Auto-lock tool mounting system

Details Auto-lock tool mounting system Auto-lock tool mounting system

2005-03-01

2005-03-01

Underwood, Donald W. (Department: 3652)

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Vertically swinging load support

C414S723000, C483S008000, C483S009000, C483S901000, C483S902000, C901S041000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06860705

ABSTRACT:
A mounting system for mounting tools to a base includes a movable base, a tool mounting frame for selective attachment to the base, and a locking assembly movable between a locked position where the tool mounting frame is securely attached to the base and an unlocked position where the tool mounting frame is movable relative to the base. The tool mounting frame includes at least one tool mount for supporting a first tool to perform a tooling operation after the locking assembly is moved to the locked position. The locking assembly includes a first mount supported by the base and a second mount supported by the tool mounting. The locking assembly is automatically interlocks the first and second mounts. A first sensor component is mounted to the base and a second sensor component is mounted to the tool mounting frame. A controller controls mounting speed based on the proximity of the sensor components. Additionally, a code corresponding to the type of tool mounting frame may be used. The tool mounting frame is attached to the base only if the code is appropriate. This feature has benefits beyond automatically mounted tools.

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