Methods and apparatus for joint disassembly

Details Methods and apparatus for joint disassembly Methods and apparatus for joint disassembly

2011-08-16

2011-08-16

Shakeri, Hadi (Department: 3727)

Tools

Wrench, screwdriver, or driver therefor

Machine

C081S069000, C081S057360

Reexamination Certificate

active

07997166

ABSTRACT:
A joint tool includes a first wrench assembly configured to be placed in gripping contact with a rod, a second wrench assembly including jaws configured to grip and rotate a rod when the second wrench assembly is rotated in a first direction and to rotate relative to the rod when moved in a second direction, the second direction being opposite the first direction, and a drive assembly mounted to the first wrench assembly and coupled to the second wrench assembly, the drive assembly being configured to rotate the rod in the first direction and the second direction.

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