: (a) a longitudinal restricting beam; and (b) a plurality of interconnected flexible biasing struts connecting the longitudinal restricting beam of one expandable layer to another longitudinal restricting beam in a next adjacent expandable layer, the biasing struts being biased toward a compressed position and being movable between the compressed position and an expanded position in which a distance between successive longitudinal restricting beams is increased. 1. A constant force expansion construct , comprising a plurality of expandable layers , each expandable layer comprising:(a) a longitudinal restricting beam; and(b) a plurality of interconnected flexible biasing struts connecting the longitudinal restricting beam of one expandable layer to another longitudinal restricting beam in a next adjacent expandable layer, the biasing struts being biased toward a compressed position and being movable between the compressed position and an expanded position in which a distance between successive longitudinal restricting beams is increased.2. The expansion construct of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of interconnected flexible biasing struts comprises a curvilinear member that is attached to the longitudinal restricting beam by a lateral support member.3. The expansion construct of claim 2 , wherein the curvilinear member of the flexible biasing struts comprises a semi-circular shape in the compressed position with the lateral support extending from a midpoint of the semi-circular shape to the longitudinal restricting beam.4. The expansion construct of claim 3 , wherein the lateral support member comprises a substantially linear lateral support having a thickness that increases in a region adjacent the longitudinal restricting beam.5. The expansion construct of claim 2 , wherein the lateral support comprises a first lateral support claim 2 , and each ...

CONNECTOR FOR WOODWORKING CLAMPERS

A connector contains a body including: a first inserting orifice, a second inserting orifice, a first fixer, and a second fixer. The first inserting orifice is defined on a first end of the body, and the second inserting orifice is formed on a second end of the body opposite to the first end of the body, such that a connection rod for connecting two main woodworking clampers is inserted into the first inserting orifice and the second inserting orifice. The first fixer is inserted into the first inserting orifice from one side surface of the body to fix the connection rod, and the second fixer is inserted into the second inserting orifice from the one side surface of the body to position the connection rod more securely. 1. A connector comprising a body , and the body including:a first inserting orifice defined on a first end of the body; a second inserting orifice formed on a second end of the body opposite to the first end of the body, such that a connection rod for connecting two main woodworking clampers is inserted into the first inserting orifice and the second inserting orifice; a first fixer inserted into the first inserting orifice from one side surface of the body to fix the connection rod; and a second fixer inserted into the second inserting orifice from the one side surface of the body to position the connection rod.2. The connector as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the body further includes a first holder and a second holder claim 1 , wherein the first holder has the first inserting orifice and the first fixer claim 1 , and the second holder has the second inserting orifice and the second fixer; The first holder also has a first dovetail protrusion arranged thereon opposite to the first inserting orifice and has a second dovetail protrusion extending outwardly from a first end surface thereof; the second holder also has a first dovetail groove arranged thereon opposite to the second inserting orifice to selectively retain with the first dovetail ...

CLAMPING SYSTEM AND METHOD

The disclosure is directed to a clamping system, method, and apparatus. Th disclosed embodiments may be used to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of clamping work pieces during gluing operations. Generally stated, a clamping pad includes a magnet disposed within the core of the clamping pad. Alternatively, a non-abrasive magnetic material may be used on the surface of the clamping pad. 1. An apparatus to clamp a workpiece , comprising:a clamp pad having a body, the body having an outside and an inside, the body being of relatively flat shape, the body having a surface that is substantially smooth, the inside of the body having a cavity in which is disposed a magnet,wherein the clamp pad may be adhered to a clamp using the magnetic force of the magnet.2. An apparatus for clamping a workpiece in a clamp , comprising:means for cushioning the workpiece from the clamp.3. A method of manufacturing a clamp pad , comprising:making a clamp pad having an outside and an inside, the clamp pad being of relatively flat shape and having a surface that is substantially smooth; anddisposing a magnet within the body such that a magnetic field generated by the magnet is sufficient to extend outside the clamp pad;wherein the clamp pad may be adhered to a clamp using the magnetic field of the magnet. This patent claims the benefit of and priority to co-pending U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/554,776 filed on Nov. 2, 2011, entitled Clamping System and Method.The present invention is directed to a clamping system, method, and apparatus. Generally stated, embodiments of the invention may be used to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of clamping work pieces during gluing operations.Generally stated, the present invention provides a pad for use in clamping, such as is frequently done in woodwork or shopwork, to insulate the clamp from the object being clamped. The pad is soft relative to the clamp and helps prevent scratching of the object by the clamp. The pad is ...

Pilers

Pliers contains: a first clamp part, a second clamp part, and a spring. The first clamp part includes a first head, a first handle, and two first rotatable connection portions formed between the first head and the first handle. The two first rotatable connection portions respectively have two symmetrical orifices and two first inclined faces. The second clamp part includes a second head, a second handle, and two second rotatable connection portions formed between the second head and the second handle. The two second rotatable connection portions have two central shafts orifices accommodated in the two symmetrical orifices respectively, and the two central shafts orifices have two guide faces corresponding to the two symmetrical orifices respectively; wherein the spring abuts against the first handle and the second handle so that the first head and the second head clamp an object.

CLAMPING DEVICE

Device and methods comprising a clamping device or vise which applies stabilizing force to a workpiece for a machining, operation using an adjustable stock engagement point, the stock engagement point being adjustable by inserting shims or spacers between the stock engagement surface (e.g., a gripper wall and the body of the device). 1. A clamp comprising:a main body comprising an attachment surface having at least one main body bore therein sized and shaped to accept a fastener;a gripping member comprising an exterior surface and an opposing interior surface having at least one gripping member bore therethrough sized and shaped to receive said fastener and disposed such that, when said gripping member is assembled with said main body said at least one gripping member bore is generally coaxial with said at least one main body bore;at least one spacer having at least one spacer bore therethrough sized and shaped to receive said fastener and disposed such that, when said gripping member is assembled with said main body and said at least one spacer is disposed therebetween, said at least one spacer bore, said at least one gripping member bore, and said at least one main body bore are generally coaxial.2. The clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the height and width of said attachment surface is generally equal to the height and width of said gripping member.3. The clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said first fastener is threaded and said main body bore is threaded claim 1 , and said threading is configured such that said threaded main body bore can receive said threaded first fastener.4. The clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the height and width of said at least one spacer is generally equal to the height and width of said gripping member.5. The clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said number of bores is two.6. The clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said at least one spacer comprises a plurality of spacers.7. A clamp comprising: a top and an opposing ...

HOLDING CLAMP FOR HIGH FABRIC LOAD APPLICATIONS

The present invention is generally directed towards clamps for high tension load applications. In particular, the invention relates to high holding power clamps in which fabric can be secured, and which can withstand a large amount of force, including, in at least some embodiments, the maximum amount of tension permitted in various modern high strength fabrics and/or fiber weaves. In at least one embodiment, a holding clamp has a single-V design, with at least three areas that exert pinching effects on fabric held in the clamp, and at least four capstan areas that exert capstan effects on the clamped fabric. In at least a further embodiment, a holding clamp has a double-V design, with at least six areas that exert pinching effects on fabric held in the clamp, and at least seven capstan areas that exert capstan effects on the clamped fabric. 1. A holding clamp for fabric , the clamp comprising:a first clamp piece;a second clamp piece having a groove with an open side facing the top clamp piece;a wedge positioned in the groove and between the first clamp piece and the second clamp piece; anda pressure source configured to press the first clamp piece and the second clamp piece towards each other;wherein the wedge is shaped such that, when a fabric is wrapped around the wedge and the pressure source is pressing the first clamp piece and the second clamp piece towards each other, the fabric is pinched between the wedge and the first clamp piece and/or the second clamp piece and is subject to at least 360° of capstan effect.2. The holding clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the groove comprises the open side claim 1 , a bottom curved portion claim 1 , and two straight sidewalls claim 1 , wherein the sidewalls are not parallel.3. The holding clamp according to claim 2 , wherein there is a 10% claim 2 , or approximately 10% claim 2 , slope difference between the two straight sidewalls.4. The holding clamp according to claim 3 , wherein the wedge comprises a first side ...

CLAMPING DEVICE FOR CLAMPING SOFT SHEETS

A clamping device for clamping soft sheets includes: a body, a first clamping member and a second clamping member. The first and second clamping members are affixed to the body and pivotable in opposite directions. The second clamping member includes a second toothed section to be engaged with or disengaged from the first toothed section of the first clamping member, and the second toothed section is engaged with the first toothed section in the engaging area, so that, when the soft sheet is clamped between the first and second toothed sections and pulled toward the inserting area, the first and second toothed sections will be engaged with each other in the engaging area to make it difficult for the soft sheet to slip out of the first and second toothed sections, which consequently improves the clamping force for clamping the gripping force for gripping the soft sheet. 1. A clamping device for clamping soft sheets , comprising:a body including a first assembly groove, a second assembly groove, and an inserting space between the first and second assembly grooves, wherein the first assembly groove includes a first pivot portion, the second assembly groove includes a second pivot portion, and an imaginary engaging line is defined between the first and second pivot portions to divide the inserting space into an inserting area and an engaging area;a first clamping member affixed to the body, pivotable in a first direction, and including: a first shaft portion pivotally connected to the first pivot portion, and a first toothed clamping portion movable between the first assembly groove and the inserting space, wherein the first toothed clamping portion includes a first toothed section; anda second clamping member affixed to the body, pivotable in a second direction opposite to the first direction, and including: a second shaft portion pivotally connected to the second pivot portion, and a second toothed clamping portion movable between the second assembly groove and the ...

CLAMPING DEVICE

A clamping device includes first and second clamping components and at least one elastic component. The first clamping component includes a first clamping portion and two first pivot portions connected to the first clamping portion. The second clamping component includes a second clamping portion and two second pivot portions connected to the second clamping portion. The second pivot portions are pivotally connected to the first pivot portions respectively, such that the first and second clamping components are capable of rotating relative to each other to present a first state and a second state. The elastic component is connected to the first clamping component and the second clamping component. When the first and second clamping components are in the second state, the elastic component provides an elastic force for the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion to be restored to the first state to clamp an object. 1. A clamping device , comprising:a first clamping component, comprising a first clamping portion and two first pivot portions, wherein the first clamping portion is connected to the two first pivot portions;a second clamping component, comprising a second clamping portion and two second pivot portions, wherein the second clamping portion is connected to the two second pivot portions, the two second pivot portions are respectively pivotally connected to the two first pivot portions, such that the first clamping component and the second clamping component are capable of rotating relative to each other to present a first state and a second state; andat least one elastic component, connected to the first clamping component and the second clamping component, wherein the at least one elastic component provides an elastic force when the first clamping component and the second clamping component are in the second state, such that the first clamping portion and the second clamping portion are restored to the first state to clamp an object.2. The ...

Locking Wrench Pliers

Embodiments of the current invention relate to a pliers wrench. Optionally, the jaws of the pair of pliers lock to an adjustable gap size and/or the gap between the jaws is aligned with a rotational axis of the pair of pliers. For example, there may be two jaws that adjust symmetrically around the rotational axis. In some embodiments, each jaw is closed toward an opposing jaw by a lever. Optionally, a locking mechanism locks the jaw when it reaches half the gap width from the rotational axis. Optionally, each jaw is closable independently of the other jaw. Optionally, a notch in the jaws forms an angle for clasping a bolt perpendicular to an axis of the device. For example, the notch may have a 120 angle. 1. A gripping tool comprising:a rotational axis;a pair of jaws arranged symmetrically around said rotational axis;a single adjustment mechanism simultaneously controlling adjustment of each jaw of said pair of jaws symmetrically around said rotational axis; anda standard torque fitting permanently mounted to pair of jaws coaxial to said rotational axis.2. (canceled)3. The gripping tool of claim 1 , wherein said pair of handles includes a long handle and a shorter handle said long handle having a larger mechanical advantage than said shorter handle.4. (canceled)5. The gripping tool of claim 1 , further comprising:a separate closing mechanism for a first jaw of said pair of jaws facilitating closing said first jaw independently from a second jaw of said pair of jaws such that said first jaw locks to a closed position while said second jaw remains in an open position.6. The gripping tool of claim 5 , wherein said separate closing mechanism includes a locking mechanism for locking said first jaw in said closed position automatically upon said closing.7. The gripping tool of claim 5 , wherein said a first jaw of said pair of jaws is configured to close by rotating with respect to second jaw of said pair of jaws.8. The tool of claim 7 , wherein said rotational axis is a ...

END CLAMP FOR MOUNTING SOLAR MODULE TO RAIL

A solar power system may include rails, solar modules, and a plurality of clamps to secure the solar modules to the rails. An end clamp may be partially disposed inside a rail at an end of the rail. The end clamp may secure a solar module to the rail by coupling to the frame of the solar module. The end clamp may include a fastener that may be tightened to engage the end clamp and secure the solar module by holding it on top of the rail. The end clamp may establish an electrical grounding connection between the frames of the solar module and the rail. 1. A mounting system comprising:a rail having an end, an interior top surface, an interior bottom surface, and an exterior top surface; and a fastener having a head end and a tail end;', 'a clamping plate configured to be disposed at least partially outside of the rail, wherein the clamping plate is adapted to secure a module to the rail, and', 'an inner member disposed between and engaged with a first surface of the clamping plate inside of the rail and a first interior surface of the rail, wherein, 'an end clamp, at least a portion of the end clamp disposed inside the rail at the end of the rail, the end clamp comprisingthe tail end of the fastener is engaged with the inner member to apply a first force in a first horizontal direction on the inner member, the head of the fastener is engaged with the clamping plate to apply a second force in a second horizontal direction on the clamping plate, and the inner member deflects the first force and second force onto the first interior surface of the rail causing the inner member to engage with the first interior surface of the rail.2. The mounting system of claim 1 , whereinthe first surface of the clamping plate is an interior top surface of the clamping plate disposed inside of the rail.3. The mounting system of claim 1 , whereinthe first interior surface of the rail is the interior top surface of the rail.4. The mounting system of claim 1 , whereinthe end clamp includes ...

CLAMPING DEVICE

A clamping device includes: a clamp assembly and an adjustment assembly, the clamp assembly comprises two symmetrical clamp arms which are oppositely hinged to each other. Each of the clamp arms includes two identical and parallel clamp pieces, and a jaw, the jaw is detachably connected between the two clamp pieces, a lower edge of the jaw includes, in order from left to right, a first arc-shaped section, a second arc-shaped section and a horizontal section, the bottoms of the first arc-shaped section, the second arc-shaped section and the horizontal section are at a same plane, the first and second arcs-shaped sections are symmetrical to each other, an angle is defined between the first and second arcs-shaped sections, a V-shaped groove is defined between the second arc-shaped section and the horizontal section, and the first and second arc-shaped sections are longer than the horizontal section. 1. A clamping device , comprising a clamp assembly and an adjustment assembly , the clamp assembly comprising two symmetrical clamp arms which are oppositely hinged to each other , wherein each of the clamp arms includes two identical and parallel clamp pieces , and a jaw , the jaw is detachably connected between the two clamp pieces , a lower edge of the jaw includes , in order from a left to a right thereof , a first arc-shaped section , a second arc-shaped section and a horizontal section , bottoms of the first arc-shaped section , the second arc-shaped section and the horizontal section are at a same plane , the first and second arcs-shaped sections are symmetrical to each other , an angle is defined between the first and second arcs-shaped sections , a V-shaped groove is defined between the second arc-shaped section and the horizontal section , and the first and second arc-shaped sections are longer than the horizontal section.2. The clamping device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the second arc-shaped section and the horizontal section are each provided with a toothed ...

CLAMPING JAW AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A CLAMPING JAW

A clamping jaw for clamping or holding a workpiece is described. The clamping jaw includes a base body and a clamping contour, which is provided for abutment against a workpiece and can be cooled by a cooling device. The cooling device is implemented by at least one coolant duct, which is provided for receiving a coolant and which is formed in the base body by a generative production (e.g., additive manufacturing) process. The formation of the base body is free of auxiliary bores. Furthermore, a method for manufacturing a clamping jaw is described. 1. A clamping jaw for clamping or holding a workpiece , comprising:a base body; anda clamping contour that is configured to provide an abutment against a workpiece and that is cooled by one or more coolant ducts, wherein the one or more coolant ducts are configured to receive a coolant and are formed in the base body by a generative process.2. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the base body is free of auxiliary bores.3. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the one or more coolant ducts and the base body are concurrently formed by the generative process.4. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the one or more coolant ducts have at least one curved section.5. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the one or more coolant ducts includes a meander-shaped subsection.6. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein a run of the one or more coolant ducts is adapted to the clamping contour.7. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein a wall thickness between the clamping contour and one of the one or more coolant ducts is less than the diameter of the one coolant duct.8. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein a coolant inlet and a coolant outlet are formed in the base body.9. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the coolant includes one or more of air claim 1 , water claim 1 , and oil.10. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the base body is made of a metal.11. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the base body is made of an alloy that ...

CLAMPING DEVICE

A clamping device, embodiments of which are well suited to securing the tail of a fish, is provided. The device includes one or more clamp arms with actuation bars fixed thereto for causing the clamp arms to pivot when the actuation bars are pushed against an object to be clamped. A locking mechanism locks the clamp arms into the clamped position. 1. A clamping device , comprising:a first clamp arm, comprising a first actuation bar and pivotable about a first pivot point and;a second clamp arm, positioned opposite the first clamp arm, and comprising a second actuation bar and pivotable about a second pivot point; anda base, relative to which the first and second clamp arms are adapted to pivot about the first and second pivot points, respectively, and that comprises at least a portion of a locking mechanism adapted to substantially restrict the first clamp arm to pivoting in a first pivot direction and to substantially restrict the second clamp arm to pivoting in a second pivot direction;wherein the first actuation bar is disposed between the first and second clamp arms and is adapted such that a force applied to the first actuation bar having at least a component in the first pivot direction causes the first clamp arm to pivot in the first pivot direction;wherein the second actuation bar is disposed between the first and second clamp arms and is adapted such that a force applied to the second actuation bar having at least a component in the second pivot direction causes the second clamp arm to pivot in the second pivot direction; andwherein the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are pivotable independently of each other relative to the base.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising that the first and second clamp arms comprise an open position and define a clamping area between them claim 1 , and wherein the first and second actuation bars each extend across substantially the entire clamping area.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising a frame to ...

Electrical connector tool

An apparatus configured to assist an operator in connecting electrical connectors. The apparatus includes a first U-shaped cradle and a second U-shaped cradle. Each of the cradles has a contact surface on a front side that is configured to contact a flange on an electrical connector. Each of the cradles also includes a jaw mount configured to mount on a jaw member of a bar clamp.

SOFT TISSUE MOBILIZATION DEVICE

The present soft tissue mobilization device has a quick-release bar clamp and various attachments for its jaws that exert pressure on soft tissue to improve mobility. The bar clamp allows for applying sustained and incremental pressure at various angles. The shape of the attachment surfaces that contact the soft tissue are either complementary toward each other, when they are intended to squeeze the targeted soft tissue between them, or to the body structure against which they are intended to press. Combining a more helpful means of generating and exerting pressure with the right surface contours significantly improves the overall effectiveness of the device, diminishes any associated pain and discomfort, and reduces the time necessary to achieve results. 147.-. (canceled)48. A bar clamp for single-handed operation , comprising:a slide bar;a first jaw coupled to the slide bar in a substantially stationary manner, the first jaw having a first aperture through which the slide bar is received;a handgrip configured with the ability to slide along the slide bar and coupled to the slide bar, the handgrip having a second aperture through which the slide bar is received; anda second jaw coupled to the handgrip,wherein the handgrip includes at least one drive lever and at least one brake lever that both have a third aperture therethrough allowing partial or full rotation of the slide bar relative to both the at least one drive lever and the at least one brake lever.49. The bar clamp for single-handed operation of claim 48 , wherein at least one of the first jaw or the second jaw either has a fixed soft tissue contact surface or has coupled thereto an attachment comprising a soft tissue contact surface.50. The bar clamp for single-handed operation of claim 48 , wherein the third aperture either is fully circular or has substantially circular arcs for the edges that are intended to engage the slide bar.51. The bar clamp for single-handed operation of claim 49 , wherein the ...

Clamping Device with Split Jaw

A clamping device including a first clamping jaw extending from a housing in a clamping direction and a second clamping jaw extending from the housing and including a first and second projection. The first and second projections define a space there between. The projections are opposed from the first clamping jaw. An advancing mechanism operably connected to the housing for urging at least one of the first and second clamping jaws toward the other along a clamping direction, and the space having an extent extending in the clamping direction. 1. A clamping device comprising:a first clamping jaw extending from a housing in a clamping direction;a second clamping jaw extending from the housing and including a first and second projection, the first and second projections defining a space there between, the projections being opposed from the first clamping jaw; andan advancing mechanism operably connected to the housing for urging at least one of the first and second clamping jaws toward the other along a clamping direction, and the space having an extent extending in the clamping direction.2. The device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the advancing mechanism includes an apparatus for advancing the first jaw toward the second jaw and maintaining a clamping pressure adapted to securely hold a member between the first and second jaws.3. The device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the second clamping jaw includes a pair of elongate members having a generally horizontal portion extending from a housing and a generally vertical portion extending orthogonally from the horizontal portion.4. The device as defined in claim 2 , wherein the advancing mechanism has a release for releasing the clamping pressure and permitting the first and second jaws to be separated from each other.5. The device as defined in claim 3 , wherein the second jaw is positionally adjustable with respect to the housing.6. The device as defined in claim 1 , wherein the second jaw includes a stop secured ...

HAND CLAMP IMPROVEMENT AND ACCESSORY

A spring clamp for assembly fixturing includes a retainer that limits a minimum distance between jaws of the spring clamp when the spring clamp is in a relaxed state. 1. An assembly clamp comprising:a first lever portion including a first jaw;a second lever portion including a second jaw;a fulcrum member disposed in substantially fixed mutually pivotal coupling relation to said first and second lever portions;a spring disposed between said first lever portion and said second lever portion and arranged to urge said first jaw towards said second jaw; anda retainer, said retainer including a first interference surface region adapted to operatively support said first jaw and a second interference surface region adapted to operatively support said second jaw, and said first and second interference regions being disposed in spaced relation to one another such that an intervening portion of said retainer provides a structural support between said first surface region and said second surface region, whereby said retainer operates to limit a minimum distance between said first and second jaws.2. An assembly clamp as defined in wherein said retainer further comprises a clip claim 1 , said clip including an internal surface region disposed adjacent to an external surface region of said spring claim 1 , said clip serving to position said interference surface regions of said retainer between said first and second jaws;3. An assembly clamp as defined in wherein said retainer clip comprises an integral feature of said intervening portion of said retainer.4. An assembly clamp as defined in wherein said retainer clip comprises a discrete clip element substantially permanently coupled to said intervening portion of said retainer.5. An assembly clamp as defined in wherein said first interference surface region comprises an external surface region of an adjusting member of said retainer.6. An assembly clamp as defined in wherein said adjusting member of said retainer further comprises ...

Fixture for fixing steering knuckle in machining process

The present disclosure provides a fixture for fixing a steering knuckle in a machining process, the fixture comprises a bottom plate, wherein the bottom plate is machined with two bottom plate windows that are configured to accommodate machined parts of the steering knuckle; three groups of pressure claws and three groups of locating pins are fixed on the bottom plate, and the pressure claws and the locating pins are respectively fixed to the through holes of the bottom plate; and the three groups of pressure claws are respectively arranged at three vertexes of a triangle.

Clamps and Clamp Components

In one preferred form of the present invention there is provided a clamp component 10 . The component includes two portions 14 that are able to be moved relative to one another to a position in which the portions 14 receive a ball-type end 16 of a threaded shaft 18 and provide a clamping surface 20 facing away from the threaded shaft 18.

Clamp apparatus

The present invention provides for a clamp: comprising at least two arms with handles on one end and pivotally attached pads on the opposing ends, a pair of handle covers and at least one spring. 1. A clamp comprising:at least two arms, each arm having opposing ends and a protruding element situated between said opposing arms, a first end of said arm comprises a handle, at least a portion of each of said protruding elements contacting one another at a pivot point;at least two contact elements, each of said contact elements being pivotally attached to a portion of a second end of each of said arms; andat least one spring situated at said pivot point.2. The clamp of wherein said contact elements comprise pads.3. The clamp of wherein said pads have central points.4. The clamp of wherein said pads are pivotally attached to a portion of a second end of each of said arms at said central point of each of said contact elements thereby forming pad pivot points.5. The clamp of wherein said pad pivot points provides for distribution of clamping pressure depending on the item being clamped.6. The clamp of wherein said pad pivot points create desired angles between each of said pad when engaged with the item being clamped thereby preventing marks and damage to the item being clamped.7. The clamp of further comprises at least two pad pins claim 2 , said pad pins are selected from a group comprising of fasteners claim 2 , pins claim 2 , snap-ons claim 2 , bolts claim 2 , screws and combinations thereof.8. The clamps of wherein said pads are constructed of a material selected from a group comprising of plastic claim 1 , rubber claim 1 , polymeric materials and combinations thereof.9. The clamp of further comprises at least one pivot pin claim 1 , said pivot pin is selected from a group comprising of fasteners claim 1 , pins claim 1 , snap-ons claim 1 , bolts claim 1 , screws and combinations thereof.10. The clamp of further comprises at least two handle covers designed to cover at ...

Inserts for shielding aluminum vehicles from clamps

An upper, aluminum insert is positioned between an upper, non-aluminum jaw of a clamp and an aluminum part of a vehicle, and a lower, aluminum insert is positioned between a lower, non-aluminum jaw of the clamp and the aluminum part of the vehicle to shield the aluminum part of the vehicle from the jaws to prevent galvanic corrosion.

MODULAR, CAM LOCKED SOFT JAW FOR HOLDING WORKPIECES SECURELY AND ACCURATELY IN A MACHINE TOOL

The present invention relates to a clamping mechanism that is configured to securely hold a workpiece in a machine tool, such as, but not limited to a vertical machining center, or a horizontal machining center, etc. More specifically, the clamping mechanism is configured as a modular soft jaw. A multiplicity of clamping mechanisms can be used to cooperatively secure large workpieces. Furthermore, a multiplicity of clamping mechanisms can be incorporated into a job set-up so a multiplicity of workpieces can be processed concurrently. The present invention's clamping mechanism can be secured in orientations such as, but not limited to a machine tool table bed, a fixture plate, a tombstone, etc. The present invention's modular, soft jaw clamping mechanism can be used in conjunction with other work holding equipment, such as, but not limited to jigs, fixtures, tools, vises, clamps, etc. 1. An apparatus for securely holding a workpiece in a machine tool comprising:a body;a clamping insert;at least one cam operated locking pin; anda fastener.2. The apparatus of wherein the fastener comprises at least one hold-down bolt and a nut.3. The apparatus of wherein:the clamping insert includes an integral cam lock lip fastened to the machine tool with the at least one hold-down bolt and the nut;the body is locked to the clamping insert using at least one cam operated locking pin;the at least one cam operated locking pin traverses thru the body in a close tolerance hole, said at least one cam engaging the cam lock lip of the clamping insert when the at least one cam operated locking pin is rotated until the at least one cam operated locking pin stops.4. The apparatus of wherein the fastener is a wood screw.5. The apparatus of wherein:the clamping insert includes an integral cam lock lip fastened to the machine tool with the wood screw;the body is locked to the clamping insert using at least one cam operated locking pin;the at least one cam operated locking pin traverses thru the ...

Buffering structure and clamping device using same

The present invention discloses a buffering structure includes at least two buffering layers connected with each other. The buffering layers are made of resilient material, and at least one of the buffering layers defines a number of hollow units therein.

Grounding Clamps and Torque-Controlled Fasteners

Various implementations of grounding clamps and torque-controlled fasteners are disclosed. The grounding clamps may be used to attach grounding conductors to various structures, such as pipes, conduit, grounding rods etc. The torque-controlled fasteners may use various techniques to control the amount of torque applied to the fasteners used with the grounding clamps described herein.

Device and Method for Holding Prosthetic Teeth

The invention relates to a device for holding prosthetic teeth, the device comprising a negative form and at least one clamping unit, wherein in the negative form, recesses for holding coronal sides of the prosthetic teeth are provided, wherein the recesses are formed in such a manner that the prosthetic teeth can be inserted in an unequivocally position and orientation into the recesses, wherein the at least one clamping unit is affixable or is affixed to the negative form with a connecting means, and wherein the at least one clamping unit has at least one elastic holding means, wherein with the at least one elastic holding means, an elastic force is exercisable or is exerted from at least two different directions onto the prosthetic teeth inserted into the negative form, while the at least one clamping unit is affixed to the negative form, so that the prosthetic teeth are affixed in the device. 12. A device for holding prosthetic teeth () , the device comprising a negative form and at least one clamping unit , whereinrecesses for holding coronal sides of the prosthetic teeth are provided in the negative form, wherein the recesses are formed in such a manner that the prosthetic teeth can be inserted in an unequivocal position and orientation into the recesses, whereinthe at least one clamping unit is affixable or is affixed to the negative form with a connecting means, and wherein the at least one clamping unit has at least one elastic holding means, wherein with the at least one elastic holding means, an elastic force is exercisable or is exerted from at least two different directions onto the prosthetic teeth inserted into the negative form, while the at least one clamping unit is affixed to the negative form, such that the prosthetic teeth are affixed in the device.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one clamping unit is affixable on a side of the negative form in which the recesses are arranged.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein ...

PIVOTING CLAMPING ASSEMBLY

A pivoting clamping assembly includes a carrier, clamping arm pivotably coupled to the carrier and configured to clamp or release a workpiece on the carrier, a lock arranged on the carrier and configured to lock the clamping arm when the clamping arm is rotated toward the workpiece, and at least one clamping block coupled to the clamping arm by a shaft and at least one resilient member. The shaft pivotably couples a pivoting joint of the at least one clamping block to the clamping arm. The at least one resilient member is coupled between the clamping block and the clamping arm. 1. A pivoting clamping assembly comprising:a carrier;a clamping arm pivotably coupled to the carrier and configured to clamp or release a workpiece on the carrier;a lock arranged on the carrier and configured to lock the clamping arm when the clamping arm is rotated toward the workpiece; andat least one clamping block coupled to the clamping arm by a shaft and at least one resilient member;wherein the shaft pivotably couples a pivoting joint of the at least one clamping block to the clamping arm; andthe at least one resilient member is coupled between the clamping block and the clamping arm.2. The pivoting clamping assembly of claim 1 , wherein the carrier comprises a first portion and a second portion; the clamping arm is pivotably coupled to the second portion;the first portion and the clamping arm are oppositely arranged and cooperatively clamp the workpiece.3. The pivoting clamping assembly of claim 2 , wherein the first portion and the clamping arm are each L-shaped claim 2 , and the clamping arm surrounds the carrier.4. The pivoting clamping assembly of claim 3 , wherein the clamping arm comprises a pivoting end and a locking end; the pivoting end pivotably couples the clamping arm to the carrier; the locking end is locked or released by the lock to close or open the second portion.5. The pivoting clamping assembly of claim 1 , wherein the clamping block comprises a hooking end opposite ...

Tenter apparatus

A tenter apparatus for clipping a film includes a frame including a supporting surface supporting the film, and a clip arm which is installed to the frame and rotatable relative to the frame, clips the film along with the supporting surface of the frame and includes a plurality of first contact protrusions which is disposed at a bottom surface of the clip arm and contacts the film.

Locking Plier Jaws

A hand tool assembly in one embodiment includes a pair of pivotable jaws, a first jaw mounted component, and a second jaw mounted component. The first jaw mounted component includes a first mounting portion that removably mounts the first jaw mounted component on a first of the pair of pivotable jaws. The second jaw mounted component includes second mounting portion that removably mounts the second jaw mounted component on a second of the pair of pivotable jaws. A first working surface of the first jaw mounted component and a second working surface of the second jaw mounted component define a channel when the first working surface is placed in direct opposition to the second working surface. The channel is complementary to the outer surface of a tubular work-piece and is configured to hold or work the work-piece when the pivotable jaws are pivoted to a clamped position. 1. A hand tool assembly , comprising:a pair of pivotable jaws;a first jaw mounted component including a first mounting portion configured to removably mount the first jaw mounted component on a first of the pair of pivotable jaws, and a first working surface generally opposite the first mounting portion; anda second jaw mounted component including a second mounting portion configured to removably mount the second jaw mounted component on a second of the pair of pivotable jaws, and a second working surface generally opposite the second mounting portion, wherein a channel defined by placing the first working surface in direct opposition to the second working surface is complementary to the outer surface of a tubular work-piece.2. The hand tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the pair of pivotable jaws are formed with a magnetic material;the first mounting portion includes a first magnet; andthe second mounting portion includes a second magnet.3. The hand tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the first of the pair of pivotable jaws includes a first magnet;the second of the pair of pivotable jaws includes a ...

Utility Fixture for Creating a Distributed Utility Network

A method and apparatus for distributing a number of utilities. The number of utilities may be coupled between a number of utility sources and a utility fixture. The number of utilities may be coupled between the utility fixture and a mobile system. 1. A coupling unit comprising:a quick-change device;a number of coupling elements; andan alignment system for aligning the quick-change device with a corresponding quick-change device and the number of coupling elements with a corresponding number of coupling elements.2. The coupling unit of claim 1 , wherein the quick-change device is a male quick-change device.3. The coupling unit of claim 1 , wherein the number of coupling elements comprises at least one of a power coupling element claim 1 , an air coupling element claim 1 , a hydraulic coupling element claim 1 , a communications coupling element claim 1 , or a water coupling element.4. The coupling unit of claim 1 , wherein the coupling unit is associated with a base structure of a utility fixture.5. The coupling unit of claim 1 , wherein the alignment system comprises:a guidance fork for receiving a roller associated with a mobile system.6. The coupling unit of claim 5 , wherein the alignment system further comprises:a sensor device that generates data for use in aligning the roller relative to the guidance fork along at least one axis.7. The coupling unit of claim 6 , wherein the alignment system further comprises:a set of movement systems that move the guidance fork towards the roller based on the data generated by the sensor device.8. The coupling unit of claim 1 , wherein the alignment system comprises:a roller.9. The coupling unit of claim 8 , wherein the alignment system comprises:a sensor device that generates data for use in aligning the roller relative to a guidance fork along at least one axis.10. The coupling unit of claim 9 , wherein the alignment system further comprises:a set of movement systems that move the roller towards and guide the roller within ...

CLAMPING APPARATUS AND METHOD

Disclosed herein is a clamping apparatus that includes a first clamping rail and a second clamping rail. The second clamping rail is curved prior to clamping. The second clamping rail is straightened during clamping such that at least one of a substantially equal and an equal clamping pressure is exerted against at least one object to be clamped across a length of the first and second clamping rails. A method of clamping is further disclosed which includes straightening the second clamping rail and clamping the at least one object between the first clamping rail and the straightened second clamping rail. The method includes providing at least one of a substantially equal and equal pressure across a length of the at least one object with the straightened second clamping rail. 1. A clamping apparatus comprising:a first clamping rail; anda second clamping rail, wherein the second clamping rail is curved prior to clamping;wherein the second clamping rail is straightened during clamping such that at least one of a substantially equal and an equal clamping pressure is exerted against at least one object to be clamped across a length of the first and second clamping rails.2. The clamping apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first clamping rail has a first length extending between a first and second end and wherein the second clamping rail has a second length extending between a third end and a fourth end claim 1 , and wherein a midpoint of the second clamping rail is closer to the first clamping rail and the third end and the fourth end of the second clamping rail claim 1 , and wherein the first end of the first clamping rail is configured to be straightened during clamping by bringing the third end of the second clamping rail closer to the first end of the first clamping rail and bringing the fourth end of the second clamping rail closer to the second end of the first clamping rail.3. The clamping apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising:a first clamping assembly ...

Frame Block Clamp

A frame block clamp includes first and second block portions dimensioned and configured to provide first and second tube receiving apertures for snugly receiving a predetermined tube; and to provide first and second “V” configured recesses in respective first and second side portions when portions of said first and second block portions are cooperatively engaged. The frame block clamp further includes a retaining spring dimensioned and disposed to urge together predetermined portions of the first and second block portions to ultimately secure a tube in the first or second receiving apertures. The frame block clamp is ultimately secured in a vise to allow a person to service the tube secured in the first or second receiving aperture. 1. A frame block clamp comprising:first and second block portions dimensioned and configured to provide first and second tube receiving apertures for snugly receiving a predetermined tube, and said first and second block portions being dimensioned and configured to provide first and second “V” configured recesses in respective first and second side portions when portions of said first and second block portions are cooperatively engaged; anda retaining spring dimensioned and disposed to urge together predetermined portions of said first and second block portions, whereby, said V configured recesses enable a user of said frame block clamp to grasp with one hand top and bottom walls of said clamp proximate to one side wall of said clamp that is opposite a preselected tube receiving aperture, and manually urge cooperating inclined side walls together at a first side portion of said clamp until there is sufficient separation of first and second inner planar walls at a second side portion of said clamp to enable the user to position a tube in said preselected aperture with the user's opposite hand; whereupon, the user releases said first side portion of said clamp thereby causing said retaining spring to urge said first and second block ...

Gripper With A Trident Body Section

A modular gripper has a body with a trident section and cylindrical section. A powering assembly is positioned in the cylindrical section. A pair of oppositing jaws is pivotally secured between a center wall and a pair of side wall, respectively, of the trident section. The piston rod moves a cam assembly on the center wall. The cam assembly passes through a body having a trident section and cylindrical section. The trident section comprises a trident structure that includes, at one end, a pair of side walls along with a center wall. The cylindrical section includes a fluid driven powering assembly. A pair of opposing jaw member are pivotally secured to the trident portion about separate pivot pins. A cam assembly is operatively connected to a piston rod of the fluid driven powering assembly. The cam assembly extends laterally outward with respect to a cylinder bore axis to receive a cam bush that engages with a through slot on each of the pair of opposing jaw members. The jaws rotate with respect to one another in response to fluid power in the cylindrical section. A pair of side plate members, each slide plate member has an elongated blind slot that receives an end of the cam assembly, the ends travel in the blind slot. Cam slots in the pair of opposing jaws, via a cam bushing. 114-. (canceled)15. A modular gripper assembly comprising:a body having a trident section and cylindrical section, the trident section includes a pair of side walls and a center wall, the cylindrical section includes a fluid driven powering assembly;a pair of opposing jaw member pivotally secured to the trident portion about separate pivot pins;a cam assembly operatively connected to a piston rod of the fluid driven powering assembly, the cam assembly includes a cam bush, extending laterally with respect to the piston rod, engages with a through slot on each of the pair of opposing jaw members, the jaw members rotate with respect to one another in response to fluid power in the cylindrical ...

SWIVEL PAD CAPABLE OF AUTOMATICALLY RETURNING TO REFERENCE POINT

A swivel pad capable of automatically returning to a reference point, includes: a compression ball having top and bottom surfaces processed to be flat and having a first elastic body insertion hole; a support member configured to have one side in which an insertion groove for accommodating the compression ball is formed, and a first return space and a second elastic body insertion hole having a predetermined depth in a center of the first return space are formed below the insertion groove, and configured to have an opposite side formed with a connection portion connected to a clamp; and an elastic member having ends inserted into the first elastic body insertion hole and the second elastic body insertion hole, respectively, to support the compression ball, wherein the top surface of the compression ball compresses a workpiece to fix or move the workpiece. 1. A swivel pad capable of automatically returning to a reference point , in which the swivel pad is fastened to one end surface of a clamp to fix or move a workpiece , the swivel pad comprising:a compression ball configured to have top and bottom surfaces processed to be flat and have a first elastic body insertion hole formed at a center of the bottom surface and having a predetermined depth;a support member configured to have one side in which an insertion groove for accommodating the compression ball is formed, and a first return space and a second elastic body insertion hole having a predetermined depth in a center of the first return space are formed below the insertion groove, and configured to have an opposite side formed with a connection portion connected to a clamp; andan elastic member having ends inserted into the first elastic body insertion hole and the second elastic body insertion hole, respectively, to support the compression ball, whereinthe top surface of the compression ball compresses the workpiece to fix or move the workpiece, andthe rotated compression ball returns horizontally after the ...

CLAMP HEAD ADAPTER

A clamp head adapter (), including: an adapter body (); a slot () disposed on a first side () of the adapter body and configured to receive and secure therein a clamp head (); and a groove () recessed into a body surface () of the adapter body opposite the first side. The groove includes a vertex (); a first bevel angle () between a normal line () normal to the body surface and a first line () between the vertex and a first corner () of the groove, and a second bevel angle () between the normal line and a second line () between the vertex and a second corner () of the groove. The first bevel angle and the second bevel angle together form a groove angle () that is less than 90 degrees. 1. An apparatus , comprising:an adapter body;a slot disposed on a first side of the adapter body and configured to receive and secure therein a clamp head;a groove recessed into a body surface of the adapter body opposite the first side, the groove comprising a vertex; a first bevel angle between a normal line normal to the body surface and a first line between the vertex and a first corner of the groove, and a second bevel angle between the normal line and a second line between the vertex and a second corner of the groove,wherein the first bevel angle and the second bevel angle together form a groove angle that is less than 90 degrees.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the adapter body comprises a resilient material.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a first side of the groove extends between the vertex and the first corner and is straight.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first bevel angle is 60 degrees.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a second side of the groove extends between the vertex and the second corner and is straight.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a second side of the groove extends between the vertex and the second corner and is concave.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first bevel angle and the second bevel angle are not equal to each ...

SOFT TISSUE MOBILIZATION DEVICE

The present soft tissue mobilization device has a quick-release bar clamp and various attachments for its jaws that exert pressure on soft tissue to improve mobility. The bar clamp allows for applying sustained and incremental pressure at various angles. The shape of the attachment surfaces that contact the soft tissue are either complementary toward each other, when they are intended to squeeze the targeted soft tissue between them, or to the body structure against which they are intended to press. Combining a more helpful means of generating and exerting pressure with the right surface contours significantly improves the overall effectiveness of the device, diminishes any associated pain and discomfort, and reduces the time necessary to achieve results. 1. A soft tissue pressuring apparatus , comprising:a slide bar;a first jaw coupled to the slide bar in a substantially stationary manner, the first jaw having an aperture through which the slide bar is received, the first jaw either having a fixed first soft tissue contact surface or having coupled thereto a first attachment comprising a first soft tissue contact surface;a handgrip configured with the ability to slide along the slide bar and coupled to the slide bar, the handgrip having an aperture through which the slide bar is received; anda second jaw coupled to the handgrip, the second jaw having a fixed second soft tissue contact surface or having coupled thereto a second attachment, comprising a second soft tissue contact surface,wherein the second jaw includes a release mechanism that allows separation of the released jaw from a coupling with the handgrip.2. The soft tissue pressuring apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a mechanism that when actuated allows the second jaw to rotate freely relative to the handgrip while remaining coupled to the handgrip.3. The soft tissue pressuring apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first and second jaws are interchangeable with other jaws claim 1 , ...

Expandable fixture

An expandable fixture contains: a first body, a second body, and an actuation rod. The first body includes a first clamp and a grip. The second body includes a connection structure, and the second body includes a second clamp. The first body further includes a drive mechanism configured to pull the actuation rod to drive the first clamp and the second clamp to clamp, a press extension configured to control the drive mechanism, and a first positioning structure vertically corresponding to the actuation rod. The second body includes a second positioning structure rotatably connected on a peripheral side thereof, and each of the first positioning structure and the second positioning structure is a respective one of two T-shaped posts slidably mounted on a respective one of two T-shaped slide rails of a work table.

SYSTEM FOR ADJUSTING A FIXTURE RELATIVE TO A WORKPIECE

A fixture clamp adjustment system includes a test workpiece and an alignment block. The test workpiece has a load cell and is configured to nest upon a fixture that has a clamp such that the load cell aligns with the clamp when open and such that the clamp contacts the load cell when closed. The alignment block is configured to couple with the clamp and engage the test workpiece when the clamp is closed to maintain clamp and load cell alignment. 1. A method comprising:providing a fixture having a clamp configured to secure a workpiece to the fixture;disposing a test workpiece on the fixture such that a load cell located on the test workpiece aligns with the clamp;closing the clamp to contact the load cell; andadjusting an applied torque to the clamp until an applied force on the load cell is within a predetermined range.2. The method of further comprising:securing an alignment block to the clamp that is configured to engage the test workpiece and maintain clamp and load cell alignment upon closing the clamp.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the alignment block is configured to engage a recess defined by the test workpiece to maintain clamp and load cell alignment upon closing the clamp.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the alignment block maintains a substantially perpendicular clamp and load cell alignment upon closing the clamp.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the applied torque is adjusted by a power tool.6. The method of further comprising:disposing a second workpiece on the fixture;closing the clamp to contact the second workpiece; andadjusting the applied torque to the clamp via the power tool to a value that correlates with the applied force on the load cell being within the predetermined range.7. The method of further comprising the step of:displaying a value of the applied force.8. A method comprising:providing a fixture having a clamp that includes a gripping pad rotatably secured thereto;securing an alignment block to the clamp that engages the ...

Swiveling device

A swiveling device includes a housing, an output shaft mounted in the housing and led out of the housing, a drive arranged in the housing for swiveling the output shaft, a swiveling element connected for conjoint rotation to the output shaft in the region thereof which is led out of the housing, and with a receptacle mounted in the swiveling element and connected thereto, wherein the receptacle can be arranged at different angular positions. The swiveling device provides that the swiveling element has a receiving profile for the receptacle, and the receptacle has a mating profile which corresponds to the receiving profile, wherein the receiving profile and the mating profile are configured so that the profiles can be arranged in different positions of receptacle and swiveling element with respect to each other.

PRESSING JAWS, AND CRIMPING PLIERS HAVING TWO PLIER JAWS

Pressing jaws for opposite arrangement in crimping pliers, the pressing jaws having ribs, which extend in a rib longitudinal direction and move into each other during pressing. A guide surface extending transversely to the rib longitudinal direction outside of a working region of the ribs is formed, which guide surface interacts with a guide protrusion extending from the opposite pressing jaw. In another version, the pressing jaws have ribs, which are designed to mesh with each other and which have a rib longitudinal direction. Crimping pliers comprise two plier jaws, which are provided with oppositely arranged pressing jaws having ribs, which extend in a rib longitudinal direction and which, during pressing, move into each other and delimit a pressing jaw opening. 167167293129313867. Two pressing jaws ( , ) provided for opposite arrangement in crimping pliers () , wherein the pressing jaws ( , ) have ribs ( , ) running in a rib longitudinal direction , which move into each other during pressing , wherein a guide surface (F) running transversely to the rib longitudinal direction (R) outside of a working region of the ribs ( , ) is formed , which cooperates with a guide protrusion () starting from an opposite one of the pressing jaws ( , ).23867. The crimping pliers according to claim 1 , wherein opposite guide protrusions () are formed on each pressing jaw ( claim 1 , ) relative to the rib longitudinal direction (R).3386739. The crimping pliers according to claim 2 , wherein multiple opposite guide protrusions () are formed on a first side of the pressing jaw ( claim 2 , ) claim 2 , with an insertion opening () which remains transverse with respect to the rib longitudinal direction.46712931293134673435. Pressing jaws ( claim 2 , ) for crimping pliers () comprising ribs ( claim 2 , ) configured to mesh with each other claim 2 , which have a rib longitudinal direction (R) claim 2 , wherein the ribs ( claim 2 , ) each have a free end face () assigned to the other ...

HANDS-FREE DUAL CLAMP DEVICE

A hands-free dual clamp device includes two clamping units, each having an upper clamping body, a lower clamping body, a mating portion, and a shaft module. The shaft module is spirally inserted through the upper and lower clamping bodies and is rotatable, so as to enable the upper and lower clamping bodies to be adjustable at angles with respect to each other and cooperatively form a clamping space for clamping an external object. A connecting module includes at least a connecting unit having two opposite end portions, which are respectively provided with a first connecting element and a second connecting element. The first connecting element connected to the mating portion of one of the clamping units, and the second connecting element connected to the mating portions of the other of the clamping units, so that the two clamping units are linked together with the connecting module. 1. A hands-free dual clamp device , comprising:two clamping units, each of the clamping units comprising an upper clamping body, a lower clamping body, a mating portion disposed on one end of the upper clamping body, and a shaft module, one end of the lower clamping body pivotally connected to the one end of the upper clamping body, the shaft module spirally inserted through the upper and lower clamping bodies and being rotatable, so as to enable the upper and lower clamping bodies to be adjustable at angles with respect to each other and cooperatively form a clamping space for clamping an external object; anda connecting module comprising at least a connecting unit having two opposite end portions, one of the end portions provided with a first connecting element, the other end portion provided with a second connecting element, the first connecting element connected to the mating portion of one of the clamping units, and the second connecting element connected to the mating portions of the other one of the clamping units, so that the two clamping units are linked together with the ...

CLAMP ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS OF USE

A clamping assembly sized to clamp adjacent body panels of a vehicle together for an assembly operation includes a handle assembly including a handle that rotates in a first plane about a pivot location. A jaw assembly includes a first jaw structure that moves relative to a second jaw structure in a second plane parallel to the first plane. A linkage assembly operably connects the handle assembly and the jaw assembly using an actuation pin such that rotating the handle assembly in the first plane moves first jaw structure toward and away from the second jaw structure in the second plane between open and closed configurations by extending and retracting the actuation pin relative to the second jaw structure. 1. A clamping assembly sized to clamp adjacent body panels of a vehicle together for an assembly operation , the clamping assembly comprising:a handle assembly comprising a handle that rotates in a first plane about a pivot location;a jaw assembly comprising a first jaw structure that moves relative to a second jaw structure in a second plane parallel to the first plane; anda linkage assembly that operably connects the handle assembly and the jaw assembly using an actuation pin such that rotating the handle assembly in the first plane moves first jaw structure toward and away from the second jaw structure in the second plane between open and closed configurations by extending and retracting the actuation pin relative to the second jaw structure.2. The clamping assembly of claim 1 , wherein the handle assembly comprises a base portion connected to the pivot location and a handle portion connected to the base portion defining an opening that is sized to fit a hand of an operator.3. The clamping assembly of claim 1 , wherein the linkage assembly comprises an arm actuation member that is pivotally connected to the actuation pin claim 1 , the arm actuation member being operatively connected to the handle assembly.4. The clamping assembly of claim 3 , wherein the ...

Device for facilitating artificial prosthesis installation with measured applied pressure and method therefor

Devices and methods provide for measuring applied pressure on an article, such as a patella construct during a surgical procedure. Embodiments include a clamp having an upper frame arm, a lower frame arm and a clamp assembly, and further include a clamp with a knob assembly and a pressure monitor assembly. Differently sized bushing adapters can be interchangeably employed with a clamp stem to adapt to the relative sizes of objects being clamped.

ADJUSTABLE TOGGLE ACTION QUICK RELEASE LOCKING BAR CLAMP

A bar clamp having a locking pliers, toggle action clamping mechanism is herein disclosed. The locking pliers include a fixed handle, a movable handle, and a toggling linkage arrangement therebetween for toggling the locking pliers from a first open position to a second clamped position. A bar is connected at one end to the fixed handle. The bar clamp includes an adjustable outer clamping jaw slidably connected to the bar. The outer clamping jaw includes disengageable locking mechanism for disengagably locking the outer clamping jaw in any given position along the length of the bar. The bar clamp also includes an inner clamping jaw connected to the toggling linkage arrangement such that when the locking pliers are toggled into the clamped position the inner clamping jaw is caused to move toward the adjustable outer clamping jaw. 1. A locking bar clamp comprising:a) a locking pliers mechanism including a fixed handle having a longitudinal axis, a movable handle, and a toggling linkage mechanism coupled between the fixed and moveable handles for toggling the locking pliers from a first open position to a second clamped position;b) a bar having a longitudinal axis and including first and second ends, the first end being connected to and extending from the fixed handle of the locking pliers such that the longitudinal axis of the bar is substantially parallel with the longitudinal axis of the fixed handle of the locking pliers;c) an adjustable outer clamping jaw slidably connected to the bar for longitudinal movement along the bar, the outer clamping jaw including a disengageable locking mechanism for disengagably locking the outer clamping jaw to the bar; andd) an inner clamping jaw connected to the toggling mechanism such that when the locking pliers are toggled into the clamped position the inner clamping jaw is caused to move in a direction generally aligned with the longitudinal axis of the fixed handle of the locking pliers and the longitudinal axis of the bar ...

Clamping Feet for an End Effector

An attachment for an end effector. The attachment may include a clamp and a foot adhesively bonded to an edge of the clamp and having a set of interlocking features that form a mechanical interlock with the clamp. 1. An apparatus comprising:a clamp; anda foot adhesively bonded to an edge of the clamp and having a set of interlocking features that form a mechanical interlock with the clamp, wherein an interlocking feature in the set of interlocking features comprises an elongated portion that extends from a base portion of the foot at an angle relative to an interface between the base portion and the edge of the clamp.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the set of interlocking features give the interface between the clamp and the foot cohesive strength to resist bending forces.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the interlocking feature further comprises:a locking portion located at an end of the elongated portion and having a first width greater than a second width of the elongated portion.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the locking portion is a circular portion having a diameter greater than the second width of the elongated portion.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the angle is between about 5 degrees and about 85 degrees relative to the interface.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the elongated portion extends substantially perpendicularly from the base portion into the clamp.7. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the clamp is a clamp of a clamping device for an attachment for an end effector.8. The apparatus of claim 7 , wherein the foot acts as a shock absorber when the clamp with the foot is placed on a part.9. The apparatus of claim 8 , wherein the part is a panel for a fuselage assembly.10. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a cross-sectional area of the foot taken along an axis substantially parallel to the edge of the clamp has a width that changes along a length of the cross-sectional area.11. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the clamp ...

Teachable Gripper Sensor

A gripper () has a body () with a cylinder section () with a fluid driven powering assembly () with a rod (). At least one jaw member () is secured with the rod (). The at least one jaw () clamps a workpiece. A target () is coupled with the rod (). The target () is positioned externally of the cylinder section (). A sensor assembly () senses the target. The sensor assembly receives the target and coupled with the gripper body cylinder portion (). 1. A gripper and sensor comprising:a gripper having a body with a cylinder section including a fluid driven powering assembly with a rod;at least one jaw member secured with the rod, the at least one jaw clamping a workpiece;a target coupled with the rod, the target is positioned externally of the cylinder section; anda sensor assembly for sensing the target, the sensor assembly receiving the target and coupled with the gripper body cylinder portion.2. The gripper and sensor of claim 1 , wherein the sensor assembly further comprises an analog inductive sensor and a programmable electronics control board.3. The gripper and sensor of claim 2 , wherein in the programmable electronics control board includes a teach function to determine and indicate or preset a gap or spacing of the at least one jaw.4. The gripper and sensor of claim 1 , wherein the target is tapered.5. The gripper and sensor of claim 1 , wherein the sensor assembly remotely adjust a gap or spacing of the at least one jaw.6. The gripper and sensor of claim 1 , wherein the sensor assembly can be a linear analog output device that delivers an output range of voltage or current proportional to linear position of the rod. The present disclosure relates to grippers and, more particularly, to a gripper with a sensor.Most sheet metal grippers have numerous sensors placed in various locations on the gripper to define a specific state. The specific states can be defined as a sheet missing, a sheet present, a double sheet present and fully open. In the larger fields of ...

CLAMPING DEVICE

A clamping device includes two mounting members facing each other, a driver coupled to the two mounting members and at least one clamping module. Thee driver is configured to alternately drive the two mounting members toward and away from each other. The clamping module includes two clamping members mounted on the two mounting members. Each clamping member includes a guide rod, a clamping block, and an elastic member. One end of the guide rod movably passes through a corresponding mounting member. The clamping block is fixed at one end of the guide rod distal from the mounting member. The elastic member is sleeved on the guide rod and positioned between the mounting member and the clamping block. 1. A clamping device comprising:two mounting members facing each other;a driver coupled to the two mounting members and configured to alternately drive the two mounting members toward and away from each other; andat least one clamping module comprising two clamping members mounted on the two mounting members, each of the two clamping members comprising:a guide rod, one end of which movably passing through a corresponding mounting member;a clamping block fixed at one end of the guide rod distal from the mounting member; andan elastic member sleeved on the guide rod and positioned between the mounting member and the clamping block.2. The clamping device of claim 1 ,wherein each mounting member comprises a supporting arm and a mounting arm, one end of the supporting arm is coupled to the driver, and a part of the mounting arm movably penetrate the other end of the supporting arm away from the driver; andwherein the guide rods of the two clamping members are mounted at the corresponding mounting arms, and the elastic member is positioned between the mounting arm and the clamping block.3. The clamping device of claim 2 ,wherein one end of the supporting arm defines a mounting hole through thereof, the mounting arm comprises a main body and a protrusion portion protruding from ...

AUTONOMOUS FLEXIBLE MANUFACTURING SYSTEM FOR BUILDING A FUSELAGE

A method and apparatus for building a fuselage assembly for an aircraft. A number of fixtures may be drive across a floor to an assembly area to form an assembly fixture. The fuselage assembly may be built on the assembly fixture. 1. A flexible manufacturing system comprising:a drivable tower; anda number of drivable fixtures that are autonomously coupleable to the drivable tower.2. The flexible manufacturing system of further comprising:an autonomous tooling system.3. The flexible manufacturing system of claim 1 , wherein the drivable tower is an autonomously drivable tower and wherein the number of drivable fixtures is a number of autonomously drivable fixtures.4. A flexible manufacturing system comprising:an assembly fixture comprised of a number of drivable cradle fixtures; andan autonomous panel joining system that joins a plurality of panels together on the assembly fixture.5. The flexible manufacturing system of further comprising:a drivable tower that is at least one of electrically or physically coupleable to the assembly fixture.6. The flexible manufacturing system of claim 5 , wherein the drivable tower is an autonomously drivable tower and wherein the number of drivable cradle fixtures is a number of autonomously drivable cradle fixtures.7. The flexible manufacturing system of further comprising:a utility fixture that is electrically and physically coupleable to the autonomously drivable tower.8. The flexible manufacturing system of claim 6 , wherein the autonomous panel joining system comprises:a number of drivable internal mobile platforms located on the autonomously drivable tower.9. The flexible manufacturing system of claim 6 , wherein the autonomous panel joining system comprises:a number of drivable external mobile platforms, wherein each of the number of drivable external mobile platforms is autonomously coupleable to the assembly fixture.10. The flexible manufacturing system of claim 5 , wherein the drivable tower comprises:a top platform that ...

Dual-Interface Coupler

A dual-interface coupler includes a utilities unit, a number of utility cables configured to provide a number of utilities to the utilities unit, a first coupling unit associated with the utilities unit, and a second coupling unit associated with the utilities unit. The first coupling unit is configured to mechanically couple the utilities unit to a first corresponding coupling unit and comprises a utility interface. The number of utilities are configured to flow from the utilities unit through the utilities interface. The second coupling unit is configured to mechanically couple the second coupling unit to a second corresponding coupling unit. 1. A dual-interface coupler , comprising:a utilities unit;a number of utility cables configured to provide a number of utilities to the utilities unit;a first coupling unit associated with the utilities unit, wherein the first coupling unit is configured to mechanically couple the utilities unit to a first corresponding coupling unit and comprises a utility interface, wherein the number of utilities are configured to flow from the utilities unit through the utilities interface; anda second coupling unit associated with the utilities unit, wherein the second coupling unit is configured to mechanically couple the second coupling unit to a second corresponding coupling unit.2. The dual-interface coupler of claim 1 , wherein:the utilities unit comprises a first side and a second side;the first coupling unit is associated with the first side of the utilities unit; andthe second coupling unit is associated with the second side of the utilities unit.3. The dual-interface coupler of claim 1 , further comprising:a first interlocking device configured to lock the first coupling unit to the first corresponding coupling unit; anda second interlocking device configured to lock the second coupling unit to the second corresponding coupling unit.4. The dual-interface coupler of claim 1 , wherein:the first coupling unit comprises a first ...

GRIPPING SYSTEM WITH CLAMP DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

A gripping system for securing a work piece includes a clamp device, a rotary actuator, and a control circuit. The clamp device includes a ball screw mechanism and a jaw portion that has multiple grip fingers. The ball screw mechanism includes a shaft and a holder assembly. The shaft extends through the holder assembly and is configured for displacement along a central axis of the jaw portion. A distal tip of the shaft engages the grip fingers. The control circuit controls the rotary actuator to drive rotation of the shaft relative to the holder assembly, causing displacement of the shaft along the central axis. The displacement of the shaft causes the distal tip of the shaft to force the grip fingers to move in a radial direction away from the central axis to provide a clamp force on the work piece. 1. A gripping system for securing a work piece , the gripping system comprising:a clamp device including a body and a ball screw mechanism, the body defining a central axis, the body including a jaw portion that has multiple grip fingers, the ball screw mechanism including a shaft and a holder assembly, the holder assembly secured in a fixed position to the body, the shaft extending through the holder assembly and configured for displacement along the central axis of the body, a distal tip of the shaft engaging the grip fingers of the jaw portion;a rotary actuator connected to the shaft of the ball screw mechanism; anda control circuit communicatively connected to the rotary actuator, wherein the control circuit is configured to control the rotary actuator to drive rotation of the shaft relative to the holder assembly causing displacement of the shaft relative to the body along the central axis, wherein the displacement of the shaft causes the distal tip of the shaft to force the grip fingers to move in a radial direction away from the central axis to provide a clamp force on the work piece.2. The gripping system of claim 1 , wherein the jaw portion of the body is ...

WORK MATERIAL CLAMP FOR USE WITH CUTTING MACHINES

A clamp for use with a cutting machine, the clamp comprising: a clamp frame; a low profile clamp head operatively connected to the clamp frame, wherein the clamp head has a clamping surface for pressing on a work surface of a work piece to hold said work piece; and a fixing element, operatively connectable to the clamp frame, for providing a clamping force to the clamp head by fixing the clamp to a support base for the work piece. In embodiments, the clamp head may have a low profile clamp head, made of plastic to prevent damage to a cutting bit. 2. A clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the clamp frame comprises a pair of metal pins claim 1 , and a frame stiffening element connecting the two pins.3. A clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the fixing element comprises a screw claim 1 , and the support base comprises a threaded insert wasteboard.4. A clamp as claimed in claim 1 , the clamp further comprising a lever operatively coupled to the fixing element for actuating the fixing element.5. A clamp as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the support base comprises a T-track wasteboard claim 1 , and wherein the fixing element comprises a nut for attaching to a screw that is attached to the T-track wasteboard.7. A clamp as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the frame comprises a pair of metal pins claim 6 , and wherein the clamp head is slidable on to and off of the pins.8. A clamp as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the clamp head is composed of plastic.9. A clamp kit comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00006', 'claim 6'}, 'the clamp of ; and'}a second clamp head, operatively connectable to the clamp frame, for replacing said clamp head.106. A clamp kit as claimed in claim 6 , wherein said fixing element operates with threaded insert wasteboards claim 6 , the kit further comprising a second fixing element which operates with t-track wasteboards.11. A clamp for use with a cutting machine claim 6 , the clamp comprising:a clamp frame;a clamp head operatively connected to the clamp ...

Fixing Device

A fixing device adapted to fix at least one needle-shaped member comprises a fixing base and a fixing mechanism. The fixing base has at least one positioning groove disposed at a front end of the fixing base. The needle-shaped member is adapted to be positioned in the positioning groove. The fixing mechanism has at least one pressing protrusion at a front end of the fixing mechanism. The pressing protrusion is adapted to press and hold the needle-shaped member in the positioning groove.

HAND CLAMP IMPROVEMENT AND ACCESSORY

A spring clamp for assembly fixturing includes a retainer that limits a minimum distance between jaws of the spring clamp when the spring clamp is in a relaxed state. 114.-. (canceled)15. A method of clamping a workpiece comprising:inserting a retainer between a first lever portion of a spring clamp and a second lever portion of the spring clamp;limiting a minimum distance between a first jaw region of said first lever portion and a second jaw region of said second lever portion by interference between said retainer, said first lever portion and said second lever portion;urging a first handle region of said first lever portion toward a second handle region of said second lever portion so as to increase a distance between said first jaw region and said second jaw region to a second distance larger than said first distance; andreleasing said first handle region and said second handle region, whereby said workpiece is substantially retained in substantially fixed spatial relation to said spring clamp by convergent forces between said first jaw region and said second jaw region against said workpiece.16. A method of clamping a workpiece as defined in wherein said inserting a retainer between said first lever portion of said spring clamp and said second lever portion of said spring clamp retainer comprises inserting a speed block between said first lever portion of said spring clamp and said second lever portion of said spring clamp.17. A method of clamping a workpiece as defined in wherein said inserting said retainer further comprises deforming a substantially elastic portion of said retainer.18. A method of clamping a workpiece as defined in wherein said inserting a retainer between said first lever portion of said spring clamp and said second lever portion of said spring clamp comprises disposing an insertion pin between respective interference surfaces of said first lever portion of said spring clamp and said second lever portion of said spring clamp.19. A method of ...

Clamping Tool

A clamping tool of the type including a C-shaped body and a drive screw with a threaded portion in mechanical communication with a threaded receiver in one end of the C-shaped body and including at least two threaded receivers in one end of the C-shaped body, each adapted to separately and independently receive and support the threaded portion of the drive screw. A backstop may be included with a backstop pin extending from a surface of the backstop and at least two non-collinear backstop bushings in a second end of the C-shaped body. The at least two non-collinear backstop bushings may each be adapted to receive and support the backstop pin of the backstop, thereby providing more than one position of the backstop on the C-shaped body. 1. A clamping tool , comprising:a tool body with a first body member disposed opposite to a second body member, the first body member and the second body member connected by a base member, the first body member further including two or more non-collinear backstop bushings;a first backstop including a backstop pin releasably coupled to the first body member and received by one of the two or more non-collinear backstop bushings of the first body member; anda drive screw assembly received by the second body member, the drive screw assembly coupled to a second backstop on a first end of the drive screw assembly and a handle on a second end of the drive screw assembly, whereby as the drive screw assembly is advanced relative to the second body member, the second backstop is displaced relative to the first backstop.2. The clamping tool according to claim 1 , wherein the second body member includes two or more non-collinear screw receivers claim 1 , whereby a drive screw of the drive screw assembly mates with one of the two or more non-collinear screw receivers.3. The clamping tool according to claim 1 , wherein the drive screw assembly further includes a pair of guide pins.4. The clamping tool according to claim 3 , wherein the second body ...

CLAMP WITH AN ANTI-PIVOT AND LOCK MECHANISM

An F-type clamp with an anti-pivot and lock mechanism that engages a side of the first post facing the clamp head below a pivot axis of the guide arm of the clamp; or the anti-pivot axis engages a second side opposite the first side and above the pivot axis of the guide arm. 1. A clamp , comprising:a component engagement member including a clamp head operatively connected to a handle;a guide arm operatively connected to the component engagement member at a first end of the guide arm, and the guide arm has an opening at a second end distal the first end and the guide arm has a central axis from the first end to the second end;a first post extending through the opening and in sliding engagement with the guide arm, and the first post has a first side facing the component engagement and a second side opposite the first side, wherein the guide arm has a pivot axis at the second end thereof relative to the first post and the pivot axis is perpendicular to the central axis of the guide arm;a second post at an end of the first post and disposed generally perpendicular to the first post and having a first end connected to the first post and a second end, distal the first end, and the second end is disposed opposite the clamp head; and,an anti-pivot and lock mechanism operatively connected to the guide arm and the first post adjacent to the opening of the guide arm, wherein the anti-pivot and lock mechanism engages the first post above or below the pivot axis and central axis of the guide arm.2. The clamp of claim 1 , further comprising a tab on the second end of the guide arm adjacent to the second side of the first post; and the anti-pivot and lock mechanism is operatively connected to the tab and the anti-pivot and lock mechanism is selectively adjustable relative to the first post to engage the second side of the first post claim 1 , wherein the anti-pivot and lock mechanism has a central axis that is offset relative to the central axis of the guide arm or offset relative ...

BAR CLAMP

A bar clamp has a slide bar supporting a movable jaw assembly. The slide bar is supported in a fixed jaw assembly. The fixed jaw assembly includes a drive mechanism for moving the slide bar relative to the fixed jaw assembly. Mechanisms for expanding the capacity of the bar clamp including the use of straps and two slide bars. Specialized jaws are provided where the jaws may be removable from the jaw assemblies. Additional clamping jaws are provided in addition to the movable and fixed jaw assemblies for varying the clamping force applied to a workpiece. 1. A bar clamp comprising:a first slide bar supporting a movable jaw assembly, a second slide bar supported in a fixed jaw assembly, the fixed jaw assembly including a drive mechanism for moving the second slide bar relative to the fixed jaw assembly;a connector releasably connecting the first slide bar to the second slide bar.2. The bar clamp of wherein the first slide bar comprises a first aperture and the second slide bar comprises a second aperture claim 1 , the connector releasably engaging the first aperture and the second aperture.3. The bar clamp of wherein the connector comprises at least one slot for receiving the end of at least the first slide bar and the second slide bar.4. The bar clamp of wherein the connector comprises a first movable pin engageable with the first aperture and a second movable pin engageable with the second aperture.5. The bar clamp of wherein a second fixed jaw assembly including a drive mechanism is mounted on the second slide bar.6. A bar clamp comprising:a slide bar supporting a movable jaw assembly, the slide bar supported in a fixed jaw assembly, the fixed jaw assembly including a drive mechanism for moving the slide bar relative to the fixed jaw assembly;an edge clamp mounted on the slide bar between the fixed jaw assembly and the movable jaw assembly comprising a movable jaw movable in a second direction transverse to the first direction of movement of slide bar.7. The bar ...

Yolk Clamp

Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system that comprises a bar and a pair of clamps. The bar defines a set of spaced apertures. The pair of clamps comprises a first clamp and a second clamp. Each of the first clamp and the second clamp comprises a first portion and a second portion.

CLAMPING JAW FOR CLAMPING OF A WORKPIECE

A clamping jaw for the clamping of a workpiece, with a body and several clamping inserts arranged in mounting openings of the body made of a sintered material. The clamping inserts are designed in the form of cylindrical pins projecting relative to an end surface of the body and inclined relative to a lower base surface of the body with a clamping edge for forcing the clamping inserts into the workpiece. 1. A clamping jaw for clamping of a workpiece , the clamping jaw comprising a body and a plurality of clamping inserts arranged in mounting openings of the body made of a sintered material , wherein the clamping inserts are designed in the form of cylindrical pins projecting relative to an end surface of the body and inclined relative to a lower base surface of the body with a clamping edge for forcing the clamping inserts into the workpiece.2. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein center axes of the clamping inserts are inclined at an angle of 40° to 60° with respect to the base surface of the body.3. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein each of the mounting openings is oblique and the mounting openings are arranged next to each other on the end surface of the body.4. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the clamping inserts are fastened by gluing claim 1 , soldering claim 1 , pressing or clamping in the mounting openings of the body.5. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the clamping inserts are held against the body by a notch made in the body.6. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the mounting openings are designed as oblique blind holes.7. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein an ejection hole is provided on each of the mounting openings.8. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of clamping inserts has a flat outer end surface.9. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the body contains a support surface to support the workpiece beneath the clamping inserts.10. The clamping jaw of claim 1 , wherein the clamping inserts are arranged in a ...

HOLDING DEVICE

An objective is to provide a holding device capable of holding a hexagonal part at a nearly fixed orientation. A holding device holds a bolt B by a left claw member L and a right claw member R. A left recessed portion L and a right recessed portion R in a recessed manner toward the bolt B in plan view are respectively formed in inner side end portions L and R facing the bolt B, of the claw members L and R, a pair of protruding portions L and L and a pair of protruding portions R and R protruding toward the bolt B are respectively formed in the portions L and R, the distances ra and rb from a center O to the portions L and L are equal in each of the claw members L and R, and the protrusion interval Δ is from d/√3 to d. 1. A holding device for holding a part having hexagonal side surfaces in plan view by bringing a pair of plate-like members close to each other along a holding direction , whereinrecessed portions in a recessed manner toward the part in plan view are respectively formed in end portions facing the part, of the plate-like members;a pair of protruding portions protruding toward the part are formed in both end portions of the recessed portion;distances from a holding center of the part to the protruding portions are equal in each of the plate-like members, andan interval along a direction perpendicular to the holding direction, of the pair of the protruding portions formed in each of the plate-like members, is from d/√3 to d, both exclusive, where a width across flats of the side surfaces is d.2. The holding device according to claim 1 , comprising:a chuck mechanism that brings the pair of plate-like members close or separates the pair of plate-like members by moving the pair of plate-like members parallel along the holding direction. This application is based on and claims the benefit of priority from Japanese Patent Application No. 2017-040456, filed on 3 Mar. 2017, the content of which is incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates to ...

Clamp Head

A clamp head including an arched body having upper and lower faces, and opposing unequal length arms. The body further has a through aperture for a bolt or like threaded fastener extending between the upper and lower faces, the through aperture tapering outwardly through the body in the direction of the lower face. The arms comprise a reaction arm having at its distal end a curved reaction face and a clamping arm having at its distal end a curved clamping face. The curved reaction face has a first edge that is proximal to the reaction face and a second edge that is distal to the reaction face, wherein the radius of curvature of the reaction face increases in the direction of the second edge. 1. A clamp head comprising an arched body having upper and lower faces , and opposing unequal length arms , the body further having a through aperture for a bolt or like threaded fastener extending between the upper and lower faces , the through aperture tapering outwardly through the body in the direction of the lower face , wherein the arms comprise a reaction arm having at its distal end a curved reaction face extending across the entire width of the reaction arm and a clamping arm having at its distal end a curved clamping face , the curved reaction face have a first edge that is proximal to the clamping face and a second edge that is distal to the clamping face , wherein the radius of curvature of the reaction face increases in the direction of the second edge , wherein further the through aperture intersects the reaction face.2. A clamp head as claimed in wherein the through aperture intersects the clamping face.3. A clamp head as claimed in wherein the reaction arm is longer than the clamping arm.4. A clamp head as claimed in wherein the clamping arm narrows in the direction of the distal end of the clamping arm.5. A clamp head as claimed in wherein the clamping face of the clamping arm is provided with one or more formations which claim 1 , in use claim 1 , frictionally ...

RAIL CLAMP LATCH HOLDER

A rail clamp latch holder is provided. The rail clamp latch holder includes a grippable portion and a rail portion disposed at a forward side of the grippable portion. The rail portion includes first and second pairs of opposed latches which are configured to latch onto a rail and which are disposed at first and second longitudinal ends of the rail portion, respectively, a tab, a locking pin and an elastic member. The tab is insertable into a rail latch. The elastic member extends along a longitudinal axis of the rail portion and elastically couples the locking pin and the tab. 1. A rail clamp latch holder , comprising:a grippable portion;a rail portion disposed at a forward side of the grippable portion and comprising:first and second pairs of opposed latches which are configured to latch onto a rail and which are disposed at first and second longitudinal ends of the rail portion, respectively;a tab which is insertable into a rail latch;a locking pin; andan elastic member which extends along a longitudinal axis of the rail portion and elastically couples the locking pin and the tab.2. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second pairs of opposed latches are press-fittable onto rail sidewalls.3. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second pairs of opposed latches are configured to slide along rail sidewalls.4. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the tab and the locking pin are distant from one another.5. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 4 , wherein the elastic member is configured to bias the locking pin.6. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic member comprises a leaf spring.7. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein:the rail portion comprises an angled surface, andthe tab and the angled surface are disposed at the first and second longitudinal ends of the rail portion, respectively.8. The rail clamp latch ...

LOCKING ASSEMBLY

A locking assembly for locking a portable electronic device to a work surface. The locking assembly comprises a clamp assembly including an elongated bar that extends between a first end and a second end. The clamp assembly further includes a first jaw and a second jaw movable along the elongated bar for clamping to a work surface between the first and second jaws. A connector extends from a first connector end that is pivotally connected to the locking assembly to a second end that can be connected to the portable electronic device. The connector securing the portable electronic device to the work surface while permitting it to pivot with respect to the locking assembly. 1. A locking assembly for locking a portable electronic device to a work surface , the locking assembly comprising:a clamp assembly including a bar extending between a first end and a second end for placement adjacent to the work surface;the clamp assembly further including a first jaw and a second jaw extending outwardly from the bar in spaced relationship to one another;at least one of the first jaw or the second jaw movable along the bar between the first and second ends for clamping a work surface between the first and second jaws;a locking mechanism interchangeable from an unlocked condition to a locked condition for selectively locking the relative positioning between the first jaw and the second jaw; anda connector extending from a first connector end that is pivotally connected to one of the clamp assembly or the locking mechanism to a second end for being connected to the portable electronic device to secure the portable electronic device to the work surface when the locking mechanism is disposed in the locked condition.2. The locking assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first connector end is pivotally connected to one of the clamp assembly or the locking mechanism at a first pivot connector about a first axis and wherein the second end includes a second pivot connector for being pivotally ...

CLAMP ASSEMBLY

A clamp adapter for use with a lever operated quick connect clamp having spaced apart clamping arms. The clamp adapter includes a one piece body having an upper section which is slidably positioned between the clamping arms and a base which abuts against the bottom the clamping arms. Threaded fasteners secure the body to the clamping arms. An elongated rod is slidably positioned in a through bore in the body and locked in place by a bolt. 1. A clamp adapter for use with a lever operated quick connect clamp having two spaced apart clamping arms comprisinga body having an upper section dimensioned to be slidably received between the clamping arms and a base having a width greater than the spacing between the clamping arms,a first fastener threadably attached to said body and dimensioned to abut against the clamping arms so that said upper section of said body is entrapped between said fastener and said base,a rod slidably positioned in a bore in said body, anda second fastener threadably mounted in a hole in said body, said hole intersecting and open to said bore.2. The invention as defined in wherein said body and said base are of a one piece construction.3. The invention as defined in wherein said body is made of plastic.4. The invention as defined in wherein said bore in said body is a through bore.5. The invention as defined in wherein said upper section of said body has a height less than a height of the clamping arms.6. The invention as defined in wherein said first fastener comprises a pair of first fasteners.7. The invention as defined in wherein said first fastener comprises a button head cap bolt. The present invention relates generally to clamps and, more particularly, to a lever operated quick connect clamp.There are many previously known lever operated clamps that are used for temporarily clamping items to a structure. For example, such clamps are oftentimes used to assemble work in order to properly secure and position pieces for assembly during the ...

Retaining device for the form-fitting and/or force-fitting arrangement of two components to be connected in a bonded manner, and method for operating such a retaining device

A retaining device ( 1 ) for the form-fitting and/or force-fitting arrangement of two components ( 2, 3 ) to be connected in a bonded manner for a subsequent welding process. The retaining device ( 1 ) includes a cover ( 4 ), which can be pivoted about a pivot axis ( 5 ) and on the lower face of which a silicone layer ( 8 ) is arranged so as to face in the direction of the components ( 2, 3 ) to be connected, and a pressure plate ( 6 ) that can be moved in the direction of the cover ( 4 ) via at least one cylinder ( 7 ) and thus presses the components ( 2, 3 ) which are to be connected and which are arranged one above the other between the cover ( 4 ) and the pressure plate ( 6 ) against the silicone layer ( 8 ). A method for operating a retaining device ( 1 ) is also provided.

COMPRESSION JAW ASSEMBLY UNIT

A compression jaw assembly unit for a compressing device for compressing tubular metal parts includes a compression jaw carrier () and a compression jaw (), provided at the compression jaw carrier (), with a compressing surface () that is oriented essentially facing away from the compression jaw carrier () and is curved transversely to a compression jaw longitudinal direction (L) in a compression jaw transverse direction (Q). The compression jaw () includes a fixed compression jaw segment (), which is fixed to the compression jaw carrier () and provides a compressing surface segment (), and at least one movable compression jaw segment () providing a compressing surface segment (). The at least one movable compressing surface segment () can be moved in a direction of movement (B) in relation to the fixed compressing surface segment () against the prestressing action of a prestressing device (). 1. A compression jaw assembly unit for a compressing device for compressing tubular metal parts , the compression jaw assembly unit comprising:a compression jaw carrier; anda compression jaw provided at the compression jaw carrier, the compression jaw having a compressing surface oriented essentially facing away from the compression jaw carrier that is curved transversely to a compression jaw longitudinal direction in a compression jaw transverse direction, the compression jaw comprising a fixed compression jaw segment, which is fixed to the compression jaw carrier and provides a fixed compressing surface segment, and a movable compression jaw segment providing a moveable compressing surface segment, wherein the movable compressing surface segment is moveable in a direction of movement in relation to the fixed compressing surface segment against a prestressing action of a prestressing device.2. A compression jaw assembly unit in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the movable compression jaw segment follows the fixed compression jaw segment in the compression jaw transverse ...

Bone, treat and chew toy holding arrangement for pets

An enclosed gripping arrangement for safely, securely and adjustably supporting a bone, treat or chew toy for a pet, comprising: an elongated enclosure housing defined by a wall, the elongated enclosure housing having a 1st adjustment end and a 2nd base end, the base end having a base arrangement therewith, the elongated enclosure housing enclosing an elongated adjustable first shaft extending through the 1st adjustment end, and an elongated second shaft extending within the 2nd base end from a base thereof. An opposed arrangement of gripping jaws comprising a first gripping jaw on a distal end of the elongated adjustable 1st shaft, and a second gripping jaw arranged on a distal end of the elongated adjustable second shaft, to define a gripping zone therebetween. An opening through the wall of the enclosure housing is longitudinally off-set from the gripping zone of the opposed arrangement of gripping jaws, so as to enable a bone, treat or chew toy to be tightly gripped within the elongated housing and extend through the wall of the housing of the elongated housing to provide a safely contained gripping arrangement to support a chewing treat to a pet.

Multipurpose woodworker's clamping and spreading apparatus

A multipurpose woodworker's clamping and spreading apparatus consisting of an elongated support bar component and a pair of elongated crossbar components held together by the respective vertically inclined and horizontally inclined sleeving elements of each of a pair of a two-way adjustable bar holder components with each crossbar holding, as well, one of each of a pair of adjustable workholder components via the horizontally inclined sleeving member of each and with each workholder component featuring an externally threaded holding bolt threadably held within the bolt holder thereof welded to the sleeving member and with the ball shaped end portion of a small rod extension from the base of the bolt, rotatably holding a shoeholder element, in turn holding a shoe element, the sleeving member portion of which features sleeving for such holding and the base member portion of which serves to hold work for clamping or spreading. 1. A multipurpose woodworker's clamping and spreading apparatus , comprising:a. a vertically inclined metallic support bar;b. a first horizontally inclined metallic crossbar;c. a second horizontally inclined metallic crossbar;d. a first two-way adjustable bar holder component;e. a second two-way adjustable bar holder component;f. a first adjustable workholder component;g. a second adjustable workholder component;h. a first horizontally inclined bar holding metallic sleeving element of said first bar holder component for slideable receipt of said first horizontally inclined crossbar;i. a hole in said first horizontally inclined bar holding sleeving element;j. a first weld;k. a first internally threaded nut welded via said first weld to a first side of said first horizontally inclined bar holding sleeving element about said hole in said first horizontally inclined bar holding sleeving element;l. a first externally threaded bolt receivable by said first internally threaded nut and further receivable by said hole in said first horizontally inclined ...

MOBILE PLATFORMS FOR PERFORMING OPERATIONS ALONG AN EXTERIOR OF A FUSELAGE ASSEMBLY

A method and apparatus for performing an assembly operation. A tool may be macro-positioned relative to an exterior of a fuselage assembly. The tool may be micro-positioned relative to a particular location on the exterior of the fuselage assembly. An end effector is removably associated with an external robotic device associated with an external mobile platform. The tool is removably associated with the end effector. An assembly operation may be performed at the particular location on the panel using the tool. 1. A method for performing an assembly operation , the method comprising: micro-positioning the tool relative to a particular location on the exterior of the assembly; and', 'performing the assembly operation at the particular location using the tool., 'macro-positioning a tool relative to an exterior of an assembly, wherein the assembly is supported on an assembly fixture, and wherein macro-positioning comprises driving an external mobile platform including the tool into a position relative to the assembly fixture such that the tool is positioned relative to the exterior of the assembly;'}2. The method of further comprising:exchanging the tool with another one of a number of tools being held by a tool magazine station associated with a platform base of the external mobile platform.3. The method of further comprising:removably associating an end effector with an external robotic device associated with the external mobile platform;removably associating the tool with the end effector; andexchanging the end effector with another one of a number of end effectors being held in an end effector storage associated with a platform base of the external mobile platform.4. An apparatus comprising:a macro-positioning system comprising an external mobile platform having a tool that is configured to be driven into a position relative to an assembly fixture such that the tool is positioned relative to the exterior of an assembly supported on the assembly fixture;a micro- ...

Handheld Modular Rosin Press Device

The embodiments herein provide a modular rosin press device for use with a base clamp device having a pair or opposing rectangular elements, the modular device having a proximal press assembly, distal press assembly, and proximal block assembly. Each press assembly preferably contains a metallic heating component with a channel sized to accept the rectangular elements of the base clamp device. Each press assembly may also include a heating element, insulating plate, ledges which extend inwardly, and ribs of various designs and orientations. 1. A modular rosin press device for use with a base clamp device having a pair or opposing rectangular elements , the modular device comprising:a proximal press assembly containing a first metallic heating component with a channel sized to accept the first of the opposing rectangular elements of the base clamp device;a distal press assembly containing a second metallic heating component with a channel sized to accept the second of the opposing rectangular elements of the base clamp device; anda proximal block assembly containing a housing with electronic controls for operating the first and second metallic heating components.2. The modular device of further comprising:a series of threaded holes placed within the second metallic heating component and oriented perpendicular to the channel.3. The modular device of further comprising:a pair of L-shaped ribs travelling along the first and second metallic heating components.4. The modular device of wherein:the L-shaped ribs are positioned symmetrically about a central axis of the channel.5. The modular device of further comprising:a first heating element positioned between the two L-shaped ribs of the first metallic heating component, anda second heating element positioned between the two L-shaped ribs of the second metallic heating component.6. The modular device of further comprising:an opening defined by the underside of the housing7. The modular device of wherein:the opening is ...

Clamping device for holding a collet

A clamping device includes a first clamping segment which has a first mounting flange and a tubular member extending axially away therefrom. A first bore extends through the first mounting flange and the tubular member. The first mounting flange is configured for attachment to a rotatable spindle of a machine tool. The clamping device includes a draw bar assembly which has an axially extending elongate shaft. The elongate shaft extends through the first bore of the first clamping segment. A biasing unit is mounted on or in the tubular member. A locking member is removably secured to the elongate shaft such that the biasing unit is compressed between the locking member and a portion of the first clamping segment. The biasing member remains compressed when the first clamping segment is separated from the spindle of the machine tool.

Apparatus for machining a component and method of machining

An apparatus for machining a component is provided. The apparatus includes a fixation mechanism, wherein the fixation mechanism includes a first fixation member with a first fixation face and a second fixation member with a second fixation face, wherein the first fixation face and the second fixation face are arranged and configured such that different bearing surfaces of a plurality of different components can be fixed between the first fixation member and the second fixation member, wherein the apparatus further includes a machining device, and wherein the apparatus is configured to machine a machining surface of the respective component by means of the machining device and according to a predetermined accuracy. Further, a method of machining the component is presented.

CLIP FOR SEWING

A clip for sewing includes lower and upper members that are pivotable to each other about a given axis. The lower member has a first prong portion and a first handling portion opposite to the first prong portion. The upper member has a second prong portion and a second handling portion opposite to the second prong portion. A bias member urges the lower and the upper members about the axis so that the first prong portion and the second prong portion are drawn to each other to shut. A plurality of projection/recess pairs are provided, each pair having ng a recess and a corresponding projection to be received in the recess. In each of the projection/recess pairs, the recess is provided at one of the first and second prong portions, while the corresponding projection is provided at the other of them. 1. A clip for sewing , comprising:a lower member comprising a first prong portion and a first handling portion;an upper member comprising a second prong portion and a second handling portion, the upper member being pivotable relative to the lower member about an axis;a bias member that urges the first prong portion and the second prong portion toward each other; anda plurality of projection/recess pairs each comprising a recess and a corresponding projection received in the recess,wherein in each of the projection/recess pairs, the recess is provided at one of the first prong portion and the second prong portion, and the corresponding projection is provided at the other of the first prong portion and the second prong portion.2. The clip according to claim 1 , wherein the plurality of projection/recess pairs comprise four projection/recess pairs disposed at four apexes of a quadrilateral claim 1 , respectively.3. The clip according to claim 1 , wherein the first prong portion and the second prong portion have a first width measured in a direction parallel to the axis claim 1 , the first handling portion and the second handling portion have a second width measured in said ...

Plunger Clamp With A Lever Lock

A plunger clamp has a body defining a bore with a plunger slidably held in the body bore. A lever is pivotally connected with the body. A link arm pivotally connects between the plunger and lever. A catch mechanism is coupled with the body. A latch mechanism is coupled with the lever. The catch mechanism and latch mechanism couple with one another to lock the plunger in a first clamped position and in a second released position. 1. A plunger clamp comprising:a body, the body defining a bore;a plunger slidably positioned in the bore in the body;a lever pivotally connected to the body;a link arm pivotally connected between the body and lever;a catch mechanism coupled with the body;a latch mechanism coupled with the lever;the catch mechanism and latch mechanism coupling with one another for locking the plunger in a clamped position and in a released position.2. The plunger clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the catch mechanism includes a first and second catch.3. The plunger clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the latch includes a first and second latch.4. The plunger clamp according to claim 1 , wherein a biasing member exerts a force on the latch mechanism to maintain the latch mechanism in the locked clamp and locked released positions.5. The plunger clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the lever includes a pair of spaced arms with the latch mechanism seated between the arms.6. The plunger clamp according to claim 1 , wherein the plunger defines an axis with the catch mechanism and latch mechanism coupling in the clamping position on one side of the axis and in the release position on the other side of the axis.7. The plunger clamp according to claim 3 , wherein the first and second latches include cutouts.8. The plunger clamp according to claim 2 , wherein one of the first and second catches is a pin.9. The plunger clamp according to claim 2 , wherein one of the first and second catches is on the body.10. The plunger clamp according to claim 9 , wherein the ...

JIG OF SPIRIT LEVEL CLAMPING AID TOOLS, SQUARES AND HAND CLAMPS

A jig for clamping that includes two or more clamping aid tools for use and mounting with various common tools, including a carpenter, framing and speed square, and various straight edges for easily and accurately positioning various objects, either flat and/or round, magnetic or not. The clamping aids can clamp to round pipes at correct angles while being fitted, secured and/or welded together. 1. A jig clamping tool consisting of two or more separate clamping aid tools , wherein the body of each clamping aid includes generally flat side surfaces , at least one main elongate slot along the bottom flat edge surface for mounting to a straight edge , a ‘V’ groove along the top edge surface for abutting round objects , one rounded end , and one flat end.2. A clamping aid tool as claimed in where the slot height of each clamping aid corresponds to dimensions of a straight edge claim 1 , and the straight edge is one of a group including a carpenter square claim 1 , framing square claim 1 , straight edge claim 1 , and ruler.3. A damping aid tool as claimed in which includes threaded bores with mounting screws along both sides claim 2 , for securing the clamping aid to the straight edge in the main elongate slot.4. A clamping aid tool as claimed in claim 3 , additionally can comprise a spring loaded device within the main elongate slot for securing the clamping aid to the straight edge.5. A damping aid tool as claimed in claim 3 , where the top edge surface with “V” groove claim 3 , used for aligning and securing round objects and the bottom flat edge surface claim 3 , used for aligning and securing flat objects claim 3 , can both contain various types and shapes of magnets including earth claim 3 , ceramic or other claim 3 , for mounting each clamping aid tool to a ferromagnetic object.6. A clamping aid tool as claimed in claim 5 , which can include multiple spirit vials positioned at various angles in each clamping aid.7. A clamping aid tool as claimed in claim 6 , that ...

Opening / Closing Mechanism of Opening / Closing Body

An opening/closing mechanism of a cover member that can easily push down the cover member by the lever member even if the force from the base member side to the cover member is increased, improving the operability of the lever member. A solution is that the lever member is rotatably supported to the base member by the first shaft the link plate is mounted to the lever member by the second shaft the cover member is mounted to the link plate by the third shaft and the link plate is rotated around the axis of the first shaft in the direction in which the lever member closes, so that the link plate moves through the second shaft and the link plate moves, so that the cover member is depressed through the third shaft 1. An opening/closing mechanism of an opening/closing body , comprising:a first shaft by which a lever member is rotatably supported on a base portion,a second shaft by which a link plate is attached to the lever member, anda third shaft by which a cover member is attached to the link plate,wherein the link plate operates through the second shaft by rotating the lever member to a closing direction of the lever member about a first shaft line of the first shaft, andthe cover member is pushed down through the third shaft by operating of the link plate.2. The opening/closing mechanism of an opening/closing body according to claim 1 , wherein the third shaft is vertically movably supported on the base portion.3. The opening/closing mechanism of an opening/closing body according to claim 2 , wherein the second shaft is disposed lateral one side with respect to the first shaft at the state that the lever member is open claim 2 , and the second shaft moves below the first shaft by rotating the lever member to the closing direction about the first shaft line of the first shaft.4. The opening/closing mechanism of an opening/closing body according to claim 3 , wherein a second shaft line of the second shaft moves beyond right below the first shaft line of the first ...

Hole drilling jig apparatus

The current invention relates to jig apparatus which is provided of a form to allow accurate positioning and repositioning of the same with respect to workpiece and the use of the jig apparatus to provide a guide for the provision of a drill bit through at least one guide passages therein to form a hole in the workpiece at a required location. In one embodiment the jig apparatus is provided in a form so as to provide a plurality of passages, each of which can be used as a guide for a drill bit to thereby allow a plurality of spaced apart drill holes to be formed in the workpiece without the need to move the jig apparatus with respect to the workpiece. In one embodiment guide means are provided which are selectively positionable by the user in order to allow the position of the jig apparatus with respect to the workpiece to be accurately defined and retained by the user.

Sawhorse Support Assembly and Method

An exemplary embodiment providing one or more improvements includes a sawhorse support assembly apparatus and methods in which the support assembly can be manufactured and used for supporting a beam for creating a sawhorse. 1. A sawhorse support assembly for operating at least in a pair in which each support assembly supports a portion of a beam above a floor , the beam having an elongated length extending between two ends , and lower , upper , and side surfaces which extend along the length of the beam , the sawhorse support assembly comprising:first and second legs;a beam connector for connecting the sawhorse support assembly to the beam, the beam connector connected to the first and second legs such that the legs cooperate to support the beam connector above the floor when the beam connector is connected to the beam, the beam connector including:a beam support for contacting the lower surface of the beam to resist movement of the beam toward the floor when the sawhorse support assembly is connected to the beam;an upright segment connected to the beam support and arranged for contacting one of the side surfaces of the beam; anda clamping mechanism connected to the beam support and configured for applying a compressive force to the other one of the side surfaces of the beam to hold the beam in a fixed position relative to the sawhorse support assembly when the beam connector is connected to the beam, the clamping mechanism including:a clamping plate;a clamping plate actuator connected to the clamping plate; andan actuator support configured for supporting the clamping plate actuator and connected to the beam support, and wherein the clamping mechanism is configured for selective movement of the clamping plate by the clamping plate actuator through a range of positions relative to the upright segment including positions which allow the beam to be placed between the clamping plate and the upright segment, and positions which subject the beam to compression when the ...

HAND CLAMP IMPROVEMENT AND ACCESSORY

A spring clamp for assembly fixturing includes a retainer that limits a minimum distance between jaws of the spring clamp when the spring clamp is in a relaxed state. 1a body member having a first interference surface region said first interference surface region being adapted to operatively support a first jaw of said spring clamp; andsaid body member having a second interference surface region, said second interference surface region being adapted to operatively support a second jaw of said spring clamp, and said first and second interference regions being disposed in spaced relation to one another such that an intervening portion of said body member of said removable retainer provides a structural support between said first surface region and said second surface region, whereby said retainer is adapted to limit a non-zero minimum open distance between respective first and second jaws of said spring clamp.. A removable retainer for a spring clamp comprising: The present application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/818,477 filed on Nov. , , which in turn is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/168,509 filed on May 31, 2016 (now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,821,439), which in turn claims the benefit of U.S. provisional patent application No. 62/290,615 filed on Feb. 3, 2016, and of U.S. provisional patent application 62/308,162 filed on Mar. 14, 2016, the disclosures of all of the foregoing are incorporated by reference in their entireties in the present application.This invention relates to the field of manufacturing tools and more particularly to fixturing tools for material clamping.Efficiency and value are essential goals in manufacturing. The ability to produce a product while optimizing the balance between input costs and output value is a hallmark of successful production. Any improvement that reduces inputs, without diminishing the value of the product has the potential to yield significant benefits for a manufacturing ...

WORKPIECE CLAMP DEVICE CAPABLE FOR CHANGING CLAMP ANGLE

A workpiece clamp device capable for changing clamp angle is arranged on a base plane and comprises a first and a second movable blocks, a driving block, at least one first and at least one second elastic members, at least one first and at least one second cylinders, and at least one third and at least one fourth elastic members. Since the first and the second cylinders are slightly rotatably and detachably respectively embedded in the first and the second embedding grooves to make the first and the second rough surfaces be exposed and the elasticity of the third and the fourth elastic members is cooperated therewith, the first and the second rough surfaces are slightly fine-tuned based on the shapes and sizes of the workpieces so as to be suitable for clamping and fastening the workpieces with different shapes. 1. A workpiece clamp device capable of changing a clamp angle and arranged on a base plane , the device comprising:a first movable block, having a first main body, a first inclined surface, a first limit portion, and a first clamp surface, the first inclined surface is arranged at an inner side of the first main body and inclined from a bottom to a top and from an interior to an exterior, the first clamp surface is arranged at an outer side of the first main body, corresponding to the first inclined surface, the first limit portion is arranged at each of a front end and a rear end of the first main body, the first inclined surface has at least one first stop portion, at least one first embedding groove is arranged at the first clamp surface, a first receiving groove is further concavely arranged inside the at least one first embedding groove, an axial direction of the at least one first embedding groove is orthogonal to an axial direction of the first receiving groove;a second movable block, arranged corresponding to the first movable block and having a second main body, a second inclined surface, a second limit portion, and a second clamp surface, the ...

Metrology-Based System for Operating a Flexible Manufacturing System

A method and apparatus for positioning an end effector relative to a fuselage assembly. The end effector is positioned relative to an expected reference location for a reference point on the fuselage assembly using data from a first metrology system. After positioning the end effector relative to the expected reference location, an actual reference location for the reference point on the fuselage assembly is identified using data from a second metrology system. The end effector is positioned at an operation location based on the actual reference location identified. 1. A method for positioning an end effector relative to a fuselage assembly , the method comprising:positioning the end effector relative to an expected reference location for a reference point on the fuselage assembly using data from a first metrology system;after positioning the end effector relative to the expected reference location, identifying an actual reference location for the reference point on the fuselage assembly using data from a second metrology system; andpositioning the end effector at an operation location based on the actual reference location identified.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first metrology system is a laser tracking system and the data from the first metrology system is laser measurement data.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein positioning the end effector relative to the expected reference location comprises:identifying fuselage target locations for fuselage laser targets associated with the fuselage assembly.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second metrology system is an imaging system and the data from the second metrology system is imaging data.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein identifying the actual reference location comprises:generating the imaging data for the reference point while the end effector is positioned relative to the expected reference location for the reference point; andcomputing the actual reference location for the reference point based on ...

HOLDING DEVICE USING A PLURALITY OF STACKED PLATES

Some embodiments are directed to a machine tool holding device for clamping a piece to be clamped that includes a contact surface. The holding device includes at least one claw intended to come into contact with the contact surface of the piece to be clamped. The claw includes a plurality of clamping plates stacked on each other, and each including on their edge a clamping surface arranged to be in contact with a portion of the contact surface of the piece to be clamped. 1. A holding device for clamping a piece to be clamped that includes a contact surface , the holding device comprising:at least one claw configured to contact the contact surface of the piece to be clamped, the claw including a plurality of clamping plates, stacked on each other and each including on a respective edge a clamping surface arranged to be in contact with a corresponding portion of the contact surface of the piece to be clamped.2. The holding device according to claim 1 , wherein the plates have a thickness of less than 3 mm.3. The holding device according to claim 1 , wherein the clamping surface of each plate has a specific contact profile forming a counter-shape of the corresponding portion of the contact surface of the piece to be clamped.4. The holding device according to claim 1 , wherein the plates include a marking and are arranged to match the plates to a respective portion of the contact surface of the piece to be clamped claim 1 , so as to locate and fit perfectly the piece to be clamped.5. The holding device according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least one jaw having a cavity arranged to receive at least a portion of the plurality of clamping plates, and wherein the plurality of clamping plates has a rear surface opposite to the piece to be clamped, of rounded shape so as to form a pivot connection between the jaw and the plurality of plates.6. The holding device according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least one jaw having a cavity arranged to receive at least a ...

MULTI-PURPOSE UTILITY CLAMP

Embodiments of a multi-purpose utility clamp may include a component engagement member having a clamp head and a handle. A guide arm is operatively connected to the component engagement member at a first end of the guide arm. A first post is operatively connected to a second end of the guide arm to move linearly relative to the guide arm. A second post at an end of the support post is disposed generally perpendicular to the first post and has a first end connected to the first post and a second end, distal the first end, and the second end is disposed opposite the clamping head. The second post has a generally trapezoidal cross-sectional shape along a length thereof between the first end and the second end, and the second post is configured to be inserted into a channel having a corresponding trapezoidal shape and formed in an auxiliary component to be clamped to another component. 1. A multi-purpose utility clamp , comprising:a component engagement member including a clamp head and a handle;a guide arm operatively connected to the component engagement member at a first end of the guide arm;a first post operatively connected to a second end of the guide arm to move linearly relative to the guide arm;a second post at an end of the first post and disposed generally perpendicular to the first post and parallel to the guide arm and having a first end connected to the first post and a second end, distal the first end, and the second end is disposed opposite the clamping head; and,wherein the second post has a cross-section trapezoid shape along a length thereof between the first end and the second end, and the second post is configured to be inserted into a channel having a corresponding trapezoid shape and formed in an auxiliary component to be clamped to another component; and,wherein the cross-section trapezoid shape of the second post corresponds to a cross-section shape of a channel cut by a router bit having an outside diameter dimension and a taper dimension.2. ...

Straight Edge Clamping Device

A clamping device has a clamp surface with a base jaw and a countering jaw attached to a clamp surface. The base jaw has one or more through holes from its front base face to its rear base face so that a base accessory may be attached to the base jaw using the through holes in the base jaw. Likewise, the countering jaw also has one or more through holes from its front countering face to its rear countering face so that a countering accessory may be attached to the countering jaw using the through holes in the countering jaw. Because the clamping device has a plurality of through holes in the jaws, an accessory (such as a story stick) may be easily removably or fixedly attached to the face of either jaw by placing the accessory to the front face of a jaw and have pins or screws inserted through the rear face of the jaw to tighten the accessory onto the face of the jaw. There is no need to blindly matching the holes on the front face of a jaw with the holes on the accessory or drill a matching hole into the accessory prior to placing it on the jaw. 1. A clamping device comprising:a clamp surface with a base jaw and a countering jaw attached to the clamp surface,wherein the base jaw has a through hole from a front base face to a rear base face so that a base accessory may be attached to the base jaw using the through hole,wherein the countering jaw has a front countering face and a rear countering face so that the front countering face and the front base face are used to removably hold a workpiece.2. The clamping device of wherein the base accessory may be attached to the front base jaw using the through hole with a pin introduced from the rear base face.3. The clamping device of wherein the pin is a screw.4. The clamping device of wherein the through hole in the base jaw has a smooth hole surface.5. The clamping device of wherein the through hole in the base jaw has a spiral or a threaded surface to accept a screw or a threaded bolt.6. The clamping device of wherein ...

TURBINE NOZZLE PORT SEAL FOR MACHINING

This disclosure provides a devices and systems for securing a gas turbine nozzle segment and sealing one or more cooling cavities of the gas turbine nozzle segment during manufacturing. The device can have a support assembly for receiving a nozzle segment having at least one cooling cavity. The device can have at least one clamp assembly configured to secure a first portion of the nozzle segment to the support assembly. The at least one clamp assembly having a first clamp arm, and a first tightening assembly coupling the first clamp arm to the support assembly. The device can have a first port seal assembly having at least one sealing member coupled to the first seal body and configured to interact with and seal the corresponding one or more cooling cavities. 1. A device for securing a gas turbine nozzle segment and sealing one or more cooling cavities of the gas turbine nozzle segment during manufacturing , the device comprising:a support assembly for receiving a nozzle segment having at least one cooling cavity;a first clamp assembly configured to secure a first portion of the nozzle segment to the support assembly, the first clamp assembly having a first clamp arm, and a first tightening assembly coupling the first clamp arm to the support assembly; a first seal body hingeably attached to the support assembly, and', 'at least one sealing member coupled to the first seal body and configured to interact with and seal the corresponding one or more cooling cavities., 'a first port seal assembly having'}2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a second clamp assembly disposed opposite the first clamp assembly, and configured to secure a second portion of the nozzle segment to the support assembly, the second clamp assembly having a second clamp arm, and a second tightening assembly coupling the second clamp arm to the support assembly;a first actuation arm coupled to the first seal body of the first port seal assembly; anda first hinge assembly coupling the first ...

U-JOINT TOOL SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A press tool employs a drive system that allows a first portion to be displaced relative to a second portion. A drive surface is supported by the second portion. A receiving member defines an engaging surface and a receiving cavity. The receiving member is supported by the first portion along a drive axis extending through the drive surface. Operation of the drive system displaces the drive surface relative to the receiving member. 1. A press tool comprising:a drive system defining first and second portions, where the drive system is configured to allow the first and second portions to be displaced relative to each other along a drive axis;a first portion connecting projection supported by the first portion;a drive surface supported by the second portion, where the drive axis extends through the drive surface;a receiving member defining an engaging surface, a receiving cavity, and a receiving member connecting cavity; wherebythe first portion connecting projection engages the receiving member connecting cavity such that the receiving member is supported by the first portion along the drive axis; andoperation of the drive system displaces the drive surface relative to the receiving member.2. A press tool as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a drive member supported by the second portion claim 1 , where the drive member defines the drive surface and a drive member connecting cavity claim 1 , in which:a second portion connecting projection is supported by the second portion; andthe drive member connecting cavity engages the second portion connecting projection such that the drive member is supported for movement relative to the receiving member along the drive axis.3. A press tool as recited in claim 1 , in which the first portion connecting projection engages the receiving member connecting cavity to detachably attach the receiving member to the first portion.4. A press tool as recited in claim 2 , in which the second portion connecting projection engages the ...

Apparatuses and methods for applying pressure to edge surfaces

An apparatus ( 100 ) for applying pressure to at least a portion of an edge surface ( 192 ) of a workpiece ( 190 ) comprises a frame ( 110 ), a first roller ( 120 ), a second roller ( 130 ), a rotation-control member ( 140 ), a first biasing member ( 150 ), and a second biasing member ( 160 ). The first roller ( 120 ) and the second roller ( 130 ) are coupled to and are rotatable relative to the frame ( 110 ) while at least one of the first roller ( 120 ) or the second roller ( 130 ) is translatable relative to the frame ( 110 ). The rotation-control member ( 140 ) is coupled to and is movable relative to the frame ( 110 ), controlling rotation of the first roller ( 120 ) and the second roller ( 130 ). The first biasing member ( 150 ) is coupled to the first roller ( 120 ) and to the second roller ( 130 ) and configured to operate in tension. The second biasing member ( 160 ) is positioned, in compression, between the frame ( 110 ) and the rotation-control member ( 140 ).

Apparatuses and methods for applying pressure to edge surfaces

An apparatus ( 100 ) for applying pressure to at least a portion of an edge surface ( 192 ), which bridges opposing faces ( 194 ) of a workpiece ( 190 ), comprises a frame ( 110 ), a first roller ( 120 ), a second roller ( 130 ), a rotation-control member ( 140 ), a first biasing member ( 150 ), and a second biasing member ( 160 ). The first roller (120) and the second roller ( 130 ) are coupled to the frame ( 110 ), are rotatable relative to the frame ( 110 ), and are translationally fixed relative to the frame ( 110 ). The rotation-control member ( 140 ) is movable relative to the frame ( 110 ), controlling rotation of the first roller ( 120 ) and the second roller ( 130 ) relative to the frame ( 110 ). The first biasing member ( 150 ) is configured to operate in compression along a second axis ( 102 ). The second biasing member ( 160 ) is positioned, in compression, between the frame ( 110 ) and the rotation-control member ( 140 ).

RAIL CLAMP LATCH HOLDER

A rail clamp latch holder is provided. The rail clamp latch holder includes a grippable portion and a rail portion disposed at a forward side of the grippable portion. The rail portion includes first and second pairs of opposed latches which are configured to latch onto a rail and which are disposed at first and second longitudinal ends of the rail portion, respectively, a tab, a locking pin and an elastic member. The tab is insertable into a rail latch. The elastic member extends along a longitudinal axis of the rail portion and elastically couples the locking pin and the tab. 1. A rail clamp latch holder , comprising:a grippable portion; a latch configured to latch onto a rail and disposed at an end of the rail portion;', 'a tab insertable into the latch;', 'a locking pin; and', 'an elastic member extending along the rail portion and elastically coupling the locking pin and the tab., 'a rail portion disposed at a forward side of the grippable portion and comprising2. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the latch is press-fittable onto a rail sidewall.3. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the latch is configured to slide along a rail sidewall.4. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the tab and the locking pin are distant from one another.5. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 4 , wherein the elastic member is configured to bias the locking pin.6. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic member comprises a leaf spring.7. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein:the rail portion comprises an angled surface, andthe tab and the angled surface are disposed at ends of the rail portion, respectively.8. The rail clamp latch holder according to claim 1 , wherein the rail portion comprises protective elements formed to define opposed slots.9. A rail system claim 1 , comprising:a chassis defining a space into and from which a processor drawer ...