Fiber payout follower

Details Fiber payout follower Fiber payout follower

2005-08-16

2005-08-16

Matecki, Kathy (Department: 3654)

Winding, tensioning, or guiding

Helical or random winding of material

Distributing material along the package

C242S563100, C242S566000, C242S615100

Reexamination Certificate

active

06929210

ABSTRACT:
A follower apparatus mounted on a track running parallel to an axis of rotation of a spool. The apparatus has a base with a roller mounted thereon and having an axis of rotation parallel to the rotational axis of the spool, the roller providing support and guidance to the material being wound. A pulley is rotatably mounted to receive material from the roller and redirect the direction of material traveled. Light beams and detection apparatus are positioned to detect material excursions to pre-determined off center portions of the roller. The follower positioning apparatus responds to signals detecting the material by repositioning the follower to place the material back on to a center zone of the roller.

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