Boring or penetrating the earth – Bit or bit element – Impact or percussion type
Reexamination Certificate
2006-03-15
2008-09-30
Bagnell, David (Department: 3672)
Boring or penetrating the earth
Bit or bit element
Impact or percussion type
C175S415000, C175S293000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07428938
ABSTRACT:
A drive collar is disclosed for use in a percussion drilling apparatus of the type for boring into the earth. Embodiments of the drive collar include a generally tubular, one-piece body further having an inner surface, an outer surface, a first end and a second end. Embodiments further include a threaded section on the outer surface, a retention mechanism on the inner surface, a plurality of splines on the inner surface; and a shoulder on the outer surface.
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Andrews David
Bagnell David
Conley & Rose, P.C.
Smith International Inc.
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