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US3684101A
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Tool loader and unloader
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1970-09-21
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Granted: 1972-08-15
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Expires: 1990-09-21
Abstract
Abstract A tool storage device featuring a plurality of tool holding pockets with means to progressively advance said pockets past a loading and unloading station in a pre-determined sequence whereby foolproof tool storage is facilitated. The device includes means for locking the tools in the pockets and automatically releasing the lock when the appropriate pocket reaches the loading and unloading station so that only the appropriate tool can be removed in the appropriate sequence.
Inventors
- 👤 Glenn H Bradford
- 👤 John S Elewski
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-25 10:38
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47F; A47F5/00; A47F5/02; A47F5/025; B; B23; B23B; B23B27/00; B25; B25H; B25H3/00; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T483/00; Y10T483/18; Y10T483/1809
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 17
Claim 1
Independent Claim
183 words
A device for storing tools to ensure use thereof in proper sequence, comprising; A. a frame; B. a tool receiving plate 1. carried by said frame in relatively movable relationship therewith and 2. having a plurality of successively arranged toolholder openings each of which has a normally closed cover; C. motive means 1. operatively associated with said tool receiving plate and adapted to move said plate relatively of said frame in a predetermined path of movement; D. said toolholder openings each being adapted to pass successively through an unloading and a loading station upon movement of said tool receiving plate; E. means for moving each of said locking covers to open position during movement thereof through said unloading and loading stations; F. switch means 1. operatively associated with said motive means and 2. adapted to engage a portion of a first tool and inactivate said motive means when said tool reaches said unloading station; and G. said switch means automatically activating said motive means and moving the next tool into said unloading station upon removal of the first tool from said toolholder opening.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
183 words
A device for storing tools to ensure use thereof in proper sequence, comprising; A. a frame; B. a tool receiving plate 1. carried by said frame in relatively movable relationship therewith and 2. having a plurality of successively arranged toolholder openings each of which has a normally closed cover; C. motive means 1. operatively associated with said tool receiving plate and adapted to move said plate relatively of said frame in a predetermined path of movement; D. said toolholder openings each being adapted to pass successively through an unloading and a loading station upon movement of said tool receiving plate; E. means for moving each of said locking covers to open position during movement thereof through said unloading and loading stations; F. switch means 1. operatively associated with said motive means and 2. adapted to engage a portion of a first tool and inactivate said motive means when said tool reaches said unloading station; and G. said switch means automatically activating said motive means and moving the next tool into said unloading station upon removal of the first tool from said toolholder opening.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
having a plurality of successively arranged toolholder openings each of which has a normally closed cover; C. motive means
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
having a plurality of successively arranged toolholder openings each of which has a normally closed cover; C. motive means
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
50 words
adapted to engage a portion of a first tool and inactivate said motive means when said tool reaches said unloading station; and G. said switch means automatically activating said motive means and moving the next tool into said unloading station upon removal of the first tool from said toolholder opening.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
50 words
adapted to engage a portion of a first tool and inactivate said motive means when said tool reaches said unloading station; and G. said switch means automatically activating said motive means and moving the next tool into said unloading station upon removal of the first tool from said toolholder opening.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
38 words
The device of claim 1 further characterized by the presence of A. tension means carried by said plate and normally urging said covers to closed position; and B. said means for moving said covers to open position include
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
11 words
operatively connected to said plate; and B. said switch means including
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
11 words
operatively connected to said plate; and B. said switch means including
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
6 words
operatively connected to said motor and
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
6 words
operatively connected to said motor and
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
27 words
having an opening adapted to receive the shanks of said tools; B. said cover plates being secured to said base plates for limited rotational movement relatively thereof.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
27 words
having an opening adapted to receive the shanks of said tools; B. said cover plates being secured to said base plates for limited rotational movement relatively thereof.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
12 words
adapted be deactivated by contact with a portion of each said tool.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
12 words
adapted be deactivated by contact with a portion of each said tool.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
18 words
The device of claim 1 further characterized by the fact that said motive means include A. a motor
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
15 words
The device of claim 1 further characterized by the presence of A. a base plate
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-08-15 | 1976-02-14 | 1976-08-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-08-15 | 1980-02-14 | 1980-08-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-08-15 | 1984-02-14 | 1984-08-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |