US3724084A
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Alignment apparatus
Assignee: Globe Motors Inc
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Filing: 1970-09-28
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Granted: 1973-04-03
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Expires: 1990-09-28
Abstract
Abstract An apparatus comprising a probe element for aligning and for checking the alignment of a tool, or the like, with respect to a work piece. The tool is moved into engagement with the probe element thereby activating indicators which are provided on the probe to provide a manifestation of alignment or mis-alignment. Once the tool, or other element, has been aligned it usually will maintain this condition during a normal period of use.
Inventors
- 👤 Neece L Mc
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 02:53
CPC Classifications
B; B23; B23H; B23H7/00; B23H7/26
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
236 words
A device for determining the angle of direction of a tool with respect to a work piece, said device comprising a base piece, said base piece carrying a plurality of independent probe members disposed in aligned relation and immovable relative to said base piece and each other, said probe members being in the form of conductive blocks, said blocks being connected across a power source which flows through said tool, each of said blocks being of rectangular shape and providing a flat probe area at one of its longitudinal ends and an opening at an opposite end, said flat probe areas being disposed in a plane corresponding to the desired angle of said tool relative to said work piece, insulating members disposed between said blocks to insulate said blocks one from another, said blocks and said insulating members having aligned interior openings for receiving a conductor, said openings in the ends of said blocks intersecting said interior openings, a light bulb carried by each of said blocks and disposed in said opening in the end of said block, each of said light bulbs having one lead in electrical engagement with said block and a second lead connected to ground by a conductor extending through said interior openings of said blocks and said insulating members, each of said bulbs becoming lit when said probe area of the block with which it is electrically engaged contacts said tool.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
236 words
A device for determining the angle of direction of a tool with respect to a work piece, said device comprising a base piece, said base piece carrying a plurality of independent probe members disposed in aligned relation and immovable relative to said base piece and each other, said probe members being in the form of conductive blocks, said blocks being connected across a power source which flows through said tool, each of said blocks being of rectangular shape and providing a flat probe area at one of its longitudinal ends and an opening at an opposite end, said flat probe areas being disposed in a plane corresponding to the desired angle of said tool relative to said work piece, insulating members disposed between said blocks to insulate said blocks one from another, said blocks and said insulating members having aligned interior openings for receiving a conductor, said openings in the ends of said blocks intersecting said interior openings, a light bulb carried by each of said blocks and disposed in said opening in the end of said block, each of said light bulbs having one lead in electrical engagement with said block and a second lead connected to ground by a conductor extending through said interior openings of said blocks and said insulating members, each of said bulbs becoming lit when said probe area of the block with which it is electrically engaged contacts said tool.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-04-02 | 1976-10-02 | 1977-04-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-04-02 | 1980-10-02 | 1981-04-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-04-02 | 1984-10-02 | 1985-04-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |