Metal working – Method of mechanical manufacture – Assembling or joining
Reexamination Certificate
2006-12-29
2011-11-08
Banks, Derris H (Department: 3729)
Metal working
Method of mechanical manufacture
Assembling or joining
C029S464000, C029S709000, C029S720000, C029S798000, C029S897000, C901S040000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08051547
ABSTRACT:
An assembly system and method for assembling an aircraft wing box or other structure that may define an interior area accessible through at least one access opening are provided. The method includes inserting a robot having an assembly tool mounted thereto into the interior area through the at least one access opening. The assembly tool may be positioned at a fastener location, and may be clamped to the structure. A hole may be made through the structure, and a fastener may be installed in the hole.
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Harman Edward Bruce
Sarh Branko
Toh Chin H.
Banks Derris H
Parvez Azm
The Boeing Company
Yee & Associates P.C.
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